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New York Jets Fire Head Coach Robert Saleh: Report New York Jets Fire Head Coach Robert Saleh: Report
New York Jets Fire Head Coach Robert Saleh: Report The New York Jets have fired coach Robert Saleh, ESPN reports. Gang Green has started the season 2-3, losing to the Minnesota Vikings 23-17 on Sunday, Oct. 6.  With 40-year-old Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, the Jets were considered all-in with Super Bowl aspirations, hoping to break their 14-year playoff drought, the longest active streak in professional sports. Saleh finishes his tenure with a 20-36 record. Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich is expected to be named interim coach. Saleh and his family live in Morristown in a 7-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion that sits on 6.64 acres of f…

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by Sam Barron
Lifestyle
Westchester Native Mary J. Blige Inducted In Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Westchester Native Mary J. Blige Inducted In Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame
Westchester Native Mary J. Blige Inducted In Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Hip-hop soul legend and New York's Mary J. Blige's career is doing "Just Fine," as the iconic artist has just been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.  Blige, age 53, was named an inductee into the Cleveland-based Hall of Fame on Sunday, April 21.  In their write-up on their website, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame said the Yonkers native has provided the soundtrack to countless fans' lives.  "Blige’s music echoes our experiences with love and life. She helps us move on, move out, and move up," the Hall of Fame wrote, continuing, "She’s the much-needed soundtrac…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Update: Hudson Valley HS Student With 'Heart Of Giant' Gets Paid Trip To Super Bowl Update: Hudson Valley HS Student With 'Heart Of Giant' Gets Paid Trip To Super Bowl
Update: Hudson Valley HS Student With 'Heart Of Giant' Gets Paid Trip To Super Bowl A Hudson Valley high school student who has persevered despite his cerebral palsy diagnosis and was presented with an award from the New York Giants was also able to enjoy a free trip to the Super Bowl.  Putnam County high schooler Eduardo Recinos, a student at Putnam Valley High School, was presented with the 2023 Heart of a Giant award by the New York Giants in early December 2023. In addition to getting the chance to meet Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, Recinos was also gifted four tickets to the Super Bowl, which was held on Sunday, Feb. 11.  Earlier Rep…

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by Ben Crnic
Lifestyle
Westchester Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches Westchester Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches
Westchester Native Designs Taylor Swift's Super Bowl Necklace, Causes 1,049% Rise In Searches If you couldn't help but notice pop superstar Taylor Swift's "87" necklace that she was sporting during the Super Bowl, you certainly weren't alone.  The necklace, designed by Westchester County native Stephanie Gottlieb of Scarsdale, was worn by Swift in tribute to her boyfriend, Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs, who won the Super Bowl by defeating the San Fransisco 49ers 25-22 on Sunday, Feb. 11.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stephanie Gottlieb (@stephaniegottlieb) Swift's fans noticed the necklace en ma…

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by Ben Crnic
Obituaries
'He Loved His Job': Fox News Radio Anchor, NY Resident Matt Napolitano Dies At Age 33 'He Loved His Job': Fox News Radio Anchor, NY Resident Matt Napolitano Dies At Age 33
'He Loved His Job': Fox News Radio Anchor, NY Resident Matt Napolitano Dies At Age 33 Colleagues and loved ones are mourning the loss of a rising star in the broadcasting world following his untimely death. Fox News Radio reporter and anchor Matt Napolitano died Saturday, Dec. 23 at the age of 33, his husband Ricky Whitcomb confirmed. “With a heavy heart I have to share that my husband @MattNapolitano passed away yesterday morning,” Whitcomb said in a Christmas Eve post on X. “He loved his job and he loved bringing the news to your radios and televisions. An honest journalist who truly cared about facts. “You can thank him for the last-minute Jets win today.” In a memo se…

