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Village of Wappingers Falls, NY

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Some Police Services To Be Cut By Village In Hudson Valley Some Police Services To Be Cut By Village In Hudson Valley
Some Police Services To Be Cut By Village In Hudson Valley Residents of a village in the region were informed of a police service cut only two days before it took effect. The change is taking place in Dutchess County. As of Friday, Nov. 15, at 11:59 p.m., the Village of Wappingers Falls Police Department's operational hours will shift from 8 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week.  Village officials said in a press release that this means the village police will no longer provide overnight coverage, but alternative support will be in place.  "This decision was made after exhaustive consideration, dialogue, and review of the options&nbs…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Man Nabbed For Stealing $1K In Merchandise From Local Vendor Man Nabbed For Stealing $1K In Merchandise From Local Vendor
Man Nabbed For Stealing $1K In Merchandise From Local Vendor New York State Police troopers busted a man who allegedly stole more than $1,000 in merchandise from a Dutchess County vendor. An investigation into the stolen merchandise that was launched last year led to the arrest of Ellenville resident John Keelyn, 38, who allegedly stole from a vendor in Wappinger without paying for it. Keelyn was arrested this week and charged with a felony count of fourth-degree grand larceny. Following arraignment in the Village of Wappingers Falls Court, Keelyn was remanded to the Dutchess County Jail in lieu of $250 cash bail. Keelyn is due back in court on Tuesd…

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by Zak Failla