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Legal Notices - January 29, 2026
Jan 28, 2026
Legal Notice
John J. Contracting USA LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 12/29/2025. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to 364 Pumpkin Lane Clinton Corners NY 12514
Purpose: The purpose of the LLC IS TO ENGAGE IN ANY AND ALL LAWFUL ACTIVITIES FOR WHICH A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY MAY BE ORGANIZED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law.
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Notice of Formation of Lady Hounds Farm, LLC. Arts. or Org. filed with SSNY on 8/25/25. Office Location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Jane D. Watson, 33 Prospect Avenue, Amenia, New York 12501. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Notice of Formation of Max Cohen Design LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with SSNY on 11/07/2025. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Max Cohen Design LLC, 253 Benson Hill Road, Dover Plains, NY 12522. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Legal Notice
On-Center Contracting LLC filed an Application for Authority with the Secretary of State of NY on 11/14/2025.
Office location: Dutchess County.
SSNY is 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 183 Lake Rd, Warren, CT 06777.
The purpose of the LLC is contracting/carpentry. On-Center Contracting LLC can be reached at (860)-806-4934.
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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Notice of Complete Application
Date: 10/28/2025
Applicant: TOWN OF AMENIA
4988 RTE 22
AMENIA, NY 12501
Facility: TOWN OF AMENIA 38 LAVELLE RD AMENIA, NY 12501
Application ID: 3-1320-00086/00010
Permits(s) Applied for: 1—Article 24 Freshwater Wetlands
Project is located: in AMENIA in DUTCHESS COUNTY
Project Description:
The applicant proposes disturbance to a NYS Regulated Freshwater Wetland associated with the removal of an existing pump house and the installation of a prepackaged pump house on approximately 50 cubic yards of crushed stone and concrete.
Availability of Application Documents:
Filed application documents, and Department draft permits where applicable, are available for inspection during normal business hours at the address of the contact person. To ensure timely service at the time of inspection, it is recommended that an appointment be made with the contact person.
State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR) Determination
Project is not subject to SEQR because it is a Type II action.
SEQR Lead Agency None Designated
State Historic Preservation Act (SHPA) Determination
The proposed activity is not subject to review in accordance with SHPA. The application type is exempt and/or the project involves the continuation of an existing operational activity.
Availability For Public Comment
Comments on this project must be submitted in writing to the Contact Person no later than 11/20/2025 or 15 days after the publication date of this notice, whichever is later.
Contact Person
FRANK J BENEDETTO, III NYSDEC
21 S Putt Corners Rd
New Paltz, NY 12561
(845) 256-0208
01-29-26
TOWN OF AMENIA PLANNING BOARD
RE-NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Chapter 105 of the Town of Amenia Code, the Planning Board of the Town of Amenia will hold a public hearing on the application by SILAND Recreational Facility (the “Applicant”) for site plan amendment to add lighting to a preexisting stie plan (the “Application”) on the property located at Parcel # 132000-7066-00-910219 situated at 4391 NYS Route 22 in the Town of Amenia (the “Project Site”). The Project Site is located in the Rural Agricultural zoning district and the Resort Development and Scenic Protection overlay districts.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hold the public hearing on the Application on February 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Amenia Town Hall, 4988 NYS Route 22, Amenia, New York 12501.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the Application is on file in the Amenia Planning Department Office for public viewing and inspection by appointment only. The Application can also be viewed and downloaded from the Town’s official website at www.ameniany.gov.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hear all persons interested in the Application at the public hearing noticed herein. All persons may appear at the hearing in person or by agent and may also submit written comments to the Planning Board at or prior to such hearing by emailing comments to Planning Board Secretary Judith Westfall at jwestfall@ameniany.gov.
Dated: January 22, 2026
Robert Boyles, Jr., Chairman
Town of Amenia
Planning Board
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TOWN OF AMENIA PLANNING BOARD
RE-NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Chapter 105 of the Town of Amenia Code, the Planning Board of the Town of Amenia will hold a public hearing on the application by Amy and David Cocheo (the “Applicant”) for special permit approval to convert the existing bank into a coffee shop (the “Application”) on the property located at 5086-5094 Route 22 (Parcel # 132000-7167-00-340765), in the Town of Amenia (the “Project Site”). The Project Site is located in the Highway Commercial (HC) Zoning District. The balance of the property, which is currently undeveloped and for which no development is proposed, is in the Hamlet Mixed Use (HM) Zoning District. The property is also impacted by the Stream Corridor Overlay (SCO) Zoning District and the Priority/Primary Valley Bottom Aquifer (PVBA) Overlay District.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hold the public hearing on the Application on February 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Amenia Town Hall, 4988 NYS Route 22, Amenia, New York 12501.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the Application is on file in the Amenia Planning Department Office for public viewing and inspection during normal business hours by appointment only. The Application can also be viewed and downloaded from the Town’s official website at www.ameniany.gov.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hear all persons interested in the Application at the public hearing noticed herein. All persons may appear at the hearing in person or by agent and may also submit written comments to the Planning Board at or prior to such hearing by emailing comments to Planning Board Secretary Judith Westfall at jwestfall@ameniany.gov. Dated: January 22, 2026
Robert Boyles, Jr., Chairman
Town of Amenia
Planning Board
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TOWN OF AMENIA PLANNING BOARD
RE-NOTICE OF
PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to Chapter 105 of the Town of Amenia Code, the Planning Board of the Town of Amenia will hold a public hearing on the application by Silo Ridge Ventures, LLC (the “Applicant”) for Subdivision approval for a lot line realignment, consolidating Lots LL-15 (Parcel # 132000-7066-02-803711) and LL-16 (Parcel # 132000-7066-02-801701), into one (1) larger parcel on lands located within the Silo Ridge Resort Community at 4651 NYS Route 22 in the Town of Amenia. The Project Site is located in the Rural Agricultural zoning district, as well as the Resort Development and Scenic Protection overlay districts.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hold the public hearing on the Application on February 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Amenia Town Hall, 4988 NYS Route 22, Amenia, New York 12501.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of the Application is on file in the Amenia Planning Department Office for public viewing and inspection by appointment only. The Application can also be viewed and downloaded from the Town’s official website at www.ameniany.gov.
