Rep. Pat Ryan said in a statement Monday, now that the office is open, "it renews my optimism that if we stand up and fight for what's important to our community, we can win."

Poughkeepsie Social Security office reopens

Several city residents told News 12 Friday they have seen the site devolve into an eyesore, and local drug addicts have taken up residence under thick, untrimmed vegetation on the 3-acre property.

Dutchess comptroller says plans for coveted Poughkeepsie youth center have stalled

Highland Falls officials are about to hold a public hearing on whether to stop adding fluoride to the village water system which serves about 1,200 customers.

Highland Falls officials consider removing fluoride from public water system, seek input from community

If the board were to vote Acting Superintendent Lisa Buon out of her position and compel her to leave early, Buon could still receive payment for the 90 days, which would cost taxpayers about $70,000.

Acting Newburgh Schools superintendent criticized over contract change

Joel Sierra, who was a firefighter with the Middletown Fire Department, is challenging DeStefano to become the city's new mayor.

Incumbent Joe DeStefano declares victory in Democratic primary for Middletown mayor 

When Water and Sewer Department employee Clark Najac received the call at about 6 a.m. Monday, it was already 75 degrees and humid.