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Allegedly Drunk Driver From Bridgeport Charged In Fatal Westchester Crash Allegedly Drunk Driver From Bridgeport Charged In Fatal Westchester Crash
Allegedly Drunk Driver From Bridgeport Charged In Fatal Westchester Crash An allegedly drunk driver from Connecticut has been charged in a fatal wrong-way crash in Westchester. The crash happened just after 5 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 8 on the Hutchinson River Parkway in Rye Brook, about a half mile south of King Street, according to Westchester County Police. Original report - 1 Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Hutchinson River Parkway In Rye Brook Several 911 calls reported that a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of travel had collided with another car.  Arriving officers found that one of the vehicles, a Toyota Camry, was fully engulfed…
'Hard To Imagine' Biden Serving 4 Years, Says Michael Douglas Who Hosted Westchester Fundraiser 'Hard To Imagine' Biden Serving 4 Years, Says Michael Douglas Who Hosted Westchester Fundraiser
'Hard To Imagine' Biden Serving 4 Years, Says Michael Douglas Who Hosted Westchester Fundraiser A longtime Hollywood ally of Joe Biden who hosted a re-election fundraising event for the president at his Westchester estate this past spring is now casting doubts on the 81-year-old's ability to serve a second term in office.  In an interview with BBC, iconic actor Michael Douglas said it would be "hard to imagine" Biden serving another full term in office if he is re-elected, the outlet reported.  Douglas, who himself is 79 years old, personally hosted the fundraiser for Biden along with his wife, Catherine Zeta-Jones, at their Irvington-on-Hudson residence on Thursday, April 2…
Man Tries Entering Locked Vehicles, Then Leads Police On Pursuit Into Fairfield County Man Tries Entering Locked Vehicles, Then Leads Police On Pursuit Into Fairfield County
Man Tries Entering Locked Vehicles, Then Leads Police On Pursuit Into Fairfield County Authorities are warning residents to keep their cars locked after a man was caught trying to enter parked vehicles in Westchester before leading police on a chase into Connecticut.  The incident began on Friday, Jan. 26 around 2 a.m., when an alert resident in Rye in the area of Martin Road noticed an unknown man in her driveway and called the police. According to the Rye Police Department, the resident was able to give authorities an "excellent" description of the suspect and their vehicle, and arriving officers soon found a white SUV fleeing from the area.  Police then followed…
Greenwich Man Smashes Deli Door, Steals Cash, Lottery Tickets: Police Greenwich Man Smashes Deli Door, Steals Cash, Lottery Tickets: Police
Greenwich Man Smashes Deli Door, Steals Cash, Lottery Tickets: Police A Fairfield County man faces charges after breaking the door of a deli in Westchester and stealing cash and lottery tickets, police announced. New, updated report - Man Nabbed For Deli Burglary In Mamaroneck: Smashed Front Door Window, Police Say Greenwich resident Cesar Salazar-Duque, age 36, was arrested by Harrison Police on Tuesday, Nov. 21 in connection with a commercial burglary that happened on Wednesday, Nov. 15, the department said.  According to police, during the burglary, Salazar-Duque allegedly smashed the front glass door of a local deli and food market an…
Person Fatally Struck By New Haven Line Metro-North Train Person Fatally Struck By New Haven Line Metro-North Train
Person Fatally Struck By New Haven Line Metro-North Train A person was killed after being struck by a Metro-North train at a Westchester station, officials said. The incident happened on Wednesday, Oct. 18 around 5:40 p.m., when an unauthorized person on the tracks at Port Chester station was fatally struck by a westbound New Haven Line train, MTA officials said. The person's name has not yet been released. An investigation is ongoing. The incident caused delays of up to an hour on the New Haven Line on Wednesday evening, in addition to some cancellations. Normal service eventually resumed around 9:30 p.m. This is a developing story. Check back …
This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares'
This Westchester Restaurant To Appear On Gordon Ramsay's 'Kitchen Nightmares' Fans of Gordon Ramsay will want to look out for an episode of the famed celebrity chef's revived "Kitchen Nightmares" that will feature a Puerto Rican restaurant in Westchester.  El Cantito Cafe, located in Yonkers at 1550D Central Park Ave., will appear on an episode of "Kitchen Nightmares" that is set to air on Monday, Nov. 13, Yonkers officials announced.  During the episode, Ramsay will help the eatery's owners recover from challenges posed by the pandemic, city officials said. No further details have been released by the network, so those interested will have to tune in to learn more.…
Greenwich Lawyer Nabbed For Writing $28K In Bad Checks, Police Say Greenwich Lawyer Nabbed For Writing $28K In Bad Checks, Police Say
