New COVID Strain With A Distinctive New Symptom|Patch PM

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

2 Hudson Valley Men Among 10 Accused Of Abusing Sex-Trafficked 16-Year-Old-Girl: DA

The teen, who was pimped out at a New England Thruway motel, was forced to tattoo her pimp's name on her face, according to prosecutors.

Bear Shot With Tranquilizer, Relocated After Exploring Hudson Valley City

The bear was rescued from a perch in an Orange County tree, checked out by wildlife experts, and tagged for eventual return to the wild.

West Nile Virus Found In New Hudson Valley Mosquito Batch

The Orange County Department of Health has confirmed the first detection of the virus in Orange County this season.

New COVID Variant 'Stratus' Has This Distinctive Symptom: See Latest NY Data

Stratus is similar in symptoms and seriousness to other Omicron variants, but it may present a never-before-seen symptom: hoarseness.

Kilo Of Cocaine, Ecstasy And Xanax Pills Seized After Weekslong Narcotics Probe: Police

A White Plains couple was arrested in connection to the sting prompted by drug activity in West Harrison, according to police.

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