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Sterling National Bank

Fairfield, CT
Police & Fire
Fairfield Attorney Stole $7.4M Over Decade During His Time As Banks' Lead Counsel: Feds Fairfield Attorney Stole $7.4M Over Decade During His Time As Banks' Lead Counsel: Feds
Fairfield Attorney Stole $7.4M Over Decade During His Time As Banks' Lead Counsel: Feds A Connecticut man who held powerful positions at several banks, including General Counsel and Executive Vice President, faces up to 30 years in prison for orchestrating a decade-long embezzlement scheme that defrauded his employers of more than $7 million, federal authorities said.  James Blose, 56, waived indictment and pleaded guilty in New Haven federal court to bank fraud and illegal monetary transactions on Friday, Dec. 20, per the US Attorney for Connecticut. His actions, spanning from 2013 to 2023, were uncovered after an extensive investigation by federal authorities, inclu…

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by Josh Lanier
Massapequa, NY
Business
Shake Shack, Just Salad Coming To Oceanside Shake Shack, Just Salad Coming To Oceanside
Shake Shack, Just Salad Coming To Oceanside Two popular casual eateries from different ends of the dining spectrum are opening new locations on Long Island.  Shake Shack, known for its burgers and shakes, will open its fifth Long Island location along with newbie Just Salad at The Sands Shopping Center, at 3535 Long Beach Road in Oceanside in the former Sterling National Bank. Shake Shack plans to open its location in late 2023 and will feature a Shack Track drive-up window, which allows guests who have pre-ordered on the Shack app or web to pick up their orders without leaving the comfort of their cars, said Shake Shack spokeswoman…

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by Kathy Reakes
Massapequa, NY
Police & Fire
Suspects Nabbed For String Of Nassau County Bank Robberies Suspects Nabbed For String Of Nassau County Bank Robberies
Suspects Nabbed For String Of Nassau County Bank Robberies Two men are facing charges for their roles in a rash of armed bank robberies on Long Island following a months-long investigation, police announced. In Nassau County, Freeport resident Curtis Williams, age 35, and Uniondale resident Demetri Miller, age 58, were both charged following an investigation into multiple armed robberies at three bank branches earlier this month. The investigation began in November 2021 after an armed suspect - later identified as Miller - entered the Sterling National Bank on Merrick Road in Merrick and approached a teller demanding money before fleeing with an un…

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by Zak Failla
Brentwood, NY
Police & Fire
Long Island Bank Robber Makes Off With Cash, Eludes Capture Long Island Bank Robber Makes Off With Cash, Eludes Capture
Long Island Bank Robber Makes Off With Cash, Eludes Capture Police on Long Island are asking the public for help locating a suspect who allegedly robbed a Sterling National Bank. The robbery took place around 11 a.m., Monday, Nov. 8 in Merrick said the Nassau County Police. According to detectives, a man entered the Sterling National Bank, located at 2090 Merrick Road, approached a teller, and handed a note demanding money.  The teller surrendered an undisclosed amount of cash and the man fled on foot in an unknown direction.  The suspect is described as being a Black male, approximately 6-feet tall with an average build. Detectives req…

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by Kathy Reakes
Stony Point, NY
Police & Fire
Man Found Dead Outside Bank In Area Man Found Dead Outside Bank In Area
Man Found Dead Outside Bank In Area A man was found dead, slumped in the bushes against the side of a bank in the area. The body was discovered at approximately 5:15 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26 in Ulster County. According to Village of Ellenville Police, police were called when the unconscious and unresponsive man was found outside the Sterling National Bank. CPR was administered by police to the man, identified as 39-year-old John J. Skiff, of Ellenville, then by paramedics from the Ellenville Rescue Squad.  The man was pronounced dead at 5:48 a.m. An autopsy will be performed at Kingston City Hospital to determine t…

