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Too Kinky For The Road: DMV Slams Brakes On 2K Wild License Plates Like 'BOOBYZ, 'THROUPLE' Too Kinky For The Road: DMV Slams Brakes On 2K Wild License Plates Like 'BOOBYZ, 'THROUPLE'
Too Kinky For The Road: DMV Slams Brakes On 2K Wild License Plates Like 'Boobyz, 'Throuple' If you’ve ever stared at your car and thought, “This needs a personality,” the DMV would like a word. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles released its full list of personalized license plate requests that were rejected in 2025 — and it’s a long one. More than 2,100 submissions were denied after failing the state’s screening process. Every custom plate request goes through a “rigorous screening protocol” to ensure it follows state regulations, a DMV spokesperson told Daily Voice. Anything deemed misleading, offensive, or creatively sneaky with letters and numbers is likely t…

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$48M Refinancing Secured For Senior Living Communities In NY/NJ $48M Refinancing Secured For Senior Living Communities In NY/NJ
$48M Refinancing Secured For Senior Living Communities In NY/NJ A $48 million refinancing has been arranged for two Class A senior housing communities located in Bergen County, NJ, and Rockland County, NY, the real estate firm said. The deal includes The Chelsea at Washington Township, located at 620 Pascack Road in Washington Township, and The Chelsea at New City, located at 269 North Main Street in New City, JLL Capital Markets said. JLL’s Seniors Housing Debt Advisory team worked on behalf of the borrower, Bain Capital Real Estate and Capitol Seniors Housing, to place a three-year, floating-rate loan with a large regional bank, according to the relea…

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Nearly 1,300 NY Households To Benefit From $68M Housing Fund: Here's Who Qualifies Nearly 1,300 NY Households To Benefit From $68M Housing Fund: Here's Who Qualifies
Nearly 1,300 NY Households To Benefit From $68M Housing Fund: Here's Who Qualifies Nearly 1,300 low- to moderate-income households across New York will receive housing assistance thanks to more than $68 million in state and federal funding aimed at helping residents stay safely housed. The funding, awarded through New York State Homes and Community Renewal, will support homeowners, seniors, veterans, and families with a range of needs, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday, Jan. 9. That includes emergency repairs, accessibility upgrades, rental assistance, manufactured home replacement, and down payment help for first-time homebuyers. State officials said the grants were di…

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Urgent Care Versus The ER: What You Need To Know Urgent Care Versus The ER: What You Need To Know
Urgent Care Versus The ER: What You Need To Know Every year, millions of Americans go to a hospital emergency room (ER) for non-emergencies like colds, minor sprains, and infections that could have been handled by visiting an urgent care facility. Let’s talk about when it’s appropriate to go to urgent care versus when you should head to the ER. When should I go to urgent care? If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, head to Sun River Health Urgent Care or another convenient urgent care facility: Cold and flu symptoms Strains and sprains Respiratory infections Earache Eye and skin infections Insect bites and rashes Migrain…

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Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At High School In Hudson Valley Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At High School In Hudson Valley
Water Main Break Forces Emergency Early Dismissal At High School In Hudson Valley A water main break prompted an emergency early dismissal at an Orange County high school on Tuesday morning, Jan. 6, district officials announced.  The Enlarged City School District of Middletown said at around 9:20 a.m. that Middletown High School would follow its regular bell schedule through the end of Period 5, with students dismissed at 11:25 a.m. due to the issue.  As a result of the early closure, PM BOCES classes were canceled, and affected students were issued Z day passes and also dismissed at 11:25 a.m., the district said. All after-school activities and athletic events…

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Elementary Student Dies After Short-Term Illness In Hudson Valley, District Says Elementary Student Dies After Short-Term Illness In Hudson Valley, District Says
Elementary Student Dies After Short-Term Illness In Hudson Valley, District Says An Orange County school district is mourning the death of a student who died after a short illness.  New, updated report - PTO Organizes Help For Family Of Girl, 6, Who Died From Short Illness In Orange County (UPDATE) In a letter sent to families on Monday, Jan. 5, the Enlarged City School District of Middletown's Acting Superintendent Camille Adoma said a student who had attended the Maple Hill Annex at Truman Moon Elementary School died over the weekend after a short-term illness.  The district said the loss has left the school community in grief and shock. To suppo…

