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Poughkeepsie Journal

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Democrats extend rare run of control in Dutchess County Legislature

In 2025, Democrats took the majority in the Dutchess County Legislature, 15-10. That majority is poised to be held onto in 2027, with a slightly larger margin. According to unofficial results posted by the Dutchess County Board of Elections, the legislature will have a Democratic majority until the next even-year election in 2028. Before 2025, the Democrats last secured a majority in 2007, for a two-year period from 2008 to 2009 . Before that, Democrats had not controlled the legislature since 1977, according to Journal archives. Democratic candidates are poised to take 16 of the 25 district seats up for election this year. "Last night was a powerful reminder of what we accomplish when we vote, and I am deeply grateful to everyone who prioritized making their voice heard at the ballot box," said Yvette Valdés Smith, legislature majority leader, in a statement. "Thank you to the voters for the continued confidence in our Democratic majority." Valdés Smith said the legislature is committed to "delivering on affordability, better transit, housing, and strong, reliable county services that you count on every day." "The Democratic majority works for the people," she said. "We will continue to deliver for our communities." Mike Polasek,

Dutchess County, NY · 2d

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Back Home Cannabis Opens Kingston Shop, Giving City Three Dispensaries

Back Home Cannabis has opened a new dispensary in Kingston, bringing the city to three cannabis retail locations, the most of any single municipality in Ulster County. The shop is led by agricultural veterans Kira Kinney and William Leibee, who built the business as a New York microbusiness. Farmers Turned...

Kingston, NY · 2d
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Pro-Development Local Biz Owner: Lennar Proposal Just Too Much for Pleasantville

This guest commentary from a local business owner is a response to the Lennar development proposal, which is seeking a rezone from the Pleasantville Village Board. I came to Pleasantville in 1992, 33 years ago, when the village was a much quieter and simpler place. There wasn’t nearly the activity we see today. It was a small community, and while it had its charm, it had not yet become the destination it is today.

Pleasantville, NY · 1d
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"I'm Enormously Grateful": Senator-Elect Joe Rand Thanks Community at Chesed 24/7 Fundraising Event

Less than 24 hours after winning his State Senate seat, Joe Rand was already back among community members. Joining Chesed 24/7's fundraising event last night, the senator-elect thanked residents for their support and reflected on the relationships he built in Ramapo throughout the campaign. Assemblyman Aron Wieder also addressed the...

Rockland County, NY · 2d
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First Piece of Capital Bond Work to be Completed at P’ville HS

Pleasantville school officials reported progress this week on the first items from the district’s $17.5 million capital bond that was approved last spring in what will be a two-year process to complete. Superintendent Dr. Eric Lutinski said that new lights inside the Pleasantville High School auditorium will be finished...

Pleasantville, NY · 23h

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Assemblyman Aron Wieder Wins Reelection, Defeats Rob Bonomolo in Rockland County’s 97th Assembly District

Democratic Assemblyman Aron Wieder has won reelection to the New York State Assembly, defeating Republican challenger Rob Bonomolo and Conservative Party candidate Abraham Klein in the closely watched race for the 97th Assembly District. Wieder, who was first elected to the State Assembly in November 2024 after defeating Republican incumbent...

Rockland County, NY · 3d

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Haverstraw Town Supervisor Howard Phillips Secures Another Term in Office

Town of Haverstraw Supervisor Howard Phillips Jr. has secured another two-year term following the November 3 general election, running unopposed and continuing his leadership of the town. Phillips, who appeared on both the Democratic and Conservative Party ballot lines, will continue overseeing municipal operations, town finances, infrastructure projects, and government...

Haverstraw, NY · 2d

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Town of Ramapo to Install Long-Awaited Lighting Beneath NYS Thruway Overpass on Saddle River Road Following Years of Safety Concerns

After years of concerns over the lack of lighting beneath the New York State Thruway overpass on Saddle River Road, between Old Nyack Turnpike and Park Avenue in Monsey, a long-awaited solution is finally on the way, thanks to the efforts of community activist Shimmy Singer and the cooperation of the Town of Ramapo.

Monsey, NY · 1d

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Proposed Walmart Warehouse in Wallkill Awaits Planning Board Action

A Walmart fulfillment center has been proposed for the Town of Wallkill. The Mid Hudson News headline described the Hudson Valley Building Trades Council as signing a project labor agreement for the proposed Wallkill Walmart center. The proposed site is in the northwestern part of the Town of Wallkill. The project would occupy an approximately 200-acre site described as bordering Sullivan County.

