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These Rockland School Districts Are On Delayed Starts, Remote Learning These Rockland School Districts Are On Delayed Starts, Remote Learning
These Rockland School Districts Are On Delayed Starts, Remote Learning The following school districts have scheduled closures and delayed starts on Thursday, Feb. 6 as a result of storm-related wintry conditions: Westchester County Bedford Central School District, closed Briarcliff Manor Union Free School District, closed Byram Hills Central School District, three-hour delay Chappaqua Central School District, closed Croton-Harmon Union Free School District, closed Dobbs Ferry School District, two-hour delay Eastchester Union Free School District, closed Elmsford  Union Free School District, closed Greenburgh Central School District,…
Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Being Hit By Vehicle In Rockland Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Being Hit By Vehicle In Rockland
Bicyclist Seriously Injured After Being Hit By Vehicle In Rockland A bicyclist was seriously injured after being hit by a car in Rockland County.  The crash happened on Tuesday, Feb. 4 at around 4:15 p.m., when the bicyclist was struck in Haverstraw at the intersection of Route 202 and Sand Street, according to eyewitnesses from The Monsey Scoop. A video from the crash scene was posted to The Monsey Scoop's Instagram page:  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (@monseyscoop) The victim suffered serious injuries to his leg, including what may have been a bone fracture, and was …
Child Porn Distribution: Rockland Man, 52, Now On Home Detention, Officials Say Child Porn Distribution: Rockland Man, 52, Now On Home Detention, Officials Say
Child Porn Distribution: Rockland Man, 52, Now On Home Detention, Officials Say A 52-year-old Hudson Valley man is on home arrest after being accused of distributing child pornography, officials said. Jason J. Traina of Rockland County appeared in court on Friday, Jan. 31, on a charge of distribution of child pornography, Rockland County District Attorney Thomas E. Walsh II announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4.  Traina was originally charged in Iowa following an investigation conducted by both the Rockland DA's Office and the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa. His arrest was first announced by the Southern District of Iowa. Follow…
No Charges for Troopers In Fatal Shooting Of Armed Man In Rockland: AG No Charges for Troopers In Fatal Shooting Of Armed Man In Rockland: AG
No Charges for Troopers In Fatal Shooting Of Armed Man In Rockland: AG A year-long investigation into the police shooting death of a man in Rockland County has concluded with no charges, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced.  A report on the investigation into the death of Rakim Tillery following a traffic stop on the New York State Thruway in Ramapo in January 2024 was released by the AG's Office of Special Investigation on Tuesday, Feb. 4.  According to the report, Tillery, who had been linked to an earlier incident in Albany, was armed and fired at troopers on Jan. 3, 2024, as they approached his vehicle during the stop. One…
Former NYPD Officer Admits Role In Husband's Death After Driving Over 100 MPH In Rockland Former NYPD Officer Admits Role In Husband's Death After Driving Over 100 MPH In Rockland
Former Nypd Officer Admits Role In Husband's Death After Driving Over 100 MPH In Rockland A former New York City police officer from the Hudson Valley has pleaded guilty to criminally negligent homicide after driving drunk at over 100 mph and causing the crash that killed her husband in Rockland County, authorities announced.  Bernadine Thomas, age 36, of Maybrook in Orange County, entered the guilty plea on Monday, Feb. 3 before Rockland County Court Judge Kevin Russo, according to New York Attorney General Letitia James.  Thomas admitted to driving with a blood alcohol content of .10 while reaching speeds of up to 109 mph on the Palisades Interstate Parkway in Havers…
Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Rockland (VIDEO) Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Rockland (VIDEO)
Vehicles Crash Into Poles, Rocks, Hydrants Amid Snowstorm In Rockland (Video) Snowy and slippery conditions on Rockland County roads caused numerous vehicles to lose control and crash on Sunday night, Feb. 2.  The crashes occurred during a weather system that arrived in Rockland at around 6 p.m. on Sunday and brought around an inch of snow.  One such incident happened in Airmont near South Monsey Road and Saddle River Road, where a vehicle slid off the road and struck rocks. The car was eventually safely removed, The Monsey Scoop reported.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (…