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by Michael Mashburn
Schools
NY Giants Give Award To Hudson Valley HS Student: 'He Always Wanted To Push Himself' NY Giants Give Award To Hudson Valley HS Student: 'He Always Wanted To Push Himself'
NY Giants Give Award To Hudson Valley HS Student: 'He Always Wanted To Push Himself' A Hudson Valley high school student who has become an invaluable football team member despite his cerebral palsy diagnosis is being celebrated for having the true heart of a giant.  Putnam County high schooler Eduardo Recinos, a student at Putnam Valley High School, was presented with the 2023 Heart of a Giant award by New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones on Wednesday, Dec. 6, school officials announced.  The award, presented by both the Giants and the Hospital for Special Surgery, highlights high school tackle and flag football athletes, student managers, stude…

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by Ben Crnic
News
NY AG Alerts Residents To Deceptive Sports Betting Companies Ahead Of Super Bowl NY AG Alerts Residents To Deceptive Sports Betting Companies Ahead Of Super Bowl
NY AG Alerts Residents To Deceptive Sports Betting Companies Ahead Of Super Bowl Attorney General Letitia James advised New Yorkers to be aware of deceptive online sports betting organizations ahead of the Super Bowl. James said since online sports betting became legal in the state last month, many residents have encountered misleading ads online that make claims such as "risk-free bets" or "$1,000 welcome offers." She said these deceptive ads often come with requirements consumers aren't aware of. “I urge all New Yorkers watching the Super Bowl and betting online for the first time to be careful — don’t let scammers game your gamble,” James said. “Before placing a bet…

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by Nicole Valinote
Police & Fire
Authorities Across NY To Step Up Impaired Driving Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend Authorities Across NY To Step Up Impaired Driving Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend
Authorities Across NY To Step Up Impaired Driving Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend Law enforcement agencies across New York will step up patrols over Super Bowl weekend in an effort to target impaired driving. State officials said the enforcement campaign will begin Friday, Feb. 11, and continue through Monday, Feb. 14. The goal of the campaign is to reduce alcohol and drug-related crashes. "As we prepare to travel and get together with friends and family for an exciting Super Bowl Weekend, we are deploying law enforcement to make road travel as safe as possible," Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a statement. "Be sure to kick off the weekend by planning ahead for a safe ride ho…

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by Nicole Valinote
Sports
Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Expected To Start In New York Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Expected To Start In New York
Here's When Mobile Sports Betting Is Expected To Start In New York New York State regulators have given the green light for operators to launch mobile betting on sports sites for gamblers in the Empire State. The state’s gaming commission approved the betting sites on Monday, Nov. 8, including gambling giants DraftKings and FanDuel Sportsbook, and the mobile betting is expected to be ready by the Super Bowl. At the earliest, mobile sports betting could be available as of Wednesday, Nov. 24, though the process is expected to drag out into December or possibly January. Other permitted operators include BallyBet, BetMGM, Rush Street Interactive, Caesars Spor…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Nationwide Chicken Shortage Is Fowl News For Restaurants Nationwide Chicken Shortage Is Fowl News For Restaurants
Nationwide Chicken Shortage Is Fowl News For Restaurants The COVID-19 pandemic is causing more trouble for family-owned restaurants already struggling financially, but now have to contend with a nationwide chicken shortage as demand for the product grows. With Americans turning to comfort foods during the pandemic and ordering more chicken dishes and sandwiches from area restaurants during stay-at-home mandates, poultry producers have been struggling to keep pace. The poultry producers were also stretched extra thin when many meat processing plants were forced to close at the beginning of the pandemic due to COVID-19 outbreaks, while some chicken…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: New Guidelines For NY Bars, Restaurants, Catered Events Issued COVID-19: New Guidelines For NY Bars, Restaurants, Catered Events Issued
Covid-19: New Guidelines For NY Bars, Restaurants, Catered Events Issued Additional restrictions placed on bars, restaurants, and caterers in New York are being lifted as the state combats the spread of COVID-19. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that beginning on Monday, April 19, it will be extending the statewide curfew on restaurants and bars as New York continues reopening its economy. Cuomo said that as of April 19, bars and restaurants may stay open until midnight, up from 11 p.m., while the curfew for catered events in New York was pushed from midnight until 1 a.m. The curfew on bars and restaurants was put in place last November when the state was preparing…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Judge Rules On NY Curfew For Restaurants, Bars COVID-19: Judge Rules On NY Curfew For Restaurants, Bars
Covid-19: Judge Rules On NY Curfew For Restaurants, Bars A federal judge has upheld the 10 p.m. curfew for bars and restaurants that was put in place by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo during the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to the Super Bowl weekend, dozens of restaurants and bars filed a lawsuit seeking an injunction to halt the 10 p.m. curfew, which was put in place to limit the spread of the virus as the state contends with a second wave of infections. Earlier story - COVID-19: Cuomo Announces Decision On Super Bowl Curfew Extension Request By Restaurant/Bars However, citing the state’s authority to protect public health during the pandemic, a f…