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Planning Board will hear all persons interested in the Application at the public hearing noticed herein. All persons may appear at the hearing in person or by agent and may also submit written comments to the Planning Board at or prior to such hearing by emailing comments to Planning Board Secretary Judith Westfall at jwestfall@ameniany.gov. Dated: January 22, 2026
Robert Boyles, Jr., Chairman
Town of Amenia
Planning Board
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Legal Notice
Notice of formation of Glynevian Gundogs LLC. Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 9/25/2025. Office location: Dutchess County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Business Name and Address. Purpose: any lawful act or activity.
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Classifieds - 1-29-26
Jan 28, 2026
Help Wanted
Town of Sharon-Parks and Recreation Director: Full-time, starting salary of $55,000 (commensurate with experience) plus benefits. Responsible for planning and managing recreational programs, facilities, budgets, staff, and community events. Qualifications: Bachelors in Recreation Management or related field preferred; leadership and organizational skills; valid driver’s license; CPR/First Aid and Lifeguard certifications (or willingness to obtain); ability to work evenings/weekends.
Non-CDL ROAD/Facilities Maintainer: Full-time, starting pay $25.75/hr. plus benefits (following successful completion of probationary period). Duties include grounds maintenance at Veterans’ Field and Town Beach; assisting road crew with seasonal tasks, snow/ice removal, and minor facility repairs. Qualifications: HS diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license and medical card, ability to operate small equipment, perform manual labor in all weather. Experience in maintenance or road work preferred. For full job description, see Town of Sharon website (sharonct.gov) or contact the Selectmen’s office 860-364-5789. Applications and resumes are to be received in the Selecmen’s Office, PO Box 385, Sharon CT 06069, by 4PM February 6. The Town of Sharon is an equal opportunity employer.
The Scoville Memorial Library: is seeking an experienced Development Coordinator to provide high-level support for our fundraising initiatives on a contract basis. This contractor will play a critical role in donor stewardship, database management, and the execution of seasonal appeals and events. The role is ideal for someone who is deeply connected to the local community and skilled at building authentic relationships that lead to meaningful support. For a full description of the role and to submit a letter of interest and resume, contact Library Director Karin Goodell, kgoodell@scovillelibrary.org .
Services Offered
COLBYS TREE SERVICES: provides reliable tree removal, trimming, and storm cleanup. Locally owned and fully insured, we’re committed to safe work, honest service, and keeping your property looking its best. CALL/TEXT 860-248-9456.
Hector Pacay Landscaping and Construction LLC: Fully insured. Renovation, decking, painting; interior exterior, mowing lawn, garden, stone wall, patio, tree work, clean gutters, mowing fields. 845-636-3212.
Real Estate
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
Houses For Rent
SINGLE FAMILY HOME: 3BR, 2 Bath, 2 story & bsmnt, full kitchen, DR, laundry, large garden, rural Lakeville btw Hotchkiss & Lime Rock, Available Feb 1. $2,100 plus utilities. Text 650-281-2811.
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Snow covered Route 44/22 near the Maplebrook School campus in Amenia at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 25.
Photo by Nathan Miller
Dutchess County officials issued a travel ban on all public roads from 5 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, to 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26.
The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for much of upstate New York on Friday. Forecasts call for between 10 and 20 inches of snow across northeast Dutchess County.
Road crews across the region told The News that they are feeling prepared.
Visits to North East, Amenia, Washington, Stanford and Pine Plains revealed the salt is in good supply and the equipment is in good working order ahead of the storm.
Stanford Highway Superintendent Jim Myers and his crew were strapping plows to a truck in the town garage on Friday morning, Jan. 23. He said the Stanford road crew was as prepared as it can be, echoing a common sentiment among crews in the region.
"You just got to stay on top of it," Myers said. "Keep going."
County Executive Sue Serino said in a post on FaceBook that all non-emergency and non-essential travel is forbidden until 5 p.m. Monday. Only emergency personnel, road crew members, employees deemed essential for facility operation and news media covering the storm are permitted to travel during the ban.
All others are required to stay home. Pine Plains Highway Superintendent Carl Baden said that's the safest course of action during the storm.
"Just stay home," he said. "We can make it a lot safer for you if you wait."
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Mark Dedaj, 34, pleaded guilty in Dutchess County Court to first-degree manslaughter in connection with the 2021 death of his sister at a Millbrook residence.
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MILLBROOK — A Millbrook man has pleaded guilty to first-degree manslaughter in connection with the 2021 killing of his teenage sister inside their family home, Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi announced Thursday.
Mark Dedaj, 34, pleaded guilty in Dutchess County Court to a Class B felony, admitting that he caused the death of his 17-year-old sister, Maureen Nelson-Lanzi, by holding her face down into a pillow on a bed until she suffocated.
The incident occurred on Sept. 4, 2021, at their residence on Harts Village Road.
“This was a brutal and heartbreaking act of violence within a family,” Parisi said in a statement. “Our office made the deliberate decision to take action, because the loss of this victim’s life demanded accountability. This plea holds the defendant responsible for his actions, ensures a measure of justice, and spares the victim’s loved ones the pain of reliving this tragedy through a trial.”
Dedaj is scheduled to be sentenced on March 26, 2026. Under the terms of the plea agreement, he will receive 25 years in state prison followed by five years of post-release supervision.
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