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Snow Emergency Declared In Bedford Snow Emergency Declared In Bedford
Snow Emergency Declared In Bedford BEDFORD, N.Y. – As the region prepares for what is expected to be an historic snow storm, Bedford Town Supervisor Chris Burdick has declared a state of emergency from midnight Monday through midnight Tuesday. According to a statement from Burdick’s office, the state of emergency may be extended depending upon the severity of the storm. The order comes as Gov. Andrew Cuomo has declared a state of emergency across the entire state. During Bedford's state of emergency, there will be no cars allowed to park on the town’s streets, according to Burdick, who said that staff will be working to keep…

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Police & Fire
Alleged Car Wash Theft Leads Bedford Police Blotter Alleged Car Wash Theft Leads Bedford Police Blotter
Alleged Car Wash Theft Leads Bedford Police Blotter BEDFORD HILLS, N.Y. – A theft at a local car wash and a number of calls for assistance were among the recent incidents keeping Bedford police officers busy. The alleged theft was reported about 3:25 p.m. on March 4, according to police, who said a woman reported that her cell phone was taken from her car while the vehicle went through the Splash Car Wash at 570 Bedford Road in Bedford Hills. According to police, investigators are reviewing surveillance footage from the business. No arrests have been made. The incident capped a week of multiple calls to authorities across the town of Bedfor…

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Lifestyle
Second Congregational Church to Ordain New Minister Second Congregational Church to Ordain New Minister
Second Congregational Church to Ordain New Minister GREENWICH, Conn. – The Second Congregational Church is scheduled to host the ordination of Shawn Garan into the ministry of the United Church of Christ. “Shawn is a gifted pastor and a creative thinker about ministry today,” said Senior Minister Maxwell Grant. “We are very grateful that he is part of the team at Second Church.” Garan, who is to be ordained at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 19, is a military veteran and Alliance Theological Seminary graduate who first joined the Second Congregational Church in 2015, according to a statement from the church. He is married and the father of two young…

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Greenwich Police Reporting More Smash-And-Grab Thefts From Cars Greenwich Police Reporting More Smash-And-Grab Thefts From Cars
Greenwich Police Reporting More Smash-And-Grab Thefts From Cars GREENWICH, Conn. — Greenwich police are investigating nearly 25 thefts from cars this year, according to Greenwich Time, which said nearly a half-dozen of the most recent have been smash-and-grab incidents. In five cases since late February, suspects have used hammers or other blunt objects to shatter car windows and then grab valuables, according to Greenwich Time. Police are also investigating multiple thefts of "high-end vehicles" in residential neighborhoods, Greenwich Time said. Any suspicious activity should be reported to police. Click here to read the story at the Greenw…

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Music Studio Fire Breaks Out In Mount Vernon Music Studio Fire Breaks Out In Mount Vernon
Music Studio Fire Breaks Out In Mount Vernon MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. – Firefighters responded to a Mount Vernon music studio after a blaze broke out on a couch, according to News 12. Officials were investigating what may have caused the fire, which drew firefighters to Mes Hall Studios on Washington Street about 11:30 p.m. Thursday, according to News 12. Residential buildings immediately near the studio were evacuated, according to News 12, which said those living in the buildings were allowed to return soon after the flames were extinguished. No injuries were reported, according to News 12. Click here to see the report from News.

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Patterson Woman, 38, Accused Of Shoplifting At Home Depot Patterson Woman, 38, Accused Of Shoplifting At Home Depot
Patterson Woman, 38, Accused Of Shoplifting At Home Depot SOUTHEAST, N.Y. -- A Patterson woman is facing a criminal charge after investigators accused her of stealing merchandise from a Home Depot store. Heather G. Licari, 38, is alleged to have entered the store at 80 Independent Way about 1:33 p.m. on Feb. 19, according to the Putnam County Sheriff's Office. Once inside, Licari took several items off the shelves, hid them in a bag and then attempted to return them as though she had purchased them earlier, police allege. After returning the items she's alleged to have taken, Licari continued shopping, police allege, who said she then tried to ch…

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Lifestyle
Fairfield Man Pays Off Debts With $300K Instant Win Lotto Ticket Fairfield Man Pays Off Debts With $300K Instant Win Lotto Ticket
Fairfield Man Pays Off Debts With $300K Instant Win Lotto Ticket FAIRFIELD, Conn. – A Southport man who won $300,000 on an instant lottery ticket has paid off his debts and now plans to take a “much-needed vacation” before using the money to further his career. Christopher Gerasimopoulos was stunned after winning the prize on a “$3,000,000 Royale” Instant Ticket, according to a statement from the CT Lottery. “I have no words right now,” he said. “It’s funny, I rarely buy the $30 games. I had the day off – happened to be in the area and got this ticket. I had the clerk check (the ticket) – it was bizarre.” After celebrating with a large winner’s check, G…

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Events
Sopranos Star Pantoliano Hosts Student Film Screening At Darien Arts Center Sopranos Star Pantoliano Hosts Student Film Screening At Darien Arts Center
Sopranos Star Pantoliano Hosts Student Film Screening At Darien Arts Center DARIEN, Conn. – A popular actor widely known for his role on “The Sopranos” is set to be part of a special event at the Darien Arts Center where students from the Manhattan Film Institute will screen their short films. Joe Pantoliano of Wilton, who won an Emmy Award for his work as Ralph Cifaretto on the HBO organized crime drama, will be part of a Q&A session after the films are shown. The actor, who has also had starring roles in “The Matrix,” “The Fugitive,” "La Bamba" and “Risky Business,” will be joined on the stage by Tony Spiridakis, founder of the Manhattan Film Instit…

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Hank Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week Hank Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week
Hank Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Hank, a 1-year-old spaniel mix, has been named the SPCA of Westchester's Pet of the Week. Described as a "shy guy who's made huge strides in his confidence and is ready to take on the world," Hank entered the animal shelter along with 11 brothers and sisters from somewhere in the south, according the SPCA. While none of the puppies has been properly socialized, Hank does warm up once he's comfortable with his surroundings, according to the SPCA, which said he bonds well with people and would likely do well in a home with children no younger than 12 years …

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Interreligious Council Of New Rochelle 'Deplores' JCC Threats Interreligious Council Of New Rochelle 'Deplores' JCC Threats
Interreligious Council Of New Rochelle 'Deplores' JCC Threats NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The Interreligious Council of New Rochelle has issued a statement of solidarity in response to the ongoing threats being made against Jewish centers across the country. "The Interreligious Council of New Rochelle ... deplores the wave of telephoned threats made against Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) across the United States, and especially the Mid-Westchester JCC in New Rochelle," the statement said. "Jewish community centers have a long-standing tradition of serving both Jews and non-Jews alike as places where they can enjoy social, cultural, and athlet…

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