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This NY Locale Named America's Best Town To Visit
Where can you find a waterfall, a blues club, and world-class waffles, all in one Top 10 list?
CNN Travel has unveiled its second annual ranking of America’s Best Towns To Visit, spotlighting small cities with standout charm, and a big dose of the unexpected.
The outlet tapped its readers and contributors for nominations.
It then narrowed the field by evaluating each town’s attractions, dining and drink options, cultural and nightlife scenes, identity, diversity, proximity to other destinations, and general “wow factor.”
Travel essentials like lodging and accessibility were also con…
Road Rage Killing: Avid Fisherman, 29, ID'd As Victim In Deadly NY Truck Ramming, Police Say
A passionate fisherman and aspiring boat owner has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in an alleged road rage incident on Long Island.
Ibis Baez, age 29, of the Bronx, died after his motorcycle was struck by a pickup truck on the South Service Road of the Long Island Expressway in North Hills, Nassau County Police revealed Monday, April 28.
The deadly incident unfolded around 2:15 p.m. Friday, April 25, as Daily Voice reported. Baez and the driver of a Ford pickup truck, 64-year-old Brian Noll of Scio in Allegany County, got into a heated altercation while traveling eastbound, polic…
Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex-Yankees Star
The official cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation.
Miller Gardner, age 14, the youngest son of Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, died in his sleep on Friday, March 21.
The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica.
On Wednesday, April 2, authorities in Costa Rica, citin…
Ex-Yankees Star, Family Pay Tribute To Miller Gardner, 14: 'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever'
The teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation is being remember for his smile and spirit.
Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, age 14, on Sunday, March 23.
Earlier report - Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner
The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days earlier after he became sick…
Westchester Man Known As 'Free Spirit, Avid Athlete' Dies At Age 44
A Westchester County resident known for his love of sports and adventurous spirit has died at the age of 44.
John Theodore Grandefeld, of Eastchester, died unexpectedly on Saturday, Sept. 24, according to his obituary.
He was born in New Rochelle and spent summers in his childhood at the Larchmont Shore Club.
"John was a free spirit and an avid athlete," his obituary reads. "During high school he played soccer, hockey and tennis and always took advantage of all life’s experiences. He loved traveling, hiking, fishing, camping - which was his favorite - and on occasion gold mining in Alaska.…
Former Supervisor At Reader's Digest In Westchester Dies At Age 63
A man who worked at Reader's Digest in Westchester County for decades has died at the age of 63.
Dutchess County resident Robert Riley-Brown, of Wappingers Falls, died at New York Presbyterian Milstein Heart Center on Saturday, Aug. 20, according to his obituary.
He was born in the Litchfield County town of Sharon, Connecticut.
According to his obituary, Riley-Brown worked as a supervisor at the Global Data Center at Reader's Digest in Pleasantville for 27 years, and he later worked at IBM in Poughkeepsie, his obituary said.
Riley-Brown had a love of the outdoors, off-roading, f…
Zach Chmelecki, Former HS Football, Lacrosse Player In Westchester, Dies At 23
Zachary Thomas Chmelecki, of Rye Neck, died on Tuesday, Jan. 26.
He was 23.
Zack was born Oct. 13, 1997, to Charles and Lisa (nee Zaccaria) Chmelecki.
A football and lacrosse player, he played for Iona Prep and later Rye Neck High School where he graduated in 2015.
Later in his life, he was passionate about surfing, fishing, and cooking.
"Zack was a presence; his smile brightened every room he entered," according to his obituary.
He leaves behind his mother, Lisa, and sister, Nicole, along with his grandmother, Rita Chmelecki. Zack's father, Charles, died in August 2020 at a…
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Fairfield County Teen Reels In Huge 42-Inch Trout In Upstate NY, Report Says
A Fairfield County teenager reeled in a massive, near-record breaking trout during an excursion in an upstate New York lake.
Stamford resident Liam Bard, 16, landed a 42-inch trout during a trip on Skaneateles Lake in the Finger Lakes region, which approached a state record, according to reports.
The fish was reportedly the teenager’s first-ever lake trout.
Baird was fishing with his father, Scott, a friend, and was guided on their trip by Capt. Robert “Buck” Carter of the Lucky Bank Fishing charter company.
Baird’s day started off fishing for smallmouth bass, but they weren’t taking the …
Alan Kemp Of Pine Plains, Known As Avid Fisherman, Dies At 38
A celebration of life has been set for a passionate fisherman, Alan S. Kemp who died on Feb. 21, from a heart attack, at age 38.
The event "to gather and say goodbye" is on Saturday Aug.17 at noon at Kemp's home, 35 North Main St. in Pine Plains, the obituary said.
Kemp was born April 16, 1980, to Keven (Audrey) Kemp and Cheryl (John) Worrall.
He is survived by his son, Ian, who shares Kemp's love for hunting, fishing, RC cars, RC airplanes and most of all dirt bikes, the obituary said.
Other survivors include brothers, Ryan (Brandi) Kyle (Jamiee), step-brother Josh (Danielle and step-sis…
David Niznik, Longtime Poughkeepsie Business Owner, Dies At 54
Longtime Poughkeepsie business owner David John Niznik, Jr., died peacefully at his home after a long battle with cancer on Jan. 4. He was 54.
David was born in Poughkeepsie on May 31, 1963 to David Sr. and Nancy Niznik. He ran Dave's Towing out of Poughkeepsie for 30 years before moving to South Carolina in 2006. He died in Conway, S.C
David loved fishing and car racing.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Shelley of S. Carolina, brothers, Paul Niznik, Lee Niznik Sr. and his wife Jennifer, nieces Stephanie and Kristen Niznik, nephew, Lee Jay Niznik Jr., and great niece Revenna Marie, all o…
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