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18-Year-Old NYer Projected To Be First Pick In NHL Draft Now On Worldwide Stage 18-Year-Old NYer Projected To Be First Pick In NHL Draft Now On Worldwide Stage
18-Year-Old NYer Projected To Be First Pick In NHL Draft Now On Worldwide Stage A native New Yorker projected to be the first pick in this year's National Hockey League is displaying his talents on a worldwide stage. Long Island resident James Hagens had two goals and two assists on Thursday, Dec. 26 as Team USA opened play at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Championships with a 10-4 win over Germany in front of over 13,000 fans in Ottawa, Ontario. Hagens' second goal, which he fired in from the slot, gave Team USA a 4-2 lead with six minutes to go in the second period. Hagens, who plays center, had the primary assist on the team's sec…
Westchester's Blake Lively Sues 'It Ends With Us' Co-Star Justin Baldoni For Sexual Harassment Westchester's Blake Lively Sues 'It Ends With Us' Co-Star Justin Baldoni For Sexual Harassment
Westchester's Blake Lively Sues 'It Ends With Us' Co-Star Justin Baldoni For Sexual Harassment Blake Lively is suing "It Ends with Us" co-star and director Justin Baldoni, alleging sexual harassment and "severe emotional distress," according to multiple reports. The lawsuit, obtained by TMZ, follows months of reports about behind-the-scenes tension during the production of the film, an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, which was spotted filming in Hoboken, NJ. Lively, age 37, claims the 40-year-old Baldoni created an inappropriate work environment, including discussing cast members' genitalia, past sexual behavior, and making comments about her weight and late father,…
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings
This Is Lone US Locale To Make Top 10 Of World's Best Cities In New Rankings Moving On Up: Here's Where NYC Ranks Among World's Best Cities New York City has made significant progress in a new list of the world's best cities.  The 2024 Top 100 City Destinations Index, published by Euromonitor International, ranks global cities based on tourism performance, sustainability, and economic strength. While Paris retained its crown as the top city, New York City climbed higher on the list, continuing to cement its place as a top global destination. It was ranked 10th last year, and is now at No. 6. The Top 10 cities in the rankings include: No. 1: Paris. No. 2: Ma…
Westchester Native Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock Westchester Native Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock
Westchester Native Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno is again making headlines for an accident that left him bruised and battered, according to reports.  Leno, age 74, a native New Yorker who grew up in Massachusetts, is recovering from injuries sustained from falling down a 60-foot hill and hitting a rock while trying to make his way to a restaurant in Pennsylvania, the comedian told TMZ in an interview on Tuesday, Nov. 19.  In his interview with the outlet, Leno, seen with an eyepatch and bruised face, explained that he had been trying to take a shortcut to the restaurant from his hotel about 30 m…
'Queen Of Christmas' Mariah Carey's Holiday Tour Stopping In NY: Here's When, Where 'Queen Of Christmas' Mariah Carey's Holiday Tour Stopping In NY: Here's When, Where
'Queen Of Christmas' Mariah Carey's Holiday Tour Stopping In NY: Here's When, Where Get ready, lambs. Mariah Claus is comin’ to town. The oft-proclaimed queen of Christmas herself, singing superstar Mariah Carey, will hit several arenas across the Northeast on her holiday tour, dubbed “Mariah Carey’s Christmas Time.” A celebration of the 30th anniversary of her wildly successful “Merry Christmas” album and its megahit single, “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” the tour will visit 20 cities across the country. The show is produced by Live Nation and features Carey’s “timeless holiday classics alongside fan-favorite chart-toppers promising an unforgettable festive experienc…
Lawsuit Alleges Westchester's Sean Combs Sexually Assaulted 10-Year-Old: Report Lawsuit Alleges Westchester's Sean Combs Sexually Assaulted 10-Year-Old: Report
Lawsuit Alleges Westchester's Sean Combs Sexually Assaulted 10-Year-Old: Report The latest lawsuits filed against hip-hop mogul and New York native Sean Combs are accusing him of sexually assaulting both a 10-year-old and a 17-year-old boy in separate incidents, according to reports.  The two civil lawsuits were filed against Combs on Monday, Oct. 28, according to a report by ABC News. The outlet reported that the first of the lawsuits alleges that the parents of a 10-year-old boy beginning a music career brought him to New York from Los Angeles to meet with Combs so he could meet people in the industry. Once there, Combs allegedly told the family's consultan…
Dodgers Co-Owner Lists Mansion Near LI Sound For $19M, Includes Batting Cage, Bowling Alley Dodgers Co-Owner Lists Mansion Near LI Sound For $19M, Includes Batting Cage, Bowling Alley
