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These Northern Westchester Zip Codes Rank Among State's Most Expensive, New Report Says These Northern Westchester Zip Codes Rank Among State's Most Expensive, New Report Says
These Northern Westchester Zip Codes Rank Among State's Most Expensive, New Report Says A new ranking of the top 50 most expensive zip codes in New York state features a number of Westchester County towns. Stacker.com created a ranking of the the most expensive zip codes in New York based on the Zillow Home Values Index as of February 2021, according to the report published on Tuesday, April 5. Rye's 10580 was ranked 17th on the list, with a typical home value of $1,769,896, which is 401.3 percent above the typical home value in the state.  The zip code 10577 in Purchase was ranked 25th most expensive in New York. The typical home value was listed at …

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
These Westchester Locations Rank Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live These Westchester Locations Rank Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live
These Westchester Locations Rank Among NY's Top 25 Best Places To Live Several Hudson Valley communities are among the “best places to live in America” in 2022, according to a newly released poll. Each year, Niche explores the best places to live in the US, evaluating factors that include crime, public school systems, job opportunities and local amenities. Using data based on the US Census, FBI, US Bureau of Labor (BLS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other sources, Niche then ranked the top places to live across the country, led by Chesterbrook, a suburb of Philadelphia. In the Hudson Valley, Greenville, commonly known as Edgemont, is…

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by Zak Failla
News
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Thousands in the Hudson Valley are without power after a line of strong storms brought whipping winds to the region that toppled trees, brought down limbs, and downed power lines. Crews worked around the clock overnight to make repairs to hundreds of outages brought about by wind gusts topping 50 mph, but as of 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 8, more than 15,000 Hudson Valley residents were left in the dark as they wait for power to be restored. According to Central Hudson, crews were still out working to repair 347 active outages, which were impacting 11,043 customers in these counties: Ulste…

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by Zak Failla
News
Doctor From Westchester Charged For 'Prolific Seven-Year Fraud Scheme,' Feds Say Doctor From Westchester Charged For 'Prolific Seven-Year Fraud Scheme,' Feds Say
Doctor From Westchester Charged For 'Prolific Seven-Year Fraud Scheme,' Feds Say An eye doctor from Westchester who had practices throughout the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County who was previously charged with healthcare fraud has been sentenced for attempting to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic through loan fraud. Westchester resident Ameet Goyal, age 58, of Rye, who operated The Eye Associates Group, with practices in Rye, Mount Kisco, Wappingers Falls in Dutchess County, and Greenwich, has been sentenced to 96 months in prison for orchestrating a seven-year fraud scheme and for obtaining government loans intended for small businesses during the pandemic. In addition t…

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by Zak Failla
Weather
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region
Nor'easter: Here's A Brand-New Rundown Of Snowfall Totals From Throughout Region Snowfall totals from the powerful Nor'easter that slammed the region ranged from more than two feet to several inches. Here are totals from the National Weather Service and other reports from at or around sunset on Saturday, Jan. 29. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 8.3 inches Nassau County Elmont, 17.3 inches Jericho, 12 inches Levittown, 19.2 inches Massapequa, 16 inches Plainedge, 16 inches  Seaford, 12 inches Syosset, 14 inches Wantagh, 14 inches Suffolk County Amit…

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by Joe Lombardi
Politics
Albany's Director Of Operations Taking Job In Westchester Albany's Director Of Operations Taking Job In Westchester
Albany's Director Of Operations Taking Job In Westchester One of Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan’s top aides announced that he will be leaving upstate to take on a new job in Westchester. Brian Shea, the director of operations for the City of Albany is heading to Westchester, where he will serve as Rye’s newest assistant city manager beginning in February. Prior to his time in the mayor’s office, Shea was chief of staff to the mayor, serving as a chief spokesperson for the mayor and as Albany’s public information officer. Shea also spent time working for the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services after receiving his underg…

