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December 28, 2025
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Van Crash Near Saugerties Results in Hospitalization of 14 Passengers: Early Saturday morning, a passenger van traveling northbound on the Thruway near Saugerties in New York overturned after leaving the roadway. According to state police, the vehicle was carrying 14 adults when it crashed just before 4 a.m. All occupants, including the uninjured driver, were transported to Kingston Hospital or Northern Dutchess Hospital, with only minor injuries reported. Authorities attributed the incident to driver inattention, and several traffic citations were issued. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 28)
December 12, 2025
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Dana L. Rocco, Former Humane Society of Westchester Manager, Dies at 69: Dana L. Rocco, age 69, died on December 7, 2025, at the Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center near Oneida, New York, after battling dementia. A graduate of White Plains High School and longtime shelter manager at the Humane Society of Westchester in New Rochelle, Rocco was recognized for her dedication to animal welfare. She initiated notable programs that improved pet adoption and volunteer training at the shelter. Her work significantly impacted both the animals and community. (Source: The Loop on Dec 12)
October 29, 2025
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Proposed New York Bill Seeks Rent Stabilization in Upstate Municipalities: A New York State bill known as the Rent Emergency Stabilization for Tenants (REST Act) is under consideration, potentially allowing upstate municipalities to establish rent stabilization measures. Since 2019, some cities outside New York City have sought to control rent hikes, but attempts have often been thwarted by legal challenges from the real estate sector. Despite opposition from landlords and ongoing lawsuits, the bill has drawn favorable responses from both residents and lawmakers in recent hearings. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 27)
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Rye Field Hockey Team Secures 3-1 Victory Over Kingston High: The Rye High School girls varsity field hockey team defeated Kingston High School 3-1 at Nugent Stadium, improving their season record to 6-1. Key contributions came from Kaitlyn Coyne and Beau Whaling. Rye will next play Lakeland at home on Thursday. Streaming details were not available at the time (Source: MyRye.com on Sep 20)
October 28, 2025
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Former New York State Trooper Faces Murder Trial Over High-Speed Chase Death: A former New York state trooper is on trial in Kingston, accused of murder after a 2020 pursuit resulted in the death of an 11-year-old girl. Prosecutors allege that Christopher Baldner used his patrol vehicle to forcibly stop a fleeing car, leading to fatal consequences. The courtroom proceedings began with opening statements outlining the events and gravity of the case. The trial is expected to address law enforcement conduct during high-risk pursuits. (Source: Finger Lakes Times on Oct 28)
October 23, 2025
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State Lawmakers Weigh Easing Rent Control Rules for Upstate Cities: State legislators are reviewing a proposal that would make it simpler for cities in upstate New York to implement rent control measures. The suggested changes, discussed at a recent hearing in Albany, would allow municipalities to bypass the current requirement for expensive vacancy studies before c (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 23)
September 23, 2025
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Mamaroneck Receives Silver Status in State Climate Smart Program: The Town of Mamaroneck has achieved silver certification in New York State's Climate Smart Communities program, recognizing its initiatives to address climate change. The town joins 26 others statewide with this distinction, as announced by the Department of Environmental Conservation during Climate (Source: Talk of the Sound on Sep 23)