Superintendent Of Major City School District In Hudson Valley To Step Down Superintendent Of Major City School District In Hudson Valley To Step Down
Superintendent Of Major City School District In Hudson Valley To Step Down A major school district in the Hudson Valley will soon see a leadership change.  Poughkeepsie City School District Superintendent Eric Jay Rosser has formally submitted his resignation, which will go into effect on Monday, June 30, district officials announced. In their announcement, the district's Board of Education expressed its gratitude for Rosser’s dedication to students, families, and staff during his tenure, wishing him well in his future endeavors. To ensure a smooth transition, the Board has appointed Gregory D. Mott as Acting Interim Superintendent, effec…
Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Hudson Valley (DEVELOPING) Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Hudson Valley (DEVELOPING)
Car Crashes Into Swimming Pool At Fitness Center In Hudson Valley (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…
Scammers Stole Taylor Swift Eras Tour Tickets In $600K+ NY-Based Scheme, Prosecutors Say Scammers Stole Taylor Swift Eras Tour Tickets In $600K+ NY-Based Scheme, Prosecutors Say
Scammers Stole Taylor Swift Eras Tour Tickets In $600K+ Ny-based Scheme, Prosecutors Say Taylor Swift fans are hoping "Karma" comes to whoever scammed them out of expensive tickets to The Eras Tour. Two people were accused of stealing nearly 1,000 tickets to high-demand events, including the popstar's record-breaking concert tour. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced arrests in the case in a news release on Monday, Mar. 3. Tyrone Rose, 20, of Kingston, Jamaica, and Shamara Simmons, 31, of Queens, NY, were facing charges including grand larceny, conspiracy, and computer tampering.  "These defendants tried to use the popularity of Taylor Swift…
Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Hudson Valley Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Hudson Valley
Hollywood Calling: Steven Spielberg’s Latest Film Needs Extras In Hudson Valley Ever dreamed of rubbing elbows with Hollywood’s biggest names—or at least appearing in the background of their next blockbuster? Now’s your chance! Grant Wilfley Casting, Inc. is on the hunt for Hudson Valley locals to appear as extras in the upcoming feature film NON-VIEW, directed by none other than Steven Spielberg and starring Emily Blunt. Filming is set to take place in Catskill and Haines Falls on Wednesday, April 9 and Friday, April 11. The casting team is seeking extras to play hotel guests, diner patrons, and drivers with cars to help bring the scenes to life. No experience? No p…
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Are You Running A Local Business? The Team At Daily Voice Wants To Help More than ever, success in business is determined by reach in your community. Daily Voice provides a direct line of communication to your neighbors. Whether you’re a new business or an experienced marketer, we want to work with you. Our products make it easy to reach local customers. Our team of experts can fit any budget. We’re your trusted source for news and information. We also want to be your trusted partner in advertising. Reach out whenever you're ready—we'll be here.
Details Released In PIP Crash That Killed NY Teen Details Released In PIP Crash That Killed NY Teen
Details Released In PIP Crash That Killed NY Teen Authorities have released new details about a fatal crash on the Palisades Interstate Parkway that claimed the life of a 16-year-old boy and injured several others, officials said. The two-car collision occurred at 5:58 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, in the southbound lanes of the Palisades Interstate Parkway near the New York state line, according to Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella. A 2025 Nissan Rogue carrying four people and a 2019 Honda CR-V were involved in the crash, Musella said. One of the Nissan’s passengers, a 16-year-old boy from New York was pronounced dead at the scene, said M…
SUV Flips On Road In Mahopac (PHOTOS) SUV Flips On Road In Mahopac (PHOTOS)
SUV Flips On Road In Mahopac (Photos) A crash in Putnam County left a vehicle on its side and temporarily blocked a lane of traffic on a curvy road.  The crash happened at around 1:10 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, when an SUV flipped in the area of Miller Road and Route 118 in Mahopac, according to the Mahopac Volunteer Fire Department. The incident prompted a fast response from Carmel Police, the Carmel Volunteer Ambulance Corp., and the Somers Volunteer Fire Department in addition to Mahopac fire crews. More information, including the extent of injuries, was not immediately available. 
Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn
Don't Fall For This Fake Email Scam, Feds Warn A new scam is targeting people with a fake email and officials are urging the public to stay vigilant. The Social Security Administration (SSA) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) has issued the warning about fraudulent emails impersonating the agency.  These emails, which carry the subject line “Claim Benefits!”, falsely claim that recipients must apply for their 2025 Social Security benefits through a provided link. How Scam Works The scam email appears to come from SSA and directs users to a fake website disguised to look like SSA’s official page. However, clicking on the link l…
How Much Should I Spend On My First Home? How Much Should I Spend On My First Home?
How Much Should I Spend On My First Home? One of the biggest questions for first-time homebuyers is, "How much can I afford?" Before you start looking for a home, you should absolutely have your budget in mind. You don’t want to fall in love with a home that’s out of your price-range only to be disappointed that you can’t afford it. Here are some tips on how to determine your home-buying budget. Can you use your rent as a good indicator of a monthly payment? When determining a budget, there are two questions: What can I afford to pay every month? And, what can I afford to purchase? Some buyers might start their search thinking t…
Hammer Attack, Slashing Leave Victims Hospitalized In 2 Separate Hudson Valley Incidents Hammer Attack, Slashing Leave Victims Hospitalized In 2 Separate Hudson Valley Incidents
Hammer Attack, Slashing Leave Victims Hospitalized In 2 Separate Hudson Valley Incidents Authorities are investigating two violent assaults that occurred in Dutchess County on the same day, leaving two men injured, police said.  The first attack happened on Wednesday, March 5, around 8 a.m., when officers responded to a report of an assault involving a hammer on Rinaldi Boulevard in the City of Poughkeepsie, the city's police department announced on Friday, March 7.  Upon arrival, they found a 45-year-old man suffering from head injuries caused by blunt force trauma. The victim was rushed to a local hospital for treatment.  Hours later, at 7:41 p.m., a slashing …
NJ Company Spent $25M On Every Possible Combo To Win $95M TX Lottery: Reports NJ Company Spent $25M On Every Possible Combo To Win $95M TX Lottery: Reports
NJ Company Spent $25M On Every Possible Combo To Win $95M TX Lottery: Reports Did a company based out of New Jersey rig the Texas lottery?  Texas officials are investigating after a company called Rook TX, based in Scotch Plains (Union County) claimed a $95 million jackpot in April 2023 by spending $25 million to buy nearly every possible number combination, the New York Times reported. Rook TX worked with four retailers in Texas to order a significant amount of lottery terminals to achieve every possible number combination, Ryan Mindell, the executive director of the Texas Lottery Commission told the Times. In the three days before the drawing, people went to …
Alert Issued For USPS Scam Text: Here's What To Know Alert Issued For USPS Scam Text: Here's What To Know
Alert Issued For USPS Scam Text: Here's What To Know A new scam is targeting people with fraudulent text messages pretending to be from the United States Postal Service (USPS)—and officials are urging caution. The US Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) is warning customers about a rise in phishing and smishing attacks, where fraudsters send fake texts and emails that appear to come from USPS. The messages often claim that a package is delayed or that a payment is due, directing recipients to click a link that steals personal information. How To Identify A Fake USPS Message Postal inspectors say these scams are becoming more advanced, but ther…
Putnam Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At Shopping Center: Police Putnam Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At Shopping Center: Police
Putnam Man Assaults Teen Girl While Posing As Officer At 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…
February Job Growth Disappoints, Fueling Economic Fears From Rising Costs, Tariff Confusion February Job Growth Disappoints, Fueling Economic Fears From Rising Costs, Tariff Confusion
