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Gotham Meets Westchester: 'The Penguin' Filmed In County Earns Golden Globe Nods Gotham Meets Westchester: 'The Penguin' Filmed In County Earns Golden Globe Nods
Gotham Meets Westchester: 'The Penguin' Filmed In County Earns Golden Globe Nods Westchester has another claim to Hollywood-related fame: several scenes for HBO's "The Penguin," which is now nominated for several Golden Globes, were filmed within the county.  The miniseries, a spinoff of the 2022 film "The Batman," was revealed to have been nominated for three Golden Globes on Monday, Dec. 9.  Several scenes for the show, which centers on iconic Batman villain The Penguin (otherwise known as Oswald "Oz" Cobb), were filmed within the city of Yonkers, parts of which were turned into "Gotham City," according to Mayor Mike Spano.  Some of these filming locat…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Jeopardy! Showdown: Navy Vet Dave Bond Blitzes Long Island, New Jersey Contestants Jeopardy! Showdown: Navy Vet Dave Bond Blitzes Long Island, New Jersey Contestants
Jeopardy! Showdown: Navy Vet Dave Bond Blitzes Long Island, New Jersey Contestants Clue: This New Yorker came out on top in Thursday's tri-state area Jeopardy! showdown between contestants from Long Island, upstate New York, and New Jersey. Who is West Henrietta native Dave Bond? The US Navy vet who works as a freelance researcher easily topped New Jersey business support analyst Lisa DiLeo and two-time returning champion Stevie Ruiz, a Montauk resident who claimed nearly $36,000 during a short-lived run this week on the beloved quiz show. Bond got off to a quick start and never slowed down, though he trailed the defending champion when they went into the first break, af…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Tri-State 'Jeopardy!' Showdown: NJ, NY Contestants Will Battle It Out Tonight Tri-State 'Jeopardy!' Showdown: NJ, NY Contestants Will Battle It Out Tonight
Tri-State 'Jeopardy!' Showdown: NJ, NY Contestants Will Battle It Out Tonight A fierce tri-state "Jeopardy!" rivalry will take place Thursday night, Dec. 5 Garwood, NJ native Lisa DiLeo will face off against two-time defending "Jeopardy!" champion Stevie Ruiz from Long Island and retired grant writer Dave Bond from West Henrietta, NY. DiLeo, 56, a business support analyst, will make her "Jeopardy!" debut, aiming to dethrone Ruiz, whose two-day winnings are nearing $36,000.  Ruiz, who is making his third appearance, recently defeated Maryland minister Kimberley Debus ($3,000) and retiree Gloria Nastas from Michigan ($2,000) in Wednesday's episode. Wheel…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Fox News Personality, Surgeon Who Was Born In Westchester Dies At 45 Fox News Personality, Surgeon Who Was Born In Westchester Dies At 45
Fox News Personality, Surgeon Who Was Born In Westchester Dies At 45 A surgeon and Westchester County, NY native from New Jersey who became popular for her numerous television appearances has died after a battle with cancer.  Kelly Powers, who was known for appearing on Fox News television programs like "Fox & Friends" and "The Willis Report," died on Sunday, Dec. 1 at the age of 45 after a battle with glioblastoma, a deadly form of brain cancer. Born in Yonkers before later becoming a resident of Colts Neck, New Jersey, Powers graduated from the Academy of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in White Plains before attending Baruch College in …

