SHERMAN — Rumor has it that in 1802, the same year the town was incorporated, an 18-year-old built a colonial house in the middle of town.
Doctors successfully removed a benign tumor from Mayor Mark Boughton’s brain during a complex procedure Tuesday at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Mayor Mark Boughton delivers remarks from the City of Danbury during Immaculate High Schools Graduation Excercises at Western Connecticut State Universities O'Neill Center on Wednesday May, 31, 2017.
Doctors successfully removed a benign tumor from Mayor Mark Boughton’s brain during a complex procedure Tuesday at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
Mayor Mark Boughton delivers remarks from the City of Danbury during Immaculate High Schools Graduation Excercises at Western Connecticut State Universities O'Neill Center on Wednesday May, 31, 2017.
For more than three decades, Lt. Albert Mion has driven to work at the Danbury Fire Department, aware that he could be tasked with saving someone’s life.
Summertime in the Greater Danbury area means lazy lake days for many. From boating to tubing, wakeboarding, swimming and general partying, Candlewood Lake is a playground for area residents in the summer.
Danbury native Oscar Bordoy scored a win in his second career boxing match, defeating Felip Nazario at Uptown Live in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday. Bordoy is now 2-0 as a lightweight fighter.
July 19 is National Hot Dog Day! If you're in the mood for a good dog tonight, seems you should head to Fairfield. Three of the top 10 most Yelp-reviewed hot dog spots in southwestern Connecticut are found in Fairfield.
The spirit of “buy local” is as strong as ever. It’s the practice that often falls short.
DANBURY — Hidden gems produced by local companies and grown on local farms lurk among the shelves of even the largest supermarkets in the area.
Danbury native Oscar Bordoy scored a win in his second career boxing match, defeating Felip Nazario at Uptown Live in Charlotte, North Carolina on Saturday. Bordoy is now 2-0 as a lightweight fighter.
July 19 is National Hot Dog Day! If you're in the mood for a good dog tonight, seems you should head to Fairfield. Three of the top 10 most Yelp-reviewed hot dog spots in southwestern Connecticut are found in Fairfield.
The spirit of “buy local” is as strong as ever. It’s the practice that often falls short.
DANBURY — Hidden gems produced by local companies and grown on local farms lurk among the shelves of even the largest supermarkets in the area.
Millennials aren’t the only ones who want to live in downtowns, where restaurants, shops and other amenities are only a walking distance away. So do Baby Boomers.
New Milford football played its spring game, the Green and White game, Thursday, June 15, 2017.
Site names Newtown's Ferris Acres the best ice cream in Connecticut
DANBURY - The $50 million expansion of the state’s largest high school is in high gear, with only 70 more days of summer for workers to complete key upgrades before classes resume in September.
Homelessness in Danbury has dropped 12 percent since 2016
Kyle Lyra receives his diploma during Danbury High Schools Commencement Exercises that were held on Tuesday June 20, 2017.
DANBURY — Andrea Gartner has a lot of passions, and many of them are embodied in her new restaurant, Pour Me Coffee and Wine Café, which opened this month at 274 Main St.
Bob's Stores is closing at 114 Federal Rd. in Danbury, Conn., one of three locations in southwestern Connecticut getting the ax by bankrupt parent company Eastern Outfitters of Meriden.
"Batman" TV star Adam West has died
Four Sesasons Limousine has been serving the Wingdale, Dover Plains and Pawling area since 1989. We offer 24 hour dispatching, On line reservations through our web site. We have a fleet of late model Lincoln Town Cars and stretch limousines.
Olivet to offer courses at Dover Plains property in 2016
The university plans to offer seven courses from its Masters of Divinity program starting in 2016. The program is designed to "prepare future ministers for work as pastors, missionaries, and chaplains," the university website stated.
The university received the right to operate from the State Education Department on Oct. 27.
"The permission to operate from New York State is welcome news," said Terence Michos , Olivet spokesperson. "It allows Olivet University the ability to retain some educational program stability at the Dover site while they continue to move through the site plan and charter approval process."
