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Hudson Valley Woman Dies In House Fire Trying To Save Cats Hudson Valley Woman Dies In House Fire Trying To Save Cats
Hudson Valley Woman Dies In House Fire Trying To Save Cats A 46-year-old woman died in a house trailer fire in the region, reportedly attempting to save her cats. The incident occurred in Dutchess County at 125 Reagans Mill Road in Dover around 5 a.m. on Thursday, April 25. According to Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, Ellen R. Travis of Dover, died as a result of the fire and was pronounced dead at the scene. "At this time, her death does not appear to be criminal in nature," Watterson said. "However, the investigation is continuing." The Dutchess County Fire Investigation Division and the Dutchess County Medical Exa…
Traffic Alert: Hudson Valley Bridge To Be Replaced, Traffic Slowdowns Expected Traffic Alert: Hudson Valley Bridge To Be Replaced, Traffic Slowdowns Expected
Traffic Alert: Hudson Valley Bridge To Be Replaced, Traffic Slowdowns Expected Motorists can expect slowdowns as construction begins on replacing a Hudson Valley bridge. The construction in Dutchess County on Ridge Road in the town of Dover to replace the bridge over the Mill River has begun, said the Dutchess County Department of Public Works. The project is expected to be complete, with the road and bridge open to traffic by the end of 2024. The department said the bridge is being replaced to ensure the safety and stability of the bridge and roadway for motorists. Project work will include replacing the structure with a new, wider bridge that will include three-fo…
Child Porn Arrest: Man Nabbed By State Police In Hudson Valley Following Tip Child Porn Arrest: Man Nabbed By State Police In Hudson Valley Following Tip
Child Porn Arrest: Man Nabbed By State Police In Hudson Valley Following Tip A man was charged with two counts of possession of a sexual performance by a child after New York State Police received a tip. Dutchess County resident Charles Beisser, age 61, of Dover, was arrested on Monday, Nov. 6. According to Trooper AJ Hicks, of the New York State Police, the department received a tip setting off an investigation that determined Beisser was in possession of child pornography. Beisser was issued an appearance ticket returnable to the town of Dover Court on Monday, Nov.13.
2 Busted For Drugs In Hudson Valley After Troopers Stop 'Suspicious' Car, Police Say 2 Busted For Drugs In Hudson Valley After Troopers Stop 'Suspicious' Car, Police Say
2 Busted For Drugs In Hudson Valley After Troopers Stop 'Suspicious' Car, Police Say A traffic stop of a "suspicious" vehicle led to the arrest of a Hudson Valley man and woman for alleged drug possession and driving under the influence of drugs. Dutchess County residents Robert W. Beebe, age 47, and Shannan Mead, age 33, both of Dover, were charged on Saturday, Oct. 14. According to Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police, the two were in a 2006 Volkswagon Jetta matching the description of a reported "suspicious" vehicle. When stopped on Route 22 on North Nellie Hill Road, in Dover, an investigation by troopers found that Beebe was driving under the influence of dru…
Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: Driver Hits Vehicle While Attempting To Pass, Police Say Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: Driver Hits Vehicle While Attempting To Pass, Police Say
Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: Driver Hits Vehicle While Attempting To Pass, Police Say A 73-year-old man was killed after crashing into another vehicle while attempting to pass two others. The crash took place on Route 22 in Dutchess County on Sunday, Sept. 4 in the town of Dover near Kitchen Corners Road. An investigation determined Rodney J. Clark, of New York City, was driving a 2016 BMW motorcycle southbound with one passenger when he attempted to pass two vehicles simultaneously in a passing zone and struck the lead vehicle which was making a lefthand turn to exit Route 22, said Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police. Despite life-saving techniques employed by th…
Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl Reported Missing Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl Reported Missing
Seen Her? 15-Year-Old Hudson Valley Girl Reported Missing New York State Police is asking the public for help locating a missing Hudson Valley 15-year-old girl who hasn't been seen since Wednesday, July 12. Dutchess County resident Jada Adams, of Dover, was reported missing by her family. She was last seen at her home on Wednesday, July 12, said Trooper AJ Hicks. Jada is described as being 5 feet-1 with brown hair and brown eyes.   She may have traveled to the Poughkeepsie area.  Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jada is asked to please contact the New York State Police at 845-677-7300. Please refer to case #115…
