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Hudson Valley Man Charged With Burglary After Forcibly Entering Motel Room With Knife: Police Hudson Valley Man Charged With Burglary After Forcibly Entering Motel Room With Knife: Police
Hudson Valley Man Charged With Burglary After Forcibly Entering Motel Room With Knife: Police A Hudson Valley man is behind bars after allegedly breaking into a motel room with a knife. The incident occurred in Dutchess County at the Pine Grove Motel in Beekman at 6:40 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1. According to Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a call of a burglary in progress. Watterson said an investigation found that Christopher Oritz, age 42, of Beekman, had forcibly entered a motel room while armed with a knife.  "This incident is not believed to be random, and there were no injuries as a result," Watterson sai…
Hudson Valley Duo Charged With Felony DWI In Unrelated Incidents Hudson Valley Duo Charged With Felony DWI In Unrelated Incidents
Hudson Valley Duo Charged With Felony DWI In Unrelated Incidents Two men from the region were nabbed for alleged felony DWI in two separate incidents. Dutchess County residents Christopher J. Duquette, age 66, of Hyde Park, and Nelson Acevedo, age 53, of Beekman, were both charged on Sunday, June 30, said Capt. John Watterson with the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. Duquette was charged after deputies responded to a one-car crash around 8:50 p.m. on Route 9 for a report of a collision, Watterson said. Watterson said Duquette was identified as the driver of the vehicle. After further interview and investigation, he was taken into custody at t…
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District After six years, a Hudson Valley superintendent has announced his upcoming move to a nearby district to remain closer to his family. Superintendent Phil Benante of Putnam County's Haldane Central School District announced on Tuesday, April 30 that he was appointed head of the Arlington Central School District in Dutchess County, according to a letter written to the district community.  In his letter, Benante wrote that he chose to move to the Arlington district because it would allow him to work closer to his family.  The Arlington district includes parts of Beekman, La Gran…
ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley
ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley A woman who jumped to her death from a Hudson Valley bridge has been identified by police. Dutchess County resident Dawn Stackhouse, age 52, of Beekman, jumped from the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge in Rhinebeck, on Monday, April 1. According to Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police, an investigation determined Stackhouse jumped from the bridge around 9:50 a.m. Good Samaritans fishing near the bridge removed her from the water and attempted life-saving measures, Hicks said. She was transported to a local area hospital where she was pronounced dead. This investigation remains ongoing.…
ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley
ID Released For Woman Who Died After Jumping From Bridge In Hudson Valley Police have identified a woman who jumped to her death from a bridge in the region on Tuesday, Nov. 14. Original report: Woman Jumps From Newburgh-Beacon Bridge Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police announced on Thursday, Nov. 16 that the body of Dutchess County resident Stacy M. Shanahan, age 49, of Beekman, was the person who was found dead under the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge near Fishkill.  No signs of foul play have been discovered at this time, Hicks said. The Dutchess County Medical Examiner’s Office was on the scene aiding in the investigation.
