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Services Set For NYSP Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Services Set For NYSP Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash
Services Set For Nysp Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Visitation and funeral plans have been announced for the 49-year-old New York State Police sergeant who died in a motorcycle crash on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County earlier this week. Calling hours for Poughkeepsie native Sgt. Nigel Barnett, who died in a crash in East Fishkill on Tuesday, Sept. 16, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. at McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. at 895 Route 82 in Hopewell Junction.   The funeral service will be on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. at The Gathering at Faith Assembly, located at 25 Golf Club Ln. in Poughkeepsie. Sgt. …
State Police Sergeant Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash In East Fishkill: Was Station Commander State Police Sergeant Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash In East Fishkill: Was Station Commander
State Police Sergeant Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash In East Fishkill: Was Station Commander A longtime New York State Police sergeant was killed in a motorcycle crash on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County, police said.  The crash happened around 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, near mile marker 36.1 southbound in East Fishkill, according to New York State Police. Investigators said a 2025 Ducati motorcycle was heading south when its rider lost control. The rider, identified as Sergeant Nigel K. Barnett, 49, of Poughkeepsie, was ejected and struck the guardrail on the western shoulder. Despite immediate life-saving efforts, Barnett was pronounced dead at the scene. Bar…
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At John Jay High School (DEVELOPING) Police Activity Prompts Lockout At John Jay High School (DEVELOPING)
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At John Jay High School (Developing) A Dutchess County high school was placed on lockout Monday afternoon, Sept. 15, due to nearby police activity, officials said. At around 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Wappingers Central School District Superintendent Dwight Bonk announced that John Jay High School in East Fishkill went into lockout status after law enforcement notified administrators of an ongoing police matter near Interstate 84.  Bonk said the measure was taken “as a safety precaution.” He added that the safety of students and staff was not impacted. The lockout caused delays in dismissal, and all after-school activities at J…
Crystal Meth, Crack Cocaine, Fake ID Found In Man's Car On Taconic In East Fishkill: Police Crystal Meth, Crack Cocaine, Fake ID Found In Man's Car On Taconic In East Fishkill: Police
Crystal Meth, Crack Cocaine, Fake ID Found In Man's Car On Taconic In East Fishkill: Police A 34-year-old man is behind bars after police say a routine traffic stop on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County uncovered a stolen gun, crystal meth, a fake Florida ID, and more. The incident happened around 10:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26, in East Fishkill, when troopers stopped a Buick sedan for a vehicle and traffic violation, New York State Police announced on Thursday, Aug. 28. Troopers identified the driver as Jordan K. Gilmore, 34, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who was the only one inside the car. Police also said Gilmore consented to a search of the car, which led to a major di…
Man Caught With Over 500 Grams Of Cocaine On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: Police Man Caught With Over 500 Grams Of Cocaine On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: Police
Man Caught With Over 500 Grams Of Cocaine On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: Police A traffic stop in Dutchess County led to the arrest of a Long Island man after police said they discovered more than a pound of cocaine in his vehicle. The arrest happened at around 3 p.m. on Monday, August 4, when troopers pulled over a 2024 Toyota traveling northbound on the Taconic State Parkway in the Town of East Fishkill for vehicle and traffic violations, New York State Police said in an announcement on Tuesday, Aug. 5.  The driver, identified as Clinton P. Moody, age 46, of Hempstead in Nassau County, was the only one inside the vehicle, police said. During the stop, State Pol…
'Go-To Person': Well-Known East Fishkill Town Employee Dies After Cancer Battle 'Go-To Person': Well-Known East Fishkill Town Employee Dies After Cancer Battle
'Go-To Person': Well-Known East Fishkill Town Employee Dies After Cancer Battle A Dutchess County town is mourning the loss of a dedicated and beloved employee who died earlier this week after a courageous battle with cancer. Edward “Butch” Kidney, an East Fishkill town employee since 2016, died on Tuesday, July 15, the town announced on Thursday, July 17. Kidney served in the Highway Department and most recently worked as a Foreman for Buildings and Grounds. Known as a go-to resource for his colleagues, he was admired for his deep knowledge, generosity, and unwavering willingness to help others without seeking recognition. "Butch had a wealth of knowledge t…