Dodgers Co-Owner Lists Mansion Near LI Sound For $19M, Includes Batting Cage, Bowling Alley While Todd Boehly, co-owner of the Dodgers, cheers on his team in Los Angeles in Game 1 of the World Series against the Yankees on Friday, Oct. 25, real estate agents on the other side of the country will be working to sell his Fairfield County estate near the Long Island Sound.  The 51-year-old billionaire investor and media mogul has put his 10,000-square-foot Darien mansion on the market for $19 million, and the nearly 90-year-old home comes with all of the modern-day amenities you'd expect from a sports lover.  Related: Former New Canaan Home Of Paul Simon, Richard…
Westchester Man Posing As Attorney Scams Thousands From Victim, Police Say Westchester Man Posing As Attorney Scams Thousands From Victim, Police Say
Westchester Man Posing As Attorney Scams Thousands From Victim, Police Say A man from the region has been accused of posing as an attorney and targeting victims, including one he allegedly scammed out of thousands of dollars. The New York State Police have reported that an investigation has revealed that Northern Westchester County resident David Karaca, 56, of Somers, impersonated a lawyer in a virtual Alcoholics Anonymous group based in Los Angeles.  Karaca, also known as David Radcliffe and David Corazza, defrauded a victim of $7,500 for legal fees despite not being a licensed attorney, said police. Karaca has been charged with grand larceny, a Class…
'Dawson's Creek' Actor With Ties To Region Dies At 51 'Dawson's Creek' Actor With Ties To Region Dies At 51
'Dawson's Creek' Actor With Ties To Region Dies At 51 An actor with ties to the region who was known for roles on several popular television shows such as "Dawson's Creek" is being remembered for his enduring positivity following a battle against an eating disorder.  Actor Obi Ndefo died on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at the age of 51 after a long illness, his sister Nkem Ndefo announced in a social media post on Monday, Sept. 2.  "Tragically, Obi’s heart gave out in his longstanding battle against the eating disorder orthorexia," Nkem Ndefo wrote in a post on X, adding, "As his family, we share this news to bring attention to …
Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Subject Of New Federal Criminal Investigation: Report Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Subject Of New Federal Criminal Investigation: Report
Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Subject Of New Federal Criminal Investigation: Report A federal criminal investigation is focusing on well-known hip-hop artist and longtime New Yorker Sean "Diddy" Combs, according to a report by NBC.  Combs, a 54-year-old New York City native who grew up in Westchester County in Mount Vernon, was told that he is a focus of an ongoing criminal investigation being conducted by federal authorities in the Southern District of New York, NBC reported.  The outlet added that as part of the probe, a federal grand jury is hearing evidence. There is nothing to suggest that charges are coming, though.  Combs has not received a lett…
Look Who's Coming Back: Dan Hurley Spurns Lucrative LA Lakers' Offer To Stay With UConn Look Who's Coming Back: Dan Hurley Spurns Lucrative LA Lakers' Offer To Stay With UConn
Look Who's Coming Back: Dan Hurley Spurns Lucrative LA Lakers' Offer To Stay With UConn UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley has turned down a jaw-dropping offer from the Los Angeles Lakers and will stay to pursue a third straight national title, according to multiple news reports. Related: UConn's Dan Hurley Could Be LA Lakers' Next Coach The Lakers had dangled a $70 million offer in front of the 51-year-old Hurley, which sent him to Los Angeles last week to meet with team brass, news sources reported. The offer would have made Hurley one of the NBA's highest-paid coaches, said Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN on X.  It would have also allowed him to work with the …
Late Westchester Native Paul Reubens' Hollywood Playhouse With 'Catio' Hits Market For $5M Late Westchester Native Paul Reubens' Hollywood Playhouse With 'Catio' Hits Market For $5M
Late Westchester Native Paul Reubens' Hollywood Playhouse With 'Catio' Hits Market For $5M Pee-wee Herman’s Hollywood playhouse could be yours if the price is right. The longtime Los Angeles home of late New York native Paul Reubens, born in Northern Westchester in Peekskill, was listed for just under $5 million. Perched high above the city’s Los Feliz neighborhood, the mid-century ranch hideaway, built in 1957, boasts over 2,900 square feet of living space situated on 1.44 acres. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Earlier Report: Peekskill's Paul Reubens, aka 'Pee-Wee Herman,' Dies While there’s no talking furniture or robots in sight, buyers will find breathtak…
Chilean Ring Used NJ Digs To Stash Loot From Home Burglaries In Westchester, Elsewhere: Feds Chilean Ring Used NJ Digs To Stash Loot From Home Burglaries In Westchester, Elsewhere: Feds
