Greene County
Coverage of Greene County in the Nexus archive.
- Florida man arrested on weapon charges in Catskill
A man from Florida was arrested in Greene County on Thursday. The arrest was linked to weapon charges.
- Flooding in Coxsackie leads to state of emergency
A state of emergency has been declared in Coxsackie, New York, due to severe flooding that has inundated roadways. Mayor Mark Evans, who has served for 18 years, reported experiencing flooding in areas previously unaffected.
- Water rescue saves women, pets from Coxsackie flood
A water rescue team in Greene County saved women and pets during a flood caused by heavy rain on Wednesday. The rescue occurred in Coxsackie as continuous rainfall overwhelmed the region.
- Missouri early voting period opens with a rush that points to high primary turnout
Missouri's early voting period for the August 4 primary election saw a surge in voter turnout, with counties like St. Charles and Boone reporting significantly higher numbers compared to previous years. The increase is attributed to voter familiarity with early voting and the presence of two constitutional amendments (Amendment 4 and 5) alongside a competitive Republican primary for county executive in St. Charles.
- Toddler found banging head against wall in home where mom allegedly left 3 kids alone for 24 hours
A Missouri mother faces felony charges after allegedly leaving three young children, including a 4-month-old, unsupervised for 24 hours. Responders found the children in soiled diapers with diaper rash, eating and drinking rapidly, and one twin with a head injury consistent with repeatedly hitting their head against a wall.
- Toddler found banging head against wall in home where mom allegedly left 3 kids alone for 24 hours
A Missouri mother faces felony charges after allegedly leaving three children, including a 4-month-old, unsupervised for nearly 24 hours. A neighbor's noise complaint led to the children being found in soiled diapers with signs of hunger and injury, while drug-related items were discovered at the residence.
- Officers accused of misusing Flock cameras
The Fayetteville Police Department fired three officers for misusing Flock cameras to conduct unauthorized searches, including personal license plates. The department, along with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, is investigating, following similar cases in Greene and Cherokee Counties. Flock cameras, which retain location data for 30 days and track individuals, have sparked privacy concerns and protests nationwide.
- Greene County man pleads guilty in 2025 murder case
A 23-year-old man from Greene County pleaded guilty to several charges in a 2025 murder case. The Greene County District Attorney's Office announced the guilty plea on Wednesday.
- Hunter Mountain appoints new vice president, general manager
Hunter Mountain has appointed Chuck Randles as its new vice president and general manager, effective July 15. The ski mountain in Greene County announced the leadership change.
- State Police respond to Thruway rollover crash near Coxsackie
New York State Police responded to a rollover crash on the Thruway in Greene County near Coxsackie on Friday afternoon. The incident involved a single vehicle overturning.
- Greene Co. man pleads guilty to stealing money from labor union
A Greene County man has pleaded guilty to theft and wire fraud charges. Kye Carbone, 69, of Athens, faces three counts each of wire fraud and theft from a labor union.
- Mental health court opens in Greene County
A mental health court has opened in Greene County to assist individuals with mental health challenges who are involved in the justice system. The court, known as the Greene County Mental Health Court (MHC), focuses on those charged with misdemeanors and felonies.
- Only the midwest saw US population growth in every state. Will new residents change its politics?
The Midwest saw US population growth in every state, with lower costs in Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Ohio raising questions about potential shifts in Republican strongholds. Greene County, Ohio, a mix of urban, suburban, and rural areas, exemplifies the region's demographic and economic characteristics.
- Driscoll Foods purchases $43M warehouse in Hudson Valley
Driscoll Foods has purchased a $43 million industrial distribution warehouse in Greene County, located in the Hudson Valley. The warehouse is now under new ownership.
- Towing company owner accused of repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally. Investigators reveal alleged scheme
Heather Patterson, owner of Prestige Towing in Arkansas, faces multiple felony charges for allegedly repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally, forging title paperwork, and falsifying business records. Investigators found 89 incidents of fraudulent tow slips and false evidence submitted to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.
- Towing company owner accused of repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally. Investigators reveal alleged scheme
Heather Patterson, owner of Prestige Towing in Arkansas, faces multiple felony charges for allegedly repossessing vehicles illegally and forging title paperwork. Investigators found evidence she submitted false documents to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, including incorrect vehicle identification numbers, and repossessed a car without a valid order. Patterson also allegedly charged for temporary license plates while facilitating the sale of a stolen motorcycle.
- Towing company owner accused of repossessing dozens of vehicles illegally. Investigators reveal alleged scheme
Heather Patterson, owner of Prestige Towing, is accused of illegally repossessing dozens of vehicles and forging title paperwork, leading to multiple felony charges including forgery and falsifying business records. Investigators found 89 instances of falsified tow slips and incorrect vehicle identification numbers submitted to the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.
- Connecticut man arrested after Greene County burglary investigation
New York State Police arrested a Connecticut man in connection to a monthslong burglary investigation in Greene County. The arrest follows an extended investigation into the burglaries.
- Who is Mike DeWine, the Republican Ohio governor who has called for an end to the death penalty?
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, a Republican with over 50 years of political experience, has called for ending the death penalty in the state. He played a key role in drafting Ohio's current death penalty law in 1981 but now argues it should be abolished, citing issues with lethal injection drugs and shifting political dynamics within his party.
- 26-year-old man killed in single-vehicle crash in Greene
A 26-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Greene County Sunday morning. Authorities suspect alcohol was a contributing factor to the incident.