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This Hudson Valley Locale Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say This Hudson Valley Locale Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say
This Hudson Valley Locale Is Most Underrated In NY, New Rankings Say Much like famed comedian Rodney Dangerfield, this New York locale just “don’t get no respect,” according to a new ranking. Of the nearly 1,000 towns and cities dotting the Empire State, Dutchess County's centuries-old Poughkeepsie was named the most underrated in New York by the financial blog Cheapism. To come up with its list, the website looked at online reviews and rankings to find desirable locations in each state that often go overlooked but offer visitors and locals “tremendous value.” Each selectee boasts a range of cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and great dining and sh…

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by Michael Mashburn
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2021 Dutchess Budget Proposal Reduces Spending With No Layoffs Or Tax Increase 2021 Dutchess Budget Proposal Reduces Spending With No Layoffs Or Tax Increase
2021 Dutchess Budget Proposal Reduces Spending With No Layoffs Or Tax Increase Dutchess County's proposed 2021 budget reduced spending by 3.6 percent, or $18.6 million, with no employee layoffs or tax increases, according to County Executive Marc Molinaro.  The $501,832,097 budget, said the release, maintains county services and programs, includes new initiatives to address homelessness and housing, and includes funding for senior services, infrastructure improvements, county parks, mental health services and even police reform measures.  The government's savings were reportedly achieved by reducing the county property tax levy for the seventh consecutive ye…

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by Christina Coulter