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Senior Snapping Turtle Found In Distress At Waterfront Park In Hudson Valley — And Rescued Senior Snapping Turtle Found In Distress At Waterfront Park In Hudson Valley — And Rescued Senior Snapping Turtle Found In Distress At Waterfront Park In Hudson Valley — And Rescued
Senior Snapping Turtle Found In Distress At Waterfront Park In Hudson Valley — And Rescued An elderly snapping turtle found in poor condition at a waterfront park in Westchester County is getting a helping hand thanks to a local animal control officer and a team of wildlife rescuers. The rescue happened on Thursday, Oct. 22, at Riverfront Green Park in Peekskill, according to a social media post shared by the Peekskill Police Department's Animal Control Officer on Saturday, Oct. 24.  The animal control officer was preparing to wrap up his day when he received a call about a turtle in need of help at the park. Rather than leave the animal to fend for herself, the officer…
Remains Found In NY Shed Confirmed As Woman Missing Since 2010, Police Say Remains Found In NY Shed Confirmed As Woman Missing Since 2010, Police Say Remains Found In NY Shed Confirmed As Woman Missing Since 2010, Police Say
Remains Found In NY Shed Confirmed As Woman Missing Since 2010, Police Say Human remains found in a shed in New York have now been confirmed as a woman who had been missing since 2010, police said. Ashley Carroll, of Troy, was 24 years old when she was last seen alive May 6, 2010, according to authorities. Her remains were uncovered when law enforcement searched a shed at 7 Marlborough Court in Albany on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The Albany Police Department confirmed her identity on Friday, Oct. 23. “At this time the investigation, now led by the Albany Police Department, remains active and ongoing,” the department wrote. “The cause of death is still under investigation…
‘I Want Shoot Him’: NY Man Accused Of Trump Death Threat Before Rally ‘I Want Shoot Him’: NY Man Accused Of Trump Death Threat Before Rally ‘I Want Shoot Him’: NY Man Accused Of Trump Death Threat Before Rally
‘I Want Shoot Him’: NY Man Accused Of Trump Death Threat Before Rally A New York man made threats to kill President Trump ahead of a recent campaign rally in the state, according to authorities. Christopher Vignogna, 26, of Syracuse, was arrested ahead of Trump’s rally on Friday, Oct. 9 in the city, the Justice Department announced Monday, Oct. 26. The rally was not interrupted. Vignogna asked a coworker on Tuesday, Oct. 6 if the coworker’s boyfriend could obtain a gun for him, federal investigators said. The coworker responded, “No, why?” “Trump is coming to Syracuse I want shoot him,” Vignogna responded, according to the feds. He also mimed shooting a gun …
Hudson Valley Woman Wins $1 Million Jackpot During Casino Trip Hudson Valley Woman Wins $1 Million Jackpot During Casino Trip Hudson Valley Woman Wins $1 Million Jackpot During Casino Trip
Hudson Valley Woman Wins $1 Million Jackpot During Casino Trip A Putnam County, NY woman turned a trip to a Connecticut casino with her sister into a million-dollar payday after hitting a seven-figure jackpot on a slot machine.  Ady R., of Lake Peekskill, won a whopping $1,025,913.22 while playing a Dragon Link slot machine at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, on Thursday, Oct. 15, casino officials announced on Friday, Oct. 23. According to Mohegan Sun, Ady was visiting the casino with her sister when she struck the massive jackpot on the popular Dragon Link game by Aristocrat Gaming. The winning spin came during the game's Hold & S…
One Of ‘Cornell 7’ Asks Judge To Toss Claims Against Him In Gang Rape Lawsuit: Report One Of ‘Cornell 7’ Asks Judge To Toss Claims Against Him In Gang Rape Lawsuit: Report One Of ‘Cornell 7’ Asks Judge To Toss Claims Against Him In Gang Rape Lawsuit: Report
One Of ‘Cornell 7’ Asks Judge To Toss Claims Against Him In Gang Rape Lawsuit: Report A Connecticut man named in a lawsuit alleging a gang rape at Cornell University has asked a judge to dismiss the claims against him, according to a new report.  Diego Sarabia, a member of Chi Phi with ties to Bethel, denies the allegations. He was among seven men originally named in the suit over events at the fraternity house on Oct. 19 and 20, 2024.   The former student, identified as Jane Doe, filed the lawsuit Sept. 16 in New York state court. Sarabia filed his dismissal request Friday, Oct. 23, NBC News reported. In her civil suit, Doe accused Sarabia of grabbing h…
NY Archdiocese Reaches Nation’s Second-Largest Clergy Abuse Settlement NY Archdiocese Reaches Nation’s Second-Largest Clergy Abuse Settlement NY Archdiocese Reaches Nation’s Second-Largest Clergy Abuse Settlement
NY Archdiocese Reaches Nation’s Second-Largest Clergy Abuse Settlement The Archdiocese of New York has reached a massive $800 million settlement with about 1,300 parishioners who said they were sexually abused by clergy members. Attorneys for the survivors first announced the deal Saturday, Oct. 24, followed by confirmation from Archbishop Ronald Hicks. “The $800 million payout by the Archdiocese of New York is far from a full measure of justice,” said Jeff Anderson, an attorney for more than 1,000 of the victims. “For the horrors inflicted, for decades, it does mark a momentous moment of real reckoning.” Hundreds of civil lawsuits were filed against the Arch…
