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9/11 Memorial To Be Torn Down In Westchester After Damage: Here's What's Next 9/11 Memorial To Be Torn Down In Westchester After Damage: Here's What's Next
9/11 Memorial To Be Torn Down In Westchester After Damage: Here's What's Next After more than two decades of honoring the victims of September 11, 2001, a 9/11 memorial in a Westchester park will soon be torn down due to ongoing structural issues.  The People’s 9/11 Memorial Wall in Hartsdale’s Richard Presser Park is set to be torn down this week, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Saturday, March 15.  The People’s 9/11 Memorial Wall was built in 2003 after a collaboration between the Town of Greenburgh and ArtsWestchester. In addition to the tiles painted by community members, the memorial also featured a piece of metal from the World Trade Ce…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Upcoming Spielberg Flick Seen Filming In Westchester: Report Upcoming Spielberg Flick Seen Filming In Westchester: Report
Upcoming Spielberg Flick Seen Filming In Westchester: Report Legendary director Steven Spielberg's next movie may have ties to the Hudson Valley and New Jersey, as the esteemed filmmaker was spotted shooting scenes in Westchester and Morris counties, according to reports.  The "Jaws" director, age 78, was seen directing a scene in White Plains last week, The Daily Mail reported on Thursday, Feb. 27.  According to the outlet, the film is reportedly titled "The Dish" and will be the director's latest production since "The Fabelmans," which came out in 2022. Spielberg was seen directing a scene featuring actress Emily Blunt, who was pictured …

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by Ben Crnic
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Longtime Taxi Service In Westchester Postpones Closure After Support From Community (UPDATE) Longtime Taxi Service In Westchester Postpones Closure After Support From Community (UPDATE)
Longtime Taxi Service In Westchester Postpones Closure After Support From Community (Update) A longtime Westchester taxi service that was set to close at the end of the month has postponed its shutdown in hopes of finding a long-term solution to keep the business running, officials announced.  Central Taxi of Scarsdale, which serves Greenburgh, Hartsdale, Edgemont, Ardsley, and other areas, had planned to close on Friday, Feb. 28 due to financial struggles but will now remain open into March, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  The company’s temporary reprieve was made possible due to overwhelming community support and efforts to explore alternative busi…

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Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Westchester Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Westchester
Taxi Service Trusted By Families, Seniors Faces Closure After Decades In Westchester One of the oldest taxi companies in the country that has served those in Westchester for decades is on the verge of shutting down, prompting town officials and business owners to search for solutions to keep it running.  Central Taxi of Scarsdale is at risk of closing within weeks, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Tuesday, Feb. 18.  The company, which has been a staple for local commuters, parents, seniors, and caregivers, is struggling due to changes in transportation habits, the rise of Uber and Lyft, and financial hardships caused by the pandemic, according t…

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First Half Of Years-Long Bridge Repair Project Almost Done In Westchester First Half Of Years-Long Bridge Repair Project Almost Done In Westchester
First Half Of Years-Long Bridge Repair Project Almost Done In Westchester A small bridge over the Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh has taken longer to rebuild than it took to restore France’s Notre Dame Cathedral, according to the town's supervisor.  The Ardsley Road bridge, a New York State-owned structure that connects Ardsley to Edgemont and is undergoing a multi-year reconstruction project, is approaching the completion of its first half after over four years of work, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Thursday, Jan. 16. According to an update from state officials received by Feiner, work on the second half of the bridge is expected to…

