Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York
Here's When Early Voting Starts In New York With a record number of people expected to head to the polls next month on Election Day, New Yorkers can get a jump start and vote early beginning this weekend. Early voting in New York begins on Saturday, Oct. 24, allowing any registered voter to vote at certain sites within their own county. Early voting lasts through Sunday, Nov. 1. Voters that may have requested or turned in an absentee ballot can still vote in person in New York, with the in-person vote being the only one that counts. Anyone who votes early cannot vote on Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Early polling locations in th…
Gap Hiring At Local Fulfillment Center, Bringing 1,400 Jobs To Hudson Valley Gap Hiring At Local Fulfillment Center, Bringing 1,400 Jobs To Hudson Valley
Gap Hiring At Local Fulfillment Center, Bringing 1,400 Jobs To Hudson Valley Gap is looking to hire 1,400 "flex" employees, who can choose which hours during the week and weekends that they'd prefer to work, at its Dutchess County packaging and assembly center in Fishkill for the holiday season.  Flex employees can work hours during the day, at night and on weekends; they are also permitted to pick up extra hours.  The starting rate for full-time, part-time and seasonal employees, said the company, went up by one dollar on Monday, Oct. 18.  Applications take no more than three minutes and can be filled out virtually at jobs.gapinc.com/seasonal.
COVID-19: Liquor Licenses Of Two Hudson Valley Restaurants Suspended For Guideline Violations COVID-19: Liquor Licenses Of Two Hudson Valley Restaurants Suspended For Guideline Violations
Covid-19: Liquor Licenses Of Two Hudson Valley Restaurants Suspended For Guideline Violations New York has suspended liquor licenses for 15 more businesses, including two in the Hudson Valley, after finding what it labeled violations of COVID-19 pandemic-related executive orders.  Over the last week, the state's multi-agency task force -- led by the State Police and State Liquor Authority -- conducted 8,634 compliance checks, documenting violations at 40 establishments. Businesses found in violation of COVID-19 regulations face fines up to $10,000 per violation, while egregious violations can result in the immediate suspension of a bar or restaurant's liquor license.  The …
Popular Restaurant Announces Closure After 30 Years In Business At Several Locations Popular Restaurant Announces Closure After 30 Years In Business At Several Locations
Popular Restaurant Announces Closure After 30 Years In Business At Several Locations The COVID-19 pandemic has claimed its latest victim: a popular Hudson Valley restaurant that has been operating for decades with multiple locations in Westchester and Dutchess counties. Michael’s, which had locations in Wappingers Falls, Somers, Fishkill and White Plains, announced that due to struggles endured during the pandemic, they will be closing their doors permanently next month. Open since 1989, Michael’s will be closing as of Saturday, Aug. 15, the owners posted on social media. “These last few months have proven to be difficult for so many in the community and unfortunately our …
Popular Diner On Route 9 Permanently Closes Popular Diner On Route 9 Permanently Closes
Popular Diner On Route 9 Permanently Closes A popular Hudson Valley diner which has offered home-cooked food at affordable prices for more than a decade has closed its doors for good. The Table Talk Diner, a fixture in Dutchess County on Route 9 in the Town of Poughkeepsie, announced on Monday, June 15, it was closing permanently, effective that same day. The closing comes after months of being closed and offering takeout due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. "I want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone for your support, loyalty, and patronage over the past 10 years," the owners, the Vanikiotis Family said on the restauran…
Know Them Or This Car? Reward Offered For Info Leading To Arrests Of Robbery Suspects Know Them Or This Car? Reward Offered For Info Leading To Arrests Of Robbery Suspects
Know Them Or This Car? Reward Offered For Info Leading To Arrests Of Robbery Suspects A reward has been issued for information that leads to the arrest of wanted men who allegedly pistol-whipped a gas station clerk during an armed robbery in Dutchess County. New York State Crime Stoppers is offering a $2,500 cash reward for information that leads to an arrest after a pair of suspects robbed the Shell gas station on Route 9 in Fishkill earlier this year. Police said that at approximately 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, troopers responded to a reported robbery at the Shell gas station. According to investigators, two men entered the store, with one displaying a handgun and pistol…
