Feldman, Kleidman, Collins & Sappe LLP Announces Addition of Jordan M. Gwynn
Feldman, Kleidman, Collins & Sappe LLP (FKC&S), a leadingpersonal injury and medical malpractice law firm in the Hudson Valley, has announced that Jordan M. Gwynn of Fishkill, NY has joined the team as an associate attorney. For more than 40 years, FKC&S has represented clients in complex matters in state and federal courts throughout the Hudson Valley and Capital Region. “Jordan brings a strong litigation background and a thoughtful, disciplined approach to his work,” said Jeffrey M. Feldman, founding
Tompkins Community Bank Announces Community Banking Division Leadership Transition
Marking a leadership transition within its community banking division in the Hudson Valley, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) announced that Carol Schmitz, senior vice president and community banking manager, will retire after 24 years of service to the company. In anticipation of Schmitz’s retirement in April 2026, Tompkins also announced that Kristen O’Keeffe, currently community banking operations manager, will be stepping into the role of community banking division manager for the Hudson Valley
Tompkins Community Bank Names Phil Quintana President-Elect; Quintana succeeds John McKenna, Who Will Retire in July 2026
ITHACA, NY - Tompkins Financial Corporation (NYSE American: TMP) Tompkins Financial Corp. today announced that Phillip M. Quintana has been appointed President-Elect of Tompkins Community Bank, effective immediately. He will succeed John McKenna, who will retire as President of Tompkins Community Bank in July 2026 after seventeen years of service. Quintana brings more than 27 years of banking leadership experience across the Mid Atlantic, North Texas, Southeast Florida, and Long Island. His background
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Impact PR & Communications Founder and CEO Filomena Fanelli to be Inducted into the Dutchess Community College Alumni Hall of Fame
In recognition of her exceptional professional achievement, leadership in her field and meaningful community contributions, the Dutchess Community College Foundation will induct Filomena Fanelli, founder and CEO of Impact PR & Communications, into its prestigious Alumni Hall of Fame. Fanelli will be formally recognized at the Foundation’s annual Our Community’s Bridge to the Future Gala, on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at The Grandview in Poughkeepsie, New York. The event honors and celebrates alumni and
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A Sweet Arrival: Fruition Chocolate Works to Open at Eastdale Village in Poughkeepsie
Fruition Chocolate Works (Fruition), the region’s premier specialty chocolate maker, will bring its award-winning product to the east side of the Hudson River with a second location at Eastdale Village Town Center in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. The new location will offer an immersive experience for learning and tasting the world of high-quality chocolate, featuring confections crafted at its flagship Shokan, N.Y. store by master chocolatier and co-owner, Bryan Graham. The grand opening celebration will take place
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Feldman, Kleidman, Collins & Sappe LLP Recognized in 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms®
Hudson Valley, NY law firm Feldman, Kleidman, Collins & Sappe LLP (FKC&S) has earned recognition in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms, receiving Metropolitan Tier 1 rankings in White Plains, NY, for both Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants and Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants. Serving clients throughout the Hudson Valley and Capital District for more than 39 years, FKC&S has been honored by Best Law Firms every year since its First Edition in 2010.“This achievement underscores our team’s
News Release: 10/28/2025
Dear Colleagues at DCRCOC My sixth book, published by Shanti Arts is ready today. - just in time for the holidays! Makes a nice gift. COLORSCAPES is out! Here are links where you can find it: https://poetleewoodman.com/books/colorscapes/ Enjoy the refreshed website too!https://www.poetleewoodman.com Thank you for welcoming me to the Chamber! Best, Lee
Destination Dutchess Launches “Commander in Cheers” Beers Program
Destination Dutchess announced the launch of its new initiative, Commander in Cheers Beers, at a special event, October 27, 2025 at Zeus Brewing Company in the city of Poughkeepsie. The program offers craft beer lovers, history buffs and visitors the chance to raise a pint and learn more about Dutchess’ important role in the birth of our nation as the country prepares for its 250th anniversary. Four craft breweries in Dutchess County are releasing limited-edition beer cans inspired by America’s
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Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Improved Third Quarter Financial Results
Tompkins Financial Corporation ("Tompkins" or the "Company") reported diluted earnings per share of $1.65 for the third quarter of 2025, up 10.0% from the immediate prior quarter, and up 26.9% from the diluted earnings per share of $1.30 reported for the third quarter of 2024. Net income for the third quarter of 2025 was $23.7 million, up $2.2 million, or 10.3%, compared to the second quarter of 2025, and up $5.0 million, or 27.0%, when compared to the third quarter of 2024. For the nine months ended
