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'Very Serious Matter' Causes Closure Of School District In Area 'Very Serious Matter' Causes Closure Of School District In Area
'Very Serious Matter' Causes Closure Of School District In Area A Hudson Valley school district has canceled classes for the day as police investigate what officials describe as a "very serious matter." Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District Acting Superintendent Michael McElduff announced on the evening of Monday, June 6, that all schools in the district would be closed on Tuesday, June 7. McElduff said the district, located in Orange County, was made aware of a "concerning matter" at about 8:15 p.m. on Monday.  "The local police departments as well as the State Police are looking into this very serious matter," he said. "In …

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by Nicole Valinote
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Scam Alert: 'Spoofing' Schemers Pose As Police Scam Alert: 'Spoofing' Schemers Pose As Police
Scam Alert: 'Spoofing' Schemers Pose As Police Local police departments have been warning residents of the increased prevalence of phone scams - but a new type of scam has resulted in numerous complaints and concerns. Scammers have started using an Internet application called “spoofing” to enable them to display their caller ID to make it appear as though the call is coming from a local police department. As a result, those receiving the call feel as though it is legitimate and let their guard down, potentially providing personal information and increasing the chances of becoming a victim. Local law enforcement agencies and representat…

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by Valerie Musson