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Popular Rockland County Deli Sold After Decades In Business Popular Rockland County Deli Sold After Decades In Business
Popular Rockland County Deli Sold After Decades In Business After 36 years in business, a popular Hudson Valley deli has been sold after the owner retired. Rockland County's Dee's Country Deli at 51 N Liberty Drive closed on Friday, March 1 in Stony Point after owner Tom Sayre announced he was retiring. According to a notice on the building, Sayre said he was closing to pursue the next chapter of his life.  "Your loyalty and friendship are appreciated more than you know," the sign said. The deli, what many might call a "hole in the wall," has been popular with locals and Yelpers for years. One Yelper put it this way: "Dee's Country Deli…

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by Kathy Reakes
Politics
Rockland County State Assemblyman Announces He Won't Seek Re-election Rockland County State Assemblyman Announces He Won't Seek Re-election
Rockland County State Assemblyman Announces He Won't Seek Re-election A longtime Hudson Valley assemblyman has announced his decision against seeking re-election. Rockland County Democrat Ken Zebrowski, who represents the 96th District, which includes the towns of Clarkstown and Haverstraw and a portion of Orangetown, announced his decision on Thursday, Jan. 25. “It has been a profound honor to serve as a member of the NYS Assembly for the past 17 years," Zebrowski said. "I want to thank the residents of Rockland County for the privilege of fighting for them and representing our neighborhoods during these nine terms."  He said he was proud of his statew…

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by Kathy Reakes
Schools
Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley Announces Retirement Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley Announces Retirement
Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley Announces Retirement A superintendent at one of the largest school districts in Northern Westchester has just announced he will be retiring. Andrew Selesnick has been in his post at the Katonah-Lewisboro School District since 2015, when he accepted the position after serving as principal at Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua. His retirement will be effective Friday, July 12. "It is hard to express how grateful I am to have been your superintendent for nine years and an educator in Northern Westchester for 32 years," Selesnick said in a statement. "Though I’m retiring as superintendent, I will seek new way…

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by Joe Lombardi
Lifestyle
Happy Trails: Piermont Among Best Places To Retire In America, Report Says Happy Trails: Piermont Among Best Places To Retire In America, Report Says
Happy Trails: Piermont Among Best Places To Retire In America, Report Says Forget the palm trees and year-round beach weather in Florida; it turns out the best place to while away your golden years is right here in the Empire State, according to a new ranking. The New York village of Lake Success, located on Long Island in Nassau County, snagged the number one spot on Niche’s 2023 list of “Best Places to Retire in America.” To come up with its ranking, the site looked at several factors of interest to retirees, including weather, crime rates, housing costs, and access to amenities like restaurants, golf courses, fitness centers, and doctors. The most recent censu…

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by Michael Mashburn
Schools
Retired Educator To Fill In For Superintendent On Medical Leave At District In Hudson Valley Retired Educator To Fill In For Superintendent On Medical Leave At District In Hudson Valley
Retired Educator To Fill In For Superintendent On Medical Leave At District In Hudson Valley A school district in Westchester has announced that a retired former superintendent with over 40 years of experience will be filling in for its current leader, who is out on medical leave.  Longtime educator Joel Adelberg has been appointed as acting superintendent of the Irvington Union Free School District and will fill in for Kristopher Harrison, who is out on medical leave, officials announced on Monday, Aug. 28.  Adelberg, who has an educational career spanning over 40 years and served as the superintendent of the Bedford Central School District before retiring, was…

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by Ben Crnic
News
'Nightmarish' Shark Attack At Coastal NY Beach: Support Swells For Victim 'Nightmarish' Shark Attack At Coastal NY Beach: Support Swells For Victim
'Nightmarish' Shark Attack At Coastal NY Beach: Support Swells For Victim The victim of a shark attack along the New York coast has undergone five surgeries in just over a week, with no end in sight, according to her family. “She…was eagerly anticipating her retirement, when she could — for the first time in her life — take a break.” Tatyana Koltunyuk was bitten by a shark on the left leg on Monday, Aug. 7 while swimming at Rockaway Beach in Queens, setting her forth on a life path her family could not anticipate. The 65-year-old woman was close to retirement, meant to be a promise of rest after a “grueling” life, as her daughter describes in a GoFundMe set up…

