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Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley
Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley President Joe Biden's impending visit to a village in Westchester is set to make history. It will be the first time a sitting president has visited that municipality in over half a century. Biden will arrive in the county on Thursday afternoon, April 25, when he is scheduled to appear at a fundraising event in the village of Irvington-on-Hudson hosted by actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones.  According to Irvington Mayor Jon Siegel, a sitting president's appearance in the village is rare and has not happened since October 23, 1972, when President Richard …
Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley
Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley A Westchester man secured the win of a lifetime after claiming a $1 million Powerball prize.  Mamaroneck resident Thomas Lombardo claimed the million-dollar second prize after matching the first five Powerball numbers drawn on Sunday, Nov. 19, New York Lottery officials announced.  The winning numbers for that drawing were 03 19 21 40 48 with a Powerball number of 02.  After giving up the required tax withholdings, Lombardo received a one-time lump sum payment of $651,002, officials said.  As for where the winning ticket was bought, officials revealed th…
Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode
Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode The unsolved stabbing death of a 36-year-old postal worker at a Westchester residence is the subject of the latest episode of a weekly national true crime audio podcast series.  The newest episode of the true crime podcast "APB Cold Case," released on Wednesday, Jan. 10, focuses on the 2007 murder of 36-year-old Stephen Spina in Mamaroneck, which remains unsolved.  Earlier Report - Daughter Searches For Answers 10 Years After Father's Murder In Mamaroneck During the episode, listeners will get to hear from the case detective currently leading the investigation into…
ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train
ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train The identity has been released of a local resident who was killed after being struck by a Metro-North train near a station in Northern Westchester County. New, updated report: Update: Man Killed By Train In Northern Westchester Was Beloved Author Of 2 Novels The incident happened on Friday, Dec. 8 around 9 a.m., when the person on the tracks at Chappaqua station was struck by a Harlem Line train, according to a MTA spokesperson. On Saturday, Dec. 9, the MTA identified the person as 42-year-old David B. Gerrard, a resident of Chappaqua. As a result of the incident, Harlem Line trains …
ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train
ID Released For Hudson Valley Resident Struck, Killed By Metro-North Train The identity has been released of a person who was killed after being struck by a train at a station in New York. The incident happened around 2 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 6 in Westchester County when the man trespassing on tracks at the Port Chester station was struck by the Stamford-bound Metro-North  train on Track 3, according to an MTA spokesperson.  The man struck was later declared dead.  Early Thursday afternoon, Dec. 7, the MTA identified the man as 59-year-old Mamaroneck resident Gabriel Rocael Barrios. Original report: Person Fatally Struck By Train In West…
New Update: Police ID 20-Year-Old Victim Of Hudson Valley Crash New Update: Police ID 20-Year-Old Victim Of Hudson Valley Crash
New Update: Police ID 20-Year-Old Victim Of Hudson Valley Crash Police have identified the 20-year-old Westchester man who was killed in a violent crash that left his passenger in critical condition. The crash took place around 11:40 p.m., Monday, July 3 at 1420 West Boston Post Road (Route 1) in the town of Mamaroneck. The driver who was killed was Anthony Diosdado, a resident of New Rochelle. The front-seat passenger, Andy Romeo Fuentes, age 18, also of New Rochelle, remains in critical condition at Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, said Capt. James Maher, of the Town of Mamaroneck Police. Earlier report: New Update: 20-Year-Old Dead, 1…
Dutchess-Bound Recruits Graduate From Police Academy Dutchess-Bound Recruits Graduate From Police Academy
Dutchess-Bound Recruits Graduate From Police Academy After months of training, more than 60 new graduates of the Westchester Police Academy will soon begin serving communities throughout the Hudson Valley.  The 61 new officers graduated from the Westchester County Police Academy during a ceremony held on Friday, May 26 at the SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center.  There, they received their diplomas before a packed audience, marking the end of a rigorous 21 weeks of training that required them to master the physical and academic demands of the academy.  County Executive George Latimer, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins,…