Car Crumples After Hitting Tree In Rockland Amid Icy Conditions (VIDEO) Car Crumples After Hitting Tree In Rockland Amid Icy Conditions (VIDEO)
Car Crumples After Hitting Tree In Rockland Amid Icy Conditions (Video) A car was severely damaged after hitting a tree in a Rockland County crash that caused injuries.  The crash happened in Chestnut Ridge on Friday, Jan. 31 at around 1:30 p.m., when a vehicle hit a tree on Margetts Road near Saddle River Road, The Monsey Scoop reported. Video posted on Instagram by The Monsey Scoop showed severe front-end damage to the vehicle.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (@monseyscoop) Injuries were reported as a result of the crash. Police have not yet released more information about …
Car Plows Into Porch In 2-Vehicle Wreck In Rockland Car Plows Into Porch In 2-Vehicle Wreck In Rockland
Car Plows Into Porch In 2-Vehicle Wreck In Rockland A crash involving a vehicle that hit a Hudson Valley porch caused injuries. The incident happened on Wednesday, Jan. 29 in Rockland County, when two cars collided in the area of Hybrid Lane and Hanes Lane in Monsey, according to The Monsey Scoop. One car partially crashed into a house's porch.  Spring Hill EMS, Monsey firefighters, and the Ramapo Police Department responded to the crash. More information about the crash was not immediately available.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (@monseyscoop)
Check Those Pockets! Top-Prize Take 5 Ticket Sold At Rockland Store Check Those Pockets! Top-Prize Take 5 Ticket Sold At Rockland Store
Check Those Pockets! Top-Prize Take 5 Ticket Sold At Rockland Store Someone in Rockland County just turned their grocery run into a serious payday. A top-prize-winning Take 5 ticket worth $9,614.50 was sold at Virginia Mini Market, located at 19 North Main St. in Spring Valley, for the Friday, Jan. 24 midday drawing, New York Lottery officials announced.  The Take 5 game features numbers drawn from a field of one through 39, with drawings held twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Winners have up to one year to claim their prize. If you recently made a stop at Virginia Mini Market, now might be a good time to check your numbers—you could be Rockland…
Suspect Runs From Traffic Stop, Eludes Search In Rockland Suspect Runs From Traffic Stop, Eludes Search In Rockland
Suspect Runs From Traffic Stop, Eludes Search In Rockland A suspect was able to escape police following a traffic stop in the Hudson Valley. The incident happened in Rockland County on Sunday, Jan. 26, when the suspect was pulled over in Spring Valley on North Main Street, according to New York State Police. Witnesses told The Monsey Scoop that the suspect was reportedly found to be wanted by the Clarkstown Police Department. The trooper then called for backup but before they could arrive, the suspect left their vehicle and ran toward Memorial Parl/  A search of the area was unsuccessful in finding the suspect.  This is a developing st…
Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Rockland Business, Police Say Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Rockland Business, Police Say
Know Them? Search On For Suspect Who Stole From Rockland Business, Police Say Authorities are asking for the public's assistance in identifying a person connected to an ongoing theft investigation in Rockland County.  In an announcement on Monday, Jan. 27, the Haverstraw Police Department shared images of a suspect captured during two separate incidents at a local business, which was not named.  The department has not released further details about the theft but is urging anyone who may recognize the person in the photos or has relevant information to come forward. Residents can contact the Haverstraw Police Department by calling 845-354-1500 or …
Lanes Reopen After Crash On NY Thruway In Rockland (DEVELOPING) Lanes Reopen After Crash On NY Thruway In Rockland (DEVELOPING)
Lanes Reopen After Crash On NY Thruway In Rockland (Developing) A crash on I-87 in the Hudson Valley blocked multiple lanes for hours on Monday, Jan. 27. The incident happened in Rockland County on Monday, Jan. 27 at around 11:05 a.m. on I-87 South in Ramapo, according to 511NY.  The crash temporarily left the left and center southbound lanes blocked and caused stop-and-go traffic in the area. The lanes have since reopened to traffic. More information about the crash has not yet been released by authorities. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
2 Pulled From Wrecked Car In Rockland 2 Pulled From Wrecked Car In Rockland
