Kathy Reakes

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Kathy Reaks has worked as a reporter in the local news business since 1984, starting as a news clerk and working her way up. She spent 17 years at Florida Today in Melbourne, Florida as a general assignment reporter, crime reporter, entertainment reporter and restaurant critic. She worked four years at Hometown News as a general assignment reporter, then another two years at Spacecoast Daily in Cocoa Beach, Florida. She attended Eastern Florida State College in Melbourne, Florida.

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Ravena 39-Year-Old Man Accused Of Possessing Child Porn Ravena 39-Year-Old Man Accused Of Possessing Child Porn
Ravena 39-Year-Old Man Accused Of Possessing Child Porn A Capital District man was busted for allegedly possessing child pornography after State Police received a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Albany resident Christopher Noto, 39, of Ravena, was charged on Friday, Oct. 11, with assistance from the Troop G Computer Crimes Unit, the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce, and the US Department of Homeland Security. According to Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, Noto's arrest followed an investigation and the execution of a search warrant at his home. He was charged with promoting a sexual performance by a child and …
Glenville Woman Involved In Wrong-Way Crash Nabbed For Driving Drunk, Police Say Glenville Woman Involved In Wrong-Way Crash Nabbed For Driving Drunk, Police Say
Glenville Woman Involved In Wrong-Way Crash Nabbed For Driving Drunk, Police Say A Capital Region woman was nabbed for alleged drunk driving and vehicular assault after crashing into another vehicle while driving the wrong way on a busy highway. The incident occurred in Albany at 1 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, on the I-87 Thruway. According to New York State Police Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, troopers charged Schenectady County resident Alexandria M. McCumber, age 29, of Glenville, for driving northbound in the southbound lanes and crashing into another car on I-90 eastbound.  McCumber and the driver of the other vehicle were both extricated and transported to Albany Me…
East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say
East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say An alleged drug dealer in the region was busted after he was caught selling cocaine mixed with fentanyl in connection with a fatal car crash. Dutchess County resident Joseph M. Kundrat, age 32, of East Fishkill, was charged on Monday, Sept. 30, following an investigation by the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force. According to Task Force agent Det. Sgt. Adam Harris, the task force, initiated an investigation into Kundrat after a request from the East Fishkill Police in connection with a fatal auto crash in which cocaine-laced fentanyl was found. Harris said the drive…
Monticello Dunkin' Burglary Suspect Nabbed After Crawling In Drive-Thru Window Monticello Dunkin' Burglary Suspect Nabbed After Crawling In Drive-Thru Window
Monticello Dunkin' Burglary Suspect Nabbed After Crawling In Drive-Thru Window A burglary suspect from the region was nabbed after he was caught on surveillance video crawling through a Dunkin' Donuts drive-thru window. Sullivan County resident Paul A. Ellis, age 38, of Monticello, was charged with burglary and petit larceny on Monday, Oct. 14. According to Monticello Police Lt. Mark Johnstone, an investigation into a Dunkin' burglary at 144 Jefferson St. in Monticello on Thursday, Oct. 10, found that Ellis forced his way through the drive-thru window when the business was closed. Once inside, Johnstone said Ellis stole a cash box containing $200 in cash. Ellis …
Double-Fatal House Fire: Mother, 1-Year-Old Daughter ID'd As Victims In Clinton Double-Fatal House Fire: Mother, 1-Year-Old Daughter ID'd As Victims In Clinton
Double-Fatal House Fire: Mother, 1-Year-Old Daughter ID'd As Victims In Clinton A mother and her 1-year-old daughter were killed in a large house fire in the region that left another child and a man were seriously injured. The blaze broke out in Dutchess County in the town of Clinton at 10:40 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13. According to New York State Police Trooper AJ Hicks, troopers responded to a residential house fire with the East Clinton Fire Department on Clinton Hollow Road in the town of Clinton. Troopers and first responders found the caller outside the residence, who stated two children and their mother were inside the house on the second floor, Hicks said. Hicks…
Clifton Park Man Beats Victim Unconscious, Police Say Clifton Park Man Beats Victim Unconscious, Police Say
Clifton Park Man Beats Victim Unconscious, Police Say A Capital Region man was nabbed for allegedly beating another person unconscious that he did not know. The incident occurred in Saratoga County around 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 11, in Clifton Park. According to New York State Police Trooper Stephanie O'Neil, the victim, suffering from multiple visible injuries, went to the State Police headquarters to report the crime. An investigation determined the victim was in the area of Maxwell Drive when they were allegedly approached by Malik L. Simms, age 19, of Clifton Park, who is unknown to them.  O'Neil said Simms reportedly struck and kic…
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location Fans of the popular authentic Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine Sazon Y Pilon Kitchen now have a second one in the Hudson Valley. The first Sazon is in Rockland County in New City and is well-known with foodies. Online reviewers give five-star reviews for their spicy, flavorful dishes that take diners to the islands. A new Sazon in Stony Point offers the same dishes and service (which reviewers say is excellent) at 32 S Liberty Drive. According to online reviewers, if you are unfamiliar with the cuisine, be adventurous and try something new. Some favorites include the Mofongo, or fri…
Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Tuxedo Park For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Tuxedo Park For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy
Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Tuxedo Park For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy For those looking for ready-made luxury in a home that has been "artfully" restored from top to bottom, an 1887 manor in the Hudson Valley could hit the mark. Known for its architectural detail, the Orange County 12,000-foot estate in Tuxedo Park features three stories that include six bedrooms, five full baths, two half-baths, three staff/guest quarters, and 12 fireplaces, each hand-carved. There are also stained-glass Tiffany windows, a grand Baccarat chandelier, and too many other original luxuries to name, according to Zillow. Named the Breezes, Zillow says the Hudson Valley landmark is…
53-Year-Old Spring Valley Woman Killed In 2-Car Crash In Hudson Valley 53-Year-Old Spring Valley Woman Killed In 2-Car Crash In Hudson Valley
53-Year-Old Spring Valley Woman Killed In 2-Car Crash In Hudson Valley A 53-year-old Hudson Valley woman was killed in a two-car crash. The incident occurred in Rockland County at 9:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 14, at the intersection of New Hempstead Road and Summit Park Road in Ramapo. According to Sgt. Shawn Bakker of the Ramapo Police, responding officers found a 2000 Ford Taurus and a 2007 Honda Accord had crashed. Bakker said that a 69-year-old man and a 53-year-old woman, both residents of Spring Valley, occupied the Ford. Both were transported to Nyack Hospital by Spring Hill Ambulance. The woman was later pronounced dead at the hospital due …
Black Bear Spotted In New City Backyard Black Bear Spotted In New City Backyard
Black Bear Spotted In New City Backyard Police are warning residents to watch for black bears after one was spotted in the backyard of a Hudson Valley home. The bear was spotted in Rockland County around 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, at a home on Simkin Drive in New City. "We want to remind everyone to stay safe and keep a respectful distance from wildlife," the Clarkstown Police Department said. Here are some safety tips if you encounter a black bear: Never feed or approach a bear. Remain calm. Do not run; instead, back away slowly. Make noise to alert the bear to your presence without startling it. Secure your trash and rem…
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