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, …
New Update: Drenching Downpours Wash Away Part Of Roadway In Orange County New Update: Drenching Downpours Wash Away Part Of Roadway In Orange County
New Update: Drenching Downpours Wash Away Part Of Roadway In Orange County Multiple roads in the Hudson Valley remain closed Monday, July 10, and Metro-North service was reduced after torrents of rain sent vehicles floating, created sinkholes, and flooded homes. A state of emergency was issued In Orange County by Gov. Kathy Hochul and Orange County Executive Steve Neuhaus issued an executive order banning all vehicles and pedestrians from roads in the Town of Highland until 7:30 p.m. Monday, July 10. Neuhaus also reported a woman, reportedly in her 30s, drowned near West Point. In Westchester County, Yorktown Supervisor Tom Diana issued a state of emergency on M…
Fatal Crash: Hudson Valley Woman Pulling Out Of Driveway Hit By Truck Fatal Crash: Hudson Valley Woman Pulling Out Of Driveway Hit By Truck
Fatal Crash: Hudson Valley Woman Pulling Out Of Driveway Hit By Truck A Hudson Valley woman backing out of her driveway was hit and killed by a truck. The deadly crash took place in Dutchess County around 9:40 a.m. on Route 55 in the Dover hamlet of Wingdale.  A preliminary investigation has revealed that a 2011 Mazda 3 sedan driven by Valerie G. Parsons, age 80, of Wingdale, was entering Route 55 from a private driveway when it was struck by a 2015 Kenworth truck traveling eastbound on Route 55, said Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. As a result of the crash, Parsons suffered serious injuries and was pron…
Crash With Critical Injuries Closes Major Hudson Valley Roadway Crash With Critical Injuries Closes Major Hudson Valley Roadway
Crash With Critical Injuries Closes Major Hudson Valley Roadway A reported crash with critical injuries has closed a major Hudson Valley roadway in both directions. Route 55 is closed between Hoyt Road and the Connecticut state line, said the New York Department of Transportation. The crash occurred in Dutchess County in Wingdale, a hamlet of Dover early Monday, June 26.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
2 Juveniles Injured In Head-On Dirt Bike Crash In Hudson Valley 2 Juveniles Injured In Head-On Dirt Bike Crash In Hudson Valley
2 Juveniles Injured In Head-On Dirt Bike Crash In Hudson Valley Two juveniles were injured in a head-on dirt bike crash in the Hudson Valley. The crash took place in Dutchess County around 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 6 in the town of Dover on Weil Road. According to Capt. John Watterson of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, a preliminary investigation revealed that the two bikes, both operated by juvenile males, were traveling in opposite directions on Weil Road when they crashed head-on with each other.  As a result, both suffered serious injuries and were airlifted from the scene to Danbury Hospital in Connecticut, from which …
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Illegally Killing Bear Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Illegally Killing Bear
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Illegally Killing Bear A Hudson Valley homeowner has been accused of allegedly killing a black bear without provocation.  The incident took place in Dutchess County on Saturday, April 22 in the town of Dover.  According to the state Department of Environmental Conservation, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office responded to the call for shots fired and witnessed an individual dragging the bear back to his residence when they arrived at the location. The sheriff's office contacted State Environmental Conservation Officer (ECO) Kevin Wamsley who responded to the scene and interviewed the homeowner wh…
HS Athlete Who Died After Falling Through Ice In Hudson Valley Remembered For 'Amazing Smile' HS Athlete Who Died After Falling Through Ice In Hudson Valley Remembered For 'Amazing Smile'
HS Athlete Who Died After Falling Through Ice In Hudson Valley Remembered For 'Amazing Smile' A teen who died after falling through the ice at a park in the Hudson Valley is being remembered for his "amazing smile," and " infectious laughter." Dutchess County resident Noah Michael Thompson, age 17, of Amenia, died Friday, Feb. 10, at Sharon Hospital in Litchfield County, Connecticut, after falling through the ice at the Taconic State Park in the village of Millerton, located in the Town of North East.  Noah was a high school student at Webutuck High School in Amenia and was expecting to graduate this spring, according to his obituary. The son of Terry Lee Thompson of Poughkeep…
Knife-Wielding Man With Order Of Protection Against Him Assaults 2 In Area, Police Say Knife-Wielding Man With Order Of Protection Against Him Assaults 2 In Area, Police Say
