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HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Share-worthy stories from the Hudson Valley Patch network to talk about tonight:

Teacher's Estate Files Lawsuit In I-84 Orange County Bus Tragedy

The administrators of the beloved band teacher's estate sued the bus company, driver and a tire manufacturer over alleged negligence.

Teen Arrested In Knifepoint Rape At Yorktown Home

Investigators say he lured the victim to his home under false pretenses, and then restrained and sexually assaulted the victim.

6 HV Colleges Among Best In America, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The rankings evaluated 1,500 colleges and universities in the U.S. See which Hudson Valley institutions made the list.

Man On Ankle Monitor Killed Stepdad, Burned Down Mom's Home

The Peekskill man was found guilty of murder and arson by a Westchester County jury after a two-week-long trial.

Former Prosecutor Takes Own Life During Standoff With FBI: Reports

The former Orange County judge was being investigated in connection to a bribery scandal, according to published media reports.

2 Hudson Valley Schools Earn Federal Blue Ribbon Award

Of the thousands of schools in the U.S., only 356 were awarded a Blue Ribbon, including two in the Hudson Valley.

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