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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Central Jersey Driver Killed When Car Falls 25 Feet On NY Highway Central Jersey Driver Killed When Car Falls 25 Feet On NY Highway
Central Jersey Driver Killed When Car Falls 25 Feet On NY Highway A Perth Amboy driver was killed when his car flipped over a concrete barrier on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County, NY and fell about 25 feet onto another roadway. Jefry Capellan Rodriguez was behind the wheel of a 2002 Ford Ranger going northbound when he lost control, spun out, and struck the barrier at 9 p.m., Saturday, June 19, said Kieran O'Leary, spokesman for the Westchester County Police. The vehicle then toppled over the barrier and fell into an opening between the parkway’s northbound and southbound lanes. The vehicle landed on its roof on the shoulder adjacent to …
Vehicle Falls 25 Feet On Hutchinson River Parkway To Roadway Below, Killing Driver, Police Say Vehicle Falls 25 Feet On Hutchinson River Parkway To Roadway Below, Killing Driver, Police Say
Vehicle Falls 25 Feet On Hutchinson River Parkway To Roadway Below, Killing Driver, Police Say A motorist was killed when his car flipped over a concrete barrier on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester County and fell about 25 feet onto another roadway. The 2002 Ford Ranger was traveling northbound at 9 p.m., Saturday, June 19, when the driver lost control, spun out, and struck the barrier, said Kieran O'Leary, spokesman for the Westchester County Police. The vehicle then toppled over the barrier and fell into an opening between the parkway’s northbound and southbound lanes. The vehicle landed on its roof on the shoulder adjacent to the lanes travel on Mamaroneck Avenue, in Ha…
Locals Keep Coming Back To Long Island Eatery Known For Its Tasty Burgers Locals Keep Coming Back To Long Island Eatery Known For Its Tasty Burgers
Locals Keep Coming Back To Long Island Eatery Known For Its Tasty Burgers If you are looking for a great burger on Long Island, then why not visit one of the few places that's won awards for just that, a great burger? But don't think Main Street Cafe in Northport only serves burgers. It's the kind of place where you can find solid good food that includes everything from a Cobb salad to a pasta dish, to mussels to nice thick steaks. Established in 1985, Main Street has withstood the test of times is a favorite with locals -- a long line each weekend night tells that tale -- to Yelpers and foodies who provide plenty of five-star reviews. Some favorites tend to be…
Duo Nabbed For Drug Sales On Long Island, Police Say Duo Nabbed For Drug Sales On Long Island, Police Say
Duo Nabbed For Drug Sales On Long Island, Police Say Two Long Island men have been arrested for alleged possession of drugs following an investigation into the sale of drugs in the area. Romaine Robinson, age 25, and Jamal Broomes, age 24, both of Hempstead, were arrested Thursday, June 17, by Nassau County Police in Hempstead. According to detectives, the Narcotics Vice Squad was conducting an investigation involving the sale of narcotics. During the course of the investigation detectives identified and located the two men sitting in a 2006 Audi parked at the intersection of Fulton Avenue and Surrey Lane in Hempstead.  T…
20-Acre Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market 20-Acre Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market
20-Acre Estate Overlooking Hudson River Hits Market Those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life might be interested in a 12,980-square-foot home for sale in the Hudson Valley for a mere $5.55 million. The home, which sits along the Hudson River in the town of West Park in Ulster County, is famous for its design by Long Island-based architect Norman Jaffe. Surrounded by 20 acres of land, the estate which refers to classic Greek architecture, has six bedrooms, eight bathrooms, two partial bathrooms, and an indoor pool. The living and kitchen areas are located upstairs with the bedrooms located on the lower floor. The living ro…
COVID-19: Four Long Island Teens Win Full College Scholarships In NY Vax Incentive Program COVID-19: Four Long Island Teens Win Full College Scholarships In NY Vax Incentive Program
Covid-19: Four Long Island Teens Win Full College Scholarships In NY Vax Incentive Program Four lucky Long Island teens have won a full-ride college scholarship for receiving a COVID-19 vaccine. The names of the latest winners for the third round of the "Get A Shot to Make Your Future'' incentive for a full scholarship to a SUNY or CUNY school were announced on Thursday, June 17. The third-round winners from Long Island are: Kelly Moscoso-Yanes, Nassau County Victoria Romero, Nassau County,   Emily Brodsky, Suffolk County  Aleksander Sosa, Suffolk County Winners receive a full scholarship to any New York public college or university, including tuition and room an…
Police Seeking Witnesses To Western Mass Pedestrian Accident Police Seeking Witnesses To Western Mass Pedestrian Accident
Police Seeking Witnesses To Western Mass Pedestrian Accident Police in Western Massachusetts are asking the public for help in connection with a serious crash involving a pedestrian. The West Springfield Police department said the accident took place around 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, at 46 Daggett Drive behind the Stop & Shop grocery store. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries during the incident. If you witnessed the accident please contact the Traffic Bureau at 413-263-3210. 
Off-Duty Police Officer Saves Overdose Victim In Area Off-Duty Police Officer Saves Overdose Victim In Area
Off-Duty Police Officer Saves Overdose Victim In Area A man was saved from an overdose death by the quick actions of a police officer in the area. The incident took place on Friday, June 4, in Orange County. Port Jervis Police Officer Ryan Kievit, while off duty, was traveling in his personal vehicle on Route 6 and observed a pick-up truck stopped perpendicular in the roadway blocking both lanes of travel near a curve in the road, said Chief William Worden. Kievit got out of his vehicle and approached the truck to check on the driver and found a 25-year-old man who was unresponsive inside the vehicle and a hypodermic needle in view. Fearing …
Woman Rescued By Forest Rangers After Crashing ATV In Hudson Valley Woman Rescued By Forest Rangers After Crashing ATV In Hudson Valley
Woman Rescued By Forest Rangers After Crashing ATV In Hudson Valley State Forest Rangers recently responded to a serious ATV accident in the Hudson Valley in which a woman was injured. The incident took place around 9:45 p.m., Friday, June 11m when Rangers were contacted by Ulster County 911 requesting assistance for an ATV accident at 146 Belleayre Ridge Road near Belleayre Mountain in the town of Shandaken, the state Department of Environmental Conservation. A woman involved in the accident was approximately 400 feet down a ravine in a wooded area, the department said. A Ranger responded along with local fire departments and EMS. The Ranger fou…
Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say
Suspect Nabbed In Fairfield County Shooting, Police Say A Fairfield County man has been arrested for a shooting that took place earlier this month. Kevin Beason, age 23, of Stratford was arrested on Thursday, June 17 by Stratford Police in connection with a shooting that occurred on Garibaldi Avenue on Tuesday, June 1. Beason was arrested on a warrant and held on a $250,000 dollar bond, said Stratford PD Capt Frank Eannotti.  He was charged with: Criminal attempt at assault Reckless endangerment Weapon in a motor vehicle Criminal possession of a firearm Carrying a pistol without a permit Beason is scheduled to appear in court i…
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