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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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Update: Missing Danbury Woman Found Safe, Suffering From Exposure To Weather, Police Say Update: Missing Danbury Woman Found Safe, Suffering From Exposure To Weather, Police Say
Update: Missing Danbury Woman Found Safe, Suffering From Exposure To Weather, Police Say A Fairfield County elderly woman who was missing has been found safe. Earlier report: Have You Seen Her? Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Danbury Woman A special alert was issued and a search was underway for the woman who was reported missing from Danbury and was in need of medical care. According to Capt. Mark Williams of the Danbury Police, the woman, whose name was not released, was found around 12 p.m. on. Wednesday, Nov. 29. Willams said the woman was suffering from exposure to the weather and was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Greenwich Police Looking For Walkers, Joggers Who May Have Been 'Inappropriately' Touched Greenwich Police Looking For Walkers, Joggers Who May Have Been 'Inappropriately' Touched
Greenwich Police Looking For Walkers, Joggers Who May Have Been 'Inappropriately' Touched A Fairfield County police agency is asking residents if they have been harassed or "inappropriately" touched while walking or jogging. The Greenwich Police Department is looking for information from residents over the past year who may have been approached, said Lt. Patrick Smyth of the Greenwich Police. Smyth said there were no current cases of this happening, but did not provide additional information.  If you have been approached or touched, please contact the department's tip line at 203-622-3333 or email- TIPS@greenwichct.org, for a callback.  This is a developing stor…
3 Nabbed With Drugs, Gun At Inn Monticello, Police Say 3 Nabbed With Drugs, Gun At Inn Monticello, Police Say
3 Nabbed With Drugs, Gun At Inn Monticello, Police Say Three men were charged with various drug possession charges following a warrants raid on an inn in the region. The warrants search occurred in Sullivan County in Monticello at the Monticello Inn around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 28. The first search warrant was executed in room 218 where deputies arrested Jacob McCoy, aka “Scar”, age 50, of the Bronx.  McCoy, who is a 3-time felony offender, was found to be in possession of a quantity of crack cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl, said Undersheriff Eric Chaboty of the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office. He was charged with several counts of f…
Former Milford Police Officer Charged With Stealing $184K From PBA, Cops Say Former Milford Police Officer Charged With Stealing $184K From PBA, Cops Say
Former Milford Police Officer Charged With Stealing $184K From PBA, Cops Say A former Connecticut police sergeant has been charged with allegedly stealing more than $184,000 from a Police Benevolent Association.  New Haven County resident Peter Parks, 42, of Milford was arrested on Monday, Nov. 27 for the theft over a period of several years from the Milford PBA, Milford Police said. Parks, who served as president of the non-profit organization, resigned from the department when a termination hearing was scheduled after an internal affairs investigation found evidence that he had stolen the money, the department said. Hired in 2004 by Milford Police, Parks was…
Duo Wanted In Shelton Armed Robbery, Assault Nabbed, Police Say Duo Wanted In Shelton Armed Robbery, Assault Nabbed, Police Say
Duo Wanted In Shelton Armed Robbery, Assault Nabbed, Police Say Two men were nabbed in connection with an armed robbery and assault in Fairfield County. Bridgeport resident Ashan Langston, age 22, and New Haven County resident Jalen Bolton, age 21, of Waterbury, were charged for the Monday, Nov. 27 incident in Shelton. The arrests stem from an armed robbery and assault that occurred around 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Parking lot, said Det. Christopher Nugent of the Shelton Police. The victim came to the Shelton Police Department to report that he was robbed at gunpoint, but managed to fight off three attackers and get the license plate of the …
Have You Seen Her? Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Danbury Woman Have You Seen Her? Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Danbury Woman
Have You Seen Her? Police Asking For Help Finding Missing Danbury Woman Updated story: Missing CT Woman Found Safe, Suffering From Exposure To Weather, Police Say Police in Fairfield County are asking the public for help finding a missing elderly woman. Danbury Police said the 65-year-old woman, whose name was not provided, is at risk, and you may see officers searching in your area.  She was last seen wearing a black jacket with a brown fur hood, a beanie with a white stripe, white sneakers, and grey sweatpants.  Please check any outbuildings or security cameras you may have.  Report any information to 911 or the Danbury Police at 203- 797-…
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening New City Location Foodies who love a nice hot salty pretzel will be happy to know that a Philly Pretzel Factory is opening a new location in the Hudson Valley. Bringing the pretzel shop to Rockland County is the brainchild of two friends, Rob O'Malley and Bobby Miller who have been looking for a new career that would be fun as well as tasty. Located in New City at 98 S Main St., the new shop is just waiting for final inspections so they can throw open their doors, the duo said. Both men have been living in the New City area for the past 25 years and say they are looking forward to becoming more involved in …
Traffic Alert: Law Enforcement Activities To Close Busy Rockland County Roadway Traffic Alert: Law Enforcement Activities To Close Busy Rockland County Roadway
Traffic Alert: Law Enforcement Activities To Close Busy Rockland County Roadway Law enforcement activities are slated to close a busy Hudson Valley roadway. The New York State Department of Transportation is advising Rockland County drivers to expect Route 303 to close in both directions between Bradley Parkway in the Town of Orangetown and Route 59 in the Town of Clarkstown, on Wednesday, Nov. 29, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Motorists should anticipate delays and follow the posted detour. Motorists are urged to slow down and drive responsibly in work zones. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone.  For up-to-date travel information, call 511, visit www.511…
20-Year-Old Stony Point Man Nabbed For Stealing Motorcycle, Police Say 20-Year-Old Stony Point Man Nabbed For Stealing Motorcycle, Police Say
20-Year-Old Stony Point Man Nabbed For Stealing Motorcycle, Police Say A 20-year-old Hudson Valley man was charged on a warrant with allegedly stealing a 2017 Honda motorcycle. Rockland County resident William Scott of Stony Point, was turned over to Stony Point Police by the Clarkstown Police Department on Friday, Nov. 24 on an active warrant. According to Lt. Gregory Becker of the Stony Point Police, Scott was wanted for stealing the motorcycle earlier this year. He was charged with criminal possession of stolen property and released on an appearance ticket to appear in court in December.
24-Year-Old Stabs Brother-In-Law At Hillcrest Party In Front Of Police, Cops Say 24-Year-Old Stabs Brother-In-Law At Hillcrest Party In Front Of Police, Cops Say
24-Year-Old Stabs Brother-In-Law At Hillcrest Party In Front Of Police, Cops Say A 24-year-old Hudson Valley man was tased by police after allegedly stabbing his brother-in-law in front of officers during a large, rowdy party. The incident took place in Rockland County in the Hillcrest section of Ramapo on Sunday, Nov. 26 on Bonnie Court. According to Det. Sgt. Michael Higgins of the Ramapo Police, officers were attempting to get a large birthday party that was still going from the night before under control with multiple intoxicated attendees when a fight broke out between brother-in-laws. Higgins said before police arrived, a fight took place and Jhonn A. Calderon-Go…
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