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'Never, Never, Never Give Up:' Chestnut Ridge Native Dies After 10-Year Cancer Battle 'Never, Never, Never Give Up:' Chestnut Ridge Native Dies After 10-Year Cancer Battle
'Never, Never, Never Give Up:' Chestnut Ridge Native Dies After 10-Year Cancer Battle Lauren Zucconi, a Bergen County teacher, loving wife, and proud Long Beach Island homeowner, passed away on Monday, Nov. 25, after a decade-long battle with cancer, according to her obituary on the Volk Leber Funeral Home website. She was 36 years old. Her unwavering mantra, “Never, never, never give up,” defined her courageous journey and inspired those around her. Born in Westwood and raised in Chestnut Ridge, NY, Lauren excelled in academics and athletics, graduating from Spring Valley High School, where she met her soulmate, James Robert Nash, her obituary says. She went on to earn…
Key Witness In Trump Trial Has Strong Ties To Westchester Key Witness In Trump Trial Has Strong Ties To Westchester
Key Witness In Trump Trial Has Strong Ties To Westchester A key witness in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial who allegedly helped bury negative stories involving him has close ties to Westchester, including a university in the county from which he graduated.  Former media executive David Pecker, the former CEO of the National Enquirer's parent company, American Media, Inc., became the first witness to testify in Trump's criminal trial on Monday, April 22, and Tuesday, April 23,  The 72-year-old Pecker testified that he had used "catch and kill" tactics to buy rights to stories casting Trump in a negative light and then decl…
Championship-Winning Team From College In Northern Westchester Honored At NY State Capitol Championship-Winning Team From College In Northern Westchester Honored At NY State Capitol
Championship-Winning Team From College In Northern Westchester Honored At NY State Capitol The first college team to win a national title from a school in Westchester was honored during a celebration held at the New York State Capitol.  The Pleasantville-based Pace University women's lacrosse team, the Setters, which won the 2023 NCAA Division II National Championship on Sunday, May 21, 2023, after beating No. 1-ranked West Chester University 19-9, was honored at the New York State Capitol in Albany on Tuesday, Jan. 16, university officials announced.  Earlier Report - White House Visit: Championship-Winning Team From Pace University Honored During the celebration…
Beloved High School Teacher From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 48 Beloved High School Teacher From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 48
Beloved High School Teacher From Northern Westchester Dies At Age 48 A high school science teacher from New York who worked in Connecticut and was also an award-winning athlete is being remembered by her community.  Northern Westchester resident Amy Bridget (nee Cleary) Dillane, a resident of Pleasantville, died on Sunday, Dec. 10 at the age of 48 following an eight-year battle with cancer, according to her obituary.  Born in Mount Kisco in 1975, Dillane graduated from Horace Greeley High School in Chappaqua in 1993 before earning a Bachelor's Degree in biology from SUNY Geneseo in 1997 and her Master's Degree in Teaching from P…
Business Owner From Northern Westchester Dies At 58: 'Giving, Thoughtful Soul' Business Owner From Northern Westchester Dies At 58: 'Giving, Thoughtful Soul'
Business Owner From Northern Westchester Dies At 58: 'Giving, Thoughtful Soul' A Northern Westchester man who grew his family business into an award-winning enterprise is being remembered for his willingness to give back to both his loved ones and his community. Eugene “Bud” Hammer III of Katonah died on Tuesday, June 13 at the age of 58 after a brave battle against leukemia, according to his obituary. Born in White Plains in 1964, Hammer graduated from Pace University with a bachelor's of business administration in Marketing before going on to begin a career with Atlantic Westchester, Inc., a Bedford Hills-based heating, ventilation, and air conditioning business tha…
New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion
New Poll Reveals Who NYers Favor In Governor's Race Based On Inflation, Crime, Abortion As Election Day draws nearer, new polling is highlighting the issues that are top of mind for New York voters when choosing their next governor. Overall, incumbent Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul leads her Republican opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin, by six points, 47 to 41 percent, according to a SurveyUSA poll released Thursday, Oct. 20. Earlier Report: Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Four percent of likely voters said they plan to vote for another candidate, while 8 percent were undecided. Hochul’s lead has shrunk dramatically from August …
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll