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Traffic, Safety Changes Planned For Sprain Parkway, Nearby Road In Westchester Traffic, Safety Changes Planned For Sprain Parkway, Nearby Road In Westchester
Traffic, Safety Changes Planned For Sprain Parkway, Nearby Road In Westchester A series of major safety improvements aimed at reducing traffic hazards and enhancing infrastructure along the Sprain Brook Parkway and another busy road in Westchester have been announced by town officials.  The initiative includes significant upgrades to Dobbs Ferry Road and the Sprain Brook Parkway in the town of Greenburgh, Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Tuesday, Jan. 14.  The planned changes, presented at a Town Board meeting by Planning Commissioner Garrett Duquesne, include: Realigning the southbound Sprain Brook Parkway on-ramp to align with the existing s…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Car Goes Up In Flames On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester (PHOTOS) Car Goes Up In Flames On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester (PHOTOS)
Car Goes Up In Flames On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester (Photos) An overnight vehicle fire sent a plume of smoke into the air on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester.  The blaze happened on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Greenburgh on Saturday, Dec. 28 just before 10:30 p.m., according to the Hartsdale Fire Department.  In photos released by firefighters, the vehicle was seen destroyed by the flames.  Details regarding injuries and the cause of the fire were not immediately available. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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Westchester Woman Knighted By France For Restoring Historic House In County Westchester Woman Knighted By France For Restoring Historic House In County
Westchester Woman Knighted By France For Restoring Historic House In County A Hartsdale woman who led the restoration of a Revolutionary War-era house is set to receive one of France’s highest civilian honors for preserving a key symbol of the Franco-American alliance.  Susan Seal, a Hartsdale resident, has been appointed to the rank of Knight in France's National Order of Merit, the second-highest honor awarded to civilians by the French government, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced on Tuesday, Dec. 31.  According to Feiner, Seal’s recognition comes in light of her efforts to restore and preserve the historic Odell House Rochambeau Headqua…

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by Ben Crnic
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Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester
Trapped Driver Freed From Car After Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Firefighters had to cut the doors off of a car following a crash on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester. The crash happened on Saturday, Dec. 21 on the northbound Sprain Book Parkway in the Greenville area of Greenburgh near Jackson Avenue, the Hartsdale Fire Department announced.  Following the collision, firefighters extricated a driver from one of the vehicles, cutting doors off to do so.  More information about the crash was not immediately available. 

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3 Pounds Of Cocaine, Heroin, Stolen Loaded Gun Seized In NY State Thruway Traffic Stop: Cops 3 Pounds Of Cocaine, Heroin, Stolen Loaded Gun Seized In NY State Thruway Traffic Stop: Cops
3 Pounds Of Cocaine, Heroin, Stolen Loaded Gun Seized In NY State Thruway Traffic Stop: Cops A Bronx man is behind bars after New York State Troopers say he was caught with a stolen gun and a staggering amount of drugs during a traffic stop on I-87 (the NY State Thruway). The arrest happened on Wednesday, Dec. 18, around 1 p.m., when Troop T Troopers from SP Tarrytown pulled over a 2018 Nissan Rogue for vehicle and traffic law violations in Greenburgh (Westchester), police said. The driver, identified as 27-year-old Maximilian X. Blevins, was in possession of a stolen loaded SCCY Industries 9mm firearm from North Carolina, along with a large quantity of illegal drugs, police said. …

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Multiple Crashes Reported Across Westchester After Snowy Night Multiple Crashes Reported Across Westchester After Snowy Night
Multiple Crashes Reported Across Westchester After Snowy Night Friday night's winter storm on Dec. 20 created hazardous conditions on Westchester County roadways, leading to numerous crashes Saturday morning, Dec. 21.  Slick roads and icy patches caused delays and closures as first responders and DOT crews worked to manage the fallout. As of 9:45 a.m., the New York Department of Transportation (NYDOT) reported several significant incidents across the county: Taconic State Parkway (Mount Pleasant): A crash involving property damage occurred on the southbound side, just north of West Stevens Avenue. The right shoulder of two lanes remains blocked …

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
49 New Officers Graduate From Westchester Police Academy: Here's Where They'll Serve 49 New Officers Graduate From Westchester Police Academy: Here's Where They'll Serve
49 New Officers Graduate From Westchester Police Academy: Here's Where They'll Serve After months of training, dozens of new graduates of the Westchester Police Academy will soon begin serving communities throughout the county. The 49 new recruits graduated from the Westchester County Police Academy during a ceremony held at the SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center, the Westchester County Police Department announced on Friday, Dec. 6. They will now go on to work at seven departments in the county.  The new recruits will now be sent to the following Westchester departments: Westchester County PD: Shaun Blute, Frank Caparelli, Devin Furphy, Steven Hartog, Autumn …

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by Ben Crnic
Business
New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Westchester: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Westchester: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say
New Eatery Enjoys Great Start In Westchester: Every Meal To Be 'Treasured Memory,' Owners Say Westchester residents craving authentic Italian cuisine have a new dining option with the opening of an all-new restaurant that boasts an extensive menu.  Il Sorrento, located in Greenburgh at 706 Central Park Ave. (Route 100) across from the Greenville Fire Department, officially opened on Friday, Nov. 29. Specializing in Southern Italian (Napolitana) cuisine, Il Sorrento is owned and operated by Nick Hoti and Frank Dicola, who bring decades of fine dining experience to the venture, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  Dicola’s family previously operated th…

