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News Reporter In Western New York Had Her Baby
A local television station shared a big surprise on Wednesday morning in Western New York. You may have noticed that one of the local news reporters at WGRZ - Channel 2 hasn’t been reporting recently, but that’s because she has been preparing for a very important day!. Lauren...
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NY bill proposes expanded health care, job support for caregivers of disabled veterans
Rochester, N.Y.— There's a new lifeline to those who dedicate their lives to caring for veterans. New legislation, introduced by Rep. Joe Morelle during a press conference Thursday in Rochester, would require the state's Department of Veteran Affairs to expand its support for family members who take care of disabled veterans.
Labor Day Weekend Benefit Art Sale
The legendary Labor Day Weekend Benefit Art Sale returns to The Cornwall Library for its sixth anniversary. The sale runs from Friday, Aug. 30, to Monday, Sept. 2, at 30 Pine St., Cornwall, Conn. The event kicks off with a Cocktail Reception on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. Proceeds support the library's programs and services. Donations of art are welcome until mid-August and are tax-deductible. For more information, contact (860) 672-6874.
Pine Plains to Host 15th Annual Race in Memory of Stanfordville Student-Athlete
The Erin Shanley Memorial Foundation will hold its 15th annual 5K race and 1-mile walk on Sunday, Aug. 18, at the Lions Club Pavillion on Stissing Lake Road. This event benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has become a beloved tradition in the community, regularly drawing over 100 participants from near and far.
Ulster County Shares $1.7M in Additional Sales Tax Revenues with Municipalities
KINGSTON, NY – Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger has announced that the County’s 23 Towns and Villages will receive a boost to their budgets this month, thanks to a provision of a 2021 sales tax-sharing agreement with the City of Kingston that allows for the County to share an additional 1% of gross sales tax revenues with municipalities if total sales tax collections exceed $128,561,331 for the tax year, provided the City agrees.
YouTube Star, Boxer Jake Paul Seen During Police Boat Escort On Lake In Hudson Valley
Social media was abuzz after YouTube star and professional boxer Jake Paul was sighted during both a police boat escort on a Hudson Valley lake and a private helicopter ride. The sightings happened on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 15, when Paul, an internet icon who began a boxing career in 2018, w…
Father Divine's Piece of Heaven in Ulster County, Yours for $1.5 Million
It offered a bit of heavenly living for the followers of the charismatic Father Divine in the 1930s, and this Kingston property still offers a bucolic bit of acreage with a substantial Second Empire brick manse. There is room for plenty with an additional carriage house, playhouse, and 20th century garage.
Putnam Arts Council Seeks Smartphone Images for September Exhibit
Mahopac, N.Y – The Putnam Arts Council is inviting smartphone photographers to showcase their talents next month with an exhibition dedicated to cellphone images. Set to run from Sept. 14-29 at the A. Eric Arctander Gallery in Mahopac, the show is open to cellphone photographers age 13 and up. Entitled "Exploring Life Through Your Smartphone Lens" the exhibition will celebrate "the power of mobile photography," organizers said. Artists of all levels—from professionals to hobbyists—are invited to submit images ranging from "breathtaking landscapes to candid moments" that showcase "the diversity and artistry of smartphone photography."CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Latest crime fighting tool coming to Carmel
CARMEL – Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann is always on the prowl for funds for the purchase of technology. Putnam County’s largest township has been awarded $400,000 in grant funding from the State Division of Criminal Justice Services for technology upgrades in conjunction with the Law Enforcement Technology (LETECH) grant program.
Nightmare: Father and Daughter Accused of Astonishing Six-Figure Theft
An Ulster County father-daughter duo has been arrested after authorities say they committed a years-long theft of over $250,000 from an elderly woman who believed the pair were her trusted helpers. New York State Police Superintendent Steven G. James described the recent accusations as "a devious scheme to take advantage...
Popular Poughkeepsie Furniture & Mattress Store Relocates to New Location
Store hoping for better luck at area mall. Those in the Poughkeepsie area that are looking for home furnuniture have many options to choose from. The Poughkeepsie area is full of great furniture and mattress stores: Raymour & Flanigan, Bob's Discount Furniture, Davis Furniture, Millspaugh Furniture, and Sleep Number and Mattress Firm are just some that come to mind.
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