2 Pulled From Wrecked Car In Rockland Two people were rescued after a vehicle slammed into a pole in the Hudson Valley, leaving it tipped on its side.  The crash happened in Rockland County on Saturday, Jan. 25 just after 9:30 p.m., when a car hit a pole in Nyack on Old Mountain Road near North Midland Avenue, according to the Nyack Fire Department. Arriving fire crews pulled two trapped people from the wreck with help from the Central Nyack Fire Department.  The Nyack Community Ambulance Corps and Rockland Paramedic Services also helped treat those injured and transport them to hospitals.  The response to…
Cafe Announces Closure In Rockland, Will Still Host Classes, Deliver, Appear At Markets Cafe Announces Closure In Rockland, Will Still Host Classes, Deliver, Appear At Markets
Cafe Announces Closure In Rockland, Will Still Host Classes, Deliver, Appear At Markets A Hudson Valley culinary spot has announced a significant restructuring of its business model, which includes the closing of its cafe besides time for cooking classes and other events.  Flours Pasta & Bake Shop, located in Rockland County at 11 New Main St. in Haverstraw, announced on Thursday, Jan. 16 that it would be closing its cafe "for now."  Instead, the business will shift its focus to meal delivery to Rockland, Bergen, and parts of Westchester counties, event hosting, and other offerings, the owner said on social media. "Flours is fluid and always changing," the owner…
Taxi Caught Running Red Light In Rockland (VIDEO) Taxi Caught Running Red Light In Rockland (VIDEO)
Taxi Caught Running Red Light In Rockland (Video) Eyewitnesses on their dash camera captured a taxi rushing through a red light on a busy Rockland County road. The incident happened in Monsey on Wednesday, Jan. 22, when an eyewitness using a dash cam caught a taxi allegedly running a red light at the intersection of Route 59 and Bates Road.  Monsey Scoop shared a video of the incident, which shows the taxi continuing through the red light after coming to a stop.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Monsey Scoop (@monseyscoop) Police have not addressed the incident as of T…
Hayden Panettiere's Childhood Home In Palisades Listed For Almost $4M: Report Hayden Panettiere's Childhood Home In Palisades Listed For Almost $4M: Report
Hayden Panettiere's Childhood Home In Palisades Listed For Almost $4M: Report A nearly 3,500-square-foot Hudson Valley residence where Golden Globe-nominated actress Hayden Panettiere grew up has hit the market for nearly $4 million, according to a report by Realtor.com.  The Rockland County home, located at 129 Washington Spring Rd. in the hamlet of Palisades, was bought by Panettiere's parents when the actress was 9 years old in 1998 and was home to both Hayden and her brother, Jansen, who died in 2023, Realtor.com reported.  The four-bed, four-bath residence was listed for $1.895 million by Panettiere's parents in 2015 and is now on the ma…
$50K Scheme: Former Superintendent From Stony Point Spent Funds On Personal Items, DA Says $50K Scheme: Former Superintendent From Stony Point Spent Funds On Personal Items, DA Says
$50K Scheme: Former Superintendent From Stony Point 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…
Hillcrest Siblings, 8 And 3, Have Been Missing For Days Hillcrest Siblings, 8 And 3, Have Been Missing For Days
Hillcrest Siblings, 8 And 3, Have Been Missing For Days Authorities in New York are asking for the public’s help in locating two young siblings who have been missing for days. Rockland County residents Mia Rea, 3, and her brother Franklin Sagnay, 8, both of Hillcrest, were last seen together with their non-custodial mother Miryam Aucancela on Sunday, Jan. 19. All three are believed to be in the Hillcrest area, according to the New York State Missing Persons Clearinghouse. No other information was given. Anyone with information is asked to call 1-800-346-3543. Share this story by clicking the Facebook icon below. Check back to Daily Voice for…
Five Nabbed In Rockland County Crackdown On Cocaine Sales: DA Five Nabbed In Rockland County Crackdown On Cocaine Sales: DA
Five Nabbed In Rockland County Crackdown On Cocaine Sales: DA A five-month investigation into narcotics sales in Rockland County has resulted in the arrest of five alleged dealers accused of trafficking crack and powder cocaine throughout the county. According to Rockland County District Attorney Thomas Walsh, the five were taken down in Spring Valley, Haverstraw, and Ramapo. The investigation, led by the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Drug Task Force, culminated in the arrests of Jose Pena of Garnerville, Mario Amaya of Spring Valley, Daquan Leary of Suffern, Eric Hayden of Pomona, and Jonathan Albizures of Spring…
