Flock Unveils Major Changes Amid Growing Surveillance Camera Backlash Flock Unveils Major Changes Amid Growing Surveillance Camera Backlash
Flock Unveils Major Changes Amid Growing Surveillance Camera Backlash Flock Safety is making major changes to how it stores data as nationwide privacy concerns rise over the controversial surveillance cameras. The company announced the updates in a blog post on Thursday, Aug. 13. Flock says it will cut its recommended default retention period for automatic license plate reader (ALPR) data from 30 to seven days. The changes also include new safeguards that Flock says will prevent law enforcement from misusing data. Flock will require agencies to use a system that flags unusual searches, automatically locks some users out pending review…
$1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In NY Now On Market $1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In NY Now On Market
$1.7M 'Woodland Escape' Boasting Pool, Pond, Secret Gardens In NY Now On Market A nearly seven-acre Northern Westchester property filled with gardens, water features, and a contemporary home built among rock outcroppings has hit the market. Known as "Woods Home," the property at 1750 Baptist Church Rd. in Yorktown Heights sits on 6.74 acres in the Huntersville neighborhood and is now listed for $1.7 million, according to a listing from Houlihan Lawrence.  The 4,976-square-foot home has four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and one half-bathroom.  Described by Houlihan Lawrence as a "woodland escape," the property includes sprawling lawns, a Sylvan pool, woodlan…
Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild
Sally Jessy Raphael's $4.75M Estate In Hudson Valley Featured By Zillow Gone Wild A sprawling, over 150-year-old Dutchess County estate owned for nearly three decades by former talk show host Sally Jessy Raphael has caught the attention of Zillow Gone Wild. Elmwood Farm, a historic estate at 618 Quaker Hill Rd. in Pawling, was featured in the popular real estate account's newsletter on Monday, Aug. 10.  The property, built in 1860 and owned by Sally Jessy Raphael for nearly 30 years, is currently listed by Jake Garay of SERHANT for $4.75 million. The newsletter highlighted the estate's massive size and historic character.  Set on 25.5 acres atop…
NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why
NY Among 15 Best States To Live In US, New Study Says: Here's Why From strong schools and health care to high incomes and low crime, several Northeast states are among the best places to live, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2026 Best States to Live In list on Monday, Aug. 10. The study ranked all 50 states using 51 measures of livability, from housing affordability and income growth to education, health, quality of life, and safety. Chip Lupo, a WalletHub analyst, said it's important to look beyond just economic reasons. "When deciding on a place to move, you should first consider financial factors like the cost of living, housing price…
These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate
These NY ZIP Codes Rank Among Nation's Most In-Demand For Real Estate Communities across the Northeast dominated a new ranking of the nation's hottest housing markets. Realtor.com released its 2026 list of the hottest ZIP codes in the US on Monday, Aug. 10. The report ranked markets based on buyer demand and how quickly homes sold. The rankings were based on Realtor.com listing data from January through June 2026, using unique views per property to measure demand and days on market to measure how quickly homes sold. "This year's hottest ZIP codes tell us that buyers aren't simply chasing the lowest price tag anymore — they're chasing space, character an…
Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up
Marvel Artist Andy Fish Faces Double Cancer Battle As Friends, Family, Comic Fans Step Up Some people spend a lifetime lifting others up. Now, a Maryland family is hoping the favor comes back around. The call for help starts in Hagerstown, where Gina Gabianelli has launched a GoFundMe campaign for her cousin, nationally recognized comic book artist Andy Fish, who was diagnosed with two rare blood cancers and is preparing for a life-saving stem-cell transplant. Fish, a father of three and longtime Massachusetts resident, has spent nearly three decades building a career as a professional artist, writer and educator.  His work has appeared in Marvel Comics, Archie Comics, War…
These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies
These Beagles Could Change Dog Ownership For Millions With Allergies Two beagles are making history after scientists said they created the first genetically edited dogs without the major protein responsible for most canine allergies. New York-based Kindred Companion Sciences unveiled the two female dogs named Alfie and Bailey on Wednesday, Aug. 5. The beagles were born in September 2024 after researchers used CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology to eliminate Can f 1, the primary dog allergen.  Kindred's findings were published in a peer-reviewed study in The CRISPR Journal. The company said researchers didn't detect Can f 1 prote…
Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Had This Capital Region Pizza — Here’s What He Thought Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Had This Capital Region Pizza — Here’s What He Thought
Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Had This Capital Region Pizza — Here’s What He Thought Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy had some surprising praise for a Capital Region pizza joint in his latest “One Bite” review. Portnoy, 49, found himself at Cusato’s Pizzeria in Ballston Spa, about 15 miles south of his home in Saratoga Springs. He cut the pizza review video despite the rain and shared it Thursday, July 30 on YouTube. “Looks pretty good,” Portnoy says before taking a bite. “Good undercarriage…very good,” he says after taking his first bite. Then after a pause, “Eh, pretty good.” “This is a basic, a little doughy, but good rainy Sunday football…” Portnoy continues before…
Former Mob Prosecutor Sworn In As SDNY's New Chief, Succeeds Jay Clayton Former Mob Prosecutor Sworn In As SDNY's New Chief, Succeeds Jay Clayton
Former Mob Prosecutor Sworn In As Sdny's New Chief, Succeeds Jay Clayton The Southern District of New York has a new top federal prosecutor following the resignation of US Attorney Jay Clayton.  Jamie McDonald was sworn in as United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York on Wednesday, July 29, after being appointed by Chief US District Judge Laura Taylor Swain.   McDonald succeeds Jay Clayton, who resigned earlier in the day after being confirmed by the US Senate as the nation's new Director of National Intelligence. McDonald previously served as an Assistant US Attorney in the Southern District's Criminal Division through 2017, wh…
Drew Barrymore Sells Historic NY Home For $4.5M — Just Two Years After Buying It Drew Barrymore Sells Historic NY Home For $4.5M — Just Two Years After Buying It
Drew Barrymore Sells Historic NY Home For $4.5M — Just Two Years After Buying It Drew Barrymore has officially sold her historic Westchester County estate, closing on the property just four months after listing it for sale.  The actress and television host sold the 1748 Colonial mansion on Winfield Ave. in Harrison for $4.5 million on Monday, July 27, Mansion Global reported. Barrymore, 51, purchased the six-bedroom home for $4.4 million in 2024 before embarking on an extensive renovation. As Daily Voice previously reported, she listed the property in March for $4.995 million, saying the renovation had become a much larger undertaking than she originally expected.&…
Hudson Valley's Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds Hudson Valley's Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds
Hudson Valley's Eric Becker Heads To MLB, Drafted By Cincinnati Reds A Hudson Valley, NY native who attended a nearby high school in New Jersey is officially headed to professional baseball.  Eric Becker, a Suffern native and standout shortstop at the University of Virginia, was selected by the Cincinnati Reds with the 58th overall pick in the second round of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, Sports Illustrated reported.  Becker becomes one of the highest-drafted players to come out of the Cavaliers' program in recent years and joins a Reds organization that has selected several Virginia players over the past decade.  The 6-foot-3, left-h…
Rep. Lawler Challenges Dem Nominee Cait Conley To 6 TV Debates After Her Primary Win Rep. Lawler Challenges Dem Nominee Cait Conley To 6 TV Debates After Her Primary Win
Rep. Lawler Challenges Dem Nominee Cait Conley To 6 TV Debates After Her Primary Win Soon after Cait Conley secured the Democratic nomination in NY-17 and defeated opponent Beth Davidson, incumbent Rep. Mike Lawler challenged her to six televised debates ahead of November's closely watched congressional race. Conley, a combat veteran and former national security official, won the five-candidate Democratic primary on Tuesday, June 23, with 22,876 votes, or 48.87 percent, according to unofficial results from the New York State Board of Elections.  Rockland County Legislator Beth Davidson finished second with 14,725 votes (31.46 percent), while Effie Guadalupe Phillips-St…
Stony Brook Student Accused Of Running Meth Operation From Dorm Room Indicted Stony Brook Student Accused Of Running Meth Operation From Dorm Room Indicted
