Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley
Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley After spending nearly four decades answering calls for help, a longtime Dutchess County EMT, paramedic, and firefighter is now receiving support from the community he has served following a medical emergency.  Jim Gallagher, whose career has included service with the LaGrange Fire Department in Dutchess County, is facing months of rehabilitation after recently suffering a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, according to a GoFundMe started by his friend and colleague Constance Levi.  Gallagher began his emergency medical services career with Empress Ambulance Service in 1987, accord…
Northwell's Northern Westchester And Phelps Hospitals Earn Top Marks In US News Rankings Northwell's Northern Westchester And Phelps Hospitals Earn Top Marks In US News Rankings
Northwell's Northern Westchester And Phelps Hospitals Earn Top Marks In US News Rankings Northern Westchester and Phelps hospitals earned high marks in the 2026-27 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings. Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco was ranked No. 16 among the best hospitals in New York State, according to Northwell Health. “We are incredibly proud that Northern Westchester Hospital continues to be recognized among the best hospitals in New York by U.S. News & World Report,” said Derek Anderson, president of Northern Westchester Hospital and Putnam Hospital. “This distinction is a testament to the unwavering dedication and exceptional skil…
$1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In Westchester Now On Market $1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In Westchester Now On Market
$1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In Westchester Now On Market A nearly seven-acre Northern Westchester property filled with gardens, water features, and a contemporary home built among rock outcroppings has hit the market. Known as "Woods Home," the property at 1750 Baptist Church Rd. in Yorktown Heights sits on 6.74 acres in the Huntersville neighborhood and is now listed for $1.7 million, according to a listing from Houlihan Lawrence.  The 4,976-square-foot home has four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half-bathroom.  Described by Houlihan Lawrence as a "woodland escape," the property includes sprawling lawns, a Sylvan pool, woodlan…
Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild
Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild A sprawling, over 150-year-old Dutchess County estate owned for nearly three decades by former talk show host Sally Jessy Raphael has caught the attention of Zillow Gone Wild. Elmwood Farm, a historic estate at 618 Quaker Hill Rd. in Pawling, was featured in the popular real estate account's newsletter on Monday, Aug. 10.  The property, built in 1860 and owned by Sally Jessy Raphael for nearly 30 years, is currently listed by Jake Garay of SERHANT for $4.75 million. The newsletter highlighted the estate's massive size and historic character.  Set on 25.5 acres atop…
NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why From strong schools and health care to high incomes and low crime, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 Best States to Live In list on Monday, Aug. 10. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, quality of life, and safety. Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic reasons. "When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing price…
These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate
These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate Communities across the Northeast dominated a new ranking of the nation's hottest housing markets. Realtor.com released its 2026 list of the hottest ZIP codes in the US on Monday, Aug. 10. The report ranked markets based on buyer demand and how quickly homes sold. The rankings were based on Realtor.com listing data from January through June 2026, using unique views per property to measure demand and days on market to measure how quickly homes sold. "This year's hottest ZIP codes tell us that buyers aren't simply chasing the lowest price tag anymore — they're chasing space, character an…
NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help
NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help A Hudson Valley father of five is hospitalized after suffering a massive heart attack that required emergency surgery — and his family is asking for help as they face the uncertain road ahead. Wallkill resident Joseph Duprey suffered the heart attack on Friday, July 31, and was rushed to Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, according to his wife, Rosa Duprey.   Because of the severity of his condition, Joseph underwent emergency surgery, but his condition continued to worsen during the procedure, his wife said. He was then transferred to Westchester Medical Center for more adv…
Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Westchester County Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Westchester County
Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Westchester County A Westchester County hair salon is beginning the long process of rebuilding after it was destroyed in the same fire that heavily damaged a neighboring day spa late last month.  Libellula Hair Salon, located at 1326 Pleasantville Rd. in Briarcliff Manor, was destroyed in the early morning blaze on Wednesday, July 29, which also left Bella Maiya Day Spa a total loss inside.  A GoFundMe campaign launched on Wednesday, Aug. 5, is now helping salon owner Tara Colavecchio recover. Organizer and friend Jessica Steiner said Colavecchio lost virtually everything needed to operate the …
These Westchester-Filmed TV Shows Are Nominated For Emmys These Westchester-Filmed TV Shows Are Nominated For Emmys
These Westchester-Filmed TV Shows Are Nominated For Emmys Television productions filmed across Westchester County are heading into this year's Emmy Awards with nearly two dozen nominations, including three contenders for Outstanding Drama Series.  Westchester County officials announced Thursday, Aug. 6, that five productions shot at locations throughout the county received nominations for the 78th Annual Emmy Awards, which will be held on Monday, Sept. 14, and will air on NBC at 8 p.m. EST.  Leading the way is HBO's "The Gilded Age," which earned eight nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series. The series filmed at locations includ…
Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up
Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up Some people spend a lifetime lifting others up. Now, a Maryland family is hoping the favor comes back around. The call for help starts in Hagerstown, where Gina Gabianelli has launched a GoFundMe campaign for her cousin, nationally recognized comic book artist Andy Fish, who was diagnosed with two rare blood cancers and is preparing for a life-saving stem-cell transplant. Fish, a father of three and longtime Massachusetts resident, has spent nearly three decades building a career as a professional artist, writer and educator.  His work has appeared in Marvel Comics, Archie Comics, War…
These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies
These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies Two beagles are making history after scientists said they created the first genetically edited dogs without the major protein responsible for most canine allergies. New York-based Kindred Companion Sciences unveiled the two female dogs named Alfie and Bailey on Wednesday, Aug. 5. The beagles were born in September 2024 after researchers used CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology to eliminate Can f 1, the primary dog allergen.  Kindred's findings were published in a peer-reviewed study in The CRISPR Journal. The company said researchers didn't detect Can f 1 prote…
After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley
After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley A temporary CVS pharmacy is now serving customers just over a month after a devastating fire destroyed a Dutchess County location during severe Fourth of July storms.  Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino announced on Wednesday, Aug. 5, that a mobile CVS pharmacy is now open in the parking lot of the former CVS building in Pawling at 26 East Main St.   The temporary pharmacy comes after a July 4 fire leveled the CVS and the adjoining Pawling Yoga & Wellness building. The blaze erupted after powerful thunderstorms swept through the area, igniting what Pawling Fire Chief Ev…