Wallkill, NY · 1d

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10 most expensive homes sold in Passaic County, Oct. 26-Nov. 1

A residential home in Ringwood that sold for $2.15 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Passaic County over the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1. During the week of Oct. 26-Nov. 1, a total of 83 residential real estate sales were registered in the county, with an average price of $602,270, or $336 per square foot.

Passaic County, NJ · 15h

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The Morning Muster: A Column For and By Veterans

On October 28th, veterans, military families, and community support from across Rockland County and the broader 17th Congressional District gathered for a special veteran recognition event hosted by Congressman Mike Lawler. The gathering served as a meaningful tribute to the service and ongoing community contributions of our very own Hudson Valley veterans of all eras and branches. For those that attended, the event was much more than just a ceremonial presentation or photo opportunity. It was a tangible and high visibility reminder of the strength and influences we as veterans have in the community.

Rockland County, NY · 18h

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Propositions keep New Paltz governments separate, approve East Fishkill land preservation

Measures included numerous library budget increases, land preservation initiatives, and term limits for local officials.

New Paltz, NY · 2d

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Croton-on-Hudson to Celebrate Opening of Innovative “Harmonic Landing” Public Sound Art Installation

Created by international sound artists Bruce Odland and Sam Auinger (O+A), Harmonic Landing transforms ambient environmental sounds into live musical harmony. Utilizing specialized resonance cylinders and speaker systems installed on the park’s concrete pads, the artwork captures everyday sounds from the surrounding area—including passing trains and traffic from Route 9—and filters them in real time into changing harmonic chords.

Croton-On-Hudson, NY · 19h

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Chester adds $8,550 to budget

The town board of Chester voted to add $8,550 to the preliminary town budget at its Oct. 28 meeting. This adds to the budget increase, which had initially been $520,728 or a 3.88 percent increase in property taxes. The new costs are being directed at retirement contingencies and police department...

Chester, NY · 2d

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Dems pick up supervisor seats in Dutchess

POUGHKEEPSIE – Of the five contested town supervisor races in Dutchess County, the Democrats flipped three and held on to the supervisor seat in the county’s largest town while Republicans kept one supervisor seat in eastern Dutchess. The results match Democratic victories across the country on Tuesday night.

Dutchess County, NY · 2d

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Democrat Eugene Bondar Defeats Longtime Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann

Democrats Eugene Bondar and Robert Milone have won their respective races for Clarkstown Town Supervisor and Superintendent of Highways, defeating Republican incumbents George Hoehmann and Robert Sambevski in the November 3 general election. According to unofficial results from the Rockland County Board of Elections, Bondar received 19,885 votes, or 54.39%,...

Clarkstown, NY · 2d

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Skipper’s Lead Over Nolan Narrows; Voting Surged by More than 30%

As election officials prepare for a third day of scanning ballots cast after voting machines malfunctioned on Election Day, the race for County Legislator in the 15th District between Republican incumbent James Nolan and Democratic challenger Kisha D. Skipper continues to tighten. Voting in the district surged by well over...

Westchester County, NY · 17h

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Ballot Count Inches Forward: Skipper-Nolan Race Tightens, Terrero Maintains Wide Lead

After a day of ballot counting following the system-wide breakdown on Election Day, election officials working in Ardsley had reported results for fewer than 15% of the election districts voting in two closely watched Yonkers races for county legislator as of 10:10 pm Wednesday. Kisha Skipper leads incumbent James Nolan...

Westchester County, NY · 2d

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Building Trades Council signs PLA to build giant Walmart fulfillment center

TOWN OF WALLKILL – The Hudson Valley Building Trades Council has signed a project labor agreement with the developers of a large Walmart fulfillment center planned on a site in the northwestern area of the Town of Wallkill. The company has owned the 20-acre parcel for years waiting for...

Wallkill, NY · 1d

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New York pols are pushing bills about Puerto Rico

Every year, New York’s political class flocks to Somos following Election Day, in a sign of the central importance that Latinos, and particularly Puerto Ricans, have in the state’s politics. But lawmakers of Puerto Rican descent want to do more than just celebrate Puerto Rican heritage; they want to change the relationship that currently exists between the United States and Puerto Rico.

New York · 2d