Child Found Abandoned In NY Hallway Reunited With Cops Who Saved Her After Adoption Child Found Abandoned In NY Hallway Reunited With Cops Who Saved Her After Adoption
Child Found Abandoned In NY Hallway Reunited With Cops Who Saved Her After Adoption More than two years after being found abandoned as a newborn in the hallway of a Westchester apartment building, a little girl was reunited with the police officers and medical workers who helped save her — and this time with her new family by her side.  The child, who police identified as Baby Melanie, recently reunited with members of the Yonkers Police Department and staff at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital in Valhalla following the finalization of her adoption, Yonkers Police announced on Wednesday, Aug. 12.  Melanie's story began on Feb. 6, 2024, when Yonkers Police Officers…
Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley
Longtime EMT Recovering After Medical Emergency In Hudson Valley After spending nearly four decades answering calls for help, a longtime Dutchess County EMT, paramedic, and firefighter is now receiving support from the community he has served following a medical emergency.  Jim Gallagher, whose career has included service with the LaGrange Fire Department in Dutchess County, is facing months of rehabilitation after recently suffering a transient ischemic attack, or TIA, according to a GoFundMe started by his friend and colleague Constance Levi.  Gallagher began his emergency medical services career with Empress Ambulance Service in 1987, accord…
$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…
NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help
NY Father Of 5 Undergoes Emergency Surgery After Heart Attack — Family Seeks Help A Hudson Valley father of five is hospitalized after suffering a massive heart attack that required emergency surgery — and his family is asking for help as they face the uncertain road ahead. Wallkill resident Joseph Duprey suffered the heart attack on Friday, July 31, and was rushed to Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, according to his wife, Rosa Duprey.   Because of the severity of his condition, Joseph underwent emergency surgery, but his condition continued to worsen during the procedure, his wife said. He was then transferred to Westchester Medical Center for more adv…
Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Hudson Valley Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Hudson Valley
Hair Salon Forced To Rebuild After Devastating Fire In Hudson Valley A Westchester County hair salon is beginning the long process of rebuilding after it was destroyed in the same fire that heavily damaged a neighboring day spa late last month.  Libellula Hair Salon, located at 1326 Pleasantville Rd. in Briarcliff Manor, was destroyed in the early morning blaze on Wednesday, July 29, which also left Bella Maiya Day Spa a total loss inside.  A GoFundMe campaign launched on Wednesday, Aug. 5, is now helping salon owner Tara Colavecchio recover. Organizer and friend Jessica Steiner said Colavecchio lost virtually everything needed to operate the …
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…
After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley
After Fire Destroys CVS, Mobile Pharmacy Now Set Up Month Later In Hudson Valley A temporary CVS pharmacy is now serving customers just over a month after a devastating fire destroyed a Dutchess County location during severe Fourth of July storms.  Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino announced on Wednesday, Aug. 5, that a mobile CVS pharmacy is now open in the parking lot of the former CVS building in Pawling at 26 East Main St.   The temporary pharmacy comes after a July 4 fire leveled the CVS and the adjoining Pawling Yoga & Wellness building. The blaze erupted after powerful thunderstorms swept through the area, igniting what Pawling Fire Chief Ev…
Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Tried This NY Pizza Joint — Here’s What He Thought Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Tried This NY Pizza Joint — Here’s What He Thought
Dave Portnoy Was Shocked He’d Never Tried This NY Pizza Joint — 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…
NY Teacher Enters Hospice After Terminal Cancer Diagnosis: Here's How To Help Family NY Teacher Enters Hospice After Terminal Cancer Diagnosis: Here's How To Help Family
NY Teacher Enters Hospice After Terminal Cancer Diagnosis: Here's How To Help Family Friends and family are rallying to support a longtime teacher in Orange County after she entered hospice care following a terminal cancer diagnosis.  Christine Gilpatrick, a school teacher at the Enlarged City School District of Middletown, was diagnosed with cancer in May, according to loved ones. She has spent the past several months receiving treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and White Plains Hospital, but her family has since learned that her illness is terminal. Her husband, Carl Gilpatrick, has arranged for hospice care so she can spend her remain…
3 $50K Powerball Tickets Sold For Same Drawing In Hudson Valley — Here's Where 3 $50K Powerball Tickets Sold For Same Drawing In Hudson Valley — Here's Where