Manhunt: 2 Men Stole Car, Submachine Gun Before Hours-Long Search In Hudson Valley, Police Say Manhunt: 2 Men Stole Car, Submachine Gun Before Hours-Long Search In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Manhunt: 2 Men Stole Car, Submachine Gun Before Hours-Long Search In Hudson Valley, Police Say Two Connecticut men, including one who was the subject of an hours-long manhunt in Westchester, face charges after stealing a vehicle, a submachine gun, and a semiautomatic handgun, police said. The incident began on Monday, April 24 around 1:30 p.m., when Westchester County Police were alerted that a stolen black Audi from Fairfield County was traveling near the border of Pelham and Mount Vernon, according to the department.  Earlier Report - Manhunt: Alert Resident Helps Cops Catch Suspicious Person After Hours-Long Scarsdale Search A County PD officer then found the car, which…
Man Gets Life In Jail For Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley Man Gets Life In Jail For Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley
Man Gets Life In Jail For Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley A man who shot and killed a mother of two inside her own home in Westchester County has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder.  Earlier Report - Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Tarrytown Cynell Brown, age 32, was sentenced to 25 years to life on Thursday, Jan. 12 for the 2018 murder of 34-year-old Jessica Wiltse of Tarrytown, according to Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah. On Feb. 27, 2018, around 7:10 a.m., Brown shot Wiltse twice and hit her chest and arm at her Tarrytown residence on White Plains Road. She was then …
It Began In A Basement: Medical Clinic Serving Dutchess County Celebrates 50 Years It Began In A Basement: Medical Clinic Serving Dutchess County Celebrates 50 Years
It Began In A Basement: Medical Clinic Serving Dutchess County Celebrates 50 Years A medical clinic in Northern Westchester that serves thousands of people across the Hudson Valley is celebrating its 50-year anniversary.  Open Door Medical Clinic, located in Ossining at 165 Main St., first opened in the fall of 1972 and currently serves more than 63,000 people in Westchester, Dutchess, Putnam, and Ulster counties, offering affordable services such as primary care, behavioral health, women’s health, dental care, and vision care, according to clinic officials.  The clinic began in the basement of downtown Ossining's First Baptist Church, first serving ar…
Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Hudson Valley Stop, Police Say Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Hudson Valley Stop, Police Say
Woman, Age 27, Faces Multiple Charges After Fleeing Attempted Hudson Valley Stop, Police Say A Connecticut woman is in trouble for leading authorities on a chase after they attempted to pull her over in Westchester County, police said.  On Monday, Nov. 28, around 8:45 a.m., police attempted to pull over a vehicle on Interstate 95 southbound in Rye for a traffic violation. After the vehicle failed to stop, a chase began, according to New York State Police.  The vehicle then eventually left I-95 at exit 18B in White Plains and briefly pulled over on the right shoulder before again driving off, police said. Police then stopped the pursuit when the vehicle entered the villag…
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations' New Hudson Valley Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations'
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations' A taste of Hawaii has arrived in the Hudson Valley. Westchester County eatery Pokémoto, located at 240 Main Street in White Plains, officially opened its doors in October 2022. It marked the company’s 29th location and first in New York, according to the restaurant’s website.  Those who have visited the Aloha State will no doubt recognize poke (pronounced POH-keh) as a native Hawaiian cuisine typically made up of diced fresh fish served over rice and topped with vegetables and sauces. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pokemoto® (…
Yes, Golf Course In Hudson Valley Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules Yes, Golf Course In Hudson Valley Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules
Yes, Golf Course In Hudson Valley Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules A Westchester County country club will once again be able to pursue permits to build 105 residences on its property, thanks to a court ruling.  In a ruling from the New York State Supreme Court from Thursday, Nov. 17, it was determined that the Hampshire Country Club in Mamaroneck can resume a decade-long effort to move forward with the project after it was denied by the village's Planning Board, according to the ruling.  According to the decision, the court found that the Planning Board's denial was illegal and motivated by an already-existing desire for a negative result.  …
