U.S. Rep. John Hall to Hold Energy Independence Forum Featuring Solar Power Brings residents, scientists together to discuss reducing fossil fuel dependency through solar power With electricity prices continuing to rise in New York State, U.S. Representative John Hall (DNY19) is continuing his series of energy independence events by hosting a public information forum spotlighting solar power on Wednesday, August 22nd in Bedford. More ...
Community Street Festival and Columbus Day Parade to be Celebrated Together in Mahopac Two special events will be joined together in Mahopac on Sunday, September 30, 2007. Come join the fun, support the community at the 5th annual community street festival and merchant showcase in Mahopac on September 30. Sponsored by The Greater Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce, the Festival run... More ...
Foot Care Focus of Putnam Hospital Center's Diabetes Support Group The next meeting of Putnam Hospital Center's free Diabetes Support & Education Group will be held on Tuesday, September 18, at 6pm, in the ground floor café classrooms at the hospital, located at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel. More ...
Temple Beth-El Receives Two Solomon Schecter Awards Temple Beth-El is proud to announce that they have been awarded two Solomon Schechter awards this year. A Gold award in the category of Holocaust Remembrance and Education for the Anne Frank in the World exhibit at Locust Grove sponsored by the Hudson Valley Coalition to Promote Tolerance. More ...
Digital Mammography Now Offered at Hudson Valley Hospital Center Digital mammography has been added to the arsenal of diagnostic imaging capabilities at Hudson Valley Hospital Center. In addition, plans are underway to add a private feel to designated space for women before and after their exam. More ...
Breast Cancer Program Initiative to be Held at Putnam Hospital Center Putnam Hospital Center announces a new initiative by the Stillpoint Foundation of Walpole, NH - Women Moving Through Breast Cancer (WMTBC). More ...
Common Ground Farm's Mater-n-Melon: A Tasting and Tossing Fest An exploration of taste and a raucous good time with over 30 varieties of heirloom tomatoes and melons will take place on Saturday, September 15 from 2-5 pm at University Settlement Camp in Beacon (located on Rte. 9D, south of Beacon). More ...
Almost 600 Help Kick Off Plans for Hudson Valley's Largest Breast Cancer Awareness Event American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer set for October 21 Almost 600 people crammed Anthony's Pier 9 in New Windsor on Wednesday, August 15 to help kick off plans for the Hudson Valley's largest annual breast cancer awareness event, Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. More ...
Evening Lighthouse Lantern Tour at Stony Point The Friends of Stony Point Battlefield & Lighthouse invite you to sign-up for a lighthouse adventure on Saturday, September 15 at 8pm at Stony Point Battlefield State Historic Site. Travel back in time to the nineteenth-century; you're appointed lighthouse keeper by the United States Light House ... More ...
September is National Preparedness Month at American Red Cross Recent fires, heavy rain, flooding, a tornado and the possibility that a hurricane can run up the coast and hit the New York metropolitan area should alert residents of Putnam County and the West Point area that they need to do all they can to become prepared for all kinds of emergencies. More ...
Beacon Institute and IBM Team to Pioneer River Observatory Network IBM to Provide Breakthrough Stream Computing System for Real- TimeEnvironmental Monitoring In a unique collaboration with the potential for far-reaching consequences for environmental research and policy, The Beacon Institute and IBM today announced a plan to create the first technology-based mo... More ...
Back-To-School Backpack Tips Back-to-School season is already in high gear and for many parents, the toughest question is knowing what supplies will be needed for the new semester. One of the most important items to purchase for any child at just about any school age is a quality and safe backpack to carry all their gear. Dr... More ...
Governor Spitzer Signs Legislation Shifting Burden of Proof to School Districts in Disputes Over Special Education Programs New law reinstates long-standing approach to hearing process Governor Eliot Spitzer has signed legislation creating a fair and effective process for parents of children with disabilities who chose to challenge school districts' decisions about which educational services are appropriate for their children. More ...
