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Search Warrant in Clarkstown Leads to Arrests and Seizure of Illegal Firearms
Clarkstown, NY – Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced the arrest of two individuals following an investigation into illegal firearms in Rockland County. The investigation began in…
Ulster County Pool closed for season due to water loss issues at New Paltz facility
NEW PALTZ - The Ulster County Pool at 241 Libertyville Road in New Paltz will be closed for the season due to continuing water loss issues, the county's Department of Public Works announced Friday. In a news release, the DPW said the pool experienced a significant loss of water last...
Marble-sized hail predicted with thunderstorms to hit Passaic and Bergen counties Saturday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 3:37 p.m. on Saturday for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. for Passaic and Bergen counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) are foreseen. "At 3:36 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Kinnelon, or near...
William Wagstaff officially drops bid for Westchester DA, citing Democratic Party unity
William Wagstaff III will not stay in the race for Westchester District Attorney, announcing Friday that he was declining to run as the candidate of the Working Families Party. Wagstaff, a civil rights lawyer who lost the Democratic primary to Susan Cacace last week, cited party unity for ending his bid to become...
Kiddie coaster derails during carnival in Dobbs Ferry, Westchester County
There were some frightening moments at a carnival in Westchester County Thursday when part of a ride came off its tracks.A young child was shaken up in the accident.The investigation into how this happened is underway.The small rollercoaster started to come off of the tracks at the waterfront park in Dobbs Ferry at around 4 p.m.Adults ran to hold the Orient Express kiddie coaster up where it had derailed to prevent the children onboard from getting hurt."We we're definitely holding it up," said Jeffrey Schumacher, a Good Samaritan. "I was definitely using muscle to keep it upright."Onboard at the time...
Local Shelter Launches Affordable Essential Pet Services Clinic
Pet owners know just how fast necessary veterinary care services can add up. Especially when our four-legged besties are in need of their regular preventative care like vaccines and wellness exams. A well known local rescue and adoption center, who over the years have expanded to serve the area with...
Paramount Country Club In New City Proposing 247 Unit Housing Development Adjacent To Golf Course
Revived Project Will Require Town of Clarkstown To Change Zone To Accommodate Plan. In 2021, the owners of Paramount Country Club in New City floated the concept of building 200 town homes and five single-family houses on 36 acres of vacant land it owns adjacent to its golf course and country club.
Serino to host Women’s Networking Event on July 17th
POUGHKEEPSIE – Sue Serino first hosted a Women’s Networking Event in 2018 while she was serving in the State Senate. The forum became popular and Serino is now continuing the series as Dutchess County Executive. The free event will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17th at Locust Grove Estate, located at 2863 South Road in Poughkeepsie.
Guelaguetza Festival of Poughkeepsie to be held on August 4th at Waryas Park
POUGHKEEPSIE- The Grupo Folklorico de Poughkeepsie and the Poughkeepsie Guelaguetza Organizing Committee (composed of local non-profit organizations and community members) are honored to announce the 17th Annual Poughkeepsie Guelaguetza Festival 2024, on Sunday, August 4, 12 to 7 p.m. at Waryas Park, facing the Hudson River. This is a free event for the whole family, rain or shine.
Koren wins Congressman Pat Ryan’s Art Competition
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tabitha Koren, a rising senior at Spackenkill High School, has been named the winner of Congressman Pat Ryan’s Art Competition. Koren, of Poughkeepsie, was recently honored by Ryan at a ceremony in the Capitol. Koren won for her graphite and acrylic painting titled, “Monkey the Man.” As the NY-18 winner, Koren attended the Congressional Art Competition Awards Ceremony held Thursday, June 27th, at the U.S. Capitol Building. Koren’s artwork will be displayed at the Capitol for the next year.
Dutchess County Drug Task Force Carries Out Latest Raids in Poughkeepsie
Yesterday the Dutchess County Drug Task Force successfully carried out and executed their latest set of raids at multiple locations in the Poughkeepsie area. Like many events carried out by the Drug Task Force in past raids, law enforcement was successful in not only apprehending and taking multiple suspects into custody, but they also were able to confiscate a large amount of illegal narcotics.
