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New Eatery, Other Retailers Open At Plaza In Yonkers New Eatery, Other Retailers Open At Plaza In Yonkers
New Eatery, Other Retailers Open At Plaza In Yonkers Four new retailers, including a new eatery, have opened up shop at a busy strip plaza in Westchester.  The new businesses, all located in Yonkers at the Fleetwood Plaza located at 850 Bronx River Rd. right by the Cross County Parkway, celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, May 1 with Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano in attendance.  One of the new retailers to open at the plaza is Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, which serves a variety of frozen desserts that will certainly satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth.  In addition to countless flavors of Italian ice and frozen custard,…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
'What In The World?': NY Restaurant's Water Charge Leaves Mom Irked (Poll) 'What In The World?': NY Restaurant's Water Charge Leaves Mom Irked (Poll)
'What In The World?': NY Restaurant's Water Charge Leaves Mom Irked (Poll) A breakfast outing at a New York restaurant left a sour taste in one mother’s mouth after the eatery charged her a “steep” fee for a cup of water. In a post on the Facebook group Long Island Foodies Monday, Nov. 28, Suffolk County resident Jennifer Marie posted her receipt from an East Islip Dunkin’ Donuts, located on Main Street. “Dunkin’ Donuts is charging for a cup of water now,” Marie wrote. “What in the world?” The receipt shows that Marie ordered a six-piece hash brown, avocado and bacon toast, apple juice, and a cup of water just before 10:30 a.m. Jennifer Marie's receipt showi…

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by Michael Mashburn
Business
Dunkin' Donuts 'Iced Coffee Day' To Benefit NY Children's Hospitals Dunkin' Donuts 'Iced Coffee Day' To Benefit NY Children's Hospitals
Dunkin' Donuts 'Iced Coffee Day' To Benefit NY Children's Hospitals Coffee with a side of goodwill. That’s what Dunkin’ Donuts will serve up Wednesday, May 25, when the company hosts ‘Dunkin’ Iced Coffee Day’ to “bring joy to kids” at children’s hospitals across the country. All day long, Dunkin’ will donate $1 from every iced coffee sold at participating locations to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, which aims to provide “the simple joys of childhood to kids battling hunger or illness,” according to a company statement. Locally, funds raised from the event will go to the following New York hospitals: Cohen’s Children Medical Center on Long Islan…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
Teen Nabbed For Knifepoint Robbery At Hudson Valley Dunkin' Donuts Teen Nabbed For Knifepoint Robbery At Hudson Valley Dunkin' Donuts
Teen Nabbed For Knifepoint Robbery At Hudson Valley Dunkin' Donuts A Hudson Valley teen has been arrested for allegedly robbing a Dunkin' Donuts at knifepoint. It took place in Orange County in the city of Newburgh on Saturday, May 7 at the Dunkin' located at 674 Broadway in Newburgh. The 17-year-old teen, who was not identified due to his age, was arrested on Friday, May 13, following an investigation, said the city of Newburgh Police. He was charged with first-degree robbery and released on his own recognizance pending a future court date.

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Charli D'Amelio, Age 17, Of Fairfield County Is Outearning Top CEOs By Millions Charli D'Amelio, Age 17, Of Fairfield County Is Outearning Top CEOs By Millions
Charli D'Amelio, Age 17, Of Fairfield County Is Outearning Top CEOs By Millions A teen social media star from Connecticut is outearning some of the most successful CEOs in the US by millions of dollars, according to new reports by Forbes and the Wall Street Journal. With 133 million TikToker followers, 17-year-old Fairfield County resident Charli D'Amelio, of Norwalk, who started posting to TikTok in 2019 -- has the video-sharing app's largest following, Forbes says. Last year, she brought in $17.5 million. The median pay for chief executives of S&P 500 companies in 2020 was $13.4 million, the WSJ reports. Darren Woods was the highest-earning CEO of 2020, brin…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Six Firefighters Hospitalized After Battling Blaze At Shopping Center In Hudson Valley Six Firefighters Hospitalized After Battling Blaze At Shopping Center In Hudson Valley
Six Firefighters Hospitalized After Battling Blaze At Shopping Center In Hudson Valley First responders are still on the scene of a stubborn, dangerous shopping center fire that has sent six firefighters to the hospital in Rockland County. The blaze broke out at The Rise, a gun range located in the basement of a shopping area that includes a Dollar General store and a Dunkin Donuts coffee, around noon on Sunday, Nov. 28 in Pearl River, said Lt. James Sullivan, of the Orangetown Police. Related Story: Hours-Long Fire Severely Damages Rockland Shopping Center According to Sullivan, when police patrols arrived on the scene at 120 N. Middletown Road, officers found an …