Greenwich Lawyer Nabbed For Writing $28K In Bad Checks, Police Say A Fairfield County woman who is a lawyer in Westchester has been charged with larceny and issuing $28,000 in bad checks    On Monday, July 24, Greenwich Police arrested Caitlin Moran Hayes, age 43, for allegedly issuing the bad checks, one for $15,000 and another for $13,000 that were returned for insufficient funds after entering into a lease agreement and moving into the residence. The incident began in April when police responded to 18 Dwight Lane on a report of a landlord-tenant dispute, said Lt. Ted Latiak of the Greenwich Police. During a lengthy investigation, detectives w…
2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Westchester 2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Westchester
2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Westchester An overnight earthquake startled some residents and shook buildings in Westchester. The United States Geological Survey said it had a magnitude of 2.2, was centered near the border of Hastings-on-Hudson and Yonkers, about 18 miles north of midtown Manhattan, and was felt at around 1:53 a.m. Friday, May 19. An interactive map of the quake by the USGS is available here and in the image above. There have not been any reports of injuries or damage. The USGS received a report of someone feeling the quake as far away as Northern Fairfield County, Connecticut, in the city of Danbury. …
Dog Rescued From Sewer In Westchester: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption Dog Rescued From Sewer In Westchester: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption
Dog Rescued From Sewer In Westchester: 'Sweet Boy' Now Up for Adoption A dog who somehow became lost in the sewers of Westchester is now up for adoption after he was rescued by police officers.  The dog, named Leonardo, was rescued from a sewer pipe in New Rochelle late at night after officers from the city's police department noticed that he was underground, the Humane Society of Westchester at New Rochelle said in a social media post on Saturday, April 8.  After finding Leonardo, officers managed to coax him out by sharing their dinner with him. Once he was back above ground, police discovered that he was wearing a harness and leash but had no ID or microch…
'Dangerous' Fairfield County Man Fires Shots By Public Parking Lot, Hides Behind Car: Police 'Dangerous' Fairfield County Man Fires Shots By Public Parking Lot, Hides Behind Car: Police
'Dangerous' Fairfield County Man Fires Shots By Public Parking Lot, Hides Behind Car: Police A Fairfield County man faces charges after firing shots near a public parking lot in Westchester and trying to avoid arrest by fleeing officers, police said.  The incident happened on Monday morning, March 27 in Port Chester when officers responded to the Marina parking lot at 51 Abendroth Ave. after it was reported that shots were fired in the area, according to Port Chester Police.  After arriving at the scene, officers eventually found the suspect crouching behind a parked vehicle. When he was then confronted by police, he allegedly tried to flee the scene and walk away. Howeve…
American Idol Alum Haley Reinhart Bringing 'Off The Ground Tour' To Westchester American Idol Alum Haley Reinhart Bringing 'Off The Ground Tour' To Westchester
American Idol Alum Haley Reinhart Bringing 'Off The Ground Tour' To Westchester Singer-songwriter Haley Reinhart, who is known for her successful stint on American Idol, will be bringing her latest tour to Westchester.  Reinhart will be performing at the White Plains Performing Arts Center at 11 City Place on Friday, March 17 as part of her "Off The Ground Tour 2023."  Rising to fame after appearing on the popular television show "American Idol," Reinhart originally appeared in the 9th season of the show in 2010 but failed to get to the Hollywood round. She did not let this deter her though and ended up placing third in the show's 10th season in 201…
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Major Winter Storm Headed To Region Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Major Winter Storm Headed To Region
Projected Snowfall Totals Increase For Major Winter Storm Headed To Region Projected snowfall totals have increased for a major winter storm headed to the Northeast. The complex system will bring the first widespread plowable snowfall of the season and cause hazardous travel conditions at times Monday night, Feb. 27 into Tuesday morning, Feb. 28, according to the National Weather Service. A widespread 6 to 8 inches is now expected in interior portions of New York and Connecticut, where wet and heavy snow is expected. (Areas shown in yellow in the first image above from the National Weather Service.) Up to 4 to 6 inches is now possible for parts of the n…
Alert Neighbor Prevents BMW From Being Stolen From Driveway In Region Alert Neighbor Prevents BMW From Being Stolen From Driveway In Region
