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Burglary Spree: Man, 25, Hit 2 Businesses In Westchester, Found With Prybar, Police Say Burglary Spree: Man, 25, Hit 2 Businesses In Westchester, Found With Prybar, Police Say
Burglary Spree: Man, 25, Hit 2 Businesses In Westchester, Found With Prybar, Police Say A 25-year-old man is accused of allegedly breaking into two businesses in Westchester, authorities announced. Marcos Veloz, 25, of New York, NY, was taken into custody in New Rochelle on Saturday, March 15, after police linked him to a pair of commercial burglaries in the city, the New Rochelle Police Department announced on Wednesday, March 19. The investigation began around 4:50 a.m. on March 15, when officers responded to a commercial burglar alarm at 212 North Ave. Upon arrival, they found the front window shattered with a rock, confirming a break-in.  Officers quickly developed l…
High-Speed Police Chase Forces 2-Hour School Delay In Briarcliff Manor; 4 Suspects Arrested High-Speed Police Chase Forces 2-Hour School Delay In Briarcliff Manor; 4 Suspects Arrested
High-Speed Police Chase Forces 2-Hour School Delay In Briarcliff Manor; 4 Suspects Arrested A police pursuit that began after a commercial burglary in Dutchess County led to a two-hour school delay in Westchester before ending with the arrests of four suspects. The chaos unfolded early Tuesday, March 18, when Dutchess County 911 reported a burglary in progress in the town of Pleasant Valley. Responding units identified a stolen black Porsche as the suspect vehicle, New York State Police said. Troopers later spotted the Porsche on the Taconic State Parkway in East Fishkill and attempted to stop it, but the driver fled south at high speed. Due to safety concerns, police ended the pu…
Bald Eagle Tests Positive For Bird Flu After Being Found In Westchester, Euthanized: DEC Bald Eagle Tests Positive For Bird Flu After Being Found In Westchester, Euthanized: DEC
Bald Eagle Tests Positive For Bird Flu After Being Found In Westchester, Euthanized: DEC An injured bald eagle found on a trail in Westchester was euthanized after testing positive for bird flu, officials announced.  The eagle was found on Saturday, Feb. 22, when Environmental Conservation officers from the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation responded to a trail near Croton Gorge Park, the DEC said on Thursday, March 13.  According to officials, a birdwatcher who discovered the eagle provided officers with an approximate location, and ECOs searched the area in the darkness until they found the bird.  The eagle was taken to Animal Nation, a w…
Nita Lowey, Westchester Congresswoman For Decades, Dies Nita Lowey, Westchester Congresswoman For Decades, Dies
Nita Lowey, Westchester Congresswoman For Decades, Dies Nita Lowey, a powerful member of Congress for decades while representing parts of downstate New York, has died. She was 87. Lowey, who represented much of Westchester as well as Rockland County, died on Saturday, March 15 at her home in Harrison, her family announced, saying the cause of death was complications from metastatic breast cancer. Lowey, a Democrat, served in Congress from 1989 until 2021 after deciding not to seek re-election. She sponsored more than 500 pieces of legislation, with over 400 successfully enacted into law.  Her most significant achievement was her ten…
Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says
Man Found Shot In Head In Truck: Teen Convicted In Fatal Westchester Shooting, DA Says A 19-year-old man has been convicted of fatally shooting a 51-year-old victim who was found dead inside his truck with a gunshot wound to the head in Westchester, prosecutors announced.  Ludvin Ramos-Cervantes, 19, of Yonkers, was convicted on Thursday, March 13 in the shooting death of 51-year-old Francisco Gordillo in February 2024, the Westchester County DA's Office said.  The incident occurred on Feb. 26, 2024, at around 4:45 a.m. Ramos-Cervantes had been a passenger in Gordillo’s vehicle, as he was driving him home after a night of drinking.  After arriving, Ramos-Cerva…
Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison
Wrong Way Drunk Driver Kills Woman, 22, On I-87 In Westchester: Will Spend Years In Prison A woman who drove the wrong way on I-87 while intoxicated in Westchester, killing a 22-year-old Bedford Hills woman and severely injuring another, will spend years behind bars, officials announced. Brooklyn resident Qualasia Willis, age 29, was sentenced to five to 15 years in state prison for her role in the death of 22-year-old Isabel Steger on April 9, 2023, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Thursday, March 13.  On the day of the crash at around 4:30 a.m., Willis was driving southbound in the northbound lanes of I-87 in Yonkers for approximately fou…
