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Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In Monticello, Sheriff Says Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In Monticello, Sheriff Says
Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In Monticello, Sheriff Says Two people were arrested after sheriff's deputies served a warrant at an apartment in the region known as a frequent drug den. The incident took place in Sullivan County around 3 a.m., Friday, June 9 at 18 Roosevelt Place, Apartment 16 in Monticello. "The residence is well known in the neighborhood as a drug-prone location where the injection and smoking of illicit substances take place," said Sullivan County Undersheriff Eric Chaboty. Seven people were removed from the apartment, none of whom lived there, Chaboty said.  Detectives charged Sullivan County resident Lauren T. Stack, ag…
Woman Airlifted To Hospital After Crash Between Car, Tractor-Trailer In Area Woman Airlifted To Hospital After Crash Between Car, Tractor-Trailer In Area
Woman Airlifted To Hospital After Crash Between Car, Tractor-Trailer In Area A Hudson Valley woman was seriously injured following a crash with a tractor-trailer. The crash took place in Orange County around 11:15 a.m., Thursday, June 1 in the town of Newburgh. According to Lt, Peter Talarico, of the town of Newburgh Police, officers on the scene found an accident involving a 2008 Infinity and a 2002 tractor-trailer.  Preliminary investigations show the tractor-trailer,  driven by a 42-year-old Sullivan County man from Wurtsboro, was traveling southbound on Route 300. The 2008 Infinity, driven by a 62-year-old New Windsor woman, was traveli…
Ex-Highway Superintendent In Area Sentenced For Sexual Conduct Against Child Ex-Highway Superintendent In Area Sentenced For Sexual Conduct Against Child
Ex-Highway Superintendent In Area Sentenced For Sexual Conduct Against Child An ex-highway superintendent and fire chief from the region has been sentenced to prison for sexually assaulting a child under the age of 13. Sullivan County resident Robert Hufcut, age 56, of Wurtsboro, was sentenced to 22 years in prison followed by 20 years of post-release supervision, said Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. Hufcut was the Mamakating Highway Superintendent and Summitville Fire Department Chief in Sullivan County. Earlier story: Sullivan County Highway Super Nabbed On Child Sex Charges, Police Say The jury found that Hufcut had, over a period of time no…
36 Nabbed In Drug Bust Centered In Area 36 Nabbed In Drug Bust Centered In Area
36 Nabbed In Drug Bust Centered In Area A four-month-long investigation into drug trafficking in the region led to the arrest of 36 people and the seizure of a large number of drugs. The investigation, dubbed “Operation Final Blow” was initially started by the City of Port Jervis Police Department, and also included: The Orange County Drug Task Force The New York State Police Violent Gang and Narcotics Enforcement Team The Pike County Criminal Investigations Division of the Pike County District Attorney’s Office The Orange County District Attorney’s Office, and The investigation included the use of court-ordered e…
22-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Crash In Wurtsboro 22-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Crash In Wurtsboro
22-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Crash In Wurtsboro A 22-year-old Hudson Valley man was killed in a head-on crash in the region that sent another driver to the hospital. The wreck happened at around 7:45 a.m. Friday, July 15, in Sullivan County on State Route 209, according to New York State Police. Investigators said a 2010 Toyota Venza was traveling northbound in the Village of Wurtsboro when it crossed the center line, striking a 2020 Dodge Charger driving on the southbound side. The impact left the driver of the Toyota, identified as Orange County resident Shumaar Seward, of Middletown, trapped in his vehicle until troopers and medics w…
Sullivan County Highway Super Nabbed On Child Sex Charges, Police Say Sullivan County Highway Super Nabbed On Child Sex Charges, Police Say
Sullivan County Highway Super Nabbed On Child Sex Charges, Police Say A fire chief and town highway superintendent in the region has been arrested for alleged sex crimes against a child.  Sullivan County resident Robert Hufcut, age 55, of Wurtsboro, was arrested on Tuesday, May 31, for several sex crimes following a months-long investigation. Hufcut, who is the Mamakating Highway Superintendent and Summitville Fire Department Chief in Sullivan County, has been charged with predatory sexual assault against a child and course of sexual conduct against a child, said Trooper Steven Nevel, of the New York State Police. A several months-long investigation was…
Details Emerge On Apparent Love Triangle In Area Murder-Suicide Details Emerge On Apparent Love Triangle In Area Murder-Suicide