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Big Change Set For Christmas TV Classic 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer' This Week Big Change Set For Christmas TV Classic 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer' This Week
Big Change Set For Christmas TV Classic 'Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer' This Week The iconic Christmas TV classic "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" will return to its originating network for the first time in a half-century after its debut 60 years ago. On Dec. 6, 1964, the Rankin-Bass Animated Entertainment hour-long claymation special debuted on NBC. But after a 10-year run, CBS acquired rights. Now, NBC has reacquired the rights, and will broadcast the nostalgic show exactly 60 years after its initial airing -- at 8 p.m. Eastern time this Friday, Dec. 6. The show is narrated by Burl Ives as Sam the Snowman. The storyline begins when Donner, the lead reindeer fo…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
'Yikes': SNL Viewers Unimpressed By NY Native Alec Baldwin's Portrayal Of RFK Jr. 'Yikes': SNL Viewers Unimpressed By NY Native Alec Baldwin's Portrayal Of RFK Jr.
'Yikes': SNL Viewers Unimpressed By NY Native Alec Baldwin's Portrayal Of RFK Jr. And the crowd goes… mild. Actor and New York native Alec Baldwin is dividing the internet with his impression of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Saturday Night Live. The 66-year-old Baldwin, a Long Island native from Amityville, appeared in the NBC sketch comedy show’s cold open Saturday, Nov. 16, portraying Kennedy, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee to be health and human services secretary. Watch the entire clip below. Set in the Oval Office, the scene also featured Dana Carvey as President Joe Biden and James Austin Johnson as Trump. It made fun of Trump’s recent Cabinet nominations, inc…

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
Former Iona University Basketball Player Chosen To Star On New Season Of 'The Bachelor' Former Iona University Basketball Player Chosen To Star On New Season Of 'The Bachelor'
Former Iona University Basketball Player Chosen To Star On New Season Of 'The Bachelor' ABC's "The Bachelor" franchise has announced its next star. His name is Grant Ellis, and he's a 30-year-old day trader with New Jersey and New York roots. The Houston, Texas resident initially competed on this season of "The Bachelorette" starring Jenn Tran, who grew up in Bergen County. Ellis was eliminated just before Tran picked her final four. Ellis is a Newark native who played basketball for Hudson Catholic, and later at the collegiate level in New York for Iona University in New Rochelle, where he played guard and forward. His bio on the ABC website says he's a "mama’s boy who love…

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by Cecilia Levine
Real Estate
Food Network Chef Nancy Fuller Lists 'Extraordinary’ Historic Hudson Valley Farmhouse For $4M Food Network Chef Nancy Fuller Lists 'Extraordinary’ Historic Hudson Valley Farmhouse For $4M
Food Network Chef Nancy Fuller Lists 'Extraordinary’ Historic Hudson Valley Farmhouse For $4M If this spectacular New York farmhouse looks familiar, there’s a reason for that. Food Network star and chef Nancy Fuller is parting ways with her historic Hudson Valley estate, located in Columbia County outside the city of Hudson. Asking price? $3.995 million. The 75-year-old Fuller, who co-owns Ginsberg’s Foods and appears as a judge on the Food Network competition series "Holiday Baking Championship," has filmed more than 80 episodes of her own show, “Farmhouse Rules” at the property, known locally as Locust Dale Farm. Situated on 143 “peaceful farmland” acres, the impressive residen…

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by Michael Mashburn
News
Filming For TV Show To Shut Down Busy Parking Lot In Westchester: Here's When Filming For TV Show To Shut Down Busy Parking Lot In Westchester: Here's When
Filming For TV Show To Shut Down Busy Parking Lot In Westchester: Here's When A busy parking lot in Westchester will be shut down for most of a day to make room for a film shoot, police announced. On Monday, April 29, the Highland parking lot in Rye in the area of Purchase Street and Purdy Avenue will close between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. to allow crews to shoot scenes for an episode of a television show called "Swipe," according to the City of Rye Police Department. On the day of the shoot, all cars must be moved from the lot before 6 a.m. Permit holders will be able to move their vehicles to any MTA parking lot free of charge beginning on Sunday, April 28.  As for …

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Actors Wanted For Television Show Filming In Region: Here Are Available Roles Actors Wanted For Television Show Filming In Region: Here Are Available Roles
Actors Wanted For Television Show Filming In Region: Here Are Available Roles Prospective actors who don't mind donning 18th-century-era costumes may be interested in auditioning for a television show set to film in Connecticut.  An upcoming show centered around the Revolutionary War and George Washington titled "Revolution" will film in Fairfield County between Monday, March 25, and Friday, April 5 in Stamford, according to a casting call posted by Backstage.  The non-union series, which will play on a major network, is offering $150 for an estimated 10 hours of work for several roles which include:  British and French soldiers, as well as Virginia …

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
SNL Needs Muscular Man, Person With 70s Haircut As Extras SNL Needs Muscular Man, Person With 70s Haircut As Extras
SNL Needs Muscular Man, Person With 70s Haircut As Extras If you're a muscly man or still rocking a 70s-style haircut, "Saturday Night Live" needs you. The NBC show is looking for extras for an upcoming episode, according to a new casting call. The muscular man should be between 18 and 40 years old, while the person with 70s hair should be between 18 and 75. The gig pays between $220 and $1,700. Click here to apply.