Bus Catches Fire on Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester Bus Catches Fire on Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester
Bus Catches Fire on Hutchinson River Parkway In Westchester A transport bus caught fire on the northbound Hutchinson River Parkway in Westchester, prompting a swift emergency response from multiple fire departments, officials said. The blaze began at around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, when a bus fire was reported along the parkway in Pelham, according to the Village of Pelham Fire Department.  Upon arrival, firefighters found the bus’s engine compartment fully engulfed in flames, with the fire quickly spreading into the passenger area. Firefighters, including members of the Mount Vernon Fire Department, soon set up a water supply from a ne…
Chain-Reaction Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Sends Several To Hospital Chain-Reaction Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Sends Several To Hospital
Chain-Reaction Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester Sends Several To Hospital A late-night crash on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester involving four vehicles sent multiple people to the hospital, police said.  The accident happened in Yonkers at around 11 p.m. on Sunday, March 9, when a vehicle traveling southbound attempted to switch lanes, causing a chain-reaction collision, according to New York State Police.  According to a preliminary investigation, the driver, a 32-year-old Hyde Park man, attempted to move from the right lane to the left lane, striking a second vehicle in the center lane. That vehicle then collided with a third car in the left l…
Massive Fire Destroys Home, Sparks Brush Fire Amid High Winds In Westchester Massive Fire Destroys Home, Sparks Brush Fire Amid High Winds In Westchester
Massive Fire Destroys Home, Sparks Brush Fire Amid High Winds In Westchester A devastating house fire in Westchester required a massive emergency response as high winds fueled the flames and ignited a brush fire, officials said. The blaze began on Saturday, March 8, at around 8:10 a.m. at 2 Carroll Lane in Mamaroneck, where arriving fire crews encountered a fast-moving inferno that had fully engulfed the home, according to the Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department.  Strong winds worsened the situation, carrying embers onto nearby properties and placing adjacent homes at risk. View this post on Instagram A post share…
Woman's Body Was Found In Suitcase Along Westchester Highway, BF Charged: Report (PHOTOS) Woman's Body Was Found In Suitcase Along Westchester Highway, BF Charged: Report (PHOTOS)
Woman's Body Was Found In Suitcase Along Westchester Highway, BF Charged: Report (Photos) A Bronx man was arrested and charged with murder after a missing woman was found dead along the Saw Mill River Parkway in Yonkers, police said. Junior Perez Diaz, 46, of 2200 Morris Avenue, was taken into custody on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 5:17 p.m. in the 46th Precinct, authorities said. He faces charges of second-degree murder, first-degree manslaughter, and first-degree kidnapping, the NYPD said. The victim was identified by abc7 as Pamela Alcantara, whose family had raised more than $10,000 on a GoFundMe as of press time. The case unfolded on Thursday, March 6, at 9:51 a.m., when off…
Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Briarcliff (DEVELOPING) Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Briarcliff (DEVELOPING)
Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Briarcliff (Developing) A car ended up in an indoor swimming pool after crashing into a Westchester fitness center.  The crash happened on Friday, March 7, at around 12:30 p.m., when a vehicle crashed into Club Fit at 584 North State Rd.  The car ended up in one of the building's indoor pools, as shown in a photo from the scene taken by eyewitness Christopher Tucker.  No one was injured, according to the Ossining Police Department.  It is not yet clear how the car ended up in the fitness center. Daily Voice has reached out to authorities for more information.  This is a developing story…
Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At Westchester Shopping Center: Police Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At Westchester Shopping Center: Police
Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At Westchester Shopping Center: Police A Putnam County man was arrested after allegedly impersonating a police officer while assaulting a teenage girl in a Westchester shopping center parking lot, authorities said.  The incident unfolded on Wednesday, March 5, around 2:20 p.m., when Yorktown Police officers responded to the Shrub Oak Shopping Center for a reported assault, the department said on Thursday, March 6.  According to investigators, 42-year-old Charles Santiago of Putnam Valley pulled his vehicle in front of a 16-year-old girl as she was walking. Wearing a fake police badge around his neck, Santiago falsely i…
Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester: Reports Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester: Reports
Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester: Reports Authorities are investigating after a woman reported missing was found dead in a suitcase along the Saw Mill River Parkway in Westchester, according to reports.  The body was found on Thursday, March 6, shortly before 10 a.m., when police found an unresponsive woman along the parkway in Yonkers, according to the New York City Police Department.  EMS crews declared the woman dead, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner is now determining her cause of death, the NYPD said, adding that she had gone missing from 2200 Morris Ave. in the Bronx.  Although police have not…
Best Breakfast and Best Diner In Westchester In 2024: Mt. Kisco Diner Best Breakfast and Best Diner In Westchester In 2024: Mt. Kisco Diner
Best Breakfast and Best Diner In Westchester In 2024: Mt. Kisco Diner We are thrilled to announce that Mt. Kisco Diner has been named Best Breakfast and Best Diner in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Mt. Kisco Diner serves up much more than your standard fare, according to its website. The menu, available online, combines comfort food favorites with modern twists and includes "instagram favorites" such as the Mac Attack, Bada Bing Burger, and the Gladiator, among other items. Readers Choice voters were effusive in their praise of Mt. Kisco Diner, with one exclaiming: “Reputation precedes them, and they live up to all expectat…
Best Marketing Firm In Westchester County In 2024: Thompson & Bender Best Marketing Firm In Westchester County In 2024: Thompson & Bender
Best Marketing Firm In Westchester County In 2024: Thompson & Bender We are thrilled to announce that Thompson & Bender has been named Best Marketing Firm in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Thompson & Bender, with over three decades of experience, specializes in creating dynamic, result-driven marketing strategies, according to its website.  Known for its work with high-profile clients across industries, Thompson & Bender has established itself as a trusted partner for businesses looking to elevate their presence, per the company's website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of t…
Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown
Best Bagels In Westchester County In 2024: The Bagel Emporium Of Tarrytown We are thrilled to announce that the Bagel Emporium of Tarrytown has been named Best Bagels in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Bagel Emporium bagels are crafted with the utmost care, according to its website, using high-quality ingredients and a tried-and-true baking method that delivers that signature flavor and texture. From classic plain bagels to unique specialty options, there’s something for every bagel lover, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County began with reader nomination…
Best Fine Dining In Westchester County In 2024: The Inn At Pound Ridge By Jean-Georges Best Fine Dining In Westchester County In 2024: The Inn At Pound Ridge By Jean-Georges
Best Fine Dining In Westchester County In 2024: The Inn At Pound Ridge By Jean-Georges We are thrilled to announce that the Inn at Pound Ridge by Jean-Georges has been named Best Fine Dining destination in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards. This iconic restaurant, set in the heart of Pound Ridge, offers an unforgettable dining experience that blends world-class cuisine with warm, rustic elegance, according to its website. Helmed by internationally acclaimed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, the restaurant features a seasonally inspired menu crafted from the freshest locally sourced ingredients, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choi…
Best Thai Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Thai Angel's Best Thai Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Thai Angel's
Best Thai Restaurant In Westchester County In 2024: Thai Angel's We are thrilled to announce that Thai Angel's has been named Best Thai Restaurant in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!  Per its online menu you can enjoy a Pan-Asian menu including not only Thai but Vietnamese and Chinese dishes as well. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County began with reader nominations in October and ended with a voting period for finalists in 80+ categories in December.  Daily Voice Congratulations to Thai Angel's! Find the restaurant at 155 Lexington Ave. in Mt. Ki…
Best Electrician In Westchester County In 2024: Totally Wired Inc. Best Electrician In Westchester County In 2024: Totally Wired Inc.