Knife-Wielding Man With Order Of Protection Against Him Assaults 2 In Area, Police Say A knife-wielding man was apprehended after allegedly physically attacking two people with an order of protection in place in the region. The incident took place in Dutchess County around 1:10 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 16 on Oniontown Road in the town of Dover. According to Trooper AJ Hicks, state police responded to a home in Dover for a report of domestic violence. An investigation found that Jospeh Hoffman, age 28, of Dover, physically assaulted two victims while armed with a knife and had an order of protection against him in place, said Hicks. Hoffman was charged with: Two counts of ass…
Tip Leads To Arrest Of Area Man For Sexual Assault Of Child Tip Leads To Arrest Of Area Man For Sexual Assault Of Child
Tip Leads To Arrest Of Area Man For Sexual Assault Of Child A 44-year-old Hudson Valley man was arrested and accused of sexually assaulting a child. Dutchess County resident Gelver Miguel Javiel, of Dover, was arrested on Monday, April 18, and charged with predatory sexual assault, according to New York State Police. An investigation was conducted after law enforcement received a tip that Javiel had sexually assaulted a child under the age of 13, police said. Authorities said Javiel was arraigned and remanded to the Dutchess County Jail without bail.  He is scheduled to appear in court again on Thursday, April 21, police said.
Missing Area Woman Found Missing Area Woman Found
Missing Area Woman Found Update: A woman who has gone missing in the area has been found. Dutchess County resident Jacqueline D. Pirir-Tec, of Dover, was reported missing by her family on Friday, Feb. 25, state police said. On Thursday night, March 3, state police announced that she has been located "in good health and returned safely to her family." Original report: New York State Police are asking the public for help locating a missing area woman who hasn't been seen in six days. Dutchess County resident Jacqueline D. Pirir-Tec, of Dover, was reported missing by her family on Friday, Feb. 25, said Trooper AJ …
Suspect Nabbed For Alleged Arson Of Apartment Building In Area Suspect Nabbed For Alleged Arson Of Apartment Building In Area
Suspect Nabbed For Alleged Arson Of Apartment Building In Area A Hudson Valley man has been arrested for the alleged arson of an apartment building. Dutchess County resident Charles A. Keenan, age 48 of Dover Plains, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 1 in connection with the fire in January in the town of Dover, said Lieutenant Shawn Castano, of the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office. The two-alarm fire took place around 9 p.m., on Thursday, Jan. 13 on Brady Lane in a building that houses multiple apartments in the town of Dover, Castano said. "The alleged actions of this defendant not only endangered the lives of the residents in the apartme…
Four Accused Of Targeting Victims Based On Race In Area Four Accused Of Targeting Victims Based On Race In Area
Four Accused Of Targeting Victims Based On Race In Area Four men are facing hate crime charges after police said they robbed a home in the Hudson Valley and targeted the victims based on their race. Troopers responded to a report of a possible robbery at a home on Market Street in the Dutchess County town of Dover at about 11:50 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 6, according to New York State Police. Police said a caller reported that a group of men attacked them, and one of the attackers had a handgun and fired a shot.  The attackers fled the scene with stolen jewelry, authorities said. Police said none of the victims were seriously injured in the at…
Man Trapped By 40-Ton Boulder In Mining Accident Rescued In Area Man Trapped By 40-Ton Boulder In Mining Accident Rescued In Area
Man Trapped By 40-Ton Boulder In Mining Accident Rescued In Area An employee at an area materials quarry was rescued after a boulder broke free and landed on his machine, trapping him 2,500 feet into a tunnel. The incident took place around 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 14 at the Wingdale Materials quarry in Dutchess County in Dover, said the JH Ketcham Hose Company. According to Chief Ryan Sartori, of the JH Ketcham Hose Company, his department, along with Dover Ambulance, were dispatched to the quarry for the man trapped in a machine in the mine.  To free the man, a difficult, technical rescue operation took more than an hour after a 40-ton boulder pinned…
Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say
Woman Accused Of Stealing More Than $3K From Person She Cared For, Police Say A Hudson Valley caregiver has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $3,000 from a person she cared for by forging checks. Shawna Lowe, age 37, of Dover, was arrested on Monday, June 14, by New York State Police following an investigation by the Financial Crimes Unit, said Trooper AJ Hicks. An investigation determined Lowe stole over $3,000 using forged checks belonging to the victim she was employed to care for, Hicks aid. Lowe was charged with 26 counts of possession of a forged instrument and grand larceny. She was released on an appearance ticket and is scheduled to appear in …
