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Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13 Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced To Prison For Sex With Child Under 13 A Hudson Valley man has been sentenced to state prison for sexual conduct against a child under the age of 13. Orange County resident Eduardo Martinez-Rojas, age 30, of Highland Mills, a hamlet of Woodbury, was sentenced on Monday, April 8 to 15 years in prison and 10 years of post-release supervision, according to Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. Martinez-Rojas, who will also be registered as a sexual offender, admitted that he engaged in two or more acts of sexual intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex with a child under the age of 13, Hoovler said. Hoovler thanked the Orange …
Hudson Valley Navy Vet, Father Of 2 Dies At Age 57 Hudson Valley Navy Vet, Father Of 2 Dies At Age 57
Hudson Valley Navy Vet, Father Of 2 Dies At Age 57 A Navy veteran from the Hudson Valley who had a crucial role in a Northern Westchester business is being remembered for his kind heart.  Orange County resident Eugene “Gene” Guido of Highland Mills, died peacefully at the age of 57 while surrounded by family members on Friday, Feb. 16, according to his obituary.  Born in 1966 in the Bronx, Guido went on to serve in the US Navy and eventually became the director of pre-construction for Armonk-based Touchstone Builders.  Guido was also known as a loving husband to his wife, Rose, and an always-caring father to his ch…
ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash
ID Released For Woman Killed In 2-Vehicle Hudson Valley Crash The identity has been released of a  woman killed in a two-vehicle crash in the Hudson Valley. The crash happened at around 12:15 a.m. Thursday, July 27 in Orange County on  I-87 in the town of Cornwall, between Exit 17 (Newburgh) and Exit 16 (Harriman) and involved a passenger car and motorcycle. On Saturday morning, July 29, New York State Police announced that a preliminary investigation has determined that the driver of a 2017 Chevy Malibu, a 41-year-old of from the Orange County hamlet of Highland Mills, was traveling northbound in the left lane when he collided wit…
$52M Scheme: Hudson Valley Resident Among 10 Charged By Feds $52M Scheme: Hudson Valley Resident Among 10 Charged By Feds
$52M Scheme: Hudson Valley Resident Among 10 Charged By Feds Ten people have been charged in connection with a massive scheme to defraud a leading cargo airline based in New York of tens of millions of dollars in revenue and the services of its employees, federal authorities announced. The 10 charged are: Connecticut resident Abilash Kurien, age 45, of Wilton in Fairfield County; Hudson Valley resident Carlton Llewellyn, age 55, of Highland Mills in Orange County; Long Island resident Robert Schirmer, age 58, of Port Jefferson Station; Queens resident Patrick Lau, 43, of Flushing; Lars Winkelbauer, age 47, of Bangkok, Thailand; Skye …
21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley 21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley
21-Year-Old College Student To Run For Assembly Seat In Hudson Valley A college student who calls the Hudson Valley home has potentially historic ambitions for his post-graduation career. SUNY Albany senior Zak Constantine, a 21-year-old Orange County resident now living in New Windsor, announced that he is planning to run for the 99th New York State Assembly District in his hometown Hudson Valley. The 99th District includes parts of Rockland and Orange counties. It is currently represented by Republican Assemblyman Colin Schmitt. Constantine announced his campaign earlier this week and hit the ground running, collecting signatures and passing out fliers to …
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Snowfall totals from the powerful Nor'easter that slammed the region ranged from more than two feet to several inches. Here are totals from the National Weather Service and other reports from at or around sunset on Saturday, Jan. 29. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 8.3 inches Nassau County Elmont, 17.3 inches Jericho, 12 inches Levittown, 19.2 inches Massapequa, 16 inches Plainedge, 16 inches  Seaford, 12 inches Syosset, 14 inches Wantagh, 14 inches Suffolk County Amit…
Area Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee Area Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee
Area Business Owner Accused Of Forcibly Touching Employee The owner of a business in the Hudson Valley was arrested and accused of forcibly touching an employee.  The New York State Police reported that 30-year-old Orange County resident Yida Falkovitz, of Highland Mills, was arrested on Monday, Nov. 8. Police said Falkovitz owns a business in the Town of Chester. He was charged with forcible touching, police said.  Authorities said he is set to appear in court on Wednesday, Nov. 24.
