Mount Pleasant, NY
Police & Fire
DWI Driver Charged After BMW Crashes Into Hudson Valley House, Killing Two
A drunk driver was charged with four counts of aggravated vehicular manslaughter in connection with a November crash into a home that killed two people, according to Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. Christopher Perrella, 32, of Vernon, N.J., was arraigned Tuesday in connection with the deaths of two women who were passengers in a BMW that Perrella had been driving and crashed into a house in Warwick on Nov. 4, the DA's Office said. Perrella, who was also charged with several other counts including driving while his ability to operate the car was impaired by both alcohol and m…
Paterson, NJ
Obituaries
Paterson Native Brian Petronaci Dies, 39
PATERSON, N.J. — Brian Petronaci originally of Paterson died suddenly on Jan. 7. He was 39. Brian grew up in the Oak Ridge section of Jefferson Township, and graduated from Jefferson Township High School, where he played football. He moved to Hopatcong 17 years ago to be closer to Lake Hopatcong, where he loved to spend time boating and enjoying activities year-round. "Petro", as he was affectionately nicknamed by his friends, had an infectious laugh and a kind heart that drew people to him. His "Brian" humor was enjoyed by all and his love of life was evident in all …
