Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning
Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning Tucked away in wooded seclusion, this upstate New York abode – complete with ‘70s charm, soaring ceilings, and walls of glass – is an introvert’s dream. Listed for $439,900, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom contemporary at 249 Hoffman Road in Rochester hit the market on Tuesday, Sept. 30, and has already been viewed over 30,000 times on Zillow alone. The 1,908-square-foot residence blew up even further when a user shared it to the popular subreddit “Zillow Gone Wild,” where fans called it “cozy, stylish, and affordable.” Howard Hanna Designed in 1976 by architect Charles Lewis, it sits on j…
This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study
This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study A city in Westchester is gaining national recognition as one of the country’s top retirement hotspots, according to a new study.  According to a rankings by GOBankingRates, the city was ranked No. 29 on a list of America’s 50 fastest-growing retirement boomtowns.   The analysis, based on US Census Bureau data, looked at cities with at least 7,500 residents age 65 and older and a higher-than-average share of seniors compared to the national figure of 16.84 percent. In Mount Vernon, 18.1 percent of the population is now 65 and older, the study found. That group grew by 5.7 per…
NY Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened NY Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened
NY Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened A Rockland County native is celebrating a big win after appearing on ABC’s Shark Tank with a product designed to silence snoring and keep couples in the same bed.  Lloyd Ecker of Pomona, along with his wife Sue, pitched their new anti-snoring pillow, The Snorinator, on the show’s latest episode on Wednesday night, Oct. 1.  Their presentation impressed Sharks Lori Greiner and Michael Strahan so much that both tested the pillow on set and decided to invest.   The Eckers secured a $100,000 deal from Greiner and Strahan to help expand the brand. Ecker, who describes himsel…
NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage
NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage A 12-year-old Long Island student is bringing a national crown back home after dazzling judges at a major pageant in Orlando. Robert Frost Middle School seventh grader Michaela DiCaro, of Deer Park, was named Miss American Pre-Teen over Labor Day weekend, topping contestants from across the country at the Miss American Coed Pageant. Michaela impressed judges in talent, fun fashion, and photogenic categories, earning a Top 5 overall spot before claiming the national crown. When she’s not on stage, Michaela stays busy as a new member of her school’s cheerleading squad and a softball player w…
New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units
New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units One of the tallest buildings in Westchester County is now open, bringing nearly 500 new homes — including more than 100 affordable units — to one city’s downtown. A ribbon-cutting for The Leaf, a 26-story, $297 million mixed-income development with 477 apartments located at 12 Church St. in New Rochelle, was held on Wednesday, Sept. 24.  Of those apartments, 119 are reserved for residents earning up to 60 percent of the Area Median Income, according to Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas.  Located near the New…
Threat At School Leads To Juvenile Arrest In Dutchess County: State Police Threat At School Leads To Juvenile Arrest In Dutchess County: State Police
Threat At School Leads To Juvenile Arrest In Dutchess County: State Police A 13-year-old was arrested for making a threat of mass harm at a school in Rhinebeck, New York State Police announced on Sunday, Sept. 21. The threat was made following a disciplinary incident at Astor Services, located at 6339 Mill Street in the Village of Rhinebeck, on Friday, Sept. 19, troopers said. The juvenile from Port Ewen was taken into custody on Saturday, Sept. 20, by members of the New York State Police in Rhinebeck with assistance from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, according to the release. The 13-year-old was charged with Making a Threat of Mass Harm, a class B misdem…
New Restaurant In Region Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had' New Restaurant In Region Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had'
New Restaurant In Region Praised For Creative Dining Experience: 'One Of Best Meals I've Had' A new restaurant in Albany is blending two beloved cuisines—Japanese and Italian—into one creative dining experience. Itameshi, located at 745 Broadway, officially opened its doors in late August, bringing a fresh twist to the city’s dining scene. The restaurant describes its approach as “fusion cuisine that combines traditional elements of both Japanese and Italian food.” The result is a menu that features everything from crispy calamari and wagyu meatballs to udon noodle bolognese and squid ink spaghettini with uni sauce. Entrees showcase the same East-meets-West philosophy, including a …
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show ‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show Hollywood buddies Adam Sandler and Kevin James surprised staff and customers at a downtown Albany coffee shop hours after packing MVP Arena for Sandler’s comedy tour. The duo, who performed Tuesday night, Sept. 16, during Sandler’s “You’re My Best Friend Tour,” dropped into Motor Oil Coffee on Wednesday for a pick-me-up. “Star power at Motor Oil Coffee this morning!” the shop wrote on Facebook, alongside a photo of Sandler and James smiling with their cups. “Huge thanks to @adamsandler and Kevin James for revving up their morning with us after an unforgettable show at the MVP Arena! We’re…
Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Region Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Region
Family-Run Manila Grille Brings Filipino Flavors To Region From crispy lumpia to sizzling skewers, a family-run food truck in Saratoga County is serving up Filipino favorites with a side of small-town charm. Manila Grille, parked at 892 US-9 in Gansevoort near the Day Dream Farmer garden center, has been dishing out authentic Filipino fare on weekends for nearly a year. The food truck is owned by Philippines native Romeo Soriano, his wife Teresita and their children, who have turned their passion for food into a family business. On the menu: classics like chicken adobo, lechon kawali (crispy pork belly), and Filipino-style BBQ skewers, plus panci…
Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows
Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s approval numbers are climbing, and she now holds a double-digit lead over Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik in a potential 2026 gubernatorial matchup, new polling shows. Hochul’s favorability rating sits at 45–42 percent — her best showing since January 2024, according to a Siena College poll released Tuesday, Sept. 16. Her job approval ticked up to 54–40 percent, also her strongest in more than a year. Hochul leads Stefanik 52–27 percent statewide, the first time she has cleared 50 percent support in the Siena poll. Among Democrats, 75 percent back Hochul, while S…
Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley
Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Less than a week after his death, hundreds gathered in Orange County on Monday evening, Sept. 15, to honor conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. About 500 people filled the village square in downtown Goshen on Monday to honor the 31-year-old Turning Point USA founder, according to police estimates reported by incident reporter Mark Lieb of Rockland Video Productions.  As the sun set, the crowd held candles in silence and prayer. The event was organized by the Orange County Young Republicans and featured remarks from local Republican State Assemblyman Brian Maher, who addressed …
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (DEVELOPING) Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (DEVELOPING)
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At High School In Dutchess County (Developing) A Dutchess County high school was placed on lockout Monday afternoon, Sept. 15, due to nearby police activity, officials said. At around 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Wappingers Central School District Superintendent Dwight Bonk announced that John Jay High School in East Fishkill went into lockout status after law enforcement notified administrators of an ongoing police matter near Interstate 84.  Bonk said the measure was taken “as a safety precaution.” He added that the safety of students and staff was not impacted. The lockout caused delays in dismissal, and all after-school activities at J…