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Hudson Valley Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews Hudson Valley Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews
Hudson Valley Actress Starring In New Netflix Series That's Earning Rave Reviews Their new show may be titled, “Nobody Wants This,” but critics beg to differ. A pair of New York actresses are appearing in a new Netflix series that’s quickly gaining favor with audiences. “Nobody Wants This” – a romantic comedy starring Adam Brody, Kristen Bell, and Justine Lupe – premiered on the popular streaming service Thursday, Sept. 26. It centers on the unexpected relationship between a rogue rabbi and an irascible, loud, agnostic woman, according to its IMDB synopsis. Among those appearing on screen is Long Island native Jackie Tohn, an actress and musician who was born and rai…
Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In Hudson Valley Home Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In Hudson Valley Home
Iconic Actor James Earl Jones Dies At 93 In Hudson Valley Home James Earl Jones, the beloved actor and voice behind one of cinema's most memorable villains, died Monday, Sept. 9, at his home in Dutchess County, Variety reported.  The "Field of Dreams" star was 93. No cause of death was given.  Jones, a Pawling resident, is considered one of the greatest actors of his generation. From the Broadway stage, the silver screen, and a galaxy far, far away, the Mississippi-born actor had a range that few others could replicate.  He was a large man but could play gentle and meek characters, and his baritone voice could be calm and reassuring like in "The Lion …
Man Accused Of Beating Woman In Head With Hammer In Hudson Valley Man Accused Of Beating Woman In Head With Hammer In Hudson Valley
Man Accused Of Beating Woman In Head With Hammer In Hudson Valley A Hudson Valley man is behind bars for alleged attempted murder after allegedly attacking a woman with a hammer after she rejected sexual advances. The incident occurred in Ulster County on Wednesday, June 10 in Kingston. According to the Ulster County District Attorney's Office, William Knox, Jr, aka “Billy Knox,” age 54, of Kingston, was arraigned on Tuesday, July 23, on charges of: Attempted murder Attempted assault Assault Criminal possession of a weapon The DA's Office said after the woman was approached, she changed her direction and attempted to cross Broadway in an appar…
Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report
Diane Sawyer Sells 'Chip Chop' On Martha's Vineyard For Nearly $24M: Report Veteran news anchor Diane Sawyer sold her 20-acre “Chip Chop” on Martha’s Vineyard for just under the asking price to investor David Malm, reports said.  Malm, who spent over $100 million on properties in Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket over the past few years, paid $23.9 for the 10-bedroom, nine-bathroom estate, Boston.com reported.  The main home at the estate Bob Gothard/ Wallace and Co. Sotheby's International Realty Related: Diane Sawyer Puts Massive Martha's Vineyard Property Up For Sale Sawyer first bought the luxury property for $5.3 million in 1995 with her husband, acclaim…
John Stamos Appearing In North Jersey John Stamos Appearing In North Jersey
John Stamos Appearing In North Jersey Have mercy! Uncle Jesse is coming to Bergen County. John Stamos will be appearing at Books and Greetings in Northvale on Monday, Oct. 23 at 5 p.m. to sign copies of his new memoir "If You Would Have Told Me."  In "If You Would Have Told Me", Stamos chronicles his rise to fame and becoming a teen idol on "General Hospital" to his runs on "Full House," "ER" and playing with the Beach Boys and starring on Broadway, according to a synopsis.  Stamos also talks about his struggles, including battling depression and going through a divorce, according to a synopsis. 
Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M
Assets Of Late Broadway Legend Who Lived In CT Valued At $75M Broadway legend Stephen Sondheim's Connecticut estate is estimated to be worth about $75 million, according to a new report. The New York Post said that court documents show the estimated value of the estate, which includes the late composer's personal effects and rights to his music. Sondheim died on Friday, Nov. 26, at the age of 91 at his home in the Litchfield County town of Roxbury. During his career, Sondheim worked as a composer and lyricist for many Broadway musicals, including "Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street" and "Into The Woods." The NY Post said Sondheim left hi…
Sidney Poitier, First Black Actor To Win Oscar, Longtime Westchester Resident, Dies Sidney Poitier, First Black Actor To Win Oscar, Longtime Westchester Resident, Dies
Sidney Poitier, First Black Actor To Win Oscar, Longtime Westchester Resident, Dies Trailblazing, Sidney Poitier, the first Black actor to win an Oscar, a longtime New York resident has died. Bahamian Prime Minister Phillip Davis made the announcement that Poitier died on Thursday, Jan. 8 at the age of 94. A native of Cat Island in the Bahamas, Davis said: "The whole Bahamas grieves the celebrated life of a great Bahamian."  Poitier, who grew up on a tomato farm and taught himself to read and write, became a resident of Westchester County, moving to Mount Vernon in 1956. He won the Oscar for "Lilies of the Field," in 1963, in which he played a migrant worker wh…
COVID-19: Broadway Musical 'Hamilton' Cancels Shows This Week Due To Breakthrough Cases COVID-19: Broadway Musical 'Hamilton' Cancels Shows This Week Due To Breakthrough Cases
Covid-19: Broadway Musical 'Hamilton' Cancels Shows This Week Due To Breakthrough Cases Broadway musical "Hamilton" has canceled its shows this week due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19. The musical made the announcement in a tweet, saying tickets for all shows from Monday, Dec. 20, through Sunday, Dec. 26, will be refunded. "On behalf of everyone at Hamilton, we apologize for the disappointment and for any inconvenience this may cause," the statement reads.  pic.twitter.com/E6sRyQ5aK9 — Hamilton (@HamiltonMusical) December 20, 2021 The announcement said more information about upcoming performances will be released "as soon as possible." Earlier report - COVID-19: B…
COVID-19: Broadway Show Canceled After Audience Takes Seats In Theater COVID-19: Broadway Show Canceled After Audience Takes Seats In Theater
Covid-19: Broadway Show Canceled After Audience Takes Seats In Theater The curtain closed early on a popular Broadway show due to a positive COVID-19 infection among the company. With audience members already in their seats, “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” at the Al Hirschfeld Theatre was forced to cancel its show on Thursday, Dec. 16 due to “a late-in-the-day positive test result in the company,” officials announced. It is unclear whether it was a cast or crew member who suffered a breakthrough infection, as Broadway requires all involved to be fully vaccinated to perform or work in a theater. It becomes the latest Broadway show to be impacted on COVID-19, follo…
COVID-19: Breakthrough Cases Cancel Broadway's 'Aladdin' One Day After Reopening COVID-19: Breakthrough Cases Cancel Broadway's 'Aladdin' One Day After Reopening
Covid-19: Breakthrough Cases Cancel Broadway's 'Aladdin' One Day After Reopening Just one day after reopening, the Broadway musical "Aladdin" had to cancel a performance due to confirmed breakthrough cases of COVID-19 within the company.  The show announced that the performance on Wednesday, Sept. 29, was canceled after company members at the New Amsterdam Theatre tested positive for COVID-19. Breakthrough cases refer to when an individual who is fully vaccinated tests positive for COVID-19. "At this time, all future performances are planned to proceed as scheduled, and we will continue to provide support to the affected ALADDIN company members as they recove…
COVID-19: Star Singer Fired From Hamptons Show For Vaccine Refusal COVID-19: Star Singer Fired From Hamptons Show For Vaccine Refusal
Covid-19: Star Singer Fired From Hamptons Show For Vaccine Refusal The show won't be going on for a Broadway star who refuses to get vaccinated for COVID-19. Singer Laura Osnes has been let go from a musical in the Hamptons because she refused to be vaccinated against the virus, according to reports. The two-time Tony nominee was scheduled to perform in front of a star-studded audience during a one-night production of “Crazy For You” at the Guild Hall in East Hampton on Sunday, Aug. 29, but she was fired for refusing to get vaccinated or to submit to a COVID-19 test. Performers and staff members are required to be vaccinated to submit to tests at the Guil…
COVID-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews COVID-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews
Covid-19: NY Sets Date To End Most Capacity Restrictions, Curfews A host of COVID-19 restrictions in New York are set to be rescinded as part of a massive tri-state effort as the country continues to recover from the pandemic. Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that beginning on Wednesday, May 19, most pandemic-related capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut after being forced to shut down more than a year ago. As of May 19, capacity restrictions will be lifted in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut for: Restaurants; Museums; Theaters; Broadway; Retail; Shops; Gyms and fitness centers; Amusement and family entertainment …
COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says COVID-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says
Covid-19: Here's When New York City Will Reopen '100 Percent,' Mayor Says New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has big summer plans for the Big Apple. In a sweeping statement, de Blasio declared that New York City will be ready for reopening as of Thursday, July 1, marking the first time it was open for business since the shutdown began in March last year as COVID-19 rapidly spread through the region. At the height of the pandemic last year, where New York City was at the epicenter of the initial outbreak, an average of more than 800 virus-related deaths were reported, though that number has dropped to approximately 40 a year later as the number of vaccines adminis…
COVID-19: Cuomo Says Rapid Testing Key To Kickstarting Economy, Restoring Arts, Entertainment COVID-19: Cuomo Says Rapid Testing Key To Kickstarting Economy, Restoring Arts, Entertainment
Covid-19: Cuomo Says Rapid Testing Key To Kickstarting Economy, Restoring Arts, Entertainment Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that rapid COVID-19 testing could be the secret weapon in keeping New York's economy open and restoring the state’s famed arts and entertainment scene. During Day 2 of the “State of the State” address on Tuesday, Jan. 12, Cuomo addressed how to best continue reopening during the pandemic while laying out a plan to get musicians, dancers, and other artists back to work. 