One faculty member from the university will be designated as program director for the site, and the program director will be responsible for hiring local experts to teach.
Courses will be available to students already in enrolled in online courses within the program from New York and the surrounding area, as well as students at the California campus interested in studying in Dover for one year.
Enrollment will be capped at 50 students for the first year and raised to 100 after five years.
The program will use the site's chapel, a 30,000 square-foot space, on the 500-acre property, for the classrooms, administrative and faculty offices and library.
Wingdale, N.Y., man charged with DUI and marijuana possession
A Wingdale, N.Y., man who was spotted driving erratically was charged with driving under the influence and marijuana possession after he pulled into the Hess gas station on Route 7 early Friday, police said.
As part of the investigation, police said they found Daniel Burkhart, 27, was in possession of less than four ounces of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
Burkhart was released on $500 bond and is scheduled to appear June 13 in state Superior Court in Bantam.
News from Paul Smith’s College
Louis Daversa of wingdale named to USCAA All-Academic Team
PAUL SMITHS, NY (11/17/2016)– Louis Daversa, a fisheries and wildlife sciences major from Wingdale, was among 42 Paul Smith’s College athletes named to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association’s All-Academic Team for success in the classroom this fall.
Daversa participated in men’s soccer.
Students receiving All-Academic honors this fall represent a handful of sports. The golf, soccer, volleyball, cross country, marathon canoe, rock climbing, woodsmen’s and rugby teams all placed athletes on the list.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have academically motivated students who take part in our various athletic programs at Paul Smith’s College,” said Athletic Director Jim Tucker.
To be nominated for the honor, a student athlete must be in good standing on the team, have completed at least 24 credit hours and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or greater.
About Paul Smith’s College
At Paul Smith’s College, it’s about the experience. We are the only four-year institution of higher education in the Adirondacks. Our programs – in fields including hospitality, culinary arts, forestry, natural resources, entrepreneurship and the sciences – draw on industries and resources available in our own backyard while preparing students for successful careers anywhere. For more information, visit paulsmiths.edu.
DANBURY POLICE HAVE CHARGED A WINGDALE, N.Y. RESIDENT WITH DRUG POSSESSION, LARCENY
Danbury Police have charged a Wingdale, N.Y. resident with drug possession, Larceny
Danbury Police have charged a Wingdale, N.Y. resident with drug possession after he was searched following an attempt to steal merchandise from the Danbury CT Walmart.
Michael Sheeley, 26, is charged with larceny, possession of a controlled substance, possession of narcotics, and possession of a controlled substance not kept in its original container, Danbury police said.
Police said Sheeley was stopped by Walmart employees after store security saw him trying to steal $41 worth of various items, including socks and a wrench. Police subsequently found drugs on him, which they say Sheeley does not have a prescription for.
Bond was set for Sheeley at $5,000 and he is due back in court on March 30.
Olivet transforms Wingdale
The campus of the future Olivet University is beginning to take shape at the site of the former Harlem Valley Psychiatric Hospital in Wingdale. Cleanup crews have been pressure washing buildings, mowing lawns, pruning trees long neglected, painting doors. The newly washed brickwork gives the buildings hope for a second career. The marble sills and details suggest these buildings were built to last, that they deserve a second chance.
The main roadway heading East has been repaved, the street lights have been refurbished, the trees trimmed making the place look more like a college campus than an abandoned state institution which it was but a few weeks ago.
The American flag is flying next to the Olivet Center sign in front of the main building visible from Rte. 22. The uplift to the property is noticeable to anyone who drives by.
Olivet Management, which manages four other sites around the country, in Houston, Nashville, Des Moines and Atlanta, are self-described as a “real estate development and management company specializing in school and commercial properties across the United States.”
The plan is to architecturally restore the historic character of the buildings, remediate three of the buildings first, and grow an educational facility in tandem with businesses in order to spur local economic development.
Construction crews are examining roofs, checking plumbing and electric and performing basic survey work before the serious work begins.
