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Hit-Run: Beloved Hudson Valley HS Teacher Dies In Cape Cod Crash Hit-Run: Beloved Hudson Valley HS Teacher Dies In Cape Cod Crash
Hit-Run: Beloved Hudson Valley HS Teacher Dies In Cape Cod Crash Authorities are investigating after a high school teacher in New York who lived in Connecticut was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Massachusetts, police said.  Fairfield County resident Jeffrey Richardson, age 59, of Brookfield, who taught music in Northern Westchester County at John Jay High School in Cross River, died on Tuesday, July 11 following the incident that happened the day before around 9:40 p.m. in the town of Wellfleet on Cape Cod.  According to Wellfleet Police, at the time of the incident, officers were called to Route 6, where Richardson was lying unresponsive …
Hudson Valley Native Who Served In Navy, Worked As Physical Therapist Dies Hudson Valley Native Who Served In Navy, Worked As Physical Therapist Dies
Hudson Valley Native Who Served In Navy, Worked As Physical Therapist Dies A native of Northern Westchester who served in the military and worked as a physical therapist has died. Peter E. Clark, who was born in Mount Kisco and graduated from Fox Lane High School in Bedford, was age 62. He died on Sunday, April 30, and was a longtime resident of Palm Harbor, Florida.  After growing up in Bedford and graduating high school, he joined the US Navy and served his time in honor of his country out at sea during the time of the Libyan Crisis, according to his obituary. Afterward, he served at the Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, Illinois. He would go on to g…
Off-Duty Hudson Valley Firefighter Saves Woman From Burning Alive In Car Fire Off-Duty Hudson Valley Firefighter Saves Woman From Burning Alive In Car Fire
Off-Duty Hudson Valley Firefighter Saves Woman From Burning Alive In Car Fire An off-duty Westchester County firefighter proved himself to be a hero when he saved a woman from burning alive in her car.  On Saturday, Nov. 26 around 3:10 a.m., firefighters in Connecticut responded to a reported car fire with an injured woman trapped inside in Northern Fairfield County at Route 7 northbound in Brookfield in the area of the Junction Road overpass, according to the Brookfield Volunteer Fire Company.  Upon arriving at the scene, firefighters saw that a bystander, off-duty White Plains firefighter and Brookfield resident Nicholas Perri Jr., had come…
24-Year-Old Found Guilty Of Rape In Area 24-Year-Old Found Guilty Of Rape In Area
24-Year-Old Found Guilty Of Rape In Area A New York jury has found a 24-year-old Connecticut man guilty of rape. Fairfield County resident Lucas Xavier, of Brookfield, was convicted Thursday, May 12, following a trial for third-degree rape in Orange County. The charges stemmed from an incident that occurred in Woodbury in 2019, according to New York State Police. Xavier had been accused of forcible sexual intercourse with an unwilling party, police said. He later turned himself in to police. “When someone says no, it means no,” Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler said in a statement following the verdict. “I commend …
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…
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers arrested 20 drivers in the area for allegedly driving while impaired. Local residents charged include:  Westchester County On Friday, Oct. 11, State Police from Somers arrested Joseph Salerno, 51, of Lewisboro, for DWI. He was traveling on Old Pond Road in the town of Lewisboro, when he was interviewed during a welfare check. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Oct. 12, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Shannon R. Bishop, 27, of Cortlandt, for DWI. She was traveling on State Rou…
Longtime Area Resident Carol Dreska, Office Manager, Dies At 52 Longtime Area Resident Carol Dreska, Office Manager, Dies At 52
Longtime Area Resident Carol Dreska, Office Manager, Dies At 52 An office manager in Fairfield County who grew up in and graduated from high school in Northern Westchester has died at age 52.. Carol L. Dreska, (nee Chiacchia) of Sherman, Connecticut, died Thursday, Aug. 15 at Lake Bomoseen, Vermont.  She was the office manager for  Neves Electric in Brookfield. Dreska was born on Feb. 27, 1967, in Mount Kisco, to the late Mario and Patsy Chiacchia. She grew up in Katonah and attended John Jay High School in Cross River. Dreska was a huge Jets fan and avid cook. She loved lake life in Vermont. She could always be heard cheering on "Bobby…
Daniel E. Kendrick, 29, Of Danbury, Remembered As 'Loyal, True Friend' Daniel E. Kendrick, 29, Of Danbury, Remembered As 'Loyal, True Friend'
Daniel E. Kendrick, 29, Of Danbury, Remembered As 'Loyal, True Friend' A 29-year-old Danbury man being remembered as "loyal" and a "true friend' died Friday, June 7. Daniel Eric Kendrick was born and raised in Port Charlotte, Florida, on August 19, 1989, to Doreen Johnson Panyard and Kenneth Wilson. Kendrick had many passions in his life, most of all he enjoyed making others laugh. Though he had an old soul, he was a true kid at heart. Kendrick had a heart of gold and was a loyal, true friend to everyone that knew him.  He is survived by Kelly Sagnelli, of Brookfield and her children, Avery and Mason; his mother Doreen Johnson Panyard (husband Tim P…