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by Christina Coulter
Massapequa, NY
Police & Fire
Man Charged In Bank Robberies On Back-To-Back Days In Hamlet On Long Island Man Charged In Bank Robberies On Back-To-Back Days In Hamlet On Long Island
Man Charged In Bank Robberies On Back-To-Back Days In Hamlet On Long Island A suspect has been charged for allegedly committing a pair of bank robberies in as many days in a hamlet on Long Island. Ismael Colon, 41, of Holtsville is the suspect in robberies early this month in Farmingville. The first bank robbery in Farmingville happened on Sunday, Feb. 2 just after 11:30 a.m. That's when Colon allegedly entered People’s United Bank, inside Stop & Shop, located at 2350 North Ocean Ave. and handed the teller a note demanding cash, Suffolk County Police said. The teller complied and gave him cash from the drawer, according to police. Colon allegedly fl…

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by Joe Lombardi
Massapequa, NY
Police & Fire
Bank Robbed For Second Time In Two Days At This Long Island Hamlet Bank Robbed For Second Time In Two Days At This Long Island Hamlet
Bank Robbed For Second Time In Two Days At This Long Island Hamlet A suspect is on the loose for the second time in as many days following a bank robbery in a Long Island hamlet. The latest bank to be robbed in Farmingville was the Sterling National Bank. It happened on Monday, Feb. 3 at about 10:10 a.m., Suffolk County Police said. A man entered the bank, located at 696 Horseblock Road,  and handed the teller a note demanding cash, Suffolk County Police said. The teller complied with the man’s demand and gave him cash from the drawer. The man fled the bank on foot. The suspect is described as being a light-skinned-Hispanic man, approximately …

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by Joe Lombardi
New City, NY
Lifestyle
Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital
Corks & Forks Event Benefits New Caregiver Program At Good Samaritan Hospital More than 200 guests attended Corks & Forks, a culinary event benefiting Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) on November 17. Proceeds from the event will help Good Samaritan Hospital launch a new Caregiver Program. This innovative service will offer patients’ caregivers – their parents, children, siblings and friends – a helping hand to ease the emotional, physical and logistical demands of caring for someone who is ill or injured. Caregiver Program services will include counseling, respite and referrals to community members th…

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New City, NY
Lifestyle
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000
Good Samaritan Hospital And Sterling National Bank Golf And Tennis Classic Raises $120,000 More than 120 golf and tennis enthusiasts played for a purpose during the 30th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic on September 16. Approximately $120,000 was raised through the event, which was held at the Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, New York. Proceeds from the Golf and Tennis Classic will support enhancements in facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth). In addition to an 18-hole golf shamble and round robin tennis tournament, the fundraiser …

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
Five Long Island Fireworks Spectaculars On July 4th That Will Be A Blast Five Long Island Fireworks Spectaculars On July 4th That Will Be A Blast
Five Long Island Fireworks Spectaculars On July 4th That Will Be A Blast July 4th is a blast at any of the dozens of fireworks on Long Island. Here are five spectacular shows you won't want to miss. Sterling National Bank July 4th Fireworks at Jones Beach State Park, 1 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh: On Thursday, July 4 fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. at Central Mall though spectators are urged to arrive hours before. George Gorman, deputy regional director of New York State Parks for the Long Island Region, advised revelers to arrive early in order to avoid long lines entering the beach. Traffic should spike around 6 p.m. State police will divert traffic away from Jones …

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by Donna Christopher
Massapequa, NY
Lifestyle
These Are Fireworks Spectaculars On Long Island You Won't Want To Miss These Are Fireworks Spectaculars On Long Island You Won't Want To Miss
These Are Fireworks Spectaculars On Long Island You Won't Want To Miss Click here for an updated story: Here Are Five July 4th Fireworks Spectaculars On Long Island You Won't Want To Miss There are dozens of fireworks shows to attend on Long Island. But these five have proven to be spectacular, year after year. Here's your guide to fireworks displays on Long Island. TD Bank Celebrate America Fireworks and Show at Eisenhower Park, 1899 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow: The event on Saturday, June 29 (rain date is Sunday, June 30) runs 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theater, with fireworks starting at 9:30 p.m. Doors will open 5:3…

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by Donna Christopher
New City, NY
Events
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event More than 200 healthcare providers and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital attended Good Samaritan Hospital’s Brunched by Corks & Forks fundraiser on November 18 in Suffern. Through the sold out event, over $80,000 was raised to support advances in facilities, equipment, technology, talent and programs at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Six of the region’s most distinguished chefs donated their talent and time to offer guests unique and delicious brunch dishes. The featured chefs were Didier Dumas of Didier Dumas Patisserie in Nyack, N…