Stony Brook Student Accused Of Running Meth Operation From Dorm Room Indicted A Stony Brook University student accused of selling methamphetamine from his campus dorm room has been indicted on multiple felony drug charges, Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Thursday, June 18. William Turri, 20, of Fairport, was indicted on charges including Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree and Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree after an investigation into alleged drug sales at Stony Brook University, prosecutors said. The indictment follows Turri's arrest on April 27, when Suffolk County police …
Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake
Zillow Gone Wild Features $14M NY Home Built By Mt. Rushmore Namesake A sprawling Hudson Valley estate tied to a man whose name became part of American history is turning heads after being featured by Zillow Gone Wild.   The Rushmore Estate, located at 14 Castleton Dr. in the Orange County hamlet of Highland Mills, is now listed for $14 million by Corcoran Baer & McIntosh.  The property spans 39.1 gated acres and includes a Spanish Colonial-style main house, a grand Gilded Age ballroom, a guest house, a private lake with beachfront, a 60-foot infinity pool, tennis and basketball courts, wooded trails, a gazebo, and multiple outdoor ent…
Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’ Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’
Hudson Valley Pitmaster Competes On Food Network’s ‘BBQ Brawl’ Chris Farella, co-owner of Brothers BBQ in Bergen and Rockland counties, will compete on Food Network’s “BBQ Brawl” in an episode airing Sunday, May 18. Farella, of Fort Lee, runs the family-owned barbecue restaurant with locations in Ramsey and New Windsor, NY, alongside his brothers Gavin and Jamie. The brothers grew up spending summers in North Carolina’s Outer Banks, where family barbecues and Southern cooking traditions inspired their love of food and hospitality. They opened their first Hudson Valley barbecue shack in 2008 before rebuilding and expanding the business after a fire…
Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration
Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration A long-abandoned historic estate in Dutchess County has been transformed into a luxury destination that is now officially open.  The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Mirbeau Inn & Spa Beacon at 11 Mirbeau Ln. took place on Thursday, May 7, at the reimagined Tioronda Estate, marking the brand’s fifth property and a major redevelopment project for the region.  The property, once known as Craig House, had sat vacant and deteriorating for more than 25 years before undergoing a $73 million restoration, according to Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino.  The proje…
New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse
New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Hudson Valley Firehouse Popular primetime crime drama "Law & Order" is bringing a piece of Westchester County to the national spotlight. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced that the latest episode of NBC’s Law & Order airing on Thursday, May 7, features scenes filmed inside Yonkers Fire Department Station One, highlighting the city’s growing role as a filming destination.  The episode, titled “Once Burned,” airs Thursday night at 8 p.m. and centers on the investigation into the death of a fire chief, according to show descriptions from IMDb.  Spano celebrated the moment on social media, call…
Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat
Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat A unique Dutchess County home blending historic charm with modern luxury is gaining national attention after being spotlighted by "Zillow Gone Wild."  The property, located at 101 Drake Rd. in Pleasant Valley, was featured as the first home in a recent Zillow Gone Wild newsletter, highlighting its transformation from two 19th-century barns into a high-end residence and pool house.  Described as “meticulously restored" in its listing by SERHANT, the property drew attention for its mix of rustic architecture and modern design elements, including vaulted ceilings, original hand-hewn …
Fired Giants Coach Brian Daboll Lists NJ Mansion For $5.4M Fired Giants Coach Brian Daboll Lists NJ Mansion For $5.4M
Fired Giants Coach Brian Daboll Lists NJ Mansion For $5.4M The North Jersey home of former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll is on the market for $5,395,000 following his departure from the team. Daboll was fired last November, after a 2-8 start to the season, his 4th year with Big Blue. In January, he was hired as offensive coordinator for the Tennessee Titans, where he will work under former Jets coach Robert Saleh. Daboll finished his tenure with a 20-40-1 record, though in his first season, he was named NFL Coach of the Year and guided the Giants to their only playoff win since 2011. The property at 128 Birch Rd. in Franklin Lakes sits o…
NY-Raised TV Icon Ed Sullivan Set For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction NY-Raised TV Icon Ed Sullivan Set For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction
