Orange , Dutchess and Ulster counties will get a share of $40.6 million that was awarded to New York's Youth Employment Program for fiscal 2025-26.

Just over $11 million was allocated to the mid-Hudson region.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the program aims to help reduce community gun violence and reduce the involvement of youth in the criminal justice system.

That is done by providing year-round employment and training opportunities to at-risk youth in parts of the state outside New York City most impacted by gun violence.

How much money mid-Hudson counties will receive

Orange County will receive $2,694,230, Dutchess County will receive $892,230 and Ulster County will receive $742,386.

"The Youth Employment Program is a key part of our comprehensive approach to drive down

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