New Pizzeria, Planet Wings Opening In Area New Pizzeria, Planet Wings Opening In Area
New Pizzeria, Planet Wings Opening In Area A popular eatery is making its way back home to the area next door to a brand-new pizzeria. Planet Wings, which was a staple in Poughkeepsie until an electrical fire forced its owners to close in 2017, is set to reopen at a new location.  With the popular wing joint will come the new Pizza E Birra next door, on Main Street, which will feature a traditional Italian menu. Both eateries will officially open their doors to the public on Monday, March 2. The latest Planet Wings restaurant joins locations throughout the Hudson Valley and New Jersey. Currently, in New York, there are locat…
Police Warn Of Armed Robberies Connected To Gaming Systems Sales Set Up Online Police Warn Of Armed Robberies Connected To Gaming Systems Sales Set Up Online
Police Warn Of Armed Robberies Connected To Gaming Systems Sales Set Up Online Police are warning residents that in the past three weeks there have been three armed robberies, including two people who were selling gaming systems on Facebook, in the City of Poughkeepsie. Between Jan. 26, and Tuesday, Feb. 11, there have been three robberies in the upper Main Street area between North White Street and Grand Avenue, said City of Poughkeepsie Police Det. Lt. Matt Clark. In two of the robberies, the victims had been selling gaming systems on Facebook and had agreed to meet with a prospective buyer in that area of Main Street to complete the sale, Clark said. The buyers ha…
Popular Area Restaurant Closes After 14 Years In Business Popular Area Restaurant Closes After 14 Years In Business
Popular Area Restaurant Closes After 14 Years In Business A favorite spot for foodies across the area who loved the tasting nights and other staples has closed its doors for good. The Artist's Palate, tucked into a row of businesses on Main Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, had offered vegetarian and imaginative regional plates for the past 14 years. Owner and chef Charles Fells said on Facebook that it was time to say goodbye and continue on with his other projects, including Canvas, a private catering business, and the ultra-popular, Brasserie 292, also on Main Street. "It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closure of TAP for good…
Four Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Four Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Four Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers removed two dozen motorists from area roadways during the extended Veterans Day holiday weekend. Local residents charged include:  Westchester County On Saturday, Nov. 9, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Otis L. Martin, 36, of Croton-on-Hudson, for DWI. He was traveling on Route 9 in the village of Croton-on-Hudson, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, Nov. 10, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Victor M. Lojano Ch…
Woman Arrested After Attacking Shoppers, Police Officer At Local Store Woman Arrested After Attacking Shoppers, Police Officer At Local Store
Woman Arrested After Attacking Shoppers, Police Officer At Local Store A 39-year-old woman was arrested by police, but not without a fight, after allegedly hitting customers at a local store and then Town of Poughkeepsie police when they attempted to arrest her. Rashina McKinnon, address unknown, was arrested around 1:52 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 4, after Town of Poughkeepsie police were called to the R&K Grocery at 737 Main St., said Capt. Michael O'Dowd. When officers arrived on the scene, they learned that McKinnon had allegedly repeatedly hit customers and refused to leave the store, O'Dowd said. When she saw the police officers, McKinnon allegedly stole …
Man, Woman Nabbed With Loaded Firearm During Town of Poughkeepsie Traffic Stop, Police Say Man, Woman Nabbed With Loaded Firearm During Town of Poughkeepsie Traffic Stop, Police Say
Man, Woman Nabbed With Loaded Firearm During Town of Poughkeepsie Traffic Stop, Police Say A man and a woman one who tried to flee from police were arrested following a traffic stop for alleged criminal possession of a loaded weapon. The incident took place around 12:45 a.m., Friday, July 26, when Town of Poughkeepsie Police officers stopped a vehicle on Main Street, said the Lt. Michael O’Dowd. During the stop, officers located a loaded firearm inside the vehicle and arrested  Shaquille D. Heirs, 25, and Angelica D. Scott, 28, both of Poughkeepsie, O'Dowd said. Heirs attempted to flee from officers on foot but was caught a short time later. Both were c…
Man Caught With Cocaine During Traffic Stop In Area, Police Say Man Caught With Cocaine During Traffic Stop In Area, Police Say
