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Let's hear it — September 10, 2026
Millerton News
Sep 08, 2026
This Week
Eddie Collins Memorial Park is set to be closed for construction on mulitple projects through July 31, 2027. The closure could mean changes to how residents use the park for recreation, events and family activities
How will the park’s closure impact you and your family?
Send your responses to social@lakevillejournal.com by Monday, Sept. 14 at 10 a.m. or comment on Facebook or Instagram.
We’ll publish a selection in next week’s paper.
Last Week’s Question
Do you have concerns about flock cameras and how they’re being used in Dutchess County?
“I personally think the bad outweighs the good with these cameras. They have been widely abused all over this country already and the amount of details that are gleaned and digitally “mapped” are exactly the kind of things that are and should be private and protected under the Constitution. No more cameras!”
— Barbara Lyman Reeves
“I have nothing to hide. I obey the laws … and if a child goes missing or there looking for that car and time is very important when it comes to a kidnapping.”
— Chasity Hotaling Fuggetta
“Get rid of all of them, I do not trust how the data is potentially handled”
— Doug McRoberts
“I wouldn’t want flock cameras in the best of times let alone in this era of billionaire fascists trying to dismantle our democracy. This is all part of a greater plan to track and control (arrest) anyone who challenges the unjust project 2025 system they have been building. As useful a tool as it may be to stop whatever crimes, make no mistake that that is not what its bigger purpose will be used for when what they say constitutes a crime is criticizing the government or being a non white immigrant etc. Flock cameras are an attack against our liberty and freedom.”
— Andres Vialpando
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Legal Notices - September 8, 2026
Millerton News
Sep 08, 2026
Legal Notice
Notice of Formation of GREEN VILLAGE CONTRACTORS LLC Articles of Organization filed with the NYS Department of State (SSNY) on 05/15/2026. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process to: Tomas Tun Ico 766 Old Route 22 Amenia, NY 12501 Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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Notice of Formation of Polonia Hudson Valley, LLC (the "LLC"). Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York ("SSNY") on July 27, 2026. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any process served against the LLC to: 4 Marshall Rd, Unit 143, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590. Purpose: Any lawful activity.
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NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY True Kettle Corn, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 6/30/2026. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 14 Wright Boulevard, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.
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The Union Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on Sept. 18, 2026, at St. Thomas Church, 40 Leedsville Rd., Amenia, NY from 10:30am to noon. Call Gail with any questions at 845-454-6641.
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Legal Notice
Ducillo Fine Carpentry LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 5/3/2026. Office located in Dutchess Co. SSNY designated agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: LegalZoom USCA, Inc., 45 Main Street, Suite 238, Brooklyn NY 11201. Purpose: any lawful activity.
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Letters to the editor — Thursday, September 10
Millerton News
Sep 08, 2026
Drifting drives innovation
The Gridlife event at Lime Rock Park which features drifting during some of the weekend is rather unique because the participants and fan base are so different from the usual auto racing crowd.
These are much younger people who have developed a passion for cars.
Unlike car racing that demands deep pockets, the cars that are popular are often inexpensive ones that are then modified into sporting machines. Why is this important? It’s not just that a younger audience can take part, it’s that the modifications and pursuit of mechanical problem solving is what develops a person's ability to diagnose, repair, invent, and improve the machines that we all rely on.
We need young people who can fix our cars when the standard mechanic has come to an impasse. The yellow crash barriers you see on the highway were invented by Lime Rock local and famous race car driver John Fitch; he crash tested them (personally) at Lime Rock Park. Let's remember that the greatest developments in technology and safety come from either war or competition. I prefer competition.
John Light
Sharon
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Clown, Jail construction, County Fair, West Nile
Millerton News
Sep 08, 2026
The following excerpts from The Millerton News were compiled by Kathleen Spahn and Rhiannon Leo-Jameson of the North East-Millerton Library.
Sept. 12, 1935
Mrs. Weaver Denies Seeking Appointment As Postmaster
Beauty Parlor Operator Declares She Does Not Want And Won’t Accept Office
A report that she was seeking appointment to the postmastership in Millerton was vigorously denied by Mrs. Bertha Weaver in an interview yesterday. Poughkeepsie Sunday Courier said in its issue of Sept. 8 that Mrs. Weaver and Miss Kate Griffin were both candidates for the office which is to be filled Feb. 1 at the expiration of the term of Postmaster Edward Everett.
Mrs. Weaver, who operates a beauty parlor here, declared that while she appreciates the interest shown in her behalf by her friends in the Democratic party, she did not want and would not accept a political office.
