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14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Hudson Valley: DA 14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Hudson Valley: DA
14-Year-Old Faces Up To Life In Jail For Fatally Shooting Man At Park In Hudson Valley: DA A 14-year-old boy from Connecticut faces life in prison after being charged with murder in connection with a deadly Yonkers shooting that left one man dead and another wounded, officials said. The 14-year-old Fairfield County resident from Stratford was indicted and arraigned on Thursday, Jan. 30, in Westchester County Court's Youth Part in connection with a fatal shooting at Yonkers' Doyle Park in August 2024, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced. According to the DA's Office, at around 5 p.m. on Aug. 26, 2024, the defendant allegedly opened fire and fatally shot 29-…
Hotel Pays $515K Penalty for Housing Migrants For Almost 2 Years In Hudson Valley: Officials Hotel Pays $515K Penalty for Housing Migrants For Almost 2 Years In Hudson Valley: Officials
Hotel Pays $515K Penalty for Housing Migrants For Almost 2 Years In Hudson Valley: Officials Over 100 asylum-seeking families have vacated a Yonkers hotel after the city successfully sued the business for violating zoning and occupancy laws, officials announced. The families, housed at the Ramada by Wyndham on Tuckahoe Road since May 2023, have transitioned to permanent housing or shelters operated by New York City’s Department of Homeless Services (DHS). Their departure follows a legal battle in which the City of Yonkers took action against the hotel for failing to comply with city zoning, housing, and fire ordinances, Mayor Mike Spano announced on Monday, Jan. 27.  "While th…
Iconic Pizza Franchise With Hudson Valley Location Brings Back Fan Favorite Special Pie Iconic Pizza Franchise With Hudson Valley Location Brings Back Fan Favorite Special Pie
Iconic Pizza Franchise With Hudson Valley Location Brings Back Fan Favorite Special Pie A nationally recognized pizzeria in Westchester is marking its 100th year with the return of a beloved seasonal favorite pie.  Beginning now and lasting through Sunday, March 30, Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana in Yonkers will offer the Patata Rustica pizza, which the chain says is a "fan favorite."  The Patata Rustica, crafted by the family of Frank Pepe himself, features a decadent blend of creamy sauce, seasoned potatoes, crispy bacon, mozzarella cheese, and a trio of shaved Italian cheeses, including Asiago, Parmesan, and Pecorino. Finished with grated Pecorino Romano…
$50K Scheme: Former Top Hudson Valley School Officials Spent Funds On Personal Items, DA Says $50K Scheme: Former Top Hudson Valley School Officials Spent Funds On Personal Items, DA Says
$50K Scheme: Former Top Hudson Valley School Officials Spent Funds On Personal Items, DA Says Two former administrators at a Westchester County school district serving at-risk students have been charged with multiple public corruption offenses after using $50,000 for personal items, prosecutors announced. Rockland County resident Oliver Levy, age 55, of Stony Point, the former superintendent of the Greenburgh-Graham Union Free School District, and Surendra Kumar, 48, of Yonkers, a former security system specialist, were arraigned on Wednesday, Jan. 22, on charges including second- and third-degree grand larceny and corrupting the government, the Westchester County District Attorney's…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Putnam County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Putnam County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Putnam County A quick-moving Nor'easter brought accumulating snowfall throughout the region Sunday night, Jan. 19 into Monday morning, Jan 20. Here's a rundown of totals from the National Weather Service. New York Nassau County 2 ENE Roosevelt 4.1 inches 1018 PM 01/19 Public Syosset 4.0 inches 1000 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter East Williston 3.9 inches 1015 PM 01/19 Public 1 W Plainview 3.9 inches 1250 AM 01/20 Public 1 ESE East Meadow 3.8 inches 1117 PM 01/19 Trained Spotter 1 ENE Glen Cove 3.8 inches 0817 AM 01/20 Public  Sea Cliff 3.6 inches 1042 PM 01/19 Public Plainview 3.2 inches 081…