Details Emerge On Apparent Love Triangle In Area Murder-Suicide New information has emerged after an off-duty NYPD police officer followed his wife and her 20-year-old dog walker to a Hudson Valley hotel before chasing them in a vehicle and then gunning down her alleged lover and killing himself, according to the New York Post. The incident took place in Orange County in the town of Wallkill around und 10:30 p.m., Sunday, May 9 in the parking lot of the Buffalo Wild Wings. When officers arrived on the scene at the Buffalo Wild Wings they found Sean Armstead, age 36, of Port Jervis, and Sullivan County resident Edward Wilkins, age 20, of Wurtsboro, said…
IDs Released In Murder-Suicide At Area Restaurant Parking Lot Involving Cop IDs Released In Murder-Suicide At Area Restaurant Parking Lot Involving Cop
IDs Released In Murder-Suicide At Area Restaurant Parking Lot Involving Cop Police have released the names of two men killed during a murder-suicide in the parking lot of a Hudson Valley restaurant. The incident took place in Orange County in the town of Wallkill around 10:30 p.m., Sunday, May 8. When officers arrived on the scene at the Buffalo Wild Wings they found Sean Armstead, age 36, of Port Jervis, and Sullivan County resident Edward Wilkins, age 20, of Wurtsboro, said Lt. Robert McLymore, of the town of Wallkill Police.  Armstead was an officer with the NYPD, McLymore said. A Glock 19 handgun and several spent shells were recovered from the scene, Mc…
Sullivan County Man Behind Bars Following Road-Rage Incident Sullivan County Man Behind Bars Following Road-Rage Incident
Sullivan County Man Behind Bars Following Road-Rage Incident A 34-year-old man is behind bars following an alleged road-rage incident in the region. Sullivan County resident Ricardo Appling was arrested on Sunday, March 14, by New York State Police following the incident on  Route 17 in Wurtsboro, said Trooper Steven Nevel. According to Nevel, state police from the Wurtsboro barracks responded to a 911 call of a person driving a red Honda Civic Del Sol in an erratic manner and menacing the driver of another vehicle.  The vehicles exited State Route 17 at exit 112. Appling, of Wurtsboro, allegedly stopped his vehicle and prevented the othe…
Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan County Man Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan County Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan County Man Seen him? New York State Police investigators in the Hudson Valley issued an alert for a wanted Wurtsboro man who was arrested for allegedly stealing a debit card from a mailbox before using it at several local businesses. Louis Bettino, 33, who is also wanted by New York State Police in Rhinebeck and the Newburgh Town Police, was charged with fourth-degree robbery following his arrest in Sullivan County, and he later failed to make court appearances, leading to the latest bench warrant that was issued for his arrest. Bettino waas also arrested last summer in Orange County where he was ch…
COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Restaurant In Sullivan County COVID-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Restaurant In Sullivan County
Covid-19: New Alert Issued For Exposure At Restaurant In Sullivan County Health authorities have issued a new alert for COVID-19 exposure at a restaurant in the area. Sullivan County Public Health Services has confirmed that at least one individual at La Mananitas, an eatery serving Mexican food in Wurtsboro, tested positive for COVID. A second case linked to that one is likely, pending test results, the department said. Public Health Services is advising that anyone who was in this business, located at 158 Sullivan Street in Wurtsboro, on the following dates may have been exposed to coronavirus: Friday, Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28 …
These Ulster, Sullivan County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal These Ulster, Sullivan County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal
These Ulster, Sullivan County Communities Among Best Places To Live, Brand-New Rankings Reveal Ulster and Sullivan counties are well-represented in Niche’s brand-new 2020 Best Places to Live list. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. Other factors are listed here. Hurley, cited as a "small, quiet, scenic town", is the No. 1-rated municipality in Ulster. You can read the Niche entry here. Hurley is followed by No. 2 West Hurley, No. 3 Zena, No. 4 Tillson and No. 5 Kingston to make up the Top 5 for Ulster County. You can view each entry and the entire list for Ulster County here. Rock Hill, Wurtsbor…
State Police Issue Alert For Sullivan County Man Wanted On Menacing Charge State Police Issue Alert For Sullivan County Man Wanted On Menacing Charge
State Police Issue Alert For Sullivan County Man Wanted On Menacing Charge Seen him? A man wanted by New York State Police investigators in the Hudson Valley are attempting to locate a man who was arrested for pulling out a knife and cutting his victim during an altercation. New York State Police in Sullivan County issued an alert for Stevie Gonzalez, who was arrested and charged with second-degree menacing after being involved in a physical altercation, brandishing a knife and using it on the person he was fighting with. An arrest warrant was issued for Gonzalez out of the Town of Thompson Court after he failed to appear to respond to the charge. Gonzalez, 31,…