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37-Year-Old Caught With Unregistered Weapon In Westchester: Police 37-Year-Old Caught With Unregistered Weapon In Westchester: Police
37-Year-Old Caught With Unregistered Weapon In Westchester: Police A 37-year-old man faces a felony charge after being caught with an unregistered gun in Westchester, police announced. Irvington-on-Hudson resident Stephen Neubauer was arrested on Friday, Nov. 1 following an incident in Greenburgh, the town's police department said on Monday, Nov. 4. According to Greenburgh Police, officers stopped a vehicle in the Greenville part of town on Friday and recovered an unlicensed and unregistered 9mm handgun inside. The investigation then resulted in Neubauer's arrest on a charge of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon. He was later arraigne…

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by Ben Crnic
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Red Light Camera Programs To Be Extended In These Westchester Locales Red Light Camera Programs To Be Extended In These Westchester Locales
Red Light Camera Programs To Be Extended In These Westchester Locales To protect motorists on New York roads, Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the creation of a new red light camera program in the Hudson Valley and the expansion of other initiatives across the state.  In an announcement on Wednesday, Oct. 23, Hochul revealed that she signed legislation to extend several existing red light camera programs in Westchester, Albany, and Nassau counties.  The legislation also includes the "largest expansion" of the red light camera program in New York City's history, Hochul's office said. "The safety of all New Yorkers is my top priority and we know that …

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by Ben Crnic
Real Estate
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Although those shopping for a home in the Hudson Valley finally have more inventory to choose from, this has not decreased prices, according to a new report.  According to the Houlihan Lawrence Westchester-Putnam Dutchess Q3 Market Report released on Tuesday, Oct. 8, real estate markets in the three counties are experiencing an increase in available listings, the first major shift in more than three years.  This follows an extended period of reduced inventory as a result of high demand, the report said. According to the report, listings in Westchester increased by an average…

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Support Pours In For Young Family Members Of Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash Support Pours In For Young Family Members Of Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash
Support Pours In For Young Family Members Of Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash Following a tragic crash in Westchester that killed two of a town councilman's relatives, their community is coming together to raise tens of thousands of dollars for the youngest family members they left behind.  A FundtheFirst.com fundraiser is now collecting donations for young relatives of 70-year-old Millie Sheehan and 36-year-old Diana Sheehan of Hartsdale, who were killed in a crash on Monday, Sept. 16 in White Plains around 9 a.m. on Battle Avenue.  Earlier Report - IDs Released For 2 Hartsdale Women Killed In Fiery White Plains Crash At the time of the cra…

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
New Update: IDs Released For 2 Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash New Update: IDs Released For 2 Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash
New Update: IDs Released For 2 Women Killed In Fiery Westchester Crash Two victims killed when a Tesla crashed into a residential building in Westchester have been identified as relatives of a town councilman in the county.  Both 70-year-old Millie Sheehan and 36-year-old Diana Sheehan of Hartsdale died in a crash on Monday, Sept. 16 in White Plains around 9 a.m. on Battle Avenue, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  Earlier Report - 2 Killed After Tesla Crashes Into White Plains Apartment Building, Catches On Fire Millie Sheehan had been the wife of Greenburgh Councilman Francis Sheehan, while Diana Sheehan…

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by Ben Crnic
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Gas Line Work To Cause Delays On Busy Westchester Road For Months Gas Line Work To Cause Delays On Busy Westchester Road For Months
Gas Line Work To Cause Delays On Busy Westchester Road For Months Traffic on a stretch of a busy Westchester County roadway will be impacted for months as crews perform gas line work, officials announced.  A gas line relocation project on the stretch of Dobbs Ferry Road (Route 100B) between Downing Drive West and Route 119 (Tarrytown Road) in Greenburgh will commence on Tuesday, Aug. 20, according to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner.  The project is part of Con Edison's maintenance schedule and will also remove conflicts with an upcoming sidewalk project along Route 100B expected to begin in Spring 2025, Feiner said.  The gas line wo…

