Kathy Reakes

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Kathy Reaks has worked as a reporter in the local news business since 1984, starting as a news clerk and working her way up. She spent 17 years at Florida Today in Melbourne, Florida as a general assignment reporter, crime reporter, entertainment reporter and restaurant critic. She worked four years at Hometown News as a general assignment reporter, then another two years at Spacecoast Daily in Cocoa Beach, Florida. She attended Eastern Florida State College in Melbourne, Florida.

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COVID-19: Four Weston Police Officers Test Positive COVID-19: Four Weston Police Officers Test Positive
Covid-19: Four Weston Police Officers Test Positive Weston residents can rest easy that they have adequate police coverage even after four of the town's officers have tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Weston First Selectman Chris Spaulding said there has been no gap in coverage with other officers filling shifts. In addition to the police officers, one person in the department's communications center tested positive for COVID-19 as well. After the first signs of symptoms, potentially exposed staff have been tested, Spaulding said. "Weston is an incredibly resilient town with amazing staff and citizenry," Spaulding said.…
COVID-19: DeCicco & Sons' Eight Area Stores Schedules Some Sunday Closures To Give Staff Rest COVID-19: DeCicco & Sons' Eight Area Stores Schedules Some Sunday Closures To Give Staff Rest
Covid-19: DeCicco & Sons' Eight Area Stores Schedules Some Sunday Closures To Give Staff Rest A popular grocery store chain is going to begin closing its eight stores in Westchester and Putnam counties on Sundays amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in order to give their staff time off to rest and spend time with their families. All DeCicco & Sons stores, including locally in Brewster, Ardsley, Armonk, Harrison, Larchmont, Millwood, Pelham, and Somers, will begin the Sunday closures on Sunday, April 19 and again on Sunday, April 26, when they will reconsider the practice. A lot of behind the scenes efforts take place every day to make sure the stores are extra clean a…
COVID-19: Mandatory Mask, Face Covering Requirement Issued In Bridgeport COVID-19: Mandatory Mask, Face Covering Requirement Issued In Bridgeport
Covid-19: Mandatory Mask, Face Covering Requirement Issued In Bridgeport One Fairfield County city has issued an executive order making it mandatory for all to wear protective face masks while in public to help stop the transmission of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim issued the order late Thursday, April 16, to begin on Friday, April 17. Under the order, all citizens are required to wear face masks or any other type of protective face covering while in public places such as parks, local establishments, and essential businesses. The precautionary measure is in addition to all other state orders and healthcare recommendation…
COVID-19: Westchester Church Launches Free Grocery Delivery Service For Members Unable To Shop COVID-19: Westchester Church Launches Free Grocery Delivery Service For Members Unable To Shop
Covid-19: Westchester Church Launches Free Grocery Delivery Service For Members Unable To Shop During the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), churches across the country might not be able to attend services together, but they are still doing the good works including one Westchester church which is delivering groceries for those in need. Grace/La Gracia Episcopal Church in White Plains, decided to come up with ways to reach not only its congregation during the pandemic but those in need throughout the community. The nearly 200-year-old Anglo-Catholic parish has also formed a new free delivery service of groceries for members- those unable to shop; and therefore in great need, said the …
COVID-19: Three Fairfield Women Spearhead Food Drives For Those In Need COVID-19: Three Fairfield Women Spearhead Food Drives For Those In Need
Covid-19: Three Fairfield Women Spearhead Food Drives For Those In Need As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to affect not only the health but livelihood of millions of citizens, organizations, and residents have stepped forward to help, including in Fairfield County. In Fairfield, three women who stepped forward in March and began holding food drives for other residents needing something to eat will hold their sixth "social distancing food drive" on Sunday, April 19. Helene Daly, Heather Dubrosky and Alexis Harrison began holding food drives on March 7 when the three women saw a need to help the community’s most vulnerable citizens, especiall…
Man Punches, Cuts Woman With Knife In Area, Police Say Man Punches, Cuts Woman With Knife In Area, Police Say
Man Punches, Cuts Woman With Knife In Area, Police Say A 51-year-old Ulster County man was arrested after allegedly punching and attacking a woman with a knife during a domestic dispute. Keith T. Cox, of New Paltz, was arrested around 8:30 p.m., on. Friday, April 10, after police responded to a 911 call that a woman had been assaulted with a knife in the village of New Paltz, said New Paltz Police Lt. Robert Lucchesi. When officers arrived on the scene they were able to interview the victim who told them she had been assaulted by Cox during a domestic dispute. According to police, the woman alleged that Cox punched her in the face and when she…
COVID-19: Death Toll From Ridgefield Assisted-Living Facility Reaches 16 COVID-19: Death Toll From Ridgefield Assisted-Living Facility Reaches 16
Covid-19: Death Toll From Ridgefield Assisted-Living Facility Reaches 16 The number of residents who have died at a Fairfield County assisted-living facility has jumped to 16. A senior spokesperson for Ridgefield Crossing in Ridgefield said that as of Tuesday, April 14, they could confirm that 16 residents, "beloved members of our community, have passed away after becoming positive for COVID-19." In addition to the deaths,  another 18 residents, and 17 employees have tested positive for COVID-19, the spokeswoman said. "This is a tragic loss for our community, and we extend our thoughts and deepest sympathies to each resident’s family and to our associates …
Four Caretakers Charged After Disabled Client Is Seriously Injured In Area, Police Say Four Caretakers Charged After Disabled Client Is Seriously Injured In Area, Police Say
Four Caretakers Charged After Disabled Client Is Seriously Injured In Area, Police Say Four employees of an area health-related agency have been arrested after a disabled client was seriously injured.  The four employees at Dutchess County-based Devereux Foundation were arrested on Tuesday, April 14, after New York State Police responded to the facility on an earlier call for an injury, said Trooper AJ Hicks. Initially, troopers responded to the facility on Gretna Road in the town of Pleasant Valley on Thursday, March 26, to assist with the transportation of a Devereux client to Vassar Hospital, Hicks said. An investigation found the victim had fallen two days prior, on…
Police Ask For Public's Help In Search For Suspect In Larceny At Area Gas Station Police Ask For Public's Help In Search For Suspect In Larceny At Area Gas Station
Police Ask For Public's Help In Search For Suspect In Larceny At Area Gas Station New York State Police are asking the public for help in their search for a man wanted in connection with larceny at an area gas station. The incident took place at the Mobil gas station at the intersection of State Route 9 and State Route 9G in the town of Rhinebeck on Monday, April 13, said Trooper AJ Hicks. The suspect appears to have a tattoo on his right calf. After being questioned by a station employee the subject fled in a dark-colored sedan and fled northbound on State Route 9G. The vehicle police believed was used for the suspect to flee.New York State Police Anyone with infor…
Man Faces Attempted Rape, Host Of Other Charges, State Police Say Man Faces Attempted Rape, Host Of Other Charges, State Police Say
Man Faces Attempted Rape, Host Of Other Charges, State Police Say A 40-year-old man has been arrested for alleged attempted rape and a host of other charges involving a child following a months-long investigation. Sullivan County resident Archie J. Ackerley, of Denning, was arrested by New York State Police on Wednesday, April 15, said Trooper Steven Nevel. The arrest resulted from an investigation conducted in conjunction with members of the state police in Kingston and the Sullivan County District Attorney’s Office.  The allegations against Ackerly include that, over the course of several months, he sent explicit photos of himself to a minor and a…
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