The property includes 83 buildings that have not been maintained since state ended its operations there in 1994 and Dover Knolls purchased the property in October 2003. Olivet Management purchased 503 acres on the east side of the property, with the option to purchase 434 acres on the west side. The property is across the street from the Harlem Valley Wingdale train station.
The Dutchess County Planning Department, the Mid-Hudson Economic Development Council and the Town of Dover have been supportive of the project.
Kathy Schibanoff, CEO of Olivet Management, and former Local Project Coordinator for Dover Knolls said she was pleased the progress. She is working with local contractors and the Olivet team.
“It is exciting to see the progress made on the grounds and the community support has been wonderful. Most importantly, the work has meant we could offer jobs to the residents. There are about 50 people working here now and we look forward to the future development.”
American Pickers' Searches Hudson Valley For Great Finds
Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and their team from "American Pickers" are headed for the Hudson Valley and are looking for tips about where they might locate the best old finds.
A documentary series that explores the world of antique "picking" on the History Channel, the series follows Wolfe and Fritz as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques -- from motorcycles, classic cars and bicycles, to one-of-a-kind vintage memorabilia.
As they hit the back roads from coast to coast, the duo continue their mission to recycle America by rescuing forgotten relics and giving them a new lease on life, while learning a thing or two about American history and the areas they visit along the way.
The show is looking for leads and would love to explore locals' buried treasures and find characters with interesting and unique items. Some of the items the show looks for include vintage bicycles, toys, unusual radios, movie memorabilia, advertising, military items, folk art, early firefighting equipment, vintage musical equipment, automotive items and clothing.
Any residents with large or unique, private collections interested in being on the show should send their name, phone number, location and description of the collection with photos to americanpickers@cineflix.com or call 855-OLD-RUST.
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PARADE THROUGH THE STREETS AT THE WASSAIC PROJECT MAY FESTIVAL & SUMMER EXHIBITION OPENING ON MAY 20TH
This year, The Wassaic Project will be expanding their programming to include 4 different day-long festivals. Building upon their commitment to the local and regional community as well as expanding opportunities for Wassaic Project artists to be seen and heard, they’re proud to continue to grow the Wassaic Project Summer Season.
Saturday, May 20th is the kickoff of their season with the May Festival and the opening of the Wassaic Project Summer Exhibition. Similar to past years, the day-long event will feature a whole town parade led by the What Cheer? Brigade, and is open to all as marchers or watchers. The day continues with family-friendly games, a cake walk, a contemporary Irish step-dancing performance by The D’Amby Project, and more to be announced. Festivities will continue well into the evening, including live music from three bands, food, and bouncy houses at The Lantern.
The Summer Exhibition titled Vagabond Time Killers will be hosted inside the 7-floor gallery space of Maxon Mills. Over 50 artists will be showcasing their work on these floors, including Ghost of a Dream, Cole Lu and others. The name of the exhibition is inspired by a vintage photograph, dated June 21, 1901, taken in Wassaic. The photo was found for sale on eBay by Wassaic Project co-director, Jeff Barnett-Winsby. The picture features men and women attired as Vagabonds. Handwritten on the back of the photograph is Vagabond Time Killers.
The May Festival is free and open to the public. All of the proceeds from the concert cover at The Lantern and the Cake Walk will raise money for the local scholarship fund “The Whale”, which benefits Webutuck and Dover High School seniors as they pursue secondary education. There is a $5 fee to take part in the community Cake Walk. There will be a cover charge at The Lantern for $10 to see the 3 bands. Tickets can be purchased before the event online, or at the door.
For more information, to see the schedule, and to RSVP and/or purchase tickets to the event, visit our website: http://wassaicproject.org/
THE WASSAIC PROJECT is a non profit organization founded in 2008 in the heart of the historic hamlet of Wassaic, NY. The Project is an incubator for artists, community, kids and their connections providing an intimate context for art-making and strengthening local community through the creation and promotion of contemporary visual and performing art. Programming is year round and features an annual Summer Exhibition in the Maxon Mills, a repurposed seven-story grain elevator; a year-round free drop-in arts space for kids, the Art Nest; an artist-in-residence program with monthly open studios open; and ongoing community and education programs. In addition, the Wassaic Project partners with local public schools and community organizations to further engage with its communities.
