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Patch PM is a roundup of some of the most-read articles from around the Hudson Valley.
Patch PM is a roundup of some of the most-read articles from around the Hudson Valley. (Patch graphic)

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

DEC, Land Trust Announce Appalachian Trail Protection In The HV

The new Grape Hollow State Forest will provide wildlife habitat protection and a larger buffer for the trail corridor in Dutchess County.

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First West Nile-Infected Mosquitoes Of The Season Found In Westchester

Batches of mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus were found in Croton, White Plains, Rye, Mount Vernon, and Yonkers, health officials said.

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World's Largest Rubber Duck Floating Back To Playland Beach Again

Get ready for a photo op with the 61-foot-high "Mama Duck" and her 10-foot-high "Baby Duckling" splashing down in Rye soon.


A Summer Swim Across The LI Sound Makes Ripples To Last A Lifetime

Would you swim across the sea to save a life? Participants in the 32nd annual Swim Across America LI Sound open water swim did just that.


Homeowners Find Hidden Camera Installed On Their Scarsdale Property

Utilizing cameras has become a tactic by theft rings nationwide to monitor opportunities to burglarize homes, police said.


Accused Gilgo Beach Killer 'A Suspect' In 7th Murder: DA

Accused Gilgo Beach killer Rex Heuermann's estranged wife brought their emotional support dog, Stewie, to court Tuesday.


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