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Lake Views And 12 Bedrooms: Sullivan County’s Most Expensive Home Lake Views And 12 Bedrooms: Sullivan County’s Most Expensive Home
Lake Views And 12 Bedrooms: Sullivan County’s Most Expensive Home From a $90 million working farm to a mansion with its own bowling alley, the Capital Region’s priciest homes aren’t just expensive — they’re unforgettable. Across every county in the Capital Region, at least one listing currently sits at the very top of the market, offering jaw-dropping price tags, serious square footage, and amenities that range from private airstrips to resort-style pools.  We took a look at the most expensive active listings in each county to see what buyers get when money is no object — and imagination runs wild. Albany County 44 Turner Lane in Loudonville – $1.6…

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Online Predators, Harmful AI In Crosshairs As NY Moves To Protect Kids Online Predators, Harmful AI In Crosshairs As NY Moves To Protect Kids
Online Predators, Harmful AI In Crosshairs As NY Moves To Protect Kids New York teens could soon see stronger protections from online predators and harmful AI tools, along with expanded mental health training in schools. Gov. Kathy Hochul unveiled new proposals aimed at cracking down on unsafe online platforms while making Teen Mental Health First Aid training available to every 10th grader statewide, as part of her State of the State agenda. The proposals are designed to address what the governor called growing risks to young people’s safety and mental health in an increasingly digital world. “These proposals will create a nation-leading standard that will e…

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'Elegance Meets Casual' At New Saratoga County Restaurant Opening New Year's Weekend 'Elegance Meets Casual' At New Saratoga County Restaurant Opening New Year's Weekend
'Elegance Meets Casual' At New Saratoga County Restaurant Opening New Year's Weekend A new family-owned restaurant promising comfort food with an Italian soul has officially opened in downtown Saratoga Springs. Elody – located in the heart of downtown at 54 Phila Street – officially welcomed its first diners Friday, Jan 2, just in time for New Year’s weekend. The restaurant is owned by Patti and Larry Weaver, who previously ran 13 North in Malta for nearly a decade before closing that location in August 2025. It marks the next chapter for the family, who say the focus remains on hearty, from-scratch meals rooted in tradition. Elody blends American comfort food with Italian…

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Food Trucks To Fine Dining: Capital Region Restaurants That Opened In 2025 Food Trucks To Fine Dining: Capital Region Restaurants That Opened In 2025
Food Trucks To Fine Dining: Capital Region Restaurants That Opened In 2025 From sizzling street food to polished wine bars, 2025 brought a wave of fresh flavors to the Capital Region — and locals showed up hungry. Family-run food trucks became neighborhood favorites, global cuisines found new homes, and longtime local operators launched passion projects that quickly turned into go-to spots for brunch, date night, and everything in between. Whether it was Filipino comfort food served with heart, Italian dishes reimagined through a Japanese lens, or cozy cafés expanding their footprint, these openings reflected a Capital Region that’s curious, creative, and increasi…

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Hochul Rings In Year With Clemency Blitz: 13 Convicted New Yorkers Get Pardons, Sentence Cuts Hochul Rings In Year With Clemency Blitz: 13 Convicted New Yorkers Get Pardons, Sentence Cuts
Hochul Rings In Year With Clemency Blitz: 13 Convicted New Yorkers Get Pardons, Sentence Cuts Gov. Kathy Hochul closed out 2025 by granting clemency to 13 New Yorkers, issuing 11 pardons and commuting the sentences of two inmates. The moves were announced Tuesday, Dec. 30, as part of her administration’s ongoing effort to reform the state’s clemency process. It brings the total number of clemency grants under Hochul to 120 since she took office, according to the governor’s office. The recipients were selected following a review by an independent Clemency Advisory Panel and demonstrated remorse, rehabilitation, and sustained efforts to improve their lives and communities. “After tho…

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Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025
Quiet Heroes To Viral Moments: Everyday New Yorkers Who Captured Our Hearts In 2025 Not every story that captures our attention involves fame, power, or breaking news — sometimes it’s the quiet moments, the personal battles, and the unexpected acts of courage that stay with us the longest. Throughout 2025, Daily Voice readers showed up in droves for stories about everyday people facing extraordinary moments: neighbors protecting one another, families navigating illness and loss, strangers stepping up in life-changing ways, and lives shaped by resilience, love, and community. From centenarians still dancing to children fighting cancer, from selfless organ donors to viral mo…

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