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Hastings-on-Hudson, NY

Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley
Biden Visit: Here's Last Time Sitting President Stopped By Same Village In Hudson Valley President Joe Biden's impending visit to a village in Westchester is set to make history. It will be the first time a sitting president has visited that municipality in over half a century. Biden will arrive in the county on Thursday afternoon, April 25, when he is scheduled to appear at a fundraising event in the village of Irvington-on-Hudson hosted by actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones.  According to Irvington Mayor Jon Siegel, a sitting president's appearance in the village is rare and has not happened since October 23, 1972, when President Richard …
Off-Duty NYPD Officer Shot While Sitting In Car Near Parkway In Hudson Valley, Police Say Off-Duty NYPD Officer Shot While Sitting In Car Near Parkway In Hudson Valley, Police Say
Off-Duty Nypd Officer Shot While Sitting In Car Near Parkway In Hudson Valley, Police Say A man who was shot while sitting in a vehicle near a parkway in Westchester was an off-duty police officer, authorities said.  New, updated report - Latest Update: Police Seek Help In Solving Shooting Of Off-Duty NYPD Officer In Yonkers The off-duty officer, who is a member of the New York City Police Department, was shot in the arm in an incident that happened in Yonkers on Tuesday, Nov. 14 around 11:30 a.m., according to Yonkers Police Detective Sergeant Frank DiDomizio.  Earlier Report - Man Sitting In Car Targeted In Shooting Next To Parkway In Yonkers: Suspec…
Car Thief Caught In Hudson River After Pursuit: Police Car Thief Caught In Hudson River After Pursuit: Police
Car Thief Caught In Hudson River After Pursuit: Police An alleged car thief faces numerous charges after leading authorities on a pursuit in Westchester that ended with him being apprehended in the Hudson River, police said.  The incident happened on Wednesday, June 21 just before 4 p.m., when a patrol officer in Hastings-on-Hudson tried to pull over a vehicle with stolen license plates near the intersection of Broadway and Main Street, according to Hastings-on-Hudson Police Chief David Dosin.  The car then refused to stop for the officer and pulled over into the driveway of a residence on Main Street before continuing down the drivew…
Suspects Escape In Hastings-On-Hudson After Chase On Saw Mill River Parkway: Developing Suspects Escape In Hastings-On-Hudson After Chase On Saw Mill River Parkway: Developing
Suspects Escape In Hastings-On-Hudson After Chase On Saw Mill River Parkway: Developing A police pursuit on a parkway in Westchester ended with suspects escaping capture after fleeing their vehicle, authorities said.  The incident happened on Saturday, June 3 on the Saw Mill River Parkway when a Westchester County Police pursuit eventually ended in Hastings-on-Hudson at Ravensdale Road, according to the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department.  There, authorities said the suspects left their vehicle and fled into the village, adding that the pursuit attracted the presence of helicopters, K9 officers, and SWAT teams.  After several hours, the suspects were confirme…
New Chick-fil-A To Open Along NY Thruway In Hudson Valley New Chick-fil-A To Open Along NY Thruway In Hudson Valley
New Chick-fil-A To Open Along NY Thruway In Hudson Valley Iconic fast food chain Chick-fil-A is planning to open a third location in Westchester that will be perfect for hungry commuters who have built up an appetite.  The new location will soon open along the New York Thruway (Interstate 87) in Hastings-on-Hudson at the Ardsley Travel Plaza at Mile 6, according to Chick-fil-A.  An opening date has not yet been announced for the eatery.  The restaurant is the third announced location in Westchester and the fourth in the Hudson Valley.  Other upcoming Westchester locations include a restaurant in Yonkers at the intersection of…
2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Hudson Valley 2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Hudson Valley
2.2 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Hudson Valley An overnight earthquake startled some residents and shook buildings in Westchester. The United States Geological Survey said it had a magnitude of 2.2, was centered near the border of Hastings-on-Hudson and Yonkers, about 18 miles north of midtown Manhattan, and was felt at around 1:53 a.m. Friday, May 19. An interactive map of the quake by the USGS is available here and in the image above. There have not been any reports of injuries or damage. The USGS received a report of someone feeling the quake as far away as Northern Fairfield County, Connecticut, in the city of Danbury. …
Officer Under Investigation For Response To Street Fight Involving Brothers In Hudson Valley Officer Under Investigation For Response To Street Fight Involving Brothers In Hudson Valley