Zeldin Holds Edge Over Hochul In NY's Suburbs, Among Independents In Brand-New Poll Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is narrowing the gap between his Democratic opponent, incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul, in the race to be New York’s next governor. Hochul now leads Zeldin by just four points, 50 to 46 percent, according to a new Quinnipiac University poll of likely voters.  Earlier Report: New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches While Hochul enjoys a comfortable lead in New York City, 59 to 37 percent, the race is much tighter in the suburbs, with Zeldin receiving 50 percent and Hochul receiving 49 percent, the poll found. Among their parties…
New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches
New Polls Show Race Tightening Between Hochul, Zeldin As Debate Day Approaches With just days left until New York’s two gubernatorial candidates face off in their only debate before the election, new polling indicates the race between Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin is tightening. Zeldin now trails Hochul by just 5.3 points, 43.7 to 49 percent, according to a rolling average of polls from Sept. 30 to Oct. 12 from RealClearPolitics (RCP). Earlier Report: Marist Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They'll 'Definitely Vote' Nearly seven percent of voters remain undecided with just weeks left until the midterm elect…
New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote' New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote'
New Poll Reveals How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks Among Those Who Say They Will 'Definitely Vote' With less than a month to go until New Yorkers choose their next governor, fresh polling shows Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul remains the favorite over her Republican opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin. Hochul holds a 10-point lead over Zeldin, 51 to 41 percent, among registered voters statewide, including those who are undecided, according to a new Marist poll.  Earlier Report: Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Among those who say they "will definitely vote," Hochul's lead is down to an eight-point edge over Zeldin, 52 to 44 pe…
Former All-County HS Athlete, Dedicated Northern Westchester Mom Dies At Age 61 Former All-County HS Athlete, Dedicated Northern Westchester Mom Dies At Age 61
Former All-County HS Athlete, Dedicated Northern Westchester Mom Dies At Age 61 A Northern Westchester woman who died at the age of 61 is being remembered as a celebrated high school athlete and dedicated mother. Jamie Valentino DeRosso, of Yorktown Heights, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, Sept. 14, according to her obituary.  "Jamie emulated strength and grace during her 11 year fight against stage 4 cancer," her obituary reads. "Medical professionals across the state expressed their admiration for her resilience, humor, and positivity." She was born in Manhattan and graduated from Yorktown High School. According to her obituary, she ran track during…
Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears
Brand-New Poll Shows How Hochul-Zeldin Race Looks As NY Gubernatorial Election Nears With a little over one month until New Yorkers choose their next governor, new polling shows that Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to be the favorite over her Republican opponent, Congressman Lee Zeldin. Hochul holds a 17-point lead over Zeldin, 54 to 37 percent, according to a new Siena College poll.  That’s up slightly from 53 to 39 percent in August 2022. Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Among their parties, Hochul garnered support from 81 percent of Democrats while 77 percent of Republicans backed Zeldin. Howev…
Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election
Debate Over Debates: Zeldin Rips Hochul's Offer Of Single Matchup Before Gubernatorial Election The debate stage is finally set between New York’s two gubernatorial candidates, Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin and current Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, though quarreling over the debates themselves drags on. On Wednesday, Sept. 21, Hochul’s campaign committed to a single, one-hour televised debate between Zeldin, which will take place Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. at Pace University in Manhattan. It will air on Spectrum News NY1. Earlier Report: 'Never Been In Question': NY Gov. Kathy Hochul Says She Will Debate Lee Zeldin “Governor Hochul looks forward to debating on Oct. 25 and highlighting…
Thousands Raised To Support Family Of Late Pace University Student Thousands Raised To Support Family Of Late Pace University Student
Thousands Raised To Support Family Of Late Pace University Student Members of the community have raised more than $10,000 to support the family of a 20-year-old Pace University student who died following a medical episode at the Northern Westchester campus. Jordan Robinson, of Danbury, Connecticut, died on Sunday, Feb. 13, after he suffered a medical event at Pace University, school officials reported. Earlier report - Danbury Student Dies Following Medical Episode At Pace University The university said Robinson was a student on the Pleasantville campus.  A GoFundMe set up to support Robinson's family and pay for his funeral expenses reach…
