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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Severe Winds Topple Large Tree On Top Of Two Vehicles In Area Severe Winds Topple Large Tree On Top Of Two Vehicles In Area
Severe Winds Topple Large Tree On Top Of Two Vehicles In Area Severe winds in the Hudson Valley overnight toppled a large tree on top of two vehicles, causing extensive damage. The tree came down around 12:55 p.m., Saturday, March 13, in the area of Hommelville Road, in Saugerties, where other trees and wires were down in the area, Saugerties Police Chief Joseph A. Sinagra said.  Both vehicles were severally damaged, the chief said. Severe winds brought down trees and wires in Ulster County.Saugerties Police Department Central Hudson crews and fire personnel also responded as several trees that had come down also took out powerlines in the area. …
Man Caught With Drugs In Parking Lot At McDonald's In Northern Westchester, Police Say Man Caught With Drugs In Parking Lot At McDonald's In Northern Westchester, Police Say
Man Caught With Drugs In Parking Lot At McDonald's In Northern Westchester, Police Say A 23-year-old Westchester man was arrested for alleged possession of drugs after being nabbed in the parking lot of an area McDonald's.  Navit Azizi, of Cortlandt, was arrested on Wednesday, March 10, after a Yorktown police on patrol conducting a business check of the McDonald's Restaurant on Crompond Road when he spotted an occupied vehicle, parked and running in the parking lot, Yorktown police said. The officer went to check on the driver, later identified as Azizi, to make sure he was not in need of any assistance. While speaking to Azizi, the officer saw a clear plastic bag…
Man Busted In Westchester With More Than Two Kilos Of Cocaine, Police Say Man Busted In Westchester With More Than Two Kilos Of Cocaine, Police Say
Man Busted In Westchester With More Than Two Kilos Of Cocaine, Police Say A Connecticut man was arrested by New York State Police for the alleged possession of more than two kilos of cocaine, a large stash of cash, and an illegal 9mm Smith & Wesson handgun. Rafael Batista, age 40, of Waterbury, was arrested around 9:55 a.m. on Monday, March 8 during a traffic stop in Westchester in Scarsdale, said Trooper AJ Hicks. Batista was busted when troopers initiated a traffic stop of a 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law on the Hutchinson River Parkway, Hicks said. An investigation determined Batista was in possession of approximately …
Teen Accused Of Cutting, Biting Long Island Victim While Attempting To Steal Wallet Teen Accused Of Cutting, Biting Long Island Victim While Attempting To Steal Wallet
Teen Accused Of Cutting, Biting Long Island Victim While Attempting To Steal Wallet An 18-year-old has been arrested for assaulting a Long Island man with a knife while allegedly attempting to rob him of his wallet. Miguel Torres, of Far Rockaway, was arrested around 11 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10, in Inwood, after Nassau County Police responded to a report of an assault. According to detectives, officers responded to a 911 call for a burglary in progress. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim and three witnesses struggling to control the Torres.  The victim identified Torres as the assailant and the Police placed him under arrest. During the i…
Man Shot, Killed Looking Through Window Of Fairfield County Home After Hearing Noise Man Shot, Killed Looking Through Window Of Fairfield County Home After Hearing Noise
Man Shot, Killed Looking Through Window Of Fairfield County Home After Hearing Noise Police in Fairfield County are investigating a homicide in which a man was fatally shot while looking out the window of his home in response to a noise.  The incident took place around 2 a.m., Saturday, March 13, in the 2100 block of Seaview Avenue in Bridgeport, said Scott Appleby, director of Emergency Management. According to Appleby, police responded after receiving a 911 call that a man had been shot. When officers arrived on the scene of the multi-family home, they found the victim in the front stairwell.  The victim, whose identity has not been released, was pronounced dea…
CT Duo Charged With Shooting Woman Last Year, Police Say CT Duo Charged With Shooting Woman Last Year, Police Say
CT Duo Charged With Shooting Woman Last Year, Police Say A Connecticut man and woman have been arrested for allegedly shooting a woman and seriously wounding her. Michelle Muniz, age 41, and Leviticus Morey, age 46, both of Milford, were arrested on Wednesday, March 10 for the shooting incident which took place on Monday, August 3 in Milford. According to Milford Police, on August 3, officers responded to 267 Melba Street after a 911 call for an unknown problem.  Upon arrival, police found a female suffering a gunshot wound. The female sustained a serious injury and was transported to Yale-New Haven Hospital.  Milford Police…
Love To Grub? Check Out This Brand-New Long Island Eatery Love To Grub? Check Out This Brand-New Long Island Eatery
Love To Grub? Check Out This Brand-New Long Island Eatery If you are looking for someplace "different" to eat, something with a cool vibe and interesting food, then a new spot on Long Island is right up your alley. The Grub Shop in Huntington, owned by food blogger Grub Father, is a mix of art galleries both on the walls and on the plates, with colorful concoctions on both. When you walk in the door of the Grub Shop your senses jump to life from the larger-than-life wall art by Long Island artists, and your senses come to life with the smell of some of the most interesting new dishes around town. Yelpers love this place and can't give it enough …
Woman Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel Charged With DUI, Police Say Woman Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel Charged With DUI, Police Say
Woman Found Slumped Over Steering Wheel Charged With DUI, Police Say A Fairfield County woman found slumped over the steering wheel of her vehicle was arrested for alleged DUI. Tyesha Bember, age 31, of Bridgeport, was arrested by Darien Police on Tuesday, March 2 off Olds Kings Highway North, said Sgt. James Palmieri. According to Palmieri, while on patrol, an officer observed a gray sedan parked in an empty parking lot and running. Inside the vehicle, he found Bember in the driver’s seat who appeared motionless and was slumped over the steering wheel.  The officer had to bang on the window several times with substantial force to rouse Bemb…
Popular Fairfield County Greek Eatery Serves Up Impressive Array Of Items Popular Fairfield County Greek Eatery Serves Up Impressive Array Of Items
Popular Fairfield County Greek Eatery Serves Up Impressive Array Of Items When you have had enough burgers and fries or pizza, why not think outside the box and go for the Greek? And there's just the place in Stamford at the popular Kouzina Greek Taverna & Bar which is known for their relaxed atmosphere and chill "island" feel. The owners of Kouzina say the restaurant is inspired by the beach culture of the Greek Island and offers traditional taverna fare with a coastal vibe. Yelper reviewers seem to agree with the whole concept of Kouzina and provide the restaurant with plenty of five-star reviews. One Yelper, says the restaurant is "insanely delicious."…
New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester
New Taco Project Opens In Northern Westchester If tacos are calling your name, then check out the newest taco joint in Westchester which is part of a chain that has just expanded into the area. When you visit the Taco Project at 465 Bedford Road in Pleasantville, don't make the mistake of thinking of premade tacos with some meat slapped on top. Instead, think of pork belly tacos and fresh salmon and even a fresh veggie taco. Add sides of Mexican street corn and a salad and you have a rocking meal. Yelpers have already discovered the colorful restaurant located on the corner at 465 Bedford Road and can't say enough good things about th…
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