February Job Growth Disappoints, Fueling Economic Fears From Rising Costs, Tariff Confusion The US labor market fell short of expectations in February, adding to growing economic uncertainty from trade disputes, a hiring slowdown, and ongoing federal job cuts. The nation's economy added 151,000 jobs in February, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics released on Friday, Mar. 7. That number was lower than the Dow Jones consensus forecast of 170,000, CNBC reported. Job growth lagged behind the 12-month average of 168,000, signaling a labor market slowdown. Healthcare led with 52,000 new positions, followed by financial activities (+21,000), transpo…
Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Parkway In Hudson Valley: Reports Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Parkway In Hudson Valley: Reports
Missing Woman Found Dead In Suitcase Along Parkway In Hudson Valley: 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…
You Make The Call: Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Vote Now You Make The Call: Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Vote Now
You Make The Call: Gulf Of America Or Mexico? Vote Now After President Donald Trump’s executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America, there's been a simmering controversy. Mexico is threatening to sue Google for going with Gulf of America for users in the United States, noting that much of the body of water lies outside US maritime borders in regions controlled by Mexico and Cuba. Apple Maps has also begun labeled it as the Gulf of America. What do you think it should be called? Vote in our poll above. Meanwhile, another platform is pushing back in a unique way — by letting users name the gulf themselves. While renaming …
Get Ready To Spring Forward: Here's When Daylight Saving Time Begins Get Ready To Spring Forward: Here's When Daylight Saving Time Begins
Get Ready To Spring Forward: Here's When Daylight Saving Time Begins Like it or not, it’s almost that time again—when we sacrifice an hour of sleep but gain extra sunlight in the evening. Daylight Saving Time (DST) is just around the corner, bringing the annual ritual of setting clocks ahead one hour. The time shift happens in March, marking the transition to longer, brighter days as we move closer to spring. So, when exactly do we “spring forward”? This year, Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9. That’s when clocks jump ahead by an hour—meaning sunrise and sunset will each occur later in the day compared to Saturday, March 8. The idea b…
Woman Strips Naked Before Southwest Flight's Scheduled Takeoff Woman Strips Naked Before Southwest Flight's Scheduled Takeoff
Woman Strips Naked Before Southwest Flight's Scheduled Takeoff A Southwest Airlines plane had to return to the gate after a woman suddenly got up, stripped naked, and ran up and down the aisle for nearly a half-hour. The incident happened on Monday, March 3 on at  William P. Hobby Airport in Houston. The Boeing 737 was bound for Phoenix. The woman, whose identity has not been released, was taken away for medical evaluations by the Houston Police Department, according to ABC13 Eyewitness News in Houston, which obtained a video of the incident. Police did not say if the woman would face any charges. In a statement to ABC13, Southwest Airlines…
US Cracking Down On Egg Smuggling From Mexico As Prices Soar US Cracking Down On Egg Smuggling From Mexico As Prices Soar
US Cracking Down On Egg Smuggling From Mexico As Prices Soar With egg prices at record highs, authorities are seeing a sharp increase in smuggling operations attempting to bring eggs across the US-Mexico border. US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reported a surge in egg seizures, as rising costs drive some travelers to attempt sneaking in eggs despite strict import bans. The San Diego Field Office said Thursday, Feb. 27, that egg interceptions have increased 158 percent since the start of the 2024 fiscal year. The main culprit behind soaring egg prices? A devastating avian flu outbreak that has affected 166 million birds in the US since …
Trump Wants Hamas To Release NJ Hostage Edan Alexander: Envoy Trump Wants Hamas To Release NJ Hostage Edan Alexander: Envoy
Trump Wants Hamas To Release NJ Hostage Edan Alexander: Envoy "Edan Alexander is an American, and he’s injured—so he’s a top priority for us." That's what President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told reporters Thursday, March 6, as negotiations intensify for the release of the 20-year-old Tenafly, NJ native still being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza. Alexander is the only remaining Israeli-American hostage believed to still be alive in captivity, the NY Times reports. Witkoff, speaking on the former president’s behalf, expressed frustration with Hamas, calling for immediate transparency in the hostage situation. "We feel Hamas has not bee…
