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Cold Spring Man, 31, Charged With Drug Possession Cold Spring Man, 31, Charged With Drug Possession Cold Spring Man, 31, Charged With Drug Possession
Cold Spring Man, 31, Charged With Drug Possession FISHKILL, N.Y. -- New York state troopers from the Wappinger barracks have charged a 31-year-old resident of Cold Spring with possession of cocaine and marijuana, police said. A man identified as Michael T. Prescott was stopped by police for failing to come to a complete stop at a stop sign on Friday, according to officials. Following an investigation, Prescott was allegedly found to possess cocaine and marijuana, police report. Prescott was arrested and charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, a class A misdemeanor, and unlawful possession of marijuana, a…
FERC Ruling Allows Algonquin Pipeline Project To Move Forward FERC Ruling Allows Algonquin Pipeline Project To Move Forward FERC Ruling Allows Algonquin Pipeline Project To Move Forward
Ferc Ruling Allows Algonquin Pipeline Project To Move Forward CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Despite outcries from many in the community, the Algonquin natural pipeline expansion will go forward, thanks to a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ruling rejecting opponents’ efforts to reassess approval of the project, according to a report in lohud.com. Opponents are concerned about the 42-inch pipeline's proximity to Buchanan’s Indian Point nuclear power plant, according to lohud.com. FERC’s ruling in the matter took over nine months to reach, reports lohud.com. To read the lohud story, click here.
Poughkeepsie Apartment Complex Suffers Two Fires In Same Day Poughkeepsie Apartment Complex Suffers Two Fires In Same Day Poughkeepsie Apartment Complex Suffers Two Fires In Same Day
Poughkeepsie Apartment Complex Suffers Two Fires In Same Day POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Separate fires broke out at two different units in Mountain Brook Apartments on Friday, the Poughkeepsie Journal reports. The first fire occurred just after 9 a.m., the second at approximately 3:30 p.m., according to the Journal. Two people were treated for minor smoke-related injuries from the first blaze, and residents of the apartment had to find alternative housing; those in the second fire were able to return to their apartment, the Journal reports. To read the Poughkeepsie Journal story, click here.
Rockland County Executive Ed Day Participates In Homeless Count Rockland County Executive Ed Day Participates In Homeless Count Rockland County Executive Ed Day Participates In Homeless Count
Rockland County Executive Ed Day Participates In Homeless Count ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Rockland County Executive Ed Day took part in Friday's annual Point-in-Time count, which tracks the number of people living homeless throughout local towns and villages in a 24-hour period. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the survey from local governments to determine federal funding. Day thanked the county's Department of Social Services and the county's nonprofit partner, Helping Hands of Spring Valley, led by Executive Director Ya'el Williams, for organizing the count. For more information on the survey, click on the following ar…
Area College Coach Admits To Forcibly Touching Players Area College Coach Admits To Forcibly Touching Players Area College Coach Admits To Forcibly Touching Players
Area College Coach Admits To Forcibly Touching Players NYACK, N.Y. -- A former softball coach facing nearly 200 counts of sexual abuse and forcible touching charges, including two felonies, has cut a deal with the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office that is expected to result in three years' probation and community service, according to The New York Daily News. As a result of the plea, Kurt Ludwigsen, 44, a married father who was accused by members of Nyack College’s women’s softball team of numerous offenses, including forcibly groping and kissing them, admitted his guilt but will do no jail time and won’t have to register as a sex offen…
Rebuilding Project Begins At Bridgeport's Housatonic Community College Rebuilding Project Begins At Bridgeport's Housatonic Community College Rebuilding Project Begins At Bridgeport's Housatonic Community College
Rebuilding Project Begins At Bridgeport's Housatonic Community College BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- A $37.5 million expansion project that will more than double the size of Lafayette Hall at Housatonic Community is officially under way. The hall, one of two buildings that form the community college campus in downtown Bridgeport, will become a welcome center. The work will be completed in January 2017, in time for the school's 50th anniversary.
Former Glen Rock Mayor, Council Members To Be Honored At Party Former Glen Rock Mayor, Council Members To Be Honored At Party Former Glen Rock Mayor, Council Members To Be Honored At Party
Former Glen Rock Mayor, Council Members To Be Honored At Party GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Former Mayor John van Keuren, along with former Council members Joan Orseck and Carmine Nogara, will be honored for their years of service to the borough at a party on Wednesday, March 9, at 6:30 pm at Macaluso's, 161 Rea Ave. in Hawthorne. The event will include a five-course dinner and wine, along with beer, soft drinks and a cash bar. Tickets are $75 each, and are available for purchase at Borough Hall until Tuesday, March 1. Groups and organizations interested in making presentations to van Keuren, Orseck or Nogara should contact Council President Mary Jane Surrag…
Haledon School Plans Student Fashion Show Haledon School Plans Student Fashion Show Haledon School Plans Student Fashion Show
Haledon School Plans Student Fashion Show HALEDON, N.J. -- Manchester Regional High School will hold a student fashion show on Thursday, March 31. Sign-ups for student participants are currently under way. Final slots will be determined Monday, Feb. 1. For more information, click here.
Garfield's Meals With A Mission Seeking Food Items Garfield's Meals With A Mission Seeking Food Items Garfield's Meals With A Mission Seeking Food Items
Garfield's Meals With A Mission Seeking Food Items GARFIELD, N.J. -- Meals with a Mission is seeking donations of peanut butter, jelly, tomato sauce and sandwich bags. Items can be dropped off at the group’s office, 63 Harrison Ave., from Monday to Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Donors who need to arrange another time or schedule a pick-up of large quantities can call 201-986-6325, or send an email to [email protected]. The organization also accepts monetary donations and shopping cards.
Theater League Of Clifton Staging Murder Mystery Theater League Of Clifton Staging Murder Mystery Theater League Of Clifton Staging Murder Mystery
Theater League Of Clifton Staging Murder Mystery CLIFTON, N.J. -- The Theater League of Clifton will present its eighth annual dinner theater fundraiser, "The Multiple Mystery Murder," from Feb. 26 to 28 and March 4 to 6 at Mario's Restaurant, 710 Van Houten Ave. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8 p.m. The Sunday performances are at 4 p.m. Tickets for the event are $40. Members of the Theater League receive a $5 discount for the Feb. 28 show only. For ticket information, call 973-928-7668, or click here.
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