Best Electrician In Westchester County In 2024: Totally Wired Inc. We are thrilled to announce that Totally Wired Inc. has been named Best Electrician in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards! As a fully bonded, licensed, and insured electrical contractor, Totally Wired has built a strong reputation for delivering professional and reliable service across Westchester County, according to its Facebook page. Totally Wired's extensive range of services covers everything from LED light conversions, service upgrades, and small repairs to larger projects like new construction, additions, and alterations, per its Facebook page. The 202…
Best Nursery/Garden Center In Westchester County In 2024: Rosedale Nurseries Best Nursery/Garden Center In Westchester County In 2024: Rosedale Nurseries
Best Nursery/Garden Center In Westchester County In 2024: Rosedale Nurseries We are thrilled to announce that Rosedale Nurseries has been named Best Nursery/Garden Center in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Since its establishment in 1898, this family-owned nursery has prioritized quality and expertise, ensuring customers leave with plants and inspiration, according to its website.  From creating a custom landscape design to selecting the perfect plants for your yard or tackling a tricky gardening challenge, the nursery's knowledgeable staff provides exceptional service, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice co…
Best Secondhand Clothing Store In Westchester County In 2024: The Golden Shoestring Best Secondhand Clothing Store In Westchester County In 2024: The Golden Shoestring
Best Secondhand Clothing Store In Westchester County In 2024: The Golden Shoestring We are thrilled to announce that the Golden Shoestring has been named Best Secondhand Clothing Store in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Operated by the Junior League of Westchester on the Sound (JLWOS), the Golden Shoestring offers a carefully curated collection that includes high-quality clothing as well as accessories and home goods for all ages, according to its website. It's a mission-driven business that gives back to the community, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester Cou…
Best Financial Advisor In Westchester County In 2024: Flynn Financial Partners, Ltd. Best Financial Advisor In Westchester County In 2024: Flynn Financial Partners, Ltd.
Best Financial Advisor In Westchester County In 2024: Flynn Financial Partners, Ltd. We are thrilled to announce that Flynn Financial Partners, Ltd. has been named Best Financial Advisor in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Established in 2008, Flynn Financial Partners operates as a fiduciary-based financial planning and investment advisory firm, serving clients across more than 15 states, per its website. Founder and CEO Timothy P. Flynn leads the firm with a philosophy that combines institutional-quality investment advice with highly personalized service, according to the firm's website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to nam…
Best Playground/Play Space In Westchester County In 2024: Reis Park Best Playground/Play Space In Westchester County In 2024: Reis Park
Best Playground/Play Space In Westchester County In 2024: Reis Park We are thrilled to announce that Reis Park has been named Best Playground Play Space in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, the park is a hub of activity and enjoyment, featuring expansive play areas, walking trails, sports fields, and a charming gazebo perfect for family picnics or quiet moments.  The playground, a highlight for kids, is packed with exciting structures that spark imagination and energy, while parents value the park’s clean and thoughtfully designed spaces that make every visit stress-free, per its website. Congratulat…
Best Nail Salon In Westchester County In 2024: IRIS Nails & Spa Best Nail Salon In Westchester County In 2024: IRIS Nails & Spa
Best Nail Salon In Westchester County In 2024: Iris Nails & Spa We are thrilled to announce that IRIS Nails & Spa Inc. has been named Best Nail Salon in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! The salon offers a full range of beauty services, including expert nail care—from a classic manicure to intricate nail art—facials, waxing, and lash extensions, according to its Facebook page. IRIS Nails & Spa prioritizes cleanliness, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, per its Facebook page.  The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westchester County began with reader nomination…
Best Dry Cleaner/Tailor In Westchester County In 2024: Royal Cleaners Best Dry Cleaner/Tailor In Westchester County In 2024: Royal Cleaners
Best Dry Cleaner/Tailor In Westchester County In 2024: Royal Cleaners We are thrilled to announce that Royal Cleaners has been named Best Dry Cleaner/Tailor in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Since 1997, Royal Cleaners has built a reputation for expert craftsmanship, from reviving delicate fabrics and tackling tough stains to tailoring garments for the perfect fit, according to its website. Royal Cleaners' same-day service and specialized care for high-end materials makes it a lifesaver for last-minute wardrobe emergencies, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the Best in Westche…