Drunk Driver Caught With 12-Year-Old In Car On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: NYSP Drunk Driver Caught With 12-Year-Old In Car On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: NYSP
Drunk Driver Caught With 12-Year-Old In Car On Taconic Parkway In East Fishkill: Nysp A 54-year-old man is facing felony charges after allegedly driving drunk with a 12-year-old child in his vehicle on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County, police announced. The arrest followed a traffic stop at around 10:42 p.m. on Friday, July 11, when a trooper pulled over a Ford traveling northbound on the parkway in East Fishkill for multiple traffic violations, New York State Police announced on Monday, July 14.  The driver, identified as Preston J. Kellner, age 54, of Pleasant Valley, showed signs of intoxication and failed field sobriety tests at the scene, troopers said.…
Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police
Over 1K Grams Of Fentanyl Seized In Taconic Traffic Stop In East Fishkill: Police A Bronx man was arrested in Dutchess County after troopers allegedly found more than a kilogram of fentanyl during a routine traffic stop on the Taconic State Parkway, authorities said. The stop happened around 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, July 9, in the town of East Fishkill, New York State Police said on Thursday, July 10.  There, troopers pulled over a Toyota Camry traveling northbound for multiple traffic violations. The driver, identified as Carmelo Arroyo Miranda, age 36, of the Bronx, was the only person in the vehicle, according to authorities.  A narcotics detection K-9 …
Felon With Two DWIs Caught Driving Drunk On Taconic Parkway In Milan: NYSP Felon With Two DWIs Caught Driving Drunk On Taconic Parkway In Milan: NYSP
Felon With Two DWIs Caught Driving Drunk On Taconic Parkway In Milan: Nysp A man with two prior DWI convictions was arrested after allegedly driving drunk on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County, police said.  The arrest happened on Saturday, June 21, when troopers responded to a report of a Chevrolet Silverado swerving while heading northbound on the Taconic State Parkway in the Town of Milan, New York State Police announced on Monday, June 23.  Troopers pulled over the vehicle and spoke with the driver, identified as John A. Spiegel, age 34, of East Fishkill. During the stop, police said they saw signs of intoxication and gave field sobriety te…
These Westchester Cities, Towns Among Top 10 Safest In NY, New Report Says These Westchester Cities, Towns Among Top 10 Safest In NY, New Report Says
These Westchester Cities, Towns Among Top 10 Safest In NY, New Report Says If you're looking for peace of mind in New York, the Hudson Valley might be the place to be. According to a new report by Safewise, several communities in the region were ranked among the 10 safest cities in the state for 2025 based on FBI crime data. The list includes: Bedford in Westchester County, ranked at No. 1: Carmel in Putnam County, ranked at No. 2; Rye in Westchester County, ranked at No. 3; Hyde Park in Dutchess County, ranked at No. 5;  East Fishkill in Dutchess County, ranked at No. 6; Scarsdale in Westchester County, ranked at No. 7; Yorktown in Westchester County, rank…
Fentanyl, Firepower, Pills: Dealer Taken Down In SWAT Raid In Wappinger, DA Says Fentanyl, Firepower, Pills: Dealer Taken Down In SWAT Raid In Wappinger, DA Says
Fentanyl, Firepower, Pills: Dealer Taken Down In SWAT Raid In Wappinger, DA Says A 29-year-old man is behind bars without bail after operating a dangerous drug ring across multiple Dutchess County communities, dealing fentanyl, cocaine, and prescription pills from his home, officials said.   Former Bronx resident Alfonso Perez, 29, was arrested on Monday, May 19, following a coordinated raid at his residence on Dugan Lane in Wappinger, the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force announced on Thursday, May 22.  The arrest followed a multi-week investigation into narcotics trafficking in Wappinger, East Fishkill,  Beacon, and surroun…
Hundreds Of Fentanyl Bags, Crack Seized In Taconic Parkway Drug Bust In East Fishkill: Police Hundreds Of Fentanyl Bags, Crack Seized In Taconic Parkway Drug Bust In East Fishkill: Police
Hundreds Of Fentanyl Bags, Crack Seized In Taconic Parkway Drug Bust In East Fishkill: Police Two men were arrested after a traffic stop on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County led to police finding nearly 200 bags of fentanyl and other narcotics inside their vehicle, authorities announced.  The stop happened on Wednesday, May 14, in East Fishkill, when troopers pulled over a 2021 Jeep traveling northbound on the parkway for multiple traffic violations, New York State Police said.  The vehicle’s occupants were identified as Julio C. Tejada, age 41, and Michael Barnes, age 45, both residents of New York City.   During the stop, troopers had K-9 Vinn condu…
