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Antisemitic Symbols Found In High School Classroom In Hudson Valley
An investigation is underway after antisemitic symbols were discovered inside a classroom at a Rockland County high school. Nyack Public Schools Superintendent Lizzette Ruiz-Giovinazzi informed families in a letter sent Thursday, May 7, that the symbols were found at Nyack High School at the end of the school day. She said the Clarkstown Police Department was immediately notified, and the district is now working with law enforcement on next steps. District leaders condemned the incident and reaffirmed their stance against hate and bias. "We denounce all acts of antisemit…
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New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Westchester Firehouse
Popular primetime crime drama "Law & Order" is bringing a piece of Westchester County to the national spotlight. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced that the latest episode of NBC’s Law & Order airing on Thursday, May 7, features scenes filmed inside Yonkers Fire Department Station One, highlighting the city’s growing role as a filming destination. The episode, titled “Once Burned,” airs Thursday night at 8 p.m. and centers on the investigation into the death of a fire chief, according to show descriptions from IMDb. Spano celebrated the moment on social media, call…
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Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat
A unique Dutchess County home blending historic charm with modern luxury is gaining national attention after being spotlighted by "Zillow Gone Wild." The property, located at 101 Drake Rd. in Pleasant Valley, was featured as the first home in a recent Zillow Gone Wild newsletter, highlighting its transformation from two 19th-century barns into a high-end residence and pool house. Described as “meticulously restored" in its listing by SERHANT, the property drew attention for its mix of rustic architecture and modern design elements, including vaulted ceilings, original hand-hewn …
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Nearly $5M Estate With Private Lake Hits Market In Northern Westchester — Here's Closer Look
A sprawling luxury estate set on nearly six acres of countryside in Northern Westchester has hit the market with a price tag just under $5 million. The property, located at 39 Old Snake Hill Rd. in Pound Ridge, is listed by Houlihan Lawrence for $4,995,000 and offers a mix of modern design and historic character in one of the region’s most secluded settings. Originally built in 1967, the home has undergone a full renovation, transforming it into a five-bedroom residence with more than 4,700 square feet of living space. The redesign blends mid-century modern elements with origina…
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Westchester Students Named Among First 2026 National Merit Scholars
Several high-achieving students from Westchester County have been named among the first group of 2026 National Merit Scholarship winners, earning prestigious corporate-sponsored awards for their academic excellence. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced around 700 winners nationwide on Wednesday, April 22, in the first round of the 71st annual program. These students were selected from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists based on academic performance, extracurricular involvement, leadership, and potential for success in college. Among the honorees are four students fro…
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Westchester Student Wins $1K National Award For Road Safety Idea
A Westchester County student has earned national recognition — and a $1,000 prize — for a creative idea aimed at making roads safer. Paolo Marena, a junior at John F. Kennedy Preparatory School in Somers, took first place in SCHOTT’s annual Innovation Challenge, a nationwide STEM competition that encourages students to develop glass-based solutions to real-world problems. Marena’s winning concept focuses on improving visibility of road signs on poorly lit roads. His design uses vehicle headlights as a light source, capturing and redirecting that light through fiber optic cables to illuminat…
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Fired Giants Coach Brian Daboll Lists NJ Mansion For $5.4M
The North Jersey home of former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll is on the market for $5,395,000 following his departure from the team. Daboll was fired last November, after a 2-8 start to the season, his 4th year with Big Blue. In January, he was hired as offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans, where he will work under former Jets coach Robert Saleh. Daboll finished his tenure with a 20-40-1 record, though in his first season, he was named NFL Coach of the Year and guided the Giants to their only playoff win since 2011. The property at 128 Birch Rd. in Franklin Lakes sits o…
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Westchester-Raised TV Icon Ed Sullivan Set For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction
Iconic television host Ed Sullivan, a Westchester County, NY native who helped shape American music history, will soon receive one of the industry’s highest honors. Sullivan, the longtime host of The Ed Sullivan Show who was raised in Port Chester, will be posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, Billboard reported. According to Billboard, Sullivan will receive the Ahmet Ertegun Award for non-performers during a ceremony set for Nov. 14, 2026, in Los Angeles. The recognition comes as part of what has been a notable stretch for Sullivan’s legacy. A …
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Westchester School District Responds After Sitcom Posts On Facebook Page Spark Concern (
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This story has been updated. A Westchester County school district is working to regain control of its Facebook page after a pair of unusual posts sparked confusion — and concern — among community members The posts, made on Monday, April 13, appeared to promote the sitcom "Two and a Half Men," featuring clips and captions unrelated to school operations or district updates. One post included the caption “2003 - 2023 ❤️ Two and a Half Men,” while another encouraged viewers to “Watch the full episode, link on our profile!” alongside hashtags tied to the television show. The conten…
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Gasoline Mistake Sparks Explosion At Amish School House In PA, 3 Burned Girls Airlifted To NY
An explosion caused by a fuel mix-up left three girls with severe burns at an Amish schoolhouse in Pennsylvania, according to a fundraiser created to support their recovery. The incident happened at the Hidden View Amish Schoolhouse in Spartansburg on Friday, March 27, when gasoline was accidentally used to start a wood stove instead of kerosene, according to the GoFundMe organizer. The blast severely burned a teenage teacher and two young girls, all of whom were flown by helicopter to hospitals in Buffalo, New York. One of the children was later transferred to a hospital in Rochester,…
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Hudson Valley 4th Grader Finishes 2nd At Augusta In Drive, Chip, Putt National Finals
A Hudson Valley elementary school student is making waves on the national stage after nearly taking home a top title at one of the most prestigious youth golf competitions in the country. Mario Vilardi, a fourth grader at Fishkill Plains Elementary School in the Wappingers Central School District in Dutchess County, finished second overall in the 2026 Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals, held at the famed Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia. The annual competition draws thousands of young golfers from across the country, with only 80 finalists advancing to compete at Augusta,…
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Break Into TV: College-Age Extras Wanted For Streaming Series Filming In Westchester
An upcoming streaming series filming in Westchester County is looking for local talent to fill background roles. Grant Wilfley Casting has put out a call for people to portray college students in the scripted series “Minivan,” with filming expected to take place in Purchase sometime after Monday, April 13. The production is seeking non-union actors between the ages of 18 and 29, with organizers noting they are open to “all types, ethnicities, and genders.” The role is for paid background work, offering a flat rate of $187 for what is expected to be about 10 hours on set. Accor…
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