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6 charged in election fraud case from 2023 NYC Council primary in Queens
Five out of six defendants surrendered to authorities Thursday morning to face charges in an election fraud case linked to last year's New York City Council primary in Flushing, Queens.All six are being charged with absentee ballot fraud. They were all volunteers for the campaign of Yu-Ching James Pai, a candidate in the June 2023 Primary for City County District 20."As alleged in this case, the defendants went to the Board of Elections and filed fraudulent absentee ballot applications on behalf of 23 voters they had never met," said said District Attorney Melinda Katz,Appearing in court Thursday to face...
More trouble for Michael Shah in Meatpacking District
Real estate developer Michael Shah narrowly avoided a default in the Meatpacking District last year, only to have a different set of lenders emerge this year demanding money at two other properties in the neighborhood. A foreclosure lawsuit filed by Wells Fargo accuses Shah of failing to repay a $28...
McIver’s Newark council seat could be vacant for a year
Newark’s Central Ward could be without representation on the city council for nearly fourteen months if LaMonica McIver wins election to the U.S. House of Representatives in September, potentially gridlocking the state’s largest city while Mayor Ras Baraka is running for governor. McIver, the 38-year-old city council president,...
NBA Rumors: Knicks Standing Pat On Could-Be Blockbuster Trade
The New York Knicks appear to be done making blockbuster trades for now, as The Athletic’s Fred Katz reports that he has “absolutely no indication that the Knicks are trying to trade” Julius Randle (h/t KnicksMuse). “None whatsoever,” the insider emphasizes. Knicks Standing Pat On Could-Be...
MCNY School Supply Drive August 2024
You can visit the Bronx and Manhattan campuses to pick up supplies Monday through Friday, 11 am-5 pm. Bronx Campus: Check-in with security in the Commons. Sign in on the sign-in sheet, get a backpack, and head to room 202 to choose your supplies. Manhattan Campus: Go to the 6th...
Poughkeepsie Man to Sing National Anthem at Yankee Stadium
John Harold Carter III will perform national anthem at Iconic stadium in August. Talk about an opprtunity! John Harold Carter, a lifelong Poughkeepsie, NY resident is set to sing the Star-Spangled Banner at an upcoming Yankees game. Carter, a longtime music lover of R&B and oldies music has been a fixture around the Hudson Valley karaoke bar scene for decades, performing music like the Stylistics and Frankie Vailli and the Four Seasons' "Sherry".
Law Enforcement Mourns Loss of Beloved Newburgh, New York K9
The Town of Newburgh is mourning the loss of a beloved member of the community. The Town of Newburgh Police Department has shared that a K9 in their department has passed away. On July 24th, 2024 the Town of Newburgh Police Department wrote on social media "It is with an...
Former WRRV Sessions Headliner to Appear on Primetime Game Show
One of the biggest WRRV Sessions Headliners that we have ever had is going toe-to-toe with another legendary rock band on primetime TV, and I got all the information on how to root for them!. WRRV Sessions Headliner Papa Roach to Become Game Show Contestants. Papa Roach has been a...
Big Lots Returns To New York Town, Near Recently Closed Store
Hudson Valley residents are pumped that Big Lots is returning, just down the road for a recently closed store. On Thursday, Hudson Valley Post reported that Big Lots confirmed plans to close up to 40 locations nationwide, including three in New York. Big Lots Closing Stores In Upstate New York,...
Moonburger Opens New Location Outside the Hudson Valley
Most know by now my love for Moonburger, the greatest burger I've ever had. The popular plant-based Hudson Valley burger joint has three Hudson Valley locations (Kingston, New Paltz, and Poughkeepsie). The Poughkeepsie spot inside the Chestnut Market inside the Mobil on Rt 9 opened back in April. Just last...
These Poughkeepsie apartments promise work-from-home amenities, walkability, indoor pool
Just beyond the westbound arterial heading toward the City of Poughkeepsie, a new apartment complex is taking shape. Here's what's in store for the Tinkelman Architecture site at 44 Springside Ave. The five-story mixed-use building is being developed by Built Parcel Six LLC and will include 28 apartments designed for...
District Attorney Hoovler: 4-12 Year Sentence in Newburgh Vehicular Fatality Case
Nicholle Hoke Previously Admitted to Killing One and Seriously Injuring Another While Driving Drunk. Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, Nicholle Hoke, age 45, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, was sentenced in Orange County Court to four (4) to twelve (12) years in prison as it relates to her previously plea of guilty to Aggravated Vehicular Homicide.
Newburgh, New York Dairy Bar Celebrates Christmas in July with Festive Flavors
I don't know about you, but I'm starting to feel the holiday spirit creeping in. Makes sense, since it's Christmas in July! And one Hudson Valley business is going all out. Celebrate Christmas in July with Festive Ice Cream Flavors. Mary Jane's Dairy Bar on Route 9W in Newburgh, New...
Marist Alum Makes It Big With Massive Role In NBC Olympic Coverage
A Marist College graduate is preparing for his fifth trip to the Olympics; no not to compete, but with another incredibly important role, to serve as stage manager for parts of NBC's coverage. Marist College Alum Paris Bound For NBC Olympic Coverage. Hudson Valley locals may recognize the name Todd...
Unbalanced schedules await Marist when MAAC basketball commences in December
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference released its basketball schedules for 2024-25 with league play getting underway on the weekend of Dec. 6-8. With Merrimack and Sacred Heart joining from the Northeast Conference, there will be an uneven number of 13 teams; this will necessitate an unbalanced schedule for the first time since 2018-19. ...
Storm-struck Hudson River kayakers discover castle ruins
We had entered the water three hours before sundown by taking advantage of some dock-works floating off the riverbank in Newburgh. Martin and I carried our kayaks down the bobbing slats, past sailboats and stinkpots in full view of the diners of one of those riverside restaurants which specialize in fleecing the weekender boating crowd. Expensive drinks. Overcooked meat. The peak of civilization.
Borscht Belt Festival Returns to Ellenville
The second annual Borscht Belt Fest, featuring comedy, food, music and storytelling, starts July 26 and runs through the weekend in Ellenville. Andrew Jacobs, one of the festival’s organizers and the President of the Borscht Belt Museum’s Board of Trustees spoke to Tim Bruno about the three day event of comedy, culture and cuisine.
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