“In New York, we’ve always understood the COVID reality was not about opening or closing the economy, but about striking a new balance where we use the science and technology to open intelligently,” he…
COVID-19: NYS To Launch Pilot Program To Allow Nearly 7,000 Fans At Bills NFL Playoff Game COVID-19: NYS To Launch Pilot Program To Allow Nearly 7,000 Fans At Bills NFL Playoff Game
Covid-19: NYS To Launch Pilot Program To Allow Nearly 7,000 Fans At Bills NFL Playoff Game Bills Nation will be in attendance when the team takes the field for its first home playoff game in a quarter of a century as the state uses the game to test a pilot COVID-19 rapid testing program. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Wednesday, Dec. 30 that the state has reached an agreement with the Bills and the National Football League to allow approximately 6,700 fans in attendance as they look to see if rapid testing can help open up the economy further until the COVID-19 vaccination can hit critical mass. Cuomo said that he believes the pilot program is the first of its type in th…
COVID-19: High School In Northern Westchester Presenting Musical Online COVID-19: High School In Northern Westchester Presenting Musical Online
Covid-19: High School In Northern Westchester Presenting Musical Online The show must go on. That's certainly the case at a high school in Northern Westchester which will be presenting a musical online amid the COVID-19 pandemic. On Tuesday, Dec. 1, the Varley Players of Byram Hills High School in Armonk will be debuting “A Night On Broadway” in a truly unique way - Virtually.  No stage. No sets. No costumes. No lighting. No cast party. But these talented students are counting on a vast audience - online. “I miss the camaraderie we normally share when rehearsing a show," sophomore Matthew Giovannetti said, "but it was great that we could perform songs fr…
COVID-19: Here's How Many Say They'll Go To Sports, Concerts, Broadway If Open In September COVID-19: Here's How Many Say They'll Go To Sports, Concerts, Broadway If Open In September
Covid-19: Here's How Many Say They'll Go To Sports, Concerts, Broadway If Open In September Some previous attendees will not head to the ballpark, concerts, or Broadway shows if they reopen in September amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, according to a new poll. The Siena College Research Institute and New York Times released a new poll that found many Americans are unwilling to engage in large social gatherings unless certain safeguards are put in place. According to the poll, which was administered between Sunday, May 17, and Thursday, May 21, many expressed wariness of attending live events if they were to resume at or around Sept. 1. The poll involved 796 voters,…
COVID-19: Popular Actor From Hudson Valley Tests Positive COVID-19: Popular Actor From Hudson Valley Tests Positive
Covid-19: Popular Actor From Hudson Valley Tests Positive A popular actor who was born and raised in the Hudson Valley says he's tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Orange County native Aaron Tveit made the announcement to his 322,000 followers on Instagram. "Hey everyone," he began. "I just wanted to update you all that I’ve found out that I’ve tested positive for Covid-19. I’ve been in quarantine since Broadway shows shut down on Thursday, March 12, and I’m feeling much better." The 36-year-old Tveit graduated in 2001 from Middletown High School, where he played soccer, basketball and golf.   In addition to his…
COVID-19: Gatherings Of More Than 500 People Banned In New York, Cuomo Says COVID-19: Gatherings Of More Than 500 People Banned In New York, Cuomo Says
Covid-19: Gatherings Of More Than 500 People Banned In New York, Cuomo Says With fear of the spread of COVID-19 continuing to mount, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced the state is banning events of 500 people or more and shutting down Broadway. Cuomo said that the ban on large gatherings will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 13, though Broadway theaters have been instructed to close as of 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 12. Related story: New Positive Coronavirus Cases Bring State Total To 328 Cuomo said that he’s already spoken to theater owners and some actors, who were all in agreement in shutting down to curtail the spread of the virus. “We’re looking t…