Chilean Ring Used NJ Digs To Stash Loot From Home Burglaries In Westchester, Elsewhere: Feds Six Chilean nationals who burglarized homes in multiple states were recorded on video stashing a huge safe and other items stolen in the break-ins in a Jersey City apartment building, authorities said. The crew took pearl necklaces, diamond earrings, a distinctive high school “state champions” ring, and other jewelry during the burglary of a Westchester County, NY, residence in late March, an FBI complaint says. The same burglars struck again in Baltimore County, MD, in mid-April, taking luxury timepieces, distinctive cufflinks, and a safe that contained a collection of rare coins, the comp…
Westchester's Chazz Palminteri Bringing 'Bronx Tale' One-Man Show To Area Theaters Westchester's Chazz Palminteri Bringing 'Bronx Tale' One-Man Show To Area Theaters
Westchester's Chazz Palminteri Bringing 'Bronx Tale' One-Man Show To Area Theaters Beloved actor Chazz Palminteri is again bringing his acclaimed one-man show, "A Bronx Tale," to theaters in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts.  Palminteri, age 72, originally premiered "A Bronx Tale" as a one-man play in Los Angeles in 1989. Since then, the show has been turned into a feature film with the help of famed actor Robert DeNiro, as well as a musical that opened in 2016.  Now, Palminteri, a lifelong New York and Bronx native who currently lives in Northern Westchester County in the town of Bedford, is once again bringing the original one-man show to the…
Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces New Sexual Abuse Allegation: Report Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces New Sexual Abuse Allegation: Report
Westchester's Sean 'Diddy' Combs Faces New Sexual Abuse Allegation: Report Following several previous accusations, well-known hip-hop artist and longtime New Yorker Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing a new lawsuit filed by a former model who claims the producer sexually assaulted her, according to reports.  CNN reports that former model Crystal McKinney, the winner of MTV's 1998 Model Mission competition show, filed the latest lawsuit against Combs, a 54-year-old New York City native who grew up in Westchester County in Mount Vernon, on Tuesday, May 21. McKinney alleges that Combs drugged and sexually assaulted her in 2003 following a Men's Fashion Week event in New Yor…
Westchester Native Sean Combs Accused Of Sexually Harassing, Drugging Male Producer: Reports Westchester Native Sean Combs Accused Of Sexually Harassing, Drugging Male Producer: Reports
Westchester Native Sean Combs Accused Of Sexually Harassing, Drugging Male Producer: Reports Successful hip-hop artist and New York native Sean Combs, who is also known as "Puff Daddy," "P. Diddy," and "Diddy," is being sued by a producer on his latest album who is accusing him of sexual harassment, according to numerous reports.  The lawsuit against Combs, a Westchester County native from Mount Vernon, was filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday, Feb. 26, and accuses the artist and producer of sexually harassing, threatening, and drugging producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones, according to a report by NBC News.  According to the outlet, J…
Hiltons Selling NY Estate With 8 Bathrooms, 3 Fireplaces For $15M Hiltons Selling NY Estate With 8 Bathrooms, 3 Fireplaces For $15M
Hiltons Selling NY Estate With 8 Bathrooms, 3 Fireplaces For $15M This impressive Long Island estate could be a hotel of its own. Rick and Kathy Hilton have listed their Southampton mansion – located in the hamlet of Water Mill at 9 Fordune Drive – for $15 million. The Hilton Hotels heir and former “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star purchased the 10,500-square-foot residence, complete with six bedrooms and eight bathrooms, in 1999 for nearly $2.4 million, The Wall Street Journal reports.  The entryway at 9 Fordune Drive in Water Mill. The Corcoran Group Situated on 2.7 acres, the home is billed as “quintessential Hamptons grandeur,” acc…
Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of College In Westchester Win Big Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of College In Westchester Win Big
Grammy Awards: Graduate, Faculty Members Of College In Westchester Win Big A graduate and two faculty members from a college in Westchester are among the winners of the 2024 GRAMMY Awards.  Purchase College alum Samara Joy as well as faculty members Nicole Zuraitis and Silas Brown each took home awards during the ceremony, held on Sunday, Feb. 4 in Los Angeles, California.  Joy, who graduated from Purchase in 2021, won her third award for Best Jazz Performance for her song "Tight," which she self-produced. This is not her first rodeo, as Joy also won Best New Artist and Best New Jazz Vocal Album in 2023.  Zuraitis, a Lectur…
Connecticut Native Norman Lear, Iconic Sitcom Producer, Dies Connecticut Native Norman Lear, Iconic Sitcom Producer, Dies
