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New York Fire Warning: Using the Wrong Chargers Proven to Be Extremely Dangerous
Two home fire incidents in the lower Hudson Valley have resulted in the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services sharing some important information as a warning to all New Yorkers. Home Fires in Westchester County. On Thursday, July 18, the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services (Westchester County DES) shared...
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.
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...
Several Beaches In Westchester Closed After Heavy Rainfall
Following over an inch of heavy rainfall, nine beaches in Westchester have been preemptively closed due to water quality concerns. The Westchester County Department of Health announced the closures on Thursday, July 18 after 1.30 inches of rain were recorded in the last 24 hours. The beac…
'Delivery-First' Restaurant Opens In Westchester: Here's Where
An all-new eatery in Westchester is giving customers the chance to experience cuisine from some of the world's best chefs in a single delivery order.Wonder, a restaurant chain that brands itself as "delivery-first," opened a new location in Larchmont at 1298 Boston Post Rd. (Route 1) on Thursd…
SL Green Closes on $691M of Office, Retail Sales
SL Green Realty Corp. said it closed on the sale of three properties in Manhattan and Rockland County totaling $691.4 million, including 625 Madison Ave., 719 Seventh Ave. and the Palisades Premier Conference Center. The three sales generated net proceeds to SL Green of $222.7 million, which the REIT used for corporate debt repayment.
Woman Seriously Injured During 2-Vehicle Crash In Poughkeepsie
The incident occurred in Dutchess County around 3:40 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, on Route 9 near Rochambeau Lane in the town of Poughkeepsie. According to Capt. Michael O'Dowd of the town of Poughkeepsie Police said a 2017 Chevrolet sedan driven by a Poughkeepsie man made a left turn from the southbound side of South Road into the northbound side of South Road.
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 […]
Driver Critical Following 3-Vehicle Wallkill Crash
The collision occurred in Orange County around 12:16 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, on Route 211 West in Wallkill. According to Lt. Robert McLymore of the Wallkill Police, officers arrived to investigate the crash and found that one driver of a motorcycle was suffering from serious injuries. He was rushed to...
Weekly Rec: Flash Sketch Mob Reveal, Readings at River Hook, Silent Film with Live Music From the Alexandres, Music on the Hudson, Demme Honors Dawson, Summer of Soul Sunday in Nyack
Flash Sketch Mob Reveal and Hopper B’Day Concert with Night Hawk. Busy weekend at the Edward Hopper Museum and Study Center. Two weekends of plein air art making, walking tours and workshops and bike ride from the Whitney Museum ends on Sunday at 3:00pm in the garden with the reveal of the art of the Flash Sketch Mob. Thanks to all who participated and we will see you next year!
Two local breweries team up for Summerfest this Sunday in Milton
Get ready to raise your glasses and your spirits at this collaborative event between King’s Court Brewing Company (from Poughkeepsie) and Locust Grove Brewing Company. Cups shall runneth over with craft beer, cider, and wine. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Hudson River, the festival will feature a Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck and live music to keep the good vibes rolling. If you can’t make this one, you could always drop by for line dancing on first Fridays. Visit locustgrovebrewco.com for more.
Aaron David Gleason Releases New Single 'The Universe is Loud' With Pleasantville Band
Pleasantville is the electrifying new band created by indie rocker and Pleasantville, NY resident, Aaron David Gleason. On the band’s forthcoming album THESE EMBERS, Aaron coos, wrestles and barks a set of nine new existential crises set to song. Joined by singer/song writer, Emma Freeman, the two create a moody, but pop sound backed by a hydra of folk tones.
Elderly Couple in Poughkeepsie Awoken to Man Robbing Their House
A man has been arrested after police in Poughkeepsie, New York caught him in the act of robbing the house of an elderly couple while they were inside sleeping. A night of sleep took a scary turn for an elderly couple in Poughkeepsie, NY this week as they were awoken to find that someone was inside their house robbing them. Most of us can agree that something like this is what many of us have nightmares about and according to the town of Poughkeepsie Police, that nightmare became reality for one area couple.
Orange County Fair open in Middletown: This year's new attractions, ticket prices
MIDDLETOWN - The Orange County Fair opened Thursday for its 184th annual edition, and it will continue every day through July 28. The fair, at 239 Wisner Ave. in Middletown, is open weekdays from 4-11 p.m. and from 1-11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Among the featured attractions is the Anastasini Circus, with...
Police commissioner job on hold for now in City of Newburgh
NEWBURGH – The police department in the City of Newburgh has had a chief and commissioner in the last two years, but with the recent resignation of Commissioner Jose Gomerez, the city has been reassessing the need for both positions. During a discussion at Thursday night’s city council meeting,...
Fox Lane Graduate’s Award-Winning Film Hits Close to Home
Before he finished producing his first award-winning film in May, new Fox Lane High School graduate Sam Griff had a keen sense of place. Griff grew up in Bedford and could easily relate to his surroundings, so producing an historical documentary about the local Wood Family of Croton Lake Road was well within his grasp.
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