Briarcliff, NY
News
Missing Area Man Found Missing Area Man Found
Missing Area Man Found Update: An 81-year-old man who went missing in the area has been found and is safe, authorities said. James Tangen, a vulnerable adult from Putnam County with dementia and diabetes who may be in need of medical attention, had last been seen on Bank Street in the village of Cold Spring in Putnam County at 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21.  He was located in Southington, Connecticut on Tuesday evening, Oct. 22, the New York State Public Safety Department announced. Original report: An 81-year-old man has gone missing in the Hudson Valley and authorities are asking the public's help in locati…

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by Joe Lombardi
DV Plus - Westchester, NY
Politics
Schumer, Engel Seek Vital Impeachment Testimony Schumer, Engel Seek Vital Impeachment Testimony
Schumer, Engel Seek Vital Impeachment Testimony Two of New York's top congressmen turned up the heat in the ongoing impeachment investigation of President Trump on Tuesday, Oct. 8. Earlier on Tuesday, Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham announced that he would invite Rudolph Giuliani, New York City's former mayor, to testify about Ukraine. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, a New York Democrat, reacted on Twitter: "We welcome Mr. (Rudy) Giuliani testifying. Given the apparent depth of his involvement in the president’s effort to convince foreign governments to investigate a political rival, he must testify under …

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by Jon Craig
Middletown-Wallkill, NY
Schools
New Rankings: These Area School Districts Among Best In Upstate New Rankings: These Area School Districts Among Best In Upstate
New Rankings: These Area School Districts Among Best In Upstate The Hudson Valley is home to some of upstate New York’s finest school districts, according to a newly released report. Citing data from niche.com that includes standardized test scores, teacher quality, spending, and other factors, NewYorkUpstate.com compiled the 50 highest scoring school districts across upstate. The study only contains data from districts in upstate New York, which was deemed any municipality north of Westchester and Rockland counties. Hudson Valley districts to make the list:  Spackenkill Union Free School District - Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County (ninth overall): …

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County
Wine & Food Fest To Bring Thousands To Putnam County Organizers expect thousands to come to the region for the popular two-day Putnam County Wine & Food Fest. Hudson Valley wines, spirits, cider, food, and crafts vendors are the highlights of the event being held at Cold Spring Mayor's Park in Cold Spring Saturday, Aug. 11 to Sunday, Aug. 12. Vendors include Black Bear, Lakeland, Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery, Black Button Distilling, Olde York Farm Distillery & Cooperage, Union Grove Distillery, Master Asador BBQ, Octavio’s Food Wagon, Two Dogs Hotdogs, Finger Lake Harvest, Reggae Boy Cafe, Pizza A Legna, Kisco Sweets & …

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by Donna Christopher
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
These Area Locales Are Among Richest In Upstate New York, Report Says These Area Locales Are Among Richest In Upstate New York, Report Says
These Area Locales Are Among Richest In Upstate New York, Report Says The Hudson Valley is home to some of the wealthiest communities in upstate New York, according to a newly released report. Citing data from the latest U.S. Census, New York Upstate determined the richest places in upstate New York, including many from the Hudson Valley. Noting that residents who bring home the largest paychecks are often from Long Island and New York City, the report only includes locales from upstate - which is considered by the website to be areas north of Westchester and Rockland counties - in the rankings. The new study evaluated median household income, family income,…

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
These Area Eateries Rank Best For BBQ In Upstate NY These Area Eateries Rank Best For BBQ In Upstate NY
These Area Eateries Rank Best For BBQ In Upstate NY While not necessarily known as the place to go for mouth-watering barbecue, the Hudson Valley is surprisingly home to some of the state’s top eateries, according to a new report. Citing data from Yelp, NewYorkUpstate has released its latest report of the municipalities that feature the best bbq north of Westchester and Rockland counties. According to the report, factors that determine ranking include number of reviews, star ranking and number of negative reviews.”Best" is measured using an algorithm that looks at the number of reviews, star rating for a business, length of time a …

