Trial of Audelis Cruz, accused of stranging to death Kingston woman, begins

Attorney's presented their opening statements to an Ulster County jury Tuesday in the murder trial of parolee Audelis Cruz, accused of strangling to death Kingston jeweler Anita Jacobs-Royer.

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Garlic has its day at festival

The impact of garlic in this Ulster County community goes far beyond the benefits the herbal plant yields against coronary artery diseases, infections and cancers.

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Editorial: Text safely, off the road

The zones will be located at pull-off areas and rest stops. In addition, nearly 300 signs will be posted along state highways, to inform drivers of these safe texting areas.

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Poughkeepsie man charged for depositing false checks

A man serving time at the Ulster County State Correctional Facility has been charged with 11 felonies after a long-term fraud investigation, state police say.

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Wawarsing teen faces felony burglary charges

... th threatened the homeowner before breaking in and destroying several windows. Smith was arraigned and sent to Ulster County Jail in lieu of $50,000 cash bail or $100,000 bond.

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BOCES student charged with drug sales on campus

The student was arrested at the BOCES Alternative Education Center after deputies received a complaint that the teen was selling prescription pills to other students. Deputies said the teen had 10 capsules of a stimulant. The teen was sent to Ulster County Jail on $2,000 bail.

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Guest Columnist: Use STAR code to register for your exemption

... or by calling 518-457-2036. Most residents of Orange County, Sullivan County and Ulster County should have already received their STAR code in the mail. You should promptly register to avoid losing your STAR exemption. You will need to do the ...

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