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Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce - COVID-19 Resource Guide
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Friday, August 07, 2020
Hill & Markes, Inc. Welcomes New Board of Advisor
Hill & Markes, Inc. Welcomes New Board of Advisor Hill & Markes is thrilled to announce Dr. Carlene Lacey to their Advisory Board Amsterdam, NY- August 7th, 2020- Hill & Markes, wholesale distributor in Amsterdam, NY, is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Carlene Lacey to their advisory board. Dr. Lacey is a respected leader in community relations and organizational management. She earned her Doctoral degree in Management and Organizational Leadership, Masters of Business Administration in Human
Thursday, August 06, 2020Hudson Valley Hospice announces the formation of their new Palliative Care Affiliate Hudson Valle
Michael Kaminski, President and CEO of Hudson Valley Hospice, and Albert Riddle, M.D., Chief Medical Officer at Hudson Valley Hospice, has announced the formation of their new palliative care affiliate, Hudson Valley Medical Health Choices, P.C. The practice is staffed by board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and other health professionals who will provide palliative care consulting services under the leadership of Dr. Riddle. Hudson Valley Medical Health Choices, P.C., is a community-based
Thursday, July 30, 2020Poughkeepsie Galleria Announces New Hours of Operation
Poughkeepsie,NY: PoughkeepsieGalleriawillbe returningtonormalhoursofoperationbeginningonMonday, August 3rd. New operating hours will be Monday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 9:00p.m.;Sunday, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Please notethatsomestoresandvenues,includingrestaurants, may have differentoperatinghours.PoughkeepsieGalleriacontinues to enforce sanitizingpoliciesandprocedures,along withHealthy Shopper Guidelineswith Center forDiseaseControl(CDC)recommendationsthateveryonemustfollow prior to
Thursday, July 30, 2020Astor’s CEO Tapped for Leadership Roles
Astor Services for Children & Families’ new CEO, Yvette Bairan, was appointed Board member of COFCCA (Council of Families and Child Caring Agencies), a New York City-based nonprofit that offers leadership, voice and vision to the private nonprofit agencies that provide the vast majority of child welfare and juvenile justice services in New York. She also was appointed co-chair of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee for New York State Coalition for Children's Behavioral Health, an organization that
Thursday, July 30, 2020Northern Dutchess Community Coalition Launches Face Mask Slogan Contest
The Northern Dutchess Community Coalition, coalition governed by CAPE, has launched a PPE Slogan contest open to Northern Dutchess Middle and High School Students. The Slogan should promote the importance of wearing a mask during the Covid-19 crisis. Slogans should be original, positive, and uplifting! The winning slogan will be featured on the masks and distributed throughout the Northern Dutchess schools and community. Additional prizes include gift cards from local business. You can find more details on
Tuesday, July 28, 2020Amy Bombardieri and Renee MacDonald Join Foundation for Abilities First NY Board of Directors
Wappinger Falls, N.Y. (July 28, 2020) – Amy Bombardieri of Poughkeepsie and Renee MacDonald of Fishkill have joined the Board of Directors for the Foundation for Abilities First NY, the fundraising arm for Abilities First, Inc. Abilities First is a nonprofit organization serving the needs of over 1,400 children and adults with developmental disabilities through educational, vocational, residential and habilitation services in the Hudson Valley.Amy Bombardieri is a Project Engineer with Day & Stokosa
Monday, July 27, 2020Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Increased Second Quarter Earnings
Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Increased Second Quarter Earnings ITHACA, NY - Tompkins Financial Corporation (NYSE American: TMP) Tompkins Financial Corporation reported diluted earnings per share of $1.44 for the second quarter of 2020, up 13.4% compared to $1.27 reported in the second quarter of 2019. Net income for the second quarter of 2020 was $21.4 million, compared to $19.4 million reported for the same period in 2019. For the year-to-date period ended June 30, 2020, diluted
Thursday, July 23, 2020Ulster Savings Bank Announces Promotion of Jo Dunn to Operations Manager
(Kingston, NY) Ulster Savings Bank recently announced the promotion of Jo Dunn to Operations Manager at their Kingston headquarters located at 180 Schwenk Drive. She previously served as Loan Operations Supervisor. In her new role, Ms. Dunn will oversee the Bank’s loan operations department. A Stone Ridge resident, Ms. Dunn is currently enrolled in the Ulster Leadership Development Institute, a leadership training program sponsored by the Ulster County Chamber of Commerce. She is active in several
Thursday, July 23, 2020MidHudson Regional Hospital Bring World Renowned Pediatric Care Services to the Mid-Hudson Valley
VALHALLA, N.Y. and POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (July 15, 2020) – Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) announces the establishment of onsite, dedicated pediatric services at MidHudson Regional Hospital, Poughkeepsie, NY, under the auspices of the Network's Maria Fareri Children's Hospital (MFCH). The new MFCH pediatric center of the region's only children's hospital will provide pediatric emergency room services as well as inpatient care. Expected to be fully operational by late summer 2020, the
Monday, July 20, 2020Alejandro Cordova Joins Ulster Savings Bank as Human Resources Director
(Kingston, NY) Ulster Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Alejandro Cordova has joined them as their Human Resources Director. In his new position, Mr. Cordova will be responsible for talent management and development, training, compensation, benefits administration and employee records, and corporate succession planning. He will work with the bank’s senior management in regards to their overall organizational development. “Alex is a great addition to the Ulster Savings Bank family,” said Bill C.