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Poughkeepsie, NY
Neighbors
HRHCare Raises Funds To Bring Health Care To New Yorkers In Need At Annual Cornucopia Benefit HRHCare Raises Funds To Bring Health Care To New Yorkers In Need At Annual Cornucopia Benefit
Hrhcare Raises Funds To Bring Health Care To New Yorkers In Need At Annual Cornucopia Benefit Hudson River Health Care (HRHCare), one of largest federally qualified health center networks in the country, hosted its 14th annual Cornucopia Benefit on Saturday, October 20. Held at The Hudson Loft in Irvington, New York, the event raised $350,000 to support the comprehensive primary and preventive health services that HRHCare provides to people in need throughout the Hudson Valley and Long Island. HRHCare currently serves over 185,000 New Yorkers, providing care they would otherwise be unable to access. Guests also had the opportunity to contribute to HRHCare’s Children’s Health Fund. Th…

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Content Partner: HRHCare Community Health
Harrison, NY
Real Estate
Construction To Start On Complex With 36 Luxury Apartments In Harrison Construction To Start On Complex With 36 Luxury Apartments In Harrison
Construction To Start On Complex With 36 Luxury Apartments In Harrison A defunct movie theater in Westchester will soon be revitalized by three dozen luxury apartments, a cafe and several refurbished stores. Developers have broken ground at the Harrison Playhouse Lofts in downtown Harrison, which is an adaptive reuse of the old Harrison movie theater that has been closed for over a dozen years.  The project is a mixed-use, transit-oriented development that will add 36 luxury rental units as well as a new street-level café on Purdy Street and refurbished stores on Harrison Avenue.   Officials said the project was designed by Stephen Tilly Architects, who are “…

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by Zak Failla
Monroe, NY
Lifestyle
Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital
Warwick Health Foundation’s Golf Classic Raises Funds For St. Anthony Community Hospital Orange County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Through the St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic, $45,000 were raised to benefit ongoing advances in healthcare on the Warwick Health Campus, which includes St. Anthony Community Hospital, Mount Alverno Center and Schervier Pavilion, members of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. At the 29th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital an…

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Content Partner: St. Anthony Community Hospital
Newburgh, NY
Lifestyle
Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing
Bon Secours Community Hospital Foundation Raises Funds At Annual Golf Outing Orange County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. The Bon Secours Community Hospital’s annual golf outing, which was held at High Point Golf Club in Montague, N.J., raised $43,000 to support ongoing investments at the hospital. Through the St. Anthony Community Hospital’s Annual Golf & Tennis Classic, $45,000 were raised to benefit ongoing advances in healthcare on the Warwick Health Campus, which includes St…

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Content Partner: Bon Secours Community Hospital
New City, NY
Lifestyle
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings
Area Golfers, Tennis Players Play For A Purpose At Charity Outings Rockland County residents served, drove and putted for a cause last month, raising $228,000 across three golf and tennis events to support Bon Secours Charity Health System, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. At the 29th Annual Good Samaritan Hospital and Sterling National Bank Golf and Tennis Classic, held at Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, $140,000 were raised to support the expansion and enhancement of facilities, equipment, technology and services at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Through the St. Anthony Community …

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Content Partner: Good Samaritan Hospital
Rivertowns, NY
Police & Fire
Suspect Caught After String Of Break-Ins Of Hastings, Yonkers Businesses Suspect Caught After String Of Break-Ins Of Hastings, Yonkers Businesses
Suspect Caught After String Of Break-Ins Of Hastings, Yonkers Businesses Police nabbed a 28-year-old Westchester man wanted for a string of break-ins of Hastings and Yonkers businesses following a long investigation. Tavin Dennis of Yonkers was arrested Wednesday, following an intense investigation into all of the crimes that are believed to have taken place on Oct. 11, 2017, between midnight and 5 a.m., said Lt. David Dosin of the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department. Police first became aware of the incident around 7 a.m. Oct. 11, after receiving a call from the owner of the Hastings Center Restaurant, at 540 Warburton Avenue reporting his business had been en…

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by Kathy Reakes