Celebrations Honoring Veterans Take Place Around Dutchess County

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. - Dutchess County's 10th Annual Veterans Appreciation Day event in Hyde Park on Saturday has kicked off several days of celebrations, honoring the veterans who have fought for our country.

Officials are hosting a complimentary veterans dinner.
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Ann Smith

11/08/2015 8:30 p.m.

County Executive Marc Molinaro joined federal, state and local officials at Saturday's Veterans Appreciation Day, which was highlighted by a medal presentation, recognizing the efforts of five local veterans.

This Wednesday, Nov. 11, Dutchess County will celebrate Veterans Day with an 11 a.m. ceremony at the Dutchess County War Memorial in Poughkeepsie. Both events will provide ample photo and human-interest story opportunities.

Click here for more information about Wednesday's event and to find more than a dozen other local Veterans Day events around Dutchess County.

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