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Dutchess County Legislature OKs $192M New Jail Project Dutchess County Legislature OKs $192M New Jail Project
Dutchess County Legislature OKs $192M New Jail Project DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Lawmakers voted 19 to 6 to approve the construction of a jail and sheriff's office, a project valued at $192 million Tuesday, according to the report.Poughkeepsie lawmakers conducted debate on the topic, with the vote happening about 1 a.m. The project was proposed by Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro due to the present jail being overly crowded. The Dutchess County Justice & Transition Center (DCJTC) will be built at the site of the current Dutchess County Jail facility on North Hamilton Street in the City of Poughkeepsie. The new DCJTC will be a total of…

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Events
Body In Attic Book Discussion Leads April Programs At Ossining Library Body In Attic Book Discussion Leads April Programs At Ossining Library
Body In Attic Book Discussion Leads April Programs At Ossining Library OSSINING, N.Y. -- A body in an attic will be pondered in a book discussion leading an array of events in April at the Ossining Library. The April 1 discussion at noon is on "The Bethlehem Road Murder"  by Batya Gur. Participants may bring a bagged lunch to the noon event being held in the 2nd floor conference room. Free copies of the book are available at the Information Desk.  Two art exhibits are coming up in April: Main Gallery: “Eclectic Quartet” April 1 – 29, with an opening reception, Sunday April 3, 2 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.  Hallway Gallery: “Childr…

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Weather
Fairfield Could See Showers Tuesday Night Fairfield Could See Showers Tuesday Night
Fairfield Could See Showers Tuesday Night FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Rain could return to Fairfield County Tuesday night while the day will be partly sunny, with temperatures up around 53 degrees, and while winds will be light, there could be gusts up to 23 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service.There's a slight chance of showers overnight Tuesday into Wednesday, when skies will be mostly cloudy, bringing the temperatures down as low as 39 degrees. Winds will be light. Wednesday brings morning showers, giving way to sunny skies later in the day, and warmer air as high as 64 degrees. Clouds will shroud the overnig…

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News
H-E-B Issues Voluntary Recall of Hill Country Brand Tuna H-E-B Issues Voluntary Recall of Hill Country Brand Tuna
H-e-b Issues Voluntary Recall of Hill Country Brand Tuna H-E-B is voluntarily recalling 224 cases (10,752 cans) of Hill Country Fare brand 5 oz. Chunk Light Tuna in Oil, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.  This recall has been initiated because the product, produced at a co-packer, may have been undercooked due to an equipment malfunction, which was uncovered during a routine inspection. These deviations were part of the commercial sterilization process and could result in contamination by spoilage organisms or pathogens, which could lead to life-threatening illness if consumed.  There have been no reported illnesses to date, H-…

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Business
Mount Kisco Chamber Honors Northern Westchester Hospital As It Turns 100 Mount Kisco Chamber Honors Northern Westchester Hospital As It Turns 100
Mount Kisco Chamber Honors Northern Westchester Hospital As It Turns 100 MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- The Mount Kisco Chamber of Commerce has named Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco "Organization of the Year."The hospital is about to turn 100. Northern Westchester Hospital opened its doors August 20, 1916 as a 15-bed facility.  Today it is recognized for its advancement in technology, improved facility, and clinical capabilities, as well as the care it provides to people in the community, according to a release. 

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Events
Putnam Humane Society Draws Grownups To Carmel Egg Hunt Putnam Humane Society Draws Grownups To Carmel Egg Hunt
Putnam Humane Society Draws Grownups To Carmel Egg Hunt PUTNAM, N.Y. -- The Putnam Humane Society hosted its first annual adult Easter Egg hunt Sunday drawing many participants to its Carmel headquarters.

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Business
Dutchess Chamber Supporting First Friday Poughkeepsie Dutchess Chamber Supporting First Friday Poughkeepsie
Dutchess Chamber Supporting First Friday Poughkeepsie DUTCHES COUNTY, N.Y. -- Poughkeepsie’s monthly "First Friday’" celebrations kick off April 1 at the Bardavon 1869 Opera House. The event fulfills Mayor Rob Rolison's campaign pledge to bring the buzz back to Poughkeepsie. The First Fridays celebrate the city’s cultural, dining and entertainment offerings. “I ran on a campaign of bringing the buzz back to Poughkeepsie and am excited to continue doing that with First Friday Poughkeepsie," said Mayor Rolison. “Over the past few weeks, we’ve been reaching out to local businesses, community leaders, civic groups and cultural orga…

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Sports
Indoor Track & Field Athletes Win State/Federation Titles Indoor Track & Field Athletes Win State/Federation Titles
Indoor Track & Field Athletes Win State/Federation Titles NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Three student athletes of New Rochelle High School scored big at the recent New York State State Indoor Track & Field Championships and the Federation meet. Northeastern-bound senior Monae Cooper captured the New York State Public High School Athletic Association and Federation championship in the weight throw, and placed 2nd in the shot put. Senior Adrian Long was a member of the 1st place NY State Section 1 intersectional distance medley relay team. Olivia Morgan earned fifth in NY State and 6th in the Federation in the long jump. 

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Events
Teens May Enter Gaming Tournament At Greenburgh Library Teens May Enter Gaming Tournament At Greenburgh Library
Teens May Enter Gaming Tournament At Greenburgh Library ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- The "Gods Among Us" gaming tournament for teens is being held Wednesday, March 23 at the Greenburgh Public Library in Elmsford.The tournament for teens in grades 6 to 12 is a great way to get ready for the release of "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice". Participants will compete for champion, glory and prizes. Snacks will be provided. For more information, visit www.Greenburghlibrary.org/calendar, email eanastasi@greenburghlibrary.org, or call (914) 721-8224.  The tournament from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. will be at the library, 300 Tarrytown Road, Elmsford,…

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News
Power Hour Exchange In Montrose Covers Heroin Addiction Power Hour Exchange In Montrose Covers Heroin Addiction
Power Hour Exchange In Montrose Covers Heroin Addiction MONTROSE, N.Y. -- The public will learn about the national epidemic of prescription drug misuse and heroin addiction at the “Power Hour Exchange: The New Face of Heroin Addiction” Wednesday, March 30 at Hendrick Hudson Free Library in Montrose. The free event will be a fast-paced, fact-packed, 60-minute exchange of information from experts on the four misused prescription medications, and their short­ and long­-term effects on the body, mind and spirit, as well as heightened risk factors for athletes. Presenters include David Gerber, M.Ed., the director of counseling at Shelter Services, St…

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