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Longtime Firefighter, Marine, Navy Veteran From Westchester Dies: 'An Icon'
A beloved firefighter and veteran from Westchester is being remembered for his lifetime of service to others and his legendary clam-shucking skills. Rye Brook resident Raymond Nethercott, the most senior member of the Port Chester Fire Department's Washington Engine & Hose Co. #4, die…
Purchase student who yanked pro-Israel banner from admin's office sues over suspension
A SUNY Purchase sophomore who removed an administrator's "We Stand With Israel" banners from their office window sued the school last month, seeking to overturn his subsequent suspension. The student, Cesar Paul, alleges that the administrator, Paul Nicholson, attacked him after he removed the banners from Nicholson's window last year.
Arrest Made in Abandoned Dog Case in New Rochelle, New York
There's been an update on the abandoned dog case out of Westchester County, New York. Woman Caught on Camera Abandoning Dog in New Rochelle, New York. The SPCA Westchester took to social media in hopes of finding the culprit of a heartbreaking crime. On Sunday, June 11, 2024, around noon...
Closed: ‘Contaminated’ Water Found At These New York Beaches
Officials from New York closed down two beaches because the water was found to be "contaminated." The Westchester County Department of Health confirmed two beaches were shut down because of "elevated bacteria levels." Westchester County Closes Two Beaches. Westchester County Beach Surveillance Program "protects the public from illnesses associated with...
Putnam Rep Issues Alert For Parking Ticket Scam: What To Watch For
In a post on X on Monday, July 1, New York Assemblyman Matt Slater, who represents parts of Putnam and Northern Westchester, warned residents of a fake text scheme involving scammers claiming that victims owe unpaid parking invoices in New York City. According to Slater, the texts will claim that...
Popular Westchester seafood restaurant to close, owners 'devastated'
The 9-year-old Saltaire Oyster Bar and Fish House in Port Chester, known for its raw bar, innovative cocktails and midweek "Saltire Supper" deals (it was in my "Summer Bucket List" story), is closing July 14. Owners Beth and Les Barnes said the reason was a lease issue and that they...
Republican John Sarcone expresses confidence in battle for Westchester District Attorney
The Republican taking on former Judge Susan Cacace in the race for Westchester District Attorney said he is undaunted by the Democrats' huge advantage among registered voters in the county. John Sarcone is even trying to portray Cacace as a far-left Democrat ‒ after she got finished turning back primary challengers who called...
This Westchester Beach To Close All Day On July 4
If you're making plans to sit on the sand on Independence Day, you'll want to avoid one Westchester beach that will close the entire day. The Stephen E. Johnston Beach at Harbor Island Park will close all day on Thursday, July 4, according to the Village of Mamaroneck Recreation Department.&nb…
Latimer Appoints Former Mt. Kisco Mayor as Human Resources Deputy
A familiar face in local government has a new job with Westchester County. On Monday, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins announced that former Mount Kisco mayor Gina Picinich has been appointed deputy commissioner of human resources. Picinch, who completed six years as mayor last December after having decided against running...
Dreadful Saw Mill Accident Raises Ire of Pleasantville Residents
A prominent Pleasantville resident and business owner was seriously injured at the dangerous Saw Mill River Parkway-Grant Street intersection recently, once again prompting angry community members to call for safety improvements at the location. Freya Martens, the co-owner of Soul Brewery Company, was driving westbound on Grant Street at about...
CLEAN WATER ADVOCATES AND ENVIRONMENTALISTS ANNOUNCE THE FORMATION OF THE WESTCHESTER COALITION FOR CLEAN WATER (WCCW)
(L to R) Oded Holzinger, Executive Director Groundwork Hudson Valley, Yonkers County. Legislator Shane Williams, (District 16), Tracy Brown, Westchester Coalition For Clean Water CoChair and President of Riverkeeper. (L to R) Yonkers County Legislator Shane Williams, (District 16), Tracy Brown, Westchester. Coalition For Clean Water Co-Chair and President of...
7 New York Border Protection officers arrested in grand larceny scheme
CHAMPLAIN, N.Y. — New York State Police have arrested a seven current and former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers for allegedly stealing money from the government. Investigators charged the following people involved in the case:. Thomas O’Keefe – Grand Larceny. Joseph McVey – Grand Larceny.
New York Drivers Told Avoid Gas Stations At These Locations
New Yorkers hitting the road for the upcoming holiday are told to avoid gas stations at a number of locations. AAA says a record-breaking number of people, over 70 million, plan to travel at least 50 miles for the Fourth Of July holiday. Most of the 70 million plan to drive. Below we have the best and worst times to drive throughout the next week.
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