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by Sophie Grieser
Lifestyle
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business
Iconic Hudson Valley Eatery Days Away From Closing After 50 Years In Business After a half-century of slinging some of the best hot dogs to be found in the Hudson Valley, the three owners of Smith Street Hot Dogs are hanging up their aprons and closing the business permanently. John Pavlos, one of the owners of the Dutchess County restaurant located of course on Smith Street in the City of Poughkeepsie, told Daily Voice it's time to retire, spend some time with his wife, and travel. "It's been great," Pavlos said. "We have the best customers who have been coming for years." Yum, a couple of Smith Street hot dogs.Smith Street Hot Dogs Packed for years, Pavlos sai…

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by Kathy Reakes
Schools
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire: Decision Made With 'Very Heavy Heart' School Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire: Decision Made With 'Very Heavy Heart'
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire: Decision Made With 'Very Heavy Heart' The superintendent of a Hudson Valley school district has made the unexpected decision to retire in order to take care of a family member. Laurie Bandlow of the Brewster Central School District in Putnam County is set to retire at the end of the 2023-24 school year, according to an announcement by the school district.  The "unexpected" decision came after Bandlow's mother died in September 2022 and she realized that she would soon need to care for her aging father, according to district officials.  Because of this, she decided to give notice to the district a year in advance…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
Popular Italian Restaurant In Rockland Announces Date For Closure Popular Italian Restaurant In Rockland Announces Date For Closure
Popular Italian Restaurant In Rockland Announces Date For Closure The owner of a longtime Hudson Valley restaurant has announced the last date the eatery will be open for business. Marcello’s Ristorante, an Italian restaurant located in Suffern in Rockland County, will have its last official day with its regular menu on Saturday, Dec. 31, Chef Marcello Russodivito announced. 29 DAYS TO LAST OFFICIAL SERVICE AT MARCELLO'S One of my favored video recipe for each day. December 31 is the LAST... Posted by Marcello’s Ristorante on Saturday, December 3, 2022 Russodivito said he is retiring from the restaurant business and plans to focus on other project…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
'An Offer I Can't Refuse': Rockland Restaurant To Close After Nearly 4 Decades In Business 'An Offer I Can't Refuse': Rockland Restaurant To Close After Nearly 4 Decades In Business
'An Offer I Can't Refuse': Rockland Restaurant To Close After Nearly 4 Decades In Business A much beloved Hudson Valley restaurant that has been a staple for residents for some 37 years will close its doors early next year. Chef Marcello Russodivito of Rockland County staple Marcello's Ristorante, which has been on Lafayette Avenue in Suffern for almost 37 years, announced on Facebook he is closing in the second week of January 2023 after receiving an offer "I can't refuse." Russodivito plans to go out with a bang with a large New Year's Eve celebration, and then for the next two weeks, he will offer family-style dinners for just $19,98 a person, in a nod to the year he opened i…

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Popular Pair Retiring After 32 Years Running Highly-Rated Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Popular Pair Retiring After 32 Years Running Highly-Rated Pizzeria In Hudson Valley
Popular Pair Retiring After 32 Years Running Highly-Rated Pizzeria In Hudson Valley The owners of a favorite Hudson Valley pizza shop have decided to retire after 32 years in business. Johnny and Drita Tomaj, the owners of Little Jozefs Pizza in Hopewell Junction, who won Daily Voice's Best Pizza in Dutchess County several years ago, said it's time to spend time with the grandkids instead of tossing pizza dough. "For all these years of support, we want to thank you: our customers and friends. This time is bittersweet for us," the couple said. Earlier Story: Little Jozef's In Hopewell Junction Wins DVlicious Best Pizza In Dutchess Besides hanging out with the grandch…