4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Area Crash 4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Area Crash
4-Year-Old Girl Dies From Injuries Suffered In Area Crash A 4-year-old girl who was critically injured during a crash between a car and an SUV that also killed the driver of one of the vehicles has died from her injuries. Orange County resident Journey Dorch, of the Town of Woodbury, died over the weekend, from injuries sustained during the crash on Saturday, July 17, on Route 32 in the town of Cornwall, said the state police. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2009 Toyota Corolla, driven by  Helen Rivera, age 38, of the City of Newburgh, was traveling south on the dark, rain-slick roadway when she crossed into the northbound lane an…
Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants
Toddler In Critical Condition After Fatal Crash Between Car, SUV With Nine Occupants A 3-year-old is in critical condition following a crash over the weekend that left a woman dead and at least three others injured. The crash took place around 8:30 p.m., Saturday, July 17, on Route 32 in Orange County in the town of Cornwall. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2009 Toyota Corolla, driven by Helen Rivera, age 38, of Newburgh, the city of Newburgh was traveling south on the dark, rain-slick roadway when she crossed into the northbound lane and struck a 2010 Dodge Journey with nine occupants,  said Trooper Steven Nevel of the state police. Earlier Story: W…
COVID-19: Popular Area Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive COVID-19: Popular Area Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive
Covid-19: Popular Area Deli Closes After Owner, Staffers Test Positive A popular deli in the area has closed after the owner and several staff members tested positive for COVID-19. The owner of Jay’s Deli, located in Orange County on Route 32 in Highland Mills, said several employees, and herself, have become infected. "After consulting closely with the Health Department I have decided not to reopen until I feel it’s 100 percent safe for us and our community," the owner stated in a post on social media Wednesday, Sept. 30. "That is my decision. I do not have to.  "We had a few employees, including myself, test positive for COVID. Everyone else is neg…
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Drunk Driving In State Police Stops Nearly two dozen drivers were allegedly impaired in the Hudson Valley over the weekend when they were busted for driving while intoxicated. Local residents charged include: Westchester County On Friday, June 5, State Police from Cortlandt­­ arrested Andrew C. Pesavento, 32, of Cortlandt, NY, for DWAI Drugs. He was traveling on Oregon Road in the town of Cortlandt, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of drugs, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, June 7, State Police from East Fishkill arrested Mark A. M…
Dutchess Man Charged With Impaired Driving In Kingston Dutchess Man Charged With Impaired Driving In Kingston
Dutchess Man Charged With Impaired Driving In Kingston Sixteen area residents were charged for alleged impaired driving by New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley. Local residents facing charges include:  Ulster County On Jan. 3, State Police in Ellenville arrested Lizette Andino, 31 of Napanoch, for DWAI Drugs. Troopers responded to a report of a female unconscious behind the wheel of a vehicle on Marl Road in the town of Shawangunk. Upon interviewing Andino it was determined that she was impaired by drugs and was subsequently arrested. On Jan. 3, State Police in Kingston arrested Fanny Prizant, 75 of Bearsville, for DWI. Sh…
US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend
US Army Vet Sentenced For Drunken Crash That Killed Best Friend A veteran of the US Army who killed his best friend while driving drunk in Orange County will spend time behind bars. Robert Higgins, 25, of Highland Mills, was sentenced in Orange County Court to a term of between one and two-third to five years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter and driving while intoxicated in October last year. In addition to the prison sentence, Higgins’ driver’s license was revoked and he was fined $1,275. Higgins was driving at approximately 1:30 a.m. on Dec. 22, 2017, on Route 32 in Woodbury when he struck a tractor-trailer, killing his passe…
Dutchess Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop Dutchess Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop
Dutchess Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop New York State Police troopers removed more than three dozens drivers off the roadway over the weekend for alleged impaired driving. Area residents charged include: Orange County On Friday, Feb. 15, State Police troopers from Middletown arrested Lori Hurst, 43 of Middletown, for DWAI Drugs. She was traveling on Dolson Avenue in Middletown when she was involved in a vehicle crash. An investigation revealed that she was impaired by drugs and she was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Feb. 15, State Police troopers from Montgomery arrested William Wilson Jr, 23 of Walden, for DWI. He was trav…
Christmas Miracle: Dog Missing From Area Reunited With Family Christmas Miracle: Dog Missing From Area Reunited With Family
Christmas Miracle: Dog Missing From Area Reunited With Family A dog that went missing in March was reunited with her Wyckoff family on Christmas Eve. The same day that the Sterlacci family brought Bella home March 30, the pup charged into the neighbor's yard and ran. And ran. And ran. Bella was microchipped, but for whatever reason it wasn't registering, Felicia Sterlacci said. She was spotted in neighboring towns in April and May. But after a while, the sightings stopped. BellaBring Bella Home "We didn't give up hope," Sterlacci said. "But as time wore on and no sightings came in, we got discouraged. We had no idea if she was out there or not." …
Poughkeepsie Man Charged With DWI In State Police Stop Poughkeepsie Man Charged With DWI In State Police Stop
Poughkeepsie Man Charged With DWI In State Police Stop New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley busted more than 30 motorists who were allegedly driving while impaired over the last week-plus. The local residents charged with DWI were:  Orange County On Friday, Oct. 19, State Police troopers in Montgomery arrested Steven Slezak, 33, of Highland Mills, for DWAI. He was involved in a motor vehicle crash on Route 208 in Blooming Grove. An investigation revealed that he was impaired by drugs and was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Oct. 19, State Police troopers in Middletown arrested Timothy Feeney, 60, of New Hampton, for DWI. He wa…
These Dutchess County Zip Codes Rank Among New York's Expensive These Dutchess County Zip Codes Rank Among New York's Expensive
These Dutchess County Zip Codes Rank Among New York's Expensive New York remains one of the most expensive states to live in - behind only California - with some of the priciest zip codes found in the Hudson Valley, according to a recently released report. New York Upstate released a report this week listing the most expensive zip codes upstate - which includes all Hudson Valley counties north of Westchester and Rockland.  The report cited data from Property Shark, a real estate research website that collects information to determine the most expensive places to live, based on closed sale prices. The rankings were based on the median closed sale price …
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Raping 10-Year-Old Girl Faces Deportation Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Raping 10-Year-Old Girl Faces Deportation
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Raping 10-Year-Old Girl Faces Deportation A Hudson Valley man will spend a decade behind bars and is facing deportation after pleading guilty to raping a 10-year-old girl. Highland Mills resident Juan Linares, 20, who had pleaded guilty earlier this year to one felony count of first-degree rape, was sentenced this week to 10 years in prison and 10 years of post-release supervision for his role in sexually assaulting a minor who was known to him. Linares admitted to subjecting his 10-year-old victim to sexual acts in April after his victim came forward and told a school official about the abuse. He is also being held by Immigration …
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area The start of spring is just a week away. So, it may be safe to assume we just saw the last snowfall of the season. But then again, considering the way this winter has gone, maybe not. The Nor'easter that moved through the area overnight Monday into Tuesday did result in bands of heavy snow -- and in some parts of the area, significant accumulation. As expected, the storm had the biggest impact farthest east. Since this storm pales in comparison to last week's, we have not received nearly as many reports. So if you don't see your town, please add the total by leaving a comment here. Here a…