<a href="http://www.fkcs.law/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Feldman, Kleidman, Collins &amp; Sappe LLP</a> (FKC&amp;S), a Hudson Valley-based law firm concentrating in personal injury and medical malpractice defense, has announced that Alexandra Downey Thomas, Esq., of Poughkeepsie, NY, has joined the firm. For more than four decades, FKC&amp;S has represented clients in complex litigation across state and federal courts throughout the Hudson Valley and Capital Region.
&ldquo;Alexandra brings nearly a decade of hands-on litigation experience and a well-rounded background across multiple practice areas,&rdquo; said <a href="https://www.fkcs.law/our-legal-team/jeffrey-m-feldman/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Jeffrey M. Feldman</a>, founding partner of FKC&amp;S. &ldquo;Her ability to manage matters from inception through trial and appeal, combined with her strong advocacy skills, will be a strong asset to this team and will strengthen client outcomes.&rdquo; 
In her role as of counsel at FKC&amp;S, Thomas will focus on medical malpractice defense, representing insurers and insured clients, including hospitals, physicians and other health care professionals. In addition, she will assist in the defense of general liability matters and manage cases through all phases of litigation, from initial claim evaluation and discovery to motion practice and trial preparation.
Prior to joining FKC&amp;S, Thomas was a partner at a Pleasant Valley-based law firm, where she represented individuals, businesses and property owners in a wide range of civil litigation matters. Her experience includes commercial litigation, real estate and construction disputes, personal injury claims and trusts and estates matters. She has handled cases through trial and appeal and has argued before the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York.
Thomas earned her Juris Doctor from Brooklyn Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Rhodes College in Memphis, TN. She played Division III basketball in college, where her team advanced to the second round of the NCAA tournament during her senior year. During law school, she interned for the Honorable James D. Pagones, an acting Supreme Court justice and Surrogate of Dutchess County at the time.
Originally from Cold Spring, Thomas is admitted to practice in New York State as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Southern and Northern Districts of New York. She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Dutchess County Bar Association and Mid-Hudson Women&rsquo;s Bar Association.
Aside from her legal work, Thomas is a volunteer with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention&rsquo;s (AFSP) Hudson Valley/Westchester chapter and has participated in advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., supporting the organization&rsquo;s mission to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. She lives in Poughkeepsie with her husband, a U.S. Navy veteran and firefighter, and their two children. 


About Feldman, Kleidman, Collins &amp; Sappe LLP 
For 40 years and counting, Feldman, Kleidman, Collins &amp; Sappe LLP has been dedicated to advocating for the legal rights of its clients. Based in Fishkill, NY, its attorneys have successfully tried cases at all levels of state and federal courts throughout the Hudson Valley and Capital District. The firm specializes in the practice of personal injury law and professional liability defense. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.fkcs.law" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.fkcs.law</a> or call (845) 897-5199.

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Today, <a href="https://www.eastdalevillage.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Eastdale Village</a> announced the completion of its newest community amenity: a thoughtfully designed, open-air Piazza that will serve as the central gathering space within the popular live, work, play destination. Located on the south side of the community, the Piazza debuts ahead of Eastdale&rsquo;s signature summer programming.&nbsp;

Enhancing Eastdale&rsquo;s walkable, neighborhood-centered environment, the Piazza offers an inviting and inclusive space for residents and visitors alike. Inspired by the timeless character of European public squares, it reflects a vision of&nbsp; community living, where culture, connection and leisure intersect, a central focus of Eastdale&rsquo;s mission&nbsp;

&ldquo;The Eastdale Piazza is a fitting culmination to the construction along Eastdale Avenue South and is reflective of considerable input from many talented members of our design and construction teams, foremost among them Giovanni Palladino,&rdquo; said John Hettinger, President of Kirchhoff, the real estate investment firm responsible for Eastdale Village. &ldquo;The Piazza is intended to serve as a unique, active venue in the Hudson Valley, which our team will thoughtfully program throughout the year with wonderful events for the community.&rdquo;

Beginning early May and running through September, the Piazza will serve as a central hub for Eastdale&rsquo;s signature lineup of free community events, offering a consistent and recognizable destination for the season. Featured events include Movies on Main, a recurring outdoor family-friendly film series under the stars; the Farmers&rsquo; Market, featuring local vendors and fresh, seasonal offerings from Hudson Valley vendors; and Eastdale Unplugged, a new acoustic music series showcasing emerging, local talent in an intimate setting. Additional events and programming will be introduced throughout the season, reinforcing Eastdale Village as a destination for community connection.&nbsp;

&ldquo;From the outset, the vision for the Eastdale Piazza was to create the social heart of the community&mdash;a space where architecture and everyday life seamlessly come together,&rdquo; commented Giovanni Palladino, Kirchhoff&rsquo;s Director of Architecture &amp; Design. &ldquo;We approached the design as an architecturally framed civic living room, one that feels both intimate and open, inviting people to gather, connect and linger. By reinforcing Eastdale&rsquo;s commitment to thoughtful placemaking and pairing the space with dynamic, year-round programming, the Piazza becomes more than a destination &mdash; it becomes a shared experience that evolves with the community.&rdquo;&nbsp;

For more information and announcements of upcoming events, visit <a href="http://www.eastdalevillage.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.eastdalevillage.com</a> and follow Eastdale Village on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eastdalevillage/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EastdaleVillage" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>.

