Award-winning public relations and communications agency, <a href="https://prwithimpact.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Impact PR &amp; Communications</a> (Impact PR), has been selected to provide strategic communications and support for <a href="https://hvconnected.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hudson Valley Connected</a>, a regional initiative expanding free technology assistance and digital literacy resources throughout the Hudson Valley. The project is funded through a $500,000 grant awarded by <a href="https://broadband.ny.gov/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Empire State Development&rsquo;s ConnectALL Office</a>
to the <a href="https://www.westchesterlibraries.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Westchester Library System</a>, the lead financial partner and grant administrator for Hudson Valley Connected. 
The initiative will grow the Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley program, originally launched in 2022, across Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties. Working collaboratively with the Westchester Library System, Southeastern New York Library Resources Council, Mid-Hudson Library System and the Ramapo Catskill Library System, the program recruits and trains additional digital navigators, connecting residents with free one-on-one technology assistance through local libraries and community organizations. As part of the successful grant application, Impact PR will develop and implement a comprehensive public awareness campaign designed to increase visibility, community engagement and utilization of these free services. 
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m incredibly proud of the work our Digital Navigators have done across nine counties in New York since 2022,&rdquo; said Carolyn Bennett Glauda, Digital Navigator ambassador for Hudson Valley Connected.&ldquo;Trained professionals who offer tech help to solve everyday problems are meeting a real-world need. Getting the word out will allow even more people to get the support they need to go online with confidence. Thanks to this grant, and the resources of Impact PR &amp; Communications, who have deep nonprofit expertise and roots in the communities we&rsquo;re serving, we can have an even bigger impact and grow this program for the long-term.&rdquo;
The expansion to the program comes as New York State continues investing in digital equity following the loss of comparable federal funding. According to New York State&rsquo;s Digital Equity Plan, 29% of New Yorkers need professional support because they cannot repair or troubleshoot their devices independently, while 23% of older adults and 20% of low-income households report low confidence using technology. 
&ldquo;We are honored to be selected as the communications partner for Hudson Valley Connected and are grateful for the opportunity to help drive awareness of these valuable services,&rdquo; said Filomena Fanelli, founder and CEO of Impact PR. &ldquo;Libraries play a vital role in strengthening our communities, and New York State&rsquo;s continued investment in digital equity will help more Hudson Valley residents gain the skills and support they need to succeed.&rdquo; 
 
To learn more about Impact PR &amp; Communications, including its clients and capabilities, visit <a href="http://www.prwithimpact.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.prwithimpact.com</a>.
About Impact PR &amp; Communications, Ltd. 
Impact PR &amp; Communications, Ltd. is an award-winning strategic public relations and marketing firm with a national client roster and a tri-state presence in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Founded in 2014, the company offers media relations, copywriting, reputation management, thought leadership, community engagement and social media services for community banks and credit unions, real estate companies and investors, tourism and hospitality venues and nonprofit organizations. Impact PR was named the &ldquo;Nation&rsquo;s #1 PR Agency&rdquo; in CommPRO&rsquo;s influential industry ranking in August 2025 and the SBA&rsquo;s &ldquo;Women-Owned Small Business of the Year&rdquo; in 2024. For more information on Impact PR, visit<a href="http://www.prwithimpact.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> www.prwithimpact.com</a>,call (845) 462-4979 or follow the firm on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/prwithimpact/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/prwithimpact" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prwithimpact/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.

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<a href="https://www.hvcu.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU)</a>&nbsp;has announced a Sip, Stay &amp; Play Sweepstakes as part of its participation in this year's Hudson Valley Wine &amp; Food Festival. The sweepstakes will run from September 12 through September 19, giving participants the opportunity to enter for a chance to win one of three experiences celebrating the best of the Hudson Valley and beyond. The sweepstakes is open to individuals who are 18 years of age or older.*
Participants may choose to enter one or more of the following prize drawings:
<ul>
 <li>Wildflower Farms Getaway Package featuring a two-night stay in a Bower Cabin, two 60-minute spa treatments, dinner for two at Clay (up to $300), and applicable taxes.</li>
 <li>Culinary Institute of America Experience, including a $500 gift card that may be used toward dining, classes, tours, and other eligible offerings.</li>
 <li>The Kartrite Resort &amp; Indoor Waterpark Family Getaway, including a $600 gift card that may be applied toward accommodations and eligible resort experiences.</li>
</ul>
Individuals may enter online at <a href="https://www.hvcu.org/hudson-valley-wine-food-festival/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hvcu.org/HVWFF</a>, at any HVCU <a href="http://www.hvcu.org/Branches" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">branch location</a>, or at either HVCU booth during the Hudson Valley Wine &amp; Food Festival. Entrants may submit one entry per prize drawing. All entry methods are treated equally.
The sweepstakes is part of HVCU's larger initiative to bring the Hudson Valley to life at this year's festival. Attendees can enjoy a build-your-own bouquet experience featuring locally grown blooms from Ulster County-based Hudson Wildflower Co., as well as complimentary samples of alcohol-infused ice cream from Orange County-based Toppings.
&ldquo;Our commitment to the Hudson Valley extends beyond financial services," said Tina Ludwig, senior vice president, head of experience activation at HVCU. "It's about investing in the people, businesses and experiences that make this region such a special place to live, work and visit. Through the Sip, Stay &amp; Play Sweepstakes and our involvement with the Hudson Valley Wine &amp; Food Festival, we're proud to showcase local organizations and experiences that help make our region unique.&rdquo;
One winner will be selected for each prize drawing through a random drawing conducted on or about September 21, 2026. Winners do not need to be present to win.
For complete official rules or to learn more, visit <a href="https://www.hvcu.org/hudson-valley-wine-food-festival/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hvcu.org/HVWFF</a>.
About Hudson Valley Credit Union:
A trusted, community-based financial cooperative, Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU) has continuously supported its members, friends, families and the regions it serves in building successful financial futures since 1963. Committed to fostering financial freedom, HVCU serves more than 400,000 members across 40 branches in 13 counties. From personal banking to business services, the credit union offers an array of financial services and innovative digital solutions, including internship and scholarship programs, financial literacy workshops and program grants. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.hvcu.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">hvcu.org</a> or follow HVCU on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HVFCU/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hudsonvalleyCU/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/102046/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.*No purchase or credit union membership is necessary to enter or win.

