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Polio shows up again in Rockland wastewater. What it means

State and local health officials had urged caution during a winter lull in polio detection. Sewage samples are being tracked throughout downstate NY.

 

Lego resale store provides job training for people with disabilities, fun for all

Stock comes from people donating Lego and Duplo items. It's a great reason to clean out that basement, one Jawonio staffer said.

 

Rye mayor, city council entangled in ethical dilemma over trees next door. What happened

The city's Board of Ethics faulted the council for undertaking an "extraordinarily expedited process" to consider a proposed tree-clearing moratorium.

 

Can workers who aid people with developmental disabilities finally get a wage increase?

Workers are mostly women of color. "We're exploiting a vulnerable population who's caring for a vulnerable population," said advocate Russell Snaith.

 

Three dead in apparent overdose case in New Rochelle

A fourth man who had overdosed called police. Police tracked his cell phone to the Fountain Place apartment building where the men were found.

 

New life for Legos in Valley Cottage

Jawonio's Brick It Again, a Lego resale store in Valley Cottage March 24, 2023. Staff will include people with disabilities, which gives them jobs, skills and income.

 

Jawonio brings New life to Legos in Valley Cottage

Jawonio's Brick It Again, a Lego resale store in Valley Cottage March 24, 2023. Staff will include people with disabilities, which gives them jobs, skills and income.

 

Dutchess County DA's office asks state parole board to reopen Brian Britton hearing

The Dutchess County District Attorney's office has written a letter to the state Parole Board, calling on it to reopen Brian Britton's hearing.

 

Direct support professionals may finally get more money

Site supervisor Sequoia McNatt visits residents at Venture Together Bader House in Spring Valley, March 24, 2023. Advocates are asking for wage increases for direct support professionals.

 

Michael Lawler breaks GOP ranks, votes against 'Parents Bill of Rights' he co-sponsored

Lawler recently met with transgender youth, their families and educators to hear their concerns about the bill.

 

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