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New Rochelle Native Jay Leno Falls Down 60-Foot Hill, Hits Head On Rock: Report
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…
Business
Here's Closer Look At New Fast-Casual Eatery In Westchester
Officials are celebrating the opening of the first restaurant to set up shop in a new Westchester County city district. The Halal Guys, a fast-casual franchise, celebrated its grand opening in New Rochelle at 23 Lecount Pl. on Friday, Oct. 25 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the city's Chamber of Commerce. Earlier Report - Eatery To Celebrate Opening With Ceremony In New Rochelle: Here's When The restaurant serves authentic halal food like chicken, gyro, and falafel platters and is the first to open in New Rochelle's newly-created "Vanguard District," an area focused&nbs…
Business
Eatery To Celebrate Opening With Ceremony In Westchester: Here's When
A new city district in Westchester is about to welcome its first restaurant with a grand opening celebration. The Halal Guys, a fast-casual franchise, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. for its new locale in New Rochelle at 23 Lecount Pl. that will be hosted by the city's Chamber of Commerce. The eatery, which will serve authentic halal food like chicken, gyro, and falafel platters, will be the first to open in New Rochelle's Vanguard District, a planned "vibrant hub" of retail, dining, and entertainment meant to attract visitors and offer more incentive…
Real Estate
Billy Joel's 'MiddleSea' Waterfront NY Estate Listed For $49.9M
The Piano Man is downsizing. The iconic 75-year-old singer, songwriter, and pianist Billy Joel has just listed his sprawling waterfront estate on the north shore of Long Island for $49.9 million. Joel bought the estate, which he calls "MiddleSea," in Centre Island, a residential village in Oyster Bay, in 2002. The name is a clever play on words. Yes, it's located by the sea, but "Middle C" is also the first note learned by pianists. It's spread over 76 acres and has 18 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, and four separate homes: the main house (a 20,000-square-foot red-brick m…
Business
Bar Featuring Indoor Golf To Celebrate Opening In Westchester
Even though the weather is getting colder, golfers can continue to get their fix at a Northern Westchester bar and restaurant already off to a great start just months after opening. The Nineteenth Hole Indoor Golf And Bar, located at Ossining's Arcadian Shopping Center at 240 South Highland Ave., will be holding a grand opening celebration thrown by the Greater Ossining Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. The bar, which originally opened in July, has seven indoor golf bays with state-of-the-art Trackman simulators, allowing visitors to "hit the links" while enjoyi…
Lifestyle
New Rochelle Woman Takes Home Over $100K On Casino's Wheel Of Fortune Slot Machine
A New York woman hit quite a massive jackpot while playing on a Wheel of Fortune slot machine at a Connecticut casino. While testing her luck at New London County's Mohegan Sun in the village of Uncasville on Sunday, Oct. 13, a resident of New Rochelle in Westchester County won a whopping $100,929.93, the casino announced on Friday, Oct. 18. The lucky winner, identified as "Donna Z.," won the jackpot while playing on the Wheel of Fortune Triple Double Diamond slot machine at Mohegan Sun's Casino of the Earth. Donna's plans for her winnings were not detailed. Accordi…
News
New Rochelle Reveals Plans To Transform Downtown, Create 'Lively Retail Environment'
A city in Westchester has unveiled plans to redevelop its downtown with new shopping, dining, and entertainment, and create a new district. In an announcement on Wednesday, Oct. 16, New Rochelle officials detailed its new Downtown Retail Strategy, which aims to create more bustling streets, job opportunities, and increased visitation to the city. The plan includes the creation of the Vanguard District, which encompasses the area bounded by LeCount Place, Main Street, North Avenue, and Huguenot Street. The area will be a "vibrant hub" of retail, dining, and entertainmen…
