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š± How a Middletown tip helped topple a multi-state drug network
Middletown, New York Patch AM: a 4 min readHello again Middletown! Weāre bringing you the latest town highlights. Donāt miss out, keep going! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How a Middletown tip helped topple a multi-state drug network
- Why federal agents targeted a driver during a Middletown traffic stop
Also on today's calendar: 3rd Annual Neurodiversity Conference and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What dries when it gets wet? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Rather cloudy and cooler, with a high of 56 and low of 36 degrees.
- Sunday: Partly sunny, breezy and cool, temps: high: 53, low: 38.
- Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 65 and low of 44 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Operation Slow Motion seizes enough fentanyl to kill entire population of Orange County (midhudsonnews.com) ā A major nineāmonth drug investigation that began in Middletown has shut down what prosecutors describe as a large, profitādriven trafficking ring spanning the Hudson Valley, New York, and New Jersey. Orange County authorities say they seized large quantities of cocaine, fentanyl, guns, cash, and vehicles, crediting Middletown narcotics investigators for identifying a highālevel suspect and helping dismantle the supply chain before more drugs hit local streets. 
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ā¢ ICE Finds International Murder Suspect In Orange County (hudsonvalleycountry.com) ā Federal agents recently stopped a car in Middletown and arrested a man ICE describes as an international fugitive wanted for murder and drug trafficking in El Salvador. Officials say the MS-13 suspect was tracked to Orange County, taken into ICE custody in Middletown, and now faces removal proceedings, with authorities stressing the operationās role in protecting local communities. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Middletown
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Upcoming Events in
Middletown
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Meet the Candidates Night
City School District of Middletown NY Middletown High School Library Media Center
7:00 pm -
Community Development Agency (CDA) ā
Middletown, NY Calendar
7:00 pm -
Common Council Meeting-1st Tuesday ā
Middletown, NY Calendar
7:30 pm -
Planning Board ā
Middletown, NY Calendar
7:00 pm -
Architectural Review Board (ARB) ā
Middletown, NY Calendar
10:00 am -
Architectural Review Board Meeting (ARB) ā
Middletown, NY Calendar, 16 James Street, Middletown
10:00 am -
Board of Education meeting
City School District of Middletown NY MHS library media center
6:30 pm -
Experience Our Programs
City School District of Middletown NY Middletown High School
4:00 pm -
3rd Annual Neurodiversity Conference ā
10 E Conkling Ave, Middletown
10:00 am
Monday May 4
Tuesday May 5
Wednesday May 6
Thursday May 7
Friday May 8
Thursday May 14
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š Events Nearby
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Historic New York: The Little Red Lighthouse ā
The Little Red Lighthouse, Fort Washington Park, Hudson River Greenway, New York
1:00 pm -
Meet the Candidates Night
Middletown High School Library Media Center
7:00 pm -
Jazz WaHi: Wednesdays in Bennett Park ā
Bennett Park, W 183rd St &, Fort Washington Ave, New York
4:00 pm -
Public Hearing
Minisink Valley Central School District, Rte 6, Slate Hill
6:00 pm
Saturday May 2
Monday May 4
Wednesday May 6
Thursday May 7
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Would you like a mug for your mom?
FREE. Come and pick up one this Sunday. Message me for the address. Happy Mother's Day!! (Nextdoor Downtown Middletown) - Iāve been thinking about going on a trip latelyādo you have any recommendations?
Iām also planning a trip to the Maldives in June. If there are any fellow travel enthusiasts out there, letās get to know each other and share moreā¦ (Nextdoor Hufcut Rd)
- The Learning Experience posted a job opening for Preschool Lead Teacher in Middletown. Apply here.
- JCPenney posted a job opening for Beauty Consultant - Crystal Run Mall in Middletown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Middletown here.
š Nearby News
Wallkill
- Sam's Club membership prices jump on May 1, but rewards also increase (recordonline.com)
- Sheth, Maendel highlight local hoop stars to make all-state team (dailyfreeman.com)
- Sheriff Juan Figueroa Honored at SOMOS 40th Anniversary Conference in Albany (shawangunkjournal.com)
Goshen
- Skoufis slams Orange County for not passing gas tax cap; Legislator hits back (midhudsonnews.com)
- 33 Graduates Complete Park Police Academy in Saratoga Springs (talkofthesound.com)
- High school basketball: Led by Adrian Stubbs and his 100-point game, every player that scored 50 points or more during the 2025-26 season (maxpreps.com)
Ok Middletown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A towel (Thank you Christy H. for sending it in!)
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