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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.
CT Teen Charged With Kidnapping Minor
A Connecticut teen has been charged with kidnapping a minor and sexually assaulting her before locking her in the trunk of a car.
Litchfield County resident Christopher Jesus Constanzo, age 19, of Torrington, was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 7, said Leonard C Boyle, Acting US Attorney of the District of Connecticut.
As alleged in court documents, on Thursday, Dec. 2, Constanzo and a minor female arrived by car at the US Port of Entry at Highgate Springs in Vermont.
Just prior to their arrival, officials at the St-Armand/Philipsburg Border Crossing in Canada had refused Constanzo and the…
Northern Westchester Eatery Cited For 'Amazing' Burgers, 'Freezing Cold' Beer
A gem of a burger joint in the area has made quite a name for itself with locals.
The Creek, located in Northern Westchester, in Croton Falls, is known for its seasonal menu, live music, draft beers, and burgers, as well as a whole host of other items.
Foodies give The Creek a lot of five-star reviews for their burgers, especially the Kobe burgers and for their appetizers.
One fan said: "I found this gem while going to work. I have to say, burgers are amazing, especially the Creek made with Kobe beef, wow!!! My husband got the pear salad with grilled chicken, he loved it. The beer was fre…
CT Man Admits To Enticing Minor To Engage In Sexual Activity
A Connecticut man admitted to the enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity.
New Haven County resident Dennis Anthony Szantyr Jr., age 47, of Prospect, pleaded guilty on Monday, Dec. 6 in Hartford, said Leonard C Boyle, acting US Attorney for the District of Connecticut.
According to court documents and statements made in court, on multiple occasions between November 2018 and October 2019, Szantyr used smartphones, tablets, and other computer devices, to entice the victim under the age of 16 to engage in sexual acts.
At times, including during the commission of th…
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