Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close In Hudson Valley: 'Fought For Culture' Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close In Hudson Valley: 'Fought For Culture'
Music Lounge Founded By 'Tonight Show' Musician To Close In Hudson Valley: 'Fought For Culture' A beloved Hudson Valley music and food spot created by a member of "The Tonight Show" house band The Roots is preparing to close its doors for good.  Uncle Cheef, located in Putnam County at 988 Route 22 in Brewster and run by The Roots saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-Smith and his wife, Jenny Cheef, announced on Friday, April 25 that it will shut down after Saturday, May 10.  In a heartfelt Instagram post, Hendrickson-Smith said the decision came "due to circumstances beyond" their control, writing, "This is not the future Jenny Cheef and I envisioned."  The couple opened …
NY Man Voted Twice In 2024 Election, DA Says NY Man Voted Twice In 2024 Election, DA Says
NY Man Voted Twice In 2024 Election, DA Says A Long Island man is facing felony charges after allegedly voting twice in the 2024 general election. Christopher Lindenberg, age 54, of Lindenhurst, is accused of requesting, completing, and submitting an early mail ballot in another person’s name — and then casting a second ballot himself. An investigation found that Lindenberg used the early mail ballot online application portal in October 2024 to request a ballot on behalf of another person without their knowledge, according to the Suffolk County DA’s office. The ballot was reportedly sent to Lindenberg’s home a few days later. He then…
DHL Ends High-Value Delivery Pause As Trump's Tariffs Spark Customs Backlog DHL Ends High-Value Delivery Pause As Trump's Tariffs Spark Customs Backlog
DHL Ends High-Value Delivery Pause As Trump's Tariffs Spark Customs Backlog A major global shipping company has lifted its pause on high-value shipments to the US after stopping them for a week due to President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs. DHL has resumed business-to-consumer deliveries for packages with declared values of $800 or more. The company made the announcement in a website update on Monday, April 28.  The German shipping giant paused high-value shipments on Monday, April 21. DHL warned customers that the latest tariff-driven rule changes to inspections had overwhelmed its clearance systems, triggering multi-day delays. The re…
Drunk Man Caught Driving 'All Over Road' On I-87 In Westchester While Over 3x Legal Limit: NYSP Drunk Man Caught Driving 'All Over Road' On I-87 In Westchester While Over 3x Legal Limit: NYSP
Drunk Man Caught Driving 'All Over Road' On I-87 In Westchester While Over 3x Legal Limit: Nysp A New Jersey man was arrested after he was spotted driving erratically and drinking alcohol behind the wheel on the New York State Thruway in Westchester, police announced.  The incident happened on Thursday night, April 24, around 9:50 p.m., when troopers received several reports of a vehicle swerving across the southbound lanes, New York State Police announced on Monday, April 28.  Witnesses reported the driver appeared to be drinking alcohol while driving, police added.  Troopers quickly found the vehicle and pulled it over. The driver was identified as Gerardo Salguero-G…
Sun River Health Re-Launches Nurse Practitioner Residency Training Program Sun River Health Re-Launches Nurse Practitioner Residency Training Program
Sun River Health Re-Launches Nurse Practitioner Residency Training Program Sun River Health, a community health care provider with sites throughout the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, is pleased to announce the re-launch of their Nurse Practitioner Residency Training Program. The program provides intensive training in both the clinical complexity of family practice in a community health center as well as training in the Patient Centered Medical Home model for primary care. The year-long residency incorporates significant rural/agricultural health experience and includes a one-year employment commitment. Prisca Moky, FNP Sun River Health Sun …
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame 2025: See The Full List Of Music Legends Inducted The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced its 2025 inductees on Sunday, April 27 — and the list is packed with icons, trailblazers, and legends. This year’s honorees were revealed live by Ryan Seacrest during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame episode of "American Idol."  The announcement sets the stage for a massive celebration when the class of 2025 is officially inducted this fall. Performer Category: Bad Company Chubby Checker Joe Cocker Cyndi Lauper Outkast Soundgarden The White Stripes Musical Influence Award: Salt-N-Pepa Warren Zevon Musical Excellence Award: Th…
Democratic Candidate's Disappearance In NY Has Loved Ones 'Incredibly Concerned' Democratic Candidate's Disappearance In NY Has Loved Ones 'Incredibly Concerned'