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Hours-Long Fire Severely Damages Rockland Shopping Center Hours-Long Fire Severely Damages Rockland Shopping Center
Hours-Long Fire Severely Damages Rockland Shopping Center UPDATE: Six firefighters were hospitalized with minor injuries from a stubborn noontime blaze that broke out in a basement gun range, spread through a Rockland County shopping center and continued burning late into the night on Sunday, Nov. 28, authorities confirmed. Firefighters from Mahwah, Montvale, Oradell and River Vale were among more than 100 from Rockland, Westchester and Bergen counties either at the Pearl River scene or in coverage through the afternoon and into the evening. The sneaky blaze began shortly before noon in the long-gun range at the Rockland Indoor Shooting Education…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Business
Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A Among New Eateries Coming To NY Thruway Service Areas Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A Among New Eateries Coming To NY Thruway Service Areas
Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A Among New Eateries Coming To NY Thruway Service Areas Some popular, prominent restaurants are coming to New York State Thruway rest stops as part of a multi-million project to redevelop more than two dozen service stations. Beginning on Thursday, July 29, construction will begin on a $450 million project to develop 27 service areas on the Thruway, officials announced this week. As of July 29, 10 services areas will be temporarily closed to begin the first phase of the project, though fuel service will remain available at all locations during construction. Restaurants planned to open at the service stations include: Shake Shack; Panera; Pop…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Area Eateries COVID-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Area Eateries
Covid-19: Alert Issued For Exposure At Two Area Eateries An alert has been issued for potential exposure to COVID-19 for those who worked at or visited two popular area eateries. The Putnam County Health Department issued the following advisories for: Tijuana Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, 376 Route 6, Mahopac: Saturday, Oct. 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. A member of the public who has tested positive for COVID was at the restaurant during this time. Dunkin’ Donuts at 1 Star Ridge Road, Brewster: Friday, Oct. 16 from 6 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 17 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 18 from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Teen Sentenced For Her Role In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student Teen Sentenced For Her Role In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student
Teen Sentenced For Her Role In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student An 18-year-old has been sentenced for her role in the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old New Rochelle High School junior last year. Z'inah Brown received a 17-year prison sentence, followed by five years of post-release supervision after pleading guilty in Westchester County Court earlier this year to one count of first-degree manslaughter for her stalking and fatally stabbing Valaree Schwab on Jan. 10, 2018.  In court, Schwab's sister, Britney, read a statement on the impact Valaree’s death had had on her, her father, and other family members.  Speaking directly to Brown, she …

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by Zak Failla
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Teen To Be Sentenced For Fatal Westchester High School Student Stabbing Teen To Be Sentenced For Fatal Westchester High School Student Stabbing
Teen To Be Sentenced For Fatal Westchester High School Student Stabbing Click here for an updated story: Teen Sentenced For Her Role In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student The teenager implicated in the fatal stabbing of a high school student in Westchester last year is due to be sentenced after admitting to manslaughter. Z’inah Brown, 18, pleaded guilty in Westchester County Court to one count of first-degree manslaughter for her role in the stalking and fatal stabbing of 16-year-old New Rochelle High School junior Valaree Schwab on Jan. 10, 2018. She is scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Shortly after 12:20 p.m. on the day of the …

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
National Donut Day: Here's How, Where You Can Get A Free Treat National Donut Day: Here's How, Where You Can Get A Free Treat
National Donut Day: Here's How, Where You Can Get A Free Treat National Donut Day (yes, it’s real!) is just around the corner, so get ready to enjoy a day of indulgence with a free donut from Dunkin’ Donuts. On Friday, June 7, the breakfast chain will offer guests a free classic donut of their choice with the purchase of a beverage at participating locations. From classic glazed to Boston Kreme, chocolate sprinkled, strawberry frosted and more, National Donut Day is every dessert-lover’s dream come true. Throughout the day, DD will be active on social media to “help fans enjoy some time in celebration and appreciation of donuts with special content.” …