Man Caught With Cocaine During Traffic Stop In Area, Police Say A Poughkeepsie man was allegedly nabbed with cocaine during a traffic stop. Hector R. Ramos, 32, was arrested following a stop on Main Street on Monday, July 22, said Town of Poughkeepsie Police Officer Matthew Galli. A police investigation found that Ramos was allegedly in possession of approximately 1.5 grams of cocaine and that he was driving without a valid license, Galli said. Ramos was charged with possession of a controlled substance and driving without a license. He was remanded to the Dutchess County Jail on $10,000 cash/$20,000 bond.  He is scheduled to appear in court…
These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York
These Area Burger Joints Rank Among Best In Upstate New York The Hudson Valley is home to some of the state’s juiciest, beefiest burgers, according to a newly released report. NewYorkUpstate.com took a deep dive into some of the Empire State’s best burger joints and using data from Yelp, released the new report of eateries in the area that are the 31 best burger restaurants in upstate New York. According to the report, factors that determine ranking include the number of reviews, star ranking, and number of negative reviews.”Best" is measured using an algorithm that looks at the number of reviews, star rating for a business, length of time a business…
Man With 17 License Suspensions Found Asleep With Crack In Car, Town of Poughkeepsie Police Say Man With 17 License Suspensions Found Asleep With Crack In Car, Town of Poughkeepsie Police Say
Man With 17 License Suspensions Found Asleep With Crack In Car, Town of Poughkeepsie Police Say A man with 17 suspensions on his license was found asleep behind the wheel near a busy intersection in the Town of Poughkeepsie and was busted with crack cocaine and marijuana, police said. Officers from the Town of Poughkeepsie responded to Main Street near the North Grand Avenue intersection early on Friday, June 7, where there was a report of a man sleeping behind the wheel of his vehicle. Upon arrival, police said that officers found Poughkeepsie resident Rondell Barksdale, 26, asleep behind the wheel. Further investigation determined that Barksdale had 17 suspensions on his driver’s li…
Police: Town Of Poughkeepsie Man Nabbed In Chase After Threatening To Kill Cop, Jump Off Bridge Police: Town Of Poughkeepsie Man Nabbed In Chase After Threatening To Kill Cop, Jump Off Bridge
Police: Town Of Poughkeepsie Man Nabbed In Chase After Threatening To Kill Cop, Jump Off Bridge A man who threatened to kill a police officer and then took police on a chase also called 911 to tell them he intended to jump off the Newburgh/Beacon Bridge. William A. Pascal, 45, of the Town of Poughkeepsie, was arrested on Saturday, June 8, following a sequence of events that ended at the Newburgh/Beacon Bridge, said Town of Poughkeepsie Police, Capt. Kevin Faber. The incident began around 11:50 p.m. when a town of Poughkeepsie Police officer stopped Pascal for an equipment violation on Main Street. When the officer approached the vehicle, the recognized Pascal and knew that he was wan…
Man Sentenced For Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old In Area Man Sentenced For Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old In Area
Man Sentenced For Fatal Shooting Of 18-Year-Old In Area A 25-year-old man will spend decades behind bars after pleading guilty to shooting an 18-year-old in the head on a busy Poughkeepsie street and walking away. City of Poughkeepsie resident Rajeam Jackson, of Poughkeepsie, was sentenced this week to 27 years in prison and five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty last month to first-degree manslaughter and second-degree criminal possession of a loaded gun. He had been charged with murder, which he pleaded not guilty to. Officers were dispatched to the 400 block on Main Street shortly after midnight on Monday, Nov. 19 last y…
Two Officers, Residents Injured During Melee Involving Juveniles On Bikes In Poughkeepsie Two Officers, Residents Injured During Melee Involving Juveniles On Bikes In Poughkeepsie
Two Officers, Residents Injured During Melee Involving Juveniles On Bikes In Poughkeepsie Two City of Poughkeepsie police officers were injured after responding to numerous calls reporting a fight in progress and possible home invasion. The incident began around 8:55 p.m., on Friday, May 17, when 911 received numerous calls of a fight in the area of Thompson Street, said City of Poughkeepsie Capt. Richard Wilson. When police, detectives, and members of the Neighborhood Recovery Unit responded to the scene they found that numerous juveniles had fled the area all on bicycles, Wilson said. Four juveniles on bikes were located and detained at Main and Clinton st…