3 $50K Powerball Tickets Sold For Same Drawing In Hudson Valley — Here's Where Three lucky Powerball players in the Hudson Valley are $50,000 richer after buying winning tickets at three Hudson Valley establishments — including two bought at the same store.  The New York Lottery announced that three third-prize-winning tickets from the Saturday, Aug. 1, Powerball drawing were sold in the Hudson Valley.  Two of the winning tickets, each worth $50,000, were purchased at Smokes 4 Less, located at 59 North Plank Rd. in Newburgh.  Another $50,000-winning ticket was sold at Beer World, located at 1723 Main St. in Peekskill. A fourth $50,000-winning ticket w…
Derek Anderson Named Putnam Hospital President In Expanded Role Derek Anderson Named Putnam Hospital President In Expanded Role
Derek Anderson Named Putnam Hospital President In Expanded Role Derek Anderson has been named president of Putnam Hospital in Carmel while continuing to lead Northern Westchester Hospital. Anderson has served as president of Northern Westchester Hospital since 2019. During his tenure, the hospital earned a five-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for three straight years and achieved Magnet recertification with distinction. He has also overseen major efforts including new cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology services, graduate medical education programs, and the rollout of the Epic electronic medical record system.…
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…
High School To Stay Closed After Arson Through Rest Of Academic Year In Hudson Valley High School To Stay Closed After Arson Through Rest Of Academic Year In Hudson Valley
High School To Stay Closed After Arson Through Rest Of Academic Year In Hudson Valley A Dutchess County high school will remain closed through the end of the academic year after air quality testing found smoke and soot damage inside the building following a fire that led to a student's arrest on arson charges.  The Red Hook Central School District announced on Saturday, June 6, that Red Hook High School will not reopen before the scheduled end of classes on Tuesday, June 16.   The decision follows the Friday, May 29, fire inside a boys' bathroom at the school, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  District officials said the latest air quality results,…
Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At NY High School (UPDATE) Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At NY High School (UPDATE)
Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At NY High School (Update) This story has been updated.  A pilot came out unscathed after being forced to make an emergency landing at a high school in Westchester County following a mechanical issue.  The landing happened Tuesday afternoon, May 26, at Rye Neck High School on Hornidge Road in Mamaroneck, when the aircraft landed on one of the school's athletic fields, according to Rye Neck Union Free School District Superintendent Michael Burke and City of Rye Police. Burke said the helicopter had a mechanical issue before the landing.  The pilot was the only one inside the aircraft and was not …
Putnam Sheriff Launches Scholarship Fund — Here's How Students Can Earn $500 Putnam Sheriff Launches Scholarship Fund — Here's How Students Can Earn $500
Putnam Sheriff Launches Scholarship Fund — Here's How Students Can Earn $500 A new scholarship fund launched by Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess aims to support graduating seniors across the county who demonstrate leadership, integrity, and dedication to their communities.  The Brian Hess Scholarship Fund of Putnam County, Inc. officially announced its launch on Tuesday, May 19. According to the organization, the scholarship program will award one graduating senior from each of Putnam County’s five high schools with a $500 scholarship to help cover college, trade school, university, or other accredited post-secondary educational expenses. The fund said the…
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 …
Nearly $5M Estate With Private Lake Hits Market In Hudson Valley — Here's Closer Look Nearly $5M Estate With Private Lake Hits Market In Hudson Valley — Here's Closer Look
Nearly $5M Estate With Private Lake Hits Market In Hudson Valley — Here's Closer Look A sprawling luxury estate set on nearly six acres of countryside in Northern Westchester has hit the market with a price tag just under $5 million.  The property, located at 39 Old Snake Hill Rd. in Pound Ridge, is listed by Houlihan Lawrence for $4,995,000 and offers a mix of modern design and historic character in one of the region’s most secluded settings.  Originally built in 1967, the home has undergone a full renovation, transforming it into a five-bedroom residence with more than 4,700 square feet of living space. The redesign blends mid-century modern elements with origina…
Somers Student Wins $1K National Award For Road Safety Idea Somers Student Wins $1K National Award For Road Safety Idea
Somers Student Wins $1K National Award For Road Safety Idea A Westchester County student has earned national recognition — and a $1,000 prize — for a creative idea aimed at making roads safer. Paolo Marena, a junior at John F. Kennedy Preparatory School in Somers, took first place in SCHOTT’s annual Innovation Challenge, a nationwide STEM competition that encourages students to develop glass-based solutions to real-world problems. Marena’s winning concept focuses on improving visibility of road signs on poorly lit roads. His design uses vehicle headlights as a light source, capturing and redirecting that light through fiber optic cables to illuminat…
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…