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Obituaries
Much-Loved Former Substitute Teacher Remembered In Dutchess: 'Always Had Her Door Open' Much-Loved Former Substitute Teacher Remembered In Dutchess: 'Always Had Her Door Open'
Much-Loved Former Substitute Teacher Remembered In Dutchess: 'Always Had Her Door Open' The Dutchess County community and beyond are mourning the passing of a former substitute teacher, cherished matriarch, and beloved neighbor, who died after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.  Audrey Lillian Watson, a resident of Millerton, died on Sunday, July 20, at the age of 72, according to her obituary.  Watson, who once worked as a substitute teacher in the Webutuck School District, left a lasting impact on students, staff, and countless families throughout Dutchess County. Thought of as “Nanny” to many—not just her grandchildren—Watson was a warm, steady pre…

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Real Estate
170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M 170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M
170-Acre Luxury Dutchess Estate With Private Sports Barn, Guest Cabins Listed For $8.47M A one-of-a-kind luxury estate in Dutchess County has hit the market for the first time, offering Adirondack-style elegance, expansive views, and a stunning array of year-round amenities—all set on 170 private acres in the heart of the Hudson Valley.  Located at 367 Prospect Hill Rd. in Pine Plains, the property is now listed for $8,475,000 and has been on the market for just under two weeks, according to its Houlihan Lawrence listing.  Designed by architect Lloyd Taft and built by a third-generation camp builder known for his work in upstate New York and the Thousand Islands, the …

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Police & Fire
Man Drives Drunk With Child In Car In Dutchess, Has Past Conviction: Sheriff Man Drives Drunk With Child In Car In Dutchess, Has Past Conviction: Sheriff
Man Drives Drunk With Child In Car In Dutchess, Has Past Conviction: Sheriff A 33-year-old man is facing felony drunk driving charges after deputies say he was caught driving under the influence with a child in the car in Dutchess County, according to police. Millerton resident Roman I. Xo-ical was pulled over around 11:35 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19, on North Elm Avenue in Millerton for traffic violations, the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office announced on Thursday, March 20.  During the stop, deputies said they determined that Xo-ical was intoxicated, and also saw that a child passenger was in the car with him. He was then taken into custody at the scene, the …

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Police & Fire
Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Dutchess: Water Restrictions Issued Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Dutchess: Water Restrictions Issued
Blaze Damages Highway Dept Equipment In Dutchess: Water Restrictions Issued A massive fire at a Dutchess County village's highway department building early Monday, Feb. 3, caused extensive damage and prompted officials to ask residents to limit water usage, according to village officials. The fire broke out overnight in the village of Millerton, heavily impacting both the Highway and Water Departments. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The Millerton Fire Department, with assistance from several neighboring agencies, worked quickly to contain the blaze. In the wake of the fire, the village has urged residents and businesses to restrict water usage due to damag…

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