Outrage Over Abuse Of Special Needs Students: Week In Review

HUDSON VALLEY — A lot happened this week in the Hudson Valley and if you were outside enjoying the spring weather (between thunderstorms), you might have missed the stories that changed lives for better or worse, but don't worry, we still have you covered.

Here are this week's most read stories from the Hudson Valley Patch network.

School District Responds To Alarming Allegations Of Abuse

"You may underestimate those who are not able to speak but you have clearly underestimated the ones who are willing to speak for them."

72-Year-Old Grandmother Dies After Being Struck By Garbage Truck

Her 3-year-old grandson died of his injuries at the scene in the town of Poughkeepsie, police said.

Former Cop Pleads In International Sex Trafficking Scheme

That Peiffer had sex with the girls being trafficked as payment for his protection of the traffickers was the most egregious facet of the investigation, FBI Assistant Director-in-Charge Michael J. Driscoll said.

Bedford On The Strip? Martha Stewart To Bring Hometown Charm To Vegas

"The Bedford By Martha Stewart" might be the most anticipated restaurant in Las Vegas, but her inspiration was found close to home.

ALSO THIS WEEK IN THE HUDSON VALLEY:

• COVID-19 Cases, Hospitalizations Ticking Upward In The Hudson Valley
• Woman Pulled Out Of Car In The Hudson River Has Died
• Infant Found In Stolen SUV; Search Continues For Suspects
• On The Air: Sesame Street Goes Treasure Hunting In The Hudson Valley
• Mysterious 'Blue-Like Substance' Spill In Blind Brook Traced To School
• 'Growing Mental Health Crisis In Schools,' DiNapoli Warns
• 7 Hudson Valley ZIP Codes Among The 50 Most Expensive In NY: Report
• Teen Killed In Fatal Victory Parade Stabbing Identified By Officials
• Former NYPD Officer Sentenced For Trafficking Date Rape Drug, Meth

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