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by Cecilia Levine
Lifestyle
Westchester Restaurateur's Popular Stamford Diner To Appear On 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' Westchester Restaurateur's Popular Stamford Diner To Appear On 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'
Westchester Restaurateur's Popular Stamford Diner To Appear On 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' A popular Fairfield County diner known for making everything from scratch has hit the big-time with an upcoming appearance on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," starring Guy Fieri.  The Stamford Diner located at 135 Harvard Ave., is known for the sign with the giant cup of coffee and its famous matzo ball soup, giant sandwiches and entrees, and uber-friendly service. So, when Guy Fieri's crew came knocking wanting to showcase the diner it was no surprise to owner Ari Thanos who owns four other restaurants in the region and is opening a fifth next month. But still, when Guy …

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Award-Winning Chef To Take On Next Challenge In Westchester Award-Winning Chef To Take On Next Challenge In Westchester
Award-Winning Chef To Take On Next Challenge In Westchester An award-winning chef who has made numerous appearances on popular television shows will soon be taking on a new challenge in Westchester. Chef Stephen Mandracchia, a Mamaroneck native who has worked in several prestigious clubs, restaurants, and hotels, has been named the new Director of Food and Beverage at Broadview at Purchase, a retirement community located on the campus of the State University of New York at Purchase.  Beginning his career in his family's commercial seafood business, Mandracchia has over 25 years of experience as an executive chef and was…

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by Ben Crnic
News
'You Are A Star': NY 20-Year-Old Kieran Rhodes Wows Judges On 'America's Got Talent' 'You Are A Star': NY 20-Year-Old Kieran Rhodes Wows Judges On 'America's Got Talent'
'You Are A Star': NY 20-Year-Old Kieran Rhodes Wows Judges On 'America's Got Talent' A 20-year-old singer and songwriter from New York is impressing judges on “America’s Got Talent.” Saratoga County native Kieran Rhodes, age 20, of Burnt Hills, made his debut on the hit NBC show Tuesday, June 21. And it couldn't have gone better. Earlier report: Capital District 20-Year-Old Appearing On 'America's Got Talent' The singer began his audition by playing piano and singing “She’s Got a Way,” by Billy Joel, but was cut short by judge Simon Cowell, who asked Rhodes if he had an original song. Rhodes proceeded to perform a piece he had written, titled “Disengage,” which garnered …

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by Michael Mashburn
Lifestyle
Seeing Double: Twins From Region Featured On New Season Of Bachelorette Seeing Double: Twins From Region Featured On New Season Of Bachelorette
Seeing Double: Twins From Region Featured On New Season Of Bachelorette Twin brothers from Fairfield County are reportedly set to appear on the upcoming season of the reality series The Bachelorette. Joey and Justin Young, of Brookfield, will appear in the new season of the show, which is set to premiere on July 11, according to reality TV blogger Reality Steve. We have twins! Justin & Joey Young, 24, Brookfield, CT (IG: justin_young21 & joeyyoung30). pic.twitter.com/h1vsPssgII — RealitySteve (@RealitySteve) March 23, 2022 The 24-year-old brothers will reportedly be among the 35 contestants in season 19 of the show and have a chance at love with tw…

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by Nicole Valinote
News
Bob Saget Found Dead At 65 Bob Saget Found Dead At 65
Bob Saget Found Dead At 65 Actor and comedian Bob Saget was found dead in a hotel room in Florida. He was 65. The sheriff's office in Orange County, Florida confirmed the news on Sunday, Jan. 9. In 1987, Saget was cast as Danny Tanner in the hit TV series "Full House." Two years later, he landed the role as host of "America's Funniest Home Videos."

