Arlington Area: Black Bear Sighting
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<p>The Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department advises residents of a black bear in the Arlington area of the Town. The bear had been sighted in the pre-dawn hours near the Holy Trinity Church by Raymond Avenue and Main Street. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) recommends reducing food sources outside by cleaning barbeque grills after use, removing bird feeders, and not leaving pet food outside. Garbage cans should be kept inside a secure area if possible and placed outside the morning of pick up, rather than the night before.</p>
<p>Residents are urged not to approach or spook the bear. You can report bear sightings or activity to the New Paltz DEC Office at 845-256-3098, or if there is an immediate emergency, contact the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department at 845-485-3666 or by dialing 911.</p>
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Address/Location
Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department
19 Tucker Dr
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 845-485-3666