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Rockland County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Rockland County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here's Rundown Of Totals From Rockland 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…
Rockland Sheriff’s Office Launches Blue Envelope Program For Drivers With Autism Rockland Sheriff’s Office Launches Blue Envelope Program For Drivers With Autism
Rockland Sheriff’s Office Launches Blue Envelope Program For Drivers With Autism The Rockland County Sheriff’s Office is introducing the Blue Envelope Program, a safety initiative to improve interactions between law enforcement and autistic drivers. Sheriff Louis Falco III announced the program by emphasizing the unique challenges faced by drivers with autism during routine traffic stops.  “There are many adult drivers living with autism whose physical movements or verbal responses may be beyond their control during a traffic stop,” said Falco. “Unfortunately, this has sometimes led to misunderstandings and escalations during interactions with law enforcement.” Fa…
College Baseball Player Bringing Rockland Burger Joint To Bergen County College Baseball Player Bringing Rockland Burger Joint To Bergen County
College Baseball Player Bringing Rockland Burger Joint To Bergen County A Rockland County favorite is set to bring its signature, back-to-basics burgers to Bergen County. The Filling Station (TFS) Burger Works will open its first New Jersey location in Westwood, aiming for a grand opening in March, according to an announcement shared on Instagram. Known for its nostalgic charm and flavorful offerings, TFS already operates two popular locations along Route 9W in Rockland County. The Westwood location will be managed by 22-year-old Old Tappan native Jake Braet. A former multi-sport athlete and lifelong burger enthusiast, Braet has a personal connection to TFS. Hi…
Rockland Rep. Lawler Co-Sponsors Bill Allowing Trump To Negotiate Greenland Purchase: Report Rockland Rep. Lawler Co-Sponsors Bill Allowing Trump To Negotiate Greenland Purchase: Report
Rockland Rep. Lawler Co-Sponsors Bill Allowing Trump To Negotiate Greenland Purchase: Report Hudson Valley Rep. Mike Lawler is one of several members of Congress who is supporting a bill that would allow President-elect Donald Trump to begin negotiations with Denmark to acquire Greenland, according to a report by Axios.  Lawler, a Republican who represents New York's 17th Congressional District, is one of about a dozen members of Congress to co-sponsor the "Make Greenland Great Again Act," which was introduced by Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles, according to Axios. The 17th Congressional District consists of all of Rockland and Putnam counties, most of Northern Westch…
Child Sex Abuse Sting Operation In Rockland County Leads To Arrest: DA Child Sex Abuse Sting Operation In Rockland County Leads To Arrest: DA
Child Sex Abuse Sting Operation In Rockland County Leads To Arrest: DA A sting operation by the Rockland County District Attorney's Office led to the arrest of a Queens man caught in the trap. Jose Quizhpi, age 48, was indicted on Tuesday, Jan. 14, by a Rockland County grand jury on eight counts of attempted disseminating indecent materials, two counts of attempted rape, and other charges. Scott Waters, spokesman for the Rockland District Attorney's Office, said that between Nov. 5 and 17, 2024, Quizhpi exchanged numerous text messages, photographs, and videos, which were sexually explicit in nature, with a girl who he met online and whom he bel…
Driver Killed, Passenger Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Rockland County Driver Killed, Passenger Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Rockland County
Driver Killed, Passenger Injured In Single-Vehicle Crash In Rockland County A 68-year-old Rockland County man died following a single-vehicle collision on Clausland Mountain Road near Tweed Boulevard in Blauvelt. The crash occurred around 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 9, when the Tappan man, driving a 2008 Pontiac G5 northeast on Clausland Mountain Road, veered off the pavement, striking a large rock and an earth embankment on the east side of the roadway, said Capt. Michael Shannon on the Orangetown Police. Shannon said emergency responders, including the South Orangetown Ambulance Corps and Rockland County Paramedics, transported the driver to Nyack Hospital, where he …
Rockland County 7-Year-Old Hit By Car After Running Into Traffic: Police Rockland County 7-Year-Old Hit By Car After Running Into Traffic: Police