Lake Carmel Summer Festival Huge Success
LAKE CARMEL- Hot and humid weather failed Saturday to deter hundreds of men, women and children of all ages from frolicking in the cool waters of Lake Carmel as well as enjoying each other’s company during Lake Carmel’s 32nd Annual Summer Festival. The event involved a variety of...
Above and beyond: Here are Highland's scholar athletes for 2023-24
The Mid-Hudson Athletic League recently honored its top senior student-athletes for each high school. Highland High School selected Grace Koehler and Alexander Papazov. Academic Honors/Extracurricular Activities: National Honor Society; Model UN; Science Olympiad; Book Club; Mathletes; Interact; Yearbook Club; Environmental Alliance; 2022 HOBY NYE Leadership Seminar. Athletic Honors: Basketball: Team...
Poughkeepsie, New York Walk Makes Strides to Help Families in Need
Is it possible to chill out this summer AND help your neighbors? Absolutely! Mid-Hudson Love INC is hosting its 2nd Annual Good Neighbor Walk to raise funds for local neighbors in need on Saturday, July 20, at 9:30 am. This event offers food, fun activities for the whole family, some exercise, and most importantly, an opportunity to help others. Registration for individuals and teams of walkers is open now at www.mid-hudsonloveinc.org. Check-in on July 20 runs from 8:45 to 9:20 am in the parking lot at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 55 Wilbur Boulevard in Poughkeepsie.
Mahopac-Carmel Chamber Awards Scholarships
MAHOPAC, N.Y,. - Local students Samantha Cardinali, Ava Florez, Faith Maria Mahoskey, Kayla Merrill, Matthew Risley, Samantha Rosaforte, Cassidy Ryan, and Cassandra Sciarra gathered at Four Brothers restaurant in Mahopac to receive $500 scholarships from the Greater Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce last month. Assemblyman Matt Slater and Carmel Town Councilman Robert Kearns were on hand to recognize the students along with members of the chamber. “The students were awarded not just for their scholastic achievements, but for how they apply what they know, their persistence, and their potential to make a positive impact,” said Chamber President Christine Picone. “Thank you to committee chairwoman Ruth Aceyala-Quezada and committee members Kelly Puccio and Pam Zacotinsky for their efforts in putting this event together.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Article courtesy of the Greater Mahopac-Carmel Chamber of Commerce For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Is Another Dunkin’ Really Coming To Rt 55 LaGrangeville?
We were surprised to see construction of a new Dunkin' less than a mile away from another location by Arlington High School. Ah... Dunkin' (formerly Dunkin' Donuts). They started dropping the Donuts from their name back in 2019 as part of a rebranding campaign. We've got a lot of Dunkin's in the Hudson Valley. There is no shortage of locations for the popular coffee/donut shop.
Westchester Restaurant Announces Closure: Here's Last Day
A well-liked Westchester restaurant known for its unique cocktails and oysters has announced its last day in business. Saltaire Oyster Bar and Kitchen, located in Port Chester at 55 Abendroth Ave., will open for the last time on Sunday, July 14, the owners announced on social media on Friday, …
Late Afternoon Shooting in Haverstraw Results in One Fatality
The month of July got off to a scary start in the Town of Haverstraw. Late yesterday afternoon, Haverstraw Police were alerted to reports of "shots fired" at an area in town. Once reports for the shooting came in, law enforcement immidiately responded and rushed to the scene. Officers arrived to the area for the reported call, a location between Fairmount Ave and West Street and quickly went into action.
‘Real Housewives’ Star Blamed For Leaked Pregnancy News
Lindsay Hubbard thinks her pregnancy news was leaked by a former “Real Housewives of New York City” star. On July 4, 2024, the “Summer House” star revealed she is expecting a baby with her new boyfriend. The news comes less than one year after Hubbard, 37, split from her former fiancé Carl Radke. Hubbard has yet to go public with her new beau.
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