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Survivor Of Fatal Hudson Valley Crash Remains Critical Survivor Of Fatal Hudson Valley Crash Remains Critical
Survivor Of Fatal Hudson Valley Crash Remains Critical Sometimes, the victims of vehicle crashes are forgotten when there is a fatality involved. Related: 18-Year-Old Millbrook Man Killed In 2-Vehicle Head-On Crash That's the case with Ulster County resident Todd Abrams, age 60, of the hamlet of Highlands, who was severely injured in a head-on, two-truck crash in Dutchess County on Saturday, Aug. 31, that killed 18-year-old Blaine M. Hadden of Millbrook. Hadden's death received a lot of media coverage, and a GoFundMe for his family was shared widely. According to New York State Police, Hadden allegedly caused the crash by driving into …
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Smothering His 17-Year-Old Sister To Death Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Smothering His 17-Year-Old Sister To Death
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Smothering His 17-Year-Old Sister To Death A 32-year-old Hudson Valley man has been charged with allegedly smothering his sister to death at their home.  The Dutchess County District Attorney's office said the incident occurred on Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2021, at 58 Harts Village Road in the village of Millbrook. Mark Dedaj, of the village of Millbrook, was charged on Tuesday, Sept. 17, with the murder of Maureen Nelson-Lanzi, said Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi.  Dedaj is charged with intentionally killing Nelson-Lanzo by smothering her to death in their residence, Parisi said. The New York State Police in…
18-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Hudson Valley Crash 18-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Hudson Valley Crash
18-Year-Old Killed In Head-On Hudson Valley Crash An 18-year-old  man was killed during a head-on crash in the region. The incident occurred in Dutchess County at 12:25 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the intersection of Route 343 and Altamont Road in the town of Washington (Millbrook). According to Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police, Blaine M. Hadden, age 18, of Millbrook, was driving a 1998 Dodge Ram 1500 westbound on Route 343 when he entered the eastbound lane and struck a 2004 Toyota Tundra head-on. Hadden, who had to be extricated by the Millbrook Fire Department, died from his injuries, Hicks said. The driver of the …
2,078-Acre Hudson Valley Estate Assembled From 5 Farms Hits Market For $65M 2,078-Acre Hudson Valley Estate Assembled From 5 Farms Hits Market For $65M
2,078-Acre Hudson Valley Estate Assembled From 5 Farms Hits Market For $65M A vast Hudson Valley estate combined from five farms owned by the same person for 60 years has hit the market for $65 million. According to Zillow, the Hitchcock Estate, located in Dutchess County in the village of Millbrook near the heart of Washington, has had 2078 acres intact since its first owner assembled it in 1889.  Zillow said that most of the estate, which features two main houses, began as a summer escape for the original owners and quickly became a favorite place to visit and entertain. Zillow says the property includes 10 bedrooms and eight bathrooms and has been maintain…
Hudson Valley Estate With Gym, Polo Field Hits Market For $20M Hudson Valley Estate With Gym, Polo Field Hits Market For $20M
Hudson Valley Estate With Gym, Polo Field Hits Market For $20M If you need a full gym and a regulation-size polo field, then an estate for sale in the Hudson Valley for $20 million should fill the bill. Located in Dutchess County, bordering Amenia and Millbrook, the Wassaic property spans 134 acres and, according to Zillow, offers some of the best views in the Hudson Valley.  The 7,500-square-foot main house, built in 2019, blends modern architecture with the area's natural beauty. Zillow says the estate is divided into two wings, including a service wing that includes a chef's kitchen, pantry, mudroom, and bathroom. The entertaining wing featur…
Hudson Valley Police Chief Resigns For New Job Hudson Valley Police Chief Resigns For New Job