Hudson Valley Locale Appears In Marvel's New 'Daredevil' Trailer Hudson Valley Locale Appears In Marvel's New 'Daredevil' Trailer
Hudson Valley Locale Appears In Marvel's New 'Daredevil' Trailer Marvel fans from Westchester with a keen eye may have spotted a familiar landmark in the new trailer for "Daredevil: Born Again."  According to Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano, the Yonkers City Hall Ceremonial Courtroom makes an appearance in the show's new trailer, released on Wednesday, Jan. 15.  Indeed, the space can be spotted for a few seconds in the trailer, which features Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, a blind lawyer who leads a double life as a vigilante in New York City.  The show is set to premiere on Tuesday, March 4, and also stars Vincent D'Onofrio as Wils…
'The Penguin', Filmed In Hudson Valley, Earns Golden Globe Award For Best Actor 'The Penguin', Filmed In Hudson Valley, Earns Golden Globe Award For Best Actor
'The Penguin', Filmed In Hudson Valley, Earns Golden Globe Award For Best Actor With Yonkers transforming into Gotham for “The Penguin,” Colin Farrell’s Golden Globe-winning role has solidified Westchester’s place in Hollywood’s spotlight. Farrell, age 48, won Best Actor in a Limited Series for his performance in "The Penguin" at the 82nd Annual Golden Globes held on Sunday, Jan. 5.  The miniseries, a spinoff of the 2022 film "The Batman," was nominated for a total of three Golden Globes. Several scenes for the show, which centers on iconic Batman villain The Penguin (otherwise known as Oswald "Oz" Cobb), were filmed within the city of Yonkers, parts of which…
Man Takes Fatal Leap From Costco Parking Deck In Westchester Man Takes Fatal Leap From Costco Parking Deck In Westchester
Man Takes Fatal Leap From Costco Parking Deck In Westchester A 27-year-old man died after jumping from a Costco parking deck in Yonkers, police confirmed Sunday morning, Jan. 5. The man was found near the Home Depot by a maintenance worker just after 6 a.m., Yonkers Police Sgt. Robert Spink confirmed. The two businesses share a complex along Sprain Road. Sources say that the man is believed to have been a Costco employee, however, this information is subject to change pending the outcome of the investigation. It was not clear approximately how long the man's body was there before he was found. He was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced…
‘Eras Tour’ Vibes: Taylor Swift Laser Show Coming To Hudson Valley Planetarium ‘Eras Tour’ Vibes: Taylor Swift Laser Show Coming To Hudson Valley Planetarium
‘Eras Tour’ Vibes: Taylor Swift Laser Show Coming To Hudson Valley Planetarium Although Taylor Swift has ended her globe-spanning Eras Tour, a Hudson Valley planetarium is filling this Blank Space with a light show that will feature plenty of the pop icon's hits.  The Planetarium at the Hudson River Museum in Yonkers will be holding its "Laser Taylor Swift" show through the end of December, combining Swift's best-known songs with a "dazzling laser light show," according to the museum's website.  The 55-minute show will feature hits such as "Anti-Hero," "Love Story," and "...Ready for It?"  In a post on social media, Yonkers city officials raved about t…
Husband Killed By Wife In Oceanfront High-Rise Murder-Suicide Was From Hudson Valley Husband Killed By Wife In Oceanfront High-Rise Murder-Suicide Was From Hudson Valley
Husband Killed By Wife In Oceanfront High-Rise Murder-Suicide Was From Hudson Valley A 34-year-old man shot dead by his wife in a murder-suicide at a high-rise luxury condo in Florida hailed from Westchester.  Yonkers resident Pajtim Krasniqi was fatally shot by 27-year-old Sabrina Krasniqi at the Beach Club II Hallandale at 1830 South Ocean Dr. on Wednesday, Nov. 27 around 12:30 a.m., according to a report by NBC6 South Florida.  Once officers arrived at the shooting scene, they also discovered that Sabrina Krasniqi had died as well. An investigation determined Sabrina had fatally shot Pajtim several times before turning the gun on h…
Gotham Meets Hudson Valley: 'The Penguin' Filmed In Region Earns Golden Globe Nods Gotham Meets Hudson Valley: 'The Penguin' Filmed In Region Earns Golden Globe Nods