Connecticut Native Norman Lear, Iconic Sitcom Producer, Dies Legendary television producer Norman Lear died after a lifetime of laughter surrounded by family on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at his home in Los Angeles of natural causes, according to his obituary. He was 101 years old. Lear, known for creating such iconic situation comedies as "All In the Family," and "Maude," was born in Connecticut in 1922 in New Haven, the eldest child of Jeanette and Hyman "Herman" Lear, a traveling salesman. He grew up in a Jewish household. When Lear was 9 years old and living in Massachusetts with his family in Chelsea in Suffolk County, his father went to prison…
Hudson Valley's Own Emma Roberts Accused Of Transphobia On Set Of 'American Horror Story' Hudson Valley's Own Emma Roberts Accused Of Transphobia On Set Of 'American Horror Story'
Hudson Valley's Own Emma Roberts Accused Of Transphobia On Set Of 'American Horror Story' Actress Emma Roberts is accused of mistreating a transgender co-star on the set of her hit show, “American Horror Story.” During an Instagram Live session on Tuesday, Sept.19, actress Angelica Ross, who is a transgender woman, accused Roberts of making transphobic comments in 2018, during filming of the show’s ninth season, “1984.” According to Ross, Roberts jokingly told another actor, John Carroll Lynch, that Ross was “being mean” to her, to which Lynch replied, “Okay ladies, that’s enough, let’s get back to work.” That’s when Roberts, according to Ross, replied with “Don’t you mean lady…
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost
Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie Comes To AMC Theaters: Here's What Tickets Cost Couldn't get tickets to see Taylor Swift's The Era Tour in person? You're very much not alone. But don't worry, Swifties, there's a way to experience the pop culture juggernaut. "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" will be premiering at AMC Theatres starting on Friday, Oct. 13 (obviously) with tickets going on sale Thursday, Aug. 31. Showtimes will run from Thursdays to Sundays.  Standard showings are priced at $19.89 (cute!) for adults and $13.13 for seniors and children (of course).  The concert film, which will run 2 hours and 45 minutes long (or short),  will use footage …
Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity
Cross Country For A Cause: Skateboarder From NY Riding 3,000 Miles For Charity Chad Caruso isn’t in the habit of listening to naysayers. The 36-year-old Long Island resident, who grew up in Lindenhurst, didn’t listen when they told him not to drop out of high school as a teenager. Nor did he listen when friends, including a few girlfriends, told him that adults can’t skateboard. So it came as no surprise to those around Caruso when he decided to press on with his plan to take his one true passion in life - skateboarding - and do the unthinkable: ride his board across the United States from coast to coast. Skate across America 🇺🇸 Day 1 Solid day. Really happy wi…
'Everything Everywhere All At Once': Mitski, Grad Of College In Westchester, Gets Oscar Nod 'Everything Everywhere All At Once': Mitski, Grad Of College In Westchester, Gets Oscar Nod
'Everything Everywhere All At Once': Mitski, Grad Of College In Westchester, Gets Oscar Nod Popular singer-songwriter Mitski, who graduated from a college in Westchester County, has received an Oscar nomination for an original song she helped work on.  The Oscar nod was awarded for the song "This Is A Life," which was featured in the movie "Everything Everywhere All At Once" and was collaborated on by Mitski, Talking Heads singer David Byrne, and the band Son Lux.  The tune was nominated for Best Original Song.  Mitski, who graduated from Purchase College in 2013 after studying studio composition and recorded her first two albums as projects for the school, wa…
Roadway In Region Named First, Third Most Congested In US, Report Says Roadway In Region Named First, Third Most Congested In US, Report Says
Roadway In Region Named First, Third Most Congested In US, Report Says Those used to sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic during rush hour on a busy roadway in the region might feel validated by the results of a new study.  According to new findings released by the transportation analytics firm INRIX, in Connecticut, I-95 south in Stamford between the Sherwood Island Connector and Indian Field Road is the most congested road in the US, and I-95 north in the same stretch is the country's third most congested road.  The findings come from the firm's 2022 Global Traffic Scorecard, which identifies and ranks congestion and mobility trends i…
'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Westchester's Best 'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Westchester's Best
'Amazingly Good Food': New Mexican Restaurant Cited As One Of Westchester's Best A restaurant in Northern Westchester is continuing to receive rave reviews from visitors, who are saying it has some of the best Mexican food in the area.  Earlier Report - Brand-New Mount Kisco Restaurant Cited For Top-Quality Ingredients, Delicious Dishes Mexican Fiesta Taqueria, which opened in September 2022 and is located in Mount Kisco at 360 North Bedford Rd. (Route 117), is known for dishes such as tacos, burritos, nachos, and taco salads that are made with an authentic touch.  Visitors of the restaurant said online that they were amazed by the quality of the re…
Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees
Aaron Judge Signs 9-Year, $360M Contract To Stay With Yankees Just months after breaking the American League single-season home-run record, star outfielder Aaron Judge has signed a nine-year, $360 million contract to stay with the New York Yankees, according to multiple reports. If you're scoring at home, that's $40 million per season, the second-largest contract in Major League Baseball history. The 30-year-old Judge hit 62 home runs this past season, breaking the league record of 61 established by Roger Maris in 1961. There had been speculation that Judge, a California native, might sign with the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, or San Di…
Westchester Native Jay Leno Jokes About Himself In Stand-Up Return After Burn Injuries (Video) Westchester Native Jay Leno Jokes About Himself In Stand-Up Return After Burn Injuries (Video)
Westchester Native Jay Leno Jokes About Himself In Stand-Up Return After Burn Injuries (Video) Former late night king Jay Leno is already back on stage following his 10-day hospital stint for severe burns he suffered in a garage fire. The 72-year-old former Tonight Show host and New York native performed a one hour stand-up comedy show for a sold-out crowd at a Los Angeles-area club on Sunday, Nov. 27, Cracked reports.  Previous Report: New Rochelle Native Jay Leno Seen In First Photo Since Suffering Serious Burns In Gasoline Fire Addressing reporters before the show, Leno made a few jokes about himself. “We’ve got two shows tonight - regular and extra crispy,” he said. “I never t…
Westchester Native Jay Leno Seen In First Photo Since Suffering Serious Burns In Gasoline Fire Westchester Native Jay Leno Seen In First Photo Since Suffering Serious Burns In Gasoline Fire
Westchester Native Jay Leno Seen In First Photo Since Suffering Serious Burns In Gasoline Fire Funnyman Jay Leno is on the mend after undergoing surgery for serious burns to his face suffered in a gasoline fire. The 72-year-old former Tonight Show host and New York native was released from a Los Angeles-area burn center on Monday, Nov. 21, more than a week after he was hospitalized with third-degree burns to his hands, chest, and left side of his face, People reports.  Earlier Report: Westchester Native Jay Leno Suffers 'Serious' Burns In Car Fire, Report Says The fire broke out at around 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12, inside the garage where Leno stores his multi-million dollar col…
Westchester Native Jay Leno Suffers 'Serious' Burns In Car Fire, Report Says Westchester Native Jay Leno Suffers 'Serious' Burns In Car Fire, Report Says
Westchester Native Jay Leno Suffers 'Serious' Burns In Car Fire, Report Says Legendary late-night TV host Jay Leno is hospitalized after suffering serious burns to his face, TMZ reports. The 72-year-old comic was injured Sunday, Nov. 13, inside the Los Angeles garage where he stores his multi-million-dollar collection of cars and motorcycles, the outlet reports. One of the cars erupted into flames, burning the left side of Leno’s face, according to TMZ, which added that flames did not penetrate his eye or his ear. Leno, a New York native who grew up in the Boston area, is undergoing treatment at a burn center and has canceled all engagements for the remainder of …
Popular Pizzeria In Hartsdale Drawing Diners From Near, Far Popular Pizzeria In Hartsdale Drawing Diners From Near, Far
Popular Pizzeria In Hartsdale Drawing Diners From Near, Far A pizza place in the middle of Westchester County is garnering rave reviews from patrons from across the region -- and even the nation -- for its unique pies.  Pizza Domo, located in Hartsdale at 1 South Central Ave. (Route 100), is known for menu items such as a variety of pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, calzones, salads, and more, according to the restaurant's website.  Earlier Report - New Pizzeria Quickly Making A Mark In Westchester One popular pizza made by the restaurant, which opened in early 2022, is the Gran Mama's Pizza, which features fresh mozzarella, marinara s…
Reported Illnesses Lead To Recall Of Lentil-Based Product, FDA Says Reported Illnesses Lead To Recall Of Lentil-Based Product, FDA Says
Reported Illnesses Lead To Recall Of Lentil-Based Product, FDA Says A United States Food & Drug Administration investigation is ongoing after officials received hundreds of reports of consumers getting sick after eating a lentil-based product. The FDA, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and other agencies are investigating complaints from consumers about gastrointestinal illness and abnormal liver function that could be related to eating Daily Harvest French Lentil & Leek Crumbles frozen product, according to an FDA report.  As of Thursday, July 14, the FDA has received 277 reports and consumer complaints about the product, which&…