One Killed, One Seriously Injured In Sullivan County Plane Crash One Killed, One Seriously Injured In Sullivan County Plane Crash
One Killed, One Seriously Injured In Sullivan County Plane Crash One man was killed and another seriously injured in a single-engine plane crash in the area. It happened on Friday, June 5 at approximately 7:10 p.m. at the Wurtsboro–Sullivan County Airport in the town of Mamakating.  The two occupants of the single-engine challenger plane were both licensed pilots, State Police said.  Eddy R. Santana, 41, of Wurtsboro was found dead at the scene, according to police. Raymond Ellery, 42 of Poughkeepsie, was airlifted to Westchester Medical Center with multiple injuries.  The FAA and NTSB responded to the scene.  …
COVID-19: Here's Rundown Of Hospitalization Trends, Cases As Ulster, Sullivan Eye Reopening COVID-19: Here's Rundown Of Hospitalization Trends, Cases As Ulster, Sullivan Eye Reopening
Covid-19: Here's Rundown Of Hospitalization Trends, Cases As Ulster, Sullivan Eye Reopening There are now less than 650 active novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in both Ulster and Sullivan counties as the region inches closer to reopening its economy. As of late Wednesday, May 20, there have been 1,621 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster County, with 640 still active. In Sullivan County, there have been 1,252 confirmed cases, with 267 still active. The Ulster County Health Department is reporting 71 COVID-19 fatalities, while there have been 28 deaths attributed to the virus in Sullivan County. In Ulster County, 910 COVID-19 patients have been treated and released, while 2,216 S…
COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns There are less than 1,000 active cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ulster and Sullivan counties. As of late Friday, May 15, there have been 1,563 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster County, with 660 still active. In Sullivan County, there have been 1,174 confirmed cases, with 322 still active. The Ulster County Health Department is reporting 64 COVID-19 fatalities, while there have been 28 deaths attributed to the virus in Sullivan County. In Ulster County, 839 COVID-19 patients have been treated and released, while 1,957 Sullivan County residents who were isolated have since been d…
COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns There continue to be newly reported cases related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in both Ulster and Sullivan counties. As of Monday, May 11, there have been a total of 1,505 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster County, with nearly 900 still active.  In Sullivan County, there have been 1,018 confirmed cases, with 337 still active.  Health officials in Ulster said that 637 COVID-19 patients have recovered, while 681 patients in Sullivan have recovered. There have been 58 COVID-19 fatalities in Ulster, and 25 in Sullivan County since the outbreak began in early March. Earlier …
COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) death toll in both Ulster and Sullivan counties continues to be on the rise. As of Wednesday, May 6, there have been a total of 1,441 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with 837 still active. In Sullivan County, there have been 975 confirmed cases, with 377 still active. Health officials in Ulster said that 604 COVID-19 patients have recovered, while 598 patients in Sullivan have recovered. There have been 49 COVID-19 fatalities in Ulster, and 25 in Sullivan County since the outbreak began in early March. Earlier story - COVID-19: Majority Now Being Hospitaliz…
COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns New deaths tied to novel coronavirus (COVID-19) were reported in both Ulster and Sullivan counties over the weekend. As of Monday, May 4, there are a total of 792 active COVID-19 cases in Ulster County, with 955 positive cases in Sullivan County, with 396 active. There have been 44 COVID-19 deaths in Ulster, and 23 fatalities in Sullivan County during the 65 days of the pandemic. In Ulster, there have been 1,414 residents who tested positive, while 6,038 have tested negatively for COVID-19. There have been 578 COVID-19 patients who have been treated at area hospitals and since released aft…
COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19:  Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns There were two new novel coronavirus (COVID-19) deaths in Ulster County, as cases there and in Sullivan County remained relatively steady day-to-day. As of Friday, May 1, there have been 20 new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster County, bringing the total to 1,358. There were 32 new COVID-19 cases in Sullivan County for a total of 887 since the outbreak began in early March. There have been 37 COVID-19 deaths in Ulster, and 22 fatalities in Sullivan County. In Ulster, there have been 5,497 residents who have tested negatively for COVID-19, while 553 COVID-19 patients have been treated at a…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns There were several new fatalities tied to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ulster County while the death toll Sullivan County remained steady as confirmed cases continue to increase. As of Thursday, April 30, there have been 1,338 confirmed COVID-19 cases that have resulted in 35 deaths in Ulster County. In Sullivan County, there have been 845 confirmed cases, which led to 22 fatalities. In Ulster, there have been 5,285 residents who have tested negatively for COVID-19, while 452 COVID-19 patients have been treated at area hospitals and since released after showing no signs of the virus …
COVID-19: Latest Overview Of Ulster, Sullivan Cases By Towns COVID-19: Latest Overview Of Ulster, Sullivan Cases By Towns
Covid-19: Latest Overview Of Ulster, Sullivan Cases By Towns There was one new fatality tied to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Sullivan County as cases there and in Ulster County continue to increase. As of Tuesday, April 28, 2020, there have been 788 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sullivan, resulting in 22 deaths. In Ulster, there have been 1,294 positive cases, leading to the death of 24 area residents.  In Sullivan, there are currently 1,175 COVID-19 patients in quarantine, while 986 were treated, self resolved, and are now out of isolation. In Ulster, there have been 4,856 patients who tested negative for COVID-19, while 280 have been…
COVID-19: 41 Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19: 41 Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: 41 Here's Latest Rundown Of Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns New deaths due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Ulster and Sullivan counties. There have now been a total of 1,143 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster, which resulted in 23 deaths, while there have been 630 confirmed cases in Sullivan, including 17 fatalities, as the numbers being reported in each county on Friday, April 24. In Ulster, there have been 4,198 patients who tested negative for COVID-19, while 161 have been treated at area hospitals and since released after showing no symptoms of the virus. In Ulster, COVID-19 cases were reported in: City of Kingston: …
COVID-19: 41 Here's New Update On Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns COVID-19: 41 Here's New Update On Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns
Covid-19: 41 Here's New Update On Cases In Ulster, Sullivan By Towns New deaths due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Ulster and Sullivan counties. There have now been a total of 1,095 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster, which resulted in 21 deaths, while there have been 630 confirmed cases in Sullivan, including 17 fatalities, as of Thursday, April 23. In Ulster, there have been 4,030 patients who tested negative for COVID-19, while 161 have been treated at area hospitals and since released after showing no symptoms of the virus. In Ulster, COVID-19 cases were reported in: City of Kingston: 141; Plattekill: 113; Lloyd: 105; Shawan…
Sullivan County Launches COVID-19 Tracking Map: Here Are Totals By Town, Along With Ulster Sullivan County Launches COVID-19 Tracking Map: Here Are Totals By Town, Along With Ulster
Sullivan County Launches Covid-19 Tracking Map: Here Are Totals By Town, Along With Ulster The total number of confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Ulster and Sullivan counties has topped 1,000 as Sullivan has just launched its own tracking map of cases. As of Wednesday, April 22, there have been 1,049 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Ulster, which have resulted in 19 deaths, while there have been 592 confirmed cases in Sullivan, which have led to 14 deaths since the outbreak began. Sullivan County officials launched the map this week, which highlights the active cases throughout the county. “This map generally displays where Sullivan County residents who have tested posit…
Sullivan County Man, 21, Killed In Crash Between Pickup Truck, Motorcycle Sullivan County Man, 21, Killed In Crash Between Pickup Truck, Motorcycle
Sullivan County Man, 21, Killed In Crash Between Pickup Truck, Motorcycle A 21-year-old man driving a motorcycle was killed after being involved in a crash with a pickup truck in the area, police said. New York State Police troopers from the Middletown and Wurtsboro barracks were dispatched to Bloomingburg Road in Wallkill, where there was a report of a crash involving a truck and motorcyclist. According to police, the investigation determined that a man driving a 2006 Suzuki motorcycle was traveling north on Bloomingburg Road when he struck a 2006 Ford F350 pickup truck that was traveling south and turning onto Allen Lane. Police said that the motorcyclist, Sul…
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias. National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias.