'Safety, Resiliency': $60.5M In Hudson Valley Bridge Upgrade Projects Completed 'Safety, Resiliency': $60.5M In Hudson Valley Bridge Upgrade Projects Completed
'Safety, Resiliency': $60.5M In Hudson Valley Bridge Upgrade Projects Completed Two major bridge upgrade projects totaling $60.5 million in the Hudson Valley have been successfully completed.  According to an announcement by the New York Department of Transportation on Monday, Nov. 21, the two upgrade projects include:  A $48 million replacement of a bridge in Mount Vernon that carries East Lincoln Avenue over the Hutchinson River Parkway and Hutchinson River;  A $12.5 million project in Orange County that replaced one bridge and rehabilitated three others in Wawayanda that carry Interstate 84 over the Monhagen Creek and McVeigh Road.&nbs…
Former Fire Chief Of Department In Hudson Valley Dies At 55 Former Fire Chief Of Department In Hudson Valley Dies At 55
Former Fire Chief Of Department In Hudson Valley Dies At 55 A man who was once the fire chief of a department in Westchester County has died.  Brian Payne of Larchmont died on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the age of 55, according to his obituary.  Payne, a longtime member of the Larchmont Fire Department from 1989 to 2007, served as Chief from 2001 to 2004, and was also a committed member of the Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department from 2007 until his death, his obituary said. Payne enjoyed the sense of camaraderie that came with volunteering, according to his obituary.  "He loved the sense of community of both departments, and in learni…
Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley
Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Hudson Valley After a four-week trial, a man faces life in prison after being found guilty of fatally shooting a Westchester County woman in an incident that led to school lockdowns.  Earlier Report - New Charges In Woman's Fatal Shooting That Caused School Lockdowns Cynell Brown, age 32, was convicted of the 2018 murder of 34-year-old Jessica Wiltse of Tarrytown on Wednesday, Nov. 16, according to Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah.  On Feb. 27, 2018, around 7:10 a.m., Brown shot Wiltse twice in her chest and arm with a .45 caliber semi-automatic pistol at h…
Hudson Valley Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say Hudson Valley Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say
Hudson Valley Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say A convenience store in Westchester County is facing legal trouble for selling "dangerous and illegal products," police said.  The Mamaroneck Convenience Store, located at 311 Mamaroneck Ave., has been summonsed for selling products containing THC and CBD, according to an announcement by Mamaroneck Village Police from Saturday, Nov. 5.  Police began investigating the store after hearing complaints from parents, business owners, and community members that illegal products were being sold to young teenagers, authorities said.  The illegal products sold included:  Marijua…
Former HS Principal In Hudson Valley 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies Former HS Principal In Hudson Valley 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies
Former HS Principal In Hudson Valley 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies A beloved educator and coach from Northern Westchester known for making a lasting impression on his students has died.  Joseph Troy of Somers died on Thursday, Nov. 3 at the age of 83, according to his obituary.  Born in 1939 in New York City, Troy graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Barrytown in 1957 and earned his bachelor's degree in Biology at Catholic University in 1962 as well as his master’s degree in Education and Doctoral Studies from New York University, his obituary said.  Troy then continued his career in education at Pleasantville Hi…
Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Hudson Valley Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Hudson Valley
Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Hudson Valley A new Westchester County bake shop specializing in custom cookies has opened its doors to customers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth.  On Saturday, Oct. 29, Steph's Cookie Bakeshop, located in Mamaroneck at 605 East Boston Post Rd. (Route 1), celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting, giveaways, and face painting, according to a post from the store.  The shop sells cookies of all sizes with decorative frosting, and also makes custom cookies with personalized decorations, according to the store's website.  The cookie shop was started by Stephanie Broderick, …