Four From Dutchess Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Four From Dutchess Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Four From Dutchess Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Seventeen motorists in the Hudson Valley were among 23 drivers removed from the roadways for alleged impaired driving over the weekend. Local residents charged include: Westchester County On Saturday, June 1, State Police from Somers arrested Lisa M. Canecchia, 43, of New Castle, for DWI. She was traveling on State Route 100 in Somers, when she was involved in a one-car crash. Investigation revealed she was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Sunday, June 2, State Police from Cortlandt arrested Joshua A. Gil, 27, of Peekskill, for Aggravated DWI. He was trav…
Six Dutchess County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Six Dutchess County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Six Dutchess County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers busted nearly two dozen local motorists who were allegedly driving while impaired in the area over the past week. The local residents charged were: Dutchess County On Friday, Jan. 11, State Police troopers from Rhinebeck arrested Gerard V. Ollis, 43, of Poughkeepsie, for DWAI Drugs. He was traveling on Route 9 in Rhinebeck, when he was struck a mailbox and then left the scene. Ollis was stopped on Mills Cross Road in Hyde Park, the investigation revealed that he was impaired by drugs, and he was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Jan. 12…
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops More than 30 motorists were busted by New York State Police troopers as law enforcement agencies in the Hudson Valley continue a nationwide crackdown on drunk, drugged and distracted driving. A total of 18 of those charged were from the region: Westchester County On Friday, Oct. 12, State Police from Somers arrested Edwin P. Loja Cabrera, 21, of Ossining, for DWI. He was traveling on Route 100 in Somers, when he was involved in a motor vehicle crash. Investigation revealed that he was impaired by alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Oct 12, State Police from Cortlandt arrest…
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Leads To Road Closure In Area Fatal Pedestrian Crash Leads To Road Closure In Area
Fatal Pedestrian Crash Leads To Road Closure In Area Route 25 in Brookfield has reopened to traffic after being closed for more than four hours following a fatal crash involving a pedestrian. According to the Brookfield Police, the roadway was closed for hours as the department's Major Crash Investigation Team worked the crash scene. The crash occurred in the 200 block of the highway around 11 a.m. Friday.  No additional information was immediately available. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Lawsuit: Man Suffered Brain Damage When Rod Fell At Area Costco Lawsuit: Man Suffered Brain Damage When Rod Fell At Area Costco
Lawsuit: Man Suffered Brain Damage When Rod Fell At Area Costco A 62-year-old man who claims he suffered irreversible brain damage when a steel rod fell on him at a Brookfield Costco in 2016, has sued the wholesale chain. Peter Aurigemma Jr. of North Salem filed the seven-page lawsuit Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut in Hartford, claims that he was severely injured when he was reaching for a package of paper towels from the top of a display 7- to 8-feet high when he was struck in the face by a falling steel rod. The suit, which was filed for Aurigemma by his attorney, Christopher Sochacki of Litchfield-based Cramer & An…
How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms
How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms Here's a rundown of rainfall totals from Tuesday's storms that caused flooding in parts of the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County. Connecticut Fairfield County Trumbull 7.32 inches, 9:42 p.m.  Shelton 5.28 inches, 7:52 p.m. Wilton 5.25 inches, 6:30 p.m. Westport 4.04 inches, 7:57 p.m. Norwalk 3.57 inches, 8 p.m. New Canaan 3.49 inches, 5 p.m. Danbury 2.71 inches, 8 p.m. Fairfield 2.66 inches, 7:54 p.m. Stratford 2.38 inches, 8:05 p.m. Brookfield 2.37 inches 10 p.m. New Fairfield 2.27 inches, 7:15 p.m. Bethel 2 inches, 3 p.m. Bridgeport Airport 1.97 inches, 8 p.m. Darien 1.54 i…
Woman Extricated In Two-Vehicle I-84 Crash Woman Extricated In Two-Vehicle I-84 Crash
Woman Extricated In Two-Vehicle I-84 Crash A woman was extricated after a two-vehicle crash on I-84 late Saturday night. The crash occurred just before 11 p.m. in Bethel between exits 8 and 9, where responders from Bethel, Danbury and Brookfield converged on the scene.  Danbury Engine 24 was the first unit to arrive, finding the woman injured and unable to get out of a small minivan that was on its side, said James Gagliardo, public information officer of the Danbury Fire Department.  Lt. Ted Mourges coordinated the rescue effort while Deputy Chief Bernie Meehan worked with the chiefs of Stony Hill, Bethel, and Brookfield Fire Depa…
Six Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI By State Police Six Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI By State Police
Six Dutchess Residents Charged With DWI By State Police With law enforcement agencies in the Hudson Valley continuing their crackdown on drunk, drugged and distracted driving, several local residents were among two dozen motorists who found themselves charged with DWI offenses in the area this past week. Local residents charged were: Westchester County On Friday, Sept. 7, State Police from Brewster arrested Michele Drella, 53, of Mount Kisco, for DWI. She was traveling on I-684 in Southeast, when she was stopped for a vehicle and traffic law violation. Investigation revealed that she was impaired by alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On S…
Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash
Motorcyclist Injured In Route 7 Crash This story has been updated. There were stop-and-go delays on a stretch of Route 7 in Fairfield County early Sunday after a crash involving a motorcycle. The crash occurred around 12:30 p.m. on northbound Route 7 near Route 202/Federal Road in Brookfield. The extent of the motorcyclist's injuries were not immediately released. Traffic was backed up to Exit 11 (White Turkey Road). This continues to be a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute
I-84 Crash Causes Gridlock During Morning Commute This story has been updated. A serious crash that initially took out two lanes caused gridlock on a stretch of I-84 Thursday morning. The crash occurred around 7:15 a.m. on the westbound side at Route 7/202 (Exit 7) in Danbury, with delays to Connecticut 25 (Exit 9) in Brookfield before it was cleared. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Popular School Administrator, Ex-Area HS Basketball Standout Dies At 53 Popular School Administrator, Ex-Area HS Basketball Standout Dies At 53
Popular School Administrator, Ex-Area HS Basketball Standout Dies At 53 A popular school administrator in Northern Westchester and youth sports coach in Fairfield County has died at age 53. Brian Davidson was assistant principal at Fox Lane Middle School in Bedford who worked in the Bedford Central School District for 20 years. He also served as a guidance counselor during that time. Davidson had been on leave for the past year, according to BCSD Superintendent of Schools Christopher Manno. He died on Thursday, Aug. 16. He is survived by  his wife Sharon and children, Emma, Olivia and Devin, and was predeceased by another daughter, Katie. Davidson was a resid…
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Driving While Impaired Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Driving While Impaired
Three Dutchess Residents Charged With Driving While Impaired With local and state police agencies cracking down on drunk, drugged and distracted driving, several local residents were among nearly two dozen in the area who found themselves on the wrong side of the law. As part of the STOP-DWI crackdown, State Police troopers busted several motorists for driving while intoxicated as they attempt to stop motorists from drinking and driving in the area. Police said that during the enforcement, drivers can expect a number of sobriety checkpoints and DWI patrols. Troopers will also be looking for motorists who are using their phones and other electronic de…
Woman Driving Without Lights On In Area Faces DWI Charge, Sheriff Says Woman Driving Without Lights On In Area Faces DWI Charge, Sheriff Says
Woman Driving Without Lights On In Area Faces DWI Charge, Sheriff Says A Fairfield County woman was busted by Putnam County Sheriff's deputies for DWI after they spotted her driving without lights.  Mary K. Villaverde, 63, of Brookfield was arrested around 2:20 a.m., Saturday, March 24, when Deputy Sheriff Joseph Sadowski observed a car on Main Street in the Village of Brewster without any lights on and crossing into the oncoming lane of traffic, the department said. Sadowski stopped the vehicle and determined Villaverde was intoxicated. She was charged with driving while intoxicated with a BAC of .16%. Villaverde is due to appear in the Village of Brewster J…
BJ’s Will Offer Chainwide Instacart Delivery BJ’s Will Offer Chainwide Instacart Delivery
BJ’s Will Offer Chainwide Instacart Delivery BJ’s Wholesale Club is making shopping easier for East Coast shoppers, announcing its intention to expand its same-day delivery partnership with Instacart. Officials from the popular retailer announced this week that it will now offer the service to all of its membership clubs no later than the end of April, following a lengthy pilot program at 18 stores in the region, a spokesperson said. Instacart will soon be available for all 215 of BJ’s clubs on the East Coast. Instacart delivery starts at $5.99 on orders of $35 or more. Instacart Express membership is also available, enabling unlimite…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From The Area Check out storm photos submitted by Daily Voice readers The latest Nor'easter to hit the area resulted once again in downed tree and wires and numerous power outages. But there was something different about Wednesday's storm than the one last Friday. Namely, snow. And for much of the area, lots of it, with more than two feet accumulating in some spots. (As you'll soon see.) Here is a sampling of snowfall totals from throughout the tristate area. If you don't see your town listed yet, please leave the total by posting a comment here. Hudson Valley Westchester County Armonk 13.5 inches,…
Driver To Be Sentenced In Drunk Driving Death Of Fishkill Student, 21 Driver To Be Sentenced In Drunk Driving Death Of Fishkill Student, 21
Driver To Be Sentenced In Drunk Driving Death Of Fishkill Student, 21 The Westchester County woman who pleaded guilty to drinking, driving and killing a 21-year-old Manhattanville College lacrosse player is due to be sentenced this week. Rye resident Emma Fox, 26, is scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday for her role in the fatal crash that took the life of Fishkill resident Robby Schartner, who graduated from Brookfield, Conn., High School and formerly lived in Putnam County, in Garrison. According to the deal Fox made last year, she will be sentenced to six months in jail and more than four years of probation after she pleaded guilty to second-degree vehic…