Alert Neighbor Prevents BMW From Being Stolen From Driveway In Region A quick-thinking neighbor in Westchester interrupted a would-be car thief attempting to steal a BMW out of a driveway in broad daylight. Shortly after 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 4 in Rye, police said that a man dressed in all black on Coolidge Avenue attempted to steal a BMW from the driveway of an area home. While the thief was attempting to gain access to the car, a Rye police spokesperson said that he was interrupted by a neighbor who yelled and chased the suspect away. After being chased off, the suspect fled in a gray Hyundai Santa Fe that had been reported stolen out of Newark, New…
Two Students From New England Advance To Finals Of Regeneron Competition Two Students From New England Advance To Finals Of Regeneron Competition
Two Students From New England Advance To Finals Of Regeneron Competition A pair of school students in New England were among 40 nationally that were chosen as finalists in the prestigious 2022 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS). This year, approximately 1,800 students entered the Regeneron STS, where they “submit original research in critically important scientific fields of study.” The organization said that the search is “unique among high school competitions in the U.S. and globally, Regeneron STS focuses on identifying, inspiring, and engaging the nation's most promising young scientists.” Judges narrowed the field to just 300 semifinalists, based on the…
Video Shows Dramatic Rescue Of Baby Trapped Under Car In NY Video Shows Dramatic Rescue Of Baby Trapped Under Car In NY
Video Shows Dramatic Rescue Of Baby Trapped Under Car In NY A dramatic video shows the moment an alleged drunk driver hits a woman and her baby before plowing into a Westchester barbershop and the intense rescue by two hero cops that followed. The incident took place around 8:30 a.m., Friday, July 23, at 124 Lake Ave., in Yonkers, when David Poncurak, age 43, was driving north on Morningside Avenue when he turned into the westbound lane of Lake Avenue, Yonkers Police Sergeant Frank DiDomizio said. While doing so he hit a curb, a parked car, and two people as he continued to accelerate and drove into the barbershop, said police. At the same, t…
Crash Involving Pedestrian Causes Saw Mill River Parkway Closure Crash Involving Pedestrian Causes Saw Mill River Parkway Closure
Crash Involving Pedestrian Causes Saw Mill River Parkway Closure This story has been updated. A serious crash caused the closure of a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway in Westchester. A pedestrian was stuck near McLean Avenue, according to Westchester County Police. The crash closed all three northbound lanes from the New York City line to the Yonkers Avenue/Cross County Parkway interchange starting at around 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 23. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Distressed Kayaker Rescued From LI Sound By Police In Westchester Distressed Kayaker Rescued From LI Sound By Police In Westchester
Distressed Kayaker Rescued From LI Sound By Police In Westchester A “distressed” kayaker was rescued from the Long Island Sound following an incident over the weekend, police in Westchester said. Officers from the New Rochelle Police Department’s Marine Unit in Marine I responded to Middle Ground in the Long Island Sound at 2:41 p.m. on Sunday, May 23, where there was a report of a kayaker in distress in a rocky area near the channel by David’s Island. Police said that the kayaker was swept away by strong winds and the current, further out into the Long Island Sound than he had planned, and he was unable to get back to shore. New Rochelle Police Capt. Co…
Woman Accused Of Robbing Chase Bank Worked At Local Library In NY Woman Accused Of Robbing Chase Bank Worked At Local Library In NY
Woman Accused Of Robbing Chase Bank Worked At Local Library In NY The woman busted shortly after allegedly robbing a Westchester bank was a familiar face who was the head of the local library’s children’s section, according to records. Officers from the New Rochelle Police Department responded to Chase Bank on North Avenue at 9:48 a.m. on Thursday, May 20, where there was a report of a robbery in progress, Police Capt. Cosmo Costa said. Earlier story - Woman Caught Moments After Robbing Chase Bank Of Thousands In Westchester, Police Say It is alleged that Mary Thompson, who was named the acting Head Children’s Librarian at the New Rochelle Public Librar…
Netflix Reveals 'Last Victim' Of Serial Killer Son Of Sam Netflix Reveals 'Last Victim' Of Serial Killer Son Of Sam
Netflix Reveals 'Last Victim' Of Serial Killer Son Of Sam Who was really the last victim of famed serial killer David Berkowitz, the “Son of Sam,” who once called the area home? A new Netflix docuseries, “The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness” takes a look at the famed serial killer from Westchester and the reporter, Maury Terry, whose obsession with Berkowitz led him to believe that the man did not act alone. According to the new series, Terry, a former IBM employee turned author, believed that Berkowitz did not act alone during his infamous reign of terror in the 1970s, and instead may have been a part of a larger network of killers. Berkow…
