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Orange County, NY

ID Released For HS Student Killed In Crash That Critically Injured 3 Others ID Released For HS Student Killed In Crash That Critically Injured 3 Others
ID Released For HS Student Killed In Crash That Critically Injured 3 Others School officials have released the identity of an 18-year-old killed in a crash in the region that critically injured three others. Teen Killed, 3 Critically Injured In Wallkill Crash In Orange County, Middletown High School senior Tifuci "TC" Reid died during the single-vehicle crash at 6:10 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, near 581 Midland Lakes Road in the Town of Wallkill.  "This loss has left us all in shock and sorrow, and words can hardly convey the depth of our grief at this time," Middletown Superintendent of Schools Amy Creeden said in a statement. According to Town of Wall…
Election 2024: Here's NY County-By-County Presidential Roundup, How Albany County Voted Election 2024: Here's NY County-By-County Presidential Roundup, How Albany County Voted
Election 2024: Here's NY County-By-County Presidential Roundup, How Albany County Voted Overall New York State Vote Election Districts Reporting: 13,077 of 13,357  Kamala Harris (D) 54.64%, 4,328,017 votes Donald Trump (R) 43.26%, 3,426,964 votes Breakdown: Albany County Harris 61.01% 87,849 Trump 36.48% 52,532 Allegany County Trump 71.63% 13,102 Harris 27.65% 5,058 Bronx County Harris 71.25% 244,385 Trump 26.69% 91,542 Broome County Trump 49.34% 42,644 Harris 48.70% 42,093 Cattaraugus County Trump 65.79% 21,936 Harris 32.73% 10,914 Cayuga County Trump 55.83% 19,959 Harris 42.74% 15,278 Chautauqua County T…
Teen Killed, 3 Critically Injured In Crash In Region Teen Killed, 3 Critically Injured In Crash In Region
Teen Killed, 3 Critically Injured In Crash In Region A teen was killed, and three others were critically injured in a single-vehicle crash in the region. ID Released For HS Student Killed In Hudson Valley Crash That Left 3 Others Critically Injured The collision occurred in Orange County at 6:10 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, near 581 Midland Lakes Road in Wallkill. According to Wallkill Police Deputy Chief Antonino Spano, when officers responded, they found a vehicle off the roadway into a telephone pole and three occupants inside the car, as well as a victim on the roadway. The vehicle's driver, an 18-year-old Wallkill resident, was suf…
Fire Company Financial Secretary In Region Admits Stealing $17K, DA Says Fire Company Financial Secretary In Region Admits Stealing $17K, DA Says
Fire Company Financial Secretary In Region Admits Stealing $17K, DA Says A financial secretary for a fire company in the region has admitted to stealing more than $17,000 from the department.  Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced on Friday, Nov. 1, that Lynn T. Simpson, age 43, of Wallkill, pled guilty to grand larceny in the Third Degree in connection with the theft of $17,947 from the parade fund of the Washington Heights Fire Company in Middletown.  As part of the plea agreement, Simpson will repay all the stolen money, Hoovler said. The department was scheduled to host a parade in September 2023, which includ…
5 Capital Region Men Nabbed On Gun Charges, Police Say 5 Capital Region Men Nabbed On Gun Charges, Police Say
5 Capital Region Men Nabbed On Gun Charges, Police Say Five people were charged with allegedly having loaded weapons during a Hudson Valley traffic stop. The incident occurred in Orange County around 3:40 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, in Wallkill. According to Lt. Robert McLymore of the Wallkill Police, the department, along with the New York State Police, performed a vehicle stop at Exit 116 on Route 17, which led to the arrest of five of the five suspects. A subsequent investigation resulted in the recovery of three loaded firearms, McLymore said. Those charged included: Capital Region resident Shawn A. Briggs, age 35, of Troy. …
Man From Region Admits Sex Abuse Of Child Under 11, Faces 18 Years In Prison, DA Says Man From Region Admits Sex Abuse Of Child Under 11, Faces 18 Years In Prison, DA Says
Man From Region Admits Sex Abuse Of Child Under 11, Faces 18 Years In Prison, DA Says A 73-year-old man has pleaded guilty to sex abuse of a child under the age of 11 for several years. Orange County resident Allan Bressler of Pine Bush made his plea in court on Thursday, Oct. 3, said Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. At the time of the plea, the District Attorney’s Office said it would recommend Bressler be sentenced to 18 years in state prison, followed by 10 years of post-release supervision.  At the time that he pleaded guilty, Bressler admitted that between March 2008 and February 2013, in the vicinity of his Pine Bush home, he engaged in two or…
5 From Capital Region Nabbed On Weapons Charges During Stop 5 From Capital Region Nabbed On Weapons Charges During Stop
