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Person Narrowly Escapes Late-Night Apartment Blaze In Region Person Narrowly Escapes Late-Night Apartment Blaze In Region
Person Narrowly Escapes Late-Night Apartment Blaze In Region A late-night fire at an apartment complex in the region saw one individual's narrow escape and left three firefighters needing medical attention as local fire crews battled intense flames. The blaze occurred in Orange County around 10:45 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 39 Kenny Court in Newburgh. According to Mike Neppl, Chief of Staff of Newburgh, firefighters encountered heavy flames billowing from the building's second story.  A rapid response saw a second alarm issued as teams searched for reported individuals trapped inside. One person managed a harrowing escape by jumping from a seco…

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by Daily Voice
Police & Fire
Wildfire In Region Prompts Voluntary Evacuations, Shelters Open For Residents, Pets Wildfire In Region Prompts Voluntary Evacuations, Shelters Open For Residents, Pets
Wildfire In Region Prompts Voluntary Evacuations, Shelters Open For Residents, Pets A wildfire spreading in the region has prompted voluntary evacuations as state and local agencies in New York work to control the blaze in the Hudson Valley. The fire, originating in Orange County near Jennings Creek and Sterling Forest, has crossed established containment lines, New York State Police said Saturday evening, Nov. 16.  Approximately 40 residences, from 32 to 120 Edgemere Ave., are under a voluntary evacuation order issued by the Town of Warwick Police Department. Residents in need of shelter can go to Greenwood Lake Middle School, which has opened its doors to evacuees a…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Meet Guillermo, 'Big-Hearted' Dog Up For Adoption In Capital District Meet Guillermo, 'Big-Hearted' Dog Up For Adoption In Capital District
Meet Guillermo, 'Big-Hearted' Dog Up For Adoption In Capital District Looking for a furry new companion? Meet Guillermo. The 12-year-old, mixed-breed dog with a “big heart” proves that big things come in small packages, according to his profile on the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society’s website. Guillermo is among the shelter’s Hidden Gems collection, a group of dogs and cats that have been waiting more than 100 days to find their “furever” home. Weighing in at 10 pounds, he’s very loyal to the person he bonds with and would need to be the only pet in a quiet, adults-only home, MHHS says. “I may be older, but I still have a lot of character in me!” reads his pro…

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by Michael Mashburn