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by Valerie Musson
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HS Student Admits To Fatal Stabbing Of Classmate In Westchester HS Student Admits To Fatal Stabbing Of Classmate In Westchester
HS Student Admits To Fatal Stabbing Of Classmate In Westchester The teenager implicated in the fatal stabbing of high school student in Westchester last year has admitted to manslaughter. Z’inah Brown, 18, pleaded guilty in Westchester County Court to one count of first-degree manslaughter for her role in the stalking and fatal stabbing of 16-year-old New Rochelle High School junior Valaree Schwab on Jan. 10, 2018. She is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 1. Shortly after 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 10, New Rochelle police officers responded to Dunkin’ Donuts on North Avenue, where there were multiple reports of a fight involving several high school-aged s…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Suspect Charged In Burglaries Of Dunkin Donuts, Subway Stores In Westchester Suspect Charged In Burglaries Of Dunkin Donuts, Subway Stores In Westchester
Suspect Charged In Burglaries Of Dunkin Donuts, Subway Stores In Westchester A 57-year-old man has been arrested for his alleged role in a trio of burglaries of local restaurant chains in Westchester. Yonkers resident Kevin Jones, has been arrested and charged with three counts of felony burglaries after he allegedly broke into two Dunkin’ Donuts and a Subway restaurant last week. Officers from the Yonkers Police Department were dispatched to the Dunkin’ Donuts on North Broadway shortly after 3:15 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, after a suspect smashed through the glass door and stole approximately $600 in cash from the store’s register before taking off. The estimated d…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Dunkin' Donuts Damaged In Overnight Burglary In Westchester Dunkin' Donuts Damaged In Overnight Burglary In Westchester
Dunkin' Donuts Damaged In Overnight Burglary In Westchester Despite an overnight burglary, a Dunkin’ Donuts location in Westchester was open for business on Thursday, May 16. Police investigators were dispatched to the doughnut shop on North Broadway in Yonkers at approximately 3:15 a.m., where there was a report of a break-in at the store. According to police, suspects used rocks to break the front door and a front window at the store. Nobody was in the store at the time of the break-in and an undisclosed amount of money was stolen from the cash registers. The case remains under investigation. 

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by Zak Failla
News
Teen Sentenced For Stalking In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student Teen Sentenced For Stalking In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student
Teen Sentenced For Stalking In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student A teen has been sentenced following a stalking incident that led to his classmate’s death, Westchester County District Attorney Anthony A. Scarpino, Jr. announced. New Rochelle High School student Carl Booker, 18, was sentenced Friday, March 29 to “shock probation,” where he will be incarcerated for six months in Westchester County Jail and serve five years of probation. Booker, as well as Dominique Slack, another individual involved in the incident, pleaded guilty to first-degree stalking, a Class D violent felony, on Dec. 14, 2018. Slack was given the same sentence in February. The initi…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Man Asks Girls To Join Him In Dunkin' Donuts Bathroom, Chases After Them, New Canaan Police Say Man Asks Girls To Join Him In Dunkin' Donuts Bathroom, Chases After Them, New Canaan Police Say
Man Asks Girls To Join Him In Dunkin' Donuts Bathroom, Chases After Them, New Canaan Police Say Police are asking the public's help in their search for a man accused of asking two girls to join him the bathroom of an area Dunkin' Donuts before allegedly chasing after them when they fled. The incident occurred around 7:15 pm. on Thursday, March 21 at the store on 98 Elm Steet when the man, believed to be in his early to mid 20s, approached the two.  After declining the offer, the girls fled on foot with the man following behind them, police said. The girls were able to get away from the man and then contacted their parents who subsequently called New Canaan Police. Anyone wh…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Rochelle Teen Sentenced To 'Shock Probation' For Role In Fatal Stabbing New Rochelle Teen Sentenced To 'Shock Probation' For Role In Fatal Stabbing
New Rochelle Teen Sentenced To 'Shock Probation' For Role In Fatal Stabbing A Westchester County teenager has been sentenced for her role in the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old high school student last year. Dominique Slack, 18, will receive “shock probation” and be incarcerated in Westchester County Jail for six months, followed by five years probation.  Slack pleaded guilty to first-degree stalking, a violent felony, last year, for her role in the incident that led to the fatal stabbing of New Rochelle High School junior Valaree Schwab in January last year. According to police, officers responded to Dunkin' Donuts on North Avenue shortly after 12:20 p.m. on J…

