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Emergency Water Main Break Forces Early Dismissal For School District In Dutchess County Emergency Water Main Break Forces Early Dismissal For School District In Dutchess County
Emergency Water Main Break Forces Early Dismissal For School District In Dutchess County A major water main break has forced an emergency early dismissal for a Dutchess County school district on Thursday, Jan. 7, district officials announced.  Beacon City School District Superintendent Matt Landahl notified families late Thursday morning that the water main break caused widespread water issues affecting all district buildings, making it necessary to dismiss students early and cancel all after-school activities.  Under the emergency plan, Beacon High School will dismiss at noon, Rombout Middle School at 12:45 p.m., and the district’s four elementary schools at 1:1…

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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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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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by Michael Mashburn
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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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by Michael Mashburn
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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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by Michael Mashburn
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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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Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025
Fame & Frenzy: NY's Top 10 Celebrity Moments Of 2025 From celebrities packing up and leaving the country to surprise appearances, viral TV moments, and hometown returns, New York found itself at the center of pop culture conversation again and again this year. Whether it was a political statement that crossed borders, a meet-and-greet that left fans frustrated, or a single unscripted moment that lit up social media, these stories captured how quickly local moments can ripple far beyond New York. Here’s a look back at Daily Voice’s top 10 New York celebrity stories of 2025, ranked by pageviews. Rosie O’Donnell and President Donald Trump.…

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Warning: NY Slaps Mental Health Labels On 'Addictive' Social Media Feeds Used By Kids Warning: NY Slaps Mental Health Labels On 'Addictive' Social Media Feeds Used By Kids
Warning: NY Slaps Mental Health Labels On 'Addictive' Social Media Feeds Used By Kids Social media platforms that use features designed to keep young users scrolling are now required to display mental health warning labels under new legislation signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The law requires social media companies that offer features such as addictive feeds, autoplay, or infinite scroll to post warning labels alerting young users to potential mental health risks, according to the governor’s office. The warnings must appear when a young user first encounters the feature and periodically thereafter, and they cannot be skipped or dismissed. State officials said the legislation …

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New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’
New York Woman Trades Modern Life For Amish Rules In TLC’s ‘Suddenly Amish’ A group of outsiders is trading Wi-Fi, electricity, and indoor plumbing for bonnets, buggies, and strict rules in TLC’s newest reality series set deep in Amish country in Pennsylvania. In TLC’s new reality show “Suddenly Amish,” six people from across the United States leave behind their modern “English” lifestyles and immerse themselves in a traditional Amish community in Lancaster County, where they must decide whether they are willing to permanently convert to Amish life. “While ‘Rumspringa’ offers Amish the chance to experience the outside world, very rarely are outsiders allowed in,” t…

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NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores
NY Warns Shoppers: Check Return Policies Before Heading Back To Stores With the holiday shopping season wrapping up, New York officials are urging consumers to review store return policies closely to avoid surprise fees, denied refunds, or wasted trips. The New York Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection issued new guidance Wednesday, Dec. 24, reminding shoppers that return and refund rules vary widely by retailer, both in-store and online. “Before making a trip to the store, keep in mind that return and exchange policies vary by retailer,” said Secretary of State Walter Mosley. Reviewing those policies ahead of time can help consumers save time…

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Lead Found In Water At Dozens Of Schools In Hudson Valley, State Data Shows Lead Found In Water At Dozens Of Schools In Hudson Valley, State Data Shows
Lead Found In Water At Dozens Of Schools In Hudson Valley, State Data Shows Dozens of school districts across the Hudson Valley have detected lead in their drinking water this year under New York’s tightened safety standards, according to newly released state data. The findings come after New York lowered the allowable limit for lead in school drinking water from 15 parts per billion to five parts per billion in 2022. Under the stricter standard, 47 school districts in the Hudson Valley tested above the legal threshold, according to the New York State Department of Health. Lead exposure is especially dangerous for children and can cause serious health effects, inc…

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