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Chris Cuomo Out Of Another Job After Sexual Misconduct Claim Amid Report He Plans To Sue CNN Chris Cuomo Out Of Another Job After Sexual Misconduct Claim Amid Report He Plans To Sue CNN
Chris Cuomo Out Of Another Job After Sexual Misconduct Claim Amid Report He Plans To Sue CNN Fired CNN anchor Chris Cuomo is now out of another job following the fallout of an investigation that found he helped use some of his sources to navigate former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's sexual harassment scandal and amid a sexual misconduct accusation against himself. Cuomo, who was indefinitely suspended by CNN last week and then fired days later, announced that he will also be leaving his SiriusXM radio show, on the same day a former ABC colleague filled in for him during the day's program. Meanwhile, Cuomo has reportedly hired lawyers and is preparing to file a lawsuit against CNN to…

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by Zak Failla
News
Here's When Danbury Mayor Will Respond To John Oliver's Offer To Rename Sewage Plant After Him Here's When Danbury Mayor Will Respond To John Oliver's Offer To Rename Sewage Plant After Him
Here's When Danbury Mayor Will Respond To John Oliver's Offer To Rename Sewage Plant After Him Click here for an updated story - Danbury Mayor To Comedian John Oliver: We'll Take Offer To Rename $110M Sewage Plant After You It appears that Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton is going to make good on his promise to name the city’s sewer plant after comedian John Oliver. For weeks, Boughton and Oliver have been trading playful back-and-forth barbs after the “Last Week Tonight” made scathing comments about Danbury during his weekly program.
 Related story - Danbury Mayor To Announce If He'll 'Sign' On To Comedian John Oliver's Offer Boughton said he's made his decision that will be u…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Amazon Prime Series Films In Hudson Valley Amazon Prime Series Films In Hudson Valley
Amazon Prime Series Films In Hudson Valley A new series that filmed in the Hudson Valley is set to premiere on Amazon Prime and Tubi. The series, "Big Dogs," created by author Adam Dunn and based on his novels, was filmed throughout Orange County, with many locations in the city and town of Newburgh, and in Middletown, said the Orange County Tourism Office. The series will premiere on Wednesday, July 1, on both pay channels.  “This has been a great opportunity for our region, and many of our local film professionals, who have been able to gain professional experience while working close to home with on-location sites right her…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Netflix Series Featuring Gwyneth Paltrow, Ben Platt Films Scenes In Westchester Netflix Series Featuring Gwyneth Paltrow, Ben Platt Films Scenes In Westchester
Netflix Series Featuring Gwyneth Paltrow, Ben Platt Films Scenes In Westchester Ben Platt fans will be happy to know the young star was in Westchester filming scenes with Gwyneth Paltrow for the hit Netflix series "The Politician." The show was reportedly filming Monday, Jan. 27, in Larchmont on Post Road and Weaver Street. The series, which also stars Bette Midler and Jessica Lange, is about a young man who wants to work his way up to becoming the president of the United States. Fan-fave Ben Platt was reportedly in Westchester filming his series, 'The Politician.'Wikipedia Of course, he has to win an election at his California high school first. Paltrow plays Pl…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Pace University Students Go From Class To Screen In Los Angeles Pace University Students Go From Class To Screen In Los Angeles
Pace University Students Go From Class To Screen In Los Angeles Two students from Pace University are making their network television debuts after landing coveted roles on the CBS series “NCIS.” The students, Shea Vaughan-Gabor and Jason Marrs, received the roles during their time in the school’s LA Acting Intensive Program, a program for seniors that involves a three-week trip to Los Angeles for immersion into the world of Hollywood acting. "I was incredibly impressed with the Pace Performing Arts BFA Acting students and their talent, work ethic, diverse backgrounds, and creative brilliance,” said “NCIS” Casting Director Jason Kennedy. “These young act…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Showtime Series With Kevin Bacon Films In Westchester Showtime Series With Kevin Bacon Films In Westchester
Showtime Series With Kevin Bacon Films In Westchester Stargawkers will want to head for White Plains City Hall on Thursday, Feb. 28 to see if they can catch of a glimpse of actor Kevin Bacon as he films part of his new Showtime series. Crews from "City on a Hill," which start Bacon and Aldis Hodge, were spotted early setting up outside the building at 255 Main St. The series, with executive producers Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, shot some scenes earlier in February in White Plains. According to Showtime, the series tells the story of the “Boston Miracle" and centers on an African-American district attorney Decourcy Ward (Hodge) who works for c…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Westchester Girl Competes In Food Network Baking Competition Westchester Girl Competes In Food Network Baking Competition
Westchester Girl Competes In Food Network Baking Competition A 12-year-old Westchester girl will be competing in a Food Network baking show. Nyah Rosado is competing on Season 6 of "Kids Baking Championship," airing Monday, Jan. 7. The student at Albert Leonard Middle School in New Rochelle describes herself as very competitive, playing basketball, lacrosse and soccer. If she wins, Nyah wants a tattoo that says she won Kids Baking Championship. She and 11 other junior bakers will be judged and hosted by Valerie Bertinelli and Duff Goldman. The winner will take home $25,000 in prize money and a feature in Food Network Magazine. Tune into Food …

