Dutchess County
Recent News About Dutchess County
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Dutchess County announces winter programming schedule with various activities
Residents of Dutchess County have a variety of winter activities to look forward to, courtesy of the county's parks department.
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Dutchess County awards over $57K for local composting projects
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced the allocation of $57,868 in grants to support composting initiatives in the Town of Wappinger and the Village of Red Hook.
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Gregg Pulver appointed assistant county executive by Sue Serino
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced the appointment of A. Gregg Pulver as Assistant County Executive.
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Dutchess County seeks community input for new transportation safety action plan
The Dutchess County Transportation Council (DCTC) is calling for community input to help develop a countywide Transportation Safety Action Plan.
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Dutchess County launches group to enhance community accessibility
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced the successful launch of the Think Accessible Stakeholder & Community Group.
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Dutchess County Legislature approves bipartisan 2025 budget with tax cuts
The Dutchess County Legislature has approved the 2025 budget with a bipartisan vote of 23-2.
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Dutchess County announces grant awards for emergency medical services
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has revealed the recipients of the new Fly Car Grant Awards, aimed at enhancing emergency medical services.
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Dutchess County preserves over 5,000 acres of farmland through growth partnership
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced that the county's Partnership for Manageable Growth (PMG) has preserved over 5,000 acres of farmland since its inception in 1999.
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Dutchess County addresses affordable housing challenges with developer roundtable
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino recently initiated her 'Housing Listening Tour' at the Henry A. Wallace Center at the FDR Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park.
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Dutchess County hosts sensory-friendly 'Nutcracker' performance
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced a sensory-friendly performance of "The Nutcracker" by the New Paltz Ballet Theatre.
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Dutchess County Public Transit announces route modifications starting January
With community feedback in mind, Dutchess County Public Transit (DCPT) is set to implement changes to its fixed routes starting January 4, 2025.
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Dutchess County hosts annual conference focused on disability etiquette
Dutchess County is set to host its 8th Annual ThinkDIFFERENTLY Conference on December 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Henry A. Wallace Center at FDR Presidential Library and Home in Hyde Park.
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Dutchess County joins statewide anti-impaired driving campaign for Thanksgiving
Law enforcement agencies in Dutchess County will join a statewide initiative to address impaired driving during the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Dutchess County celebrates student creativity in America Recycles Day art challenge
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced the winners of the "America Recycles Day Art Challenge," an initiative organized by the Division of Solid Waste Management.
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Dutchess County unveils real-time crime center to boost law enforcement efficiency
Dutchess County officials have announced the establishment of a Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) at the Dutchess County Law Enforcement Center in Poughkeepsie.
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Bridges on Salt Point Turnpike reopened after replacement
The Dutchess County Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced the completion of two bridge replacements on Salt Point Turnpike (CR-17) in Stanford.
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Dutchess County awards over $47K in youth wellness microgrants
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced the distribution of $47,761 in grants through the 2024 Youth Wellness Supports Microgrants program.
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Dutchess County prepares for multiple events honoring veterans
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino and Adam Roche, Director of the Dutchess County Office of Veterans Affairs, are inviting residents to attend the county's Veterans Day ceremony.
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Serino proposes 2025 Dutchess County budget focusing on safety and community support
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has unveiled her 2025 budget proposal, emphasizing investments in public safety, youth services, and support for seniors, veterans, and families.
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Dutchess County expands youth services in 2025 budget
Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino has announced a reimagined Youth Opportunity Union (YOU) initiative as part of her 2025 Executive Budget.