5 From Capital Region Nabbed On Weapons Charges During Stop Five people were nabbed on alleged weapons-related charges during a traffic stop in the region. The incident occurred in Sullivan County at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, on Route 17K in the town of Bloomingburg.  Trooper Steven Nevel said troopers noticed a 2017 GMC Yukon traveling westbound on 17K, violating numerous vehicle and traffic laws. Troopers, with the assistance of the Wallkill Police Department in Orange County, made a traffic stop and identified the driver as Capital Region resident Albert Blowers, age 48, of Rensselaer, Nevel said.  While interviewing Blowers, troop…
Man From Region Tried To Orchestrate Murder Of Woman From Prison, DA Says Man From Region Tried To Orchestrate Murder Of Woman From Prison, DA Says
Man From Region Tried To Orchestrate Murder Of Woman From Prison, DA Says A man who is behind bars for life for killing a 21-year-old college student has been found guilty again of hiring a hitman from prison to kill another person. On Tuesday, Oct. 29, Cornelius Stubbs, age 53, of Newburgh, was convicted by a jury in Orange County Court of attempted murder for having attempted to cause the death of a Newburgh woman by commanding another man to kill her. At the trial, prosecutors argued that in October 2011, Stubbs attempted to cause the death of the mother of one of his children while she was in her home on Washington Street in Newburgh, by h…
9 Students, 1 Adult Injured In School Bus Crash In Region 9 Students, 1 Adult Injured In School Bus Crash In Region
9 Students, 1 Adult Injured In School Bus Crash In Region Nine students and an adult were injured during a two-vehicle crash involving a school bus in the region. The crash occurred in Orange County around 9 a.m., Monday, Oct. 28, at the intersection of Route 52 and Route 17 in the town of Crawford. According to Crawford Police Chief Dominick Blasko, a 2021 Dodge truck was traveling eastbound in the eastbound lane of Route 52 when it collided with a 2024 First Student school bus.   The First Student Bus was transporting 43 Pine Bush students to Edward J Russell Elementary School when the collision took place, Blasko said. The bus was ma…
Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: 26-Year-Old ID'd As Victim Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: 26-Year-Old ID'd As Victim
Fatal Hudson Valley Crash: 26-Year-Old ID'd As Victim A two-vehicle crash in the region claimed the life of one person and injured another. The collision occurred in Orange County at 11:15 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 24, on Route 32 in Newburgh. According to the town of Newburgh Police Lt. Matthew Nadolny, a preliminary investigation determined that a 2007 Ford Econoline van, operated by Leonel Marquez-Martinez, age 36, of Wallkill, was traveling southbound on  Route 32.  Nadolny said a 2015 Chevrolet Volt operated by Marcus Bennett, age 26, of Montgomery, was traveling northbound when the two crashed. Bennett was pronounce…
NY Business Admits $2.1 Million Medicaid Fraud, AG Says NY Business Admits $2.1 Million Medicaid Fraud, AG Says
NY Business Admits $2.1 Million Medicaid Fraud, AG Says A Hudson Valley business and three employees admitted stealing more than $2.1 million from Medicaid by submitting fake claims for service. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Tuesday, Oct. 22, that the Orange County owners of DYD Universe, a New York Medicaid-enrolled transportation company, have pleaded guilty for their roles in a scheme that stole more than $2.1 million from Medicaid and paid illegal kickbacks to Medicaid recipients.  According to James, Damir Yuldashev, age 64, his son Daler Yuldashev, age 38, and Daler’s mother, Nigina Iskandarova, age 60, all of Monr…
Massive Warehouses Planned For Region Causes Uproar From Residents Massive Warehouses Planned For Region Causes Uproar From Residents
Massive Warehouses Planned For Region Causes Uproar From Residents The development of two large warehouses in a small farming town in the region, with plans for more, has residents up in arms. Many say the developments come to their property line and cause health hazards.  The outrage, and now a committee to save the town #SaveWawayanda, is occurring in Orange County in Wawayanda. Residents filled the chamber during a Planning Board meeting on Friday, Oct. 18, to complain about the warehouses and the possible health hazards associated with hundreds of trucks coming and going from the buildings at all hours.  Resident George Alberston said one 4,…
$26.3 Million Road Project Begins In Region $26.3 Million Road Project Begins In Region