Accused Again: Two More Ex-Cuomo Aides Make Sexual Misconduct Allegations Accused Again: Two More Ex-Cuomo Aides Make Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Accused Again: Two More Ex-Cuomo Aides Make Sexual Misconduct Allegations Two more former aides to Andrew Cuomo are accusing him of sexual misconduct, bringing the number of women who have publically said they were sexually harassed by the New York governor to five. Ana Liss, who was Cuomo's policy and operations aide between 2013 and 2015, said he kissed her hand, touched her on her lower back, called her sweetheart, and asked if she had a boyfriend. The 35-year-old Liss made her allegations in an interview with The Wall Street Journal. Another former aide, Karen Hinton, said Cuomo summoned her to a hotel room, pulled her towards him, and held her in 2…
Five Killed In Two-Car Westchester Crash Five Killed In Two-Car Westchester Crash
Five Killed In Two-Car Westchester Crash Click here for an updated story: IDs Released For Four Teens, 36-Year-Old Killed In Two-Vehicle Westchester Crash Five people were killed in a horrific crash involving two cars overnight in Westchester. It happened shortly before 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 at the intersection of Culver Street and Riverdale Avenue in Yonkers. Four of the victims were in one vehicle, with the fifth victim being the driver of the second vehicle, according to multiple reports. Police have not yet released details on the crash or information about the victims as the investigation continues. This is …
Eighth Graders Around Westchester Mark Pivotal Leap, Student's Essay On Gun Control A Winner Eighth Graders Around Westchester Mark Pivotal Leap, Student's Essay On Gun Control A Winner
Eighth Graders Around Westchester Mark Pivotal Leap, Student's Essay On Gun Control A Winner All parents know the angst and excitement of watching their children graduate from eighth grade. They started middle school as fifth-grade children and leave as almost young adults at 12 or 13. It's an important time. One study even suggests the pivotal years bring more academic achievement to impact college and career readiness than high school. Fortunately, COVID-19 didn't stop the milestone from being creatively celebrated this month around Westchester. Bronxville Middle School students were feted in a virtual event live-streamed on YouTube with highlights including music by the school'…
Fairfield County Man Appears As Contestant On Jeopardy! Teachers Tournament Fairfield County Man Appears As Contestant On Jeopardy! Teachers Tournament
Fairfield County Man Appears As Contestant On Jeopardy! Teachers Tournament A seventh-grade teacher in Westchester who lives in Fairfield County showed off his smarts on Jeopardy!, the popular television game show. Norwalk resident Peter Gouveia, who teaches at Rye Middle School, was a contestant in the Jeopardy!!’s Teachers Tournament that aired this past week. Gouveia was chosen out of nearly 100,000 applicants after taking an online test a year ago and auditioning for the show in Boston in January. He was one of just 15 educators chosen to appear on the show during the teachers’ tournament. The episode of Jeopardy! Gouveia was on taped in California early …
Lamont Declares COVID-19 Civil Preparedness, Public Health Emergencies In Connecticut Lamont Declares COVID-19 Civil Preparedness, Public Health Emergencies In Connecticut
Lamont Declares Covid-19 Civil Preparedness, Public Health Emergencies In Connecticut Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont has signed declarations of civil preparedness and public health emergencies as coronavirus continues to spread rapidly in the region. Lamont made the declarations to allow the state to take specific action regarding the spread of COVID-19, which has infected at least two Connecticut residents to date, though the virus is spreading quickly. Two others who work at hospitals in Fairfield County tested positive, though they live in Westchester, where the outbreak is among the largest and swiftest-moving in the country. Other tests for coronavirus in Connecticut are p…
Around Westchester Schools: Teacher Hits High, Caped Heroes, Math Whiz Talent Shines Around Westchester Schools: Teacher Hits High, Caped Heroes, Math Whiz Talent Shines
Around Westchester Schools: Teacher Hits High, Caped Heroes, Math Whiz Talent Shines A Westchester teacher has earned the country's highest certification and she's done it in record time. Bronxville High School teacher Beth Agarabi spent 160 hours over a year and received a National Board Certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. While most teachers who pursue the certification are allowed three years to complete the required coursework, Agarabi earned the certification in just one year. Entirely voluntary, this advanced teaching credential was designed to develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers. Available in K-12 education,…
