Actor/Writers Group Seeking Talent From Westchester, Hudson Valley Actor/Writers Group Seeking Talent From Westchester, Hudson Valley
Actor/Writers Group Seeking Talent From Westchester, Hudson Valley An actors/writers group is looking for talent from throughout the Hudson Valley. The group says it's "Seeking playwrights who like to work with actors, and actors looking to work with new playwrights, to workshop new plays from writers from the Hudson Valley community. People who are motivated to be with a group of artists to share, grow and build." Among the areas it's looking to draw people from are: Poughkeepsie, Beacon, Wappingers Falls, Cold Spring, Hyde Park, Hudson, New Paltz, Saugerties, Kingston, Rhinebeck, Tarrytown, White Plains, Peekskill, Newburgh, Ellenville, Rosendale, Amenia…
New Update: 2 Teen Girls Missing From Northern Westchester Found Safe New Update: 2 Teen Girls Missing From Northern Westchester Found Safe
New Update: 2 Teen Girls Missing From Northern Westchester Found Safe Two teenagers who were reported missing from Northern Westchester for more than a week have been found safe, police announced. In an announcement on Wednesday, May 22, the Yorktown Police Department announced that 17-year-old Evelyn Jimenez and 15-year-old Violet Munroe, who went missing on Sunday, May 12, have been found safe.  Earlier Report - Police Issue Alert For Northern Westchester Teens Missing For Days The two girls had last been seen together in Peekskill, according to police.  The teens were found with the help of the FBI Safe Streets Task Force and New…
Police Issue Alert For Northern Westchester Teens Missing For Days Police Issue Alert For Northern Westchester Teens Missing For Days
Police Issue Alert For Northern Westchester Teens Missing For Days Authorities are seeking help from the public in finding two teenagers who have been missing from Northern Westchester for several days. New, updated report - New Update: 2 Teen Girls Missing From Northern Westchester Found Safe In an announcement on Wednesday, May 15, the Yorktown Police Department and New York State Police said they are looking for 17-year-old Evelyn Jimenez and 15-year-old Violet Munroe, who have been missing since Sunday, May 12.  Both teens were last seen together in Peekskill but may also be in the area of White Plains, police said. New York State Police …
Support Pours In For Family Of Beloved Fallen Hudson Valley Officer Who Died In Crash Support Pours In For Family Of Beloved Fallen Hudson Valley Officer Who Died In Crash
Support Pours In For Family Of Beloved Fallen Hudson Valley Officer Who Died In Crash A community is coming together to support the family of a US Army veteran and dedicated police officer from the Hudson Valley who died suddenly in a crash.  Following the untimely death of Putnam County's Jose Colon, a committed officer who served with the Brewster Police Department, dozens of friends, family members, and fellow officers have come together to support Colon's wife and son financially. Earlier report - Brewster Police Officer Jose Colon Dies Suddenly At Age 55 Colon, a US Army veteran who spent two decades with the New York City Police Department before serving in …
Sun River Health Receives NYSPHA Award Sun River Health Receives NYSPHA Award
Sun River Health Receives Nyspha Award On Wednesday, May 1, Roberta Kelly, FNP-BC, CIC, Sun River Health Chief Nursing Officer & Senior Vice President, received the Outstanding Contribution for Public Health Organizational Service Award on behalf of Sun River Health at the New York State Public Health Association’s 2024 Public Health Partnership Conference in Saratoga Springs. This prestigious award recognizes a public health organization that has excelled in providing vital services to New Yorkers in need. Hosted by the New York State Public Health Association (NYSPHA) annually, the Public Health Partnership Conference is de…
Seen Him? State Police Asking Public For Help Finding Hudson Valley Man Seen Him? State Police Asking Public For Help Finding Hudson Valley Man
Seen Him? Missing Man Last Spotted In Poughkeepsie The New York State Police are asking for the public's help in locating a missing Hudson Valley man who hasn't been since Sunday, March 24. Nicolas Faust, age 43, formerly of Ulster County in Marlborough, and Westchester County in Peekskill, was reported missing by his family, said Trooper AJ Hicks of the New York State Police. Faust was last seen by friends in the Mill Street area of Poughkeepsie on Sunday, March 24 around 2 a.m. He is described as being 5-foot-9, 175 pounds with brown hair and hazel eyes. Anyone with information is asked to call the New York State Police at 845-677-7300…
