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Fishkill, New York Launches ‘Are You Ok’ Initiative
In an effort to provide an additional sense of security for their residents, one Dutchess County town has implemented what they are calling a 'telephone reassurance program' to touch base with members of the community. Welfare Check Program Implemented in Fishkill, NY. There's been an overwhelmingly positive response from community...
Woman injured in Sparkill shooting on Saturday
SPARKILL – A woman was injured after being shot on Saturday in Rockland County. According to the Orangetown Police Department, officers responded to the area of Edward Street and The Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail in Sparkill at about 12:40 p.m. for a report of an unconscious female. It was determined that the unconscious female suffered from a single gunshot wound. The unidentified woman was transported to Westchester Medical Center for further medical treatment.
Closing Time: Beloved Hudson Valley Movie Theater Forced To Close
It's the end of an era, the only movie theater in one Hudson Valley hometown is closing. In May, Hudson Valley Post reported on a puzzling plan that would transform the theater into something the area has far too many of. Changes For Showtime Cinemas In Newburgh, New York?. During...
Two Men Allegedly Lead Police on High Speed Chase Through Sullivan and Orange
New York State Police said that they pursued two suspects from Westchester County, that lead them on a high speed chase that took them through two counties. The chase took police on two of the areas busier state routes, and then ended with a crash on the New York Thruway.
35th annual Newburgh International Festival set for Labor Day weekend
NEWBURGH – The 35th annual City of Newburgh International Festival will take place over Labor Day Weekend, Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2 at Delano-Hitch Recreation Park, 401 Washington Street. The end of summer celebration will include food, games, rides, and a fireworks show on Sunday, September 1....
Army Dominates Day 1 of Armed Forces Men’s Rugby
GLENDALE, Colo. – — The 2024 Armed Forces Men’s Rugby championship began its first of three-day competition today with Army dominating and Air Force a close contender. Coast Guard opened the competition with a 28-17 win over Navy. Lt. Joseph Rizzardi of St. Petersburg, Florida scored two...
Kingston Father and Daughter Arrested for Stealing Over $280,000 from Elderly Victim
Indictments Announced by New York State Attorney General. In a disturbing case of exploitation, Kingston resident Frank Whittaker, 56, and his daughter Christine Ellsworth, 38, of Accord, have been indicted and arrested for allegedly embezzling over $280,000 from a vulnerable elderly individual in Ulster County. New York State Attorney General Letitia James announced the arrests on August 13, 2024.
N.J. man charged with attempted murder in July shooting, authorities say
Authorities in Passaic County have made an arrest in a July shooting that left a 43-year-old woman with injuries, Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announced Saturday. Angelo Jimenez, 23, of Elizabeth was arrested Friday and charged with first-degree attempted murder and second-degree weapons offenses from a July 21 shooting...
Water Fluoridation Resumes in Somers
SOMERS, N.Y. - Fluoridation of the water supply in Somers and Yorktown has resumed after a seven-year-long hiatus, the town announced recently. Northern Westchester Joint Water Works (NWJWW) notified residents earlier this summer that it planned to start up the process again in July. That had to be postponed until mid-August because of technical difficulties.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER NWJWW is the entity that provides operation and maintenance services of water treatment plants for its municipal members: Somers, Yorktown, Cortlandt, and the Montrose Improvement District. The facility on Route 35 in Somers processes water from...
SOLD: New Owners at Dutchess Recreational Vehicles in Poughkeepsie
One of the Hudson Valley's biggest names in powersports has officially been sold. If you're the type of person who loves the outdoors and enjoys zipping around on anything with a motor you've probably spent some time browsing or shopping at one of the Hudson Valley's biggest names in powersports.
Phones to be locked up at Poughkeepsie Middle School this year
POUGHKEEPSIE – Last school year, the Poughkeepsie High School began using Yondr pouches to isolate student cell phones during the day, with great success. Beginning in September, Poughkeepsie Middle School students will no longer have their phones with them during the day. “With their cell phones locked away through...
Pizza place celebrates milestone in Poughkeepsie (VIDEO)
POUGHKEEPSIE – Poughkeepsie honored an anchor of the city’s economy this weekend by celebrating the 30th anniversary of Emiliano’s Pizza on Main Street. The thriving pizzeria has been producing pizzas and Italian entrees for the community since 1994 and has experienced the ups and downs of the city that Emiliano Guerriero, one of the owners, describes as a “roller coaster”.
A lone fawn might not need your help – leave it alone
HUDSON VALLEY – A White-tailed fawn, approximately 10 weeks old, was a cause of unnecessary concern for Poughkeepsie residents who were concerned for the deer’s safety last week. Professional dog-walker Joe Wallace found the still-spotted fawn at the base of College Hill Park, very close to North Clinton Street. Wallace attempted to provide unnecessary care for the animal, resulting in the deer becoming stressed and delivering a hoof to the chin of Wallace.
Poughkeepsie Man Arrested in Connection with Fatal Manhattan Shooting
MANHATTAN, N.Y. — A Poughkeepsie man has been charged with multiple counts, including first-degree murder, following a fatal shooting in Manhattan earlier this summer. Jayquan Straker, 35, of 22 Styvestandt…
Alexa Lignelli finished first and second in Old Salem Two-Phase Special
NORTH SALEM, N.Y.--Alexa Elle Lignelli of New York, N.Y., finished first and second on Helium and Cinderella in the Open Jumper 1.30/1.40m Two-Phase Special on Friday, Aug. 23 at the Old Salem Farm Summer Jumper Classic CSI2*. Lignelli beat a starting field of 38 over a course designed by Oscar...
Police say no danger to public after 3 women shot outside restaurant in Central Nyack
CENTRAL NYACK — Three women suffered non-fatal gunshot wounds early Saturday in the parking lot outside a Route 59 restaurant, including one female taken to the hospital with a stomach wound, Clarkstown police said. Police are investigating the shootings before 3 a.m. outside CY's Restaurant and Lounge. The business is located at 37...
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