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Kathy Reakes

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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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Iconic Ferris Wheel Reopens At Palisades Center In West Nyack With Special Event Iconic Ferris Wheel Reopens At Palisades Center In West Nyack With Special Event
Iconic Ferris Wheel Reopens At Palisades Center In West Nyack With Special Event The Ferris wheel at Palisades Center in West Nyack is spinning again!  The state’s only indoor Ferris wheel has officially reopened this week, bringing back a beloved attraction for visitors of all ages. Located on Level Three in the Food Court, the 60-foot-tall attraction is New York’s only indoor Ferris wheel and operates daily from 12:30 to 8 p.m. To celebrate the grand reopening, Palisades Center will host a “Wheel-ebration” on Saturday, Jan. 18, from 12 to 3 p.m.  The family-friendly event will feature a ribbon-cutting, live entertainment, cotton candy for attendees, and ha…

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News
Newburgh Man Sentenced To 19 Years For Attempted Murder And Gang-Related Violence Newburgh Man Sentenced To 19 Years For Attempted Murder And Gang-Related Violence
Newburgh Man Sentenced To 19 Years For Attempted Murder And Gang-Related Violence A Hudson Valley man was sentenced to 19 years in prison for his role in multiple violent gang-related incidents in 2023, including a stabbing, shooting, and assault. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that Jesus Bravo, age 26, of Newburgh, was sentenced on Monday, Jan. 6.  Bravo pleaded guilty to attempted murder, criminal possession of a weapon, and two counts of assault in connection with three violent incidents in 2023. Hoovler said the charges stemmed from a series of gang-related attacks beginning in September 2023 when Bravo and co-defendant Wilmer R…

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Police & Fire
Dramatic Ice Rescue At Glen Spey Lake Saves 2 Skaters, 1 Who Fell Into Water Dramatic Ice Rescue At Glen Spey Lake Saves 2 Skaters, 1 Who Fell Into Water
Dramatic Ice Rescue At Glen Spey Lake Saves 2 Skaters, 1 Who Fell Into Water Emergency crews staged a dramatic rescue in Sullivan County at Mohican Lake after a man was found half-submerged in icy waters and a woman stranded nearby.  The rescue occurred around 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, in Glen Spey. According to Lumberland Fire Chief Eric Robles, with swift action from multiple agencies, the man and the woman who had been ice skating were rescued and transported for medical care. Robles said responders discovered the man who had mistakenly skated right into the water about 160 feet from shore. He was half-submerged in the icy lake and was in critical conditio…

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Lifestyle
Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Palisades Center Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Palisades Center
Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Palisades Center You might not expect to find a refined tribute to Mesoamerican culinary traditions in a mall. Still, Carlitos Tequileria at the Palisades Center in West Nyack is here to challenge that notion.  This 200-seat restaurant is the latest venture by Carlos Castillo, his wife Sabrina, and partners Fernando Campo and Martín E. Moliné. It brings the flavors and traditions of Latin America to Rockland County. Carlitos Tequileria is more than just a restaurant—it's not strictly Mexican. The owners describe their new venture as "celebrating heritage, community, and the immigrant experience." The …

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Lifestyle
It's Cookie Time! Girl Scouts Heart Of Hudson Launch 2025 Season It's Cookie Time! Girl Scouts Heart Of Hudson Launch 2025 Season
It's Cookie Time! Girl Scouts Heart Of Hudson Launch 2025 Season Forget the salads and that New Year's resolution, at least for a cookie or two, because the sweetest season of year is here, it's Girl Scout Cookie time! Starting Monday, Jan. 20, cookie lovers across the Hudson Valley can support local Girl Scouts while stocking up on classic favorites like Thin Mints and Samoas. This year marks the farewell of the beloved Girl Scout S’mores cookie introduced in 2017, so grab them while you can! Oh, no. The S'more cookie is being phased out this year. Girl Scouts of Connecticut Word is the The Toast-Yay! introduced in 2021 is also being phased out.…

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Lifestyle
Popular Suffern BBQ Spot Fink's Staying Open After All Popular Suffern BBQ Spot Fink's Staying Open After All
Popular Suffern BBQ Spot Fink's Staying Open After All Fink’s BBQ has fired up the grill once again!  After David Finkelstein's popular barbecue spot announced it would be closing late last year (to the great disappointment of longtime customers), the eatery has officially reopened. And with it comes its signature flavors, revamped hours, and a fresh lineup of events. “We’re so grateful to our diehard fans for their support during our closure,” the Fink’s team shared. “Thanks to them, we’re back and ready to serve up everything you’ve been missing!” The Fink's comeback means the kitchen will be open for lunch Monday through Friday, …

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Sullivan County Offices To Close For National Day Of Mourning Sullivan County Offices To Close For National Day Of Mourning
Sullivan County Offices To Close For National Day Of Mourning Sullivan County government offices, including transfer stations and the Department of Motor Vehicles, will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 9, to observe the National Day of Mourning following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. According to County Spokesman Dan Hurst, essential services, including the 911 center, the Care Center, and the Sheriff’s Office, will continue operating as usual.  Legislature meetings scheduled for the day have also been canceled. Offices will remain open on Wednesday, Jan. 8, and resume normal operations on Friday, Jan. 10. Residents are encouraged to…

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Police & Fire
Fatal Dog Attack Leads To Negiglent Homicide Charge For Albany Man Fatal Dog Attack Leads To Negiglent Homicide Charge For Albany Man
Fatal Dog Attack Leads To Negiglent Homicide Charge For Albany Man A 44-year-old Capital Region man has been charged with criminally negligent homicide and manslaughter after his dogs mauled a man to death. Omar Daniels was indicted Friday, Jan. 3, in Albany County Court for the Wednesday, Oct. 9 attack, said  According to Megan Craft of the Albany Police Department, officers responded to the rear yard of 594 Central Ave. for reports of a man being attacked by several dogs.  Upon arrival, they found the dogs fatally attacking the man, and in an attempt to stop the attack, one of the officers discharged his duty weapon, striking at least one dog.…

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Police & Fire
Accord Woman Fleeing Traffic Stop Nabbed By Deputies, Police Say Accord Woman Fleeing Traffic Stop Nabbed By Deputies, Police Say
Accord Woman Fleeing Traffic Stop Nabbed By Deputies, Police Say A 55-year-old Hudson Valley woman is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop and leading deputies on a pursuit through Ulster County. Dawn Snyder, of Accord, was charged with multiple misdemeanor infractions, including unlawful fleeing of a police officer and resisting arrest on Sunday, Jan. 5, on Main Street in Stone Ridge. According to Lt. Collin Reynolds of the Ulster County Sheriff's Office, Snyder was driving the vehicle with a suspended registration due to a lapse in insurance coverage. While deputies were conducting their investigation, Snyder alle…

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Police & Fire
One Dead, One Injured In Violent Altercation At Newburgh Auto Parts Store One Dead, One Injured In Violent Altercation At Newburgh Auto Parts Store
One Dead, One Injured In Violent Altercation At Newburgh Auto Parts Store A violent altercation at an Orange County auto parts store left one man dead from a gunshot and another injured from stab wounds, police said. The incident occurred on Monday, Jan. 6, at the AutoZone store at 536 Broadway in Newburgh. According to Mike Neppl, spokesman for the city of Newburgh Police, officers responding to a call for a stabbing discovered two men injured at the store. One man had sustained stab wounds, while the other was shot at least once. Officers immediately rendered medical aid to both individuals. The man with stab wounds was transported to Montefiore St. Luke’s Hos…

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