Officer Under Investigation For Response To Street Fight Involving Brothers In Hudson Valley A police officer is under investigation following accusations they mishandled the response to a street fight that broke out near a bar in Westchester County. Yonkers Police were called at around 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25 with reports of a street fight that had broken out near Yonkers and Ridgewood avenues, police said. When officers arrived, they witnessed two men assaulting another man. The victim was repeatedly punched and kicked, including being kicked in the head while on the ground, according to police. A subsequent investigation revealed that several men had been at the bar when a…
Several Hudson Valley Businesses Named To Prestigious Inc. Magazine List Several Hudson Valley Businesses Named To Prestigious Inc. Magazine List
Several Hudson Valley Businesses Named To Prestigious Inc. Magazine List Twelve Westchester County businesses were named to a prestigious list that recognizes businesses for their notable growth. The Westchester County Office of Economic Development reported that a dozen local businesses were named to Inc. Magazine's 2022 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing companies. “Privately held companies are an important component of Westchester County’s economy. We’re proud to have 12 companies on this year’s Inc. 5000 list and commend them on their impressive growth," Westchester County Executive George Latimer. The following businesses were named to this ye…
Hudson Valley Man Known As 'Caring, Kind' Doctor Dies At Age 55 Hudson Valley Man Known As 'Caring, Kind' Doctor Dies At Age 55
Hudson Valley Man Known As 'Caring, Kind' Doctor Dies At Age 55 A New York doctor and Massachusetts native who died at the age of 55 is being remembered for his kindness toward others. Westchester County resident Anthony Francis Korosi, of Hastings-on-Hudson, died peacefully on Monday, Sept. 19, according to his obituary. Korosi was born in Boston and attended the Roxbury Latin School. He went on to receive a bachelor's degree from Cornell University and went to medical school at the University of Pittsburgh. He completed his residency at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. "A truly brilliant nephrologist, he possessed an exceptionally keen cl…
New TV Series Filming In Hudson Valley New TV Series Filming In Hudson Valley
New TV Series Filming In Hudson Valley Star watchers were thrilled when Apple TV+ came to the Hudson Valley to film scenes for its latest new production named "The Crowded Room." Film crews took over the streets in Westchester County in the village of Hastings-on-the-Hudson on Thursday, July 14, including filming inside Slices Pizza. No word yet, if the crew will be back for additional filming. Hasting Police said Thursday was the main day scheduled for filming. The series, starring Tom Holland and Amanda Seyfried, reportedly explores true stories of those who have struggled and learned to successfully live with mental ill…
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY
MrBeast Burger, Delivery-Only Fast-Food Restaurant Chain, Catching On In NY A delivery-only burger chain created by a YouTuber with millions of subscribers is catching on in New York. MrBeast Burger was created by Jimmy Donaldson, who has more than 94 million subscribers on his MrBeast YouTube channel, in partnership with Virtual Dining Concepts. The business operates out of other restaurants' kitchens, and its burgers are available to order through food delivery apps. The menu includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, and Impossible burgers.  The locations have expanded across the United States, including an expanding number of locations in New York. According…
Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway
Expect Delays: Officials Announce Upcoming Closures On Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway State officials are advising motorists to expect delays as a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway is set to close nightly in both directions to facilitate construction work. The New York State Department of Transportation made an announcement on Thursday, April 28, that the parkway will be closed between Exit 12 (Farragut Parkway) in Hastings-on-Hudson and Exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) in Dobbs Ferry.  The closures will take place each night from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. beginning Monday, May 2, through Thursday, May 5. Officials said the closures are needed to facilitate work on the Ravens…
Closures Scheduled For Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester Closures Scheduled For Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester
