Stony Point, NY
Police & Fire
Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say
Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say A 31-year-old man has been arrested for the alleged sexual abuse of a woman and burglary. Sullivan County resident Cody Yaun, 31, of Liberty, was arrested on Wednesday, March 25, by New York State Police after the woman was able to escape and report the attack to police, said Trooper Steven Nevel. State police said an investigation revealed that Yaun allegedly broke into the apartment of a woman and attempted to strangle and sexually assault her.  The victim was able to free herself after pulling away and scratching Yaun in the face, Nevel said. Yaun fled the residence but was locate…

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by Kathy Reakes
Newburgh, NY
News
Healthcare Worker Is First COVID-19 Case Confirmed In Sullivan County Healthcare Worker Is First COVID-19 Case Confirmed In Sullivan County
Healthcare Worker Is First Covid-19 Case Confirmed In Sullivan County A healthcare worker at a nursing home has been the first person in Sullivan County to test positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Sullivan County Public Health Director Nancy McGraw announced on Monday, March 16 that the woman who contracted the virus works at the county-owned and operated Care Center at Sunset Lake in Liberty. “A healthcare worker at our nursing home tested positive today for the virus,” McGraw said. “They have been self-isolating since going home from work last Thursday. As a matter of routine, the Center’s direct-care staff all wear personal protective equipmen…

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by Zak Failla
Stony Point, NY
Police & Fire
Pickup Truck Driver Cited For Following Too Closely In Route 17 Crash With School Bus Pickup Truck Driver Cited For Following Too Closely In Route 17 Crash With School Bus
Pickup Truck Driver Cited For Following Too Closely In Route 17 Crash With School Bus A 57-year-old pickup truck driver has been charged in the crash on Route 17 with a school bus that injured five students. The crash took place around 7:45 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, in Sullivan County eastbound in Mamakating between the bus and a pickup truck, said New York State Trooper Steve Nevel. The school bus was traveling from Fallsburg to Boces in Orange County with five children and two bus monitors, Nevel said.  Five children on the bus suffered minor injuries and were treated and released from Catskill Regional Medical Center. Their ages range from 6 to 17 years old, Nevel sa…

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by Kathy Reakes
Kingston, NY
Business
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias. National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias.
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Sullivan County's Top Pizzerias. National Pizza Week started Sunday, Jan. 12. Craving a savory slice of pizza from Sullivan County? Look no further than these eateries, which were rated on Google as some of the best places for pizza in the area. Benji & Jake's (5 Horseshoe Lake Road in Kauneonga Lake) With an impressive 4.5/5-star rating on Google, Benji & Jake's features much more than pizza on its expansive menu. From high-end meat cuts to vegetarian options like tomato fettuccine and fried vegetarian dumplings, there’s no doubt that those with even the pickiest palates will find something to enjoy. Of course, …

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by Valerie Musson
Kingston, NY
Lifestyle
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Sullivan County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Here Are The Five Highest Rated Sullivan County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp
Here Are The Five Highest Rated Sullivan County Restaurants For Burgers, According To Yelp Sink your teeth into these five Sullivan County burger joints that are top-rated on Yelp: 1. Savory Sweet Eatery (542 Broadway, Suite 3 in Monticello)  Savory Sweet Eatery in Monticello serves up American-French fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner. SS is known for its classic variety of burgers made from beef, chicken, salmon or turkey and can even be stuffed. Cheese, veggie and other topping options are fresh and plentiful as well. SS earned a 4.5/5-star rating on Yelp. For more information, visit the Facebook page. 2. Yiasou Cafe (1980 State Route 52 in Liberty) With a 4.5/5-star…

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by Valerie Musson
Mahopac, NY
Lifestyle
These Area Bakeries Ranked Among Best In Upstate New York These Area Bakeries Ranked Among Best In Upstate New York
These Area Bakeries Ranked Among Best In Upstate New York A popular Hudson Valley bakery is the best-reviewed in upstate New York, according to a brand-new report that was released. Citing data from Yelp, NewYorkUpstate has released its latest report of the municipalities that feature the best bakeries. Factors that determine ranking include number of reviews, star ranking and number of negative reviews.” The report only includes locales from upstate - which is considered north of Westchester and Rockland counties - in the rankings. Dottie Audrey's Bakery Kitchen - Tuxedo Park, Orange County - (first overall): Dottie Audrey’s Bakery Kitchen on R…

