Man Admits Stealing Laptop, Jewelry From Victim At Gunpoint In Port Jervis: DA
A New Jersey man has admitted to an armed robbery in the Hudson Valley and now faces nearly a decade behind bars, according to prosecutors.
Shaheem Hill, age 28, of Hamburg, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to second-degree robbery in Orange County Court on Wednesday, Feb. 5, Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced.
Authorities said that around 3:45 a.m. on Dec. 30, 2023, Hill and a co-defendant approached a victim on Ball Street in Port Jervis, displayed handguns, and forcibly stole property, including a laptop, jewelry, and a wallet.
A police investigation—including a …
Orange County Raid Nets AR-15, Sawed-Off Shotgun, 1 Arrest: Police
An Orange County man is facing felony charges after police seized multiple illegal firearms, including an AR-15 with a defaced serial number, during a raid in the town of Deerpark, authorities announced.
The City of Port Jervis Police Department, in collaboration with multiple law enforcement agencies, arrested Brian Negrette, age 40, of Huguenot, a hamlet of Deerpark, on Thursday, Jan. 2, on charges of criminal possession of a weapon. He is being held pending arraignment.
According to Port Jervis Police Chief William Worden, the arrest followed an investigation that led to executing a sear…
Behind The Glitter: Port Jervis Company Creates Tiles For Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Drop
A New York glass company is ringing in the New Year with a dazzling milestone—creating the triangular glass tiles for the iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball.
As 2025 begins, Gillinder Glass, a Port Jervis-based company with a history spanning over 160 years, celebrates its role in one of the world’s most famous traditions: the Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball drop.
In September, Jamestown, the owners of One Times Square, selected the company to design and manufacture 2,688 unique triangular glass tiles for the six-ton ball. The dazzling sphere, featuring 32,256 LED lights, captivates m…
Port Jervis Man Charged With Rape Of Minor Under 17, Police Searching For More Victims
An Orange County man is behind bars after the alleged rape and sexual abuse of a minor under the age of 17.
Port Jervis Police Chief William Worden alleges that in July, Jonathan T. Decker, age 26, of Port Jervis, met with the victim, who is less than 17 years old, and engaged in the act of sexual conduct, including intercourse, in Port Jervis.
Decker was arrested on Wednesday, Nov. 27, and charged with criminal sexual act, sex abuse and rape.
City of Port Jervis Police investigated the incident with the assistance of the Orange County Child Abuse Unit and the Orange County District …
Popular Port Jervis Burger Shop Offers Plenty More With Flair
If you're looking for a comfort spot for burgers, wraps, soups, sweets, and more, foodies in the Hudson Valley say one place pops to mind, and it is sure to please.
Located in Orange County, Ben's Fresh on Main Street in Port Jervis, is known for its burgers, but a look at Yelp and food pages shows it is also known for its soups, sweets, and much more.
Think wraps and quesadillas, ice cream, sweet treats of all kinds, and lots of room inside and out.
According to Foodies and Yelpers, the good thing about Ben's is that you get the unexpected when you order a bowl of chili …
