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Fishkill, New York Launches ‘Are You Ok’ Initiative
In an effort to provide an additional sense of security for their residents, one Dutchess County town has implemented what they are calling a 'telephone reassurance program' to touch base with members of the community. Welfare Check Program Implemented in Fishkill, NY. There's been an overwhelmingly positive response from community...
Upstate NY Corgi Racing Has Gone Viral in New Video
A new level of cuteness and chaos has been unlocked at an upstate New York county fair after its corgi race devolved into an absolute free-for-all. County fair organizers certainly know which special ingredients to add to their events to make them memorable. While many Dutchess County, NY residents will tell you that the must-try experience at the Dutchess County Fair are the famous 4-H milkshakes, there was a different star a little further north.
Jersey City to Face Daily Fines For Not Reinstating Cops Fired for Using Cannabis
Jersey City could begin facing daily fines starting Saturday for refusing to reinstate two police officers whose terminations over their cannabis usage were overturned by the state Civil Service Commission. The state will fine the city $100 daily for each officer — Norhan Mansour and Omar Polanco — with a...
The Pizza Files: Movie Premiere-Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Connecticut’s Morning Buzz Reporter Jillian Andrews was joined by Colin M. Caplan, Pizza Guru and the driving force behind Taste of New Haven, and Gorman Bechard, Director of the upcoming film Slice of America: Charred in the Florida Sun. The duo shared insights into the movie, which highlights the journey of a New Haven native who brought the city’s beloved pizza to southern Florida. The film premieres at the New Haven Museum on September 11th, kicking off a month filled with pizza-themed events in New Haven.
Oxford home and business owners asked to report damages for federal aid
Oxford Town Hall was packed on Friday with people looking for answers on how to get federal aid after their homes and businesses were destroyed during Sunday’s historic storm. “Hundreds and hundreds of thousands of dollars, it’s land that is gone,” Jayne H., of Oxford, said. Jayne...
Oxford homeowners slowly cleaning up after historic floods
OXFORD, CT. (WFSB) - All that rain leading to Sunday’s historic flooding, turning into headaches for homeowners. And for some, it feels there’s no end in sight as they continue to clean. It’s been five days - and no doubt we’ve seen progress. But the clean...
Oxford daycare submerged in five feet of water determined to rebuild
OXFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - The damage from Sunday’s rain storm has been devastating, but not enough to crush people’s spirits. Small businesses along the Little River were badly flooded, including a daycare. Creative Starts Learning Center was submerged in 5 feet of water. “Never in my life have...
Dr. Darren Schwartz appointed as Waterbury Public Schools Interim Superintendent
WATERBURY, Conn. — Days before the school year begins, Dr. Darren Schwartz has been named the interim superintendent of Waterbury Public Schools. The city’s Board of Education held a vote to make the appointment during a special meeting on Tuesday evening. According to the school district, Schwartz has served as Waterbury’s deputy superintendent since 2021. In that role, he began fulfilling the duties of superintendent on July 9.
Former command historian from Fort Monmouth publishes a history of the base, the US Army’s ‘House of Magic’
FORT MONMOUTH, NJ (SBN) — Fort Monmouth closed in 2011, with its missions dispersed to other military bases around the country. Soon, the base property will become energized once more, as Netflix redevelops a large portion of the base that straddles Oceanport, Eatontown, and Tinton Falls, into a major motion picture and television production studio.
Pastor reflects on wedding evacuated when sinkhole opened up in Monroe
MONROE, Conn. (WFSB) - During Sunday’s historic flooding, a massive sinkhole formed at The Waterview Event Venue in Monroe, forcing the business to evacuate. At the time, a wedding was underway. As Reverend Dawn Snell headed to the Waterview to officiate the wedding of Lucrecia and Thomas Wilson she...
4-year-old girl stabbed multiple times in Paterson, New Jersey; police searching for her aunt
A home in Paterson, New Jersey was boxed in by police - the scene of a heinous attack.Police say a four-year-old girl was stabbed inside multiple times.Neighbors on East 24th Street and 10th Avenue who witnessed the horror say the young child's mother frantically carried her out in her arms, covered in blood.Witnesses say the mother was hysterical as her daughter was rushed into an ambulance as first responders rushed to the scene around 4 p.m. Friday.Local leaders say the unthinkable violence was a result of a family dispute inside the home. The apparent suspect is a family member who...
Sayegh will run to succeed Pascrell
Paterson Mayor André Sayegh will run for New Jersey’s 9th congressional district, adding another prominent name to the field of candidates seeking to replace the late Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-Paterson). “After careful consideration, it is my intention to pursue the ninth congressional seat,” Sayegh told the New Jersey...
Accused leader of Jersey City drug ring sentenced to 15 years in prison
The accused leader of a drug ring that stretched from Jersey City to Union County was sentenced to 15 years in prison for crimes that ranged from dealing narcotics to aggravated assault, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. Dwight Drew, 35, of Jersey City, had pled guilty to possession with...
Crackdown On Hudson Valley Massage Parlors Nets 3 Arrests
A Hudson Valley police department is continuing its investigation into unlicensed/illegal massage parlors and spas throughout the area, arresting three on this go-round of busts.The arrests occurred in Orange County on Friday, Aug. 9, and Thursday, Aug. 22, at several locations in New Windsor.Accor…
Ridgefield Walk & Talk: A New Tradition in Community Connection
Last Saturday, Main Street Ridgefield became a pathway to connection and camaraderie as Ridgefield Running Company and SOAR Together led the community on a leisurely social stroll. The event, part of the Ridgefield Walk & Talk series, is a Soar Together CT initiative designed to foster meaningful interactions and uplift community spirit.
WestConn to Launch Graduate Degree Program in Artificial Intelligence
Western Connecticut State University has developed a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence degree that is enrolling students for classes that begin this Fall. “WestConn identified this degree as a game-changer for people in the workforce, or those about to start their first job in the field,” said Interim President Dr Manohar Singh. “The program will provide the tools to accelerate careers and help graduates move the industry forward during this time of great advancement in the field.”
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