Man Found With Blue Fentanyl Pills, Ecstasy On Taconic In East Fishkill: NYSP Man Found With Blue Fentanyl Pills, Ecstasy On Taconic In East Fishkill: NYSP
Man Found With Blue Fentanyl Pills, Ecstasy On Taconic In East Fishkill: Nysp A traffic stop on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County turned into a major drug bust after a man was found with more than 100 grams of MDMA and blue fentanyl, police said. The stop happened on Monday, May 12, when troopers stopped a 2000 Honda traveling northbound in East Fishkill for traffic violations, New York State Police announced.  The driver, identified as Anyelo L. Santiago, age 37, of Manhattan, was the only one in the vehicle, according to authorities.  During a consent search and vehicle inventory, troopers said they found around 111 grams of MDMA, commonly kno…
Duo Steal From Home, Attack Homeowner After Fleeing In East Fishkill: Police Duo Steal From Home, Attack Homeowner After Fleeing In East Fishkill: Police
Duo Steal From Home, Attack Homeowner After Fleeing In East Fishkill: Police Two suspects are in custody after allegedly stealing from a home in Dutchess County and attacking the homeowner, authorities announced.  The incident leading up to the arrests began when officers responded to a burglary in progress at an East Fishkill residence on Railroad Avenue on Thursday, April 17 around 7:44 p.m., the East Fishkil Police Department said on Friday, April 18.  Upon arrival, police found that two suspects had unlawfully entered the home and stolen various items of property, according to authorities.  As the suspects fled the scene, police said the female s…
Swatting Incident: Man's Prank Shooting Report Prompts Response In East Fishkill, Cops Say Swatting Incident: Man's Prank Shooting Report Prompts Response In East Fishkill, Cops Say
Swatting Incident: Man's Prank Shooting Report Prompts Response In East Fishkill, Cops Say A 41-year-old man is facing felony charges after allegedly reporting a fake shooting as a prank that led to a heavy police response in Dutchess County, authorities said.  Fishkill resident Kieran T. Maddock was arrested on Tuesday, March 18, after investigators determined he was responsible for a “swatting” incident earlier that morning in East Fishkill, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office announced on Thursday, March 20.  The chaos began just after 6 a.m., when the Sheriff’s Office and Town of East Fishkill Police rushed to a home in East Fishkill following a 911 report of multi…
Dog Found With Abscesses, Infected Ears: Owner From Mahopac Charged, Officials Say Dog Found With Abscesses, Infected Ears: Owner From Mahopac Charged, Officials Say
Dog Found With Abscesses, Infected Ears: Owner From Mahopac Charged, Officials Say A 33-year-old man was criminally charged after allegedly neglecting his Havanese mix puppy, who was found suffering from severe infections and abscesses in Dutchess County, officials announced.  The investigation began on Monday, Jan. 29, when the Town of East Fishkill Police contacted the Putnam County SPCA after the puppy’s owner brought the dog, named "Max," to a veterinary office in East Fishkill. The veterinarians reported that Max showed severe signs of neglect, particularly in his ears and body, the SPCA said on Saturday, Feb. 8.  According to the SPCA, Max had been unable …
Illegal Firearm, Cocaine Seized From Poughkeepsie Drug Dealer In Going Investigation: DA Illegal Firearm, Cocaine Seized From Poughkeepsie Drug Dealer In Going Investigation: DA
Illegal Firearm, Cocaine Seized From Poughkeepsie Drug Dealer In Going Investigation: DA A Poughkeepsie man wanted in connection with a significant drug bust in East Fishkill has been arrested following a community tip, authorities announced. Michael S. Birney, 32, was taken into custody on Sunday, Jan. 5, after Drug Task Force Agents located him near Hooker Avenue and South Hamilton Street. Birney was arrested without incident, according to the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office. Birney's arrest comes nearly a month after those of Stephen Bai and Angela Martinez, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Birney had been under investigation by the Drug Task Force, wh…
Large Stash Of Cocaine, Loaded Handgun Seized In East Fishkill Drug Raid: Police Large Stash Of Cocaine, Loaded Handgun Seized In East Fishkill Drug Raid: Police
Large Stash Of Cocaine, Loaded Handgun Seized In East Fishkill Drug Raid: Police A 31-year-old Hudson Valley man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities discovered cocaine and a loaded handgun during a narcotics raid. According to Det. Sgt. Adam Harris of the Dutchess County District Attorney Drug Task Force, an ongoing investigation into narcotics and drug sales by the task force led to the arrest of Rahmel P. Garraway, age 31, who is accused of operating out of multiple locations, including a residence in East Fishkill. Harris said task force agents, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Unit and the Town of East Fishkill Police Departmen…