23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Who Died Of Overdose Had Been Shot Days Earlier, Police Say 23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Who Died Of Overdose Had Been Shot Days Earlier, Police Say
23-Year-Old Hudson Valley Man Who Died Of Overdose Had Been Shot Days Earlier, Police Say A Westchester County man who died of a drug overdose was also previously involved in a shooting before his death, according to police. On Tuesday, Oct. 25 around 5 p.m., Mamaroneck Village Police responded to an apartment at 604 Tompkins Ave. where they found a 23-year-old man who had died of a drug overdose, police said. After more investigation, police discovered the man had suffered a gunshot wound to his left shoulder in a shooting that happened in White Plains on Friday, Oct. 21, according to Mamaroneck Village Police. The shooting was unrelated to the overdose, police said. …
Netflix's 'The Watcher' Was Films In Hudson Valley Netflix's 'The Watcher' Was Films In Hudson Valley
Netflix's 'The Watcher' Was Films In Hudson Valley Updated story - New Details: $6.28 Million Westchester Home Used To Film Netflix's 'The Watcher,' Report Says A new Netflix show, "The Watcher," was filmed in Westchester County despite its storyline taking place in New Jersey, the CTInsider reports.  The show, which was released on Thursday, Oct. 13, is based on a real-life family that began receiving threatening letters from an unknown person after moving to their dream home, according to the CTInsider.  The main house used for the series is located in the city of Rye on Warriston Lane, which was used in addition to a …
Hudson Valley Man Wins $3M Lottery Prize Hudson Valley Man Wins $3M Lottery Prize
Hudson Valley Man Wins $3M Lottery Prize A Westchester County resident has claimed a $3 million scratch-off prize. Thomas Lombardo, of Mamaroneck, won a top prize from the X Series: 50X scratch-off game, New York Lottery announced on Friday, Oct. 14. Lombardo received his prize as a single, lump-sum payment of $1,640,520 after required withholdings, the lottery said. The winning ticket was purchased at Stop & Shop, which is located at 1326 Old Post Road in Larchmont, the NY Lottery said.
Man Accused Of Driving Drunk At More Than Twice Legal Limit In Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Driving Drunk At More Than Twice Legal Limit In Hudson Valley
Man Accused Of Driving Drunk At More Than Twice Legal Limit In Hudson Valley A 32-year-old man was charged after police said he drove in Westchester County while intoxicated at more than two times the legal limit. Troopers stopped a vehicle for vehicle and traffic violations on I-95 in Mamaroneck at about 1:50 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 11, New York State Police reported. The driver, identified as John Figueroa, of the Bronx, was found to be intoxicated and was arrested, authorities said.  Police said Figueroa's BAC tested as 0.18 percent. Figueroa was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated, and he was released to a sober third party with an a…
Hudson Valley Resident Known As 'Devoted Family Man, Friend' Dies At Age 41 Hudson Valley Resident Known As 'Devoted Family Man, Friend' Dies At Age 41
Hudson Valley Resident Known As 'Devoted Family Man, Friend' Dies At Age 41 A Westchester County resident who was known as a devoted father, husband, and friend has died at the age of 41. Enda Corcoran, of Mamaroneck, died on Friday, Sept. 9, according to his obituary.  He was born to Marie Brophy and the late John Corcoran in Tullamore, Ireland, and eventually found his way to Riverdale, New York, his obituary said. "Not the quiet type, Enda became a fixture in the Irish community," his obituary reads. "Whether it was his quick banter, amazing dancing skills, or his ability to fix anything regarding a car, Enda is not one to be forgotten." He is survived b…
Popular Restaurant Holds Grand Opening Of New Location In Hudson Valley Popular Restaurant Holds Grand Opening Of New Location In Hudson Valley
Popular Restaurant Holds Grand Opening Of New Location In Hudson Valley A popular restaurant in Westchester County is reopening at a brand-new location. Harbour Fish Restaurant will hold the grand opening of its new Mamaroneck location at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 14. The seafood restaurant, which was founded in 2018, has moved to 576 Mamaroneck Ave., the former location of Il Castello.  The owners announced plans to move from their previous location at 154 Mamaroneck Ave. in the middle of April. "We are looking forward to serving steaks, seafood, and pasta in a full-service dining room," the business said at the time.  The restaurant's menu…
