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🌱 How could New Paltz’s surplus police guns policy change after tonight?

New Paltz, New York Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How could New Paltz’s surplus police guns policy change after tonight?
  • How the New Paltz–Kingston Thruway overhaul could affect your commute
  • How Michael Berg’s retirement could reshape Ulster’s social safety net

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Today's riddle: Why can't you play cards with pirates ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Clouds breaking and breezy, with a high of 63 and low of 40 degrees.
  • Friday: Cool with sun and some clouds, temps: high: 58, low: 41.
  • Saturday: Cool with occasional rain, with a high of 58 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Proposal to sell surplus weapons to police officers sparks debate in New Paltz (timesunion.com) — New Paltz officials are weighing a new policy on what to do with surplus police firearms, including destroying some shotguns and possibly selling other out-of-service guns to active officers. Supporters say it’s a common practice, while opponents argue any town-facilitated gun sales pose public safety and mental health risks. The Town Board will debate the proposal at its meeting tonight.
   

• New York Spending Over $600 Million To Repave Thruway (nj1015.com) — Drivers in New Paltz should expect major Thruway construction between Exit 18 and Kingston’s Exit 19, as the state invests $18.9 million to fully overhaul that stretch by fall 2026. It’s part of more than $600 million in Thruway upgrades, including new pavement, bridge joint repairs, and updated signage aimed at improving safety and traffic flow statewide.
   

• Adieu, Michael Berg (hudsonvalleyone.com) — A longtime pillar of Ulster County social services, Family of Woodstock director Michael Berg is preparing to retire while still pushing hard on food security issues discussed at a recent Ulster Corps summit held at SUNY New Paltz. He explains how federal cuts and new SNAP work rules are driving more neighbors to food pantries, and why nonprofits like Family, backed by taxpayer funds, remain essential to keeping vulnerable residents housed and fed.
   

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