$26.3 Million Road Project Begins In Region Work has started on a section of Hudson Valley roadway to upgrade drainage systems, fortify stone, resurface the road, and more. According to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, the $26.3 million project begins Monday, Oct. 21, and will occur in Orange County along a 4.9-mile stretch of Route 9W atop Storm King Mountain in Cornwall and Highlands.  The scenic highway between Newburgh and Bear Mountain on the western side of the Hudson River serves as an essential access road for the US Military Academy at West Point and many other popular attractions in the Hudson Valley region. “New Yorkers n…
$50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Pair Of NY Stores: Here's Where $50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Pair Of NY Stores: Here's Where
$50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Pair Of NY Stores: Here's Where A pair of $50,000 Powerball tickets were sold for the Saturday, Oct. 19 in New York -- one on Long Island, and the other in the Hudson Valley. The third-place tickets were sold at: Lucky Star Liquor and Winer in Nassau County, located in Bellerose, on Hillside Avenue. Smokes 4 Less in Orange County, located on North Plank Road in Newburgh. The winning numbers for the Powerball game are drawn from a field of one to 69. The red Power Ball is drawn from a separate field of one to 26. The Powerball drawing is televised every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. 
6 Cows On Run After Tractor-Trailer Hauling Cattle Crashes In Region 6 Cows On Run After Tractor-Trailer Hauling Cattle Crashes In Region
6 Cows On Run After Tractor-Trailer Hauling Cattle Crashes In Region Six cows are on the loose tafter a trailer hauling cattle crashed, dumping 15 cows onto a busy highway.  The incident occurred in Orange County at 6:15 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 20, at the intersection of I-84 and Route 6 in Deerpark. According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 Kenworth carrying cows of various breeds was traveling west when the driver stated that his brakes failed.  Nevel said the vehicle exited I-84 and made a left turn onto Route 6 when it struck a guide rail and overturned, coming to rest on its si…
5 Nabbed On Gun Charges During Traffic Stop In Region, Police Say 5 Nabbed On Gun Charges During Traffic Stop In Region, Police Say
5 Nabbed On Gun Charges During Traffic Stop In Region, Police Say Five residents in the region, including three juveniles, were nabbed on alleged gun charges during a routine traffic stop.  The incident occurred in Orange County around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, on I-84 in Deerpark. According to New York State Police Trooper Steven Nevel, troopers initiated a traffic stop and identified the driver as Orange County resident Jaykris Vargas, age 23, of Middletown. While interviewing Vargas, troopers developed probable cause to search the vehicle. While searching the car, they located a loaded semi-automatic handgun, Nevel said. The vehicle was occu…
Woman From Region Gets 6 Months In Jail For Double-Fatal Hit-Run Crash Woman From Region Gets 6 Months In Jail For Double-Fatal Hit-Run Crash
Woman From Region Gets 6 Months In Jail For Double-Fatal Hit-Run Crash A woman has been sentenced to six months in jail for the double-fatal, hit-and-run crash in the region.  Orange County resident Angela Fischl, age 25, of Newburgh, pleaded guilty to two counts of leaving the scene of an incident resulting in death on Tuesday, Oct. 15, Following her plea, she was sentenced to five years probation and six months in the Ulster County Jail. Her driver’s license was also revoked, said Ulster County District Attorney Emmanuel Nneji. The plea and sentence are in connection to the Friday, March 1, hit-and-run resulting in the deaths of Ulster County residents…
Double-Fatal Crash: Men In 20s ID'd As Victims After Vehicle Hits Deer In Region Double-Fatal Crash: Men In 20s ID'd As Victims After Vehicle Hits Deer In Region
Double-Fatal Crash: Men In 20s ID'd As Victims After Vehicle Hits Deer In Region Two men from the region were killed when the vehicle they were riding struck a deer and then a tree, ejecting both. The incident occurred in Sullivan County at 6:45 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, in the area of 196 Rio Dam Road in Lumberland. According to Sullivan County Sheriff's Office Undersheriff Eric Chaboty, an investigation revealed that two men were riding a single four-wheel ATV westbound on Rio Dam Road when they struck a deer in the roadway.  Chaboty said this caused the quad to leave the pavement and strike a tree. Upon impact, both the driver and the passenger were ejected.  …
Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Region For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Region For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy
Lavish 1887 Tudor For Sale In Region For $9.9 Million Perfect For Privacy For those looking for ready-made luxury in a home that has been "artfully" restored from top to bottom, an 1887 manor in the Hudson Valley could hit the mark. Known for its architectural detail, the Orange County 12,000-foot estate in Tuxedo Park features three stories that include six bedrooms, five full baths, two half-baths, three staff/guest quarters, and 12 fireplaces, each hand-carved. There are also stained-glass Tiffany windows, a grand Baccarat chandelier, and too many other original luxuries to name, according to Zillow. Named the Breezes, Zillow says the Hudson Valley landmark is…