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Former Police Chief In NY Arrested, Admits To Misconduct Former Police Chief In NY Arrested, Admits To Misconduct
Former Police Chief In NY Arrested, Admits To Misconduct A former police chief in New York has admitted to misconduct on the job. Robert Ashe, age 62, was arrested Monday, May 16, on charges of official misconduct while serving his position in Rensselaer County, according to New York State Police. Investigators said while working as chief of the Village of Hoosick Falls Police Department, Ashe stole evidence and then created paperwork to cover up the theft. He pleaded guilty Monday in the Village of Hoosick Falls court. The plea came just days after the village announced that Ashe had officially retired after being on paid suspension since De…

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by Michael Mashburn
Police & Fire
New Details Released After Officer Shot, Hospitalized In Hudson Valley New Details Released After Officer Shot, Hospitalized In Hudson Valley
New Details Released After Officer Shot, Hospitalized In Hudson Valley New details have emerged after a police officer in Westchester nearing his retirement was shot by a suspect during a weapons investigation. In Yonkers, an officer and suspect were both taken to area hospitals after a shooting in the area of Elm Street and Linden Street in the city, police announced shortly after 2:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 20. Original report: Police Report Shooting Involving Officer In Yonkers According to officials, members of the Yonkers Police Department and an FBI agent were conducting a gun investigation and attempted to apprehend three suspects in a bode…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Area Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Area
Shop To Close After 20-Year Run In Area A Hudson Valley boutique is set to close its doors after more than 20 years in business. Karen Clark Adin, the owner of the Ulster County gift shop Bop to Tottom, announced that the business will close on Saturday, March 26. "I have been so lucky to do what I love for 22 years," Adin said in the announcement on Sunday, Feb. 20. "From the moment I stepped foot in this neighborhood I loved this community for its vibrancy, and I thank everyone for their support of my shop through the years. Now, I'm excited to focus on prioritizing myself in this next, new phase of my life - in retirement!" T…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Hudson Valley Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business Hudson Valley Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business
Hudson Valley Eatery Closes After 25 Years In Business A Hudson Valley eatery has permanently closed its doors after 25 years in business.The owner of the Foundry Cafe, located in Putnam County, made the announcement on Saturday, Feb. 12. The eatery was located at 55 Main St. in Cold Spring in the town of Philipstown. The Foundry Cafe was known for its breakfast dishes, including omelets and French toast, along with desserts, including its cheesecake. Owner Jeff Consaga told the Highlands Current that he made the decision to retire at the age of 67. The comment section on the business' Facebook post announcing the closure was filled…

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
Yolanda Vega Is Calling It A Career After Decades As Iconic Voice Of New York Lottery Yolanda Vega Is Calling It A Career After Decades As Iconic Voice Of New York Lottery
Yolanda Vega Is Calling It A Career After Decades As Iconic Voice Of New York Lottery The face, and of course, that voice of I’m Yo-LAHNNN-da Vega is calling it a career and retiring from the New York Lottery. The New York Lottery announced this week on Twitter, that Vega, age 66, is retiring after 32 years of calling numbers, handing out giant checks, appearing on New Year's Eve in Times Square, and cheering on the Lottery in any way she could. "Yolanda Vega, our iconic Draw Team member, has retired after an incredible 32 years. We truly hit the jackpot by having her as a part of the New York Lottery family," The NY Lottery wrote in the Tweet before asking Vega's fans to "s…

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by Kathy Reakes
Politics
Justice Stephen Breyer To Retire, Allowing Biden To Make First Pick For Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer To Retire, Allowing Biden To Make First Pick For Supreme Court
Justice Stephen Breyer To Retire, Allowing Biden To Make First Pick For Supreme Court Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced that he will retire at the end of his current term, paving the way for President Joe Biden to handpick his replacement. The 83-year-old liberal judge is the oldest member of the court, having been nominated by former President Bill Clinton and taking his seat in 1994 alongside the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. His retirement will take effect at the end of his current term after serving 28 years on the court. Biden said when he was a 2020 presidential candidate that his first Supreme Court nominee would be a Black woman.  Amy Coney Barret…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region
Brand-New Report Reveals How Much Money You Need To Retire In These Parts Of Region A new report has reported just how much money residents need to save up to retire in certain cities in the United States.  MagnifyMoney's analysts found that there are 28 metros in the United States where retirees need to save at least $1 million to retire with an average lifestyle. The website reported that analysts based the amount required to retire on the average amount that retirees spend in a year in each of the locations. The location with the largest amount of savings needed to retire was San Francisco, $1.56 million needed, according to the report. Some Northeast metros…