News
Scenic Park, Pier On Hudson River To Celebrate Reopening In Westchester
A rebuilt pier along the Hudson River is about to open up tourism and economic opportunities for a city in Northern Westchester, officials announced. A grand reopening ceremony celebrating the rebuilding and renovation of Fleischmann Pier and Charles Point Park in Peekskill will be held on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. on John Walsh Boulevard, officials announced on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The almost 500-foot-long pier will be able to accommodate large vessels, two floating docks for smaller boats, and an accessible kayak launch. Benches and viewing devices have also been ins…
News
NY Rapper Fatman Scoop Dies At Age 53 After Medical Emergency During Concert In Connecticut
Isaac Freeman III, a rapper known as Fatman Scoop, died after having a medical emergency while performing on stage in Connecticut. The 53-year-old New York City native collapsed during a performance in New Haven County at the Hamden Town Center Park, according to authorities. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. His tour manager, Birch Michael, posted a statement on Facebook: "It is with the heaviest of hearts I announce the passing of Isaac Freeman III, Known professionally as Fatman Scoop. You taught me how to be the man I am today. "I Love you Sco…
Obituaries
Chappaqua's Ronald Tumpowsky, 49, Founded
Nyc-b
ased Monolith Marketing
Ronald Seth Tumpowsky, beloved husband, father, and friend, died at the age of 49 on Friday, July 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Powell Tumpowsky and two sons, Robert Henry Tumpowsky and Harrison Powell Tumpowsky of Chappaqua, his brother Paul Adam Tumpowsky of New York City, and his father Roy Stuart Tumpowsky of Delray Beach, FL. Ron was born and raised in Rye Brook, NY and completed a Bachelor of Arts and Economics from Colgate University. A natural athlete and teammate, Ron competed at an elite level in both basketball and soccer throughout high school, and was a go…
Lifestyle
Spec-Quack-ular: 'World's Largest Rubber Duck' Coming To Amusement Park In Westchester
A unique, six-story-tall attraction made of rubber will soon be coming to the shores of Westchester. "The World's Largest Rubber Duck" will arrive in Rye Playland on Friday, Aug. 16, and stay through Sunday, Aug. 18, serving as the centerpiece of the park's "Second Annual Duck Days of Summer" celebration. The 61-foot-tall duck, which aims to bring "love and joy to the globe," according to its website, will be accompanied by her 10-foot-high "baby ducking," Timmy. The immense, 15.5-ton spectacle visits locations from California to Canada, attracting massive audiences along…
Real Estate
'Epitome Of Luxury Living' Offered At This $10M NY Mansion
A massive estate on Long Island that “epitomizes elegance and grandeur” and features a myriad of amenities is searching for its next owner. The seven-bedroom, 13-bath estate at 43 Chestnut Hill Drive in Oyster Bay – currently for sale at $9.9 million – claims to be “the epitome of luxury living,” according to its listing. With nearly 11,000 square feet, the home features a double-height foyer, a gourmet chef’s kitchen with two islands, a mahogany library, and dual en-suite bathrooms in the primary bedroom. If that wasn’t enough to fit the “grandeur” bill, the estate also includes a home…
News
Casting Call: Cooking Commercial Needs To Fill Husband, Wife, Teen Roles
A cooking commercial that will be produced in New York City needs to fill the roles of a husband, wife, and teenager. The exact shooting dates will depend on the role, but the casting call says to keep Wednesday, May 29, and Thursday, May 30, open. Men and women interested in playing the couple should be between ages 30 and 50, and the teen between 18 and 25. For more information, including salary, and to apply, click here.