Impact PR & Communications Named the Nation’s #1 PR Agency in CommPRO’s Influential Industry Ranking
Impact PR & Communications, Ltd. (IPR&C), an award-winning public relations and marketing agency based in New York’s Hudson Valley, has been ranked the #1 PR and communications firm in the United States. Released in September 2025, the August 2025 The Top 10 US Public Relations and Communications Companies list produced by CommPRO is calculated by evaluating firms through a weighted analysis of key indicators from businesses seeking communications partners using CommunicationsMatch™ agency search
Tompkins Community Bank Appoints New Branch Manager to Lead Mahopac Branch
Reinforcing its promise to deliver trusted financial guidance and personal service, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) has named Tyreik Brown as a new branch manager of its Mahopac branch. With eight years of industry experience and deep knowledge of banking operations, lending and loan processing, Brown will be responsible for driving business growth, overseeing branch operations, and strengthening relationships with clients and the community.“Tyreik brings a strong leadership ethos and a customer-first
A Breath of Fresh Air: The Yoga House Opens its Doors in Poughkeepsie
After nearly a year of anticipation and ground-up construction, The Yoga House, an award-winning yoga studio owned and operated by Amy Reed and Joyce San Pedro, will open its third location – and first in Dutchess County – on Saturday, September 6, at 2623 South Road (Route 9) in Poughkeepsie. The Hudson Valley community is invited to celebrate the studio’s new beginnings, meet founders Amy and Joyce and sample The Yoga House’s inclusive and uplifting offerings during a weekend-long grand opening, including
Impact PR & Communications Named Agency of Record for Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands
Impact PR & Communications, Ltd. (IPR&C), an award-winning public relations and marketing agency, today announced the addition of an exciting new client to its roster: Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI).The team is tasked with executing a strategic public relations campaign for the nonprofit, which is the largest charitable organization in the Virgin Islands, to support its mission of connecting people and resources with community needs. The announcement marks both IPR&C’s first
Tompkins Financial Corporation Reports Improved Second Quarter Financial Results
Tompkins Financial Corporation ("Tompkins" or the "Company") reported diluted earnings per share of $1.50 for the second quarter of 2025, up 9.5% from the immediate prior quarter, and up 36.4% from the diluted earnings per share of $1.10 reported for the second quarter of 2024. Net income for the second quarter of 2025 was $21.5 million, up $1.8 million, or 9.1%, compared to the first quarter of 2025, and up $5.8 million, or 36.9%, when compared to the second quarter of 2024. For the six months ended
Let’s Roll: Dutchess Roots Opens in Town of Poughkeepsie
Dutchess Roots, the Town of Poughkeepsie’s first and only dispensary, officially opened its doors at 2615 South Road (Route 9) in South Road Crossing. Marking the milestone with a grand opening celebration from 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 28, Dutchess Roots will welcome customers, neighbors and local leaders to experience a new standard in cannabis dispensaries. The grand opening celebration will invite guests into a thoughtfully designed, customer-focused space that showcases over 450 cannabis products,
Sarah Jones-Maturo Appointed to Tompkins Market-Based Board for the Hudson Valley
Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins)has appointed Sarah Jones-Maturo to its Hudson Valley market-based board. Jones-Maturo, president and broker of record for RM Friedland LLC, the largest privately held commercial real estate brokerage and consulting company headquartered in New York’s Westchester County, brings over a decade of leadership experience to her new role. “Sarah’s deep roots in the Westchester community make her an ideal addition to our board,” said David DeMilia, president of Tompkins’ Hudson
Tompkins Community Bank Welcomes Todd Lake as Business Development Officer
Demonstrating its commitment to growing its business and expanding its offerings in the Hudson Valley, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) has welcomed Todd Lake as its newest business development officer. Before joining Tompkins, Lake, who has worked in the financial industry for nearly two decades, oversaw the business development of Brightbox Capital. He will be responsible for generating new business, focused on Tompkins’ footprint in Dutchess County.“Todd has an expansive background in business
Tompkins Financial Corporation Elects Members to Board of Directors
Tompkins Financial Corporation (Tompkins) has announced the election of a new board chair and two first-time members to its board of directors. Daniel Fessenden, who has served on the boards of Tompkins Financial Corporation, Tompkins Community Bank and our Central New York market based board, has been elected chair of the Tompkins Financial Corporation board. Heidi Davidson, who currently serves on our Hudson Valley market-based board, and Helen Eaton, who currently serves on our Pennsylvania market-based
