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Dutchess County Group Rehabs Poughkeepsie House Dutchess County Group Rehabs Poughkeepsie House
Dutchess County Group Rehabs Poughkeepsie House POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- A Grand Street house in Poughkeepsie was upgraded by Rebuilding Together Dutchess County on Oct. 22, according to Time Warner Cable News.Three homes all together were upgraded by the organization that day, "Fall Rebuilding Day," said the report. To read the Time Warner Cable News report, click here.

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Neighbors
Norwalk Knights Of Columbus Spruce Up Malta House Norwalk Knights Of Columbus Spruce Up Malta House
Norwalk Knights Of Columbus Spruce Up Malta House NORWALK, Conn. -- Malta House, a Norwalk organization that helps pregnant and parenting mothers, has a robust work crew helping to get its facility in tip-top shape.Volunteers from St. Matthew's Church Knights of Columbus painted there recently. The group will return in January for more work. Malta House provides a nurturing home environment, support services and independent living skills to pregnant and parenting mothers of all faiths and their children.  “Working with Malta House is a strong Catholic bond that continues to strengthen every day. Those that are there are working to get the…

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Events
Gala Supports Putnam Hospital Breast Center Gala Supports Putnam Hospital Breast Center
Gala Supports Putnam Hospital Breast Center CARMEL, N.Y. --  One of the guests at the annual Foundation for Putnam Hospital Center gala Oct. 22 was so moved after listening to a presentation that he donated $100,000. Anthony Rutledge made the impromptu donation following a short video shown about the hospital Breast Center's journey to accreditation. Rutledge, formerly of Carmel, told how his wife is a breast cancer survivor who was treated at Putnam Hospital Center.  “Congratulations and thank you for all of your great work. You all are saving lives every day and we are so proud of all of you," he said at the Moonlight Ball.  …

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Police & Fire
Man Busted On Pot Possession At Stratford School For Aviation Man Busted On Pot Possession At Stratford School For Aviation
Man Busted On Pot Possession At Stratford School For Aviation STRATFORD, Conn. — A man at the Stratford School for Aviation was arrested when he was found to have marijuana packaged for sale in his possession Thursday, according to Connecticut State Police at I Barracks in Bethany.Troopers responded to the school on a report of illicit narcotic activity, state police said. Upon investigating, troopers arrested Samuel Mohammed, 22, and charged him with illegal sale of narcotics and illegal possession of narcotics, according to the police report. He was released on $1,000 bond, police said. He is due in Bridgeport Superior Court on Nov. 10. The Stratf…

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Lifestyle
Letter To Editor: Mute Swans, Defenseless Birds Letter To Editor: Mute Swans, Defenseless Birds
Letter To Editor: Mute Swans, Defenseless Birds ARMONK, N.Y. -- Armonk Daily Voice accepts signed letters to the editor. Send signed letters to armonk@dailyvoice.com. The following is a reader's response to the Daily Voice lifestyle article, "Who Knew Mute Swans Were Such Coastal Pests?" To the editor:  It is bizarre that because the mute swan had the misfortune of being released here only over a century ago they are made a target for extermination. Should we declare war on all non-native species?  All wildlife deserves legal protection from cruelty regardless of when they "arrived". These swans are not ornaments or nu…

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Business
The Hop In Beacon Closed, Listed For Sale The Hop In Beacon Closed, Listed For Sale
The Hop In Beacon Closed, Listed For Sale BEACON, N.Y. -- The Hop that closed suddenly this week is listed for sale for $3.6 million, according to the Poughkeepsie Journal, citing a Berkshire Hathaway Home Services' website ad.Contrary accounts of the closing include a post on a deleted Facebook page that said it was "closed indefinitely," without citing a reason, while The Hop's website says, "The Hop is closed until further notice," the Journal noted. The Hop bar served craft beer and food at 554 Main St., and opened in 2014, said the Poughkeepsie Journal report. Click here for the Poughkeepsie Journal article…

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Police & Fire
Trumbull Police Chief Shares Halloween Safety Tips Trumbull Police Chief Shares Halloween Safety Tips
Trumbull Police Chief Shares Halloween Safety Tips TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Trick-or-treaters need to walk facing traffic, carry flashlights at night and stay in groups, according to Trumbull Chief of Police Michael Lombardo, who offers other safety tips for residents to follow to stay safe Monday on Halloween. Roads When going out at night, bring a flashlight with you so you can illuminate where curbs, walkways and other areas are located.  If you are walking door to door, try and walk in groups, stay to the side of the roadway and wear some form of reflective clothing so you are easily visible to motorists and others. With 342 miles of roadway…

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Schools
More Than Chance Of Meatballs, 18 Varieties, At North Rockland Fundraiser More Than Chance Of Meatballs, 18 Varieties, At North Rockland Fundraiser
More Than Chance Of Meatballs, 18 Varieties, At North Rockland Fundraiser THIELLS, N.Y. -- From sweet and savory to Mexican-flavored, though mostly the Italian-style in tomato sauce variety, were meatball contenders in a recent North Rockland High School Italian Club contest. The taste-testing for this Meatball Fundraiser took place on a recent Monday, after eighth period, a likely highlight before students, faculty and staff headed out for the day. The participants paid $5 at the door to taste and judge the entries.$5 at the door not $15 Savone, club advisor and an English as a second language teacher, explained that the money raised will go to an education fund…

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Police & Fire
NYPD Lieutenant Loses Badge, Gun Over Bribery Scheme Involving Pomona Man NYPD Lieutenant Loses Badge, Gun Over Bribery Scheme Involving Pomona Man
Nypd Lieutenant Loses Badge, Gun Over Bribery Scheme Involving Pomona Man RAMAPO, N.Y. -- A Brooklyn police officer had his badge and gun taken away due to a connection to a Pomona man alleged to be involved in a "$1 million NYPD bribery scheme," according to the New York Post.The 66th Precinct lieutenant, Michael Andreano, was put on "desk duty" while a corruption allegation is investigated, said the Post report. Three bosses in the NYPD have charges pending, The New York post said. Andreano is alleged to have had improper dealings with Boro Park "Shomrin" patrol leader Alex “Shaya” Lichtenstein, whose arrest was on charges of consp…

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Neighbors
Lewisboro Seniors Celebrate Oktoberfest Lewisboro Seniors Celebrate Oktoberfest
Lewisboro Seniors Celebrate Oktoberfest LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- The chance to spend an autumn afternoon outdoors at Krucker's Picnic Grove nestled in New York's Ramapo Mountains was reason enough to draw 42 Lewisboro seniors to Oktoberfest in Pomona. German food, bingo games and pumpkin-decorating were part of the fun, said Lewisboro Senior Director Pam Veith who organized the trip, "a favorite" among the group. Krucker's has lovely grounds, she enthused "We had an absolutely wonderful day enjoying lots and lots of delicious German fare and great entertainment."

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