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After closing earlier this month is one of Middletown, New York's favorite restaurants reopening?. Earlier this month we shared the unfortunate news that one of Middletown's longest-operating restaurants had closed their doors after 40+ years. The legendary El Bandido restaurant located at 536 East Main St, Middletown shared the news on social media saying, "El Bandido has come under hard times and unfortunately we will be closed until further notice." The message went on to say "We will be back soon and stronger than ever." Well, it appears soon has arrived!

NASSAU COUNTY - A 25-year-old man from Long Island barricaded himself into his Woodbury home after allegedly having ongoing sexual relations with a 14-year-old girl, the Nassau County Police Department announced. According to authorities, police were dispatched Tuesday to a home located on Roseanne Drive for a house alarm, and...

Officials plan to allocate over $2 million towards constructing an emergency care center and modernizing the primary care facilities at the Middletown campus.

Here are some stories making headlines across the Hudson Valley. Gregory Tompkins, a juvenile at an Orange County detention center, is now confronting several criminal charges following a violent episode last week. Allegedly, Tompkins used a shank to threaten and steal keys from a Goshen Secure employee, initiating a chain of assaults within the facility. Police reports indicate that Tompkins not only assaulted the aforementioned employee but also targeted a second staff member. Using the stolen keys, he gained access to another section of the detention center, where he attacked two residents. While several fights erupted among other inmates during the incident, no further arrests were made. Tompkins is currently held in Orange County Jail as authorities continue to investigate the incident and address the charges against him.

CAMPBELL HALL – A body found in the woods in Campbell Hall on Saturday was that of a suicide victim, State Police said Monday. Troopers said on Monday that the body was discovered by a hiker at around 10:45 a.m. at the eastern bank of the Wallkill River at the end of the Hamptonburgh Trail.

Two missing teens from Oregon are believed to be together after they were briefly found by officials in Nevada on Friday, according to law enforcement in the state. 

Edward Holley, 42, stands accused of second-degree murder in the death of 20-year-old Megan McDonald whose body was discovered in a secluded field in Wallkill

For over three months, drivers have been forced to travel more than five miles out of their way. Now, the nightmare is finally over. Local residents in Blooming Grove are rejoicing over the announcement that an Orange County road will finally reopen after being closed for a quarter of the year. Imagine trying to simply drive across town and be faced with a massive detour. That's what residents of Blooming Grove have been dealing with since August 14.

In the Hudson Valley of New York, the hamlets of Pine Bush and Bullville offer a hauntingly unique blend of history and mystery. Pine Bush, dubbed the 'UFO Capital of New York,' has a storied reputation for unexplained aerial phenomena, drawing enthusiasts and skeptics alike. Its night skies serve as a canvas for strange lights and curious crafts, with personal testimonies from locals like Vincent Polise and C. Burns weaving a rich tapestry of extraterrestrial folklore.

The $100 million investment, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced, will support repaving projects on nearly 568 miles of busy roadways throughout the Hudson Valley, Capital Region, Long Island, and more. Hochul said the effort comes as a result of severe weather that has been battering the state more and more. "From...

Brew Goshen is an in-village eatery and tavern offering craft beers and a well thought out crafted menu for over 30 years. Brew features indoor seating, outdoor seating right on Main Street, a full bar that hosts happy hours, live entertainment, sports broadcasts, ever changing craft beers on tap and a large selection of bottled and canned brews, as well as boozy and regular milkshakes.

It was a lucky Wednesday, Nov. 29 for a Powerball player in Passaic County.A ticket sold at Jackpocket in Hewitt matched four out of five numbers and the Powerball, netting the winner $50,000. The winning numbers were 6, 47, 50, 61, 68 and the Powerball was 4. 

In a tragic turn of events on a recent Saturday, a hiker stumbled upon a grim scene in the serene woods of Campbell Hall. Near the eastern bank of the Wallkill River, at the quiet end of Hamptonburgh Trail, lay the lifeless body of an individual. The discovery, which took place in the early hours around 10:45 a.m., prompted an immediate response from State Police. After thorough investigation, authorities confirmed on Monday that the person had died by suicide.

Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near wurtsboro.

This article presents three exceptional Breakfast & Brunch spots in Sussex. Have you had the chance to visit any of them yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below:

A lower Hudson Valley man admitted to killing a man who went missing from the Mid-Hudson Region. Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced that 65-year-old Joseph Janulewicz of West Nyack, New York pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter. Rockland County Man Pleads Guilty To Manslaughter of...

A local resident has a lot to be thankful for. The Hudson Valley's "luckiest" store has produced another $1 million winner. The New York State Lottery confirmed a second-prize-winning ticket was sold for the Nov 17 Mega Millions drawing in Orange County. $1 Million Mega Millions Winning Ticket Sold In...

The Pine Bush Board of Education has appointed Jennifer Evans as the district’s director of physical education, health, and athletics, effective from Monday, January 1, 2024. Currently an assistant principal at Pine Bush High School, Evans has spent her career in the district, including a previous stint as the director of physical education and health.

MIDDLETOWN – Car larcenies are crimes of opportunity. Most are committee when vehicles are left unlocked. In Middletown, there has been a recent rash of those larcenies and Police Chief John Ewanciw wants residents to be on the alert. “Over the last couple of weeks, we have had a...

The incident led to the truck overturning in the center median on the southbound side, spilling approximately 50 gallons of diesel fuel.