Pace University Student Dies After Medical Episode On Northern Westchester Campus Pace University Student Dies After Medical Episode On Northern Westchester Campus
Pace University Student Dies After Medical Episode On Northern Westchester Campus Pace University in Northern Westchester is mourning the death of a popular student. Jordan Robinson, age 20, of Danbury, Connecticut, died following a medical episode on campus Sunday, Feb. 13 in Pleasantville, said Pace University officials. According to the college, Robinson was a sophomore on the Pleasantville campus. The college said the Mount Pleasant Police Department, which is in charge of investigating such matters, has classified his death as a medical emergency, awaiting the medical examiner's findings. Robinson was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and involved with m…
Dan Mulholland, Longtime Coach In Westchester, Dies Dan Mulholland, Longtime Coach In Westchester, Dies
Dan Mulholland, Longtime Coach In Westchester, Dies A beloved longtime Hall of Fame coach in Westchester died at the age of 76. Daniel J. Mulholland, Jr., known as Coach “Mully," died Saturday, Jan. 15 surrounded by his family. In his early years, Mulholland loved archery and traveling with his father to tournaments while spending summers with his grandfather in Dolgeville, a village in Herkimer and Fulton counties in New York. He was a graduate of Ardsley High School and Brockport University. Mulholland spent his life as a part of the education system and sports world. His teaching started in Elmsford, Yorktown, Peekskill, and continued…
New Mural Honors Slain Pace University Football Player New Mural Honors Slain Pace University Football Player
New Mural Honors Slain Pace University Football Player Gone, but not forgotten. Pace University in Westchester County unveiled a mural in their Kessel Student Center to commemorate the memory of Danroy “DJ” Henry, Jr., a student-athlete who was shot and killed by a police officer more than a decade ago. Henry, a junior defensive back on the football team at Pace University's Pleasantville campus, was at a sports bar in neighboring Thornwood with teammates when a fight broke out after their homecoming game in 11 years ago. Danroy "DJ" Henry, 20Justice for DJ Henry Facebook page Pleasantville police officer Aaron Hess remained at the scene,…
Federal Judge Joins Review Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shootings In Westchester Federal Judge Joins Review Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shootings In Westchester
Federal Judge Joins Review Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shootings In Westchester A former federal prosecutor in New York is being called in to assist the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office in reopening the investigation into a pair of police-involved shootings that left a 20-year-old Pace University student from Massachusetts and former US Marine dead. Danroy “DJ” Henry, an Easton, Massachusetts man who was a junior at Pace was shot to death by police officers in Pleasantville in October 2010 while he was in a moving vehicle. Related story - Thousands Demand Justice 10 Years After College Athlete Shot, Killed By Cop In Westchester Thirteen months later, Ken…
Popular Northern Westchester Teacher Dies Suddenly At Age 48 Popular Northern Westchester Teacher Dies Suddenly At Age 48
Popular Northern Westchester Teacher Dies Suddenly At Age 48 A popular Northern Westchester teacher died unexpectedly on Monday, Feb. 22. Danielle Marie Coletta of Peekskill was 48 years old. She was a sixth-grade teacher at Mildred E. Strang Middle School in Yorktown. Her career began at Columbus Elementary School in Hawthorne, teaching second grade, followed by many years at Brookside Elementary School in Yorktown, as a third-grade teacher.  She attended George Washington Elementary School in Mohegan Lake, Copper Beech Middle School, and Walter Panas High School in Cortlandt Manor.  She graduated from Pace University in Pleasantville, …
Former Northern Westchester HS Standout Takes Over As Fordham's Head Basketball Coach Former Northern Westchester HS Standout Takes Over As Fordham's Head Basketball Coach
Former Northern Westchester HS Standout Takes Over As Fordham's Head Basketball Coach A former Hudson Valley high school basketball standout has been chosen to take over as interim head coach of the Fordham University men's program.  Associate head coach Michael DePaoli, a three-time all-State selection while playing at North Salem High School, has been chosen to take over for Jeff Neubauer, who was fired midway through the season after a 1-7 start. The university said it is launching a national search to find a permanent head coach. "Fordham Athletics appreciates Coach Neubauer and his commitment and leadership to our men's basketball program over the past six seasons…