Fentanyl Dealer Busted By Drug Task Force In Hudson Valley, Police Say Fentanyl Dealer Busted By Drug Task Force In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Fentanyl Dealer Busted By Drug Task Force In Hudson Valley, Police Say An alleged drug dealer has been busted by a drug task force for selling fentanyl throughout the Hudson Valley. Dutchess County resident Johann Munoz, 26, of the town of Beekman, was charged on Wednesday, Aug. 30, for the criminal sale of a controlled substance a felony. The Dutchess County Drug Task Force has been investigating the sale of counterfeit prescription oxycodone pills containing deadly fentanyl by Munoz in the town of East Fishkill, the town of Fishkill, and the town of Poughkeepsie, said Det. Sgt. Adam Harris coordinator of the task force. Members of the task force appreh…
Hudson Valley Officials Urge Caution On Roadways Following Flooding Rains Hudson Valley Officials Urge Caution On Roadways Following Flooding Rains
Hudson Valley Officials Urge Caution On Roadways Following Flooding Rains Officials in the Hudon Valley are urging drivers to use caution on roadways following the flooding rainfall that damaged many and washed away sections of others. Dutchess County officials said on Tuesday, July 11 that the significant rainfall has impacted several roadways, primarily in the eastern portion of the county, including the towns of Pawling, Dover, Beekman, Union Vale, LaGrange, and East Fishkill. Related story: Hudson Valley Woman Killed During Severe Storm ID'd As 35-Year-Old Trying To Rescue Dog "Please use extreme caution when traveling as some roadways may be unstable, …
Propane Truck Catches Fire At Hudson Valley Farm, Damaging Buildings, Vehicles Propane Truck Catches Fire At Hudson Valley Farm, Damaging Buildings, Vehicles
Propane Truck Catches Fire At Hudson Valley Farm, Damaging Buildings, Vehicles Multiple agencies responded to a Hudson Valley farm after a propane truck caught fire, causing damage to buildings and vehicles in the area. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office reported that it responded to assist the Town of Beekman Fire Department at the scene of a large fire in Beekman at about 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 22. The propane truck was located at Barton Orchards at 63 Apple Tree Lane, the Sheriff's Office said. The Beekman Fire Department and other local fire departments extinguished the blaze, according to the report.  Authorities said numerous buildings and vehicles …
Missing Local Woman Found Dead In Car Following Taconic Parkway Crash Missing Local Woman Found Dead In Car Following Taconic Parkway Crash
Missing Local Woman Found Dead In Car Following Taconic Parkway Crash A Hudson Valley woman who was reported missing by her family was located off the Taconic State Park in a small body of water, the victim of a car crash. On Monday, Aug. 1, Orange County resident Katherine M. Garcia was reported missing to the state police by her family, said Trooper AJ Hicks. Garcia, age 23, of New Windsor, was reportedly last seen by friends on the night of Saturday, July 30, at a residence in Dutchess County the town of Beekman, Hicks said. While searching for her, a vehicle was located off the roadway in a small body of water off of the Taconic State Parkway near Exit 3…
Man Charged With Burglary, Sexual Assault In Hudson Valley Man Charged With Burglary, Sexual Assault In Hudson Valley
Man Charged With Burglary, Sexual Assault In Hudson Valley A 32-year-old Connecticut man is accused of burglarizing a Hudson Valley home and sexually assaulting a victim. The Dutchess County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a home invasion and sexual assault at a Beekman home on Saturday, May 21, authorities said. Detectives then arrested Fairfield County resident Wilson Oliveros-Romeros, of Danbury, on Friday, May 27, following an investigation, the Sheriff's Office said.  Authorities said Oliveros-Romeros and the victim knew each other prior to the incident. The Sheriff's Office said Oliveros-Romeros was charged with: Preda…
Man Admits To Knifepoint Car Jacking, Stealing Money From Bank In Hudson Valley Man Admits To Knifepoint Car Jacking, Stealing Money From Bank In Hudson Valley
Man Admits To Knifepoint Car Jacking, Stealing Money From Bank In Hudson Valley A Hudson Valley faces up to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty in connection with a knifepoint theft of a car and a bank robbery. Dutchess County resident Leonard Dolson, age 45, of Beekman, pleaded guilty on Tuesday, March 1 to the carjacking which took. place in March 2021, said Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. At the time that he pleaded guilty, Dolson admitted that on Friday, March 19, 2021, at about 3:15 p.m., he forcibly stole a car from the Save-A-Lot grocery store located at 97 Lake Street, in the City of Newburgh, the DA's Office said. Prosecutors argued that D…
Man Accused Of Assaulting Baby In Area Man Accused Of Assaulting Baby In Area