Ny-raised TV Icon Ed Sullivan Set For Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Iconic television host Ed Sullivan, a Westchester County, NY native who helped shape American music history, will soon receive one of the industry’s highest honors. Sullivan, the longtime host of The Ed Sullivan Show who was raised in Port Chester, will be posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this year, Billboard reported. According to Billboard, Sullivan will receive the Ahmet Ertegun Award for non-performers during a ceremony set for Nov. 14, 2026, in Los Angeles.   The recognition comes as part of what has been a notable stretch for Sullivan’s legacy. A …
Gasoline Mistake Sparks Explosion At Amish School House In PA, 3 Burned Girls Airlifted To NY Gasoline Mistake Sparks Explosion At Amish School House In PA, 3 Burned Girls Airlifted To NY
Gasoline Mistake Sparks Explosion At Amish School House In PA, 3 Burned Girls Airlifted To NY An explosion caused by a fuel mix-up left three girls with severe burns at an Amish schoolhouse in Pennsylvania, according to a fundraiser created to support their recovery. The incident happened at the Hidden View Amish Schoolhouse in Spartansburg on Friday, March 27, when gasoline was accidentally used to start a wood stove instead of kerosene, according to the GoFundMe organizer. The blast severely burned a teenage teacher and two young girls, all of whom were flown by helicopter to hospitals in Buffalo, New York. One of the children was later transferred to a hospital in Rochester,…
Hudson Valley 4th Grader Finishes 2nd At Augusta In Drive, Chip, Putt National Finals Hudson Valley 4th Grader Finishes 2nd At Augusta In Drive, Chip, Putt National Finals
Hudson Valley 4th Grader Finishes 2nd At Augusta In Drive, Chip, Putt National Finals A Hudson Valley elementary school student is making waves on the national stage after nearly taking home a top title at one of the most prestigious youth golf competitions in the country.  Mario Vilardi, a fourth grader at Fishkill Plains Elementary School in the Wappingers Central School District in Dutchess County, finished second overall in the 2026 Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals, held at the famed Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia.  The annual competition draws thousands of young golfers from across the country, with only 80 finalists advancing to compete at Augusta,…
Popular HBO Series Seeking Extras In Capital Region Popular HBO Series Seeking Extras In Capital Region
Popular HBO Series Seeking Extras In Capital Region HBO’s “The Gilded Age” is looking for background actors and extras in the Capital Region again this summer. Scenes for the show’s fourth season will be filmed in Troy on June 9-10, and Grant Wilfrey Casting is looking for men and women from Albany, Troy, Schenectady, and surrounding areas to fill in grand ballrooms, busting streets, and other extravagant scenes. Filming in Troy could extend well beyond the two tentative dates, Mayor Carmella Montello told the Albany Times-Union, adding she's been told to expect more than two days. “The Gilded Age” is set in 1880s high society and chronicle…
Drew Barrymore Lists Historic NY Estate For $5M Just Years After Buying It: Here's Why Drew Barrymore Lists Historic NY Estate For $5M Just Years After Buying It: Here's Why
Drew Barrymore Lists Historic NY Estate For $5M Just Years After Buying It: Here's Why Drew Barrymore is parting ways with her sprawling Westchester County estate not long after transforming it into a fully renovated countryside retreat.  The actress and talk show host has listed her home on Winfield Ave. in Harrison for $4.99 million after purchasing it for $4.4 million in 2024, Realtor.com reported.  The six-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate sits on nearly 12 acres and dates back to the 1740s, blending historic charm with modern upgrades following a major renovation.  What Barrymore initially expected to be a simple cosmetic update turned into a full-scale overh…
‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Needs Extras — And They’re Casting Victims For Chilling NY Shoot ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Needs Extras — And They’re Casting Victims For Chilling NY Shoot
‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Needs Extras — And They’re Casting Victims For Chilling NY Shoot The series "Dexter: Resurrection" is casting extras in New York City, offering a paid opportunity for actors willing to take on some intense roles.  According to a casting notice, the Showtime production is seeking SAG/AFTRA members to appear as background actors in scenes being filmed in Manhattan.  The roles call for participants to portray victims in photo stills featured in the series. Casting directors note that applicants must be comfortable depicting characters who have been murdered, including scenarios involving staged injuries.  Filming is tentatively scheduled for…
