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Police Week highlights dangerous shortage of Poughkeepsie cops
POUGHKEEPSIE – President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day in 1962 and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. In the City of Poughkeepsie, the week calls attention to the shortage of police officers which several cops have called “dangerously low”.
State continues to gain public input on state conversion of Rt. 17 to I-86 (VIDEO)
WALLKILL – Making Route 17 comply with federal guidelines to become Interstate 86 is a time-consuming process. Studies have to be made on how any changes to the roadway will impact the environment, local communities, and traffic patterns. The New York State Department of Transportation held an informal...
These events will celebrate Pride in 2024: Here's the mid-Hudson Valley calendar
Pride month is starting ahead of schedule in the mid-Hudson Valley this year, with early celebrations kicking off later this month and events continuing throughout the month of June. There is certain to be a parade, festival, fair or celebration happening near you. Take a look below at our curated list of events...
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