State Police Issue Alert For Missing Area Teen State Police Issue Alert For Missing Area Teen
State Police Issue Alert For Missing Area Teen State Police are asking the public for help locating a teen who has been reported missing by his family in the area. Dutchess County resident Jose Alvarado Citalan, 17, was last seen on Mill Street in the town of Dover around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 16, said Trooper AJ Hicks. Citalan, of Dover, is described as being 5-foot-1, 115 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.  He was last seen wearing a grey jacket, black pants, black and white-colored shoes, and a backpack.  He may be attempting to travel to California, Hicks said. Anyone with information regarding Citalan's …
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…
Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Child Multiple Times, State Police Say Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Child Multiple Times, State Police Say
Man Charged With Sexually Assaulting Child Multiple Times, State Police Say A 34-year-old man has been charged with sexually assaulting a child multiple times in the area, state police announced. New York State Police from the Dover Plains barracks announced the arrest Sunday morning, May 3. On Wednesday, April 29, state police were notified of a possible sexual assault against a child in the town of Dover.  An investigation discovered Daniel Laporte, of Albany, on multiple occasions sexually assaulted the child under the age of 13, according to state police. In conjunction with the Dutchess County Child Advocacy Center, state police arrested Laporte on…
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…
Area Resident Charged With Attempted Murder After Shooting Into Neighbor's House, Police Say Area Resident Charged With Attempted Murder After Shooting Into Neighbor's House, Police Say
Area Resident Charged With Attempted Murder After Shooting Into Neighbor's House, Police Say A 70-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after shooting into a neighbor's house in the area, state police said. The incident happened around 1:45 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1 in Dutchess County. Troopers responded to Cedar Lane in Wingdale for a report of a male subject, later identified as Stewart Mercay, 70, of Dover, who reportedly fired two shotgun rounds through the living room window of his neighbor’s house.  Mercay retreated to his house and then refused to exit, state police said.  Subsequently, members of the New York State Police Special Operations Response Te…
Missing 58-Year-Old Man Found Missing 58-Year-Old Man Found
Missing 58-Year-Old Man Found Update: A 58-year-old man who went missing in the area has been found. State Police had issued an alert for Dover resident Kevin Brown, who was reported missing from the Crystal House Manor on Mill Street in Dover on Tuesday, Jan. 7. "Kevin has been located in good health and returned to the Chrystal House Manor," state police announced. Original report: A 58-year-old man has gone missing in the area and authorities are asking the public's help in locating him. Police have issued an alert for Dover resident Kevin Brown, who was reported missing from the Crystal House Manor on Mill Stree…
29 Arrested During Protest At Energy Facility In Area 29 Arrested During Protest At Energy Facility In Area
29 Arrested During Protest At Energy Facility In Area A total of 29 people were arrested during a protest at the Crickett Valley Energy facility in Dover. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police said the 29 were charged during the early morning hours on Saturday, Nov. 15, said Dutchess County Sheriff's Office Capt. John Watterson. A large group of the protestors gained access to the facility ground, with most of the group blocking the entrance while a smaller group climbed up onto smokestacks on the property, Watterson said. The protesters’ actions resulted in a large law enforcement response from bo…
Orange County Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop Orange County Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop
Orange County Resident Charged With DWI In State Police Stop Eighteen motorists in the Hudson Valley were among 25 arrested by New York State Police troopers. Local residents charged were:  Westchester County On Friday, Sept. 6, State Police from Hawthorne arrested Miriam Regan, 53, of Mount Pleasant, for DWI. She was traveling on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Mount Pleasant, when she was involved in a motor vehicle crash. Investigation revealed she was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Sept. 7, State Police from Hawthorne arrested Joseph A. Ramos, 35, of Yonkers, for Aggravated DWI. He was traveling …