Man Accused Of Assaulting Baby In Area An area man has been arrested for allegedly physically assaulting a baby. Dutchess County resident Tyler R. Papp, age 24, of Beekman, was arrested on Monday, Jan. 24, in connection with the investigation into the assault of a baby earlier that evening. According to Captain John A. Watterson, of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a residence in the town of Beekman for a report of a domestic dispute, and upon arrival discovered that a 2-month-old had been injured.  Papp had initially fled the scene however was located a short time later and was ta…
Sex Offender From Hudson Valley Charged With Failing To Report Address Change Sex Offender From Hudson Valley Charged With Failing To Report Address Change
Sex Offender From Hudson Valley Charged With Failing To Report Address Change A Level 3 sex offender from the Hudson Valley was busted for allegedly failing to report a change of address. Othelia Vaturina, age 41, Beekman was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 28, by the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. According to Captain John Watterson, detectives recently received information that Vaturian, who is from Broome County, was currently living in Dutchess County. An investigation found that Vaturina was currently living at the Pine Grove Motel in Beekman, and had been staying in Poughkeepsie as well, without making the required notification, Watterson said. Vaturin…
11 Charged In Area DWI Detail 11 Charged In Area DWI Detail
11 Charged In Area DWI Detail Authorities have just announced the results of a special multi-agency holiday DWI detail in Dutchess County. During a Labor Day “High Visibility Engagement Campaign” that was conducted countywide between Saturday, Aug. 21 and Sunday, Sept. 5, police in Dutchess County busted 11 arrested for alleged impaired driving through the region. “The goal of the Labor Day Impaired Driving Crackdown as all other crackdown periods was to discourage people from driving impaired, promote awareness, and keep the roadways safe,” officials said. Those charged: Hanna Kibbe, age 23, of Fishkill; Anthony Gi…
Sheriff's Office Alerts Area Businesses After ATM Stolen From Area Deli Sheriff's Office Alerts Area Businesses After ATM Stolen From Area Deli
Sheriff's Office Alerts Area Businesses After ATM Stolen From Area Deli Authorities in the area are alerting business owners after a recent theft of an ATM from an area business. Deputies responded to a report of an overnight burglary at a deli in the Town of Beekman at about 7 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 2, according to the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. When deputies arrived, it was confirmed that an ATM machine had been stolen from the business. Investigators determined that suspects used a crowbar to force entry into the deli before leaving with the ATM, the Sheriff's Office said. Authorities are assessing surveillance footage and will release images if any a…
Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business
Know Him? State Police Attempting To Identify Theft Suspect From Area Business State Police are asking the public for help identifying a man who is believed to have stolen material from a commercial business. The theft took at a Dutchess County business on Route 55 in the town of Beekman, said the state police. The vehicle used appears to be a 1994-2001 Dodge Ram pickup truck with a toolbox in the truck bed, according to police. The vehicle used.New York State Police Anyone with information regarding the possible identity or location of this subject is asked to please contact the New York State Police at (845) 677-7300. Please reference case #10203791.
Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area
Suspect Nabbed In Bank Robbery, Carjacking In Area A man has been arrested for allegedly robbing an Orange County bank after a pursuit with state police. Dutchess County resident Leonard Dolson, age 45, of Beekman, was arrested around 9:42 p.m., on Friday, March 19, after state police in Orange County assisted the Village of Goshen Police Department with a bank robbery on Main Street in the village of Goshen, said Trooper Steven Nevel. Following the robbery, state police were provided with a description of the suspect and the vehicle used. Troopers learned that the suspect vehicle, a Honda Civic, was stolen via a carjacking from the city of…
Tax Collector In Hudson Valley Allegedly Stole More Than $80K For Online Shopping Sprees Tax Collector In Hudson Valley Allegedly Stole More Than $80K For Online Shopping Sprees
Tax Collector In Hudson Valley Allegedly Stole More Than $80K For Online Shopping Sprees A 41-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $88,000 in tax funds collected for the use of an area town and its schools.  Jennifer Colucci, of Hopewell Junction, was arrested on Tuesday, March 2, following an investigation by the state Comptroller's Office, the Dutchess County District Attorney's Office, and the New York State Police. She served as Beekman tax collector for two years, ending in August 2020. “While people across the state struggled to deal with the economic impact of the pandemic, Jennifer Colucci allegedly used taxpayer dollars to fund her ow…