Gotham Meets Hudson Valley: 'The Penguin' Filmed In Region Earns Golden Globe Nods Westchester has another claim to Hollywood-related fame: several scenes for HBO's "The Penguin," which is now nominated for several Golden Globes, were filmed within the county.  The miniseries, a spinoff of the 2022 film "The Batman," was revealed to have been nominated for three Golden Globes on Monday, Dec. 9.  Several scenes for the show, which centers on iconic Batman villain The Penguin (otherwise known as Oswald "Oz" Cobb), were filmed within the city of Yonkers, parts of which were turned into "Gotham City," according to Mayor Mike Spano.  Some of these filming locat…
Beloved Army Veteran, Retired Firefighter Dies In Putnam Valley Crash At 58 Beloved Army Veteran, Retired Firefighter Dies In Putnam Valley Crash At 58
Beloved Army Veteran, Retired Firefighter Dies In Putnam Valley Crash At 58 A beloved Hudson Valley resident, Army veteran, and longtime Westchester firefighter is being remembered for his larger-than-life personality, unwavering support for his family, and dedication to his community following his tragic death in a car crash. New, updated report - New Details Revealed In Fiery Taconic Parkway Crash In Putnam Valley That Killed Veteran Dutchess County resident Michael Fitzgerald of Fishkill died on Wednesday, Nov. 27 at the age of 58 from injuries sustained in a crash on the Taconic State Parkway in the Putnam County town of Putnam Valley, according to his obi…
Attempted Murder: Duo Nabbed After Incident In Hudson Valley Attempted Murder: Duo Nabbed After Incident In Hudson Valley
Attempted Murder: Duo Nabbed After Incident In Hudson Valley Two suspects have been apprehended after numerous shots were fired from a vehicle in the Hudson Valley. Officers in Rockland County responded to East Eckerson Road in Spring Valley on Monday, Nov. 25 at about 12:20 a.m. for a report of gunshots fired. Ramapo Police said in an announcement late Friday afternoon, Nov. 299 that it was determined at least nine shots were fired from a passing vehicle. No one was reported to be struck, and there were no injuries. Following an investigating, two suspects were apprehended later in the day on Monday: a 22-year-old Westchester County man, from Yonk…
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Violent 2017 Home Invasion Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Violent 2017 Home Invasion
Hudson Valley Man Sentenced For Violent 2017 Home Invasion A Hudson Valley man has been sentenced to nine years in prison following a dramatic burglary incident where he and an accomplice posed as FBI agents during a violent home invasion.  Westchester County resident Oscar Castillo, age 37, from Yonkers, was sentenced on Monday, Nov. 18, said Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler. He was also sentenced to five years of post-release supervision.  The sentence stems from Castillo's 2023 guilty plea to burglary charges linked to a 2017 incident in Washingtonville. Castillo, who initially evaded sentencing by not appearing in c…
Putnam Hospital Gets 'A' Grade For Patient Safety: New Report Putnam Hospital Gets 'A' Grade For Patient Safety: New Report
Putnam Hospital Gets 'A' Grade For Patient Safety: New Report Several hospitals in the Hudson Valley have earned top marks for keeping patients safe, according to a new report.  Five hospitals in Putnam and Westchester counties were given an "A" grade for patient safety in a new Fall 2024 report released on Friday, Nov. 15 by the Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog organization that advocates for safety in hospitals. These included:  White Plains Hospital, White Plains; Phelps Hospital, Sleepy Hollow; New York-Presbyterian Westchester, Bronxville; Northern Westchester Hospital, Mount Kisco; Putnam Hospital, Carmel. The new …
Man Shoots Father Dead In Front Of His Kids In Peekskill: Here's His Sentence Man Shoots Father Dead In Front Of His Kids In Peekskill: Here's His Sentence