Hudson Valley Police Chief Resigns For New Job Employees from a Hudson Valley town bid farewell to their police chief, who resigned to take a new position. For the past 11 years, Police Chief Keith Dworkin has called Dutchess County and the Fishkill Police Department home, but on Friday, July 19, he said goodbye to take another position as chief in the village of Millbrook. In a Facebook post, the department said Dworkin had worked tirelessly during his four years as chief to promote community outreach, encourage public relations, and increase resident confidence in the police department. "Under his leadership, the community policing u…
Hudson Valley Estate Listed At $28M Has Trio Of Connected Residences Hudson Valley Estate Listed At $28M Has Trio Of Connected Residences
Hudson Valley Estate Listed At $28M Has Trio Of Connected Residences If you are looking for a luxurious home that offers something for everyone and can afford $28 million, then a Hudson Valley estate for sale should fit nicely with your lifestyle. Located in Dutchess County in Millbrook, Canoe Hill has three residences connected, each with its unique vibe. According to Zillow, Canoe Hill features a central corridor, a west wing, and an east wing, all very different from the next and offering different architecture.   Constructed in the 1700s and moved to its current location and reassembled, Zillow says the central corridor serves as the hub of th…
FedEx Sued After Former Hudson Valley Driver Raped, Assaulted Teens FedEx Sued After Former Hudson Valley Driver Raped, Assaulted Teens
FedEx Sued After Former Hudson Valley Driver Raped, Assaulted Teens One of the victims of a former delivery driver in the region who was convicted of sexually assaulting three teens while on the job is now suing FedEx and the local parcel service for negligence. The lawsuit, which was filed on Monday, May 6, alleges that FedEx and the Dutchess County Parcel Service were negligent in the rape of a teen girl by Poughkeepsie resident Joshua J. Ginyard. This new suit comes less than four months after Ginyard, age 33, was released from prison on parole concerning the 2021 incident. Original Story: FedEx Driver Accused Of Raping, Sexually Abusing Teens…
'Some Of Best Views In Hudson Valley': 134-Acre Estate Lists For $25M 'Some Of Best Views In Hudson Valley': 134-Acre Estate Lists For $25M
'Some Of Best Views In Hudson Valley': 134-Acre Estate Lists For $25M If you love panoramic views of mountains and acres of natural landscaping, a new estate for sale in the Hudson Valley might be up your alley. Located in eastern Dutchess County, the $25 million property in the hamlet of Wassaic sits on 134 acres and offers what Zillow says are some of the best views of the Hudson Valley and "absolute privacy." The view from the bedroom.  Zillow Bordering Amenia and Millbrook, at 365 Tower Hill Road, the modern architecture 7,500-square-foot home designed by Resolution: 4 has four bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a guest quarters, and for those who love h…
Beloved Hudson Valley Mother Of 3 Dies At Age 50 Beloved Hudson Valley Mother Of 3 Dies At Age 50
Beloved Hudson Valley Mother Of 3 Dies At Age 50 A Hudson Valley mother of three has died at the age of 50. Dutchess County resident Jennifer J. Strang-Thrasher, of Wassaic, died on Sunday, February 4, at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie. Strang-Thrasher, born in Connecticut in the town of Sharon in Litchfield County, was a graduate of Dover High School and Dutchess Community College.  She was a direct care worker at Cardinal Hayes Home for Children in Millbrook, for 30 years, according to her obituary. In addition to her mother, Boonie (Coons) Strang of Wassaic, and her husband, Daryl Thrasher of Poughkeepsie, she is s…
36-Year-Old Man Killed In Hudson Valley Crash Was HS Basketball Standout 36-Year-Old Man Killed In Hudson Valley Crash Was HS Basketball Standout
36-Year-Old Man Killed In Hudson Valley Crash Was HS Basketball Standout A much beloved 36-year-old Hudson Valley man killed in a single-car crash is being remembered as being a standout high school baseball star and baseball player. Related story: 36-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash Dutchess County resident Tyler J. McEnroe, of Millbrook, died on Sunday, December 10, in Hyde Park after losing control of his 1997 Subaru Hatchback and overturning. Tyler worked as a landscaper at Marshall Landscaping in Millbrook, according to his obituary. Born on February 7, 1987, in Sharon, Connecticut, he was the son of Timothy McEnroe of Mill…
36-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash 36-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash
36-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash A 36-year-old was killed in a rollover crash in the region. The collision took place in Dutchess County around 5:15 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 10 in the area of 537 Salt Point Turnpike in the town of Hyde Park. According to Chief Robert Benson of the Hyde Park Police, Tyler J. McEnroe, of Millbrook, was driving a 1997 Subaru Hatchback when he lost control, overturned, and was partially ejected. McEnroe, the only person in the vehicle, was pronounced dead at the scene, Benson said. The cause of the accident is still under investigation. If anyone witnessed the auto accident, please reach ou…
Child Kidnapping By Non-Custodial Father Lands Hudson Valley Dad In Jail, Police Say Child Kidnapping By Non-Custodial Father Lands Hudson Valley Dad In Jail, Police Say
Child Kidnapping By Non-Custodial Father Lands Hudson Valley Dad In Jail, Police Say The non-custodial father of a 4-year-old Hudson Valley boy is behind bars after allegedly kidnapping the child at knifepoint. The incident took place in Dutchess County around 8 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 16 when police responded to 881 Dutchess Turnpike in the town of Poughkeepsie on a report of an armed kidnapping, Town of Poughkeepsie Police said. When officers arrived on the scene, they were told the suspect took the child at knifepoint and stole a white BMW sedan to make his escape, police added. A "bolo" or be on the lookout call to all departments was issued and around 9:10 a.m., a villag…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Region A quick-moving storm season brought the first accumulating snowfall to the region. Here's a look at some snowfall totals reported to the National Weather Service and other sources as of Monday morning, Dec. 12. If you don't see your town listed, post the total in a comment. New York Manhattan Central Park, Trace Queens LaGuardia Airport, 0.4 inches Nassau County Manhasset Hills, 0.3 inches Suffolk County North Babylon, 0.4 inches Islip Airport, 0.4 inches West Islip, 0.2 inches Rockland County Chestnut Ridge, 2.1 inches Orange County Monroe 3.5 inches Westchester Westc…
Ex-HS Sports Standout Who Returned Home To Help Run Farm Dies In Westchester At Age 42 Ex-HS Sports Standout Who Returned Home To Help Run Farm Dies In Westchester At Age 42
Ex-HS Sports Standout Who Returned Home To Help Run Farm Dies In Westchester At Age 42 A Hudson Valley man who moved home from Florida to run a farm with his family has died at the age of 42. Dutchess County resident Ryan Patrick Brennan, of Lagrangeville, died on Monday, Sept. 19, at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, according to his obituary. When he was a child, he lived in Albany, New York; San Diego, California; Bethesda, Maryland; and Millbrook, New York, his obituary said.  "He graduated from Millbrook High School in 1998, having excelled in soccer and anything else he put his mind to," his obituary reads. "He enjoyed many hiking and canoe trips to national…
Supply Drive To Assist Ukraine Being Held In Area Supply Drive To Assist Ukraine Being Held In Area
Supply Drive To Assist Ukraine Being Held In Area A county government in the Hudson Valley has teamed up with a foundation to collect humanitarian supplies to help those affected by the invasion of Ukraine. Dutchess County officials have joined in partnership with the Afya Foundation to host a humanitarian supply collection beginning on Saturday, March 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the former JC Penney's location at the Poughkeepsie Galleria. The site is open to the public with no appointment necessary.  Only new, unopened, and non-expired goods will be accepted. Items needed include: Flashlights and batteries; Baby and adult diaper…
Community Rallies To Support Family Of Man Found Dead At Area Cemetery Community Rallies To Support Family Of Man Found Dead At Area Cemetery
Community Rallies To Support Family Of Man Found Dead At Area Cemetery The community is rallying behind the family of a lifelong Hudson Valley resident and Afghanistan war veteran who was found dead in a rural cemetery. The body of Kyle Van De Water, age 41, was discovered in Dutchess County on Tuesday, Sept. 7, in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery by City of Poughkeepsie police. Van De Water, died in an apparent suicide two weeks after he dropped out of his race for a United States House of Representatives seat in the Hudson Valley. To help his wife and four children, a GoFundMe effort has been set up by his sister-in-law Lesley Frederick. To date, the …
Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41 Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41
Former Hudson Valley Congressional Candidate Found Dead At Age 41 A 41-year-old lifelong New Yorker died in an apparent suicide two weeks after he dropped out of his race for a United States House of Representatives seat in the Hudson Valley. Afghanistan war veteran Kyle Van De Water, age 41, was found dead in Dutchess County on Tuesday, Sept. 7, in Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery by City of Poughkeepsie police. Sources told the Mid-Hudson News his death was under investigation as a “likely suicide.” Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro said on Twitter his heart was broken for Van De Water's family, including his four children.  “Kyle was a war hero who…
Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area
Police Issue Warning After Unlocked Vehicles Entered, Stolen In Area Authorities are reminding residents to lock their car doors after a series of vehicle break-ins and thefts in the area. The New York State Police reported on Friday, Aug. 20, that break-ins have recently been reported in the Town of Union Vale, the Village of Millbrook and the Town of Washington. State Police said the vehicles are being entered or stolen in part due to the fact that owners left their vehicles unlocked with the keys inside.  State Police in Poughkeepsie are asking that residents with home surveillance cameras who live at the following locations check the footage from Tu…
No Parking Starts During HBO Filming Of 'The White House Plumbers' In Area No Parking Starts During HBO Filming Of 'The White House Plumbers' In Area
No Parking Starts During HBO Filming Of 'The White House Plumbers' In Area Residents in one area community will have a chance to catch a glimpse of two big Hollywood stars as HBO returns to film one of its series, but they will also be banned from parking. Parking is banned in the Dutchess County village of Millbrook along Franklin Avenue between Church and Front Streets beginning at 10 p.m., on Wednesday, Aug. 4, and running through 11 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 5 for the filming of the series "The White Hosue Plumbers," village officials said. The no parking area.Village of Millbrook The limited series starring Woody Harrelson and Justin Theroux is set in the earl…
Hudson Valley Domestic Violence Suspect Nabbed In NYC Hudson Valley Domestic Violence Suspect Nabbed In NYC
Hudson Valley Domestic Violence Suspect Nabbed In NYC A Hudson Valley man wanted for attempted robbery in connection with a domestic violence case was arrested in New York City on a warrant. Dutchess County resident Ruben Al Stella, age 27, of Millbrook, was arrested by the state police with assistance from the NYPD on Thursday, Feb. 25, after refusing to turn himself in, said Trooper AJ Hicks. The arrest stems from incident on Wednesday, Sept. 9, when troopers responded to a home on Route 44 in the town of Washington for a domestic dispute.  An investigation determined Stella attempted to forcibly steal property from the victim while an…
Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York
Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York With a record number of people expected to head to the polls next month on Election Day, New Yorkers can get a jump start and vote early beginning this weekend. Early voting in New York begins on Saturday, Oct. 24, allowing any registered voter to vote at certain sites within their own county. Early voting lasts through Sunday, Nov. 1. Voters that may have requested or turned in an absentee ballot can still vote in person in New York, with the in-person vote being the only one that counts. Anyone who votes early cannot vote on Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Early polling locations in th…
Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies
Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies President Trump's younger brother, Robert Trump, died Saturday night in a Manhattan hospital. He was 71. "It is with heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight," the president said in a statement. "He was not just my brother, he was my best friend. "He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again. His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace." "Uncle Robert, we love you," Ivanka Trump tweeted Saturday night. "You are in our hearts and prayers, always." President Trump had visited his brother Friday at New York…
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…