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Update: Officials Estimate When Sewer Break Along Busy Westchester Road Could Be Fixed Update: Officials Estimate When Sewer Break Along Busy Westchester Road Could Be Fixed
Update: Officials Estimate When Sewer Break Along Busy Westchester Road Could Be Fixed Officials have given the first estimate of when a sewer break along a busy road in Westchester that occurred months ago could be fixed.  The break, which originally occurred in the area of 100 East Hartsdale Ave. in Greenburgh over Memorial Day weekend and has caused traffic delays and sidewalk closures, is expected to be fixed by October or November, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said. Earlier Report - East Hartsdale Ave Sewer Break Could Take Months To Fix According to Feiner, the fix has proved to be complicated because of the age of the pipe and manhol…

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by Ben Crnic
Business
New Chick-fil-A Now Open For Business In Westchester: Here's Where New Chick-fil-A Now Open For Business In Westchester: Here's Where
New Chick-fil-A Now Open For Business In Westchester: Here's Where Only weeks after the opening of a new Chick-fil-A in Westchester, another of the chain's locations in the county has also opened its doors to those craving chicken sandwiches.  The new Chick-fil-A eatery, located in Greenburgh at the Midway Shopping Center at 913B Central Park Ave., officially opened for business on Wednesday, Aug. 7.  The location is owned and operated by Joshua Riley, who has spent nearly two decades with the company and will run the restaurant alongside his wife, Pangshua, and their two children, Jas and Sophia.  "I took a chance on Chick-fil-A …

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by Ben Crnic
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Crash On Thruway Blocks Exit Ramp In Westchester Crash On Thruway Blocks Exit Ramp In Westchester
Crash On Thruway Blocks Exit Ramp In Westchester An exit ramp on the New York Thruway in Westchester is blocked following a crash. The crash happened on Thursday, Aug. 8 around 2:45 p.m. on Interstate 87 North in Greenburgh in the area of Exit 8, according to the New York State Thruway Authority.  As a result of the crash, the Exit 8 ramp is closed.  More information about the crash has not yet been released.  This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 

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by Ben Crnic
Police & Fire
Man Accused Of Taking Picture Under Victim's Skirt In Westchester Barnes & Noble Man Accused Of Taking Picture Under Victim's Skirt In Westchester Barnes & Noble
Man Accused Of Taking Picture Under Victim's Skirt In Westchester Barnes & Noble A 66-year-old man faces charges after allegedly taking pictures under a woman's skirt with his cell phone at a Westchester Barnes & Noble location, police announced.  Kun Cheung, a Scarsdale resident, was arrested on Wednesday, July 31, on a felony charge of unlawful surveillance in connection to an incident that occurred earlier in the month at a Barnes & Noble in Greenburgh, located at 381 Central Ave.  The announcement of the arrest was made by the Greenburgh Police on Thursday, Aug. 1. According to police, on Wednesday, July 24, the department received a report of an …

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Police & Fire
New Update: 2 Hospitalized, 1 Critical After Crash In Westchester That Caused Road Closures New Update: 2 Hospitalized, 1 Critical After Crash In Westchester That Caused Road Closures
New Update: 2 Hospitalized, 1 Critical After Crash In Westchester That Caused Road Closures Police are investigating a crash at a busy Westchester intersection that left two people hospitalized, including one now in critical condition. The crash happened in Greenburgh on Thursday, July 25 around 12:50 p.m., when a collision occurred at the intersection of Jackson Avenue and Fort Hill Road, according to Greenburgh Police. Arriving first responders and police took two people to Westchester Medical Center. One person suffered serious injuries and is still in critical condition, while the second suffered minor injuries and was later released from the hospital.  The incident caus…

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Police & Fire
24-Year-Old Man Nabbed For Mail Theft After Leading Officers On Chase In Westchester: Police 24-Year-Old Man Nabbed For Mail Theft After Leading Officers On Chase In Westchester: Police
24-Year-Old Man Nabbed For Mail Theft After Leading Officers On Chase In Westchester: Police A 24-year-old man who was apprehended following a police chase is being accused of stealing mail in Westchester, including a $14,000 check, authorities announced.  The events leading up to the man's arrest began on Wednesday, July 10 around 5:15 a.m., when a witness reported seeing three suspicious men trying to steal mail from the Mamaroneck Post Office's mailbox at 309 Mt. Pleasant Ave., according to the Village of Mamaroneck Police Department.  The witness gave officers a description of the suspects and their vehicle that matched one of a similar car that fled police after tryi…

