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Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town
Rumor Of Taylor Swift Sighting Causes Fan Frenzy In Fairfield County Town It was Swiftie Mania day in a Connecticut town after a rumor started that the mega pop queen Taylor Swift was lunching in town with her new boyfriend Travis Kelce. In the heart of Fairfield County, hundreds of teens, moms, and well, guys, turned up in the town. of New Canaan outside the popular Elm Restaurant on Thursday, Oct. 20 where Swift was supposed to be inside dining with boyfriend Kelce (the Kansas City Chiefs tight end), Swift's BFF actor Blake Lively, and Lively's hubby actor Ryan Reynolds who live in neighboring Pound Ridge in Northern Westchester County.  Once the rumor made it…
Longtime Hudson Valley Resident Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate Longtime Hudson Valley Resident Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate
Longtime Hudson Valley Resident Richard Gere Identified As Buyer Of Singer Paul Simon's Estate To say Richard Gere has been active in the real estate market in the region would be quite an understatement. The popular actor moved from one Northern Westchester County town to another one early last year when he moved to North Salem after listing his property in Pound Ridge for $28 million. (The Pound Ridge sale price wound up being around $24 million.) Now, the 74-year-old Gere, best known for his roles in the movies "Pretty Woman," and "An Officer and a Gentleman," has been identified as the buyer of a country estate in Fairfield County that was owned by singer-songwriter Paul Simon&nb…
Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful' Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful'
Restaurant Once Owned By Richard Gere Closes In Hudson Valley: 'We Are So Grateful' A restaurant once owned by famed actor and Northern Westchester resident Richard Gere has announced its closure.  The Barn at Bedford Post, located in Bedford at 954 Old Post Rd., announced that it closed earlier in the year after more than three years under its current ownership, according to the eatery's website.  A message posted on the restaurant's website by the owners said that "We are so grateful to have been a part of this amazing community."  "We look forward to sharing future experiences with you!" the message continued. No other reason for the closing was given.&n…
Don't Stop Her Now: Watch This American Idol Star From Hudson Valley Cover Queen Don't Stop Her Now: Watch This American Idol Star From Hudson Valley Cover Queen
Don't Stop Her Now: Watch This American Idol Star From Hudson Valley Cover Queen A breakout "American Idol" star from Northern Westchester will be advancing to the next round of the iconic show after impressing celebrity judges with an impassioned performance of a popular Queen song.  Kaylin Hedges, a 15-year-old from Pound Ridge who made her first appearance on the show on Sunday, Feb. 26, again performed on an episode that aired on Monday, April 3.  During this second appearance, she performed a cover of Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now" as a duet with fellow contestant Tyson Venegas as part of the show's Hollywood Week Duets.  Because Hedges earned a platinum ticket afte…
This Boutique Will Be Styling American Idol Star From Hudson Valley: Here's When This Boutique Will Be Styling American Idol Star From Hudson Valley: Here's When
This Boutique Will Be Styling American Idol Star From Hudson Valley: Here's When Fans of the hit show "American Idol" will soon be able to show their support for a breakout star from Westchester when a local boutique hosts her for a style day ahead of her next appearance on the show.  Kaylin Hedges, a 15-year-old from Pound Ridge who made an emotional appearance on the show on Sunday, Feb. 26, will be styled by Port Chester-based Madison's Niche on Monday, April 3 at 10 a.m., the store announced.  The woman-owned lifestyle boutique, located in the Rye Ridge Shopping Center at 114 South Ridge St., is inviting the public to come to support Hedges during her style day ahea…
Beloved Store Owner In Hudson Valley Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' Beloved Store Owner In Hudson Valley Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life'
Beloved Store Owner In Hudson Valley Dies: Lived 'Extraordinary Life' A well-known man from Fairfield County who owned a beloved store in Northern Westchester has died.  Stamford resident Joseph DiPietro, Sr. died on Friday, Feb. 10 at the age of 90, according to his obituary. DiPietro, who lived an "extraordinary life," was the owner of Chubby's Hardware in Pound Ridge located at 68 Westchester Ave., which was named after his childhood nickname, his obituary said. Born in 1932, DiPietro worked at Getman and Judd Lumber Co. after high school and eventually rose to the position of General Manager before deciding to take a risk and start his own…
Hudson Valley's Blake Lively Calls Out Paparazzi For Waiting Outside Of Home, Scaring Kids Hudson Valley's Blake Lively Calls Out Paparazzi For Waiting Outside Of Home, Scaring Kids