School Employee Accused Of Shoving, Endangering Disabled Student In Yorktown School Employee Accused Of Shoving, Endangering Disabled Student In Yorktown
School Employee Accused Of Shoving, Endangering Disabled Student In Yorktown A 28-year-old employee of a school in the region faces a felony charge after allegedly endangering a disabled student, police said. The events leading to the arrest began in Northern Westchester at around 5:45 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1, when a suspicious incident at the Shrub Oak International School at 3151 Stony St. prompted a police response, Yorktown Police announced on Friday, Nov. 15.  An investigation determined that a school employee, identified as Dutchess County resident Sebastian Borba-Ferreira of East Fishkill, allegedly shoved and "committed other endangering actions" on…
2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In East Fishkill During Traffic Stop: Police 2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In East Fishkill During Traffic Stop: Police
2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In East Fishkill During Traffic Stop: Police Two people were busted for alleged felony cocaine possession during a routine traffic stop by New York State Police in the Hudson Valley. The incident occurred in Dutchess County at 9:20 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, in East Fishkill. According to Trooper AJ Hicks, members of the department's Community Stabilization Unit conducted a traffic stop of a 2020 BMW 530 Series on the Taconic State Parkway for violations of the vehicle and traffic laws. An investigation determined the driver, Westchester County resident Steven A. Emery, age 44, of Yonkers, and the passenger Shelby Rose …
East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say
East Fishkill Dealer Nabbed Peddling Cocaine Mixed With Fentanyl, Police Say An alleged drug dealer in the region was busted after he was caught selling cocaine mixed with fentanyl in connection with a fatal car crash. Dutchess County resident Joseph M. Kundrat, age 32, of East Fishkill, was charged on Monday, Sept. 30, following an investigation by the Dutchess County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force. According to Task Force agent Det. Sgt. Adam Harris, the task force, initiated an investigation into Kundrat after a request from the East Fishkill Police in connection with a fatal auto crash in which cocaine-laced fentanyl was found. Harris said the drive…
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Although those shopping for a home in the Hudson Valley finally have more inventory to choose from, this has not decreased prices, according to a new report.  According to the Houlihan Lawrence Westchester-Putnam Dutchess Q3 Market Report released on Tuesday, Oct. 8, real estate markets in the three counties are experiencing an increase in available listings, the first major shift in more than three years.  This follows an extended period of reduced inventory as a result of high demand, the report said. According to the report, listings in Westchester increased by an average…
Hudson Valley Man Killed In Crash Between Truck, Car Hudson Valley Man Killed In Crash Between Truck, Car
Hudson Valley Man Killed In Crash Between Truck, Car A Hudson Valley man was killed in a two-vehicle crash. The incident occurred in Dutchess County around 8 a.m., Thursday, June 13, on Route 52 at the intersection of Leetown Road in the town of East Fishkill. According to Chief Derrick Cuccia of the East Fishkill Police, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 Mack truck (Tri-County Carting garbage truck) driven by a 55-year-old Brewster man was traveling eastbound on Route 52 when it struck a 2018 Subaru that was exiting Leetown Road.  The driver of the Subaru, Thomas J. Dunne, age 74, of Stormville, was pronounced dead at th…
2 Hudson Valley Inmates Arrested Again For New Crimes 2 Hudson Valley Inmates Arrested Again For New Crimes
2 Hudson Valley Inmates Arrested Again For New Crimes Two inmates at a Hudson Valley jail have been charged with new crimes while behind bars. Dutchess County residents William Green Jr., age 30, of Poughkeepsie, and Craig Albrecht, age 41, of East Fishkill, were charged on Wednesday, May 1. According to Capt. John Watterson with the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office Green and Albrecht were arrested separately for the same crime. Both men were charged with felony criminal attempt and are accused of violating orders of protection by calling the protected people, Watterson said. After being charged, Green and Albrecht were both r…
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District After six years, a Hudson Valley superintendent has announced his upcoming move to a nearby district to remain closer to his family. Superintendent Phil Benante of Putnam County's Haldane Central School District announced on Tuesday, April 30 that he was appointed head of the Arlington Central School District in Dutchess County, according to a letter written to the district community.  In his letter, Benante wrote that he chose to move to the Arlington district because it would allow him to work closer to his family.  The Arlington district includes parts of Beekman, La Gran…