Monday, July 20, 2020Marist College Offers Reduced Tuition on Select Programs to Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce Members and Their Employees
Marist College is now offering reduced tuition on select graduate and adult undergraduate programs to Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce members and their employees. Marist will provide a 25% discount on tuition rates, which will save students between $6,375 and $13,175 on the cost of their degree (based on 2020/2021 tuition rates). This benefit can be used for both online and in-person classes. Students must be at least 22 years of age upon admission to qualify for the benefit, and must apply
Friday, July 17, 2020Jancare Feeding Families
JANCARE PRIVATE HEALTH SERVICES,INC. JOIN US AS WE GIVE BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY! FEEDING THOSE IN NEED, ONE BAG AT A TIME DATE: JULY 18, 2020 TIME: 1PM-4PM PLACE: HOPEWELL RECREATION PARK - 392 ROUTE 376 HOPEWELL JCT, NY 12533jancareprivatehealthservices.com
Thursday, July 16, 2020News Release: 7/16/2020 Complimentary ad to help support local businesses
COMPLIMENTARY ADfor Local Businesses The Jewish Federation of Dutchess (JFedDC) knows that many businesses have been particularly impacted due to the Coronavirus Pandemic and is here to help. We are pleased to offer all local businesses a FREE AD in our September issue of The Voice, our monthly newspaper. This publication, with a distribution of 2,000, is mailed to individual homes and can be found at several public establishments. For additional information and submission, please call us at
Wednesday, July 15, 2020Ellen A. Fischer Named as Appellate Counsel at Sholes & Miller, PLLC Attorneys at Law
Ellen A. Fischer, an attorney with over 25 years of experience, has been named as Appellate Counsel at Sholes & Miller, PLLC. Ms. Fischer has practiced medical malpractice defense for over 22 years, concentrating in the areas of legal research and writing. She has perfected and/or responded to over forty appeals and has extensive experience in preparing and defending complex motions. Ms. Fischer is available for the preparation of briefs and other litigation tasks at Sholes and Miller. Her services are
Tuesday, July 14, 2020LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT TO HONOR COVID HEALTHCARE HEROES
LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT TO HONOR COVID HEALTHCARE HEROES Poughkeepsie, NY – The Dutchess County Medical Society along with invited guests Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro and NYS Senator Sue Serino will be hosting an event to recognize Covid Healthcare Heroes from our local community for their selfless work to save lives. Dr. Manoj T. Abraham, President of the Dutchess County Medical Society, announced the six Honorees. They are from Nuvance Health’s Vassar Brothers Medical Center nominated by Joseph
Saturday, June 13, 2020Dr. Matthew DelMauro Joins Poughkeepsie Plastic Surgery Practice
Dr. Matthew DelMauro Joins Poughkeepsie Plastic Surgery Practice Poughkeepsie, NY – We are pleased to announce that Matthew A. DelMauro, M.D. has joined facial plastic surgeon Dr. Manoj T. Abraham’s Poughkeepise practice, Facial Plastic, Reconstructive & Laser Surgery and Oasis MediSpa. Dr. DelMauro is a New York-trained plastic surgeon with a Manhattan-based practice focused on non-surgical and surgical aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive procedures of the breast, body and face. Dr. DelMauro
Friday, May 29, 2020Mid-Hudson Association for Persons with Disabilities (MHAPD) Merges into Abilities First
Poughkeepsie, N.Y. (May 29, 2020) – Abilities First announces the final merger of Mid-Hudson Association for Persons with Disabilities (MHAPD) into its existing continuum of care. MHAPD programs include: Early Intervention Services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities, and Family Support Services, which provides support and advocacy for families who have a member with special needs living at home, including financial reimbursement programs for goods and services related to the
Friday, March 20, 2020Update: TFA Announces Loan Relief for Hudson Valley Businesses
Relief for Hudson Valley Businesses, Loan AssistanceRolled Out by Tompkins Financial Corporation to Aid Customers Affected in COVID-19 Pandemic Tompkins Affiliate Banks Among First in New York State and Pennsylvania to Answer Acute Business Need BREWSTER, NY -Tompkins Financial Corporation (NYSE American: TMP)In an effort to assist current Hudson Valley business customers with unexpected financial burdens faced during the current COVID-19 crisis, and on the heels of its recently announced relief
