Gov. Hochul Tours Downtown Middletown
On North Street, the governor visited several shops and eateries, including Dayes Coffee Roasters, The Taco Factory, and Mister Croissant Bakery & Cafe.
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Gov. Hochul Tours Downtown Middletown
ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y.—Gov. Kathy Hochul took a walking tour of Middletown's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) area on Aug. 11, accompanied by Mayor Joseph DeStefano and Common Council President J. Miguel Rodrigues. On North Street, the governor visited several shops and eateries, including Dayes Coffee Roasters, The Taco Factory, and Mister Croissant Bakery & Cafe.
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Why Hochul won't back Mamdani in NYC mayoral race
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