Casting Call: Mob Thriller Filming In NY Looking For 'Fearless' Actors Casting Call: Mob Thriller Filming In NY Looking For 'Fearless' Actors
Casting Call: Mob Thriller Filming In NY Looking For 'Fearless' Actors Lights, camera… crime. If you’ve ever dreamed of playing a ruthless mob enforcer or a cocky young hustler with a New York accent, now’s your chance—a new crime thriller is gearing up to film on Long Island later this year, and they’re on the hunt for actors to join the action. The untitled Italian-American mob-inspired crime thriller is the latest project from Chuck and Karolina Morrongiello, the filmmaking duo behind horror flicks Amityville: Mt. Misery Road and The American Ripper. This time, they’re bringing their signature dark, twisted storytelling to the world of organized crime, and …
Escaped Psychiatric Patient Found After Running Through NY Hospital Before Bolt (UPDATE) Escaped Psychiatric Patient Found After Running Through NY Hospital Before Bolt (UPDATE)
Escaped Psychiatric Patient Found After Running Through NY Hospital Before Bolt (Update) New Update: A psychiatric patient who fled from Garnet Health Medical Center in Middletown on Thursday, March 6, has been located and taken into custody, police announced. Christopher R. Morgan was found after disappearing at around 2:40 p.m. on Thursday, reportedly bolting through the facility while wearing a white jacket, New York State Police said on Friday, March 7 at around 10:50 a.m.  He has since been taken into custody and was taken to State Police Middletown for processing, authorities said.  Information about where he was found has not been released.  Or…
Woman Who Caused Double Fatal NY Crash Cited For Careless Driving Days Prior: Records Woman Who Caused Double Fatal NY Crash Cited For Careless Driving Days Prior: Records
Woman Who Caused Double Fatal NY Crash Cited For Careless Driving Days Prior: Records A 25-year-old woman who authorities say caused a wrong-way crash that left her and another motorist dead had been ticketed for similar offenses just days earlier, records show. Sydnie M. Haines, of Blackwood, NJ, was heading east in the westbound lanes of Route 17 in Chester, NY, when she crashed head-on into a 2014 Honda Odyssey around 1:50 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, New York State Police said. Both Haines and the Odyssey’s driver, 54-year-old Mordichy Zafir of Kiamesha Lake, were killed in the collision, authorities said. Records show that just three days earlier, on March 2, Haines wa…
NY Rep. Suozzi Defends Vote To Censure Fellow Democrat Over Trump Speech Protest NY Rep. Suozzi Defends Vote To Censure Fellow Democrat Over Trump Speech Protest
NY Rep. Suozzi Defends Vote To Censure Fellow Democrat Over Trump Speech Protest New York Congressman Tom Suozzi is defending his support for censuring a fellow House Democrat who protested President Donald Trump’s speech to Congress. Suozzi–who represents Long Island’s 3rd District–was among ten House Democrats who voted with every Republican member to censure Texas Rep. Al Green on Thursday, March 6, for disrupting Trump’s address to Congress two days earlier. In a post on X following the vote, Suozzi chided Green for distracting from issues like protecting Social Security, Medicaid, and Medicare. “Instead of addressing rising costs, fixing immigration, and Ukraine, …
Steak Your Claim: Texas Wants To Rebrand New York Strip, NY Isn't Biting Steak Your Claim: Texas Wants To Rebrand New York Strip, NY Isn't Biting
Steak Your Claim: Texas Wants To Rebrand New York Strip, NY Isn't Biting A beef between Texas and New York is sizzling. Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick is pushing to rename the New York strip steak as the "Texas strip" steak. The Republican said the Texas senate will file a resolution to make the name change official for restaurants and supermarkets in the Lone Star State. Lt. Gov. Patrick argues that the large cattle industry in Texas deserves the credit. "Just because a New York restaurant named Texas beef a New York Strip in the 19th century doesn't mean we need to keep doing that," he said in a social media post on Friday, Feb. 28. New York City resta…
Undocumented Immigrant Assaults Federal Agents In NY, Detained Under 'Laken Riley Act': DOJ Undocumented Immigrant Assaults Federal Agents In NY, Detained Under 'Laken Riley Act': DOJ