Democratic Candidate's Disappearance In NY Has Loved Ones 'Incredibly Concerned' An aspiring New York politician has vanished without a trace, leaving his family and friends desperate for answers. Petros Krommidas, 29, was last seen in Baldwin at around 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 23. Relatives reported him missing to Nassau County Police the following evening. Krommidas, a Democratic candidate for the Nassau County Legislature’s Fourth District, is described as 6-foot-2 and 230 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a camouflage-print sweatshirt and gray sweatpants. Authorities believe he may be in the Long Beach area. The Nassau County Democra…
Big Lots Reopening 130+ More Stores In Discount Chain's Revival: See The Full List Big Lots Reopening 130+ More Stores In Discount Chain's Revival: See The Full List
Big Lots Reopening 130+ More Stores In Discount Chain's Revival: See The Full List Big Lots is ramping up its comeback plans under new ownership by opening more than 130 stores, including nearly two dozen in Pennsylvania and Virginia. The discount chain plans to reopen 132 stores across 14 states in May, Variety Wholesalers announced in a news release on Monday, April 28. Pennsylvania (13 stores) and Virginia (10 stores) are among the top states for returning locations. Big Lots will reopen 54 stores on Thursday, May 1, and 78 locations on Thursday, May 15. "The customer response to the newly expanded assortment of fresh inventory and great deals has been overw…
Shooting Rampage At Small North Carolina College Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured Shooting Rampage At Small North Carolina College Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured
Shooting Rampage At Small North Carolina College Leaves 1 Dead, 6 Injured The campus of a small college in North Carolina was shaken by a shooting incident that occurred shortly after a popular event on campus. 
The incident took place in the early morning hours of Sunday, April 27, at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) at the conclusion of Yard Fest, part of the university’s Viking Fest celebrations.  The identity of the deceased, a 24-year-old man not affiliated with ECSU, has not yet been released. Six individuals were injured, with four sustaining gunshot wounds, including three ECSU students, while additional injuries were reported among …
'I Was Left For Dead': Man Who Shot Ex In Neck In Front Of Kids In Westchester Learns Fate 'I Was Left For Dead': Man Who Shot Ex In Neck In Front Of Kids In Westchester Learns Fate
'I Was Left For Dead': Man Who Shot Ex In Neck In Front Of Kids In Westchester Learns Fate A man who broke into his ex-girlfriend’s Westchester home and shot her in front of her children will now spend decades in state prison, prosecutors announced.  Sleepy Hollow resident Ruben Santiago, 40, was sentenced Friday afternoon, April 25, to 20 years to life in state prison for a brutal attack in January 2024, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced.  As previously reported by Daily Voice at the time, the attack happened on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, around 4:30 p.m., when Santiago forcibly entered his ex-girlfriend’s residence on Chestnut Street near Valley …
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 th…
RWU Student Dies Suddenly While Studying Abroad In Italy RWU Student Dies Suddenly While Studying Abroad In Italy
RWU Student Dies Suddenly While Studying Abroad In Italy The Roger Williams University community is mourning the loss of a junior who died after suffering a medical emergency while studying abroad in Italy, the university announced. Paige Moreau, Class of 2026, was an architect student and was studying in Florence when she died on Friday, April 26, school officials said. Paige was deeply involved in campus life at RWU. She served as a Resident Assistant for the Housing Office and worked as a Building Manager with the university’s Student Programs, Leadership, and Orientation (SPLO) department, RWU said. "Her leadership, mentorship, and spir…
KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu
KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu For the first time in more than five years, a sweet fan-favorite is back on KFC's menus nationwide. KFC is bringing back chicken and waffles on Monday, April 28, the fast-food chain announced in a news release. The sweet and savory pairing features KFC's famous crispy fried chicken, Liège-style waffles, and Mrs. Butterworth's syrup. The limited-time return marks the first nationwide offering of the item since its brief comeback in 2019. "We believe chicken and waffles is an American icon, said Catherine Tan-Gillespie, KFC's US president. "Flavorful, juicy and freshly fried s…
Massive Power Outages Hit 3 Major European Nations Massive Power Outages Hit 3 Major European Nations
Massive Power Outages Hit 3 Major European Nations Significant power outages are affecting critical infrastructure in parts of three European nations. Substantial disruptions in transportation and services are happening on Monday, April 28 in France, Spain, and Portugal. The outages reportedly stem from issues within the European electricity grid. In France, the Basque Coast and the Burgundy region were experiencing power issues.