10 Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops 10 Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops
10 Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In Memorial Day Weekend Stops More than two dozen area residents were among those busted by New York State Police for alleged impaired driving over the holiday weekend. Local residents charged:  Westchester County On May 22, the State Police from Cortlandt arrested Ricardo L. Figueroa, 34, of Croton-on-Hudson, for DWAI Drugs, and Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, a felony. He was traveling on State Route 9 in the city of Peekskill, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of drugs, and in possession of approximately 0.6 gr…
Hundreds Honor Memory Of Deputy Fire Chief In Westchester Who Died Of COVID-19 Hundreds Honor Memory Of Deputy Fire Chief In Westchester Who Died Of COVID-19
Hundreds Honor Memory Of Deputy Fire Chief In Westchester Who Died Of Covid-19 Hundreds of firefighters turned out wearing masks and dress uniforms to pay tribute to a beloved Westchester deputy fire chief following his death from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) as he was transported from White Plains Hospital to an area funeral home.  Deputy Chief Edward Ciocca, 62, a White Plains native, died Friday, May 1, due to complications from COVID-19, said the White Plains Professional Fire Fighters. Ciocca, a third-generation firefighter, worked for the department for 35 years, rising through the ranks to become deputy chief in 1999. His grandfather, Edward J. MacDon…
Missing 12-Year-Old Girl Found Missing 12-Year-Old Girl Found
Missing 12-Year-Old Girl Found Update: A 12-year-old girl who went missing in the area has been found. State police in the Hudson Valley have issued an alert Friday, Jan. 24, for a 12-year-old runaway from Woodlands Court in the town of Wappinger. "Ariana has been located safely with the assistance of the town of Fishkill Police Department, and returned to her family," state police said Friday night. "Thank you, everyone, for your assistance." Original report: A 12-year-old girl has gone missing and authorities are asking the public's help in locating her. State police in the Hudson Valley have issued an alert for a …
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region
New Update: How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Region A strong, quick-moving storm system brought several inches of snow to most of the region while creating hazardous driving conditions over the entire area. There were numerous crashes and some road closures during the height of the storm Saturday afternoon and evening, Jan. 18. Here's a look at snowfall totals from throughout the region. New York City Central Park, 2.1 inches Westchester County Armonk, 3 inches Larchmont, 2.5 inches Mount Kisco, 3.3 inches Rye Brook, 3 inches Nassau County Bethpage, 3.3 inches East Meadow, 2.5 inches Farmingdale, 2.5 inches Franklin Square, …
State Police Investigate Bias Crime After Large Cross On Mountain Is Destroyed In Area State Police Investigate Bias Crime After Large Cross On Mountain Is Destroyed In Area
State Police Investigate Bias Crime After Large Cross On Mountain Is Destroyed In Area Police are investigating a bias crime after a large cross was destroyed on a mountain in the area. The incident involved graffiti and vandalism to the cross, which can usually be seen from Honness Mountain in the area of Brooks Road in Fishkill for miles, including from Route 9 to the west and I-84 to the south. New York State Police from the Wappinger barracks said the investigation is being conducted with its Bias Crime Unit. In a post on Facebook, James Brooks said his grandfather "thanked God every day for his son (my father) living through a fire that burned a major percentage of his …
Eight Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Eight Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
Eight Westchester Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops Nearly three dozen area residents were arrested by New York State Police troopers in the Hudson Valley. Local residents charged include:  Westchester County On Friday, Dec. 20, State Police from Brewster arrested Michael A. Verella, 44, of Somers, for DWI. He was traveling on Interstate 684 in the town of Southeast, when he was stopped for a violation of the vehicle and traffic law. Investigation revealed he was under the influence of alcohol, and was subsequently arrested. On Saturday, Dec. 21, State Police from East Fishkill arrested Maribel D. Polanco, 35, of Bedford, for Aggrav…