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ALERT! This Nasty Virus Is Back New York State
Officials in portions of New York State are reporting that there has been an uptick in the amount of confirmed cases of a nasty virus. The summer is here and most people are spending time outdoors. Whether it is a backyard picnic, or camping and hiking, there are so many fun things to do when summer hits the Empire State. However, there are some dangers that you need to be aware of.
13 Restaurants In Westchester County With Health Code Violations
These 13 restaurants in Westchester County, New York, had more than 5 health inspection violations each last month. Westchester County has published a list of restaurants that had 5 or more health code violations during their latest inspections in June. **Non-restaurant locations included. 1. BONNIE BRIAR COUNTRY CLUB - MAIN...
Westchester home values in uncharted territory
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The median price of a single-family home in Westchester County, New York has topped $1 million for the first time. It's not just a big-dollar benchmark for real estate in New York City's northern suburbs. It's the new normal. "This is unprecedented, actually. Looking at us, this time last year we were in the 9s. And now we've definitely crossed way passed the $1 million mark," said Crystal Hawkins-Syska, with the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors. "Demand right now is very, very high"According to Hawkins-Syska, a seven-figure median sales price is the result of a couple of factors, including...
Court Discontinues Lawsuit Claiming Finger Was Found In Salad At Northern Westchester Eatery
A court has discontinued a lawsuit filed against a restaurant chain by a Connecticut woman who claimed she found herself chewing on part of a severed human finger while eating a salad served at one of the company's locations in New York. The lawsuit, filed against Rye Brook-based Chop't C…
Rye Historical Society Prepares for Revolutionary Rye 250
The 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding will be celebrated throughout the country on July 4, 2026. And last year, the Rye Historical Society formed a Revolutionary Rye 250 steering committee to build awareness of significant aspects of the revolutionary period in the Rye area, especially among younger audiences.
These neighboring hamlets in Westchester are all about community. See Hawthorne, Thornwood
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New York City DEP breaks ground on $1.9 billion water tunnel in Westchester County
MOUNT PLEASANT – The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has begun the $1.9 billion Kensico to Eastview tunneling and facilities upgrade project in Westchester County that will improve the operational flexibility of the drinking water supply for more than nine million people in the City and throughout southern Westchester County.
Do You Know These 4 Upstate New York Baseball Stars? You Should!
There are many legendary baseball players who are buried in the Empire State. Most of these are buried in New York City, Westchester County, or Long Island. I once wrote a book about famous people buried in New York, and traveled to the graves of most of these player. It was quite a revealing journey. For example, perhaps the most visited sports grave in America is that of Babe Ruth. He is buried in Hawthorne, NY (Westchester County) in Gate of Heaven cemetery. Ruth's grave is quite imposing depicting a large statue of Jesus Christ with his arms around two small boys dressed up to play baseball. I have been to Ruth's grave twice. Each time I found the grave covered with trinkets, good luck charms, baseballs, bats and balls, Yankee memorabilia, personal messages, and more. All of which is gathered up and archived by the cemetery. His grave shows signs of having been visited frequently by fans.
Work Begins On $220M, 5-Story Care Tower At Westchester Medical Center In Valhalla
The groundbreaking for the Critical Care Tower at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla was held on Wednesday, July 24, and was attended by elected officials including New York State Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado. The $220 million project, to be located next to the hospital's main tower, will be 162,000 square...
Westchester's county attorney reflects on his Olympics experience in Munich in 1972
John Nonna has been practicing law and serving his community since the 1970s. But inside this public servant beats the heart of a world-class athlete. Nonna, 76, and currently the Westchester County attorney, can still proudly put on his blazer from the opening ceremonies at the 1972 Munich Olympics, where he competed...
Music, colors and pride: Peruvians celebrate Independence Day in Connecticut
The Peruvian community gathered at the state Capitol in Hartford Friday morning to celebrate in anticipation of Peru’s 203rd Independence Day, which is July 28. The spirited flag-raising ceremony featured vibrant performances by local dance groups, showcasing Peru’s rich cultural heritage. Peruvian Consul Elvis Tuesta addressed the community,...
Long Island Home of Former Aide to Governor Kathy Hochul Searched by FBI
A former aide to former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and current New York Governor Kathy Hochul was searched by the FBI on Tuesday, according to reports. The reason for the search of the home of Linda Sun – who as of yet has not been accused of a crime – was carried out has not yet been disclosed by the FBI, with a spokesperson merely responding to media inquiries by stating that that agency’s operatives “conducted court-authorized law enforcement activity in Manhasset.”
Approved Yorktown Hotel Project Up for Sale
YORKTOWN, N.Y. — An approved boutique hotel project slated to be built in Yorktown Heights is up for sale. The Gardena Hotel, which is approved to be a three-story, 18-room hotel on the northeast corner of Veterans Road and Commerce Street, is currently on the market for a little more than $2 million.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER If built, the hotel, initially proposed in 2020, would be the first of its kind in Yorktown, featuring a café, a rooftop bar and grill, and off-street parking. The project was originally brought forward by Jack Xiao,...
Stop Sign Dispute Stirs Heritage Hills Residents
SOMERS, N.Y. - Somers has rescinded a recently enacted local law in the face of a jurisdictional dispute over certain traffic control devices in Heritage Hills. Last August, the Town Board was approached by one of the private community’s condo groups that hoped to mitigate safety issues by paying for, installing, and maintaining three-way stops at Westridge Drive’s intersections with West Hill Drive and Waterview Drive.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The town’s only responsibility would be to ticket offenders who ignored the signs. Asking the board to amend the town’s Vehicle and Traffic code to...
Town Announces Free $25 Farmers’ Market Coupons for Senior Citizens
Oyster Bay Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announce that income-eligible adults aged 60 and over can now receive free $25 coupon booklets from the New York State Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). These coupons can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at authorized farmers’ markets and farm stands.
Elections 2024: Key dates, elections in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam
Voters in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam will vote this fall in the general election. Here are all they key dates and information you'll need to know heading into November. When is Election Day 2024? What are the hours in New York, Hudson Valley? ...
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