Around The Schools: Bilingual Boost In Port Chester, Italian Teacher Wins National Award Around The Schools: Bilingual Boost In Port Chester, Italian Teacher Wins National Award
Around The Schools: Bilingual Boost In Port Chester, Italian Teacher Wins National Award Bilingual education opens the world to kids culturally and gives a boost to their brains so it is no surprise that a dual language program is gaining steam at a Westchester school district. The program's goal is to have students become proficient in English and Spanish. Children have the opportunity to be bilingual, bilateral and bicultural thanks to the new dual language program at Port Chester Public Schools. Each of the elementary schools offers students 50/50, Spanish- English Two-Way Dual Immersion program, while John F. Kennedy Magnet School currently runs a 90/10 One-Way Dual Imm…
Area Doctor Billed Patients $8M For Surgeries He Didn't Do, Feds Say Area Doctor Billed Patients $8M For Surgeries He Didn't Do, Feds Say
Area Doctor Billed Patients $8M For Surgeries He Didn't Do, Feds Say A Westchester eye doctor who had practices throughout the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County is facing charges for health care fraud. Ameet Goyal, 56, of Rye, who operates The Eye Associates Group, with practices in Rye, Mount Kisco, Wappingers Falls and in Greenwich, was arrested and charged by federal officials for allegedly fraudulently billing patients. The indictment alleges that between 2010 and 2017, Goyal was billing patients, Medicare, and private insurance programs millions of dollars for complex eye surgeries that were never actually performed. The complaint states that Goyal and…
Off-Duty Danbury Firefighter Rescues Man Trapped After Rollover Crash Off-Duty Danbury Firefighter Rescues Man Trapped After Rollover Crash
Off-Duty Danbury Firefighter Rescues Man Trapped After Rollover Crash A firefighter on his way to work did what most firefighters do in a flash, rush to help someone in need, no matter the circumstances. That's what happened on Sunday, Nov. 17, when Danbury Firefighter Jeff Nolet was driving on the Saw Mill Parkway in Westchester reporting for duty on his night shift, said James A. Gagliardo, spokesman for the Danbury Fire Department. On his way, Nolet happened upon a single-vehicle crash on the parkway and a gathering of cars and people on the shoulder of the roadway and stopped to offer assistance, said Gagliardo. The bystanders informed him that…
Student From Fairfield County Found Dead At SCSU Was History Major, Ex-Basketball Player Student From Fairfield County Found Dead At SCSU Was History Major, Ex-Basketball Player
Student From Fairfield County Found Dead At Scsu Was History Major, Ex-Basketball Player A 22-year-old from Fairfield County who was found dead in his car at Southern Connecticut State University was an American history major and basketball player who attended elementary school in Westchester. Brookfield resident Sean Gallo was found unresponsive in his vehicle that was parked in the West Campus Parking Garage at approximately 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, school officials said. Gallo, born in Hong Kong, was a graduate of Brookfield High School, Class of 2015 and received his associate degree from Naugatuck Valley Community College.  He was studying history at SCSU at the ti…
Wanted Fairfield County Man Busted For Driving With BAC Double Legal Limit Wanted Fairfield County Man Busted For Driving With BAC Double Legal Limit
Wanted Fairfield County Man Busted For Driving With BAC Double Legal Limit A 21-year-old Fairfield County man wanted in West Virginia for a marijuana possession charge was arrested in Westchester after being busted by a witness driving with a blood alcohol content double the legal limit, police said. An officer from the Scarsdale Police Department was dispatched to Supply Field at approximately 6:37 a.m. on Friday, July 12, where there was a report of a man and woman inside a vehicle acting erratically. Upon arrival, the officer said that he found Stamford resident Cristian Castillo and his female passenger in the car outside the field with her front door open. W…
I-95 Gridlock Alert Warning Issued For Weekend I-95 Gridlock Alert Warning Issued For Weekend
I-95 Gridlock Alert Warning Issued For Weekend Police departments in the area have issued a gridlock warning as a result of a major project on I-95 in Stamford, which will result in delays stretching back into Westchester. Advising motorists to “plan for the worst,” police say road crews will be replacing a bridge in Stamford over I-95 at Exit 9, and the interstate will be closed in both directions. This is likely to impact local streets in town during the following two weekends: Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2 and Saturday, June 8 to Sunday, June 9. The bridge replacement will detour I-95 motorists toward on- and off-ramps, where the …