 Areas in Spain experiencing outages include the Basque Country, Catalonia, Andalusia, Aragon, Castile and León, Extremadura, Murcia, and Navarre.  Spain’s national power company, Red Eléctricia, indi…
Stolen Land Rover Hits DOT Truck: 2 Teens Charged In I-684 Chase In Westchester, Police Say Stolen Land Rover Hits DOT Truck: 2 Teens Charged In I-684 Chase In Westchester, Police Say
Stolen Land Rover Hits DOT Truck: 2 Teens Charged In I-684 Chase In Westchester, Police Say Two Connecticut teens are facing felony charges after crashing a stolen vehicle into a New York State Department of Transportation truck on Interstate 684 in Putnam County after a chase that began in Westchester, police announced.  The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon, April 23, after a Be On the Lookout alert was issued for a stolen 2025 Land Rover taken from Greenwich, Connecticut, New York State Police said.  Troopers soon spotted the vehicle speeding in the northbound lanes of I-684, near Exit 8 (Hardscrabble Road) in North Salem. Shortly after, the Land Rover crashed …
Date Set For Conclave To Elect New Pope Date Set For Conclave To Elect New Pope
Date Set For Conclave To Elect New Pope The Vatican has announced when the conclave to elect the 267th Pope will begin following the death of Pope Francis. Funeral services were held for Francis in Rome on Saturday, April 26. He died on Easter Monday, April 21 at age 88. The cause of death was a stroke that resulted in a coma and irreversible cardiovascular collapse. Conclave Schedule The Cardinals in attendance for the funeral have resolved to initiate the conclave on Wednesday, May 7.  This decision was made during the Fifth General Congregation, convened on Monday morning, April 28 in the Vatican’s Synod Hall. Conclave…
Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Westchester's Own Martha Stewart, Jose Andres Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Westchester's Own Martha Stewart, Jose Andres
Yes, Chef! New NBC Show Features Westchester's Own Martha Stewart, Jose Andres A new cooking competition series is set to debut on NBC with two of the culinary world’s most recognizable names at the helm. Yes, Chef! features Martha Stewart and José Andrés as co-hosts and judges, bringing together a dozen chefs known not only for their talent in the kitchen but also for their intense personalities and competitive edge. The series will premiere on Monday, April 28, at 10 p.m. Eastern time on NBC, airing right after The Voice. Episodes will be available to stream the following day on Peacock. Stewart, age 83, is a lifestyle icon, author, and entrepreneur who built a med…
Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns
Fake Facebook Ads Promote Bogus ‘Tariff Relief’ Offers, FBI Warns Scammers are once again turning hot-button headlines into bait — this time with bogus offers of “tariff relief” payments showing up in Facebook and Instagram ads. The fraudulent posts have promised $750 in “tariff relief credit” or as much as $5,600 in “tariff relief benefits.”  But the promised payouts don’t exist. Instead, these ads are believed to be attempts to gather personal information or steer unsuspecting users into marketing calls where they could be targeted by spammers. Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, confirmed that it removed the ads after being alerte…
3 US Citizen Children, Including 4-Year-Old Cancer Patient, Deported To Honduras 3 US Citizen Children, Including 4-Year-Old Cancer Patient, Deported To Honduras
3 US Citizen Children, Including 4-Year-Old Cancer Patient, Deported To Honduras Immigration officials deported three US citizen children — ages 2, 4, and 7 — along with their mothers late last week, according to multiple reports. The 4-year-old is battling stage four cancer, and they were deported without medication or access to their doctors. One of the mothers is also pregnant, reports said. The American Civil Liberties Union of Louisiana said the families had lived in the U.S. for years, establishing deep roots in their communities. But Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained them earlier last week and kept them incommunicado, ignoring frantic attempts by …
Driver Seriously Injured In Hit-Run Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester: NYSP Driver Seriously Injured In Hit-Run Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester: NYSP
