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Police & Fire
Dog Killed After Attacking 8-Year-Old, Woman In Hudson Valley Dog Killed After Attacking 8-Year-Old, Woman In Hudson Valley
Dog Killed After Attacking 8-Year-Old, Woman In Hudson Valley A dog was shot and killed after attacking an 8-year-old girl, critically injuring her and a 39-year-old woman in the Hudson Valley. The incident occurred in Ulster County around 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28, on Kyserike Road in High Falls. According to Trooper Steven Nevel of the New York State Police, troopers responded to a dog attack call. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2-year-old pit bull attacked an 8-year-old girl and a 39-year-old woman. The 8-year-old suffered head and neck injuries. The woman sustained serious injuries to her right hand, Nevel said. While investigating…

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by Kathy Reakes
Real Estate
Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Hudson Valley He Purchased In 2008 Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Hudson Valley He Purchased In 2008
Actor Willem Dafoe Lists Property In Hudson Valley He Purchased In 2008 A Hudson Valley property owned by one of Hollywood's biggest names is up for sale. Popular actor Willem Dafoe is listing the residence in the Hudson Valley hamlet of High Falls, located west of I-87 in Ulster County, for $1.275 million, according to the Robb Report. The 68-year-old Dafoe purchased the 1-acre property for $400,000 in 2008.  Dafoe has been nominated for four Academy Awards, with the first coming in 1986 for Best Supporting Actor in Oliver Stone's war film "Platoon." Covering less than 2 square miles, High Falls has a population of just under 1,000 and is in betwee…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes
Popular Restaurant In Hudson Valley Suddenly Closes A popular and quirky restaurant in the region since 1973, the type usually found in the winding streets of Key West, Florida, has suddenly closed. The news came on Friday, May 5, that the Ulster County favorite The Egg's Nest in High Falls, was closing its doors due to health concerns of the owner. "It is with great sadness that we must announce that we will be ceasing the day-to-day operations of The Egg’s Nest effective immediately," wrote owner Eric Silver on Facebook. "What was meant to be a spring break to hit the reset button brought unexpected and upsetting news related to my health …

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area
Restaurant Permanently Closes In Area A restaurant has permanently closed in the Hudson Valley. The owner of High Falls Kitchenette in Ulster County announced on Monday, March 14, that the restaurant would close after Sunday, March 20. The restaurant is located at 1219 Route 213 in High Falls. "I have had a great run for 41 years but the last 2 years have proved to be a challenge that has proven to be more than we can't overcome," the announcement reads. "I have had the support of so many wonderful people both business and personal . My landlords have been amazing and have given so much support through these trying times . Wi…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Hudson Valley Eatery Will Close Permanently In Days Hudson Valley Eatery Will Close Permanently In Days
Hudson Valley Eatery Will Close Permanently In Days A popular Hudson Valley eatery will serve its final meal this weekend, becoming the latest business victimized by the COVID-19 pandemic. Ann Nickerson, the owner of the Kitchenette in High Falls in Ulster County announced that she would permanently be closing down the restaurant on Route 213 as of Sunday, March 30 due to the financial hit caused by the outbreak of the virus. “I have had a great run for 41 years, but the last two years have proven to be a challenge that has proven to be more than we can overcome,” she announced. “I have had the support of so many wonderful people both busine…

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by Zak Failla
News
Man Has Been Missing For Weeks After Walking Out Of Hospital In Area Man Has Been Missing For Weeks After Walking Out Of Hospital In Area
Man Has Been Missing For Weeks After Walking Out Of Hospital In Area Celebrities and acting professionals are seeking the public’s assistance in tracking down a songwriter, actor, and playwright who has been missing for weeks after walking out of a Hudson Valley hospital. Andy Nieman, age 48, was last seen at approximately 9 p.m. on May 21 at the MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, where he was reportedly seeking psychiatric care and left less than 24 hours after being admitted for treatment. According to Neiman’s family, a graduate of Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut, has bipolar disorder and was wearing only his green hospital scrubs…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Investigation Into Sexual Assault Leads To Discovery Of Hudson Valley Meth Lab Investigation Into Sexual Assault Leads To Discovery Of Hudson Valley Meth Lab
Investigation Into Sexual Assault Leads To Discovery Of Hudson Valley Meth Lab New York State Police allegedly discovered a meth lab in Hudson Valley while investigating a sexual assault case. Tuesday, Jan. 8, police were investigating a report of sexual assault by 60-year William H. Williams of High Falls. When investigators entered Williams’ residence to interview him, they discovered a methamphetamine lab. The New York York State Police Contaminated Crime Scene Emergency Response Team (CCSERT) was able to respond to the residence and successfully cleared the home. Williams was taken into custody and faces the following charges: Third-degree unlawful manufacturin…

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by Valerie Musson