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Meet Actor Chazz Palminteri During Special Event At His Westchester Eatery: Here's When Meet Actor Chazz Palminteri During Special Event At His Westchester Eatery: Here's When
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…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
New Movie Theater Coming To Westchester: Here's When It Will Open New Movie Theater Coming To Westchester: Here's When It Will Open
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 …

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by Ben Crnic
News
Avoid Scams: These Are Top 10 Consumer Frauds Of 2023, NY AG Says Avoid Scams: These Are Top 10 Consumer Frauds Of 2023, NY AG Says
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…

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by Ben Crnic
News
COVID-19: Retailer Closing Hudson Valley Location COVID-19: Retailer Closing Hudson Valley Location
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.  …

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by Joe Lombardi
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
Stormy Daniels Abruptly Cancels 'Tell All' Show In Hudson Valley Stormy Daniels Abruptly Cancels 'Tell All' Show In Hudson Valley
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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Stormy Daniels 'Tell All' Show Will Be Held In Hudson Valley Stormy Daniels 'Tell All' Show Will Be Held In Hudson Valley
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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Lord & Taylor To Close Another Area Store Lord & Taylor To Close Another Area Store
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…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Yorktown Grange Fair Will Mark 95th Year Yorktown Grange Fair Will Mark 95th Year
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 …

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location
Popular Spanish Restaurant Opens Ridgefield Location A popular tapas restaurant and entertainment spot in South Norwalk Spanish-Mediterranean restaurant is opening a second location in Ridgefield. Tablao Wine Bar & Restaurant has announced the grand opening Wednesday, May 22 from 4 to 10 p.m. at 426 Main St., formerly Fifty Coins. There will be complimentary Sangria, selected wine, and hors d'oeuvres. RSVP to info@tablaoridgefield.com Chef Raul Gonzalez and owners Juan ‘Vinny’ Gonzalez, Galo Aleman, and Jose-Luis Contreras have created an intimate locale evoking the style and sensibility of a modern wine and tapas bar like …

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by Donna Christopher
Lifestyle
Bob Seger, Bryan Adams, Jimmy Buffett Among Featured Performers For Jones Beach Concert Season Bob Seger, Bryan Adams, Jimmy Buffett Among Featured Performers For Jones Beach Concert Season
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…

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by Donna Christopher
Business
MGM Gets Official OK To Buy Empire City Casino, Yonkers Raceway MGM Gets Official OK To Buy Empire City Casino, Yonkers Raceway
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,…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Netflix Hiking Prices For 58M US Subscribers Netflix Hiking Prices For 58M US Subscribers
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…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Tony Award Winner Ben Vereen Will Strut His Stuff At Ridgefield Playhouse Tony Award Winner Ben Vereen Will Strut His Stuff At Ridgefield Playhouse
Tony Award Winner Ben Vereen Will Strut His Stuff At Ridgefield Playhouse Multitalented entertainer and Tony Award-winner Ben Vereen, also known as the ‘Minister of Fun,’ will be making a highly anticipated appearance at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m. La Quinta Inns and Suites Presents Ben Vereen: Steppin’ Out For The Holidays is just one part of Ridgefield Magazine Broadway and Cabaret Series. Transportation will be provided by Nutmeg Livery Service. The show will comprise a number of Vereen’s most famous hits, making for an unforgettable night of song and dance with the perfect mix of theatre. From ‘Magic to Do’ from Pippin to ‘Wait For It…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Dutchess County Fair Draws Nearly Half A Million People Dutchess County Fair Draws Nearly Half A Million People
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…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Chappaqua's Hillary Clinton To Appear On CBS Show 'Madam Secretary' Chappaqua's Hillary Clinton To Appear On CBS Show 'Madam Secretary'
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…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Finalist From South Salem Will Reach For Stars In Darien's Got Talent Finalist From South Salem Will Reach For Stars In Darien's Got Talent
Finalist From South Salem Will Reach For Stars In Darien's Got Talent Finalists from throughout the area are headed to the annual Darien’s Got Talent, the Darien Arts Center’s popular talent competition that takes place June 23. Held at 7 p.m. at Darien High School, the fundraising event for the Darien Arts Center features 21 finalists from around the area who will compete before entertainment professionals for a chance at cash prizes.  In addition to competing on stage for cash prizes, contestants can now compete to help raise money for the DAC. The public is encouraged to vote online at darienarts.org, as many times as they wish, for their favorite contesta…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Yada Yada Yada: Jerry Seinfeld To Appear At Resorts World Catskills Yada Yada Yada: Jerry Seinfeld To Appear At Resorts World Catskills
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…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Westchester Branding Expert Gets Scoop On The Property Brothers Westchester Branding Expert Gets Scoop On The Property Brothers
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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by Jeanne Muchnick