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Dog Found With Life-Threatening Injuries on Dutchess County Road
A dog possibly struck by a vehicle has been located in Dutchess County. Earlier on the morning of July 2nd, 2024, the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) was called to respond to an area of Route 22 in the Town North East, New York for a severely injured dog that was possibly struck by a vehicle.
Fishkill police contract fails to pass; Dems blame GOP
FISHKILL – On Wednesday night, the contract between the town and the police union (PBA) was presented to the town board for a vote and the board failed to authorize the agreement. Supervisor Ozzy Albra and Councilman Greg Totino, both Democrats, voted in favor of the agreement, Republican Councilman John Forman opposed it, and Councilman Brian Wrye, also a Republican, abstained. The fifth seat on the council has been vacant since Carmine Istvan left after being elected highway superintendent.
Annual Upstate New York Event Taking a Break in 2024
This time of year we are putting all types of events on our calendars. We are busy filling in all the fun for our Summer and often circling dates for Fall fun. Unfortunately, as many folks had suspected one Hudson Valley event will not return in 2024. The Official announcement...
Poughkeepsie celebrates 248 years of independence (VIDEO)
POUGHKEEPSIE – The revived tradition of fireworks between the Mid-Hudson Bridge and the Walkway Over the Hudson continued Thursday night in Poughkeepsie. The event was supported by corporate sponsors including Central Hudson, Nuvance Health, and the Walkway Over the Hudson, according to Mayor Yvonne Flowers. Flowers says the fireworks...
Beacon school district expresses concern over Downstate housing project
BEACON – The Beacon City School District Board of Education has raised several concerns about the housing project that will be built at the site of the former Downstate Correctional Facility in Fishkill. In a letter to Governor Hochul this week, the board expressed their concerns about the impact on enrollment and the insufficient tax revenue.
Am I A Jerk For Setting Off Fireworks in my Neighborhood?
If a neighbor of yours is setting off fireworks would you go out and ask them to stop? It happened to me over the weekend in Poughkeepsie, NY and I'm wondering if I handled the situation the right way or not. For as long as I can remember hearing fireworks...
CityCenter Danbury Announces the Return of the Annual International Festival
Danbury is excited to announce the return of our annual Danbury International Festival. This vibrant celebration of Danbury's diverse culture will take place at CityCenter Green, located at 1 Ives St, Danbury, CT, on Saturday, July 27, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The International Festival is a significant event...
New Superintendent Takes Command At Carmel School District
On Monday, July 1, Erin Meehan-Fairben officially began her position as superintendent of Putnam County's Carmel Central School District, to which she holds deeply personal ties. A native of the area, Fairben was born in Putnam County Hospital and was raised within the Carmel community until she was around 5...
Fourth of July reservations full at Squantz Pond State Park
NEW FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Squantz Pond State Park in New Fairfield will be closed to those without a reservation on July 4, according to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. The holiday is the first time that park visitors have filled reservations in advance, using the new online...
Housatonic Railroad sprays herbicide days before new regs
The Housatonic Railroad Co. (HRRC) sprayed herbicide along tracks between New Milford and North Canaan days before new state laws took effect on July 1 requiring notification of spraying times and locations, local officials said Tuesday, July 2. “They snuck it in just before they had to follow all the...
Putnam seeks state grants to improve infrastructure
CARMEL- By a vote of 8-0, Legislator William Gouldman was absent, the Putnam County Legislature has approved applying for more than $700,000 in grants to repair and renovate facilities countywide. The action came at this week’s full meeting of the legislature when Legislator Greg Ellner who chairs the Physical Services...
Renter’s Rebate Program applications being accepted
KENT—The Renter’s Rebate program is open and accepting applications. The program provides a reimbursement program for Connecticut renters, who are 65 years and older or totally disabled (over the age of 18, as defined by Social Security) whose incomes do not exceed certain limits. Kent Social Services will...
City of Poughkeepsie Has Opened Both its Pools
POUGHKEEPSIE – The City of Poughkeepsie opened both of its pools today and began by dedicating the new pool house at Pulaski Park. Last year, Pulaski Pool was closed due to the construction of the pool house. The new facility includes a men’s room, women’s room, family bathrooms, lifeguard room, office welcome desk, and storage and kitchen areas. Other upgrades were made to the pool area, including a new splash pad.
New transfer station rules go into effect Saturday
KENT—As of this weekend, all Kent Transfer Station users must have a 2024-25 permit (purple) and orange bags for household garbage. Anyone not using orange bags will have the ability to purchase their permits and bags at the station this coming weekend so that they may dispose of their household garbage in accordance with the new system guidelines.
Selectmen tackle Town Hall hours, discuss excessive noise
KENT—The Board of Selectmen voted Wednesday afternoon to rescind a decision to close Town Hall at 1 p.m. on Fridays during July and August after First Selectman Marty Lindenmayer heard concerns from townspeople about the move. “I received a lot of calls, some from people who thought we were...
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