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Yankees sign struggling former first-round pick
The Yankees announced that Phil Bickford has rejoined the team on a new Major League contract, and the veteran righty has been selected to the club’s active roster. In the corresponding move, right-hander Michael Tonkin was designated for assignment. Bickford first joined the Yankees on a minor league deal...
Kevin Durant Gets Real On His Hatred Towards The New York Knicks Despite Owning A Patrick Ewing Jersey During His Childhood
Kevin Durant has always had a complex relationship with the New York Knicks. Despite having the opportunity to join the Knicks during the 2019 free agency, Durant chose to sign with their rival, the Brooklyn Nets, disappointing many Knicks fans. The four-time gold medal winner once admired Knicks legend Patrick...
Route 9 Closes in Both Directions Due to Massive Wappingers Fire
All traffic on Route 9 in Dutchess County was brought to a standstill thanks to a devastating fire that took hours to extinguish. On Sunday, sirens could be heard from miles away as several fire departments raced to the scene of a raging fire on Route 9. The blaze ignited at Prime Storage near the DC Sports miniature golf course in Wappingers Falls. The New Hackensack Fire Department was assisted by dozens of other agencies, including over ten other fire departments that were on the scene to help knock down the flames.
Alleged Drug Dealer Arrested Transporting Illegal Narcotics in Dutchess County
The Dutchess County Drug Task Force was once again successful in apprehending another local drug dealer, with this latest arrest happening in the city of Poughkeepsie. Like many of the DCDTF's arrests, this one also came following a long term investigation. Drug Transportation Investigation Details. The Dutchess County Drug Task...
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.
Dutchess County seeks proposals for 2025 youth team sports program funding
POUGHKEEPSIE – Participating in sports teaches children valuable life skills, such as teamwork, discipline and perseverance, while also promoting physical health, building confidence and fostering a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship. With that in mind, the Dutchess County Department of Community and Family Services’ Youth Services Division requests proposals...
Late Goal Pushes Bryant Past Red Foxes, 1-0
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York – Despite outshooting Bryant, Marist women's soccer came up short in its home opener against the Bulldogs,1-0, after conceding a goal in the 68th minute Sunday afternoon inside Tenney Stadium. Junior captain goalkeeper Maddy Catalanotti tallied five saves in the contest. With the loss, Marist fell...
Jayquan Straker Charged In Upscale Cracc Murder
Jayquan Straker, age 35, of Poughkeepsie, has been charged with first- and second-degree murder, first- and second-degree robbery, and criminal possession of a weapon in the Tuesday, June 25 killing of Javier Osorio-Mejia, in SoHo, the NYPD announced. Osorio-Mejia was found having suffered a gunshot wound to the right thigh...
Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others In New York
A doctor is explaining why mosquitoes bite some people more than others. Did you know that mosquitoes are considered the "world's deadliest" creatures. That's according to the CDC. Zika virus, West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) are three viruses spread by these insects that can cause a fatal infection.
AAA: Gas prices are down across the region
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.35 on Monday, August 26, down six cents from last week. One year ago, the price was $3.82. The New York State average is $3.50, down four cents from last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.91.
New York State Dad's 5 Rules For Back To School
The cold and flu season are starting to take over New York State. With back to school approaching from Niagara Falls to Albany, it is time to really remember what your mom and dad taught you about staying healthy through the year.
Rural New York Counties Face Spike in Gun Violence at Start of Deer Hunting Season
A recent study has uncovered a concerning pattern in rural New York and across similar regions: gun violence surges significantly at the beginning of deer hunting season. Research led by Patrick Sharkey from Princeton University highlights a troubling 49% increase in firearm-related injuries and deaths during the first week of the hunting season compared to the week before. This spike persists even after excluding rare hunting accidents from the analysis.
New York State Man Dies After Tree Falls On Him
Police say a New York state man died on his property after a tree fell over on top of him. While the chances of being struck by a falling tree are pretty low, accidents such as this can happen sometimes. Older or diseased trees with cracked branches or exposed roots can pose a risk for falling over on your property. Also, the amount of heavy rain and storms the area has endured this summer can be another big factor with trees weakening.
New York State Fair using reverse ATMs
GEDDES, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — We’ve got an important reminder for fairgoers…it’s cashless. That includes parking. “We have our reverse ATMS here at the main gate. We have two of them. What people can do is with the minimum of $10 cash, they can put their money in,” said Julie LaFave, New York State Fair Director. […]
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