Newburgh Jim Witz new service chief at Sunshine Ford
in Newburgh
Sunshine Ford Lincoln Mercury of Newburgh has named
Jim Witz its new service manager. Witz brings 47 years of service
experience, including 10 years experience with Ford.
New Paltz SUNY New Paltz professor receives psychology
award
Dr. Howard Cohen, professor emeritus at SUNY New
Paltz, recently received an award for "distinguished service and contributions"
from the American Board of Professional Psychology. Cohen is a former
chair of the department of psychology at SUNY New Paltz.
Middletown Michael McGrath is new hire at N.A.S. security
systems
Michael McGrath recently joined the sales team of
N.A.S. security systems. McGrath was previously a 20-year member of
the New York City Police Department. He will be evaluating and designing
security and fire systems for N.A.S.
CORRECTION: The phone number for the Hudson Valley Technology
Development Center was incorrect in a 9/3/03 story. The correct number
is 896-6934 ext. 3001. Fishkill Technology Center will host seminar on flow mapping
The Hudson Valley Technology Development Center
will conduct a seminar to teach the techniques of Value Stream Mapping.
VSM is a tool used to create a picture of information flow within
a company. The seminar will be held in the center's main office in
Fishkill Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19 and Dec. 17. For more information,
call 896-6934 ext. 3001.
Poughkeepsie Kangas new marketing chief at Poughkeepsie Grand
Hotel
The Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel recently announced
the appointment of Maureen Kangas to director of marketing. Kangas
was formerly associated with the Holiday Inn of Fishkill and has more
than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
Monticello Recovery Center awards set
for two employees Sept. 12
The Recovery Center of Sullivan County will be presenting
two awards Sept. 12 at the Eagle's Nest Restaurant. Karen Cooke will
receive the Outstanding Citizen award, and Patricia Kizlowski will
receive the Employee of the Year award. For more information, contact
Bonnie at 794-8080.
Poughkeepsie Denise LaForgue is appointed Mothers of Twins
reporter
Denise LaForgue was appointed district reporter
for the National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs, during an
annual convention in May. LaForgue has been a national volunteer for
three years, serving as a representative for The Dutchess County Mothers
of Multiples.
Newburgh Quackenbush completes seminar on appraisals
William Quackenbush, a member of Advent Valuation
Advisors, has completed a three-day seminar on advanced business appraisals,
hosted by the Institute of Business Appraisers. Advent Valuation Advisors,
which is located in Poughkeepsie and Newburgh, provides valuation
services for litigation support, estate and tax and transaction support.
Wawayanda Dennis Ketcham appointed as assessor in Wawayanda
Dennis Ketcham has been appointed Town of Wawayanda
assessor. His appointment was effective July 1. In addition, Ketcham
is currently the assessor for the Town of Mount Hope and the Village
of Otisville.
Coldenham 'Networking Night' event set for Graphic Arts
Association
The Mid-Hudson Graphic Arts Association will host
a networking night Sept. 11 at the Spruce Lodge in Coldenham. The
dinner meeting will provide a way for graphic arts and printing professionals
to establish career contacts. For questions or to make reservations,
contact John Warren at 562-0681.
New Paltz Three win scholarships from Mid-Hudson Credit
Union
Amy Roosa has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship
for SUNY Ulster from the Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Roosa
is pursuing an associate's degree in independent studies.
Brittany Luiso of Wappingers Falls has been awarded
a $500 scholarship for Dutchess Community College.
Peter Parrotta also received a $500 scholarship
from the Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. He attends SUNY Orange.
Middletown Accountant Woody Levitan appointed to committee
Woody Levitan, a certified public accountant and
a partner in the firm of Levitan, Yegidis & Goldstein, has been appointed
co-chair of the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants,
Mid-Hudson Chapter's Committee for Government Relations.
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