Meet The Freshman Phenom Fueling Hofstra Into March Madness Meet The Freshman Phenom Fueling Hofstra Into March Madness
Meet The Freshman Phenom Fueling Hofstra Into March Madness Hofstra basketball star Preston Edmead is a rare breed in 2026 college basketball: a homegrown talent from just down the street. Edmead, a freshman and the Pride’s second-leading scorer, grew up in Deer Park, just 30 minutes away from where he’d eventually go to college. “It was always a special place because I always knew the greats who were here before me: Justin Wright-Foreman, Aaron Estrada, Jaquan Carlos, Tyler Thomas,” Edmead told Newsday. “I knew this was the place I wanted to be as soon as I stepped on campus.” Hofstra, a No. 13 seed, will need Edmead to play like one of those form…
No Bedroom? No Problem: Tiny $329K NY Cottage Gets Big Attention Online No Bedroom? No Problem: Tiny $329K NY Cottage Gets Big Attention Online
No Bedroom? No Problem: Tiny $329K NY Cottage Gets Big Attention Online A tiny cottage on Long Island with no bedroom is drawing big attention online. The studio-style home at 84 Wyona Avenue in Selden is listed for $329,000 despite offering just 446 square feet of living space and no dedicated bedroom. Built in 1903, the narrow home measures roughly 10 feet wide by 37 feet long and sits on a 5,227-square-foot lot.The compact layout functions as a studio cottage with one full bathroom. “Perfect for downsizing, first-time buyers, or anyone looking to escape high rents,” reads the listing from HomeSmart Dynamic Realty.  Even with its modest footprint, the …
Frozen Out: Albany County Bans ICE Cooperation In 29–9 Vote Frozen Out: Albany County Bans ICE Cooperation In 29–9 Vote
Frozen Out: Albany County Bans ICE Cooperation In 29–9 Vote ICE and Border Patrol agents will no longer coordinate with Albany County law enforcement after county lawmakers passed a resolution banning such cooperation Monday night, March 9. The resolution prohibits the Albany County Sheriff’s office from reaching agreements with various federal immigration authorities, using Albany County jails and prisons to detain immigrants, and allowing the feds to stage use Albany County properties as staging areas for immigration operations. It was passed “as a direct response to the ongoing actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that have alarme…
Hochul Demands $13.5B Refund For New Yorkers After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs Hochul Demands $13.5B Refund For New Yorkers After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
Hochul Demands $13.5B Refund For New Yorkers After Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling on the federal government to return billions of dollars she says were unlawfully collected from New Yorkers after the US Supreme Court struck down tariff policies enacted during the Trump administration. Hochul held a roundtable with business leaders and farmers from the Capital Region Monday, March 9, to discuss the financial strain the tariffs created over the past year, according to the governor’s office. During the meeting, participants described how the tariffs increased costs and created uncertainty for businesses, farms, and families across New York. “Th…
Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley
Shuck It Out: 'Oyster Party' Opens Brick-And-Mortar Seafood Spot In Hudson Valley A seafood catering company known for its raw bars and fresh oysters has opened its first brick-and-mortar restaurant in Ulster County — and early diners are already giving it glowing reviews. Oyster Party, located in Woodstock at 1802 Route 28, opened its doors in late 2025 after more than a decade building a reputation across New York for its mobile raw bar catering business. The new restaurant currently holds a 5-star rating on Yelp, with customers praising its oysters, lobster rolls, and laid-back coastal atmosphere. The small seafood spot leans into a simple mission: bringing people t…
'New Favorite': Chinese Restaurant Wanyuan Drawing Rave Reviews In Schenectady 'New Favorite': Chinese Restaurant Wanyuan Drawing Rave Reviews In Schenectady
'New Favorite': Chinese Restaurant Wanyuan Drawing Rave Reviews In Schenectady A new Chinese restaurant in Schenectady is already winning over diners with flavorful dishes, quick service, and a growing list of positive reviews. Wanyuan Restaurant opened in January at 1879 Altamont Avenue, and has quickly built a following among locals. The restaurant currently holds a 4.5-star rating on Yelp, with customers praising both the food and the consistency of the dishes. Several reviewers say the restaurant has quickly become their go-to spot for Chinese takeout. “We have ordered takeout here several times since they opened — the food is delicious and fresh every time and d…