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Studio 54 Co-Founder Lists Scenic Hudson Valley Estate For $7.5M Studio 54 Co-Founder Lists Scenic Hudson Valley Estate For $7.5M
Studio 54 Co-Founder Lists Scenic Hudson Valley Estate For $7.5M A sprawling Westchester estate owned by Studio 54 co-founder and hotelier Ian Schrager has hit the market for $7.5 million, offering sweeping views, timeless architecture, and a celebrity pedigree.  Located at 213 Baldwin Rd. in Bedford Corners, the 11.7-acre property serves as Schrager’s family retreat, according to a Douglas Elliman listing.   The home spans 3,767 square feet and includes five bedrooms, four-and-a-half baths, and three fireplaces, all less than an hour from Manhattan. Originally built in 1936 and renovated in 2014, the property blends classic brick-and-cla…

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Heated Capitol Clash: NY Reps Mike Lawler, Hakeem Jeffries Spar Over Shutdown, Report Says Heated Capitol Clash: NY Reps Mike Lawler, Hakeem Jeffries Spar Over Shutdown, Report Says
Heated Capitol Clash: NY Reps Mike Lawler, Hakeem Jeffries Spar Over Shutdown, Report Says A fiery exchange between House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Hudson Valley Rep. Mike Lawler spilled into the open this week amid tensions over the ongoing government shutdown, according to reports. The confrontation unfolded at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Oct. 8, after Lawler — who represents New York's 17th Congressional District— pressed Jeffries about his lack of an endorsement for New York City Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and criticized Democrats’ handling of the ongoing government shutdown, Politico reported on Thursday, Oct. 9.  The 17th Congressional Di…

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Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning
Secluded NY Abode With 'Repurposed Dungeon,' 70s Charm Has Internet Swooning Tucked away in wooded seclusion, this upstate New York abode – complete with ‘70s charm, soaring ceilings, and walls of glass – is an introvert’s dream. Listed for $439,900, the two-bedroom, two-bathroom contemporary at 249 Hoffman Road in Rochester hit the market on Tuesday, Sept. 30, and has already been viewed over 30,000 times on Zillow alone. The 1,908-square-foot residence blew up even further when a user shared it to the popular subreddit “Zillow Gone Wild,” where fans called it “cozy, stylish, and affordable.” Howard Hanna Designed in 1976 by architect Charles Lewis, it sits on j…

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This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study
This NY City Named One Of America’s Fastest-Growing Retirement Boomtowns: New Study A city in Westchester is gaining national recognition as one of the country’s top retirement hotspots, according to a new study.  According to a rankings by GOBankingRates, the city was ranked No. 29 on a list of America’s 50 fastest-growing retirement boomtowns.   The analysis, based on US Census Bureau data, looked at cities with at least 7,500 residents age 65 and older and a higher-than-average share of seniors compared to the national figure of 16.84 percent. In Mount Vernon, 18.1 percent of the population is now 65 and older, the study found. That group grew by 5.7 per…

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Rockland Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened Rockland Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened
Rockland Native Pitches Anti-Snoring Pillow On ‘Shark Tank': Here's What Happened A Rockland County native is celebrating a big win after appearing on ABC’s Shark Tank with a product designed to silence snoring and keep couples in the same bed.  Lloyd Ecker of Pomona, along with his wife Sue, pitched their new anti-snoring pillow, The Snorinator, on the show’s latest episode on Wednesday night, Oct. 1.  Their presentation impressed Sharks Lori Greiner and Michael Strahan so much that both tested the pillow on set and decided to invest.   The Eckers secured a $100,000 deal from Greiner and Strahan to help expand the brand. Ecker, who describes himsel…

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NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage
NY 7th Grader Crowned Miss American Pre-Teen After Shining On National Stage A 12-year-old Long Island student is bringing a national crown back home after dazzling judges at a major pageant in Orlando. Robert Frost Middle School seventh grader Michaela DiCaro, of Deer Park, was named Miss American Pre-Teen over Labor Day weekend, topping contestants from across the country at the Miss American Coed Pageant. Michaela impressed judges in talent, fun fashion, and photogenic categories, earning a Top 5 overall spot before claiming the national crown. When she’s not on stage, Michaela stays busy as a new member of her school’s cheerleading squad and a softball player w…