COVID-19: Dutchess County Sees Uptick In Cases COVID-19: Dutchess County Sees Uptick In Cases
Covid-19: Dutchess County Sees Uptick In Cases There has been a slight uptick in reported COVID-19 cases in Dutchess County in recent weeks, though the numbers are still better than much of the country. There are currently 264 active COVID-19 cases in Dutchess County, up from a low of 169 as of Tuesday, July 7. The rise has largely been attributed to small outbreaks in both the Town and City of Poughkeepsie as well as East Fishkill, which has seen a recent rise in cases. There have now been 4,790 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Dutchess County since the pandemic began, approximately 90 more cases than a week ago. Ten patients remain hospit…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Cases Broken Down By Town, Deaths COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Cases Broken Down By Town, Deaths
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Cases Broken Down By Town, Deaths The death toll in Dutchess County has hit 32 since the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak began 53 days ago. The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Dutchess has climbed to 2,294, with the Department of Health currently monitoring 1,879 active cases. Since the outbreak, 365 COVID-19 patients have been treated and discharged from county hospitals. Earlier story - COVID-19: Building 'Tracing Army' Of Thousands Will Be New Phase Of Pandemic Response A breakdown of COVID-19 cases in Dutchess County as of 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, according to the Department of Health: Po…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town The death toll in Dutchess County has hit 28 since the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak began 51 days ago. The total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Dutchess has hit 2,140, with 97 still hospitalized with the virus. The Department of Health is currently monitoring 1,879 active cases, and 233 patients have been treated and discharged from hospitals. Earlier story - COVID-19: NY Needs To 'Watch Dial Of Infections' As Hospitalizations, Deaths Continue Decline A breakdown of COVID-19 cases in Dutchess County as of 1 p.m. on Monday, April 20, according to the Department of Healt…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Number Of Dutchess Deaths, Cases Broken Down By Town The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread in the Hudson Valley, with the number of confirmed cases in Dutchess County on the rise, even as things are stabilizing statewide. There have now been 1,975 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dutchess, resulting in 19 deaths since the outbreak began earlier this year. There are still 189 potential cases pending. The Dutchess County Department of Health said that there are currently 98 Dutchess residents who are hospitalized, up from 90, while 212 patients were hospitalized for the virus, treated, and later discharged. Earlier stor…
COVID-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Dutchess County Fatalities, Cases By Town COVID-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Dutchess County Fatalities, Cases By Town
Covid-19: Here's Latest On Number Of Dutchess County Fatalities, Cases By Town The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread in the Hudson Valley, as the number of confirmed cases in Dutchess County is on the rise, even as things are somewhat stabilizing statewide. There have now been 1,466 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dutchess County, resulting in 11 deaths since the outbreak began. The Dutchess County Department of Health said that there are currently 108 Dutchess residents who are hospitalized, while 126 more were formerly hospitalized, treated, and discharged. Active Dutchess County cases by municipality: Fishkill: 126 Wappinger: 104; East Fi…
Nine Area Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Nine Area Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Nine Area Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers removed nine area residents for alleged impaired driving. Local residents charged include:  Westchester County On Saturday, Jan. 4, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Billy J. Batalla Fuentes, 26, of Peekskill, for DWI. He was traveling on State Route 9 in the village of Croton-on-Hudson, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, Jan. 5, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Daniel A. Jimenez, 38, of Tarrytown, for DWAI Drug…
One Killed, Three Hospitalized In Head-On Crash Between SUV, Van In Area One Killed, Three Hospitalized In Head-On Crash Between SUV, Van In Area
One Killed, Three Hospitalized In Head-On Crash Between SUV, Van In Area One person was killed and three others were hospitalized with injuries after a head-on crash between an SUV and van in the area. It happened at approximately 8:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 29 on Route 55 between Route 216 and Gardner Hollow Road Extension in the Town of Beekman. An initial investigation has revealed that the operator of a Honda Pilot, traveling westbound on Route 55, crossed into the eastbound lane of Route 55 and collided head-on with a Chevy Express van, said Lt. Shawn A. Castano of the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office. The operator of the Chevy Exp…