Man Shoots Father Dead In Front Of His Kids In Peekskill: Here's His Sentence A 40-year-old man will spend decades in prison for fatally shooting a Hudson Valley father in front of his children in Northern Westchester. Peekskill resident Reginald McClure was sentenced on Thursday, Nov. 7 to 30 years in state prison in connection with the shooting death of Dutchess County resident Ernest Wilson of Poughkeepsie in May 2023, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday, Nov 12. According to the DA's Office, just after 7:30 p.m. on May 21, 2023, Wilson, age 53, had been dropping off his child with their mother, McClure's girlfriend, at…
Memorial Planned For Beloved Real Estate Developer From North Salem After Sudden Death Memorial Planned For Beloved Real Estate Developer From North Salem After Sudden Death
Memorial Planned For Beloved Real Estate Developer From North Salem After Sudden Death Friends and loved ones will soon gather to remember the legacy of a prolific New York real estate developer and Williams College graduate who spent years redeveloping industrial properties and transforming communities in the process. A memorial is set to be held on Saturday, Nov. 9 to celebrate the memory of Joseph Cotter, a resident of the Northern Westchester County hamlet of Purdys in North Salem, who died on Monday, Oct. 25 at the age of 66 following a heart attack. The service will be held at 10 a.m. at the Robert Halmi Sr. Academy of Film and Television, located at 463 Hawth…
Overpass Bridge Where Fallen Officer From Mahopac Was Killed Renamed In His Honor Overpass Bridge Where Fallen Officer From Mahopac Was Killed Renamed In His Honor
Overpass Bridge Where Fallen Officer From Mahopac Was Killed Renamed In His Honor Nearly two years after the death of a beloved police officer, the Westchester County bridge where he was fatally struck in a head-on crash is now forever named in his memory.  In a ceremony held on Wednesday, Oct. 30, hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the renaming of the Tuckahoe Road Bridge over the Sprain Brook Parkway in Yonkers after Yonkers Police Detective Sergeant Frank Gualdino, who was killed in a crash in December 2022 at the age of 53. On Dec. 1, 2022, Gualdino, a Putnam County resident who lived in Mahopac, was driving on Tuckahoe Road while on duty when a speed…
2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In Hudson Valley During Traffic Stop: Police 2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In Hudson Valley During Traffic Stop: Police
2 Nabbed For Cocaine Possession In Hudson Valley During Traffic Stop: Police Two people were busted for alleged felony cocaine possession during a routine traffic stop by New York State Police in the Hudson Valley. The incident occurred in Dutchess County at 9:20 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, in East Fishkill. According to Trooper AJ Hicks, members of the department's Community Stabilization Unit conducted a traffic stop of a 2020 BMW 530 Series on the Taconic State Parkway for violations of the vehicle and traffic laws. An investigation determined the driver, Westchester County resident Steven A. Emery, age 44, of Yonkers, and the passenger Shelby Rose …
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Riley-Molinaro Congressional Race Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Riley-Molinaro Congressional Race
Brand-New Poll Sheds Light On Riley-Molinaro Congressional Race A new poll shows Democrat Josh Riley with a four-point lead in the hotly contested 19th Congressional District 19 race against Republican incumbent Marc Molinaro. The poll, produced by SurveyUSA for News Channel 13 in Albany, found the two in a tight race but with the potential for a different result from the showdown between the same candidates two years ago. In 2022, Molinaro beat Riley by 1.6 points, or 4,500 votes. District 19 includes all of Broome, Chenango, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Greene, Sullivan, Tioga, and Tompkins counties and parts of Otsego, Rensselaer, and Ulster counti…
Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Hudson Valley Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Hudson Valley Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide
Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Hudson Valley Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide Following a horrific murder-suicide that left a beloved Westchester teacher and mom dead, community members and media company Barstool Sports are coming to the aid of her three children.  The outpouring of support follows the death of Eastchester Union Free School District teacher Arlene O’Neill, age 47, who was killed in a shooting at her Yonkers home on Chittenden Avenue on Wednesday morning, Oct. 16.  According to police, O’Neill, a fifth-grade teacher at the Anne Hutchinson School, was fatally shot by her husband, retired New York City Police Department officer…
Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House
Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House As Election Day draws closer, political pundits are closely watching three New York congressional races that could determine which party controls the House next year. Freshmen Republican Reps. Mike Lawler, Marc Molinaro, and Anthony D’Esposito – supporters of former President Donald Trump in districts won by President Joe Biden in 2020 – are all hoping for repeat wins in November. Here’s a closer look at their races. Mondaire Jones (left) and Rep. Mike Lawler. Campaign Facebook Pages 17th District: Lawler vs. Jones Lawler, whose 17th District represents all of Rockland and Pu…
These Hudson Valley Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says These Hudson Valley Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says
These Hudson Valley Bagel Shops Among Top 100 In NY, New Ranking Says Whether for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, these bagels are the cream (cheese?) of the crop. Nearly three dozen businesses outside of New York City made the “Top 100 Bagel Shops in New York 2024” ranking by Yelp. To come up with its list, the restaurant review site identified businesses in the bagel category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors, including the total volume and ratings of reviews. Yelp’s ranking includes a mix of decades-old storefronts and newcomers making names for themselves post-COVID-19 pandemic.  Menus boast everything from the classics (plain, sesame…
Community Mourns 'Exceptional' Teacher, Mother After Murder-Suicide In Hudson Valley Community Mourns 'Exceptional' Teacher, Mother After Murder-Suicide In Hudson Valley
Community Mourns 'Exceptional' Teacher, Mother After Murder-Suicide In Hudson Valley A community in mourning following the tragic death of a beloved schoolteacher in an apparent murder-suicide at her Westchester home is finding the silver lining in remembering her massive impact on countless young students.  Eastchester Union Free School District teacher Arlene O’Neill, age 47, was killed in a shooting at her Yonkers home on Chittenden Avenue on Wednesday morning, Oct. 16, according to Yonkers Police. Earlier Report - Retired Nypd Officer, Teacher Found Dead After Murder-Suicide At Yonkers Home O’Neill, a fifth-grade teacher at the Anne Hutchinson School, was fatally shot …
Retired NYPD Officer, Teacher Found Dead After Murder-Suicide At Hudson Valley Home Retired NYPD Officer, Teacher Found Dead After Murder-Suicide At Hudson Valley Home
Retired Nypd Officer, Teacher Found Dead After Murder-Suicide At Hudson Valley Home Authorities are investigating after a retired police officer shot his wife several times before turning the gun on himself at a Westchester residence while their children were home.  New, updated report - Eastchester School District Mourns 'Exceptional' Teacher, Mother After Murder-Suicide The murder-suicide was discovered just after 7 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, when an unconscious person was found at a house at 142 Chittenden Ave. in Yonkers, according to Yonkers Police Detective Sergeant Frank DiDomizio.  Arriving officers found a dead man with a gunshot wound t…
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Putnam Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Putnam Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Putnam Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Although those shopping for a home in the Hudson Valley finally have more inventory to choose from, this has not decreased prices, according to a new report.  According to the Houlihan Lawrence Westchester-Putnam Dutchess Q3 Market Report released on Tuesday, Oct. 8, real estate markets in the three counties are experiencing an increase in available listings, the first major shift in more than three years.  This follows an extended period of reduced inventory as a result of high demand, the report said. According to the report, listings in Westchester increased by an average…