About Eastdale Village
Located in the heart of the Hudson Valley, Eastdale Village is a live, work, play community situated on 35 acres in the Town of Poughkeepsie. With more than 120,000 square feet of commercial real estate, including restaurant, medical, retail and Class A office space, Eastdale also boasts over 400 luxury residential apartments &ndash; making it a go-to, walkable experience that combines shopping, dining, entertainment, living and working.

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Filomena Fanelli, founder and CEO of <a href="https://prwithimpact.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Impact PR &amp; Communications</a>, has earned a spot on <a href="https://www.prnewsonline.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PRNEWS&rsquo;</a> 2026 Top Women in PR &amp; Communications <a href="https://www.prnewsonline.com/go/top-women-in-pr-2026/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Business Entrepreneurs</a> list. The prestigious national honor recognizes influential leaders driving innovation and excellence across the communications industry.&nbsp;

&ldquo;This year&rsquo;s Top Women in PR &amp; Communications honorees exemplify the leadership, creativity and resilience that continue to push our industry forward,&rdquo; said Kaylee Hultgren, content director of PRNEWS. &ldquo;They are not only delivering meaningful impact for their organizations and clients, but also shaping the future of communications through mentorship, innovation and a commitment to excellence.&rdquo;

The annual PRNEWS Top Women in PR &amp; Communications award celebrates professionals from agencies, brands, nonprofits and consultancies who are redefining how communications drives business, bringing innovative thinking and influential voices to deliver meaningful results. Honorees are also celebrated for their leadership, mentorship and commitment to advancing the future of PR and communications.&nbsp;

&ldquo;The PR and communications industry truly has the power to inspire and drive meaningful change,&rdquo; said Fanelli. &ldquo;I&rsquo;m proud to be recognized alongside so many women who are shaping the future of this profession.&rdquo;&nbsp;

A 27-year public relations veteran, Fanelli founded Impact PR &amp; Communications in 2014 and has continuously served a roster of clients in banking and finance, real estate and construction, hospitality and tourism, as well as nonprofits. Beyond her professional work, she is an involved member of the community, volunteers on the executive board of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce, advises public relations students at Marist University and is a recent inductee to the Dutchess Community College Alumni Hall of Fame. The Top Women in PR &amp; Communications honorees will be celebrated at an award ceremony on June 4, 2026 in New York City, bringing together leaders from across the country.&nbsp;

For more information on the 2026 honorees, across multiple categories, visit: <a href="https://www.prnewsonline.com/go/top-women-in-pr-2026/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.prnewsonline.com/go/top-women-in-pr-2026/</a>. To learn more about Impact PR &amp; Communications, including its clients and capabilities, head to <a href="http://www.prwithimpact.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.prwithimpact.com</a>.


About Impact PR &amp; Communications, Ltd.&nbsp;
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> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prwithimpact/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>.

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Underscoring its leadership team&rsquo;s commitment to enhancing the lives of Hudson Valley seniors, <a href="https://vassarwarner.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Vassar-Warner Home</a> announced that Executive Director, Ericka Von Salews, has been named to <a href="https://www.cityandstateny.com/power-lists/2026/03/2026-above-beyond-women/412178/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">City &amp; State New York&rsquo;s 2026 Above &amp; Beyond: Women</a> list. Von Salews is one of 50 women recognized across various industries for her role in moving the state forward.&nbsp;

&ldquo;Being celebrated alongside so many amazing female leaders is a highlight of my career,&rdquo; said Von Salews. &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve dedicated the majority of my professional life to the advancement of senior care, and it&rsquo;s a true honor to be recognized for the role this plays in shaping the future of the state.&rdquo;

For 10 years, Von Salews has been at the helm of Vassar Warner Home&rsquo;s mission to provide high-quality care and resources to seniors living in New York. Most notably, in response to the Home&rsquo;s sudden closure in 2024, Von Salews took on a pivotal role in the fight to reopen it, working with local leaders and philanthropists to launch initiatives that garnered support and funding for the facility. Simultaneously, Von Salews successfully launched Vassar-Warner Home for the Day, a social model adult day care program, in 2025. Today, she not only oversees Vassar-Warner Home&rsquo;s day-to-day operations but is also preparing for the grand reopening of its residential program, which is set to welcome residents in May 2026.

&ldquo;As I lead Vassar-Warner Home into its next chapter, I&rsquo;m proud to support my team as we give the facility our all,&rdquo; added Von Salews. &ldquo;We are committed to making Vassar-Warner a home away from home, and won&rsquo;t stop until we reinstate our position as a pillar of the Hudson Valley community.&rdquo;

To learn more about Vassar-Warner Home, or to apply as a resident, visit <a href="http://www.vassarwarner.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.vassarwarner.org</a>. For additional updates, follow along on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/VassarWarnerHome" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook (@VassarWarnerHome)</a>.&nbsp;

About Vassar-Warner Home:
Founded in 1871, Vassar-Warner Home was Dutchess County&rsquo;s sole nonprofit senior living residence and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. After a brief closure in 2024, it reopened in summer 2025 as Vassar-Warner Home for the Day, an adult day care facility &ndash; a program that provides support and opportunities for socialization to Hudson Valley seniors and their loved ones. Come spring 2026, Vassar-Warner Home will reopen as an independent senior living facility with dignity, community, independence and compassion for all at the heart of its mission. The home&rsquo;s all-inclusive rate covers three daily meals, laundry, housekeeping, social, cultural and physical activities.&nbsp;

For more information about the history of Vassar-Warner Home, its existing services and events in the community, visit <a href="http://vassarwarner.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://vassarwarner.org</a> and follow Vassar-Warner on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/VassarWarnerHome" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook (@VassarWarnerHome)</a>.

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