Minor Fears Jail Cost May Be Too High
Supervisor Frank L. Minor expressed fear last night that the cost of the proposed new jail for the Town of North East might be prohibitive. Estimates from the WPA offices are expected this week-end, Supervisor Minor said. and these will be turned over to the town board for consideration. Plans on which the WPA estimates are to be based were prepared by Charles J. Cooke, architect.
Mr. Minor explained that although the WPA will pay for the entire cost of labor, material for the one-story brick structure which will be paid for by the town, might be expensive. He said that the board will make a definite decision on the matter as soon as the estimates have been studied.
“Red” Hennessey Signed By New York Yankees
Edward “Red” Hennessey, Millerton’s sensational speedball hurler and promising major league prospect who was given a contract by the Boston Red Sox last year, has now been signed by the New York Yankees, announcement has just been made. Hennessey was released by the Danville, Va., Schoolfield nine, a Red Sox farm, in the Bi-State League. because of overcrowded conditions there, but was immediately signed by the Reidsville. N. C., Luckies in the same league and came to be fourth ranking hurler in the circuit. Subsequently he left the Luckies because of the extreme heat in Dixie.
The “red head” will be farmed out to the Akron club of the Middle Atlantic League by the Yankees next season. He was signed by Gene McCann, Yankee scout and former manager of the Springfield, Mass. club of the defunct Eastern League.
September 9 1976
In Millerton: Will It Be The Last Picture Show?
The Millerton Theatre closed its doors Tuesday night, possibly for the final time. The Theatre’s owner, Philip Eisenberg, said that unless someone buys the property from him, “Our intention is to close the theatre down permanently.”
The Main Street movie house locked up Tuesday with a final showing of the Neil Simon comedy hit “Murder by Death.”
Mr. Eisenberg said none of the movie operators have been able to make a sustained financial success of the operation and, thus, he must find a buyer now or close up.
Police Nab Youth In Bank Heist
A 19-year-old Washington County youth, Russell K. Snody of Clemmons, remains in the Dutchess County Jail on $7,500 bail this week after being arrested for allegedly breaking into and burglarizing the Dover Plains branch of the Millbrook Bank in the early morning hours of Monday, Aug. 23.
Snody has been charged with 3rd degree burglary, 3rd degree grand larceny, and the illegal possession of a sawed-off shotgun.
Millerton Free Library Begins Winter Hours
The Millerton Library began its winter hours on Tuesday, Sept. 7. The Library hours are now Monday from 6:30 to 8:30; Saturday from 2 to 5 and Sunday from 2 to 5.
The Comprehensive Plan booklet for North East and the Millerton is now available for circulation at the Library. The Library also offers the following best-sellers: “The Deep” by Peter Benchley, “Crowned Heads” by Thomas Tryon, “Dolores” by Jacqueline Susann, “Agent In Place” by Helen MacInnes and “A Man Called Intrepid” by William Stevenson.
The Library is also circulating 22 new mysteries from the Mid-Hudson rotating collection.
Cumberland Farms Delayed
The construction of the Cumberland Farms dairy store on Main Street in Millerton has been delayed, holding up the store’s opening which had been originally scheduled for the end of August.
The construction crew now hopes to meet an Oct. 1 deadline. According to Construction Supervisor Roy Terwilliger, work will progress on the building itself but not on the adjoining lot.
“We’re waiting for curb-cut permits from the New York Department of Transportation,” he commented, “until we get that we can’t do anything outside.”
September 13, 2001
Saperstein’s Mural To Have Dedication Ceremony
MILLERTON — With the help of Millerton residents, the Saperstein mural is close to completion. In order to officially present the mural, Saperstein’s will have a dedication on Saturday, Sept. 15, at 3 p.m.
The dedication will include a ribbon cutting and refreshments.
Moira Kelly, the mural’s main artist, said the community has been so helpful and supportive of the mural. Since she started the painting, she has received nothing but compliments.
“I don’t want to finish it,” Ms. Kelly said. “It’s like the best book I’ve ever read.”
She said she hopes to do more murals in the area, explaining that painting them is a great activity for children and the finished product is enjoyed by the whole community.
The dedication will be held rain or shine.
The mural resembles a similar painting that adorned the Dutchess Avenue wall of the former Saperstein’s building before it was destroyed by fire in 1986.
Store owner Lew Saperstein said the mural was his father’s idea. The elder Mr. Saperstein died last year.
Elementary Schools Open
MILLERTON — The first day of school for Millerton, Amenia and Webutuck Elementary Schools was on Monday, Sept. 10. Despite a fast and chaotic move due to realignment, the schools were in working order for the students on Monday morning.
