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šŸŒ± Officials warn of overdose surge from Beacon through western Dutchess

Beacon, New York Patch AM: a 5 min read

Good morning to you Beacon! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ā˜•ļøļø

In today's newsletter:

  • Officials warn of overdose surge from Beacon through western Dutchess
  • How a Beacon writer rewired her mindset with one simple list
  • Why Beacon ranks among New Yorkā€™s top towns for longevity mindset

Also on today's calendar: Wine & Cheese Pairing Class with Dirty Bacchus and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What does a thesaurus eat for breakfast? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, with a high of 80 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 55.
  • Sunday: Sunshine mixing with clouds, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. DA warns of significant increase in suspected overdoses across Dutchess County (dailyfreeman.com) ā€” Dutchess County officials are warning of a sharp spike in suspected drug overdoses since June 10, with cases mapped from Beacon up to Rhinebeck and concentrated around Poughkeepsie. Residents are urged to treat this as a public safety emergency, carry and know how to use Narcan, and call 911 immediately if they witness a possible overdose.
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2. Reverse Bucket Lists Can Improve Gratitude and Confidence (oprahdaily.com) ā€” A Beacon-based health journalist shares a simple ā€œreverse bucket listā€ practice that can boost gratitude, confidence, and satisfaction by focusing on what youā€™ve already achieved. Drawing on expert advice, she explains how writing down past winsā€”big and smallā€”can ease selfā€‘criticism and help you recognize your own resilience and growth.
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3. 3 NY Towns With the Highest Longevity Mindset in the State (cnynews.com) ā€” Beacon ranks third in New York for residentsā€™ confidence about living to 100, coming in 119th nationwide thanks to its walkable streets, arts scene, and easy Hudson River and trail access. Researchers say Beaconā€™s slower pace, daily movement, and sense of belonging help fuel this strong ā€œlongevity mindsetā€ among locals.
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4. Berry Proud Margarita: A Pride Cocktail Recipe (gomag.com) ā€” A bartender who works front-of-house at The Wild in Beacon shares a bright, berry-forward margarita recipe created for Pride season, complete with a homemade strawberryā€“rhubarb cordial. Itā€™s aimed at adults who want a festive, responsibly enjoyed cocktail and offers a small shout-out to Beaconā€™s own beverage scene.
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5. Arrest made following reported robbery at Kay Jewelers in Town of Newburgh (news12.com) ā€” A reported robbery at the Kay Jewelers on Route 300 in the Town of Newburgh has led to an arrest, and at least one Beacon resident is voicing concern about crime nearby. Police have not yet released details about the suspect or charges, but say the incident was initially reported as a strongā€‘arm robbery and are continuing their investigation.
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    Looking for someone to watch the cats and water the plants July 2-10. Please share your recommendations for trusted pet-sitters! TIA (Nextdoor Mason Circle)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Synonym buns (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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