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Popular Hudson Valley Sports Personality Leaves Team After 28 Years
A familiar voice at games across the Hudson Valley for many years has announced he is no longer with a local team. If you have ever spent an evening at Dutchess Stadium, (now called Heritage Financial Park) the odds are you've heard his voice over the public address system announcing game information and leading stadium fans through many different contests throughout a baseball game.
Donald Trump's lawyers urge New York appeals court to overturn 'egregious' civil fraud verdict
NEW YORK (AP) — Fresh off victories in other legal cases, Donald Trump on Monday pressed a New York appeals court to overturn the nearly $500 million New York civil fraud judgment that threatens to drain his personal cash reserves as he campaigns to retake the White House. In paperwork filed with the state’s mid-level appeals court, the former president’s lawyers said Manhattan Judge Arthur Engoron’s Feb. 16 finding that Trump lied to banks, insurers and others about his wealth was “erroneous” and “egregious.” Trump’s appeal arguments echoed many of the gripes he delivered during his trial to TV cameras outside the courtroom. His lawyers argued that New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit should have been promptly dismissed, the statute of limitations barred some allegations, that no one was harmed by Trump’s alleged fraud and that James’ involvement in private business transactions threatens to drive business out of the state.
NY weather: Brace for heavy rain in Niagara and Erie counties Monday night
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 8:29 p.m. for heavy rain until 9:30 p.m. for Niagara and Erie counties. "At 8:27 p.m., an area of heavy rain was located over Buffalo. The heavy rain is very slowly moving north-northwest. As much as 1 to 1.5 inches of rain has already fallen in this storm," says the weather service.
Listeria Outbreak Reaches New York State, Hospitalizes 7 People
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meats has sickened at least seven people in New York. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating over two dozen reported illnesses across 12 states. As of Friday, 28 people have been sickened and hospitalized, with the most cases reported in New York state, with 7 people hospitalized. Two deaths have been reported, one in New Jersey and another in Illinois. The first case was reported May 29, and the most recent illness connected to the outbreak was reported July 5. The patients range in age from 32-94.
2 Hudson Valley Courts to Get More Judges, Decrease Major Backlogs in New York
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed new legislation to address the major backlogs facing courts around the state. The latest legislation makes moves to decrease the intense backlog by adding more judges to these courts. New York Addresses Major Backlog in Family and Civil Court Cases. On Wednesday,...
SUNY Orange Plus to host summer bash on Aug. 3
NEWBURGH- SUNY Orange will highlight its workforce training and certificate programs in the areas of healthcare, hospitality, culinary, transportation, manufacturing, business and information technology when it hosts a Summer Bash at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 3 on the College’s Newburgh campus. Representatives from SUNY Orange Plus will be available...
‘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...
A One-on-One with a Pair of Local Sports Junkies
So, I’m hanging out with a friend of mine from Mahopac during a Fourth of July party, a guy that’s really into local sports. Maybe not quite the junkie I am, but he says to me, “So if you had to pick one sport, nowadays, that Mahopac is celebrated for or synonymous with, what would it be?”
Self-professed ‘Wolf of Airbnb’ sentenced to over 4 years in prison for defrauding landlords
NEW YORK (AP) — A Florida man who boasted that he was the “Wolf of Airbnb” was sentenced Monday to over four years in prison for defrauding New York City landlords and a federal pandemic-relief government program. Konrad Bicher, 32, of Hialeah, Florida, was sentenced in Manhattan...
Openings: G's Cheesesteaks on Houston and Avenue B
G's Cheesesteaks is set for its soft opening today at 6 Avenue B on the NW corner at Houston. (First mentioned here.) The storefront (and upstairs floors) have undergone extensive renovations recently. This is the first retail tenant in 15 years in the long-empty building that the new landlords call The B.
Trash Bin Thieves Pose Obstacle to NYC’s Push to Get Garbage Bags Off Sidewalks
New York City’s impending trash revolution is hitting bumps in the road as some property and business owners say thieves are stealing their trash bins right off the sidewalks. By November, any residential building with nine or fewer units will be required to curb its trash in containers with secure lids. The same mandate has been in place for city businesses since March.
Palisades Center Set to Receive Millions Following Recent Tax Settlement
The Palisades Center and mall is one of the largest shopping centers in all of the Hudson Valley and also one of the largest in all of America. It's a staple of the region and thousands upon thousands of people visit it every single year. With that said though, malls...
Herald celebrates third anniversary today
Today marks the third anniversary of the Peekskill Herald as a nonprofit, independent news organization directly serving the Peekskill community by offering news reporting and profiles of the people and businesses who call Peekskill home. Today is also an ideal time to contribute financially to the Herald to keep Peekskill’s...
Newsworthy Notes from the week
Lightning strike causes fire at Abbey Inn tower on Fort Hill. A lightning strike during a fast-moving violent summer storm caused a smoldering fire at the Abbey Inn and Spa on Wednesday, July 17. “It appeared that lightning did strike the structure that led to a fire involving a lower...
This Record Was Broken for Severe Weather in New York State in July
It's been a wild, somewhat terrifying summer in New York thus far. The state has experienced extremely volatile weather patterns in recent weeks, which have wreaked havoc on local communities. High temperatures and humidity levels are largely to blame for this, but the state has also fallen victim to the ripple effect of Hurricane Beryl, which has further complicated matters.
NYPD hunting suspects accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in East Harlem
NEW YORK - The NYPD is on the hunt for a pair of suspects accused of raping a 12-year-old girl in East Harlem on Sunday evening. Authorities say the incident happened just after 6:30 p.m. near the Jefferson Houses in the vicinity of East 113th Street and 1st Avenue. Police...
NY weather: Thunderstorms with marble-sized hail in Ulster and Dutchess counties Monday
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 3:41 p.m. on Monday for strong thunderstorms until 4:15 p.m. for Ulster and Dutchess counties. The storms are packing marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:41 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near...
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