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by Zak Failla
Lifestyle
Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round
Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round A popular restaurant in Westchester County offers its guests scenic waterfront dining all year-round. The Barley Beach House is located at 95 Dearborn Ave. in Rye. Come enjoy lunch or dinner and enjoy this beautiful view!! Open all year!! Happy hour Monday to Friday 3pm-6pm, perfect timing for this fabulous sunset!! #views #sunsets #happyhour #ryetownpark #openallyear Posted by The Barley Beach House on Thursday, November 4, 2021 The restaurant's menu includes a wide variety of dishes, from buffalo chicken wraps and chipotle burgers to butternut squash ravioli and linguine scampi. The…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Westchester County Restaurant Reopens After Months-Long Closure Due To Ida Damage Westchester County Restaurant Reopens After Months-Long Closure Due To Ida Damage
Westchester County Restaurant Reopens After Months-Long Closure Due To Ida Damage After a months-long closure due to flooding damage from Tropical Depression Ida, a Westchester County restaurant is serving guests again. OKO Rye officially reopened on Wednesday, Dec. 1. "We are excited to share that our tables are set, bar is stocked and kitchen is firing, and after extensive renovations after the flood, are re-opening TONIGHT, Wednesday!" OKO Rye shared in an Instagram post. The restaurant is located at 29 Purchase St. in Rye, and it's open Tuesdays through Sundays.  Chef Brian Lewis, the owner of the eatery, announced that the business was temporarily closed for renov…

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by Nicole Valinote
Lifestyle
These Two Westchester Zip Codes Among Top 100 Priciest In Country, New Report Says These Two Westchester Zip Codes Among Top 100 Priciest In Country, New Report Says
These Two Westchester Zip Codes Among Top 100 Priciest In Country, New Report Says Two Hudson Valley zip codes were ranked among the most expensive in the United States based on residential sales, according to a new report. Property Shark said it created this year's list of the 100 most expensive zip codes in the US based on residential transactions closed between Jan. 1 and Oct. 22. The two Hudson Valley zip codes, both in Westchester County, that made the list are located in Rye and Purchase. Rye's 10580 zip code was ranked 72nd, with a median sale price of $1,861,000 in 2021. Further down the list was Purchase's 10577 at 88th, with a median sale price …

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Celebrated Westchester County Bakery Reopens At Brand-New Location Celebrated Westchester County Bakery Reopens At Brand-New Location
Celebrated Westchester County Bakery Reopens At Brand-New Location Westchester County residents are in for a treat, as a popular bakery that closed its doors a year ago has reopened at a brand new location. The Snackery Bakeshop celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 7. The bakery is located at 64 Purchase St. in Rye. The bakery's original location in Larchmont closed in October of last year after two years in business. The business, owned by Sara Leand, offers retro baked goods, along with custom cakes. According to representatives for the business, guests can expect some special fall treats, including Carrot Cake Twinkies, N…

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by Nicole Valinote
Business
Celebrated Westchester Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business Celebrated Westchester Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business
Celebrated Westchester Restaurant To Close After 36 Years In Business A celebrated French restaurant in Westchester County is set to close its doors next month after 36 years in business. La Panetière will close at the end of October, according to an announcement from owner Jacques Loupiac.  As I previously mentioned some time ago about my intention to retire, I now regretfully announce to my customers and... Posted by La Panetiere on Friday, September 17, 2021 The restaurant, located at 530 Milton Road in Rye, is known for its high-end cuisine and elegant setting.  Loupiac said in a Facebook post that after a challenging few years, he is ready to retir…

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by Nicole Valinote
Weather
Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Hudson Valley Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Hudson Valley
Storm Ida: How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout Hudson Valley There have now been 42 confirmed fatalities after Ida battered the Northeast with historic rainfall and flash flooding. In New York City, more than 3 inches of rainfall fell in one hour in Central Park on Wednesday, Sept. 1, smashing the previous record. Here is a look at some rainfall totals from throughout the Hudson Valley compiled on the day after, on Thursday, Sept. 2 by the National Weather Service. Westchester County Armonk, 6.48 inches Chappaqua, 5.23 inches Harrison, 7.09 inches Katonah, 5.93 inches Mount Kisco, 8.46 inches New Rochelle, 7.79 inches Ossining, 6.48 inches P…

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by Joe Lombardi