For further information and to make a contribution, please connect with the Wassaic Project at wassaicproject.org, facebook.com/TheWassaicProject
The Wassaic Project
37 Furnace Bank Road (mailing PO Box 220)
Wassaic NY 12592
917.748.4801
The Wassaic Project
37 Furnace Bank Road (mailing PO Box 220)
Wassaic NY 12592
917.748.4801
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Exclusive: Ball launches Texas-based company
BY BRYAN FUMAGALLI
In early May, Halston Media, parent company of Mahopac News, was the first media outlet to report that Sen. Ball would not be seeking re-election and would in fact be leaving New York for Texas.GOVERNOR ANNOUNCES 900 SOLAR PROJECTS UNDERWAY THROUGH 26 COMMUNITY SOLARIZE CAMPAIGNS ACROSS THE STATE
Solarize” Campaigns Are Encouraging Homes and Businesses Throughout the State to Install Solar
State Will Support Another 31 “Solarize” Campaigns Set to Begin This Spring
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that 900 solar projects are underway through 26 community “Solarize” campaigns across New York State. A component of the NY-Sun program and the Governor’s comprehensive Reforming the Energy Vision strategy, the “Solarize” campaigns are geared towards locally-organized community outreach efforts aimed at getting more homes and businesses to install solar. The Governor also announced another 31 Solarize campaigns are set to begin this spring.
“New York is blazing the trail when it comes to transitioning to sustainable energy practices and building a clean energy economy,” said Governor Cuomo. “By helping communities across the state install solar technologies, we are opening the door to new opportunities that will lower household energy costs while protecting the environment years into the future.”
Launched by the Governor in December 2014, New York’s Solarize initiative is a collaboration between the State and local communities. Communities engaged in Solarize campaigns are able to simplify purchasing and obtain discounts for participants on solar projects. The “Solarize” initiative partners with interested residential and business communities to conduct joint purchasing agreements that help lower solar acquisition and consumer costs.
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority provided a total of $365,000 in technical and marketing support for the 2015 Solarize campaigns. These campaigns saved participants a total of approximately $1.4 million on upfront purchase costs for solar, for an average of approximately $1,590 per residential or business project. Campaigns are managed by community partnerships that include local municipalities, planning organizations, sustainability groups, state legislators and business groups.
The Solarize program is part of NY-Sun, Governor Cuomo’s $1 billion initiative to advance the scale-up of solar energy and move the state closer to having a sustainable, self-sufficient solar industry. In his 2016 State of the State address, the Governor called for additional solar projects to be installed at 150,000 homes and businesses by 2020.
Chairman of Energy and Finance for New York State Richard Kauffman said,“Solar energy is a key component of Governor Cuomo’s Reforming the Energy Vision strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, increase the use of renewable resources and create jobs. These Solarize campaigns are an important tool to enable communities to transition to clean and sustainable energy and serve as the gateway for others across the New York to do the same.”
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO John B. Rhodes said, “Governor Cuomo’s NY-Sun program has led to unprecedented solar growth across the State, providing locally produced, affordable energy to residents and business. Solarize campaigns create opportunities for community members to work together to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and better protect our environment.”
Results by region from the first 26 Solarize campaigns as of January 2016 follow:
| Community Campaigns by Region |
Total Projects/Kilowatts (kW)
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| Capital Region: (3) Solarize Albany, Solarize Saratoga Springs, Solarize Troy |
92 projects/708 kW
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| Central NY: (5) Solarize CNY: Cayuga, Cortland, Madison, Onondaga, Oswego |
192 projects/2,653 kW
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| Finger Lakes: (3) Solarize the Flower City, Solar Seneca, Solarize Williamson |
50 projects/332 kW
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| Long Island: (2) Solarize Brookhaven, Solarize Southampton |
86 projects/825 kW
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| Mid-Hudson: (8) Solarize Beacon Plus, Solarize Goshen-Warwick, Solarize Kingston, Solarize Bedford – Mt. Kisco, Solarize Cortland – Croton, Solarize Mamaroneck – Larchmont, Solarize Ossining – Briarcliff, Solarize Woodstock – Rosendale |
305 projects/2,338 kW
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| North Country: (3) Solarize Akwesasne, Solarize Canton, Solarize Tri-Lakes |
78 projects/550 kW
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| Southern Tier: (2) Solar Schuyler, Southern Tier Solar Works |
97 projects/941 kW
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See details by campaign here.