Sun River Health Awarded Gold Certification By Planetree International Sun River Health Awarded Gold Certification By Planetree International
Sun River Health Awarded Gold Certification By Planetree International On February 2, 2024, Sun River Health, a network of Federally Qualified Health Centers throughout the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, was awarded Gold Certification for Excellence in Person-Centered Care by Planetree International, the global leader in advancing person-centered health care solutions. The highest level of certification offered by Planetree International, Gold Certification recognizes an organization’s achievement and innovation in the delivery of person-centered care. Sun River Health is the first and only Federally Qualified Health Center in the world to earn t…
Beloved Northern Westchester Business Owner Dies At 69 Beloved Northern Westchester Business Owner Dies At 69
Beloved Northern Westchester Business Owner Dies At 69 A community is mourning the loss of a Hudson Valley woman who once owned two popular businesses in Northern Westchester and was known for her love of crafting.  Putnam County resident Diane Callahan-Caro of Brewster died on Friday, Jan. 19 in Newark, New Jersey at the age of 69, according to her obituary.  Born in Morristown, New Jersey in 1954, Callahan-Caro went on to graduate from Lakeland High School in Shrub Oak in 1972 before earning her bachelor's degree from Briarcliff College.  Years later in 1978, she married John Caro in Peekskill and together, they live…
Lifelong Firefighter, Northern Westchester Native Dies: 'His Legacy Will Undoubtedly Live On' Lifelong Firefighter, Northern Westchester Native Dies: 'His Legacy Will Undoubtedly Live On'
Lifelong Firefighter, Northern Westchester Native Dies: 'His Legacy Will Undoubtedly Live On' A Hudson Valley resident who spent decades protecting his community as a firefighter is being remembered for his selflessness and outgoing nature.  Putnam County resident Dennis Rotenberg of Garrison died on Saturday, Jan. 13 at the age of 71, according to his obituary.  Born in the Northern Westchester city of Peekskill in 1952, Rotenberg attended Lakeland High School in Shrub Oak and went on to work with City Carting of Westchester for three decades.  After moving to Garrison, he joined the Garrison Volunteer Fire Company in May 1985 and served as a firefighter f…
Rabid Fox Killed After Biting 2 People In Northern Westchester Rabid Fox Killed After Biting 2 People In Northern Westchester
Rabid Fox Killed After Biting 2 People In Northern Westchester Officials are alerting residents to be wary of wild animals after a fox that bit two people in Northern Westchester tested positive for rabies.  New, updated report - Update: 2 More People Bit By Rabid Fox In Peekskill Come Forward The warning came after an incident on Saturday, Jan. 13, when a fox bit two people in Peekskill, according to the Westchester County Department of Health. The exact location of where this happened was not revealed by officials.  The fox has since been killed after testing positive for rabies, health officials said, adding that the two victims, who…
Popular BBQ Eatery To Transform Into Thai Restaurant In Northern Westchester Popular BBQ Eatery To Transform Into Thai Restaurant In Northern Westchester
Popular BBQ Eatery To Transform Into Thai Restaurant In Northern Westchester A popular smokehouse in Northern Westchester is undertaking a truly transformative New Year's resolution, as it will soon be turning into a Thai restaurant.  Peekskill Smokehouse, located at 15 North Division St., will be transforming into "Thaimeless Thai" in 2024, the owners announced on social media earlier in December. To make the change, the smokehouse will close for a brief hiatus beginning on Monday, Jan. 1, the owners added. "During this brief hiatus, our talented team will be working their magic to unveil a brand-new menu, train in the art of Thai cuisine, and sprinkle s…
Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center
Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center Sun River Health held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new health center known as Sun River Health New Rochelle on Friday, December 8. Congressman Jamaal Bowman, County Legislator George Latimer, City Councilmember Shane Osinloye, Dr. Corey Reynolds, the New Rochelle Superintendent of Schools, and representatives from many New Rochelle community organizations, including the Lexington Center for Recovery, the Mental Health Association, Neighbors Link, the New Rochelle Public Library, the Department of Labor, MVP, Health First, Fidelis, Choice Case Management, and Westchester Jewish…