Fatal Crash Involving Deer: 28-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region Fatal Crash Involving Deer: 28-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region
Fatal Crash Involving Deer: 28-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region A young man has died after a vehicle crashed into a deer in the Hudson Valley. It happened around 6:50 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 in Orange County on Route 302 near the intersection with State Route 17K in the town of Crawford. Stephen Montgomery, age 28, of Pine Bush was operating a 2016 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound when the deer crossed his path, causing the collision. Montgomery’s motorcycle did continue down the roadway, striking a polyvinyl chloride pipe (PVC) pipe, the Crawford PD said. Montgomery was transported by Pine Bush ambulance to Garnet Medical …
7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Region 7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Region
7 Suspects Nabbed In Undercover Child Exploitation, Trafficking Detail In Region Seven suspects have been charged following an undercover child exploitation detail. It was conducted over several days by New York State Police and the FBI in Orange County, in the town of Wallkill. "The detail deployed highly trained Investigators and agents to infiltrate online platforms where these crimes are often facilitated," according to state police. "Utilizing advanced cyber tactics, Investigators and Agents were able to identify individuals attempting to exploit vulnerable children through the internet and meet them in person." As a result of the operation, the following ind…
$9.6M Scheme: NY Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy $9.6M Scheme: NY Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy
$9.6M Scheme: NY Businessman Admits To Bank Fraud Conspiracy The owner of a New York business admitted to running a multimillion-dollar check-kiting scheme to keep his company operating. Long Island resident John B. Mensch, age 54, pleaded guilty in connection with a nearly year-long fraud conspiracy involving banks in Suffolk County and the Hudson Valley, federal authorities announced Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 2. Mensch, of Quogue, faces up to five years’ imprisonment as well as financial penalties, including restitution to the two banks of approximately $9.6 million. According to court filings, Mensch was the owner and operator of East End, a…
$1 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Region $1 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Region
$1 Million Mega Millions Ticket Sold In Region Wow, a winning second-prize Mega Millions ticket was sold at a lucky Hudson Valley business. The $1 million ticket matched all five white balls for the Tuesday, Oct. 1 game and was sold in Orange County at the Smokes 4 Less Store on Plank Road in Newburgh. According to New York Lottery officials, the winning numbers for the game were 27-35-47-50-66 and a Mega Ball of 25. No one hit the jackpot on Tuesday, so the prize will grow to $108 million for the Friday, Oct. 4 drawing. The winning numbers for the Mega Millions game are drawn from a field of one to 70, and the Mega Ball is drawn…
Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Region Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Region
Missing Woman Found Dead At Bottom Of Cliff In Region A missing woman who had not been seen in a day was located by a New York State Police drone at the bottom of a Hudson Valley cliff.  The incident occurred in Orange County around 11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 27, at the Hawk's Nest in Sparrow Bush. According to State Police Trooper Steven Nevel, the 41-year-old New York City woman from Brooklyn, had been reported missing to the New York City Police on Thursday, Sept. 26.  Nevel said Deerpark Police located a 2008 Honda FIT registered to the missing woman at a pull-off area along Route 97.  A state police pilot conducted a search u…
Memorial Set For Student Killed In Crash In Region That Injured 3 Others Memorial Set For Student Killed In Crash In Region That Injured 3 Others
Memorial Set For Student Killed In Crash In Region That Injured 3 Others A teen who died in a single-vehicle Hudson Valley crash is being remembered for having an "Old Soul" and being a modern-day Renaissance man. Related Story: Minisink Valley Community Rallies To Support Family Of 17-Year-Old Killed In Crash Orange County resident Jack Braun of Slate Hill, a hamlet of Wawayanda, died in Sullivan County around 1:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, on Route 17 West in Mamakating in a single-vehicle crash. According to his obituary, Braun, a student at Minisink Valley High School, was born an ‘old soul' and was passionate about history, film, and music.  His…
