Archive for August, 2011

Residents can begin applying for storm recovery aid tomorrow Poughkeepsie…Dutchess County Executive William R. Steinhaus announced today he has received notification that Dutchess County has now been declared a disaster area as a result of Hurricane Irene and has been approved for disaster assistance from the federal government.   “Dutchess County is now eligible to...
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The Kiwanis Club of Poughkeepsie will honor the memory of those lost on 9-11 via a Thursday, 9-8 Day of  Service.  The club will be serving breakfast at the 19 Pershing Avenue,  Poughkeepsie Salvation Army center beginning at 8 a.m.
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Residents and Municipalities Urged to Track Storm Damage Dutchess County Executive William R. Steinhaus and Dutchess County Emergency Response officials are working with federal officials to ensure Dutchess County qualifies for federal reimbursement for much of the expenses incurred responding to the damage wreaked by Hurricane Irene.   The County Executive also encourages residents to...
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Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Executive William R. Steinhaus is asking all residents to avoid all discretionary travel today and to add extra travel time if travel is absolutely necessary as county roads have been severely impacted by Hurricane Irene.    “The county is an absolute mess in terms of damage.   We are anticipating damage estimate of...
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On Wednesday, August 31, the speakers at the Millbrook Rotary’s weekly luncheon will be Howard Goldin and Ed Frank, describing the Schools to End Poverty (S.T.E.P.) project of the Spring Valley Rotary.  S.T.E.P. recognizes children as our most precious resource and the planet’s future leaders. Its primary mission is to provide children of the...
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I’m very happy to say we made it through Hurricane Irene.  Hooray!  I hope wherever you were and wherever you are, you didn’t have too much damage.  I was fortunate enough to be safe and sound at home.  Sunday was one of those days where I just wanted to listen to the news all...
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  Cindy…After being abandoned in a motel with 16 other cats this 5 year old medium sized terrier mix has decided that she’s had enough of the meowing and cat hair everywhere. Gentle and shy, she’s ready for some people time and canine companionship. As smart and muscular as she is she’d probably do well...
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UPDATE:  RATIONALE FOR DECISION TO CLOSE FAIR ON AUGUST 26TH Rhinebeck NY…..The decision to close the Dutchess County Fair on Friday night, August 26th was made after several meetings and hours of consultation with the appropriate representative of local, county and state government.  While in operation, the fair creates the largest “city” from Albany...
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The Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library are adding a new event to this year’s Pleasant Valley Days, the annual celebration in the hamlet that includes a parade and displays at Cady Field.  On Saturday, September 17 (rain date September 18) the Library Friends are staging a fundraising contest for the best sidewalk chalk...
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Editor’s Note: Here are some HURRICANE PREPARATION TIPS should ‘Irene’ be as ‘effective’ as the weather forecaster predicts. We don’t know how bad the winds will be in Dutchess County, but it’s always helpful to be prepared in case of any type of natural disaster. DO NOT DRIVE IN HIGH WINDS: And remember your...
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