Hudson Valley's Blake Lively Calls Out Paparazzi For Waiting Outside Of Home, Scaring Kids Actress and Northern Westchester resident Blake Lively has shared a message to the paparazzi who were waiting outside of her home. In an Instagram post on Saturday, Sept. 17, the 35-year-old Pound Ridge resident shared some recent photographs of herself taken while she is pregnant with her fourth child. Lively said she posted the photos "so the 11 guys waiting outside of my home" waiting to snap a photo will leave. "You freak me and my kids out," she said. "Thanks to everyone else for all the love and respect and for continuing to unfollow accounts and publications who share photos of chil…
Man, Woman Injured After Being Hit By Car In Crash Involving 22-Year-Old From Hudson Valley Man, Woman Injured After Being Hit By Car In Crash Involving 22-Year-Old From Hudson Valley
Man, Woman Injured After Being Hit By Car In Crash Involving 22-Year-Old From Hudson Valley Two people were injured after being struck by a vehicle at a busy Fairfield County intersection in a crash involving a Hudson Valley man. The incident took place in Stamford around 11:20 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 14 at the intersection of Bedford Street and Broad Street. According to Sgt. Jeffrey Booth, of the Stamford Police, responding officers found two pedestrians, a man, and a woman lying on the ground injured. The woman, a 49-year-old Norwalk resident suffered a serious head injury and was transported to Stamford Hospital, where she is currently listed in critical, but st…
Buyer Of Richard Gere's Hudson Valley Estate Revealed In New Report Buyer Of Richard Gere's Hudson Valley Estate Revealed In New Report
Buyer Of Richard Gere's Hudson Valley Estate Revealed In New Report The buyer who purchased Richard Gere's Northern Westchester estate has been revealed in a new report from the New York Post. Television writer, director, and producer Ryan Murphy is known for creating a number of shows, including American Horror Story and Glee. The NY Post reported that the Pound Ridge estate was listed for $28 million and ultimately sold for $24.15 million. The property is 49 acres and includes an 11,658 square-foot mansion, the New York Post said. Gere, age 72, moved to a smaller property in North Salem. Related story: Actor Richard Gere's New North Salem Estat…
Richard Gere Finds Buyer For $28M Hudson Valley Estate, Report Says Richard Gere Finds Buyer For $28M Hudson Valley Estate, Report Says
Richard Gere Finds Buyer For $28M Hudson Valley Estate, Report Says Movie star Richard Gere has found a buyer for his $28 million suburban New York estate, according to a new report. Gere listed the 11,658 square-foot estate, located in Northern Westchester County, in the town of Pound Ridge, for $28 million, and moved to a smaller mansion in nearby North Salem, according to a report on Thursday, Jan. 20, from Dirt, a news outlet that focuses on luxury real estate. This week, Mansion Global reported that the listing for the 50-acre Pound Ridge property with eight bedrooms and 11 bathrooms went into contract,  according to Muffin Dowdle of Ginnel Real E…
Hudson Valley Man Caught With Cocaine After Being Pulled Over, Police Say Hudson Valley Man Caught With Cocaine After Being Pulled Over, Police Say
Hudson Valley Man Caught With Cocaine After Being Pulled Over, Police Say A Northern Westchester man was charged after police said he was found in possession of cocaine during a traffic stop in Connecticut. An officer in Fairfield County pulled a vehicle over on New Norwalk Road in New Canaan after seeing that the driver wasn't wearing a seatbelt at about 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 22, according to the New Canaan Police Department. During the traffic stop, police found that the driver, identified as 36-year-old Liandro Cardenas Avalos, of Pound Ridge, was in possession of cocaine, authorities said.  He was arrested and charged with possession of …
Parents Attack BOE In Hudson Valley For Lewd Images Of Special-Ed Students Parents Attack BOE In Hudson Valley For Lewd Images Of Special-Ed Students
Parents Attack BOE In Hudson Valley For Lewd Images Of Special-Ed Students Parents of special-education students in a Northern Westchester School District took a local Board of Education to task after new details emerged about the circulation of lewd photos and videos of their children on social media. Earlier this month, news broke out of the Bedford Central School District regarding depictions of special-needs students after photos were allegedly taken inside one of the boys' bathrooms at Fox Lane High School in Bedford. Original story - Students At Northern Westchester HS Face Disciplinary Action After ‘Disturbing Incident’ Once news of the photos and vid…
Actor Richard Gere's New Hudson Valley Estate Was Built For Retail Heir Actor Richard Gere's New Hudson Valley Estate Was Built For Retail Heir