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The <a href="https://www.westchesterlibraries.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Westchester Library System</a> (WLS) has been awarded $500,000 through <a href="https://broadband.ny.gov/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Empire State Development&rsquo;s ConnectALL Office</a> to expand the <a href="https://hvconnected.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley</a> (DNHV) program, bringing free technology assistance to more residents throughout nine counties in the Hudson Valley Region. 
The project will recruit, train and deploy Digital Navigators, or trained tech assistants, in libraries and community-based organizations to increase access to free technology assistance for residents. The program will also offer digital literacy workshops and information sessions and connect individuals with free and reduced-cost technology.
In Sullivan County, the DNHV program is currently offered at Jeffersonville-Western Sullivan Public Library, Livingston Manor Free Library and Western Sullivan Public Library. Residents can <a href="https://hvconnected.org/directory/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">make an appointment</a> for dedicated one-on-one time with a trained Digital Navigator to learn basic computer skills, receive assistance with a device, get connected to low-cost internet options and much more, including:
&bull;Find ways to purchase low-cost phones or computers
&bull;Find resources for housing and submit online applications
&bull;Manage healthcare, including: telehealth visits, patient portals, and other information 
&bull;Locate food resources
&bull;Make a resume and fill out online job applications
&bull;Make video calls with family and friends
&bull;Connect with public information like local government meetings
&bull;Apply for services and benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid, and more
&bull;Access educational services, such as remote learning opportunities or connecting to a child's school portal
&bull;Deal with daily life tasks such as online grocery shopping or paying bills
As the project&rsquo;s lead financial partner and grant administrator, WLS will collaborate with Southeastern New York Library Resources Council (Southeastern), which leads the DNHV initiative, along with the Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) and Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS), allowing the initiative to reach public libraries and communities across Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester counties. 
&ldquo;The Westchester Library System is honored to steward this important investment in digital equity,&rdquo; said Terry Kirchner, executive director of WLS. &ldquo;This project exemplifies the power of regional collaboration, and by working alongside our partner library systems, we can expand Digital Navigator services, strengthen digital literacy across the Hudson Valley and ensure libraries continue to thrive.&rdquo; 
"Libraries have always been trusted places for learning, and today that includes helping people navigate an ever-evolving digital world," said Carolyn Bennett Glauda of Southeastern and the Digital Navigator Ambassador. "Whether someone needs help applying for a job, accessing healthcare online, or simply learning how to use the settings on a device that doesn&rsquo;t come with a manual, our Digital Navigators provide patient, personalized guidance. This funding will allow us to expand those services so even more Hudson Valley residents can access the technology skills and support they need to succeed."
Building on New York State&rsquo;s continued investment as one of the only in the nation to expand digital equity following the loss of comparable federal funding, the expansion of the DNHV service aims to support low-income households and older adults in overcoming key barriers identified in the New York State Digital Equity Plan:
&middot;Assisting the 29% of New Yorkers who need professional device support because they cannot fix a device or do not have family or friends to help them.
&middot;Supporting New Yorkers with low confidence in digital literacy, including 23% of older adults and 20% of low-income households.
&middot;Supporting the 87% of New Yorkers who are concerned about online safety.
Empire State Development President, CEO and Commissioner Hope Knight said, &ldquo;Access to technology is essential, but true digital equity also means ensuring New Yorkers have the skills and support to use it confidently. Through this $500,000 ConnectALL investment, trusted libraries and community organizations will help more Hudson Valley residents access vital services, pursue employment opportunities and fully participate in today&rsquo;s digital economy.&rdquo;
As the lead financial partner, WLS is also coordinating the local investments needed to support the project alongside the ConnectALL grant, working with regional philanthropic partners to help ensure Hudson Valley Connected reaches all communities throughout the region. 
To learn more about the Digital Navigator program or find a library near you offering these services, visit <a href="https://hvconnected.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://hvconnected.org/</a>.