Lifestyle
Casting Call: Music Video For Major Country Star Needs To Fill Roles For Men, Women, Kids
A music video being produced in the region is seeking men, women, and kids to fill roles for extras. The video, about a major country star, will be filmed in New York City on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26. A group of friends returns home for a friend's funeral. After the funeral, they have a fun night together around town. Lead roles are needed for men aged 18 to 23 and women ages 40 to 50 to play the mother of boys. Supporting roles are being cast for women aged 18 to 23 and boys ages 10 to 12 (to play the child versions of the lead male roles in a flashback scene). All ethni…
Lifestyle
Meet Actor Chazz Palminteri During Special Event At His Westchester Eatery: Here's When
Fans of famed actor Chazz Palminteri will have the chance to meet him and enjoy a fun-filled evening during a special event that will be held at the star's Westchester restaurant. The 71-year-old Bedford resident, known for his roles in "A Bronx Tale" and "Bullets over Broadway," will be hosting a Cigar Night at his Chazz Palminteri Restaurant in White Plains at 264 Main St. on Wednesday, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. During the charity event, which will include appearances by Palminteri and his friends, those who attend will be able to enjoy an evening of "entertai…
Business
New Movie Theater Coming To Westchester: Here's When It Will Open
Movie lovers, stay tuned — a new theater will soon be opening for business in Westchester. In an announcement on Tuesday, April 2, White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach revealed that Apple Cinemas has signed a lease for the former Showcase Cinema location at 237 Martine Ave. The new theater is projected to open during the first week of May, Roach added. The former Showcase Cinema closed its doors in late October 2023 and had been the last theater in White Plains. Earlier Report - Movie Theater To Permanently Close In White Plains: 'It Has Been Our Pleasure' Check back to …
News
Avoid Scams: These Are Top 10 Consumer Frauds Of 2023, NY AG Says
To honor National Consumer Protection Week, New York Attorney General Letitia James has revealed the most common fraud complaints faced by residents during 2023. In an announcement on Monday, March 4, James said that these common complaints ranged from price gouging of much-needed goods and services to housing issues, online banking fraud, and even travel-related issues. The top ten most common consumer complaints of 2023 in New York were: Retail Sales: (Online purchases, price gouging, retail sales, defective merchandise, poor customer service, pet stores, animal breede…
News
Covid-
19: Retailer Closing Hudson Valley Location
A popular retailer has filed for bankruptcy and plans to permanently close nearly half its stores, including one in the Hudson Valley, after temporary store closures amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Kitchen goods retailer Sur La Table made the Chapter 11 filing late this week, saying 51 of 121 stores will close. The Seattle-based company, founded in 1972, brands itself as "the leading retail destination for those passionate about cooking and entertaining." The company announced it would sell its remaining stores and brand names to Fortress Investment Group. …
Lifestyle
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…
Lifestyle
Stormy Daniels Abruptly Cancels 'Tell All' Show In Hudson Valley
Stormy Daniels fans didn't get a chance to enjoy a night of "storytelling," after a scheduled show at an area comedy club was abruptly canceled. The former adult film star and alleged paramour of President Donald Trump was scheduled to appear in Poughkeepsie at the Laugh It Up! Comedy Club on Sunday, Dec. 8 at Mahoney's Irish Pub & Steakhouse. But hours before the show, the club announced on Twitter that show had been canceled and a full refund could be obtained at their point of purchase. The show had been billed as a night of "tell-all" from her days stripping in a trailer to alleged…
Lifestyle
Stormy Daniels 'Tell All' Show Will Be Held In Hudson Valley
Stormy Daniels, the adult film star and alleged former paramour of President Donald Trump, is blowing into the area for a night of "storytelling." The former adult-film star will appear on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. in Poughkeepsie at the Laugh It Up! Comedy Club for a one-night-only performance. Attendees can expect a night of "tell-all" from her days stripping in a trailer to allegedly taking hush-money from Trump. "Stormy laughs with her audience as she shares the most intimate details about the trials and unique tribulations she has experienced," the club said. The club is locate…
Business
Lord & Taylor To Close Another Area Store
The Lord & Taylor store in the Palisades Center Mall in West Nyack will close its doors after the holiday season, making it the second large retailer to exit the shopping mecca. The once behemoth luxury retailer has served shoppers at Palisades Center since 1998. The retailer’s departure follows J.C. Penney’s closure in June 2017. Clarkstown Councilman Donald Franchino confirmed the closure of the store, saying the center needs to diversify and become a mixture of retail and entertainment. "The Palisades is Clarkstown's largest taxpayer and our number one tourist attraction," Franchino…
