May 20, 2013 -  Dutchess County Residents: Remember True Meaning of Memorial Day
     Poughkeepsie… Memorial Day is Monday, May 27th. Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro and Veterans Services Director Nelson Eddy Rivera, USN (Ret) encourage residents to remember the sacrifices of veterans who have died in service to our country and participate in the many Memorial Day ceremonies and parades taking place across the county. The Dutchess County Division of Veterans will host a special Memorial Day Illumination ceremony and vigil at the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park on Sunday, May 26th at 7:45 pm at the flag pole in the center of the Walkway.   Read more...



May 16, 2013 -  Dutchess Rail Trail Parking Lot at Morgan Lake to be Closed Next Week for Paving Work
     Poughkeepsie… The Dutchess County Department of Public Works (DPW) has announced paving work is scheduled to begin next week on the Dutchess Rail Trail parking lot at Morgan Lake on Creek Road in Poughkeepsie. Work will include grading the parking lot and a first course of asphalt. The parking lot will be closed to the public while construction and paving is underway. Work is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 20th and is anticipated to be concluded by Friday, May 24th, weather permitting. Final work on the parking lot will be done in mid to late summer to complete the final course of paving and other improvements.    Read more...

March 5, 2013 -  Kendall to Cuomo: Unless Reimbursed, NY Safe Act will have Significant Fiscal Impact Upon Dutchess County
     Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Clerk Bradford H. Kendall wrote to New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo (see letter (.pdf)) and questioned the Governor as to how the County will be reimbursed for the high costs that are being incurred by the recently adopted New York State SAFE Act.   Read more...

April 2, 2013 -  Rolison and Hudson Valley Regional Council to Address Domestic Violence
     Newburgh... Rob Rolison, Chairman of the Dutchess County Legislature and new Chairman of the Hudson Valley Regional Council, hosted a meeting in Newburgh today with Domestic Violence providers from around the region to discuss a regional approach to the issue. Rolison, a 26-year veteran in law enforcement, has been a county legislator representing the Poughkeepsie area since 2003 formerly serving as Chairman of the Family and Human Services and Public Safety Committees.   At his suggestion, the Hudson Valley Regional Council (HVRC) will begin dialogue between local government officials and the DV providers in the 7 county region.   Read more...



January 24, 2013 -  Special Legislative Committee on Reapportionment Approves Plan
     Poughkeepsie… Dutchess County Legislature Chairman Rob Rolison (R-Poughkeepsie) along with members of the Special Legislative Committee on Reapportionment consisting of Majority Leader Dale Borchert (R-LaGrange) and Minority Leader Barbara Jeter-Jackson (D-Poughkeepsie) voted on and unanimously approved the proposed legislative reapportionment plan at its meeting following input from the Ad Hoc Reapportionment Steering Commission as well as a presentation by Skyline Consulting that reviewed the proposal.   Read more...

May 16, 2013 -  Memorial Day Observation at Sheriff's Office
     Members of the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office will gather at the Sheriff’s Office Headquarters at 150 N. Hamilton St. in Poughkeepsie on Wednesday May 22, 2013 at 9:30 a.m. to observe Memorial Day. Visitors are encouraged to arrive at 9:00 a.m.   Read more...



May 9, 2013 -  Drug Arrest in the Town of Pleasant Valley
     The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of Cassandra Perri, age 26, of Dover Plains NY on 5/7/13 for various drug offenses.    Read more...



April 27, 2013 -  Domestic Violence Arrest
     The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the arrest of Heath Garber, age 35 of Milan NY, following an investigation into a domestic dispute which took place in the Town of Milan during the early morning hours of 4/27/13.    Read more...



March 25, 2013 -  Violent Disturbance Investigated
     The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reports the investigation into a violent disturbance which occurred at approximately 7:15 am on 3/25/13, along with the arrest of one suspect.    Read more...

May 15, 2013 -  DCDOH Releases 2013 Drowning Prevention Schedule
     Poughkeepsie…  The Dutchess County Department of Health has released its schedule for the 2013 Drowning Prevention Seminars for Lifeguards.  This year, in addition to offering the seminars during the morning and afternoon hours, the Department has also scheduled two evening presentations.

These seminars are open to all lifeguards. Members of the general public interested in drowning prevention are also welcome to attend, particularly if they swim at a facility, such as a homeowner’s association pool, that is not required to have a lifeguard.  All participants who successfully complete the program will be awarded a certificate documenting their attendance.   Read more...



May 8, 2013 -  Dutchess County Board of Health Meeting Notice for May 16, 2013
     The Dutchess County Board of Health will be holding their regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, May 16th at 4:00 p.m. at the Dutchess County Department of Health’s 2nd floor Conference Room in their new location at 85 Civic Center Plaza - Suite 106 in the City of Poughkeepsie.   Read more...

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Public Service Announcements and Radio Spots

Dutchess County and its departments provide many services to the public.  Through public service announcements and radio spots, we  try to make residents aware of these services and to diseminate important information about current topics.

Choose from the list below to get information in audio file format (ex. mp3) about various County services and issues that are both relevant and important.

Public Service Announcements, Radio Spots and Podcasts   

    9/16/2010 - Protect Yourself From the Flu - Dr. Michael Caldwell, Commissioner of Health

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This public service announcement gives important information about how you can protect yourself, your family, and your community from the flu.

        ~ Click HERE to read more information from the Department.

    11/17/2009 - Be Handicapped Parking Considerate - Dutchess County Handicapped Parking Education Program

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Observing handicapped parking rules is not just being considerate - it's the law!  Listen to this public service announcement by the Dutchess County Handicapped Parking Education Program.

        ~ Click HERE to read more information from the Department.

    11/17/2008 - Helping with Stress During the Holiday Season - Dr. Kenneth Glatt, Commissioner of Mental Hygiene

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Learn how the services provided by the Dutchess County Department of Mental Hygiene can help in dealing with stress during the holiday season in this public service announcement.

        ~ Click HERE to read more information from the Department.

    11/2/2009 - Celebrate Veterans Appreciation Day - Nelson Eddy Rivera, Director of the Veterans Services

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This public service announcement shows how we honor our service men and women by celebrating Veterans Appreciation Day (2009).

        ~ Click HERE to read more information from the Department.

    11/17/2009 - Don't Blow It! A Message from Dutchess County STOP DWI

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        ~ Click HERE to read more information from the Department.

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