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COVID-19: 175th Dutchess County Fair Canceled For This Year COVID-19: 175th Dutchess County Fair Canceled For This Year
Covid-19: 175th Dutchess County Fair Canceled For This Year The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has resulted in the closure of yet another staple, the Dutchess County Fair, for this year. Fair officials announced on Wednesday, June 3, they had "made the incredibly emotional and difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Dutchess County Fair," due to concerns for the safety of the many guests. The fair had been scheduled to take place from Tuesday, Aug. 25 to Sunday, Aug. 30 at the fairgrounds in Rhinebeck.  The 175th Dutchess County Fair will return on August 24 -29, 2021, fair officials said. “We explored all options," said Andy Imperati, president/…