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Driver Critical Following 3-Vehicle Wallkill Crash
The collision occurred in Orange County around 12:16 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, on Route 211 West in Wallkill. According to Lt. Robert McLymore of the Wallkill Police, officers arrived to investigate the crash and found that one driver of a motorcycle was suffering from serious injuries. He was rushed to...
Weekly Rec: Flash Sketch Mob Reveal, Readings at River Hook, Silent Film with Live Music From the Alexandres, Music on the Hudson, Demme Honors Dawson, Summer of Soul Sunday in Nyack
Flash Sketch Mob Reveal and Hopper B’Day Concert with Night Hawk. Busy weekend at the Edward Hopper Museum and Study Center. Two weekends of plein air art making, walking tours and workshops and bike ride from the Whitney Museum ends on Sunday at 3:00pm in the garden with the reveal of the art of the Flash Sketch Mob. Thanks to all who participated and we will see you next year!
Two local breweries team up for Summerfest this Sunday in Milton
Get ready to raise your glasses and your spirits at this collaborative event between King’s Court Brewing Company (from Poughkeepsie) and Locust Grove Brewing Company. Cups shall runneth over with craft beer, cider, and wine. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Hudson River, the festival will feature a Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck and live music to keep the good vibes rolling. If you can’t make this one, you could always drop by for line dancing on first Fridays. Visit locustgrovebrewco.com for more.
Aaron David Gleason Releases New Single 'The Universe is Loud' With Pleasantville Band
Pleasantville is the electrifying new band created by indie rocker and Pleasantville, NY resident, Aaron David Gleason. On the band’s forthcoming album THESE EMBERS, Aaron coos, wrestles and barks a set of nine new existential crises set to song. Joined by singer/song writer, Emma Freeman, the two create a moody, but pop sound backed by a hydra of folk tones.
Elderly Couple in Poughkeepsie Awoken to Man Robbing Their House
A man has been arrested after police in Poughkeepsie, New York caught him in the act of robbing the house of an elderly couple while they were inside sleeping. A night of sleep took a scary turn for an elderly couple in Poughkeepsie, NY this week as they were awoken to find that someone was inside their house robbing them. Most of us can agree that something like this is what many of us have nightmares about and according to the town of Poughkeepsie Police, that nightmare became reality for one area couple.
Orange County Fair open in Middletown: This year's new attractions, ticket prices
MIDDLETOWN - The Orange County Fair opened Thursday for its 184th annual edition, and it will continue every day through July 28. The fair, at 239 Wisner Ave. in Middletown, is open weekdays from 4-11 p.m. and from 1-11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Among the featured attractions is the Anastasini Circus, with...
Police commissioner job on hold for now in City of Newburgh
NEWBURGH – The police department in the City of Newburgh has had a chief and commissioner in the last two years, but with the recent resignation of Commissioner Jose Gomerez, the city has been reassessing the need for both positions. During a discussion at Thursday night’s city council meeting,...
Fox Lane Graduate’s Award-Winning Film Hits Close to Home
Before he finished producing his first award-winning film in May, new Fox Lane High School graduate Sam Griff had a keen sense of place. Griff grew up in Bedford and could easily relate to his surroundings, so producing an historical documentary about the local Wood Family of Croton Lake Road was well within his grasp.
Major Update In 20-Year-Old Upstate New York Cold Case
The alleged "vicious killer" of a missing Hudson Valley woman is one step closer to going to trial. Megan McDonald, an NYPD detective's daughter, was killed in 2023. Her alleged killer wasn't arrested until 2023. Wallkill Resident Murdered In 2003. In late April 2023, Edward Holley was charged with murder...
Lightning Strike Sparks Blaze At Historic Abbey Inn In Peekskill
The blaze began in Peekskill on Wednesday, July 17 just after 4:15 p.m. when lightning from a passing thunderstorm struck the Abbey Inn & Spa at 900 Fort Hill Rd., according to the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department, which helped respond to the incident. Arriving fire crews raced to the...
‘My Property, My Trees’: New Tree-Cutting Law Divides N.Y. Town
When Robert Herbst returned to his hometown about 30 miles north of New York City in 1992, he wanted his children to be immersed in the lush greenery of his childhood. But over the decades, he noticed more trees coming down to make way for bigger houses.
Man Accused Of Robbing Victim With Machete, Running From Officers In New Rochelle
The events leading to the man's arrest began on Wednesday, July 3, when 51-year-old Tyrone McGhee of New Rochelle allegedly robbed a victim at 111 Lockwood Ave., according to New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne. McGhee allegedly used a machete to threaten the victim during the robbery, Coyne said.
J. Michael Cline Dies In Fall From Midtown Manhattan Hotel Suite; Fandango Founder Was 64
J. Michael Cline, a founding investor and former chairman of online ticketing service Fandango, died Tuesday after falling from the window of a high-rise hotel in midtown Manhattan. Hollywood & Media Deaths In 2024: Photo Gallery & Obituaries The New York Post had the news first. The NYPD confirmed to Deadline that a man of that name and age, 64, fell from the Kimberly Hotel at 145 East 50th. Reports said he died by suicide and left a note. Cline was a managing partner at Accretive, which funds start-up companies, and the executive chairman of Juxtapose, which has a similar...
Lil Kim & Antonio Brown Lock Lips During Wild Night Out
It looks like things could be heating up between Lil Kim and Antonio Brown. Lil Kim and Antonio Brown recently linked up for an NYC yacht party, and needless to say, things got steamy. Throughout the evening, the two of them were spotted getting handsy, kissing, and more. They appeared to sit next to each other in a VIP section at the event, hosted by music manager Big Fendi.
5 Tornadoes Hit NY During Round Of Severe Storms, With 1 Fatality Reported
The time frame for the twisters on Tuesday afternoon, July 16, was from 3 p.m. to around 5:30 p.m. Four of the five were rated an EF-1 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, the second-weakest of the six levels. They were identified at:. Canastota, Madison County - EF-1, from 3 p.m....
Historic, Deadly Weather In New York State After Ominous Warning
Rounds of severe storms hit the New York State after an ominous warning. On Tuesday, after a few tornados already touched down in New York, Gov. Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency and warned of more severe weather. State of Emergency Issued For New York. “With possible tornado touchdowns...
ALERT: These Campsites In New York State Have CLOSED
The recent storms that pounded portions of New York State have lead to officials closing various campsites. The summer storms that raged through the last few days left a line of destruction behind. As residents cleanup and, in some cases, start to rebuild their homes, the weather is starting to become more enjoyable with less humidity and sunny skies.
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