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Worker At Red Roof Inn Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Worker At Red Roof Inn
Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Worker At Red Roof Inn A Westchester County man has been accused of exposing himself to an employee at a hotel on Long Island. Officers responded to the Red Roof Inn located in East Garden City at 699 Dibblee Drive at around 12:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 4 for a report of a 33-year-old female employee who was approached by a male occupant who exposed himself while touching his genitals, Nassau County Police said.  As the victim attempted to provide the cleaning service to his hotel room, the male subject grabbed the victim’s wrist and tried to pull her into the room, police said.  The victim was able to fle…
3 Massage Parlors In Hudson Valley Closed Due To Prostitution 3 Massage Parlors In Hudson Valley Closed Due To Prostitution
3 Massage Parlors In Hudson Valley Closed Due To Prostitution Three massage parlors were busted for offering prostitution services to undercover officers during an investigation in Westchester, police said. The parlors were busted in Larchmont and Mamaroneck on Wednesday, August 10. The investigation was undertaken after both departments received a tip from a local resident, said Larchmont Poice Chief Chris McNerney. "Investigators found individuals at all locations that did knowingly and unlawfully purport themselves as licensed massage therapists without the requisite state licenses, and several locations where individuals did offer …
Man Stabbed In Hudson Valley Walks Into Police Station For Help Man Stabbed In Hudson Valley Walks Into Police Station For Help
Man Stabbed In Hudson Valley Walks Into Police Station For Help A person who had been stabbed in the chest entered a Westchester Police Station to report the crime. The incident took place in the village of Mamaroneck around 6:30 p.m., Monday, Aug. 1. Police say an 18-year-old male victim entered the village of Mamaroneck Police Department lobby with a stab wound to his chest, said Det. Lt. P.J. Trujillo.  Officers immediately rendered aid to the victim and requested an ambulance, Trujillo said. The victim was transported to the hospital for further medical treatment. Currently, his injuries do not appear to be life-threatening, po…
Woman With Previous DWI Conviction Accused Of Driving Intoxicated In Hudson Valley Woman With Previous DWI Conviction Accused Of Driving Intoxicated In Hudson Valley
Woman With Previous DWI Conviction Accused Of Driving Intoxicated In Hudson Valley A 28-year-old woman is facing a felony charge after police said she drove while intoxicated in Westchester County after a previous DWI conviction. Troopers stopped a vehicle on I-95 in Mamaroneck for a vehicle and traffic violation at about 10:10 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, according to New York State Police. Police said the driver, identified as Demi Torres, of New Rochelle, was found to be intoxicated. She refused to submit a breath test to determine the alcohol content in her system when she was taken into police custody, State Police reported. Authorities said Torres has a previous DWI …
Multiple Agencies Respond To Hazmat Situation At Costco In Hudson Valley Multiple Agencies Respond To Hazmat Situation At Costco In Hudson Valley
Multiple Agencies Respond To Hazmat Situation At Costco In Hudson Valley Multiple agencies responded to a "hazmat incident" at a Costco in Westchester County. Firefighters received a report of smoke in the Costco located in Port Chester at 1 Westchester Ave. at about 2:10 p.m. on Monday, June 20, according to the Port Chester Police Department. Authorities determined that the smoke wasn't from a fire, but that there was a large freon leak on the second floor of the building, the fire department reported. The cause of the leak remains under investigation, officials said. Units from Rye Brook, Purchase, the town and village of Mamaroneck, Rye, Valhalla, and Port…
Four Busted For Stolen Auto, Injuring Officers In Hudson Valley, Police Say Four Busted For Stolen Auto, Injuring Officers In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Four Busted For Stolen Auto, Injuring Officers In Hudson Valley, Police Say Two officers were injured after wanted suspects in an allegedly stolen SUV rammed a police vehicle in an attempt to flee on I-95 in Westchester in a stolen vehicle, officials announced. In New Rochelle, police Capt. J. Collins Coyne said that detectives spotted a Toyota Highlander with no license plates driving at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 2 in a neighborhood on the southwest side of the city. According to Coyne, when detectives attempted to stop the driver, he proceeded to flee onto I-95, though they were able to follow the suspects undetected until exiting the roadway in M…