Home Fire Displaces Four In Area Home Fire Displaces Four In Area
Home Fire Displaces Four In Area Four people were left homeless after a fire ripped through their Union Vale home, making it unliveable.  The Union Vale Fire Department received notice of the fire at the home on Route 82 around 11:48 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 5, the department said. When firefighters arrived on the scene, they found a  fully involved structure fire in the attic area on the second floor of the home and a second alarm was dispatched.  All occupants made it safely out of the home once the fire began, the department said. The fire spread throughout the home.Melissa Lawlor Firefighters had the blaze under cont…
These Area City, Town Workers Are Among Highest Paid In Upstate New York These Area City, Town Workers Are Among Highest Paid In Upstate New York
These Area City, Town Workers Are Among Highest Paid In Upstate New York Hudson Valley municipalities pay their employees some of the top salaries in upstate New York, according to a newly released study. Citing data from the New York State and Local Retirement System based on regular, overtime pay and unused vacation time, Empire Center’s 2018 “ What They Make ” report determined which town, city, and village employees are getting paid the most. Pension contributions, health insurance, and other benefits were not factored into the data. The study includes the average pay of employees, the number of employees and where the municipalities land in the region. The…
23 Charged With Impaired Driving During Dutchess July 4th DWI Crackdown 23 Charged With Impaired Driving During Dutchess July 4th DWI Crackdown
23 Charged With Impaired Driving During Dutchess July 4th DWI Crackdown Police agencies throughout Dutchess County arrested more than two dozen motorists as part of a designed Fourth of July crackdown. County, state and local police agencies throughout Dutchess teamed up between Wednesday, July 3, and Sunday, July 7 to conduct impaired drivers details that consisted of “saturation patrols” throughout the county on top of their regular patrols. In total, during the crackdown, 25 arrests were made, including 23 for impaired drivers. According to police, “the objective of this continued enforcement is to revitalize and enhance the visibility of the STOP-DWI Progr…
Video: Curious Black Bear Caught On Camera Making The Rounds In Putnam Video: Curious Black Bear Caught On Camera Making The Rounds In Putnam
Video: Curious Black Bear Caught On Camera Making The Rounds In Putnam A  family enjoyed an unexpected guest when a black bear was caught taking an afternoon stroll through their backyard and into the woods. The bear was caught on surveillance camera in Putnam County at approximately 8:11 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, in the backyard of a home in the Millpond Lane area in Kent, the family said. It could be seen sniffing along the ground as it made its way through the yard. In the video, the bear leisurely takes in the lay of the land, looking around while heading towards the trees in the backyard. Other recent sightings in the area have happened in North Cas…
Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn In Area Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn In Area
Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn In Area A man from Beekman has been charged with possession of child pornography following a police investigation. The Troop K Computer Crimes Unit and SP Poughkeepsie Bureau of Criminal Investigation carried out a joint investigation on Eric J. Buckley, 52, of Beekman. The investigation resulted in the execution of a search warrant on Tuesday, May 14. Police say Buckley was arrested upon initial analysis of the evidence on Thursday, May 16. He was charged with possession of a sexual performance performed by a child, a Class E felony. Buckley was arraigned before the town of Pleasant Valley Cour…
Man Threatens Victim With Weapon, Breaks Phone In Road-Rage Incident, Police Say Man Threatens Victim With Weapon, Breaks Phone In Road-Rage Incident, Police Say
Man Threatens Victim With Weapon, Breaks Phone In Road-Rage Incident, Police Say A 40-year-old area man is behind bars after state police say he threatened a victim with a weapon and broke the victim's cell phone in a road-rage incident. The incident occurred in Dutchess County on Beekman Road in Beekman at about 7 p.m. Thursday, March 14. An investigation found James A. Murphy of Wappinger began tailgating the victim, and making obscene gestures for unknown reasons, state police from the Poughkeepsie barracks said.  Murphy then passed the victim in a no passing zone, and stopped his vehicle blocking traffic before exiting the vehicle, and then menaced the victim …