Best Supermarket and Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In 2024: Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace Best Supermarket and Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In 2024: Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace
Best Supermarket and Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store In 2024: Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace We are thrilled to announce that Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace has been named Best Supermarket and Best Gourmet/Specialty Foods Store in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, Uncle Giuseppe's opened its first store in 1998, transforming grocery shopping to recall the days of how our grandparents used to shop—by combining the charm of traditional neighborhood stores with the variety of a full-service supermarket. You'll find yourself surrounded by the aroma of freshly prepared old-world meals and baked goods, the sounds of Italian music, and a t…
Best Primary Care Practice In Westchester County In 2024: Immediate Medical Care MD Best Primary Care Practice In Westchester County In 2024: Immediate Medical Care MD
Best Primary Care Practice In Westchester County In 2024: Immediate Medical Care MD We are thrilled to announce that Immediate Medical Care MD has been named Best Primary Care Practice in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Founded by Dr. Anupama Pani, a board-certified physician with over 20 years of experience in family medicine and urgent care, the practice has built a reputation for delivering thorough, compassionate, and accessible medical care, according to its website. The clinic offers routine check-ups, chronic disease management, vaccinations, and minor surgical procedures as well as on-site X-rays and laboratory services, per its website.…
Best Auto Repair In Westchester County In 2024: Fred's Auto Repair of Briarcliff Inc. Best Auto Repair In Westchester County In 2024: Fred's Auto Repair of Briarcliff Inc.
Best Auto Repair In Westchester County In 2024: Fred's Auto Repair of Briarcliff Inc. We are thrilled to announce that Fred's Auto Repair of Briarcliff Inc. has been named Best Auto Repair in Westchester in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Founded in 1974 by Fred Indorf, the shop has grown from a small operation into a well-respected repair center that combines decades of hands-on expertise with modern automotive technology, according to its website.  The business has succeeded thanks to the trust of its customers and the competence and top-notch customer care of its staff, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Bes…
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Westchester Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Westchester
Alert Issued For Missing Girl, 14, In Westchester Police are searching for a 14-year-old girl who was last seen in Westchester several days ago. Jocelyn Otero, age 14, was last seen in Yonkers in the area of Mt. Carmel Place on Friday, Feb. 28, the Yonkers Police Department announced on Thursday, March 6.  Otero is described as a Black girl who is 5-foot-4 and 209 pounds. She was last seen wearing an army fatigue hoodie, a gray coat, and black jeans.  She may be in need of medical attention, police said.  Anyone with information is asked to call police at 914-377-7900.  Click the Facebook icon below to share thi…
Burglars Hit Several Businesses Overnight In Armonk: Police Burglars Hit Several Businesses Overnight In Armonk: Police
Burglars Hit Several Businesses Overnight In Armonk: Police Authorities are investigating a series of commercial burglaries that targeted several businesses in Westchester during the overnight hours between Monday, March 3, and Tuesday, March 4, police said. The break-ins occurred at businesses along Main Street in Armonk, including Bluestone Lane Armonk Café at 575 Main Street, KOKU Restaurant at 454 Main Street, and Meraki Taverna at 456 Main Street, the North Castle Police Department announced on Thursday, March 6.  David Chen’s Restaurant, located just off Main Street at 85 Old Mt. Kisco Road, was also hit, police said. The burglaries were…
$13K Fraud: Ex-Husband Accused In Car Blaze Gets Larceny Charges In Westchester, Police Say $13K Fraud: Ex-Husband Accused In Car Blaze Gets Larceny Charges In Westchester, Police Say
$13K Fraud: Ex-Husband Accused In Car Blaze Gets Larceny Charges In Westchester, Police Say A man already accused of setting fire to his ex-wife's car has now been charged with bank fraud and grand larceny in Westchester, authorities said.  Hari Valdez, 34, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 25, after Croton-on-Hudson Police linked him to unauthorized bank transactions totaling $13,000, the department said on Friday, Feb. 28.  The case began earlier in February, when a Croton resident reported two fraudulent withdrawals totaling $4,000 from their bank account. As detectives investigated, they uncovered four additional fraudulent transactions connected to businesses in New Roc…