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by Zak Failla
Stony Point, NY
Police & Fire
Investigation Underway After Hunter Finds Human Skeletal Remains In Area Investigation Underway After Hunter Finds Human Skeletal Remains In Area
Investigation Underway After Hunter Finds Human Skeletal Remains In Area Police are investigating after a hunter allegedly located human skeletal remains in the area. New York State Police in Sullivan County responded to Brisco Road in the town of Liberty after a hunter reportedly discovered human skeletal remains inside the wood line on Wednesday, Nov. 27. State Troopers are following up with an investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the State Police Liberty BCI at (845) 292-6600.  

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by Valerie Musson
Stony Point, NY
News
Area Couple Charged With Assault Of 6-Week-Old Child Area Couple Charged With Assault Of 6-Week-Old Child
Area Couple Charged With Assault Of 6-Week-Old Child A 28-year-old woman and her boyfriend have been arrested for the reckless assault of a 6-week-old child, state police say. Nashawanna Reynold, of Liberty, was arrested on Thursday, Nov. 14, following a month-long investigation by the New York State Police Child Abuse Unit in Sullivan County along with Child Protective Services, said Trooper Steven Nevel.  In addition, Reynolds and her boyfriend Brent Miano, 22, also of LIberty, were charged with endangering the welfare of a child after failing to take the child for medical attention for the injuries incurred as a result of the assault,…

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by Kathy Reakes
Kingston, NY
Lifestyle
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Sullivan County Craving a savory slice of pizza from Sullivan County? Look no further than these eateries, which were rated on Google as some of the best places for pizza in the area. Benji & Jake's (5 Horseshoe Lake Road in Kauneonga Lake) With an impressive 4.5/5-star rating on Google, Benji & Jake's features much more than pizza on its expansive menu. From high-end meat cuts to vegetarian options like tomato fettuccine and fried vegetarian dumplings, there’s no doubt that those with even the pickiest palates will find something to enjoy. Of course, Benji & Jake's is clearly known for its sp…

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by Valerie Musson
Newburgh, NY
Police & Fire
13 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops 13 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
13 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Nearly two dozen drivers were arrested by New York State Police troopers over the weekend in the Hudson Valley. Area residents charged were: Orange County On Friday, Oct. 18 State Police in Middletown arrested Frederick Pierce, 59, of New Windsor, for DWI. He was traveling on Interstate 84 in the town of Wallkill when he was stopped for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Investigation revealed that he was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Oct. 18 State Police in Montgomery arrested Frederick Pierce, 59, of New Windsor, for DWAI Drugs. He was traveling on Fos…

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by Zak Failla
Mahopac, NY
Police & Fire
15 Hudson Valley Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops 15 Hudson Valley Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
15 Hudson Valley Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops More than a dozen motorists in the Hudson Valley were arrested by New York State Police troopers for alleged impaired driving in the area. Area residents charged include:  Westchester County On Sunday, Sept. 29, State Police troopers in Liberty arrested Gerardo Casarella, 56 of Hartsdale, for DWI. He was traveling on State Route 17 in the town of Thompson when he was stopped for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Investigation revealed that he was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. Dutchess County On Saturday, Sept. 28, State Police troopers in Kingston arrested H…

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by Zak Failla
Stony Point, NY
Police & Fire
Driver Killed After Crossing Yellow Line, Crashing Into School Bus, Police Say Driver Killed After Crossing Yellow Line, Crashing Into School Bus, Police Say
Driver Killed After Crossing Yellow Line, Crashing Into School Bus, Police Say The driver of a Lincoln MKX was killed after crossing the double yellow line on Route 52 and striking a school bus, said the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office.The crash took place around 745 a.m., Monday, Sept. 16, on Route 52 at the Liberty/Fallsburg town line, said Undersheriff Eric Chaboty. Deputies at the scene deputies found that a 2007 Lincoln MKX that had been traveling westbound when it crossed the double yellow line and struck a school bus which was going in the opposite direction, Chaboty said.  The driver of the MKX was killed in the impact and pronounced dead at the scene by…

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by Kathy Reakes