Mastermind Behind 'Hot Lunch' Newburgh Food Truck Drug Ring Gets Prison In Sweeping Case
The man at the center of what prosecutors have called one of the largest gun and narcotics trafficking operations in Orange County history, which has already led to numerous sentencing, has learned his fate.
Kirkland Salmon, 44, of Newburgh, was sentenced on Tuesday, April 21, to 12 years in state prison followed by five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including first-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, first-degree criminal sale of a firearm, and conspiracy charges, the Orange County District Attorney’s Office announced on…
GameStop Closures Sweep NY, Hitting Hudson Valley, Capital Region, Long Island Stores
GameStop is shuttering dozens of locations across New York State in early 2026, with multiple stores in the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, and Long Island among those slated to close.
The closures were announced over the first weekend of the year, Polygon reported.
The stores slated for closure include:
Hudson Valley Closures
Middletown – Galleria at Crystal Run, 1 N. Galleria Blvd. #127 (Jan. 14);
Monticello – Monticello Mall, 36 Mountain Mall Plaza (Jan. 7);
Poughkeepsie – 44 Plaza, 47 Burnett Blvd. (Jan. 7);
Poughkeepsie – Poughkeepsie Galleria, 2001 South Rd. #D212 (Jan. …
Best Children's Activity And Best Children's Museum In 2025: Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum
We are thrilled to announce that Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum has been named Best Children's Activity and Best Children's Museum in the Hudson Valley in the 2025 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards, winning the titles for the second year in a row!
According to its website, the museum celebrates childhood learning through hands-on exhibits that encourage children to move, build, pretend, collaborate, and explore together. Its mission, as stated online, is to empower children and their families while fostering curiosity, confidence, and self-worth.
The Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum.
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First Robotic Heart Surgery Performed At Westchester Medical: Here's How They Did It
Westchester Medical Center has achieved a historic milestone in Hudson Valley healthcare with the successful completion of its first-ever robotic cardiac surgery, hospital officials said.
The procedure, performed in mid-July, was led by Dr. Makoto Hibino, Director of the Robotic Cardiac Surgery Program, in collaboration with Dr. David Spielvogel, WMCHealth announced on Thursday, Aug. 28.
Together, they removed a mass from the left atrium of a patient’s heart using advanced robotic-assisted technology.
According to hospital officials, traditionally, such operations require opening the…
Bloomingburg Man, 32, Killed In High-Speed Crash On Route 416, State Police Say
A 32-year-old man was killed in a high-speed crash in the Hudson Valley Friday, Aug. 15, police said.
At approximately 8:45 p.m., troopers out of State Police Montgomery responded to a one-car collision on State Route 416 in the village of Montgomery where they say Ryan D. Tucker, of Bloomingburg, had been heading west at a high rate of speed.
Tucker, in a 2016 Honda, failed to negotiate a right-hand turn through a yield sign onto Union Avenue, where it subsequently struck several trees off the west shoulder, state police said.
The operator and sole occupant of the vehicle, Tucker, of…
By Invitation Only: The World's Most Elusive Clubs
Ever get the feeling the real party isn’t the one you’re at, but the one you’ll never be invited to? The kind with no address on the invite, because there is no invite?
That sense of being shut out isn’t new. It’s the hallmark of a tradition of private, invitation‑only circles that’s been quietly perfected for centuries.
In the 1700s, the Hellfire Club made headlines for secrecy and scandal, while across London, White’s was quietly defining the real rules of exclusivity. Founded in 1693, it remains the world’s oldest private members’ club, counting royals, prime ministers, and power brokers…
Famous Frank Pepe's Pizzeria Now Serving Fan-Favorite Summer Seasonal Pie: Here's What's On It
The legendary Connecticut-based Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana is bringing back a fan favorite just in time for summer that's now available at all locations, including in the Hudson Valley.
The seasonal Fresh Tomato Pie, which debuted in 2008, returned to the menu on Monday, June 30, and will be available through the end of summer, according to the iconic New Haven-based pizza chain.
Known for its crispy, chewy, and slightly charred crust, the Fresh Tomato Pie features fresh native tomatoes, house-sliced mozzarella, garlic, basil, grated Pecorino Romano imported from Italy, and a driz…
Work Begins On Upscale Village With Apartments, Shops, Ice Rink In Tuxedo
A massive new luxury town center is rising in the Hudson Valley, bringing high-end apartments, shops, and public amenities to Orange County.
Construction has officially started on Market Square and The Village Town Center at Tuxedo Reserve, a 1,200-acre development located in the town of Tuxedo near the Sloatsburg border, designer Aufgang Architects announced on Tuesday, June 10.
The project, designed by Aufgang’s Aurae Luxury Division, will include 93 upscale rental apartments across four mixed-use buildings, with 38,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space. The residential u…
Poughkeepsie Woman, 34, Killed In Early-Morning Crash: Police
A 34-year-old woman from Poughkeepsie was killed in a crash early Saturday morning, April 5, in the Hudson Valley, state police said.
Troopers from State Police Highland responded at approximately 5:22 a.m. to Old Post Road in the town of Marlborough for a report of a motor vehicle collision, according to a press release from authorities.
An investigation revealed that the driver, identified as Maria Hyde, had been heading north in a 2014 Kia Sorento when she lost control of the vehicle and struck a tree on the eastern shoulder of the roadway. Hyde, who was alone in the car, died at the sce…
Hudson Valley, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners!
The votes are in, and the excitement is real! After weeks of nominations, weeks of enthusiastic voting, and incredible local support, we’re thrilled to reveal the winners of the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards!
Spanning six major categories—Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Arts & Entertainment, Home & Service, Shopping, and Professional—your votes have crowned the top picks in 86 different fields. From favorite restaurants and top-rated salons to skilled tradespeople and must-visit entertainment spots, this year’s winners showcase the very best of the Hudson Valley.
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