Driver Seriously Injured In Hit-Run Crash On Sprain Brook Parkway In Westchester: Nysp A driver was seriously injured after a hit-and-run crash on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester overnight, authorities said. Troopers responded around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 27, to reports of a serious crash with injuries on the southbound side of the parkway near mile marker 9.4 in Elmsford, according to New York State Police Trooper Krystal Paolicelli. A preliminary investigation determined that one vehicle rear-ended another vehicle, leaving the second vehicle with serious injuries. The driver of the vehicle that was struck was seriously injured and rushed to a nearby medic…
Illegal Immigrant Accused Of Stealing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse: Reports Illegal Immigrant Accused Of Stealing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse: Reports
Illegal Immigrant Accused Of Stealing Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse: Reports The suspect who allegedly stole Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse during an Easter weekend outing has been apprehended — and was reportedly in the country illegally. Noem was eating dinner at a restaurant in Washington, DC when an unknown thief snatched her purse, which contained $3,000 in cash, an ID badge, passport, driver's license, and other valuables, according to CNN. This weekend, multiple reports confirmed that a suspect — described as an illegal immigrant — was arrested in connection with the theft.  A second suspect remains at large. NBC News reported that the…
Trump Sinks To Lowest 100-Day Approval In 80 Years, Poll Shows Trump Sinks To Lowest 100-Day Approval In 80 Years, Poll Shows
Trump Sinks To Lowest 100-Day Approval In 80 Years, Poll Shows Donald Trump just made history — but not the kind he wanted. A new ABC News/Washington Post/Ipsos poll shows Trump’s approval rating has sunk to 39 percent just 100 days into his second term, the lowest for any president at this point in office in more than 80 years, according to a report released Sunday, April 28. The poll, conducted nationally, paints a grim picture for the former president as Americans grow increasingly nervous about the economy.  Seventy-two percent believe Trump's policies are likely to cause a recession soon, while 73 percent already say the economy is in bad sh…
Long Island Teacher Dies After Suffering Medical Episode In Front Of Students: Report Long Island Teacher Dies After Suffering Medical Episode In Front Of Students: Report
Long Island Teacher Dies After Suffering Medical Episode In Front Of Students: Report A Long Island school district is mourning the loss of one of its middle school teachers who reportedly died days after suffering a medical episode in front of students. Adrian Weger Gilmore, who taught at the Albert G. Prodell Middle School in Shoreham died on Thursday,  April 24, according to multiple news outlets citing district officials.  News 12 Long Island reported the district sent a letter to the community on Tuesday, April 22 saying that a staffer suffered a medical emergency that was witnessed by students. County police confirmed they responded to the school for a c…
Woman Strips Naked, Defecates On Seat Aboard Southwest Flight Woman Strips Naked, Defecates On Seat Aboard Southwest Flight
Woman Strips Naked, Defecates On Seat Aboard Southwest Flight Chicago’s Midway Airport was the scene of an unusual incident involving a female passenger aboard a Southwest Airlines flight traveling from Philadelphia to Chicago.  Reports indicate that the woman allegedly disrobed and then defecated on her seat during the flight on Saturday, April 26.  After the plane landed, it was met by law enforcement, NBC Chicago reports, adding that the aircraft was then taken out of service for thorough cleaning.  In response to the incident, Southwest Airlines issued a statement acknowledging the disruption, according to a report by NBC…
3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport 3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport
3 Killed After Small Plane Crashes Near Tennessee Airport All three individuals on board were killed after a small plane crashed in Tennessee. The Mooney M20TN went down south of Upper Cumberland Regional Airport in Sparta, about 95 miles east of Nashville, around noon local time on Saturday, April 26, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  The aircraft had reportedly departed from Alabama and was in its descent into the airport when the incident happened. The identities of the victims have not yet been released. The FAA and NTSB are investigating. The NTSB will be in charge of the investigation.