Lifestyle
Yorktown Grange Fair Will Mark 95th Year
The Yorktown Grange Fair is returning to the Grange Fairgrounds for the 95th consecutive year. The fair, which includes local farm animals, contests, carnival fare and more, will take place from Friday, Sept. 6 to Sunday, Sept. 8. This year’s theme, “Back to the Garden,” is an homage to the 1969 Woodstock Music Festival: “The theme ‘Back to the Garden’ is a perfect way to acknowledge the contributions that local families make to our community and to the larger environment. From the smallest backyard garden to the largest farm, every vegetable grown and animal raised is a benefit to our way …
Lifestyle
Bob Seger, Bryan Adams, Jimmy Buffett Among Featured Performers For Jones Beach Concert Season
Bryan Adams and Billy Idol are coming to Jones Beach in a summer concert season opening on Thursday, May 30 with Bob Seger and the Silver Bullet Band and bookends Sept. 19 when ZZ Top comes to the Wantagh stage. The concerts are held at the iconic Northwell Health at the Jones Beach Theater at 1000 Ocean Parkway. "If you are looking for a concert venue that will provide you with a memorable experience, the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theatre is an iconic venue, which boasts the most magnificent views in the world, while also enjoying an outstanding concert." Life does not get any b…
Business
MGM Gets Official OK To Buy Empire City Casino, Yonkers Raceway
MGM Resorts has officially been given the green light to purchase Empire City Casino and the adjacent Yonkers Raceway. The New York State Gaming Commission announced on Monday that it has approved the licenses to allow MGM to purchase the businesses for $850 million. The deal was originally expected to be approved earlier this month, but a vote was delayed before MGM could officially purchase the casino and racetrack from the Rooney family, which has owned it since the early 1970s. According to reports, MGM is likely looking to add a hotel and new entertainment facilities at the site,…
Business
Netflix Hiking Prices For 58M US Subscribers
Streaming shows and movies are about to get more expensive for more than 55 million Americans. For the second time in two years, Netflix announced that it will be raising subscription prices in the United States, affecting an estimated 58 million customers. Netflix’s basic standard definition plan is going up from $8 to $9 a month, its standard HD plan is going up from $11 to $13 a month, and its premium 4K plan is going up from $14 to $16 a month. The basic plan lets users stream one show or movie on a single device at a time in standard definition; the standard plan allows users to…
Lifestyle
Dutchess County Fair Draws Nearly Half A Million People
This story has been updated. The bucolic Fairgrounds along Route 9 in Rhinebeck entertains nearly a half million visitors during the annual Dutchess County Fair which ends Sunday night, Aug. 26. This week marks the county Fair's 173rd year. As the second largest county fair in New York state, it doubles as a showplace for agriculture in Dutchess County. More than 147 acres of finely manicured gardens and grass create the beautiful setting for thousands of farm animals, agricultural exhibits and horticultural displays. Rides, game booths, displays, entertainment and food are available fr…
Lifestyle
Chappaqua's Hillary Clinton To Appear On CBS Show 'Madam Secretary'
Hillary Clinton of Chappaqua will appear on the season premiere of "Madam Secretary" this fall, CBS announced. "We've got some BIG guest stars in store for Season 5!" the popular TV show said on Twitter, noting that Madeleine Albright and Colin Powell also will play themselves on the CBS broadcast. "Former Secretaries of State @HillaryClinton, @Madeleine, and Colin Powell will be appearing on the season premiere of #MadamSecretary on Sunday, October 7!" Clinton, a former First Lady and U.S. Senator turned 2016 Democratic presidential candidate, posted her own T…
Lifestyle
Yada Yada Yada: Jerry Seinfeld To Appear At Resorts World Catskills
Wild laughter is coming to the Hudson Valley next month when comedian Jerry Seinfeld gives a one-night stand-up performance on Saturday, May 12 at Resorts World Catskills. Seinfeld will perform in the Sullivan County resort’s 2,500-seat Epicenter. Jerry's appearance coincides with the near completion of the $1.2 billion casino gaming, hotel and entertainment complex. Seinfeld, a native of Brooklyn, began his stand-up comedy career performing at the Catskills famous Kutsher’s Country Club. By Thursday, April 26 tickets to Seinfeld's show were almost sold out, according to Ticket Master. T…
Lifestyle
Westchester Branding Expert Gets Scoop On The Property Brothers
Branding and Public Relations expert Stacey Cohen is passionate about helping people and businesses package themselves and tell their story in compelling ways. Which is why she was excited to interview Jonathan and Drew Scott aka The Property Brothers in late December 2017. Her HuffPost blog post gets the scoop on how they grew their $100 million business empire as well as what it was like growing up as a twin. The Mount Kisco mom of two and founder of White Plains-based Co-Communications even got a little dirt from Drew on his experience as a finalist on "Dancing With The Stars.&quo…
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