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by Zak Failla
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Sentencing Delayed For Stalking Westchester Teen Involved In Fatal Stabbing Sentencing Delayed For Stalking Westchester Teen Involved In Fatal Stabbing
Sentencing Delayed For Stalking Westchester Teen Involved In Fatal Stabbing Sentencing for a teenager who admitted to her role in the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Valaree Schwab last year has been delayed. Dominique Slack, 18, was scheduled to be sentenced on Thursday, but saw that postponed for routine reasons. She pleaded guilty to first-degree stalking, a violent felony, last year, for her role in the incident that led to the fatal stabbing of New Rochelle High School junior Schwab in January last year. According to police, officers responded to Dunkin' Donuts on North Avenue shortly after 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 10 last year, where there were reports of a fight inv…

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by Zak Failla
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New Rochelle Students Admit To Stalking That Led To Fatal Stabbing of Teen New Rochelle Students Admit To Stalking That Led To Fatal Stabbing of Teen
New Rochelle Students Admit To Stalking That Led To Fatal Stabbing of Teen Two teenagers have admitted to their roles in the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Valaree Schwab in New Rochelle earlier this year. Dominique Slack and Carl Booker have both pleaded guilty to first-degree stalking, a violent felony, for their roles in the incident that led to the fatal stabbing incident of the teenager. According to police, officers responded to Dunkin' Donuts on North Avenue shortly after 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 10, where there were reports of a fight involving multiple high school-aged students. During the dispute, Schwab suffered two stab wounds to her torso from a steak k…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Dunkin' Donuts Warns Customers Of Data Breach Dunkin' Donuts Warns Customers Of Data Breach
Dunkin' Donuts Warns Customers Of Data Breach A third-party may have gained access to the account information of some of its customers, Dunkin' Donuts said in a warning issued on Wednesday. The security breach, discovered Oct. 31, affects "DD Perks" customers, the company said. "Although Dunkin' did not experience a data security breach involving its internal systems, we've been informed that third-parties obtained usernames and passwords through other companies' security breaches and used this information to log into some Dunkin' DD Perks accounts," the company said in a statement. For more information and details on the breach, clic…

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by Daily Voice
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Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments
Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments A four-alarm fire destroyed a restaurant and adjoining apartments and led to the hours-long closure of a stretch of Route 22 in the area, according to fire officials. Multiple tanker trucks and firefighters from throughout the region rushed to the scene of the blaze in Dutchess County at the three-story structure in which people were inside at the time the fire started at the Dover Cafe and six apartments, said officials with the Dover Plains Fire Department. Tanker trucks are being staged at the Dunkin' Donuts to bring in additional water to the scene due to firefighters having trouble acc…

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by Kathy Reakes
Police & Fire
Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments
Four-Alarm Blaze Destroys Route 22 Restaurant, Apartments This story has been updated. A four-alarm fire destroyed a restaurant and adjoining apartments and led to the hours-long closure of a stretch of Route 22 in the area, according to fire officials. Multiple tanker trucks and firefighters from throughout the region rushed to the scene of the blaze in Dutchess County at the three-story structure in which people were inside at the time the fire started at the Dover Cafe and six apartments, said officials with the Dover Plains Fire Department. Tanker trucks are being staged at the Dunkin' Donuts to bring in additional water to the scene due to f…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Westchester Teens Involved In Fatal Stabbing Scheduled To Appear In Court Westchester Teens Involved In Fatal Stabbing Scheduled To Appear In Court
Westchester Teens Involved In Fatal Stabbing Scheduled To Appear In Court The three teenagers implicated in the fatal stabbing that left a 16-year-old New Rochelle student dead earlier this year are due to appear before a judge on Tuesday, where they will face multiple charges. Z’inah Brown, 17, and two others - Dominique Slack, 17 and Carl Booker, 17 - are scheduled to appear in Westchester County Court on Tuesday, when they will face a series of charges that include gang assault and first-degree stalking. Brown is also facing a second-degree murder charge, first-degree manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon. According to police, officers responded to…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
New Rochelle HS Recovery From Rash Of Violence Spotlighted By NY Times New Rochelle HS Recovery From Rash Of Violence Spotlighted By NY Times
New Rochelle HS Recovery From Rash Of Violence Spotlighted By NY Times Following a rash of violent incidents earlier this year involving New Rochelle High School students - including the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old - the city's continuing recovery efforts were highlighted in a New York Times report published on Friday. In January, there were two stabbings involving students - including the fatal incident involving Valaree Schwab outside of Dunkin’ Donuts on North Avenue - and a third attack by a group of students within the span of several days, leading to criminal charges for multiple teenagers in New Rochelle. In the aftermath of the incidents, multiple …

