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Published September 08Retired cop who killed girlfriend’s son to be sentenced today
POUGHKEEPSIE – The man who was found guilty of manslaughter in the killing of 20-year-old Anthony Cuozzo, the son of his girlfriend, is scheduled to be sentenced today (Tuesday). Thomas Case, 54, of Pleasant Valley, who was convicted of shooting Cuozzo in the back on October 5,…
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Published September 08After Naval deployment for nine months, Maher returns to active state duty
WALDEN – After serving overseas for nine months with the Naval reserves, State Assemblyman Brian Maher (R, Walden) will be turning his attention to family and state government service once again. He has been in constant contact with his staff while away and knows the issues…
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Published September 08Orange County sheriff unites multi-county law enforcement to combat antisemitism
GOSHEN – Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta has brought law enforcement from a five-county Mid-Hudson region to enhance awareness, prevention and response to antisemitism in their communities. Much of it, both subtle and overt, is aimed at the Hasidic community because they are…
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Published September 08Monroe woman killed in car fire
MONROE – A 56-year-old woman was killed early Sunday when her car ran off Cedar Cliff Road in the Town of Monroe and the damage sustained by the 2020 Hyundai resulted in a vehicle fire. State Police said the driver and sole occupant, Jodi Lester, was removed from the vehicle and…
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Published September 08United Way to mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 with day of service projects
POUGHKEEPSIE- As the nation prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region is organizing a series of volunteer projects aimed at turning remembrance into community service. The local United Way has been selected to…
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Published September 08Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties’ 19th annual Golf Classic raises almost $75,000 for patient care
NEWBURGH- Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties held its 19th Annual Golf Classic at Osiris Country Club in Walden, N.Y., on August 10, drawing a sold-out field of 100 golfers for the organization’s best golf fundraising event in recent years. The tournament raised close to…
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Published September 08Orange County Economic Summit set for October 16th
MIDDLETOWN- The 2026 Orange County Economic Summit, on Friday, October 16th at SUNY Orange’s Middletown Campus, marks a major milestone with five years of progress, partnership, and forward‑thinking collaboration. The event will bring together business leaders, community…
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Published September 07Monroe woman killed in car fire
MONROE – A 56-year-old woman was killed early Sunday when her car ran off Cedar Cliff Road in the Town of Monroe and the damage sustained by the 2020 Hyundai resulted in a vehicle fire. State Police said the driver and sole occupant, Jodi Lester, was removed from the vehicle and…
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Published September 07Labor Day: Recognizing achievements of workers in America
MID-HUDSON – Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is considered to be the unofficial end of summer with barbecues, swimming, and shopping. It is also meant to be a national holiday set aside to honor the efforts of American labor throughout the years. Todd Diorio of Marlboro…
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Published September 07Assemblyman Maher returns from active duty overseas
STEWART AIRPORT – Assemblyman Brian Maher (R, C – Walden) arrived back in the Hudson Valley Saturday after a nine-month stint as a U.S. Navy reservist in Africa and the Middle East. Maher touched down at Stewart International Airport late in the morning, and family members,…
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Published September 07Giving thanks to God’s creatures
CARMEL – Fido, Erin, Princess, Magoo, Simba and Beauregard are all special family members. The four-legged friends had their day at the Mt. Carmel Bible Church when Pastor Andrew Columbia officiated over a Blessing of the Pets quoting Bible scriptures of God’s love for His…
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Published September 07New athletic field dedicate at Liberty High School (VIDEO)
LIBERTY – Liberty High School officially snipped the ribbon on its brand-new athletic complex on Friday. Student athletes, coaches, and local families gathered to inaugurate modern stadium lights, expanded bleachers, and a state-of-the-art all-weather track built to host the…