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by Zak Failla
News
NY To Crack Down On Impaired Driving During Super Bowl Weekend NY To Crack Down On Impaired Driving During Super Bowl Weekend
NY To Crack Down On Impaired Driving During Super Bowl Weekend State and local law enforcement agencies across the state will be stepping up patrols to crack down on impaired driving during the Super Bowl weekend.  The enforcement campaign will run from Friday, February 5, through Monday, February 8.  The safety initiative is designed to reduce alcohol and drug-related traffic crashes.  "Super Bowl weekend is an exciting time of year, and I urge all New Yorkers to celebrate responsibly," Gov Andrew M. Cuomo said. "New York has zero-tolerance for impaired driving, and law enforcement will be on the road all weekend long to help keep New …

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
Vote: 'Super' Question As NFL's Title Game Nears - Do You Like Drums, Flats, Or Just Wing It? Vote: 'Super' Question As NFL's Title Game Nears - Do You Like Drums, Flats, Or Just Wing It?
Vote: 'Super' Question As NFL's Title Game Nears - Do You Like Drums, Flats, Or Just Wing It? It's time to settle this one: When it comes to chicken wings, which is better: flats or drums? This debate has been raging among wing connoisseurs for years, but always heats up a bit around Chicken Wing Day - which is sometimes also referred to as the Super Bowl. Over this Super Bowl weekend, Saturday, Feb. 6, and Super Sunday, Feb. 7, Americans are expected to eat 1.4 billion wings, according to RestaurantNews.com. This is up 2 percent from last year, the National Chicken Council said.  Both flats and drums are delicious, of course. If you're eating chicken wings, regardless of the …

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by Kristin Palpini
Politics
COVID-19: Cuomo Announces Decision On Super Bowl Curfew Extension Request By Restaurant/Bars COVID-19: Cuomo Announces Decision On Super Bowl Curfew Extension Request By Restaurant/Bars
Covid-19: Cuomo Announces Decision On Super Bowl Curfew Extension Request By Restaurant/Bars With the Super Bowl set to be played this weekend, Gov. Andrew Cuomo is encouraging New Yorkers to celebrate the big game, but to do so safely at home while the state contends with the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite pleas from restaurant and bar owners to lift the state’s 10 p.m. curfew, Cuomo announced on Friday, Feb. 5 that there would be no exception for the big game on Sunday, Feb. 7. On Friday, dozens of restauranteurs filed a lawsuit against the state over the curfew, arguing that it would discourage New Yorkers from heading to local bars or restaurants for the Super Bowl because they wou…