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<a href="https://www.stengerglass.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele LLP </a>announced that for the fourth consecutive year, associate Jad Haddad was included in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch&reg; in America for his work in litigation - real estate and real estate law. <a href="https://www.bestlawyers.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Best Lawyers&reg;</a>, which employs a rigorous, peer-to-peer, industry-driven evaluation to determine its rankings, analyzed over six million votes for the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers: One to Watch in America.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m honored to be recognized on the Ones to Watch&reg; list for the fourth year in a row,&rdquo; said Haddad. &ldquo;It is especially meaningful that this recognition is determined through the evaluations of fellow attorneys.&rdquo;
A 2020 graduate of Albany Law School, Haddad joined Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele, LLP in 2022. He focuses on litigation, with an emphasis on real property litigation, and residential real estate. 
&ldquo;Jad is a talented young attorney and a true asset to our legal team,&rdquo; said Karen Hagstrom, partner at Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele, LLP. &ldquo;He is willing to put in the long hours and thorough analysis needed to excel. Jad is dedicated to the legal profession and committed to serving his clients with the highest level of expertise.&rdquo;
About Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele LLP:
Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele, LLP is one of the largest, most experienced law firms in the Hudson Valley. A general practice law firm, Stenger, Glass, Hagstrom, Lindars &amp; Iuele draws from the strength of its 12 exceptional attorneys to comprehensively represent a wide array of individuals, businesses, municipalities, and institutional clients throughout the Hudson Valley. Practice areas include commercial litigation, land use and development, tax grievances, elder law, wills, trusts and estates, commercial and residential real estate, business law, hospitality and liquor licensing, matrimonial and family law, personal injury, criminal law, and more.
For additional information, visit <a href="https://www.stengerglass.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">stengerglass.com</a>, follow the firm on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/stengerglasslaw" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW-zd3WABnx0hH2HNBmhluQ/featured" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stengerglasslaw/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and LinkedIn, call 845-298-2000, or visit the firm at its Wappingers Falls, Poughkeepsie or Kingston, NY offices.

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The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) has awarded its first loan through its Local Impact Fund for Tomorrow (LIFT) program, providing Friends of the Walkway with bridge financing to complete the final phase of its New York State-supported lighting improvement project for the Walkway Over the Hudson.
The first of several LIFT loans already in the pipeline, this loan demonstrates how charitable capital can be put to work to help nonprofits across Dutchess, Ulster and Putnam counties.
The loan will allow Friends of the Walkway to move forward with replacement and supplemental lighting while it awaits reimbursement from a capital grant awarded by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
Launched in March 2026, LIFT provides nonprofits with flexible bridge financing when they have committed grant funding but need capital before reimbursement arrives. LIFT offers loans of up to $50,000 at 2% interest. CFHV provides the loans, while Ulster Savings Bank contributes 10% of each loan and originates and services the financing.
The model is designed to make each charitable dollar work again and again: when a loan is repaid, the funds return to LIFT and become available to another nonprofit in Dutchess, Ulster or Putnam County.

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Kaal Rock Park

Our free waterfront concert series kicks off with AME Arcana at Kaal Rock Park. Bring a folding chair or blanket and join us for a sunset concert. AME Arcana is a high-energy glam-rock band led by AME Spins. The 1915 Wine Cellar and Hudson Valley Falafel will be on hand to make your late afternoon picnic complete.&nbsp; &nbsp;Rain location; Darkside Records, 32 Cannon St., Poughkeepsie. Presented with support from The City of Poughkeepsie and Central Hudson.&nbsp; Follow Kaal Rock Park Concerts on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

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Join Martin Brower for a professional driver hiring event featuring local routes and home daily schedules. Benefits include a $10,000 sign-on bonus, weekly pay, a daily minimum of $337.65, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) coverage starting from day one.

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Join us for our inaugural Korea Festival 2026, where you can explore a lively Tasting Market filled with local producers of Korean foods, beverages, ingredients, art, clothing, skincare and more! Don't miss the opportunity to connect with the makers behind these amazing brands, restaurants and products, including keynote speaker Esther Choi, chef of Mŏkbar and Miss Yoo in NYC, known for her Food Network appearances and collaborations with YouTube sensation Uncle Roger @mrnigelng. Come celebrate a modern version of Chuseok in the orchard, where you can frolic and go apple-picking, too! We'll have live music all day, and we'll be serving up wood-fired pizza, burgers and bbq along with Korean-inspired specials.

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Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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