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
Popular Area Restaurant Closes After More Than Three Decades In Business Popular Area Restaurant Closes After More Than Three Decades In Business
Popular Area Restaurant Closes After More Than Three Decades In Business A popular, family-run restaurant in the Hudson Valley has closed its doors after decades in business. The Postage Inn, located at 838 NY-32 in the Ulster County hamlet of Tillson, officially, closed on Wednesday, Oct. 6. The owners shared in a Facebook post on Monday, Oct. 4, that after nearly 34 years running the restaurant, they were ready to retire from the business and begin a new chapter. ✨ A Special Announcement from The Jerkowski Family ✨ Posted by The Postage Inn on Monday, October 4, 2021 "On behalf of the entire Jerkowski family, we want to thank everyone who has been a part…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Celebrated Hudson Valley Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business Celebrated Hudson Valley Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business
Celebrated Hudson Valley Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business A celebrated French restaurant in Westchester County is set to close its doors next month after 36 years in business. La Panetière will close at the end of October, according to an announcement from owner Jacques Loupiac.  As I previously mentioned some time ago about my intention to retire, I now regretfully announce to my customers and... Posted by La Panetiere on Friday, September 17, 2021 The restaurant, located at 530 Milton Road in Rye, is known for its high-end cuisine and elegant setting.  Loupiac said in a Facebook post that after a challenging few years, he is ready to retir…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Hudson Valley Diner Closes After More Than Two Decades In Business Hudson Valley Diner Closes After More Than Two Decades In Business
Hudson Valley Diner Closes After More Than Two Decades In Business After serving customers for more than two decades, a Hudson Valley diner has closed its doors. Orange County staple Walden Diner closed on Sunday, Sept. 12.  The owners announced that they had made the decision to retire after running the business for 22 years.  "We have many great memories here at the diner," the owners announced. "Memories that we'll treasure forever. And we're so grateful for being able to serve you, our friends and family, and create those wonderful memories. We will miss each and every one of you." The diner was located at 23 Orange Ave. in Walden.

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by Nicole Valinote
Police & Fire
Ramapo Police Chief Calls It A Career Ramapo Police Chief Calls It A Career
Ramapo Police Chief Calls It A Career After more than 40 years in law enforcement, Ramapo Police Chief Brad Weidel has retired. Weidel, who retired on Friday, June 11, began his career in December of 1980 with the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office.  He was hired by the Town of Ramapo Police Department in September 1981. In June 1987 he was promoted to Sergeant. In January 2003 he was promoted to Lieutenant. In February 2004 he was assigned as Detective Lieutenant in the Investigations Division.   In October 2010 he was promoted to Captain and in February 2016 he was promoted to Chief of Police. Weidel is a …

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by Kathy Reakes
Business
Mom-And-Pop Shop Closing After 168 Years Of Business In Region Mom-And-Pop Shop Closing After 168 Years Of Business In Region
Mom-And-Pop Shop Closing After 168 Years Of Business In Region A local mom-and-pop shop that's been an institution for nearly 170 years in Connecticut will be packing its bags for good. The owners of Wagner’s Fine Luggage and Gifts in Fairfield County, located in the High Ridge Shopping Center in Stamford, are retiring.  One of the oldest luggage stores in the country, the shop has been a staple in the community since its opening in 1853. The current owners have served their customers for over a century. The Wolfe family acquired Wagner’s in 1963 when it was located on Greenwich Avenue.  The store moved to its current location at 1111 High…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
'Severe Shortage' Of Trooper Recruits Confronting State Police, Report Says 'Severe Shortage' Of Trooper Recruits Confronting State Police, Report Says
'Severe Shortage' Of Trooper Recruits Confronting State Police, Report Says The number of state troopers is headed toward a serious shortage, according to the New York Post, which says that the Division of New York State Police is “losing more officers than it can keep.” “We’re right at the precipice, staring into the abyss of a severe manpower shortage,” said New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association President Tom Mungeer. “I think it’s a public-safety concern for the entire state.” One major reason for the shortage is retirement: the Post reports that while over 1,000 officers have retired since 2015, only about 750 have been hired to make up for the …