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by Cecilia Levine
Business
Lawsuit: 'Fox & Friends' Co-Host Threw Axe That Injured West Point Drummer Lawsuit: 'Fox & Friends' Co-Host Threw Axe That Injured West Point Drummer
Lawsuit: 'Fox & Friends' Co-Host Threw Axe That Injured West Point Drummer A local law firm, Sobo & Sobo, has filed a lawsuit naming a "Fox & Friends" co-host and the Fox Network for a bizarre event captured on video. The lawsuit says the co-host hit a West Point band’s drummer in the arm with an axe during a 2015 videotaping. Sobo & Sobo claims that Master Sgt. Jeff Prosperie, a member of the Hellcats, a West Point field music group, was struck by an axe, reportedly thrown by Pete Hegseth, a Fox & Friends co-host, who apparently missed a target. The lawsuit says Prosperie was injured when the Hellcats were taping commercial bumps to hel…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Hit Reality Show To Feature Teacher From Westchester Hit Reality Show To Feature Teacher From Westchester
Hit Reality Show To Feature Teacher From Westchester A part-time high school English teacher from Mamaroneck -- who auditioned for the popular Fox reality show, "MasterChef," last fall while working in North Rockland -- appears on the upcoming season. Daniela Savone auditioned for "MasterChef" in October. After making the top 80 cut, she resigned from her North Rockland teaching position of 15 years to pursue her cooking dreams in California. Savone, a Mamaroneck High graduate is a "temporary leave replacement" at MHS. Savone taught Italian cooking through the adult continuing education program at North Rockland…

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by Jon Craig
Politics
Cuomo Agrees To Debate Democratic Primary Challenger Cynthia Nixon Cuomo Agrees To Debate Democratic Primary Challenger Cynthia Nixon
Cuomo Agrees To Debate Democratic Primary Challenger Cynthia Nixon After some prodding by Democratic Party primary opponent Cynthia Nixon, Gov. Andrew has agreed to debate the "Sex And The City" TV star. Cuomo's campaign office said the details of the televised debate, such as the when and where, are still being worked out. The New Castle governor issued this statement: "We look forward to a robust debate. We are currently receiving invitations and reviewing the various opportunities."

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by Jon Craig
Obituaries
Rest In Peace, 2017: We'll Remember Them Rest In Peace, 2017: We'll Remember Them
Rest In Peace, 2017: We'll Remember Them Nationally, internationally and more regionally known notables we lost in 2017 included longtime giants in their fields, from Tom Petty, Gregg Allman, Glen Campbell, Chuck Berry and Fats Domino to Mary Tyler Moore, Jerry Lewis and Don Rickles. There were also those known best in the New York metropolitan area, led by Nat Hentoff and Jimmy Breslin, who died a day before David Rockefeller. From the music world: Petty, Campbell, Allman Charles Edward Anderson "Chuck" Berry Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino Jr. Al Jarreau Larry Coryell Pat DiNizio of the Smithereens David Ca…

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by Jerry DeMarco