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New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units
New $297M Tower Opens In Hudson Valley With Over 100 Affordable Units One of the tallest buildings in Westchester County is now open, bringing nearly 500 new homes — including more than 100 affordable units — to one city’s downtown. A ribbon-cutting for The Leaf, a 26-story, $297 million mixed-income development with 477 apartments located at 12 Church St. in New Rochelle, was held on Wednesday, Sept. 24.  Of those apartments, 119 are reserved for residents earning up to 60 percent of the Area Median Income, according to Governor Kathy Hochul and New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas.  Located near the New…

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‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show ‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show
‘SO Shocked’: Adam Sandler, Kevin James Fuel Up At NY Coffee Shop After Local Show Hollywood buddies Adam Sandler and Kevin James surprised staff and customers at a downtown Albany coffee shop hours after packing MVP Arena for Sandler’s comedy tour. The duo, who performed Tuesday night, Sept. 16, during Sandler’s “You’re My Best Friend Tour,” dropped into Motor Oil Coffee on Wednesday for a pick-me-up. “Star power at Motor Oil Coffee this morning!” the shop wrote on Facebook, alongside a photo of Sandler and James smiling with their cups. “Huge thanks to @adamsandler and Kevin James for revving up their morning with us after an unforgettable show at the MVP Arena! We’re…

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Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows
Hochul Widens Lead On Stefanik As Approval Climbs, New Poll Shows New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s approval numbers are climbing, and she now holds a double-digit lead over Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik in a potential 2026 gubernatorial matchup, new polling shows. Hochul’s favorability rating sits at 45–42 percent — her best showing since January 2024, according to a Siena College poll released Tuesday, Sept. 16. Her job approval ticked up to 54–40 percent, also her strongest in more than a year. Hochul leads Stefanik 52–27 percent statewide, the first time she has cleared 50 percent support in the Siena poll. Among Democrats, 75 percent back Hochul, while S…

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Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley
Hundreds Gather To Remember Charlie Kirk In Hudson Valley Less than a week after his death, hundreds gathered in Orange County on Monday evening, Sept. 15, to honor conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. About 500 people filled the village square in downtown Goshen on Monday to honor the 31-year-old Turning Point USA founder, according to police estimates reported by incident reporter Mark Lieb of Rockland Video Productions.  As the sun set, the crowd held candles in silence and prayer. The event was organized by the Orange County Young Republicans and featured remarks from local Republican State Assemblyman Brian Maher, who addressed …

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Police Activity Prompts Lockout At NY High School (DEVELOPING) Police Activity Prompts Lockout At NY High School (DEVELOPING)
Police Activity Prompts Lockout At NY High School (Developing) A Dutchess County high school was placed on lockout Monday afternoon, Sept. 15, due to nearby police activity, officials said. At around 3:15 p.m. on Monday, Wappingers Central School District Superintendent Dwight Bonk announced that John Jay High School in East Fishkill went into lockout status after law enforcement notified administrators of an ongoing police matter near Interstate 84.  Bonk said the measure was taken “as a safety precaution.” He added that the safety of students and staff was not impacted. The lockout caused delays in dismissal, and all after-school activities at J…

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Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani
Dem LI Congressman Suozzi Refuses To Endorse NYC Mayoral Candidate Mamdani Hours after Gov. Kathy Hochul endorsed Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor, Long Island Congressman Tom Suozzi said he will not follow suit. Suozzi, a Democrat who represents parts of Nassau and Queens, posted his statement on X Monday, Sept. 15. “I will not be endorsing Mamdani,” Suozzi wrote. “While I share his concern about the issue of affordability, I fundamentally disagree with his proposed solutions. Like the voters I represent, I believe socialism has consistently failed to deliver real, sustainable progress.” Suozzi added that he had not discussed Hochul’s decision …

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