Closures Scheduled For Stretch Of Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester State officials are advising motorists to expect delays as a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway is set to close to facilitate drainage work.  The New York State Department of Transportation said the parkway will be closed in both directions between Exit 12 (Farragut Parkway) in Hastings-on-Hudson and Exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) in Dobbs Ferry in Westchester County. The closures are scheduled to take place from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night from Monday, March 28, through Thursday, March 31, to facilitate drainage work for the Ravensdale Avenue bridge project. Motorists are advised to fo…
Schools In Area Placed On Lockdown Schools In Area Placed On Lockdown
Schools In Area Placed On Lockdown An alleged social media threat led to a temporary lockdown of a pair of Westchester schools to start the day. The Hastings-on-Hudson School District entered into its lockdown and lockout protocols on Wednesday, March 23 after receiving a tip about an alleged threat to the Farragut Complex targeting the high school and middle school. Schools Superintendent William McKersie issued an alert to the community advising that “all is safe and secure at the High School, Middle School,” and that the lockdown was lifted at approximately 9 a.m. after the threat was investigated. The two-hour delay a…
This Rockland Location Ranks Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live This Rockland Location Ranks Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live
This Rockland Location Ranks Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live Several Hudson Valley communities are among the “best places to live in America” in 2022, according to a newly released poll. Each year, Niche explores the best places to live in the US, evaluating factors that include crime, public school systems, job opportunities and local amenities. Using data based on the US Census, FBI, US Bureau of Labor (BLS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other sources, Niche then ranked the top places to live across the country, led by Chesterbrook, a suburb of Philadelphia. In the Hudson Valley, Greenville, commonly known as Edgemont, is…
Hours-Long Road Closures Scheduled For Saw Mill River Parkway Over Four-Day Span Hours-Long Road Closures Scheduled For Saw Mill River Parkway Over Four-Day Span
Hours-Long Road Closures Scheduled For Saw Mill River Parkway Over Four-Day Span There will be weeknight lane closures on a stretch of the Saw Mill River Parkway for several days in Westchester to allow contracting crews to continue to make drainage repairs and improvements along the roadway. The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) issued an alert advising that the Saw Mill River Parkway will be closed in both directions between Exit 12 (Farragut Parkway) in the Town of Hastings-on-Hudson and Exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) in the Village of Dobbs Ferry beginning on Monday, March 14. The weeknight closures will be Mondays through Thursdays and are scheduled fo…
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Thousands in the Hudson Valley are without power after a line of strong storms brought whipping winds to the region that toppled trees, brought down limbs, and downed power lines. Crews worked around the clock overnight to make repairs to hundreds of outages brought about by wind gusts topping 50 mph, but as of 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8, more than 15,000 Hudson Valley residents were left in the dark as they wait for power to be restored. According to Central Hudson, crews were still out working to repair 347 active outages, which were impacting 11,043 customers in these counties: Ulste…
Longtime Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire Longtime Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire
Longtime Schools Superintendent In Hudson Valley To Retire A longtime educator in the Hudson Valley announced that he will be retiring after serving decades helping students in Westchester. Bronxville Schools Superintendent Roy Montesano announced that he will be retiring, effective as of Jan. 1, 2023 after five years at the district, prompting an extensive nationwide search for his successor. Before coming to Bronxville, Montesano also served as superintendent of the Hastings-on-Hudson School District and the Ramsey Public School District in New Jersey, where he was honored as the Superintendent of the Year there. In total, Montesano has served a…
Nor'easter: Here's Latest Hudson Valley Power Outage Update Nor'easter: Here's Latest Hudson Valley Power Outage Update
