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‘Elegant Creature’ Spotted In New York State For The 1st Time
An "elegant creature" was just spotted in New York State for the first time. We learned why this may have "unprecedented" event likely happened. A flamingo flew to the Empire State. Flamingo Arrives In New York State. American Flamingos are typically found in the Caribbean, Mexico, and northern parts of...
N.Y. Lottery: 3 winners get $11K in jackpot TAKE 5 prizes, including 2 in NYC
Three jackpot-winning tickets worth more than $11,000 were drawn recently in New York state — including two winners in New York City, according to lottery officials. The New York Lottery announced that two winning tickets worth $11,356.50 were sold for the July 11 evening drawing. Those two tickets were...
State issues new guidance for eating fish from WNY waterways
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The New York State Department of Health has updated guidelines for consuming fish caught by anglers. Rather than a blanket approach, the state health department now has species specific consumption guidelines. "In some places we were being under protective, and in some places we were being...
Another New York Child Left In 100-Degree Parked Car
A disturbing trend is continuing in the Hudson Valley after yet another child was found locked inside a hot car during this heat wave. On Tuesday around 2:15 p.m., the Clarkstown Police Department received a call stating that a young child had been locked in a vehicle at Costco in Nanuet.
Northwell Rated New York’s Most Awarded Health System by U.S. News
North Shore University Hospital (NSUH) in Manhasset led the way as New York’s No. 1 hospital, tied with three other health systems for the top honor, and recognized as a national Honor Roll Hospital, U.S. News said. NSUH, which recently celebrated its 70th anniversary, ranked in the top 51 nationally in all 10 specialties it serves, including the two top-performing categories in the health system; The hospital’s orthopedics program ranked seventh in the United States while diabetes/endocrine disorders placed 10th.
AOC blasts Ramaswamy after RNC speech criticizing progressives: 'Try giving a damn about other people'
New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez blasted Vivek Ramaswamy for his speech at the Republican National Convention, ridiculing his message to college students. "And our message to Gen Z is this. You're going to be the generation that actually saves this country. You want to be a rebel? You want to be a hippie? You want to stick it to the man? Show up on you college campus and try calling yourself a conservative," Ramaswamy said as he concluded his address.
CPD Would Like To Remind Everyone Of The Dangers Of Leaving Children Or Pets In Hot Vehicles
On July 16, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., the Clarkstown Police Department received a call stating that a young child had been locked in a vehicle on a day when temperatures reached 98 degrees at Costco, 50 Overlook Blvd., in Nanuet. The first arriving officer came upon the vehicle, where...
Elmwood Playhouse to Present One-Act Weekend This Month
Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack, NY, will present their One Act Weekend, a showcase of six short one-act plays. This special theatrical event celebrates some of the talented writers in our own backyard. Performances are Friday, July 26 at 8 pm, Saturday, July 27 at 8 pm, and Sunday, July 28 at 2 pm.
Port Chester software startup looks to change the housing game
David Cortez, a co-founder of Foretold, poses for a photo in front of the company’s lobby window at 108 S. Main St. on Tuesday, July 16. His startup, which aims to assist developers seeking funding for their construction projects, was selected to participate in Westchester County’s Element 46 Tech Accelerator, a 12-week program leading to a presentation for potential investors in June. (David Tapia/Westmore News)
North Castle Political Rivals Spar Over Connection to New Law Firm
North Castle Councilwoman Barbara DiGiacinto questioned Supervisor Joseph Rende’s commitment to transparency last week for failing to disclose his relationship to a law firm that will soon absorb longtime Town Attorney Roland Baroni’s practice. The two combatants in last year’s bruising election that saw Rende win by four...
Lincoln’s Depot Museum Sets 10th Anniversary Celebration with Guest Daisy Jopling
Come and celebrate the museum’s milestone and enjoy delicious food tastings from many of Peekskill’s magnificent restaurants. A special performance will be provided by international star and friend of the museum, Daisy Jopling. It is guaranteed to be a night to remember. Tickets to the event are $100...
Class of 1961 girls go crazy
On Monday, July 15, some of the "girls" from the Port Chester High School Class of 1961 had a lovely lunch at Sergios's Saw Pit in Port Chester. In attendance, from left, were Betty Brown Federici, Karin Kunstler Goldman, Sandy Kellerman Oringel, Patti Fasano Rinello, Sue Cohen Tansey, Joni Spitz Roberts, Kathy Sullivan Vita, Penny Pennella Schetzel, Eva Polizio Gilarde, Sadie Santora Bauerlein, Pat Turner Ciancuillo, Judy Doyle Byrne and Sandy Gardiner Berlingo. A great time was had by all! (Courtesy photo of Sandy Berlingo)
Coach USA Terminates 20 NJ Transit Lines In Filing For Bankruptcy, NJT 'Exploring Every Option'
The pressure is on for NJ Transit.The company was left high and dry when Coach USA announced it would be terminating its agreement with the major transportation company, halting service to 20 of its bus routes in Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties come Aug. 16.The decision to do so was made amid …
Police: Duo stole 280 iPhones worth $117K in NJ smash and grab
A Passaic man has been accused of helping steal a massive amount of iPhones from an Essex County wholesale electronics store three months ago. On April 18 around 2:24 a.m., Fairfield police were sent to investigate an alarm going off at United Tower Associates, which also operates as Digital World Shop, along Bloomfield Avenue.
Driver describes being on the road during Chestertown tornado
CAPITAL REGION, NY (WRGB) — This week's storms have brought some harrowing stories of folks experiencing how high winds took down trees onto homes, pushed boats up on land, and have left some people still without power. It was supposed to be a business trip, but it ended up...
Ex-Ram track star cycles through Stanford on his way from Port Chester to a lucrative financial job in Miami
As one of Port Chester's best distance runners of all time, ex-Ram scholar-athlete Joseph Tapia …. To view this content you must be logged in as a subscriber. Already have an account? Log in here. Don't have an account yet? Sign Up. Already a Subscriber? Get Full Website Access by...
New Canaan Now & Then: The James House
‘New Canaan Now & Then’ is sponsored by Brown Harris Stevens Realtors Joanne Santulli, Karen Ceraso, Bettina Hegel and Schuyler Morris. The “James House” on Frogtown Road was built in 1965 and designed by an unknown architect. The original house was one story with a basement structure...
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