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Traffic Light To Replace 'Confusing' Blinking Signal At Westchester Intersection Near School Traffic Light To Replace 'Confusing' Blinking Signal At Westchester Intersection Near School
Traffic Light To Replace 'Confusing' Blinking Signal At Westchester Intersection Near School A new traffic light has been approved to increase safety at a busy Westchester intersection that countless parents and students cross on their way to school.  The new traffic signal will replace a "confusing" blinking light at the intersection of Ardsley Road and Fort Hill Road in Greenburgh, which many people cross while on their way to the nearby Greenville Elementary School, Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said on Thursday, July 11.  "Cars stopping at one of four locations don’t always know when to allow motorists at the other corners to proceed," Feiner explained, adding, "I have …

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Expected Completion Date Announced For Years-Long Bridge Repair Project In Westchester Expected Completion Date Announced For Years-Long Bridge Repair Project In Westchester
Expected Completion Date Announced For Years-Long Bridge Repair Project In Westchester A multi-year project to repair a busy bridge in Westchester now has an estimated completion date.  According to Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, construction activity on the Ardsley Road Bridge over the Sprain Brook Parkway, which has been under repair for four years, will be completed by May 2025.  The project to repair the New York State-owned bridge has been "one of the longest construction projects on any bridge in the region," Feiner said on Thursday, July 4.  According to Andre Greaves-Burrows, the Engineer-in-Charge of the New York State Department of Tran…

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Petition Calls For Renaming Of Westchester Community College Entrance After Former President Petition Calls For Renaming Of Westchester Community College Entrance After Former President
Petition Calls For Renaming Of Westchester Community College Entrance After Former President A retired professor is leading an effort to rename the entrance of Westchester Community College after the institution's beloved former president in honor of his extensive work for the school.  Following a proposal from retired professor Sheldon Malev, a petition spearheaded by the office of Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner calls for renaming the college's entrance on Knollwood Road to its Valhalla campus after former President Joseph Hankin.  Hankin, who served as president for more than 40 years between 1971 and 2013, died in January 2019 at the age of 78.  Over…

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Update: Sewer Break Along Westchester Road Could Take Up To Few Months To Repair Update: Sewer Break Along Westchester Road Could Take Up To Few Months To Repair
Update: Sewer Break Along Westchester Road Could Take Up To Few Months To Repair A sewer pipe leak along a busy road in Westchester could take as much as a few months to repair, officials said.  The break occurred in the area of 100 East Hartsdale Ave. in Greenburgh over Memorial Day weekend and has caused traffic delays and sidewalk closures, according to Greenburgh Police and town officials.  Earlier Report - Sewer Break Closes East Hartsdale Ave Sidewalk In Greenburgh In an announcement on Wednesday, June 5, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said that the town still does not have an estimate for the completion of repairs. However, he added t…

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Red Light Cameras Approved For Busy Westchester Intersections After Fatal Hit-Run Red Light Cameras Approved For Busy Westchester Intersections After Fatal Hit-Run
Red Light Cameras Approved For Busy Westchester Intersections After Fatal Hit-Run Officials are one step closer to installing two red light cameras at busy Westchester intersections following a hit-run that left a beloved community leader dead.  Following a request for two red light cameras to be put at two busy intersections in Greenburgh made by the Town Board, the New York State Legislature has approved legislation authorizing their installation, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced on Wednesday, June 4.  The cameras would be located at the intersection of Old Army Road and Ardsley Road as well as East Hartsdale Avenue and Roc…

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Westchester Parking Garage To Be Named After Beloved Community Leader Killed In Hit-Run Westchester Parking Garage To Be Named After Beloved Community Leader Killed In Hit-Run
Westchester Parking Garage To Be Named After Beloved Community Leader Killed In Hit-Run To celebrate the life of a beloved community leader who was killed in a hit-run, a Westchester parking garage will be dedicated in her memory. In a ceremony on Tuesday, June 11 at 11:30 a.m., a Hartsdale parking garage at 234 East Hartsdale Ave. will be dedicated in memory of Stephanie Kavourias, who was killed in a hit-run crash on East Hartsdale Avenue on Aug. 26, 2023, Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner announced on Wednesday, May 29.  During the ceremony, which will be held at the site A garage level 1, the Hartsdale Public Parking District Board of Commissioners…

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