Nor'easter: Here's Latest Hudson Valley Power Outage Update Hundreds in the Hudson Valley are still without power as the first Nor’easter of the season brought inches of rain and whipping winds to the region. Earlier story - Nor'easter: Here Are Highest Reported Rainfall Totals, Wind Speeds From Throughout Region There was heavy rain on Tuesday, Oct. 26 in parts of the region, with wind gusts approaching 60 mph, downing trees, and power lines, causing outages in some communities. As of 9:40 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 27, Con Edison was still reporting 14 active outages in Westchester, impacting 626 of its 360,045 customers. The bulk of the …
Authorities Ask For Help Identifying Man Found Dead In Hudson Valley Authorities Ask For Help Identifying Man Found Dead In Hudson Valley
Authorities Ask For Help Identifying Man Found Dead In Hudson Valley Authorities in Westchester County are asking the public for help identifying a man whose body was found in a wooden chest on the side of the Saw Mill River Parkway more than four decades ago. The man's body was discovered in Hastings-on-Hudson at 10:15 a.m. on April 23, 1978, by a driver traveling north on the parkway, according to the Westchester County District Attorney's Office. The driver pulled over after seeing a cedar chest on the side of the road and found that the chest was nailed shut. He opened the chest with a tire iron and found the man's body inside. The DA's Office said the …
New Steakhouse Off To Strong Start In Irvington New Steakhouse Off To Strong Start In Irvington
New Steakhouse Off To Strong Start In Irvington A steakhouse that opened up in Westchester County earlier this summer is off to a strong start, the owner is saying. Hudson Prime Steakhouse opened its doors on June 29. The restaurant is located at 5 North Buckhout Street in Irvington. The steakhouse was opened by Floria and Gino Uli.  Floria said she runs the restaurant, while her husband is the chef. The couple is originally from New York, and they have worked in the restaurant business in Florida as well. They also own an Italian restaurant in Hastings-On-Hudson called Divino Cucina Italiano.  Floria said she …
Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester
Suspect Apprehended After Police Sergeant Stabbed During 'Unprovoked' Attack In Westchester A police sergeant is recovering at home after being stabbed during an unprovoked attack by a local Westchester County resident who has been apprehended. The attack took place around 1:26 p.m., Thursday, May 20 in Dobbs Ferry. The Dobbs Ferry Police sergeant, whose name has not been released, was assisting Con Edison with a traffic detail on Beacon Hill Drive, said Dobbs Ferry PD Chief Manuel Guevara. The sergeant was able to make an "officer needs assistance" call to the department and report that he had been assaulted by a man wielding "possibly" a knife, according to Guevara. …
Hastings-On-Hudson Gets First Electric Tesla Police Vehicle Hastings-On-Hudson Gets First Electric Tesla Police Vehicle
Hastings-On-Hudson Gets First Electric Tesla Police Vehicle Don't be surprised if you see a police officer tooling around town in a fancy new Tesla police car in the area. The department in Westchester County is the first in the area to receive delivery of its first fully electric police vehicle as the department looks to alternative fuel and green technology, said Hastings-on-Hudson Police Chief David Dosin. The 2020 Tesla Model Y was outfitted by Fleet Auto Supply in West Haven and is equipped with the state of the art Whelen CenCom Core Lighting Technology. The vehicle is also equipped with Tesla’s long-range package and has a fiv…
Westchester Woman Admits To Role In Fatal Saw Mill River Parkway Crash Westchester Woman Admits To Role In Fatal Saw Mill River Parkway Crash
Westchester Woman Admits To Role In Fatal Saw Mill River Parkway Crash A Westchester woman has admitted to her role in a fatal crash on the Saw Mill River Parkway in Hastings-on-Hudson last summer and will now face time behind bars. Yonkers resident Kristen Lynn pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Dec. 8 following the death of a 28-year-old woman who was killed on the Parkway in July last year.  Specifically, Lynn pleaded guilty to a felony count of vehicular homicide. Shortly after midnight on Sunday, July 21, 2019, Lynn was driving a Lexus south on the Saw Mill River Parkway, when she rammed into the back of a Honda driven by Yonkers resident Danielle Gore-John…
Weeks-Long Saw Mill Parkway Periodic Closures Scheduled Weeks-Long Saw Mill Parkway Periodic Closures Scheduled
Weeks-Long Saw Mill Parkway Periodic Closures Scheduled There will be overnight lane and periodic road closures on the Saw Mill River Parkway for several weeks in Westchester. The New York State Department of Transportation announced that there will be closures on the parkway between exit 13 (Farragut Avenue) in Hastings-on-Hudson to exit 17 (Ashford Avenue) in Dobbs Ferry. According to the NYSDOT, the northbound closures will take place weeknights between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. beginning on Monday, Aug. 24, and lasting through Friday, Sept. 11. Southbound closures will take place between 6 p.m. and 5 a.m. The closures are to facilitate deck demolit…
