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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: One Of Connecticut's 19 Fatalities ID'd As Weston Resident COVID-19: One Of Connecticut's 19 Fatalities ID'd As Weston Resident
Covid-19: One Of Connecticut's 19 Fatalities ID'd As Weston Resident A Weston resident has died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), according to a notice from town officials, one of 19 deaths reported across the state. Weston officials posted a statement on Wednesday, March 25 announcing the passing: "We regret to inform you that one of our community members has succumbed to his illness caused by COVID-19. Our condolences and sympathies go out to his family as they mourn their incredible loss." The deceased person was not identified.  Town officials said they working closely with public health partners to monitor conditions in to…

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COVID-19: New Ridgefield Cases Bring Town Total To 46, Ranging In Age From 19 To 89 COVID-19: New Ridgefield Cases Bring Town Total To 46, Ranging In Age From 19 To 89
Covid-19: New Ridgefield Cases Bring Town Total To 46, Ranging In Age From 19 To 89 Four new cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Ridgefield in the past 24 hours. Ridgefield Health Director Ed Briggs confirmed the town currently has 46 COVID-19 active cases with the ages of those infected ranging from 19-89 as of early Thursday afternoon, March 26. In the last 24 hours, Briggs said there are four new cases testing positive in the town. Of the 46 cases, 17 were reported at Ridgefield Crossings (a senior complex) on Route 7 and the remaining 29 were spread throughout the community. Related story: Town-By-Town Look At COVID-19 Cases I…

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Duo Indicted For Apparent Long Island Road-Rage Murder Duo Indicted For Apparent Long Island Road-Rage Murder
Duo Indicted For Apparent Long Island Road-Rage Murder Two Long Island men have been arraigned for the murder of a local man following an apparent road-rage incident in January. Kenneth Regan, 21, of Centereach, was virtually arraigned on Wednesday, March 25, and charged with murder and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon, said Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas Douglas Coudrey, 22, of Eastport, was arraigned on Thursday, March 12 and charged with murder and two counts of criminal possession of a weapon. The two men were charged in connection with the January 14 seat of 27-year-old Justin Gottlieb of Plainview, the …

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Photos: Resident Escapes After House Fire Breaks Out In Danbury Photos: Resident Escapes After House Fire Breaks Out In Danbury
Photos: Resident Escapes After House Fire Breaks Out In Danbury A Fairfield County resident was able to escape a house fire without injury. The fire took place around 11:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 25, on. Royal Drive in Danbury, said Danbury Fire Department Spokesperson James Gagliardo. When firefighters arrived on the scene they found smoke showing and an advancing fire in the rear of the home, Gagliardo said. A single occupant in the home was able to safely escape with no injuries and was evaluated by Danbury Hospital EMS. Fire crews did an excellent job knocking down the fire considering there were no hydrants in the area and volunteer firefigh…

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Former Employee Charged With Stealing iPhones From Verizon Wireless Store In Fairfield County Former Employee Charged With Stealing iPhones From Verizon Wireless Store In Fairfield County
Former Employee Charged With Stealing iPhones From Verizon Wireless Store In Fairfield County A Fairfield County man was arrested for allegedly stealing several iPhones from his former employee just hours after he fired. Miguel J. Portela, 40, of Bridgeport, was arrested on Thursday, March 12, after committing the crimes in Fairfield, said Fairfield Chief of police Christopher Lyddy. The arrest took place after Fairfield police responded to Verizon Wireless on Post Road for a report of larceny by a former employee, Lyddy said. Officers spoke to a store employee who reported Portela walked into the store around 5:50 p.m., entered the storage room and walked out of the store with sev…

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Man Shot During Standoff With Police On Long Island Man Shot During Standoff With Police On Long Island
Man Shot During Standoff With Police On Long Island A Long Island man was shot by police after allegedly threatening officers with a rifle and barricading himself inside his home. Christopher Malerba, 49, of Middle Island, was shot and injured by Suffolk County Police on Wednesday, March 25, following a stand-off at his home, Suffolk County Police said. The incident began around 2:20 p.m. when the department's Hostage Negotiation Team and Emergency Service Section responded to 40 Bailey Road after a 911 call from a concerned person reporting Malerba, had made homicidal and suicidal statements, police said.  Officers were able to establ…

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Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say
Man Arrested For Sexually Abusing Woman, State Police Say A 31-year-old man has been arrested for the alleged sexual abuse of a woman and burglary. Sullivan County resident Cody Yaun, 31, of Liberty, was arrested on Wednesday, March 25, by New York State Police after the woman was able to escape and report the attack to police, said Trooper Steven Nevel. State police said an investigation revealed that Yaun allegedly broke into the apartment of a woman and attempted to strangle and sexually assault her.  The victim was able to free herself after pulling away and scratching Yaun in the face, Nevel said. Yaun fled the residence but was locate…

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Woman Found Stabbed Outside Building Where Fire Broke Out In Area Woman Found Stabbed Outside Building Where Fire Broke Out In Area
Woman Found Stabbed Outside Building Where Fire Broke Out In Area An Orange County woman was found stabbed outside a building that was on fire. The woman was found around 12:30 a.m., Thursday, March 26, when City of Newburgh police responded to 24 Dubois St., for a report of a fire inside a building where a person had been stabbed, said Det. Lt. Joseph Burns. When officers arrived on the scene, they found smoke inside a second-floor hallway and moved from the area to allow firefighters to handle the blaze, Burns said. As officers left the area, several witnesses said there was a woman on the rear fire escape who had been stabbed, Burns added. Offic…

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COVID-19: Leader Of Kiryas Joel Tests Positive For Virus COVID-19: Leader Of Kiryas Joel Tests Positive For Virus
Covid-19: Leader Of Kiryas Joel Tests Positive For Virus Updated story - COVID-19: Cuomo Nixes Kiryas Joel Containment Zone, Orange County Executive Says The leader of Kiryas Joel in Orange County has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), according to multiple sources. Satmar Grand Rebbe Aaron Teitelbaum, 72, who leads one of the world's largest Hasidic groups, reportedly tested positive over the weekend and is resting at home in Kiryas Joel. Earlier story: Orange County Exec Asks For COVID-19 Containment Zone In Kiryas Joel Jewish publications, including Fast Forward, are reporting that Teitelbaum had no…

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COVID-19: Eight Fire Department Members Test Positive In Westchester COVID-19: Eight Fire Department Members Test Positive In Westchester
Covid-19: Eight Fire Department Members Test Positive In Westchester At least eight firefighters have tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and several others are showing signs of illness in White Plains. According to the White Plains Firefighters Union IAFF 274, as of Wednesday, March 25, there were eight White Plains firefighters who have tested positive for COVID-19. The Union said the number of positive cases within the department is expected to climb in the coming days and weeks, in a statement. "While our brothers are home recuperating, members of Local 274 will be coming to work to protect you and your loved ones, while doing everythin…

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