2-Alarm Blaze Tears Through Dutchess County Home 2-Alarm Blaze Tears Through Dutchess County Home 2-Alarm Blaze Tears Through Dutchess County Home
2-Alarm Blaze Tears Through Dutchess County Home A two-alarm fire damaged a Dutchess County home, but firefighters were able to keep the blaze from spreading further.  The fire happened at a Hillside Lake home on Sunday, Oct. 25, according to the Hopewell Hose Fire Company No .1. Responding crews found heavy flames coming from the structure and transmitted a second alarm. More firefighters soon arrived at the scene and began attacking the flames from inside the home, the company said. However, crews inside the home were soon forced to evacuate because of the intense conditions. Meanwhile, other firefighters began dousing the flames …
Top NY State Police Official Suspended Without Pay As FBI Takes Over Investigation Top NY State Police Official Suspended Without Pay As FBI Takes Over Investigation Top NY State Police Official Suspended Without Pay As FBI Takes Over Investigation
Top NY State Police Official Suspended Without Pay As FBI Takes Over Investigation A top New York State Police leader is now under FBI investigation following concerning posts from his social media account. Lt. Col. Jared Duffy was suspended from duty Sunday, Oct. 25, and the FBI was asked to take over the case, according to New York State Police. Duffy’s brother, Buffalo-based attorney Trevor Duffy, told the Albany Times-Union that Jared Duffy’s X account had gone unused for years before it was hacked and used to promote illicit content related to sexual images of children. Investigators were first spotted at Jared Duffy’s home in Colonie on Tuesday, Oct. 20, according …
Man Who Sexually Abused Girl From Age 12 To 17 In Hudson Valley Is Convicted: DA Man Who Sexually Abused Girl From Age 12 To 17 In Hudson Valley Is Convicted: DA Man Who Sexually Abused Girl From Age 12 To 17 In Hudson Valley Is Convicted: DA
Man Who Sexually Abused Girl From Age 12 To 17 In Hudson Valley Is Convicted: DA A man has been convicted of repeatedly sexually abusing a girl over several years, beginning when she was just 11 years old in Honduras and continuing for years after they moved to Sullivan County, prosecutors said.    Honduras native Luis Romero Arriaza, 38, was found guilty of predatory sexual assault against a child and third-degree rape following a four-day jury trial, Sullivan County District Attorney Brian Conaty announced on Friday, Oct. 23. According to prosecutors, the abuse began in Honduras when the victim was 11 years old. Arriaza and the girl later moved to South…
WATCH: 'Grappler' Ends High-Speed Chase After Tractor Supply Burglary In Hudson Valley WATCH: 'Grappler' Ends High-Speed Chase After Tractor Supply Burglary In Hudson Valley WATCH: 'Grappler' Ends High-Speed Chase After Tractor Supply Burglary In Hudson Valley
Watch: 'Grappler' Ends High-Speed Chase After Tractor Supply Burglary In Hudson Valley A high-speed police chase spanning two counties ended with the first successful use of a specialized vehicle-stopping device in Putnam County — and two arrests, authorities said.   Orange County residents Frank V. Commisso, 35, of Newburgh, and Hilary L. Rampe, 39, of Walden, were both arrested following the pursuit on Thursday, Oct. 22, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office announced. The chase, which lasted more than 30 minutes, began after a reported theft at the Tractor Supply on Route 311 in Patterson just before 6:40 p.m. on Thursday. There, authorities said a man sto…
Person Jumps From Tappan Zee Bridge (DEVELOPING) Person Jumps From Tappan Zee Bridge (DEVELOPING) Person Jumps From Tappan Zee Bridge (DEVELOPING)
Person Jumps From Tappan Zee Bridge (Developing) A person jumped from the Tappan Zee Bridge early Monday morning, Oct. 26.  The incident was reported at around 2:20 a.m. on Monday, when police and firefighters were dispatched to a report of a person jumping from the southbound side of the bridge near mile marker 14.1, according to the Piermont Fire Department and New York State Police. Piermont crews provided mutual aid to the Tarrytown Fire Department during the response. The New York State Police Underwater Recovery Team and Unmanned Aircraft System also helped with the search, alongside the US Coast Guard, Rock…
Officer Ran Over By Burglary Suspect In Hudson Valley Who Faces Attempted Murder Charge: Cops Officer Ran Over By Burglary Suspect In Hudson Valley Who Faces Attempted Murder Charge: Cops Officer Ran Over By Burglary Suspect In Hudson Valley Who Faces Attempted Murder Charge: Cops
Officer Ran Over By Burglary Suspect In Hudson Valley Who Faces Attempted Murder Charge: Cops A 24-year-old man is facing an attempted murder charge after police said he ran over an officer with his vehicle and led authorities on a chase through Rockland County that ended with a crash.  Haverstraw resident Isaac Catedral, 24, was arrested following the incident on Friday, Oct. 23, which left three Haverstraw Police officers injured, according to Haverstraw Police. The incident began around 4:41 p.m. on Friday, when Haverstraw Police responded to a home in the village for a report of a disorderly man attempting to break into a home. Responding officers eventually found a ve…