The next round of Solarize projects, beginning this spring, will be led by 12 municipalities, 18 not-for-profit organizations and a private entity working in association with a community group. Some of these new campaigns will participate in New York’s Affordable Solar program, announced by the Governor this past fall, which doubles NY-Sun incentives for households earning less than 80 percent of the area or state median income. In addition, 13 applications are for Shared Renewable campaigns, which help provide solar and other clean energy opportunities for renters and other consumers unable to have solar on their roofs.
The next round of Solarize projects, beginning this spring, will be led by 12 municipalities, 18 not-for-profit organizations and a private entity working in association with a community group. Some of these new campaigns will participate in New York’s Affordable Solar program, announced by the Governor this past fall, which doubles NY-Sun incentives for households earning less than 80 percent of the area or state median income. In addition, 13 applications are for Shared Renewable campaigns, which help provide solar and other clean energy opportunities for renters and other consumers unable to have solar on their roofs.
See a list of communities here that are participating in the second round of Solarize campaigns.
From 2012 -2015, New York has seen an increase of 575 percent in the amount of solar power installed and in development, which has also generated a significant increase in the number of solar-related jobs across the State. According to a national report announced in February, New York’s solar industry is now the fourth largest in the nation and currently employs more than 8,250 workers, an increase of more than 3,000 jobs since 2013. In 2016, double-digit job growth is expected to continue with another 1,000 additional jobs created as a result of the state’s robust solar project pipeline.
About NY-Sun
NY-Sun is Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s $1 billion initiative to advance the scale-up of solar and move New York State closer to having a sustainable, self-sufficient solar industry. The growth of solar in the State has increased more than 300 percent from 2011 to 2014, twice the rate of U.S. solar growth overall. NY-Sun web site.
NY-Sun is Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s $1 billion initiative to advance the scale-up of solar and move New York State closer to having a sustainable, self-sufficient solar industry. The growth of solar in the State has increased more than 300 percent from 2011 to 2014, twice the rate of U.S. solar growth overall. NY-Sun web site.
About Reforming the Energy Vision
Reforming the Energy Vision is New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s strategy to build a clean, resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers. REV is transforming New York’s energy policy with new state-wide initiatives and regulatory reforms. REV will grow the state’s clean energy economy, support innovation, ensure grid resilience, mobilize private capital, create new jobs, and increase choice and affordability for energy consumers. REV places clean, locally produced power at the very core of New York’s energy system. This protects the environment and supports the State’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% while generating 50% of its electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030. Successful initiatives already launched as part of REV include NY-Sun, NY Green Bank, NY Prize, K-Solar, and a commitment to improve energy affordability for low-income communities. To learn more about REV, visitwww.ny.gov/REV4NY and follow us @REV4NY.
Reforming the Energy Vision is New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo’s strategy to build a clean, resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers. REV is transforming New York’s energy policy with new state-wide initiatives and regulatory reforms. REV will grow the state’s clean energy economy, support innovation, ensure grid resilience, mobilize private capital, create new jobs, and increase choice and affordability for energy consumers. REV places clean, locally produced power at the very core of New York’s energy system. This protects the environment and supports the State’s goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% while generating 50% of its electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030. Successful initiatives already launched as part of REV include NY-Sun, NY Green Bank, NY Prize, K-Solar, and a commitment to improve energy affordability for low-income communities. To learn more about REV, visitwww.ny.gov/REV4NY and follow us @REV4NY.
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