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HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Share-worthy stories from the Hudson Valley Patch network to talk about tonight:

Rockland Lawmakers Pass Resolution On Campus Protests

Rockland County legislators unanimously adopted a resolution May 7 affirming the right to free speech while condemning behavior taking place as part of some protests on some U.S. college campuses.

21 Hudson Valley Students Named National Merit Scholars

Twenty-one Hudson Valley residents have won National Merit Scholarships, the NMSC announced Wednesday.

Westchester Contractor Grifted $385K From Semiconductor Biz: Cops

Police say stolen high-tech equipment worth hundreds of thousands of dollars was sold to pawn shops in Danbury, Connecticut.

1 Killed In Raging Westchester House Fire On Monday Afternoon

The unconscious victim was evacuated from the blaze by firefighters, but was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

5 Puppies Abandoned In Airtight Container 'Like Trash' Rescued

The Adopt A Dog Shelter is seeking emergency donations to help the abused puppies get a second chance to find love in this world.

Lottery Opens For New Affordable Apartments At Scarsdale's One Dromore

Rents at the 4-story building range from $1,039 for a 1-bedroom to $2,495 for a 2-bedroom for those meeting household income requirements.

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