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by Zak Failla
News
Alleged Westchester High School Teen Stabber Pleads Not Guilty To Murder Alleged Westchester High School Teen Stabber Pleads Not Guilty To Murder
Alleged Westchester High School Teen Stabber Pleads Not Guilty To Murder The Westchester teenager facing a murder charge for the death of a New Rochelle High School junior pleaded not guilty on Tuesday morning in Westchester County Court. Z’inah Brown, 17, a Yonkers resident who attended New Rochelle High School, was arraigned in Westchester County Court on charges that include second-degree murder, manslaughter, gang assault and first-degree stalking, all felonies. She was also recently indicted on charges of third-degree assault, third-degree stalking and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Schwab reportedly was just looking to get her house keys ba…

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by Zak Failla
News
Three More Teens Indicted In Death Of New Rochelle HS Student Three More Teens Indicted In Death Of New Rochelle HS Student
Three More Teens Indicted In Death Of New Rochelle HS Student Three more teenagers have been indicted on charges in connection to the fatal stabbing of a New Rochelle High School junior who wanted her house keys back following a dispute in January. Westchester County Assistant District Attorney Nicholas DiCostanzo announced the indictment of three teenagers for their roles in the fatal stabbing of Valaree Schwab, a 16-year-old junior at the high school. According to police, officers responded to Dunkin' Donuts on North Avenue shortly after 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 10, where there were reports of a fight involving multiple high school-aged students. During t…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Three More Indicted In Connection To Fatal Stabbing Of Westchester Student Three More Indicted In Connection To Fatal Stabbing Of Westchester Student
Three More Indicted In Connection To Fatal Stabbing Of Westchester Student Three more people have been indicted on charges in connection to the fatal stabbing of a New Rochelle High School junior in January. Westchester County Assistant District Attorney Nicholas DiCostanzo announced the indictment of three teenagers for their roles in the fatal stabbing of Valaree Schwab, a 16-year-old junior at the high school. According to police, officers responded to Dunkin' Donuts on North Avenue shortly after 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 10, where there were reports of a fight involving multiple high school-aged students. During the dispute, Schwab suffered two stab wounds to her tor…

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by Zak Failla
News
Second Teen Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student Second Teen Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student
Second Teen Charged In Fatal Stabbing Of New Rochelle HS Student A second teenager has been arrested in connection to the fatal stabbing of a New Rochelle High School junior last month. Officers in New Rochelle arrested a 15-year-old suspect - whose name is being withheld due to his age - who has been charged with hindering prosecution and tampering with physical evidence both felonies, New Rochelle Police Capt. Robert Gazzola said. The charges stem from his actions at the crime scene on the day of the fatal stabbing. Since the suspect is a juvenile, his case will be adjudicated in Family Court, Gazzola said. According to police, officers responded to D…

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by Zak Failla
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Grand Jury To Decide New Rochelle Fatal Stabbing Case Grand Jury To Decide New Rochelle Fatal Stabbing Case
Grand Jury To Decide New Rochelle Fatal Stabbing Case While police continue their manhunt for a second teenage New Rochelle High School student who stabbed another last month, the case of the earlier fatal stabbing near the school is heading to a grand jury, which will determine whether or not the 16-year-old will be indicted for murder for her role in the fatal stabbing of Valaree Schwab. Z’inah Brown surrendered herself at the New Rochelle Police Department last month, where she was booked for second-degree murder after allegedly stabbing Schwab twice with a steak knife after following her to a local eatery, leading to the teen’s death. Brown…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Changes Made Following Violent Incidents Involving Westchester Students Changes Made Following Violent Incidents Involving Westchester Students
Changes Made Following Violent Incidents Involving Westchester Students NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - In the wake of several violent stabbing incidents involving New Rochelle High School students and a community-wide safety meeting, the school district has outlined new measures and initiatives that will be taken to ensure “all district schools are safe, nurturing places for students to learn and thrive.” A “standing room only” crowd of parents, local residents, city and school officials was in attendance Tuesday night at the high school following the three stabbing incidents, including the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Valaree Schwab on Jan. 10 outside Dunkin’ Donuts on …

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by Zak Failla