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Longtime Ramapo Police Detective Calls It A Career Longtime Ramapo Police Detective Calls It A Career
Longtime Ramapo Police Detective Calls It A Career One of Ramapo’s Finest is riding off into the sunset as he retires after a career in law enforcement that spanned more than three decades. Retired Ramapo Police Det. Tommy Byrnes was presented with his retirement plaque this week after 32 years in law enforcement. Byrnes’ career began in January 1986 with the NYPD, when he was assigned to the 46th Precinct in the Bronx. He then made his way to the Ramapo Police Department in September 1991. He was an active police officer and joined the department’s Anti-Crime Unit in 1999. In 2002, Byrnes earned the rank of detective. Police officials sai…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Two Former Admen From Hudson Valley Prove '60 Is The New 60' Two Former Admen From Hudson Valley Prove '60 Is The New 60'
Two Former Admen From Hudson Valley Prove '60 Is The New 60' Is “60 the new 40?” Or is 60 The New 60? A pair of famed former admen turned comics in Westchester have their own take on the matter. Tarrytown resident Andy Landorf, and Bronxville resident John Colquhoun, who ran marketing campaigns for companies such as Little Caesers, American Express and Herbal Essences have traded tv spots for comic strips, as they begin to embrace life after turning 60 in a comedic way. The two Westchester natives have started The New 60, a series of satirical, four-panel comics - based loosely on they and their friends’ lives and experiences turning 60 - following d…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Haverstraw Police Detective Calls It A Career Haverstraw Police Detective Calls It A Career
Haverstraw Police Detective Calls It A Career After more than 30 years on duty, the Haverstraw Police Department said goodbye Friday to one of their most beloved officers, Detective Eleuterio "Terry" Collazo. Collazo called it a career after 31.5 years of dedicated police service to both the Village and Town of Haverstraw.  He was a police cadet in the Village of Haverstraw in the 1970's before being hired as a police officer in 1987 with the Village of Haverstraw Police Department, the department said on Facebook. In 1992, he was promoted to the rank of detective and was a familiar friendly face as he served as the D.A.R.E.…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Longtime Ramapo Police Officer Calls It A Career Longtime Ramapo Police Officer Calls It A Career
Longtime Ramapo Police Officer Calls It A Career Longtime Ramapo Police Officer Morgan Tighe is calling it a career. Tighe who began his career in 1986 with the NYPD, moved to the Ramapo Police Department in 1989. Over the years he has served in various capacities, including police officer, Rapid Response Team member, Traffic Safety Officer and was a member of the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit.  "Please join us in wishing PO Tighe a long, healthy and rewarding retirement," the department said on Facebook. "Congratulations Morgan."

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by Kathy Reakes
News
Port Authority Police Sup't Abruptly Retires After Limbaugh's Escort Claim Port Authority Police Sup't Abruptly Retires After Limbaugh's Escort Claim
Port Authority Police Sup't Abruptly Retires After Limbaugh's Escort Claim Port Authority Police Superintendent Michael Fedorko retired suddenly Monday, nearly a month after Rush Limbaugh publicly claimed he gave him a VIP escort from New Jersey to Manhattan, according to multiple reports. The agency's announcement did not mention the April 12 incident, which came to light the following day when Limbaugh bragged about the lights-and-sirens escort on his radio show. Port Authority confirmed the incident is under investigation in a new NJ.com report. Fedorko's retirement is effective Monday at 5 p.m., reports say. Caren Z. Turner, the former Port Authority Police C…

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by Cecilia Levine
Neighbors
Ramapo Police Dispatcher Calls It A Career Ramapo Police Dispatcher Calls It A Career
Ramapo Police Dispatcher Calls It A Career Ramapo police officers and department employees sent Dispatcher Mary Steinberger into retirement in style Thursday with a celebration complete with gifts and a plaque. Steinberger has worked for the Town of Ramapo Police Department since March of 1994, serving the Ramapo community for over 23 years.  The department posted on their Facebook page: "We wish her a long and happy retirement. Thank you for your service."

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by Kathy Reakes