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Firefighter In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 27 Firefighter In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 27
Firefighter In Hudson Valley Dies Suddenly At Age 27 A firefighter from Westchester County has died at the age of 27. Servando Rodriguez, of Yonkers, died suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 8, according to his obituary. Rodriguez worked as a firefighter for the City of Yonkers. "It has been a pleasure meeting, knowing, and interacting with him during my years at Yonkers High School," former classmate Joel Pike wrote in a Facebook post. "Truly, he served his city with great distinction and gallant bravery. His service was greatly appreciated.  "Folks, this is indeed a sad way to close out 2021, another challenging year for everyone. He will be woe…
Police Sergeant Involved In Fatal Crash With Pedestrian In Hudson Valley Police Sergeant Involved In Fatal Crash With Pedestrian In Hudson Valley
Police Sergeant Involved In Fatal Crash With Pedestrian In Hudson Valley A 13-year veteran of the Yonkers Police Department hit and killed a man during a crash in Westchester. The Yonkers Police Department was notified of the crash around 1:06 p.m., Monday, Feb. 8, in the area of Kimball Avenue at Fox Avenue, the department said. The off-duty Yonkers PD sergeant called 911 to report that she was involved in an accident in which a pedestrian was struck.  First Responders arrived at the scene and immediately rendered medical aid to the 80-year-old male victim identified Albert Farina, of Yonkers, as he was transported to a local area trauma center where he l…