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by Zak Failla
News
COVID-19: Here's New Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County COVID-19: Here's New Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County
Covid-19: Here's New Rundown Of Hudson Valley Cases By County The positive COVID-19 infection rate in the Hudson Valley held relatively steady, with the region reporting less than 1,000 new infections for the second straight day. In the latest data released by the state Department of Health, a total of 817 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Hudson Valley, with the average seven-day infection rate in the region dropping to 5.65 percent on Wednesday, Feb. 3, down slightly from 5.66 percent the previous day and 5.76 on Monday. The statewide average positive infection rate continues to drop, down to 4.72 after dipping below five for the first time si…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Thousands Of Tickets Expected To Be Issued In Super Bowl Weekend DWI, Reckless Driving Detail Thousands Of Tickets Expected To Be Issued In Super Bowl Weekend DWI, Reckless Driving Detail
Thousands Of Tickets Expected To Be Issued In Super Bowl Weekend DWI, Reckless Driving Detail Those who drink big during the big game could find themselves in big trouble if they drink and drive, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo warned. The governor announced that New York State Police is teaming with local law enforcement agencies during Super Bowl weekend to crack down on impaired and reckless drivers. They are expected to hand out thousands of tickets, similar to last year. The STOP-DWI campaign is expected to include underage drinking enforcement, increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to “deter, identify, and arrest impaired drivers.” The emphasis enforcement initiative will ru…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Most Statewide Super Bowl Police Detail Tickets Issued In Hudson Valley: Here Are The Numbers Most Statewide Super Bowl Police Detail Tickets Issued In Hudson Valley: Here Are The Numbers
Most Statewide Super Bowl Police Detail Tickets Issued In Hudson Valley: Here Are The Numbers The New England Patriots prevailed over the Los Angeles Rams at the biggest football game of the year, but it was not a Super weekend for thousands of New Yorkers who were ticketed and arrested during the festivities. New York State Police issued 7,891 tickets and arrested 139 people for impaired driving during a Super Bowl Weekend impaired driving crackdown. The details started on Saturday, Feb. 2 and lasted through 4 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 4. Troopers also investigated 456 crashes, including 67 that resulted in injury and one death. During last year’s Super Bowl detail, troopers issued 7,73…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Putnam To Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI Super Bowl Weekend Crackdown Putnam To Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI Super Bowl Weekend Crackdown
Putnam To Participate in Statewide Stop-dwiCrackdown Putnam County officials are preparing for the state-wide “STOP-DWI” enforcement campaign occurring over Super Bowl weekend. In an effort to crack down on impaired drivers, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office will be increasing enforcement efforts through sobriety checkpoints starting Friday, Feb. 1 through 4 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 4. Officials encourage those attending Super Bowl events to choose a designated driver or make plans to ensure a safe ride home. The campaign also has its own app, called “Have a Plan.” For more information, click here.

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
State Police To Ramp Up DWI Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend State Police To Ramp Up DWI Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend
State Police To Ramp Up DWI Patrols Over Super Bowl Weekend The New York State Police Department is working alongside local departments across the state to increase DWI enforcement over Super Bowl weekend. The “STOP-DWI” campaign includes underage drinking enforcement, increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints in an effort to deter and identify impaired drivers. Funded by the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the campaign runs from Saturday, Feb. 2 until 2 4 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 4. Last year’s campaign resulted in a total of 120 DWI arrests and 7,733 tickets. In addition to using marked State Police vehicles, officers will also be using Co…

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by Valerie Musson
Police & Fire
Local, State Police Increase DWI Enforcement For Super Bowl Local, State Police Increase DWI Enforcement For Super Bowl
Local, State Police Increase DWI Enforcement For Super Bowl New York State Police will join local law enforcement agencies across the state in an effort to crack down on impaired driving on Super Bowl Sunday. The STOP-DWI campaign will include underage drinker enforcement, increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints to deter, identify and arrest impaired drivers. The campaign runs until 3 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 5. Super Bowl LII between the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots kicks off at 6:30 p.m. While STOP-DWI efforts across New York have led to significant reductions in the number of drinking and driving fatalities, too many lives continu…

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by Daily Voice
Weather
Snow For Super Bowl Sunday? Latest Forecast Details Timing Snow For Super Bowl Sunday? Latest Forecast Details Timing
Snow For Super Bowl Sunday? Latest Forecast Details Timing Click here for an updated story: Super Bowl Sunday Storm - Latest update The 52nd Super Bowl will provide plenty of football -- and also the chance of snow. A fast-moving storm is expected to bring light snow to the area Sunday. Periods of snow and rain are expected in the afternoon and evening with an inch or less of accumulation expected. The chance for snow starts shortly after midnight Sunday and continues through around noontime, followed by rain as the temperature climbs during the day, reaching a high around 40. Rain is expected to continue overnight into Monday morning. Skies …

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by Joe Lombardi