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MTA Blamed For Deadliest Metro-North Crash In History, 6 Dead In New York
Metro-North is primarily liable for a crash that left five passengers dead nearly a decade ago in the Hudson Valley. The fatal crash happened at a crossing in Valhalla in February 2015. Crash Is Deadliest In Metro-North History. On February 3, 2015, Ellen Brody's SUV got stuck on train tracks...
Abbey Inn in Peekskill reportedly struck by lightning: See photos, video of fire
A fire broke out Wednesday at Abbey Inn and Spa in Peekskill, a luxury hotel that was converted from the St. Mary's Convent, due to an apparent lightning strike, Peekskill fire chief James Seymour said Thursday. "It appeared that lightning did strike the structure that led to a fire involving a lower roof...
Man Found Drowning In Canopus Lake In Kent Dies At Hospital
The incident leading to the man's death began in Putnam County on Tuesday, July 16 around 1:45 p.m., when a possible drowning incident was reported at Canopus Lake Beach in Fahnestock State Park off Route 301 in Kent. According to Kent Police, arriving first responders and police helped park staff...
2 Hospitalized After Crash On Taconic State Parkway In Yorktown
The crash happened on Monday, July 15, when two cars collided on the Taconic State Parkway southbound entrance ramp leading from Crompond Road (Route 202) in Yorktown, according to the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department. Arriving fire crews found one person stuck inside their car and used Hurst Hydraulic extrication...
Lightning Strike Sparks Blaze At Historic Abbey Inn In Peekskill
The blaze began in Peekskill on Wednesday, July 17 just after 4:15 p.m. when lightning from a passing thunderstorm struck the Abbey Inn & Spa at 900 Fort Hill Rd., according to the Yorktown Heights Volunteer Fire Department, which helped respond to the incident. Arriving fire crews raced to the...
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.
Suspect On Loose After Shots-Fired Incident Injures 3 In Newburgh
The incident happened in Orange County on Tuesday, July 16 just before 7 p.m., when several gunshots were fired at 31 City Terrace in the city of Newburgh, the city's police department announced on Thursday, July 18. Responding police found two injured victims at the scene and learned that a...
Mother dog and four puppies die from alleged animal neglect: SPCA
BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. (PIX11) — A kennel owner was arrested Wednesday on animal cruelty charges, according to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Westchester. A mother dog and four puppies were euthanized in October after being diagnosed with Distemper Virus. Witnesses notified the organization of sick Bernese Mountain Dog puppies at […]
Nursing Home Employee Accused Of Attacking Disabled Resident In Somers
Dutchess County resident Jossette Thompson of Dover was arrested on Tuesday, June 11 in connection with the alleged attack, New York State Police announced on Wednesday, July 17. According to authorities, while employed at The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Somers at 189 Route 100, Thompson physically...
Child Rescued from Locked Car at Costco in Spring Valley
In a tense incident at the Spring Valley Costco, a child was left unattended in a car for approximately 20 minutes. The child, who was sweating heavily, but remained conscious and alert, was rescued after emergency personnel were called to the scene. Responding to the call were Hatzolah, Chaverim, Nanuet...
New Information on Upper Class Westchester Area Police Involved Shooting
A couple of months ago, we covered a story about an incident that occurred in the area of Armonk, a hamlet located in Westchester County. News regarding the matter had seemingly been quiet since it first occurred but a recent report released by the Westchester County District Attorney's Office has provided new information on the case.
Wannabe Thief’s Career Meets A Quick End
Video footage captured on Parker St shows how a multiple car robbery was narrowly avoided last night. Camera footage shows a male suspect riding a bike which he had stolen from a house down the street, right before 1:00am. The suspect then stops at several parked cars and tries to open the doors, but lucky for the owners, the cars were all locked.
Caught on video: Rockland County, N.Y. man nearly struck by lightning
NEW CITY, N.Y. - Wednesday's storms brought destruction to parts of New York state. A tornado did damage in the upstate New York city of Rome in Oneida, north of Utica. The twister snapped trees in half and sent debris flying into people's homes. It toppled power poles and downed power lines. Some buildings were completely destroyed, with bricks and debris falling on top of cars. Several people in the city said they lost everything. The National Weather Service said it was the worst tornado to hit the area in at least 30 years. "I am so lucky to be alive" There were long hours...
Woman charged with intentionally starting fire with intent to kill people inside
NEWBURGH – A City of Newburgh woman has been arrested for allegedly starting a fire intentionally with the intent of killing people inside a residence following a dispute. Ashley Jessup, 35, was wanted on charges stemming from an arson investigation that began following a fire at 73 Carpenter Avenue on June 24.
Couple Owning Salty Chick Restaurant in Beach Haven West Arrested on Drug and Money Laundering Charges
STAFFORD - William and Jennifer Schlette, a couple residing in West Nyack, New York and owners of "The Salty Chick" restaurant in Beach Haven West, were arrested on drug and money laundering charges. William Schlette faces multiple drug offenses, racketeering, money laundering, and deceptive business practices. His wife Jennife Schlette is charged with money laundering.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER William Schlette is the owner of "The Salty Chick" restaurant in Manahawkin, NJ, and "Bud Bus" which is described as a "party bus" selling cannabis products under the disguise of lighters and t-shirts. Bud Bus, formed...
Elderly man drowns at Fahnestock State Park
KENT – An 82-year-old resident of Dutchess County died at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie late Tuesday after being airlifted by a medivac chopper from Fahnestock State Park in western Kent. Police were called to the park where they found the man, whose name was not released, in the...
Driver Hospitalized After Striking Fire Hydrant On Northern Westchester Road
Several water mains had to be turned off after a driver hit a Northern Westchester fire hydrant while experiencing a medical emergency.The crash happened in Millwood on Saturday, July 13 just before 10:30 a.m., when a vehicle struck a hydrant near the intersection of Seven Bridges Road and Millwood…
Update: Man Gets New Charges After Trying To Kill Officer In Northern Westchester, DA Says
A 38-year-old man faces more charges after allegedly trying to stab an officer in the back at a Northern Westchester residence, police announced. Armonk resident Joseph Spennato was arraigned in Westchester County Court on Tuesday, July 16. This was in connection to an incident on Monday, May …
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