Sweat for the Vets in Charity Bootcamp Workout Do You Have What it Takes to Survive a Marine Boot Camp Workout? Do you think you have what it takes to survive a half hour of hard-core boot camp with real Marines? Club Fit of Jefferson Valley, is giving you the chance to find out! They have teamed with the Support Task Force and the Vietnam Vet... More ...
U.S. Rep. John Hall Secures $1.5 Million for Highland Falls School District Federal Grant Will Save Educational Programs, Help Offset Huge Anticipated Future Property Tax Increase Standing outside the Highland Falls Middle School today, U.S. Representative John Hall (D-NY19) announced that he has secured $1,500,000 in federal Impact Aid to save Highland Falls School District's education programs and offset projected future property tax increases needed to meet annual budget... More ...
Melissa Jamin Marries William Rossano Joseph and Roberta Jamin of Cold Spring are delighted to announce the marriage of their daughter, Melissa Robin Jamin, to William Edward Rossano, the son of Kathleen Rossano, formerly of Cold Spring, and now of Naples, Florida, and the late William Rossano. More ...
Beaders Group Meets at East Fishkill Library On Thursday August 23, 2007 from 7-9pm, the regular monthly meeting of the EFCL Beaders Group takes place. This month local needlewoman Jo Dengler will teach a class on the Chevron Chain Bracelet. More ...
Managing a Child's Defiant Behavior Class Presented by Dutchess Mental Health Association Registrations are now being accepted for the eight session skill-building series, "Managing Defiant Behavior", provided by the Mental Health Association in Dutchess County, 253 Mansion Street, Poughkeepsie. The course will be offered in two different locations. More ...
Civil War Living History Weekend at Locust Grove On Saturday & Sunday, August 25 & 26, 2007, from 10 am to 4 pm the 150th New York State Volunteer Infantry Regiment and the Hudson Valley Ladies Aid Society (HVLAS) welcome visitors to Locust Grove, the Samuel Morse Historic site in Poughkeepsie, More ...
"Swing Away Stress" Fund- Raiser for Mental Health Association The Mental Health Association in Dutchess County invites you to this year's annual "Swing Away Stress" fund-raiser as they honor the special contributions of Mike Duffy at the Dutchess Manor in Beacon on Sunday, September 30, 2007 from 4-8pm. The evening will also include hors d'oeuvres, a four-co... More ...
Mental Health Association in Dutchess County Registering Participants for Free Epilepsy Training Registrations are now being accepted for a free epilepsy training for service providers and consumers provided by the Mental Health Association in Dutchess County, 253 Mansion Street, Poughkeepsie. The class will be offered at the Family Partnership Center located at 29 North Hamilton Street in Po... More ...
Putnam District Attorney Issues Warning to Convicted Sex Offenders Living in Putnam County Putnam District Attorney Kevin L. Wright issued a warning today to convicted sex offenders moving to or living in Putnam County who are required to register under Megan's law. The District Attorney's warning is to "register and verify or face state prison". More ...
Adult Origami Class at East Fishkill Library On Monday, August 27, 2007 from 10:30-11:30am come to the East Fishkill Library to learn the art of Origami. Maria Yanagisawa will lead this class for adults on the Japanese art of paper folding. Participants will learn basic tips and techniques to turn squares of paper into amazing sculptures. Ms... More ...
NY Metro Reptile Expo Takes Place in September Reptiles as pets will be the focus of the NY Metro Reptile Expo at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, NY on Sunday, September 9, from 10am to 4pm. The expo has recently expanded, and will now include more than 200 tables featuring exhibitors, vendors, and reptile breeders from all over... More ...
Vision Rehabilitation Services Available to Seniors Through Office for the Aging The Office for the Aging would like to make the senior population aware that TheLighthouse of the Mid Hudson Valley, through a substantial grant from the Dyson Foundation, is now able to cover the cost for vision rehabilitation services to older adults who have moderate vision loss. More ...
Talk of the Town Summer is winding down and all the schools are busy getting ready to receive this year's students. The districts' bus schedules will be printed in next week's edition. More ...
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