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$11 Million Boost for Youth Employment Amid Violence

8/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Five Mid-Hudson counties received $11 million for the Youth Employment Program to combat community violence and youth crime.
The program offers year-round employment and training for at-risk youth impacted by gun violence.
Funding breakdown: Dutchess County
$892,230; Orange County
$2.7 million; Rockland County
$2.8 million; Ulster County
$742,386; Westchester County
$3.9 million.
Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted public safety and youth investment as essential priorities.

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Story summary

Five Mid-Hudson counties received $11 million for the Youth Employment Program to combat community violence and youth crime.
The program offers year-round employment and training for at-risk youth impacted by gun violence.
Funding breakdown: Dutchess County
$892,230; Orange County
$2.7 million; Rockland County
$2.8 million; Ulster County
$742,386; Westchester County
$3.9 million.
Governor Kathy Hochul highlighted public safety and youth investment as essential priorities.