Actor Richard Gere's New Hudson Valley Estate Was Built For Retail Heir With his longtime Northern Westchester estate now on the market, details have emerged on the newly-purchased mansion actor Richard Gere has settled into in a neighboring town. The 72-year-old Gere listed his Pound Ridge residence for $28 million, and moved to the estate in North Salem, according to a late-January report from Dirt, which covers the luxury real estate. The move to the $9.98 million, 35-acre, red-brick, seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom North Salem estate was described as a "downsizing" by the Daily Mail, which published a gallery of 17 photos of the new digs. The home was bu…
Richard Gere Moves From One Hudson Valley Town To Another, Report Says Richard Gere Moves From One Hudson Valley Town To Another, Report Says
Richard Gere Moves From One Hudson Valley Town To Another, Report Says Movie star Richard Gere has listed his Northern Westchester home for tens of millions of dollars and moved to another mansion in a neighboring town, according to a new report. Gere listed his property in Pound Ridge for $28 million, and moved to the estate in North Salem, according to a report on Thursday, Jan. 20, from Dirt, a news outlet that focuses on luxury real estate. The Pound Ridge home is 11,658 square feet, with eight bedrooms and nine full bathrooms, according to the report.  The 72-year-old actor, known for roles in films including "Pretty Woman" and "Runaway Bride," made…
Former HS Athlete In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 28 Former HS Athlete In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 28
Former HS Athlete In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 28 A 28-year-old former high school athlete has died suddenly at her home in Westchester. Christina P. Carpenito, age 28, of Valhalla, died Tuesday, Nov. 2 at her residence.  Known as being a talented singer and talented artist, she attended Valhalla High School and was a member of the varsity volleyball team. Carpenito was born on Oct. 24, 1993, to Michael and Jeanne P. (Feeney) Carpenito in White Plains. She is survived by her father, Michael Carpenito, her mother, Jeanne P. Steinberg, and stepfather, Lyle of Pound Ridge, and by her siblings, Jennifer McCrain of Bushkill, Pennsylvania…
Nationally Known Area Restaurant Owner Sentenced For Not Paying Taxes Nationally Known Area Restaurant Owner Sentenced For Not Paying Taxes
Nationally Known Area Restaurant Owner Sentenced For Not Paying Taxes A nationally known celebrity chef known as “Lord of the Pies” who owns restaurants in Westchester and Fairfield counties will spend time behind bars after admitting to not paying taxes. Bruno DiFabio, age 51, of Ridgefield, was sentenced on Thursday, May 6 to 30 days in prison, followed by three years of supervised release after pleading guilty to a federal tax offense in 2018. Specifically, DiFabio pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to file false income tax returns and payroll tax returns.  Currently, DiFabio has ownership interests in several pizza restaurants in Connecticut …
Bicyclist Struck, Killed By Van In Hudson Valley Bicyclist Struck, Killed By Van In Hudson Valley
Bicyclist Struck, Killed By Van In Hudson Valley A bicyclist from Fairfield County was struck and killed by a van in Northern Westchester. The incident happened on Saturday, Aug. 22 just before 1 p.m. in Pound Ridge. The 2014 Ford Econoline van, operated by Lorenzo Davis, 33, of the Bronx, was traveling south on Route 137 (High Ridge Road), when, for unknown reasons, struck a bicyclist also traveling south on High Ridge Road, state police said. The bicycle operator, Thomas J. Schultz, 70, of New Canaan, was pronounced dead by a Pound Ridge Emergency Medical Technician after life-saving techniques were unsuccessful. Pound Ridge Fire Depa…
Westchester COVID-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality Westchester COVID-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality
Westchester Covid-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality Westchester has entered Phase 1 of reopening the economy as the mid-Hudson Valley region met the metrics set forth by the state to begin recovering from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The number of active COVID-19 cases in Westchester continues to drop as of Tuesday, May 26, as the county, region, and the state begins climbing out of the hole created by the virus’ outbreak. Before reopening, businesses must provide a detailed plan to the county, review the guidance provided by the state and CDC, employees and patrons must continue to wear face coverings, and physical distancing …
COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester
Covid-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester There were nearly 300 new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Westchester as the mid-Hudson Valley region looks to begin reopening economies as soon as next week. As of Friday, May 22, 133,384 Westchester residents have been tested for COVID-19, with 32,767 testing positive for the virus, according to the state Department of Health. Since the outbreak began in New Rochelle in mid-March, 1,319 county residents have died from the virus. Earlier story - COVID-19: Long Island, Hudson Valley Could Reopen Next Week As Some Restrictions Eased Westchester, which is in the mid-Hudson…
Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of COVID-19 Cases By Municipality Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of COVID-19 Cases By Municipality
Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of Covid-19 Cases By Municipality Westchester is getting closer to entering phase one of reopening its economy due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as the overnight fatality numbers dropped to the lowest since the outbreak began. There have now been 32,402 confirmed positive COVID-19 cases in Westchester, an increase of less than 100, though only 2,162 are active, as more than 30,000 patients have been treated or self-resolved from the virus. Westchester County Executive George Latimer noted that a week ago, there were 3,227 active cases, and more than 8,000 as recently as three weeks ago. Less than 400 COVID-19…
COVID-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases COVID-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases
Covid-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases A pair of beaches in Westchester will be open for Memorial Day Weekend as the county continues to see novel coronavirus (COVID-19) hospitalization, infection, and fatality rates continue to trend in the right direction. Beaches at Playland and Croton Point will be open, though beach-goers will still have to adhere to social distancing protocol to help curb any spread of the virus. Westchester County Executive George Latimer noted that the Playland amusement park will remain closed through at least the end of July, the Fourth of July fireworks displays at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla and Fr…
Nearly 75 Percent In Westchester Test Negative For COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases Nearly 75 Percent In Westchester Test Negative For COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases
Nearly 75 Percent In Westchester Test Negative For Covid-19: New Breakdown Of Cases Nearly 120,000 Westchester residents have been tested for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), with nearly 75 percent testing negative for the virus, County Executive George Latimer said. During his daily COVID-19 briefing on Friday, May 15 in Yorktown, Latimer said that there have been 31,943 cases of COVID-19 in Westchester residents, with more than 29,000 having resolved from the virus. Earlier story - COVID-19: NY On Pause Measure Extended In Hudson Valley There are currently 2,711 active COVID-19 cases in Westchester, while 1,269 residents have died after contracting the virus. Latime…
COVID-19: Westchester Approaches 32,000 Cases, Fatalities Dropping COVID-19: Westchester Approaches 32,000 Cases, Fatalities Dropping
Covid-19: Westchester Approaches 32,000 Cases, Fatalities Dropping Nearly 32,000 Westchester residents have tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19), though the hospitalization, infection, and mortality rate continue to drop. As of Thursday, May 14, 118,022 Westchester residents have been tested for COVID-19, with 31,792 (26.9 percent) testing positive for the virus. Since the outbreak hit the county in early March, 1,256 Westchester residents have died from COVID-19. Related story - COVID-19: Fifth NY Region Reaches Benchmark To Reopen Economy; Check Status Of Others “The number of fatalities has been dropping dramatically night after night …
Active COVID-19 Cases In Westchester Under 3,000, Hospitalizations Fall Below 500: New Rundown Active COVID-19 Cases In Westchester Under 3,000, Hospitalizations Fall Below 500: New Rundown
Active Covid-19 Cases In Westchester Under 3,000, Hospitalizations Fall Below 500: New Rundown Westchester County may soon begin looking to reopen as the number of active novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases dipped below 2,000, and fewer than 500 patients are currently hospitalized. During his daily COVID-19 briefing on Wednesday, May 13, from Mount Vernon City Hall, Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced that the hospitalization, infection, and death rates are all down since peaking approximately a month ago. Latimer said that there have been 31,611 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Westchester, though there has been only a “fairly small increase over the last few days.” Of t…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Hospitalizations, Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Hospitalizations, Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Hospitalizations, Cases By Municipality More than 70 percent of Westchester residents tested for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) did not test positive for the virus, County Executive George Latimer said. During his daily COVID-19 briefing in White Plains on Tuesday, May 12, Latimer said that nearly 113,000 Westchester residents - more than 11 percent of the population - have been tested for the virus, with only 28 percent testing positive for COVID-19. There have been 31,472 positive COVID-19 cases in the county since the outbreak began in early March, according to the New York State Department of Health, resulting in the death of 1…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality, Hospitalizations COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality, Hospitalizations