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias. National Pizza Week started Sunday, Jan. 12. Craving a savory slice of pizza from Sullivan County? Look no further than these eateries, which were rated on Google as some of the best places for pizza in the area. Benji & Jake's (5 Horseshoe Lake Road in Kauneonga Lake) With an impressive 4.5/5-star rating on Google, Benji & Jake's features much more than pizza on its expansive menu. From high-end meat cuts to vegetarian options like tomato fettuccine and fried vegetarian dumplings, there’s no doubt that those with even the pickiest palates will find something to enjoy. Of course, …
Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan Man Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan Man
Alert Issued For Wanted Sullivan Man An alert has been issued by New York State Police in Wurtsboro for a wanted man who was allegedly busted with crack cocaine during a traffic stop in Monticello. Malcolm Hagans is wanted by State Police and the Sullivan County Court after being arrested and charged with fourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance. Hagans, 33, was stopped in Monticello by State Police troopers in 2017 after committing a vehicle and traffic violation. During the stop, Hagans admitted smoking marijuana earlier in the day and handed burnt marijuana cigarettes to the trooper. Further investigatio…
Sullivan County Duo Charged With Burglary, Assault Sullivan County Duo Charged With Burglary, Assault
Sullivan County Duo Charged With Burglary, Assault Two men from the area have been charged with burglary and assault, police say. New York State Police at Wurtsboro arrested Sullivan County residents Homer Caceres, 51 and Keshawn Tate, 22, both of Woodridge, on Monday, Dec. 9. The arrests come as a result of a November incident where police say the men unlawfully entered a residence and assaulted the victim. Caceres and Tate were charged with first-degree burglary and second-degree assault, both felonies. They were arraigned in the Town of Mamakating and remanded to Sullivan County Jail on $40,000 bail.
Sullivan Man Wanted For Criminal Possession Of Weapon, Bail Jumping Sullivan Man Wanted For Criminal Possession Of Weapon, Bail Jumping
Sullivan Man Wanted For Criminal Possession Of Weapon, Bail Jumping An alert has been issued for a wanted man considered to be violent by New York State Police in Sullivan County. Daniel McKoy is wanted by New York State Police in Wurtsboro for criminal possession of a weapon and bail jumping. Police said that McKoy was initially arrested on the weapons charge and the bail jumping charge was later tacked on when he was arrested in California and extradited back to New York. Upon accepting the plea deal, McKoy posted bail while he awaited his sentencing. McKoy did not return for sentencing and an arrest warrant was issued for his arrest from Sullivan C…
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County Craving a savory slice of pizza from Sullivan County? Look no further than these eateries, which were rated on Google as some of the best places for pizza in the area. Benji & Jake's (5 Horseshoe Lake Road in Kauneonga Lake) With an impressive 4.5/5-star rating on Google, Benji & Jake's features much more than pizza on its expansive menu. From high-end meat cuts to vegetarian options like tomato fettuccine and fried vegetarian dumplings, there’s no doubt that those with even the pickiest palates will find something to enjoy. Of course, Benji & Jake's is clearly known for its sp…