Retired NY Judge Commits Suicide As FBI Moves In To Arrest Him, Officials Say Retired NY Judge Commits Suicide As FBI Moves In To Arrest Him, Officials Say
Retired NY Judge Commits Suicide As FBI Moves In To Arrest Him, Officials Say A retired Hudson Valley judge and former assistant district attorney shot himself during an FBI raid at his home, according to multiple published reports. The incident occurred in Orange County early Tuesday, Sept. 24, in Campbell Hall. Law enforcement sources told ABC News 7 that Stewart Rosenwasser, a retired Orange County judge and former executive assistant district attorney of Campbell Hall, was being charged in a corruption case for allegedly taking bribes. The FBI released the following statement regarding the incident: "The FBI is reviewing an agent-involved shooting that occu…
New Fatal Crash Update: 17-Year-Old Victim From HS In Region ID'd, Driver Charged New Fatal Crash Update: 17-Year-Old Victim From HS In Region ID'd, Driver Charged
New Fatal Crash Update: 17-Year-Old Victim From HS In Region ID'd, Driver Charged New York State Police have identified the high school student killed in a crash and charged the driver of the vehicle. The crash occurred in Sullivan County around 1:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 22, on Route 17 West in Mamakating. The student killed, and the passengers attended Minisink Valley High School in Orange County, according to the district's superintendent Brian C. Monahan.  Original report - Minisink Valley High School Student Killed, 3 Injured During Crash In Region According to New York State Police Trooper Steven Nevel, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2014 …
High School Student Killed, 3 Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Region High School Student Killed, 3 Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Region
High School Student Killed, 3 Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Region A 17-year-old high school student was killed, and three other passengers were injured during a single-vehicle crash in the region. New Fatal Crash Update: 17-Year-Old Victim From HS In Hudson Valley ID'd, Driver Charged The incident occurred in Sullivan County on Route 17 in Mamakating at about 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22. State Police Trooper Steven Nevel confirmed one teenager had been killed and the three others hospitalized. The student killed, and the passengers attended Minisink Valley High School in Orange County, according to the district's superintendent Brian C. Monahan.&nb…
Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region
Fatal Crash: 19-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Region A 19-year-old was killed in a two-vehicle crash after he allegedly ran a red light in the region, striking another car. The incident occurred in Dutchess County on Monday, Sept. 2, on Route 9 near the Alpine Commons in the town of Wappinger around 10 p.m. According to Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police, an initial investigation determined a 2006 Honda 999, driven by Orange County resident Dante Crespo, age 19, of Monroe, was northbound on Route 9 and ran a red light striking a 2009 Lexus ES250 making a lefthand turn into the Alpine Commons parking lot. Troopers and responding em…
Store In Region Permanently Closes After 37-Year Run Store In Region Permanently Closes After 37-Year Run
Store In Region Permanently Closes After 37-Year Run After 37 years of business in the region, a popular discount store has decided to close its doors permanently. Located in Ulster County, the Kingston Just-A-Buck and Beyond store at 264 Plaza Road in Kingston Plaza said it has decided to close this location.  "We are so grateful for the wonderful staff and customers we have met and shared the last 37 years with," store officials said. "We will surely miss you all. Much thanks for all of your support throughout the years, it has been greatly appreciated." The store held deep discount sales until the final day in the last week of Augus…
Drug Task Force Apprehends Fentanyl Dealer In Region Drug Task Force Apprehends Fentanyl Dealer In Region
Drug Task Force Apprehends Fentanyl Dealer In Region A drug task force nabbed an alleged fentanyl dealer following an ongoing investigation in the region. The arrest occurred in Dutchess County in Poughkeepsie on Thursday, Aug. 22. According to Det. Sgt. Adam Harris of the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force, the unit has been investigating the transportation and sale of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs being brought into Dutchess County from Orange County in Newburgh.  During the ongoing investigation, the drug dealer was identified as Antwan J. Wakely Jr, age 31, of Newburgh, who sold fentanyl and ot…