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality, Hospitalizations Cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) are centered around Westchester's largest cities, though the number of active cases in the county continues to drop, nearing 3,000.  During his daily COVID-19 briefing on Monday, May 11, Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced that he had "encouraging news" regarding the virus' spread as the hospitalization and infection rate continues to trend in a positive direction. Latimer said that there have been 31,384 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the county, up 90 from 24 hours ago. However, the number of active cases dropped by nearly 300, …
COVID-19: Here's Latest Breakdown Of Westchester Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's Latest Breakdown Of Westchester Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's Latest Breakdown Of Westchester Cases By Municipality The number of active novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has dipped under 5,000 in Westchester County, though the death toll ticked up overnight. At his daily COVID-19 briefing on Thursday, May 7, at the Theodore D. Young Community Center in Greenburgh, County Executive George Latimer said that they’ve seen the fatality and hospital rate decreasing after peaking last month. Latimer said that current reports show that there have been 30,708 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Westchester since the first case in New Rochelle in early March. Of those positive cases, 25,959 patients have been cleared after tw…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality There could be an increase in the number of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Westchester as the county ramps up testing in nursing homes. During his daily COVID-19 briefing on Wednesday, May 6 at the Lenoir Preserve in Yonkers, County Executive George Latimer said that with the county taking over COVID-19 testing in nursing homes, there could be an increase in the numbers. “As of Monday (May 4), we can test for COVID inside nursing homes, and now that the county has a direct role in doing testing, we’d expect the numbers to jump up,” he said. “We’ve been seeing a steady decline in acti…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality There was a sudden spike in hospitalizations for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Westchester after the county enjoyed weeks of declining numbers. In the past 24 hours, 51 people were hospitalized with COVID-19, as the countywide total rose to 716 patients. During his daily COVID-19 briefing, Westchester County Executive George Latimer called it “an unusual spike,” and said he and the Health Department will be monitoring the numbers in the coming days to see whether this is a trend or not. As of Tuesday, May 5, there have been 101,497 Westchester residents tested for COVID-19, with 30,240 p…
New COVID-19 Numbers In Westchester 'Encouraging,' Says Latimer: Latest Cases By Municipality New COVID-19 Numbers In Westchester 'Encouraging,' Says Latimer: Latest Cases By Municipality
New Covid-19 Numbers In Westchester 'Encouraging,' Says Latimer: Latest Cases By Municipality The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) numbers in Westchester “are encouraging,” according to County Executive George Latimer. As the county enters its third month combating COVID-19, Latimer said that there have been a total of 29,323 positive cases of the 99,442 Westchester residents tested.  Of those cases, there have been 1,049 residents who died from the virus since the outbreak began in New Rochelle in early March. There are currently 6,756 active cases in Westchester, which is down from 8,000 cases approximately a month ago, and more than 11,000 at the peak of the outbreak.  La…
COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality COVID-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality
Covid-19: Here's Latest Update On Westchester Cases By Municipality After becoming one of the hottest spots for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country in early March, Westchester may be coming down the backside of the “curve,” according to County Executive George Latimer. In Westchester, 92,829 people have been tested during the pandemic, with 28,970 testing positive, including 344 new cases. Since the outbreak began, 1,031 Westchester residents have died, 25 more than 24 hours ago. While the cases and deaths continue to climb, Latimer said that they’re seeing fewer cases, and are have 1,000 fewer active COVID-19 cases than a week or two ago. He noted …