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Woman Wanted On Warrant Caught With Narcotics After Complaints In Poughkeepsie, Jailed: Cops Woman Wanted On Warrant Caught With Narcotics After Complaints In Poughkeepsie, Jailed: Cops
Elena Lafalce Charged In Poughkeepsie Drug Case An investigation into complaints about drug activity, squatting, and loitering at a Dutchess County apartment building led to the arrest of a woman wanted on an outstanding warrant and two others, police said.  The arrests followed a police response at 65 South Hamilton St. in Poughkeepsie on Thursday, May 7, following repeated complaints about illegal activity at the property, City of Poughkeepsie Police announced on Sunday, May 10.  During the investigation, officers arrested Elena Lafalce, 28, on an outstanding Putnam County warrant charging her with felony fourth-degree crimin…
Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley
Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley Election Day has come again, and voters across the lower Hudson Valley will be deciding who comes out on top in a wide range of local races that will shape community budgets and priorities in the years to come.  Here are some of the notable races across the region:  Westchester County  County Executive  Westchester's most prominent race this year is for County Executive and is a rematch between Democrat incumbent Ken Jenkins, named County Executive after a special election in early January following former County Executive George Latimer's departure to represent Ne…
Guns, MDMA, Cocaine Found In Car Stopped On I-684 In NY: Duo Arrested, Police Say Guns, MDMA, Cocaine Found In Car Stopped On I-684 In NY: Duo Arrested, Police Say
Guns, MDMA, Cocaine Found In Car Stopped On I-684 In NY: Duo Arrested, Police Say A Bronx woman and a Pennsylvania man are behind bars after a traffic stop on Interstate 684 in the Hudson Valley, NY turned into a major drug and gun bust, authorities announced. The arrests happened on Friday, Aug. 22, when State Police said a BOLO (Be on the Lookout) was issued for a vehicle connected to a fraud investigation out of Port Jervis in Orange County, New York State Police said on Monday, Aug. 25. Not long after, troopers spotted the car allegedly violating state vehicle and traffic laws while traveling on I-684 in the Putnam County town of Southeast. With help from the Putnam …
Vehicle Catches On Fire In Multi-Car Crash On Taconic State Parkway In Hudson Valley Vehicle Catches On Fire In Multi-Car Crash On Taconic State Parkway In Hudson Valley
Vehicle Catches On Fire In Multi-Car Crash On Taconic State Parkway In Hudson Valley Firefighters responded to a multi-vehicle crash on the Taconic State Parkway in Putnam County that left one car engulfed in flames, fire officials said. The Putnam Valley Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the scene around 12 p.m. on Sunday, March 9.  Upon arrival, crews confirmed a vehicle fire on the parkway in Putnam Valley and immediately stretched a hose line to quickly extinguish the flames.  No further details were immediately available regarding injuries or the cause of the crash. Firefighters cleared the scene after ensuring the area was safe.
Northern Westchester Man Steals Car While Owner Quickly Runs Inside Home, Police Say Northern Westchester Man Steals Car While Owner Quickly Runs Inside Home, Police Say
Northern Westchester Man Steals Car While Owner Quickly Runs Inside Home, Police Say A man from Northern Westchester faces charges after stealing a car from a Hudson Valley residence while the victim ran inside his home to grab a bag, police said.  The incident happened in Putnam County on Saturday, March 11, when state troopers responded to a home in the Lake Peekskill neighborhood of Putnam Valley for a reported stolen vehicle.  Once arriving at the home, the victim told troopers that he had started the car, returned to his house to grab a bag, and found the vehicle gone once he came back out, according to state police.  With the help of the Westchest…
Northern Westchester Man Strangles Woman, Violates Restraining Order In Hudson Valley: Police Northern Westchester Man Strangles Woman, Violates Restraining Order In Hudson Valley: Police
Northern Westchester Man Strangles Woman, Violates Restraining Order In Hudson Valley: Police A man from Northern Westchester faces charges after violating a restraining order against a woman he allegedly strangled in Putnam County, authorities said.  Peekskill resident Dany Villa-Carchipulla was arrested on Thursday, Feb. 2 at his residence for the violations, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office announced on Tuesday, Feb. 7.  Villa-Carchipulla was ordered to stay away from the victim after an incident that happened in Garrison in November 2022, after which he was also charged with strangulation and endangering the welfare of a child.  Since then, Villa-Carc…
Increase In Counterfeit Currency Cases Reported In Putnam County Increase In Counterfeit Currency Cases Reported In Putnam County
Increase In Counterfeit Currency Cases Reported In Putnam County An increase in the use of counterfeit money has been reported in Putnam County. Currently, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office is investigating several cases in which counterfeit $100 bills are being used to make smaller purchases at convenience stores, drug stores, and eateries, the department said. The small purchase being made allows the suspects to walk away with legal money leaving their unsuspecting victims short financially, the department said. All merchants and consumers are being asked to check the money used during a transaction for its authenticity.  An…
Family Friendly Fun Event Set For Brewster’s Historic Main Street Family Friendly Fun Event Set For Brewster’s Historic Main Street
Family Friendly Fun Event Set For Brewster’s Historic Main Street The 28th Annual Brewster Fall Festival, which features food, music, games and more, is being called the “community event of the year.” This year’s festival, which is organized by the Cultural Arts Coalition, will take place Sunday, Sept. 8 from noon to 5 p.m and is a free, family-friendly event. The Brewster Fall Festival will feature a huge variety of merchants, community organizations, local businesses, crafters, artists, veterans’ organizations, politicians, historical societies, health and wellness services, jewelry, books, churches, and food vendors, all lining Main Street. There are …
Three Injured In Head-On Putnam Crash Airlifted To Hospital Three Injured In Head-On Putnam Crash Airlifted To Hospital
Three Injured In Head-On Putnam Crash Airlifted To Hospital Three local residents injured in a head-on crash on Route 9 had to be airlifted to Westchester Medical Center, officials said. The crash occurred around 5 p.m. Wednesday when a vehicle driving south veered into the oncoming lane and struck a northbound car, said state police. The Garrison Volunteer Fire Company said in a Facebook post that two medical helicopters landed at their firehouse and that several good Samaritans stopped to help as well as Captain Mike Gallo of East Fishkill FD. Other agencies assisting included State Police, Continental Village, North Highlands, Garrison, Peekskil…