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Covid-19 $14.7M Scheme: Westchester Duo Tried Stealing From Relief Program, Feds Say
Two men from Westchester and a Long Island woman face charges after participating in a more than $14 million scheme to steal from a program created to help small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, federal officials said.
New Rochelle resident Glenroy Walker, age 65, Mount Vernon resident Gary Wheeler, age 46, Freeport resident Sherril Baez, age 50, and three others are charged with scheming to steal more than $14 million from the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced on Tuesday, June 6.
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Iconic Eatery Closes After 52 Years In Westchester: 'Time For Me To Just Let Go,' Owner Says
A pizzeria in Westchester that became a community staple for over half a century and became the setting of countless memories has closed as its owner prepares to enjoy retirement.
Raceway Pizza, located in Yonkers at 775 Yonkers Ave., has closed, owner Luigi Petrozza announced on social media on Wednesday, May 24.
Petrozza, whose family began the restaurant in 1971, cited his retirement as the reason for the restaurant's closing.
"Working here with my mom and dad for many, many years...it's going to be sad, but it's time for me to just let go and do what I have to do now," Petrozza sai…
New Family-Owned Deli In Westchester County Blends Italian, Ecuadorian Influences
A newly-opened family-owned deli in Westchester County combines both Italian and Ecuadorian backgrounds.
On Monday, Oct. 24, the Snap Stop Food Bar, located in Yonkers at 19 Main Street, celebrated its grand opening, according to a Facebook post from the deli.
The deli is owned by a couple with both Italian and Ecuadorian heritage and sells items like grilled chicken, Italian sandwiches, fresh salads, and various desserts, the owners said in a video produced by the city of Yonkers.
The deli also sells candies from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, in addition to food and drink…
Covid-19: 175th Dutchess County Fair Canceled For This Year
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has resulted in the closure of yet another staple, the Dutchess County Fair, for this year.
Fair officials announced on Wednesday, June 3, they had "made the incredibly emotional and difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Dutchess County Fair," due to concerns for the safety of the many guests.
The fair had been scheduled to take place from Tuesday, Aug. 25 to Sunday, Aug. 30 at the fairgrounds in Rhinebeck.
The 175th Dutchess County Fair will return on August 24 -29, 2021, fair officials said.
“We explored all options," said Andy Imperati, president/…