Area Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes Area Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes
Area Restaurant Known For Chicken Wings Closes Chicken wings fans across the region will be sad to learn a favorite Hudson Valley restaurant known for their many varieties has closed its doors. The Westchester County restaurant, The Mill, in Hastings-on-Hudson, let patrons know in late June that due to the financial fallout from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, they had closed for good as they offered their thanks to all customers. "We are humbled and grateful to have been part of your lives for the last 7 plus years!," the owners wrote on Facebook.  They went on to say that all of the extra hurdles, both financially and…
Closures Planned For Saw Mill Parkway Stretch, Route 119 In Greenburgh Closures Planned For Saw Mill Parkway Stretch, Route 119 In Greenburgh
Closures Planned For Saw Mill Parkway Stretch, Route 119 In Greenburgh Lane closures have been scheduled on two major roadways in Westchester County to facilitate temporary construction work. The New York State Department of Transportation announced that there will be lane closures on the Saw Mill River in Hastings-on-Hudson and Greenburgh, and on Route 119 in Greenburgh this week. Officials said that the closures are scheduled for the erection of a temporary bridge and Route 119 (Tarrytown Road) for pavement repairs. The following closures are scheduled in Westchester: Various lane closures with traffic stoppages in both directions on the Saw Mill River Pa…
Westchester COVID-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality Westchester COVID-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality
Westchester Covid-19 Cases Continue To Drop As Economy Reopens: Breakdown By Municipality Westchester has entered Phase 1 of reopening the economy as the mid-Hudson Valley region met the metrics set forth by the state to begin recovering from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The number of active COVID-19 cases in Westchester continues to drop as of Tuesday, May 26, as the county, region, and the state begins climbing out of the hole created by the virus’ outbreak. Before reopening, businesses must provide a detailed plan to the county, review the guidance provided by the state and CDC, employees and patrons must continue to wear face coverings, and physical distancing …
COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester COVID-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester
Covid-19: New Breakdown Of Cases, Fatalities In Westchester There were nearly 300 new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Westchester as the mid-Hudson Valley region looks to begin reopening economies as soon as next week. As of Friday, May 22, 133,384 Westchester residents have been tested for COVID-19, with 32,767 testing positive for the virus, according to the state Department of Health. Since the outbreak began in New Rochelle in mid-March, 1,319 county residents have died from the virus. Earlier story - COVID-19: Long Island, Hudson Valley Could Reopen Next Week As Some Restrictions Eased Westchester, which is in the mid-Hudson…
'It Was A Hoax': SWAT Teams, Choppers Respond After 911 Call In Dobbs Ferry 'It Was A Hoax': SWAT Teams, Choppers Respond After 911 Call In Dobbs Ferry
'It Was A Hoax': SWAT Teams, Choppers Respond After 911 Call In Dobbs Ferry A hoax "swatting" call to police regarding shots fired at an area home sent a massive law enforcement response including SWAT teams and helicopters. The incident took place in Westchester County around 5:52 p.m., Tuesday, May 19, when the village of Dobbs Ferry Police received a 911 call. "We had initially heard that someone could have been shot so the police had to treat this very seriously," Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said. "It was a hoax." The called told police there had been shots fired at a home on Myrtle Avenue, said Dobbs Ferry Police Chief Manuel Guevara. Members…
Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of COVID-19 Cases By Municipality Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of COVID-19 Cases By Municipality
Westchester Closer To Reopening: Latest Breakdown Of Covid-19 Cases By Municipality Westchester is getting closer to entering phase one of reopening its economy due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as the overnight fatality numbers dropped to the lowest since the outbreak began. There have now been 32,402 confirmed positive COVID-19 cases in Westchester, an increase of less than 100, though only 2,162 are active, as more than 30,000 patients have been treated or self-resolved from the virus. Westchester County Executive George Latimer noted that a week ago, there were 3,227 active cases, and more than 8,000 as recently as three weeks ago. Less than 400 COVID-19…