Recall Issued For Popular Snack Mix Sold In NY Recall Issued For Popular Snack Mix Sold In NY
Recall Issued For Popular Snack Mix Sold In NY A popular snack mix sold in the Northeast and other regions has been recalled due to a labeling issue that could pose a health risk for some consumers. New England Village Foods of Milford, New Hampshire, is recalling all lots of its 5-ounce and 10-ounce containers of New England Village Snacks “19th Hole Snack Mix” because they may contain undeclared almonds, according to the US Food and Drug Administration. The recall involves clear plastic cups and tubs with reclosable lids. The products were distributed to small independent grocery markets and convenience stores throughout New England, …
Wind Gusts Up To 40 MPH Arrive Amid Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast Wind Gusts Up To 40 MPH Arrive Amid Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast
Wind Gusts Up To 40 MPH Arrive Amid Topsy-Turvy Weather Pattern: 5-Day Forecast The passage of a strong cold front accompanied by severe thunderstorms has been followed by blustery conditions with strong winds. Widespread gusts of 30 to 40 miles per hour on Sunday, April 27, will make it feel colder than temperatures that will be below seasonable averages, the National Weather Service says. "A changeable weather pattern will bring rounds of rain and temperature swings to the Northeast for the final days of April and the first few of May," according to AccuWeather. "The series of storms and cold fronts making for the topsy-turvy weather will not be equal opportunit…
Missing Saddle Brook Man Found Safe After Search That Began At Paramus Mall: Cops Missing Saddle Brook Man Found Safe After Search That Began At Paramus Mall: Cops
Missing Saddle Brook Man Found Safe After Search That Began At Paramus Mall: Cops A 30-year-old Saddle Brook man reported missing Saturday, April 26 from the Westfield Garden State Plaza, has been safely located, authorities said. The man, who authorities previously said was armed with a knife, was found by Hackensack police around 2 a.m. on Sunday, April 27, according to a statement from Paramus Police Chief Robert M. Guidetti. The man is currently receiving the appropriate medical care, said authorities, who did not elaborate. Paramus police extended their sincere thanks to the surrounding law enforcement agencies, the media, social media platforms, and the public for…
Famed Titanic Passenger's Foreboding Letter Before Ship Sank Fetches $400K At Auction Famed Titanic Passenger's Foreboding Letter Before Ship Sank Fetches $400K At Auction
Famed Titanic Passenger's Foreboding Letter Before Ship Sank Fetches $400K At Auction A letter written aboard the Titanic just days before it sank has sold for nearly $400,000 at auction, according to multiple reports. First-class passenger Archibald Gracie wrote to a family friend on April 10, 1912, from Southampton while aboard the White Star Line vessel, according to Newsweek. He wrote that the "fine ship" was impressive, "but I shall await my journey's end before I pass judgment on her.” That journey ended abruptly five days ago outside of Newfoundland when it struck an iceberg. Henry Aldridge & Son, a well-known auction house in Wiltshire, England, auctio…
Eating Too Much Chicken Raises Cancer Risk, Study Says Eating Too Much Chicken Raises Cancer Risk, Study Says
Eating Too Much Chicken Raises Cancer Risk, Study Says A new study suggests that regularly eating large amounts of chicken could increase the risk of dying from gastrointestinal cancers. The research, conducted by a team at the National Institute of Gastroenterology in Italy and published in the journal Nutrients, followed nearly 5,000 adults over a two-decade period.  The analysis focused on weekly meat consumption, including poultry, and tracked health outcomes, particularly cancer-related deaths. The study found that people who ate more than 300 grams of poultry per week — about three or more standard servings — faced a 27 percent high…
After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL
After Stunning Draft Fall, Shedeur Sanders Officially Lands In NFL The wait is over. Once projected to be a possible number one draft pick, Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders — you may have heard of his father — is heading to the Cleveland Browns. Sanders was considered a consensus first-round pick, but inexplicably fell into the fifth round before the Browns picked him up with the 144th pick.  He was their second choice, after the Browns picked up Oregon star Dillon Gabriel with the 94th pick.  The quarterback room now includes the two rookies, Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, and much-maligned Deshaun Watson, who may not play this season. Sander…