Dutchess County

Tornado Warning Issued, Dropped For Parts Of Tri-State Area

A tornado warning was issued Tuesday for parts of the Tri-State Area, and a spotter reported that a tornado touched down upstate.

2013/05/21

Hastings-on-Hudson in Westchester County after Sandy (credit: Lisa Maxwell)

Northern Suburbs, Hudson Valley Still Struggling With Power, Water Outages After Sandy

For those north of New York City, life is still not normal since superstorm Sandy hit on Monday. Many are without power and some can’t drink the water.

2012/10/31

The remains of the Sullivan home in Carmel, N.Y., destroyed earlier this year by fire. (credit: CBS 2)

Coroner: Larchmont Police Captain, Family Died Of Smoke Inhalation In Carmel Fire

The Putnam County coroner said based on the preliminary autopsy results, it “probably” means Larchmont Police Captain Thomas Sullivan, his wife Donna and their two daughters, 17-year-old Meghan and 15-year-old Mairead, died before they were burned.

2012/05/02

Buying Snowblowers at Lowe's in Butler, N.J. (credit: Marla Diamond/WCBS 880)

With Wintry Weather & Snow On Its Way, Tri-State Residents Say ‘It’s Nuts’

Starting Saturday afternoon, a wintry mix is expected to hit the Tri-State Area.

2011/10/28

Apple Pie Contest Sign - Annandale-on-Hudson - Oct 14, 2011 (credit: Deborah Rodriguez / WCBS 880)

Apple Pie Contest Saturday In Dutchess County

Montgomery Place Orchards in Annandale-on-Hudson (that’s upstate near Red Hook) grows sixty varieties of antique apples, and this time of year, they like to see which ones bake up best.

2011/10/14

A utility crew is seen at work in Lewisboro, NY - Aug 31, 2011 (credit: Paul Murnane / WCBS 880)

President Obama Signs Irene Disaster Declaration For Upstate New York Counties

President Barack Obama has declared a major disaster in New York after Tropical Storm Irene, freeing up federal recovery funds.

2011/08/31

Flooding along Albany Post Rd (Route 9A) in Buchanan, NY (credit: Facebook fan pic by Mark Angelides)

Northern Suburbs Continue To Clean Up After Hurricane Irene

From Westchester County to Dutchess County and beyond, New York City’s northern suburbs are still cleaning up from the torrential rains of Hurricane Irene.

2011/08/29

2010 Dutchess County Fair - Rhinebeck, NY (credit: Garret Lown Photography via Dutchess County Agricultural Society)

Stories From Main Street: 166th Dutchess County Fair Is Ready For Business

At the 166th Dutchess County Fair the emphasis will be on the best home-baked pie, the cows and baby pigs.

2011/08/22

Milbrook Vineyards & Winery (file / credit: Millbrook Vineyards & Winery)

New York State Wine Industry On The Upswing

The economy may be in dire straights, but there is one industry in New York that is growing by leaps and bounds.

2011/08/15

Suspect Stephen Shand Arrested In Killing Of Dutchess County College Student Kathryn Filiberti

Police charged Shand with homicide and a grand jury began hearing evidence Thursday. An indictment and more details about the case are expected next week.

2011/08/11

Use Of Golden Retriever In Rape Case Courts Controversy In New York

The defense team said that the comfort dog’s presence in the courtroom prejudiced the jury against their client, who was convicted and is now serving jail time.

2011/08/10

Sprout Creek Farm - La Grange, NY (file / credit: Sprout Creek Farm)

Stories From Main Street: Sprout Creek Farm Teaches Students Important Lessons Outside Of The Classroom

Just outside Poughkeepsie, Sprout Creek Farm is a unique place – an outdoor classroom full of kids.

2011/05/23

Vassar College - Poughkeepsie, NY (file / credit: Vassar College)

Man Accused Of Stealing Vassar College Funds At Center Of Another Investigation

Police have expanded their case against a contractor accused of stealing funds meant for Vassar College.

2011/04/11

Murder Of Female College Student Shocks Dutchess County

A shocking murder has stunned a quiet northern suburb. A young college student left a party, and the next day was found dead on the side of a road. Now, police are going to great lengths to catch her killer.

2011/03/22