Area Business Owner Failed To Pay Taxes For Years, Lied To IRS, Feds Say Area Business Owner Failed To Pay Taxes For Years, Lied To IRS, Feds Say
Area Business Owner Failed To Pay Taxes For Years, Lied To IRS, Feds Say A Hudson Valley business owner is facing charges for allegedly “knowingly and willfully failing to pay over payroll taxes for his company and for corruptly endeavoring to obstruct and impede the due administration of the internal revenue laws,” the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced. U.S. Attorney Geoffrey Berman said Dutchess County resident William Grogg, of Millbrook, has worked in the printing and publishing industry in and around Poughkeepsie since the 1980s, owning and managing the financial affairs of multiple companies.  During his three decades working in the industry, it i…
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region A strong, quick-moving storm system brought several inches of snow to most of the region while creating hazardous driving conditions over the entire area. There were numerous crashes and some road closures during the height of the storm Saturday afternoon and evening, Jan. 18. Here's a look at snowfall totals from throughout the region. New York City Central Park, 2.1 inches Westchester County Armonk, 3 inches Larchmont, 2.5 inches Mount Kisco, 3.3 inches Rye Brook, 3 inches Nassau County Bethpage, 3.3 inches East Meadow, 2.5 inches Farmingdale, 2.5 inches Franklin Square, …
Area Youth Soccer Club's Fields Vandalized Area Youth Soccer Club's Fields Vandalized
Area Youth Soccer Club's Fields Vandalized A youth soccer club in Dutchess County was targeted by vandals who drove across several fields, causing extensive damage to the playing surface. On Thursday, Jan. 2, the Red Hook Soccer Club posted photos on Facebook of an alleged act of vandalism that left their fields damaged, leaving them left to question who drove across their wet fields, forcing them to pay to repair the damage. “One of the RHSC board members went to check the fields yesterday and discovered a wooden post cut down and tire ruts across the fields,” the post read. “Unfortunately some of the fields are damaged and will re…
Contaminated Milk Found In Hudson Valley Contaminated Milk Found In Hudson Valley
Contaminated Milk Found In Hudson Valley State agriculture officials announced Wednesday they have found disease-causing bacteria contaminating raw milk at a Hudson Valley dairy. A food alert issued by the Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner warned consumers in Dutchess County and the surrounding area not to consume unpasteurized raw milk from Shunpike Dairy due to possible Listeria Monocytogenes contamination.  To date, no illnesses have been reported with milk purchased at the dairy located in Millbrook, the department said. A sample of the milk collected by an inspector from the departme…
These Orange County Eateries Rank Among Best In State For Comfort Food These Orange County Eateries Rank Among Best In State For Comfort Food
These Orange County Eateries Rank Among Best In State For Comfort Food While New York is filled with some of the country’s finest eateries, some Hudson Valley restaurants are among the state’s finest to stop for comfort food, according to a brand-new report. Citing data from Yelp, NewYorkUpstate has released its latest report of the municipalities that feature the finest cheesy, greasy, sweet and salty comfort foods.  Factors that determine ranking include the number of reviews, star ranking and number of negative reviews.” According to the report, "'best' is measured using an algorithm that looks at the number of reviews and star rating for a business, a…
Man Charged With Taking Illicit Videos, Photos Up Women's Skirts In Area, Police Say Man Charged With Taking Illicit Videos, Photos Up Women's Skirts In Area, Police Say
Man Charged With Taking Illicit Videos, Photos Up Women's Skirts In Area, Police Say A 73-year--old area man was arrested for allegedly using his cell phone to take photos and videos of women wearing dresses or skirts or "upskirting." Donald P. Fegan of Millbrook was charged Friday, Nov. 9, with five counts of unlawful surveillance after investigators found he used his cellular device to take the images and recordings, said Trooper AJ Hicks, spokesman for New York State Police. It is believed at this time there may be more victims, Hicks said. Upskirters have been at work for nearly a decade. They're the reason Japanese manufacturers include the clicking sound on…