COVID-19: 20 Pace University Students Test Positive COVID-19: 20 Pace University Students Test Positive
Covid-19: 20 Pace University Students Test Positive Twenty students at Pace University's Westchester campus have tested positive for COVID-19, university officials said. Four students tested positive on Monday, Sept. 21, prompting the university to test nearly 600 community members, according to Pace's director of public affairs, Jerry McKinstry. Sixteen other individuals subsequently tested positive, and the university notified the county's health department, McKinstry said in a letter to the Pace community. Those students -- 18 of whom are living in Alumni Hall in Pleasantville -- have been isolated and their contacts are also quarantinin…
Thousands Demand Justice 10 Years After College Athlete Shot, Killed By Cop In Westchester Thousands Demand Justice 10 Years After College Athlete Shot, Killed By Cop In Westchester
Thousands Demand Justice 10 Years After College Athlete Shot, Killed By Cop In Westchester The cacophony of thousands of voices demanding justice for Danroy “DJ” Henry has grown to include some celebrities 10 years after he was killed at the hands of police in Westchester. Nearly 80,000 people have signed a change.org petition urging prosecutors to re-open Henry’s case after he was shot and killed by former Pleasantville police officer Aaron Hess in October 2010. Henry, a football player and junior at Pace University's Pleasantville campus, was at a sports bar with teammates when a fight broke out after their homecoming game in Pleasantville. Hess remained at the scene, and w…
Police Investigating After Pace Coach Allegedly Struck Student's Face With Bat In Locker Room Police Investigating After Pace Coach Allegedly Struck Student's Face With Bat In Locker Room
Police Investigating After Pace Coach Allegedly Struck Student's Face With Bat In Locker Room Police are investigating after Pace University's baseball coach allegedly whacked a freshman player in the face with a bat during a locker room tirade after a loss, then failed to call an ambulance and instead stormed into his office. Mount Pleasant Police got a phone call from someone familiar with the incident explaining what happened on Wednesday, June 3 -- nearly two months after it had occurred, Police Chief Paul Oliva told Daily Voice. "We're looking into it," Oliva said. Pace Athletic Director Mark Brown did not return Daily Voice's request for comment, asking if he thought Manning …
COVID-19: Westchester Native Steve Milligram, State Supreme Court Judge, Dies At 66 COVID-19: Westchester Native Steve Milligram, State Supreme Court Judge, Dies At 66
Covid-19: Westchester Native Steve Milligram, State Supreme Court Judge, Dies At 66 State Supreme Court Judge Steve Milligram, a Westchester native and Orange County resident, has died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). He was 66. His death was announced on Tuesday, April 28 by the Orange County Bar Association, where Milligram previously served as president. Milligram is the third judge in New York State to die due to the virus. Milligram, who was a Monroe resident, was born in Yonkers and graduated from Pace University. He served as Monroe Town Justice until his election in November, 2019 to the Supreme Court justice seat for the Ninth Judicial District. …
COVID-19: College Students Suing Schools After Virus Forces Closures COVID-19: College Students Suing Schools After Virus Forces Closures
Covid-19: College Students Suing Schools After Virus Forces Closures College students forced to leave campus due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak are filing lawsuits demanding tuition refunds after classes were forced to be taken online. With colleges socially distancing and transitioning to e-learning, students have been filing class-action lawsuits alleging that they are still paying high tuition prices for what has become an online education. The lawsuits claim that students have paid for services they’re no longer receiving, such as face-to-face interaction with professors, access to campus facilities, and hands-on learning, as well as mandat…
COVID-19: Noted Sports Photographer Anthony Causi, Pace University Grad, Dies At 48 COVID-19: Noted Sports Photographer Anthony Causi, Pace University Grad, Dies At 48
Covid-19: Noted Sports Photographer Anthony Causi, Pace University Grad, Dies At 48 Anthony Causi, a prominent and popular sports photographer, died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). Causi, a Pace University graduate who worked for the New York Post, died on Sunday, April 12 at North Shore University Hospital in Manhasset, the paper announced. He was 48. A Brooklyn native, Causi joined The Post in 1994, working his way up from a photo messenger to a full-time photojournalist. During his career, he covered the Yankees, Mets, Giants, Jets, Knicks, Rangers and more for The Post. Causi was remembered by Yankee legend Derek Jeter on social media. “Anthony was an amazingl…