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by Zak Failla
Poughkeepsie, NY
News
Rockslide Causes Closure Of Popular Breakneck Ridge Trail Rockslide Causes Closure Of Popular Breakneck Ridge Trail
Rockslide Causes Closure Of Popular Breakneck Ridge Trail A rockslide has closed the popular Breakneck Ridge trail to ensure hiking enthusiasts aren't injured. The trail in Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve is temporarily closed as a precaution due to a recent rockfall, said Dan Keefe, spokesman for New York State Parks. "We are currently conducting an engineering assessment to determine steps necessary to ensure the safety of the trail," Keefe said. "It is premature to say when it may reopen." The 8.6-mile trail, which runs from Cold Spring to Beacon, is considered to be the most strenuous hike in the East Hudson Highlands that involves steep…

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by Kathy Reakes
Newburgh, NY
Lifestyle
These Area Towns Rank Highest Upstate For Longest Commutes These Area Towns Rank Highest Upstate For Longest Commutes
These Area Towns Rank Highest Upstate For Longest Commutes Some area residents have among the longest commutes in the state, according to a newly released report. Using data from the U.S. Census, NewYorkUpstate.com compiled the municipalities with the most “super commuters,” a number which has risen 31.7 percent since 2005. According to the report, researchers used "mean travel time to work" data from the U.S. Census, NewYorkUpstate.com ranked the top 50 upstate New York towns, cities and villages where residents have the longest commutes. The report only includes municipalities from upstate New York - which is considered by the website to be area…

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
Police & Fire
Putnam County Sheriff Schedules Coffees With Cops In Mahopac, Cold Spring Putnam County Sheriff Schedules Coffees With Cops In Mahopac, Cold Spring
Putnam County Sheriff Schedules Coffees With Cops In Mahopac, Cold Spring In an effort to “break down the barriers between Police Officers and the citizens they serve,” the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is holding a series of “Coffee With a Cop” events, where residents can engage in a thoughtful discussion with law enforcement while enjoying their morning cup o’ joe. The first event is scheduled for Monday, March 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Freight House Cafe (609 Route 6 in Mahopac). The goal is to get to know local law enforcement officers as well as remove agendas, allow opportunities to ask questions and voice concerns. The officers participating in …

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by Valerie Musson
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
Dates Announced For Putnam County Wine & Food Fest Dates Announced For Putnam County Wine & Food Fest
Dates Announced For Putnam County Wine & Food Fest Mark your calendars, local food and wine enthusiasts: dates have officially been set for the ninth annual Putnam County Wine and Food Fest. Featuring a huge variety of food and drink as well as live musical performances, chef demonstrations, arts and crafts and other exhibits, this event provides two days of fun for the entire family. The Putnam County Wine and Food Fest is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s taking place at Mayor’s Park (61 Fair Street) in Cold Spring. “Its goal is to give back to the community while partn…

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by Valerie Musson
Mahopac, NY
Police & Fire
Man Charged With Sending Threatening Letters To County Sheriff, Judge, Police Officer In Putnam Man Charged With Sending Threatening Letters To County Sheriff, Judge, Police Officer In Putnam
Man Charged With Sending Threatening Letters To County Sheriff, Judge, Police Officer In Putnam A 46-year-old man is facing multiple charges after authorities say he sent threatening letters to the county sheriff, a judge and a police officer in Putnam. During the month of November 2018, Putnam County Sheriff Robert L. Langley Jr. received a letter via US Mail in which the writer threatened to harm him and commit criminal offenses against his family members, according to the sheriff's office. This was the second letter of this nature in which Langley and his family had received within the past year, the sheriff's office said. An investigation was immediately launched to try…

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by Joe Lombardi
Bedford, NY
Politics
Will Maloney Hospitalization Delay DCCC Vote? Will Maloney Hospitalization Delay DCCC Vote?
Will Maloney Hospitalization Delay Dccc Vote? U.S. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, who is hospitalized with a bacterial infection, has asked for a delay in Wednesday's vote for chairman of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. The congressman from Cold Spring is seeking the leadership post. House Democrats, who will make up the majority come January, planned to meet on Nov. 28 to begin organizing for the next Congress.  U.S. Rep. Joe Crowley of New York City had been chairman of the Democratic Caucus, but he lost re-election in the June primary to Yorktown High School graduate Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The 29-year-old Bronx…

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by Jon Craig