Restaurant Run By Celebrity Chef In Westchester Closes Restaurant Run By Celebrity Chef In Westchester Closes
Restaurant Run By Celebrity Chef In Westchester Closes A picturesque restaurant on the Hudson River in Westchester run by an award-winning celebrity chef has closed, officials announced.  X2O Xaviars on the Hudson, located in Yonkers at 71 Water Grant St., is closed as of Sunday, Sept. 29, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano said on Friday, Oct. 4.  According to Spano, the eatery, run by Chef Peter X. Kelly, ended its 20-year license with the city before closing. A reason for the closure was not released.  As of Monday, Oct. 7, the eatery's website was offline.  "X20, owned and operated by Yonkers-own Peter Kelly, has been a mainstay…
Man, Teen Accused Of Dismembering Victim, Burning Body In Shopping Cart In Hudson Valley Man, Teen Accused Of Dismembering Victim, Burning Body In Shopping Cart In Hudson Valley
Man, Teen Accused Of Dismembering Victim, Burning Body In Shopping Cart In Hudson Valley A 40-year-old man and a teenager were apprehended in connection with the murder of a victim whose body was found burning in a shopping cart near a bridge in Westchester, officials announced.  Bronx residents Muhammad Aadil and 18-year-old Ronei Harris were indicted in connection with the murder of 46-year-old Lutalo Henderson, whose body was found dismembered and burned near the border of Yonkers and Mount Vernon on Monday, Aug. 5, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark announced on Wednesday, Sept. 25.  Earlier Report - New Update: Persons Of Interest ID'd After Body Fou…
Hudson Valley Man Asleep In Busy Traffic Lane, Crashes Into Numerous Cars, Police Say Hudson Valley Man Asleep In Busy Traffic Lane, Crashes Into Numerous Cars, Police Say
Hudson Valley Man Asleep In Busy Traffic Lane, Crashes Into Numerous Cars, Police Say Aman who was allegedly asleep behind the wheel of his car on a roadway in the Hudson Valley woke up when police arrived, crashed into numerous vehicles, and attempted to flee, injuring several people.  The incident occurred in Rockland County in Spring Valley at 6:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28. According to Spring Valley Police Det. Matt Galli, an officer en route to another call for service, found Westchester County resident Nelson Torres, age 54, of Yonkers, asleep at the wheel on Route 59. Galli said the officer positioned his patrol car in front of the other vehicle to protect th…
Here's How Much Shootings In NY Have Declined In Past Year, Report Says Here's How Much Shootings In NY Have Declined In Past Year, Report Says
Here's How Much Shootings In NY Have Declined In Past Year, Report Says State leaders are crediting major policing reforms for a marked decline in shootings across New York State. In 21 counties outside of New York City, the number of shootings with injuries dropped 29 percent through July compared to the first seven months of 2023, a Division of Criminal Justice Services report shows. The data came from police departments across the state participating in the Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) initiative, which provides agencies with state funding for equipment, overtime, personnel, training, and technical assistance aimed at reducing shootings and firea…
Duo Nabbed After Fleeing Traffic Stop In Hudson Valley: Police Duo Nabbed After Fleeing Traffic Stop In Hudson Valley: Police
Duo Nabbed After Fleeing Traffic Stop In Hudson Valley: Police Two men from Westchester County face charges after fleeing a traffic stop and leading authorities on a pursuit through multiple counties in the region, police said.  Yonkers resident Martin Gjurashaj, age 45, and Tuckahoe resident Daniel Curanovic, age 27, were both arrested on Friday, Aug. 16 in connection with an incident in Sullivan and Orange counties on the same day, New York State Police announced on Tuesday, Aug. 20. According to authorities, at around noon on Friday, state troopers received a report of a grey convertible sedan driving at a slow speed and failing …