Funding Slash 'Hurting Kids In Crisis' In NY Courts |Patch PM

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

Death Of 26-Year-Old At NY Facility For Disabled Probed

The male resident’s body was discovered in a transportation van, according to police.

25 Years Of Reaching Through Time, Across The World, To Remind What Makes Our Home Special

The Heritage of India Festival silver anniversary, at Kensico Dam Plaza, celebrated the things that make Westchester unique.

Dating App Meetup Ends With Double Stabbing In Orange County Apartment: Police

A person from Long Island was left with a collapsed lung and is expected to lose their right eye, according to police.

Former Cop Turned Model Avoids Prison In Extortion Scheme

She threatened to post material online that might harm her beauty salon employer unless she paid her $9K.

'You Are Hurting Kids In Crisis': Funding Slashed For Program Advocating For Kids In Courts

Funding has been slashed by 50 percent for court-appointed advocates — volunteers who become voices for vulnerable children in NY court system.

Social Services Audit Clerk Accused Of 'Brazen' Daycare Shakedown Scheme: DA

The Westchester County employee demanded payments in exchange for issuing reimbursement checks, according to investigators.

2.7 Magnitude Aftershock Shakes The Hudson Valley

The U.S. Geological Survey has confirmed that the rumble you just felt was an aftershock from this weekend's 3.0 magnitude earthquake.

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