Pine Plains

Following his success last year with his literary debut, “Brass Buttons, Blue Coat,” local author George Koch was at a book signing at the Pine Plains Free Library for his second book, “Visits and Observations,” on Saturday, June 23. A continuation of his first book, Koch’s latest work features 25 short stories that stem from his career with the New York City Police Department. In addition to signing copies of his new book, Koch was available to sign copies of “Brass Buttons, Blue Coat.”

PINE PLAINS — The Stissing Mountain High School Class of 2018 took the time to reflect on its journey in the Pine Plains Central School District during graduation, on Saturday, June 23.
Beginning at 10 a.m., this year’s graduation was held in the Stissing Mountain Junior/Senior High School auditorium. Savoring their final moments as students in the Pine Plains school district, the graduating class entered the auditorium in two lines to the proud melody of “Ceremonial March.”

PINE PLAINS — As an early summer shower began sprinkling down outside, the Pine Plains Lions Club Pavilion was packed with local seniors who came out to enjoy a fun afternoon on Wednesday, June 13, as part of the Dutchess County Office for the Aging Senior Picnic Program. Beginning at noon, the senior picnic was open to residents from the towns of Pine Plains, North East, Washington and Stanford and the villages of Millbrook and Millerton. 

PINE PLAINS — Come Saturday, June 23, Stissing Mountain Junior/High School seniors Tessa Kilmer and Emma Krasinski will be leading this year’s graduating class as valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively.
In recognizing the unique experiences offered to students in the Pine Plains Central School District, both students made  their time in the district worthwhile. Over the last few years, they’ve learned to challenge themselves by stepping out of their comfort zones and getting involved with the programs their school district has to offer.