Rockland County 7-Year-Old Hit By Car After Running Into Traffic: Police This story has been updated. A 7-year-old Rockland County boy was hit by a car after allegedly running into traffic, police said. The incident occurred around 5:15 p.m., Wednesday, Jan.8, on New Country Road in Airmont. According to Det. Lt. Chris Franklin of the Ramapo Police, an investigation found that the boy ran west westbound across New County Road into traffic and was struck by a vehicle that was traveling southbound. Franklin said that the child was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital and then airlifted to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, where he is in critical conditio…
Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Rockland County Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Rockland County
Carlitos Tequileria Brings Mesoamerican Elegance And Flavor To Rockland County You might not expect to find a refined tribute to Mesoamerican culinary traditions in a mall. Still, Carlitos Tequileria at the Palisades Center in West Nyack is here to challenge that notion.  This 200-seat restaurant is the latest venture by Carlos Castillo, his wife Sabrina, and partners Fernando Campo and Martín E. Moliné. It brings the flavors and traditions of Latin America to Rockland County. Carlitos Tequileria is more than just a restaurant—it's not strictly Mexican. The owners describe their new venture as "celebrating heritage, community, and the immigrant experience." The …
New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Rockland County New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Rockland County
New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Rockland County If you are looking for a fresh and new place to chow down, enjoy friends and family, or relax and grab a bite and a cocktail in 2025, visiting a new Rockland County restaurant is a must. Nestled in the old Greekish spot in Nyack at 8 N Broadway, Little Dean's Oyster Bar is the brainchild of Chef Constantine Kalandranism, the former owner of The Greekish. Late last year, the chef decided it was time to try something vibrant and new and decided on the concept of small plates and cocktails. And fresh seafood.  On the menu, Kalandranis says, "Little Dean’s is taking the time to …
Police ID Rockland County Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash Police ID Rockland County Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash
Police ID Rockland County Man Killed In Single-Vehicle Crash New York State Police have identified a 21-year-old Rockland County man killed in in a single-vehicle crash in Ulster County. Randolph E. Quintanilla Revolorio, of Nanuet was killed around 6 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 28, on I-87 southbound near Exit 19 in the town of Ulster, State Police said. A preliminary investigation revealed that Revolorio was driving a  2008 Honda when it exited the roadway through the right shoulder for unknown reasons and struck a tree.  Troopers said Revolorio was ejected and was pronounced dead on the scene. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may hav…
Fatal I-684 NY Plane Crash: Witness Stopped, Pulled Victim From Wreckage, New Report Says Fatal I-684 NY Plane Crash: Witness Stopped, Pulled Victim From Wreckage, New Report Says
Fatal I-684 NY Plane Crash: Witness Stopped, Pulled Victim From Wreckage, New Report Says Federal officials have released more information about a small plane crash on Interstate 684 at the border of Fairfield, CT, and Westchester, NY counties.   The information, which centered on a fatal plane crash on I-684 on Thursday, Dec. 12, was released in a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday, Dec. 31. Rockland County resident and commercial pilot Jacob Yankele Friedman of Monsey, age 32, was killed in the crash, while the 26-year-old private pilot, Kalmen Goldberger, of Linden, NJ, was hospitalized with serious injuries. On the night…
Rockland County Man Arrested In Connection With Vehicle Larcenies: Police Rockland County Man Arrested In Connection With Vehicle Larcenies: Police
Rockland County Man Arrested In Connection With Vehicle Larcenies: Police A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a series of vehicle larcenies in the Village of Airmont, but police are still searching for additional suspects, authorities report. The Ramapo Police Department arrested Keith Casas, age 29, of Airmont, in connection with multiple reports of larcenies from vehicles that occurred over two weekends in early December, said Det. Lt. Chris Franklin of the Ramapo Police. According to Franklin, the thefts occurred overnight in Airmont, targeting unlocked vehicles. Items stolen included cash, credit cards, and personal belongings. The stolen c…