Undocumented Immigrant Assaults Federal Agents In NY, Detained Under 'Laken Riley Act': DOJ A Nicaragua man in the United States illegally assaulted federal agents in upstate New York while being detained under the new Laken Riley Act, prosecutors said. Michel Manuel Garcia-Rojas, 38, who resides in Albany, was charged with assaulting a federal officer in Albany federal court Thursday, March 6, following an alleged incident in Rotterdam. Garcia-Rojas entered the United States illegally in 2023 and has been in removal proceedings since that time, according to the US Attorney’s Office in the Northern District. On Wednesday, March 5, Rotterdam Police contacted Homeland Security Inve…
Prison Death: NY AG Recusing Herself From Investigation Into Alleged Beating Of Messiah Nantwi Prison Death: NY AG Recusing Herself From Investigation Into Alleged Beating Of Messiah Nantwi
Prison Death: NY AG Recusing Herself From Investigation Into Alleged Beating Of Messiah Nantwi New York Attorney General Letitia James has recused her office from investigating the alleged beating death of a 22-year-old inmate at the hands of state prison guards. James’ office filed a motion in Onondaga County Supreme Court requesting a special prosecutor in the death of Messiah Nantwi at Mid-State Correctional Facility in Marcy, her office announced Thursday, March 6. The court granted the motion, appointing Onondaga County DA William Fitzpatrick as special prosecutor. James cited “internal conflicts,” given that her office represents state employees, including corrections officers…
Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out
Chipotle's Newest Menu Item Brings The Heat With A Sweet Twist: Check It Out Chipotle's latest menu addition is turning up the heat while also keeping things sweet. The fast-casual chain is adding chipotle honey chicken to its options, the company said in a news release on Thursday, Mar. 6. The new flavor is a bold, smoky, and slightly sweet twist on Chipotle's classic grilled chicken. Chipotle tested out the honey chicken in Nashville and Sacramento before the limited-time launch across North America and Europe. "Chipotle honey chicken was our top performing limited-time offer in test markets and we're excited for guests to taste this bold, new protein w…
Duo Busted While Trying To Sell Fentanyl, Cocaine In Kent: Sheriff Duo Busted While Trying To Sell Fentanyl, Cocaine In Kent: Sheriff
Duo Busted While Trying To Sell Fentanyl, Cocaine In Kent: Sheriff A drug bust in Putnam County led to the arrest of two men, including a New Jersey resident, who allegedly arrived to sell fentanyl and cocaine, authorities announced. The operation took place on Wednesday, March 5, around 2:30 p.m. in Kent, where members of the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Enforcement Unit intercepted the suspects when they arrived to sell the drugs, according to Sheriff Kevin J. McConville. The suspects were identified as Orange County resident Jamel Donaldson, 31, of New Windsor, and New Jersey resident Paul Roeser, 27, of Mahwah.  Donaldson, w…
US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why
US Issues Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination: Here's Why The US is warning American travelers to "exercise increased caution" if they visit the Turks and Caicos Islands. The State Department updated its travel advisory for Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, Mar. 4. The "level 2" advisory comes after several US citizens were arrested for carrying bullets in their luggage. The British Overseas Territory southeast of The Bahamas has very strict gun laws. "Firearms and ammunition, including single bullets brought by mistake in carry-on bags or luggage, are illegal," the State Department said. "Police strictly enforce these laws, even at the…
NY Fire Chief, Dad Killed In Train Collision Will Help Others Live: 'Friend To All' NY Fire Chief, Dad Killed In Train Collision Will Help Others Live: 'Friend To All'
NY Fire Chief, Dad Killed In Train Collision Will Help Others Live: 'Friend To All' Tributes are flooding in for a young assistant fire chief and dad who was killed in a train collision in upstate New York. Cattaraugus County resident Zach Golley, 24, was gravely injured when his truck was struck by a train in the village of Ellicottville on Thursday, Feb. 27, according to fire officials. Golley, a dedicated assistant fire chief for the Ellicottville Volunteer Fire Department, was found trapped inside his vehicle when his own fire crew arrived on scene, the agency said. They worked tirelessly to free their brother in service and rushed him to the hospital, where he succumb…