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Millbrook Winery Uncorks the Celebration of the Season: Tocai Friulano Release Party
Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, the Hudson Valley’s flagship winery, invites wine lovers to celebrate la dolce vita – Hudson Valley style! On Saturday, May 31, 2025, at 12:00 PM, guests will raise a glass to the highly anticipated new release of Tocai Friulano. This fresh vintage, crafted from estate-grown grapes harvest in 2024, and crafted for your glass in 2025, will be available for tasting alongside Italian cuisine from Cosimo’s. “This distinctive white wine with Italian roots has a proud place in
Bernie Williams Returns to Millbrook Vineyards & Winery for Fourth Annual Summer Jazz Concert
Celebrating music, wine and the Dutchess County community, Millbrook Vineyards & Winery (Millbrook Winery) will host former New York Yankee centerfielder and jazz musician, Bernie Williams and his Band of Friends, for its fourth annual summer jazz concert overlooking the vineyard on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 6 PM with the lawn and food trucks opening at 4 PM.As part of a shared commitment to music education and supporting future musicians, Williams and Millbrook Winery will donate $10 from every concert
Tompkins Community Bank Bolsters Employee Experience, Welcomes Gina Benedict
Demonstrating its commitment to providing an exceptional employee experience, Tompkins Community Bank (Tompkins) welcomed Gina Benedict as vice president and employee experience manager. Benedict, who has worked in professional services and human resources for nearly three decades, will oversee Tompkins’ employee experience team, developing and implementing strategies that enhance the bank’s overall work culture. “As a community-focused institution, we recognize that our workplace is a community of its
John Hettinger Named President of Kirchhoff; Joseph Kirchhoff to Remain Chairman
Aligning with the firm’s growth plans, Joseph Kirchhoff, founder of Kirchhoff, the Hudson Valley-based real estate principal investment firm and the operating company behind Eastdale Village in Poughkeepsie and other successful ventures around the country, announced that John Hettinger has assumed the role of President. With this change in leadership, Joseph Kirchhoff will retain his role as Chairman. Commenting on Mr. Hettinger’s new role, Mr. Kirchhoff said: “Over the past twelve years, John Hettinger
Tompkins Financial Advisors Expands Leadership Team
Demonstrating its commitment to providing exceptional services to clients, Tompkins Financial Advisors (Tompkins) has hired Brendan Fuller as director of financial planning. Fuller will deliver comprehensive advice to clients through thoughtful analysis of their complete financial picture. Fuller will also oversee advanced planning strategies including trust implementation, tax planning and complex estate modelling as well as the building and development of Tompkins’ financial planning team.“Brendan’s
Millbrook Winery Revives Popular “Vine to Wine” Boot Camp for Milestone 40th Year
Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, the Hudson Valley’s flagship winery, is once again inviting wine lovers to roll up their sleeves and experience the winemaking process firsthand with its exclusive “Vine to Wine” Boot Camp. This immersive, eight-part series runs from April through October, offering participants a rare opportunity to work directly with the vineyard’s renowned winemaking team. Led by Ian Bearup, Millbrook’s head winemaker and vice president of winemaking and vineyard operations, boot camp
Stepping Into Leadership: Kayla Hannemann of Impact PR Named To PRSA – Westchester/Fairfield Board
Demonstrating her commitment to professional development among her industry peers, Kayla Hannemann, account executive at public relations and marketing firm Impact PR & Communications, Ltd., has been elected secretary and treasurer of the board of the Public Relations Society of America’s (PRSA) Westchester/Fairfield chapter. PRSA is the nation’s largest community of public relations and communications professionals, committed to advancing the field of public relations. The newly elected leaders,
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Eastdale Village Announces Addition of Lola’s Café
EASTDALE VILLAGE ANNOUNCES ADDITION OF LOLA’S CAFÉ Beloved Hudson Valley Eatery Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Third Location to Open in 2026 As Eastdale Village, the Hudson Valley’s first live-work-play community, continues to grow and expand, it is poised to welcome another exciting addition: a third location of the beloved Lola’s Café, on the heels of the restaurant’s 20-year anniversary. At 6,000 square feet, the new location will serve as the eatery’s largest to date, thoughtfully designed
Award-Winning Design: Eastdale Village Earns Prestigious Honor from The Urban Guild
GUILD-ED EXCELLENCE… Eastdale Village Town Center (Eastdale) located in the Town of Poughkeepsie, was recently lauded for its outstanding design and community impact. Kirchhoffand Union Studios received a coveted 2024 Urban Guild Design Excellence Award from The Urban Guild for bringing the Eastdale vision to life. The award recognized Eastdale for its exemplary success integrating planning principals and the mission of The Urban Guild. “Eastdale successfully combines timeless design with a vibrant
