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Orange County D.A. Issues Major Update on Interstate Narcotics Investigation
Back in February news broke regarding a large interstate drug investigation carried out by the Orange County Drug Task Force. Investigators and Task Force agents were focused on the sale of cocaine in and around the Town of Wallkill. Investigators had also worked for multiple months prior making their move towards the end of February.
Rookie Hudson Valley K9 Locates Strangling Suspect on First Day
A four-legged member of the Hudson Valley police force tracked down a potentially dangerous suspect on his first day on the job. Police work isn't easy. That's why officers in the Hudson Valley employ every tool possible to help keep the public safe. Technology like drones and radar are helping to give law enforcement the upper hand, but nothing compares to the talents of a trained K9 when it comes to apprehending a suspect on the run.
Harness Racing Museum receives $4,000 from Monticello-Goshen USHWA
Goshen, NY — Opening the Hall of Fame induction ceremonies and industry honors, the Monticello-Goshen Chapter of the United States Harness Writers Association made their annual donation Sunday (July 7) to the Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame. Museum executive committee chairman Larry DeVan and executive director Janet...
Own an Ice Cream Shop in the Hudson Valley’s Smallest Village
An adorable ice cream shop in the tiniest village in the Hudson Valley just went on the market. Is this a sign to change professions?. Have you always dreamed of finally quitting that job and doing something fun with your life? I've always had a fantasy of opening up an ice cream shop. One of my very first jobs was pulling cones at a frozen custard stand and I don't think anything I've ever done since has been half as enjoyable.
Seeking Property Maintenance Contractors and Businesses! Respond to RFP by July 31st
The Town is Thompson Code Enforcement Department has released a request for proposals (RFP) for property maintenance services. Responses are due by July 31st, 2024 and the contracts will be awarded in August. Thompson is seeking local businesses to assist with maintaining properties that have been issued a citation from...
PSP: 13 explosive devices seized during I-80 traffic stop
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say a driver was arrested after a traffic stop seized 13 improvised explosive devices. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on July 5 troopers pulled over a car for code violations on Interstate 80 East in Tobyhanna Township. Police say the driver was suspected to be under the […]
Gabby Hieber of Wallenpaupack Area named to All-State softball team
HAWLEY — Gabby Hieber has been playing organized softball since the age of five, working hard every day to get better at the game she loves. This spring, Hieber helped lead Wallenpaupack Area to a second place finish in Division I of the Lackawanna League and a deep run at the District 2 Class 5A tournament.
90th DREAM GAME: Dunmore's Conte looks to have big impact for City all-star team
DUNMORE — Christopher Conte has a personality as big as he is. When he arrived at Media Night for the 90th Scranton Lions Club Dream Game at John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium, he made it a point to introduce himself to everyone, offered a powerful grip for a handshake and had a smile on his face the entire time.
Honesdale council reminding dog owners to pick up after them
Honesdale Rotary Club has offered to pay for two dog waste containers with bags for Central Park, Councilor James Hamill said in his Parks & Recreation Committee report at the June 20 council meeting. Hamill is also a member of the local Rotary. One container would be at 9th and...
Man Charged With Attempted Murder For Attacking Officer With Vehicle In Barryville Police Say
Paul Gosselin, age 63, of Augusta, Maine, was charged on Tuesday, July 9, for the Tuesday, July 2 incident that occurred in Sullivan County in Barryville. According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, troopers responded to a report of a suspicious person in a vehicle at a business on Route 97 in Barryville.
Florida Man Had 13 'Explosive Devices' In Truck, Troopers Say
A 46-year-old man from Frostproof, Florida was arrested after state police said they found over a dozen improvised explosive devices in his vehicle. The unnamed man was stopped in Tobyhanna on July 5 and "deemed to be under the influence," according to troopers. Authorities obtained a war…
Fallsburg Issues Water Conservation Alert Due to Shortages
For the second consecutive week, the Town of Fallsburg has issued a water conservation notice for certain areas of South Fallsburg, effective until Monday, July 15, 2024. According to Fallsburg officials, a review of the current water supply this morning revealed that the LaVista Drive water tanks are at minimum levels necessary to meet the expected demand this weekend.
New K-9 team arrests alleged domestic assailant
GLEN SPEY – A 24-year-old Glen Spey man is in the Sullivan County Jail on $10,000 bail following his arrest on domestic violence charges. Sullivan County Undersheriff Eric Chaboty said Dylan Campbell was charged with strangulation and assault for allegedly attacking a family member on Thursday, July 11 at around 12:30 a.m.
Lakeside Farmers Market Introduces New Seasonal Items
Jersey Girl Cheese, named after its herd of Jersey cows – not the famous Tom Waits eponymous tune – displayed some of its delicious gourmet homemade fresh and aged cheese at the Lakeside Farmers Market in Greenwood Lake during a hot and humid Saturday when the temperature reached near 90 and the humidity reminded residents of what the summer temperature is like in south Florida.
Several injured; one traumatic arrest in three-vehicle crash
COCHECTON – A three-vehicle pile-up on Sullivan County Route 115 in Cochecton at mid-day today injured several people, according to first responders at the scene. One person was reported in traumatic arrest. Emergency services personnel and police were on the scene tending to the injured and diverting traffic from...
Bushkill Twp. employee dies in riding mower accident
Bushkill Twp. employee dies in riding mower accident. The employee was operating a riding mower at Albert Ponds Preserve along Albert Road on property owned by Bushkill Township Tuesday morning, according to Northampton County Coroner Zach Lysek.
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