Developing: 15 Protestors Charged After Closing Down Bridge In Hudson Valley Developing: 15 Protestors Charged After Closing Down Bridge In Hudson Valley
Developing: 15 Protestors Charged After Closing Down Bridge In Hudson Valley New York State Police arrested 15 people during a protest calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict after they shut down parts of a major highway and a bridge.  The incident occurred in Dutchess County on I-84 and the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge around 8 a.m., Monday, April 15. According to Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police, the bridge was closed for approximately 45 minutes for state police to clear the bridge and detain the protestors. During the protest, traffic was backed up on I-84 in Dutchess County from East Fishkill to the bridge. Hicks said the protesters c…
Hudson Valley Man Known For 'Dispensary Bus' Busted Selling Pot To Minors, Police Say Hudson Valley Man Known For 'Dispensary Bus' Busted Selling Pot To Minors, Police Say
Hudson Valley Man Known For 'Dispensary Bus' Busted Selling Pot To Minors, Police Say A Hudson Valley man known for his makeshift "dispensary bus" was busted for allegedly selling cannabis to people under the age of 21. The arrest took place in Dutchess County around 4:30 p.m., Monday, Feb. 26 in East Fishkill. According to East Fishkill Police, Orange County resident Eli E. Herrera, age 22, of Monroe, was charged with criminal sale of cannabis and unlawful sale of cannabis. Herrera's arrest comes following an investigation by the East Fishkill Police and the Dutchess County Drug Task Force.  The investigation found that Herrera allegedly sold cannabis out the rear of…
3 Charged In Stabbing At Hudson Valley Amazon Facility 3 Charged In Stabbing At Hudson Valley Amazon Facility
3 Charged In Stabbing At Hudson Valley Amazon Facility A man and two women were charged in connection with an alleged stabbing inside an Amazon facility in the Hudson Valley. The incident took place in Dutchess County at the Amazon warehouse in the town of East Fishkill around 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1.  According to Chief Derrick Cuccia of the town of East Fishkill Police, officers responded to the warehouse for a report of a stabbing. They found one man with a wound on his hand from a switchblade knife and were told that an Amazon employee, identified as Jelani J. Senior, age 20, address unknown, was the aggressor. An investigatio…
31-Year-Old Charged After Half-Kilo Of Cocaine Seized On Taconic Parkway 31-Year-Old Charged After Half-Kilo Of Cocaine Seized On Taconic Parkway
31-Year-Old Charged After Half-Kilo Of Cocaine Seized On Taconic Parkway A 31-year-old man was allegedly nabbed with a half-kilo of cocaine during a traffic stop in the Hudson Valley. The incident occurred in Dutchess County around 2 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 11 on the Taconic Parkway in East Fishkill when New York State Police stopped the driver for traffic violations. Berkshire County, Massachusetts resident Brandon M. Green, age 31, of Pittsfield, was stopped in a 2020 Toyota sedan, said Trooper AJ Hicks. During the stop, troopers found that Green was driving while ability impaired by drugs and during a search of the vehicle uncovered a half-kilogram of cocaine…
Police Department In Hudson Valley Expresses Thanks For Support During 'Darkest Time' Police Department In Hudson Valley Expresses Thanks For Support During 'Darkest Time'
Police Department In Hudson Valley Expresses Thanks For Support During 'Darkest Time' Members of a Hudson Valley police department are thanking the community, fellow police, and fire departments for their support after losing a long-time officer in a crash. "During our darkest time, our community, law enforcement brotherhood, and local fire departments banded together and shined the light to guide our grieving members through the most challenging loss our agency has suffered," said the town of East Fishkill Police Department Acting Chief Lt. Derrick Cuccia in a letter to all.  New Update: ID Released For East Fishkill Police Officer Killed In Taconic Parkway Cras…
Funeral Arrangements Announced For Police Officer Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Funeral Arrangements Announced For Police Officer Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash
Funeral Arrangements Announced For Police Officer Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Funeral arrangements have been announced for a police officer who was killed in a crash in the Hudson Valley. Earlier report - ID Released For East Fishkill Police Officer Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash East Fishkill PD Expresses Thanks For Support During 'Darkest Time' Office Daniel Paul DiDato, age 47, of East Fishkill, died on Monday, Dec. 18, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle crash while driving to interview witnesses of another accident. Daniel worked as a patrol officer for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) from 2001-2005. He has served as a police office…