Pace University Coach Named To Head United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association Pace University Coach Named To Head United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association
Pace University Coach Named To Head United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association Pace University men’s lacrosse coach Tom Mariano has been chosen to represent all college lacrosse programs nationwide as the head of the United States Intercollegiate Lacrosse Association. Following three years on the USILA Board of Directors, Mariano has been tabbed to lead the organization as its president on a two-year term. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, USILA is an association of member institutions and organizations with college lacrosse programs at all levels of competition, including the three NCAA divisions and non-NCAA schools at both the varsity and club levels for men and wom…
Man Sentenced For Sex Crimes Committed Inside Dorm Room In Westchester Man Sentenced For Sex Crimes Committed Inside Dorm Room In Westchester
Man Sentenced For Sex Crimes Committed Inside Dorm Room In Westchester A 32-year-old man will spend time in prison and register as a sex offender for attempted sex crimes against a Westchester college student last year. Ariel Caro, of New York City, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted sex abuse and attempted burglary as a sexually motivated crime, both felonies. Caro was also sentenced to 10 years post-release supervision and will have to register as a sex offender when he is released. Westchester County District Attorney Anthony Scarpino, Jr. said that at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 11, 2018, Caro knocked on…
Don't Miss Hudson Valley's Own Sam DeRosa On New NBC Show 'Songland' Don't Miss Hudson Valley's Own Sam DeRosa On New NBC Show 'Songland'
Don't Miss Hudson Valley's Own Sam DeRosa On New NBC Show 'Songland' A songwriter with roots in Poughkeepsie will be on NBC's new show "Songland" Wednesday night, Sept. 4. Samantha DeRosa will be performing her original song "Pill for This" at 9 p.m. in front of Charlie Puth and other producers. The show features undiscovered songwriters who pitch their original creations to superstar recording artists and a panel of chart-topping producers. Some of the stars include Leona Lewis, the Jonas Brothers, John Legend, will.i.am and more. DeRosa performs in front of Charlie Puth and others on "Songland."Sam DeRosa Instagram DeRosa started writing her own song…
Apparent Luring Incident In Westchester A Misunderstanding, Police Say Apparent Luring Incident In Westchester A Misunderstanding, Police Say
Apparent Luring Incident In Westchester A Misunderstanding, Police Say This story has been updated. An apparent luring incident involving a 13-year-old girl in Westchester turned out to be a misunderstanding, police said. A man had reportedly attempted to lure her the girl into his pickup truck at Pace University while she waited for a ride on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Police had received the report that a 13-year-old was waiting for a ride home at the college when a gray pickup truck drove up next to her and the driver made contact, offering to provide a ride. After an investigation, police later said that the man had been at Pace to pick up another girl, his grandd…
Rockland Native, Westchester Resident Bob Gadigian, 58, Was The First To Be There And Help Rockland Native, Westchester Resident Bob Gadigian, 58, Was The First To Be There And Help
Rockland Native, Westchester Resident Bob Gadigian, 58, Was The First To Be There And Help Bob Gadigian came into this world on Sept. 17, 1960, with an exuberance for fully engrossing himself in the things he loved. He was a master of many talents, with a strong intellect and an appetite for many passions.  He had an unwavering loyalty to the Knicks and Yankees. He always worked hard to strive for excellence with much of the same discipline as his favorite athletes.  Bob grew up in Rockland County the son of Dave and Marlene Gadigian, younger brother to Caren Gadigian-Keefe and older brother to John Gadigian.  After graduating Spring …
Quest Diagnostics Says Nearly 12M May Have Had Financial, Personal Info Exposed In Data Breach Quest Diagnostics Says Nearly 12M May Have Had Financial, Personal Info Exposed In Data Breach
Quest Diagnostics Says Nearly 12M May Have Had Financial, Personal Info Exposed In Data Breach Millions of Quest Diagnostics patients may have had their financial, medical and other personal information exposed in a data breach, the company announced on Monday. Officials at Quest Diagnostics said Monday that 11.9 million peoples’ personal information, including Social Security numbers may have been compromised after one of its billing collectors reported a data breach. According to Quest Diagnostics, American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA) notified the company and a Quest contractor that uses AMCA’s billing services last month. The number of patients impacted was only recently dete…