Amenia held an orientation for parents and students on Sept. 5. Interim Principal Jack Biasotti gave a short speech in the auditorium. He told parents and students he was looking forward to being the interim principal, and to assuage any fears that the quality of education would be diminished by realignment.
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Classifieds - September 8, 2026
Millerton News
Sep 08, 2026
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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: Equal Housing Opportunity. All real estate advertised in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1966 revised March 12, 1989 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color religion, sex, handicap or familial status or national origin or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. All residential property advertised in the State of Connecticut General Statutes 46a-64c which prohibit the making, printing or publishing or causing to be made, printed or published any notice, statement or advertisement with respect to the sale or:rental of a dwelling that indicates any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, age, lawful source of income, familial status, physical or mental disability or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination
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John Robshaw Textiles Shop in Falls Village is looking for part time weekend help. Interest in design and textiles a plus. Join our team here in Falls Village. Please email Julie: julie@johnrobshaw.com for more information.
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Sharon. Close to Village. Quiet 2nd story one bedroom apartment. 900 square feet. W/D, heat included. $1800/mo plus electric. Available 9/15. 860-921-1094.
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Pine Plains residents, educators debate school closure
Graham Corrigan
Sep 08, 2026
PINE PLAINS — Parents, educators, and town officials gathered Sept. 2 for a public hearing on the possible closure of Cold Spring Early Learning Center.
The hearing gave residents a chance to respond to an Educational Impact Statement prepared by a school board committee. The committee, the Building Utilization Advisory Committee, met monthly over the last seven months, touring school buildings and weighing the pros and cons of closing Cold Spring, closing Seymour Smith Intermediate School, or keeping both schools open.
The district has faced declining enrollment and rising costs over the past two decades, resulting in budget shortfalls that led the school board to begin considering consolidation last year.
The committee, which was composed of dozens of parents and educators, ultimately recommended closing Cold Spring in 2027, though three of the committee’s 20 voting members dissented.
Benefits cited by the BUAC include stronger instructional alignment, improved staff utilization, expanded support services, and long-term stability. The BUAC projects about $1.1 million less in annual costs from a combination of staffing and transportation savings, though necessary repairs to Seymour Smith will cost about $300,000. District officials have also said that leasing, rather than selling, the Cold Spring building could generate additional revenue.
But those numbers represent a best-case scenario, a point made by Stanford father and BUAC member Kyle Odell at Tuesday’s hearing. Once the cost of preparing Seymour Smith is factored in, he said, the real savings amount to less than 2% of the district’s roughly $40.5 million total budget. Odell also warned that the Anderson Center for Autism, which currently leases space inside Cold Spring, could leave if the building loses the maintenance support provided by Pine Plains Central School District.
During the public hearing, parents raised the question of the intangible benefits of having a separate space for the district’s youngest students to learn and grow. They also questioned the amount of state funding provided to the district, and wondered if the consolidation could be avoided by appealing to the state. “It’s just a general failure,” said parent Travis Christian. “Whether it’s a failure by the state for not giving us the aid, or a failure by us as a community for not paying the taxes, I just think it’s a failure no matter how this happens.”
Districtwide K-12 enrollment has fallen from a peak of nearly 1,500 students in 2002 to just under 800 today. The school board first considered closing Cold Spring in 2024 amid warnings that the district could lose as much as $4 million in state aid. That funding was ultimately preserved, temporarily shelving a closure vote, but rising employee health insurance costs and other fixed expenses have continued to put pressure on the school budget.
The board formed the BUAC this past February after residents, many of them Stanford parents, turned out to demand a comprehensive study before any final decision. Tuesday’s hearing was a step the board took specifically to give residents a formal forum before any vote.
The committee identified several benefits of consolidation. Special education services would no longer be split across two buildings, teachers who divide their time between Cold Spring and Seymour Smith would no longer lose time traveling between the schools, and families would have a single location for drop-off and pickup.
The Seymour Smith principal has also reviewed the building’s available space and determined it can absorb the additional students. Superintendent Brian Timm, for his part, walked the audience through the district’s yearslong “right-sizing” effort before public comment opened, stressing that the process has been documented in public view since 2024 and that the BUAC itself exists because the board listened to earlier community pushback rather than acting on its own.
The Educational Impact Statement remains posted on the district’s “Future-Ready Organization” information page alongside years of enrollment data, meeting minutes, and community forum results. A formal proposal is likely in the coming weeks.
Whatever the board ultimately decides, officials and residents alike appear to agree on the underlying problem: a district built for nearly twice its current enrollment, facing rising costs it did not choose, now has to find a workable path forward.
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