White Plains, NY
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Storm With Damaging Wind Gusts Leaves Thousands Without Power In Westchester County Storm With Damaging Wind Gusts Leaves Thousands Without Power In Westchester County Storm With Damaging Wind Gusts Leaves Thousands Without Power In Westchester County
Storm With Damaging Wind Gusts Leaves Thousands Without Power In Westchester County A storm with heavy wind gusts moving through the region has left thousands without power in Westchester County.  Around 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30, Con Edison reported 4,122 customers having outages across the county.  Communities with the largest amount of customers left in the dark include Mamaroneck and Harrison (970), Yonkers (727), North Castle (297), and Mount Kisco (189).  Additionally, New York State Electric & Gas reported 5,359 customers left in the dark in its service area, with the most affected municipalities including North Castle, Pound Ridge, Bedford, and Cross Ri…

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by Ben Crnic
White Plains, NY
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New White Plains Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations' New White Plains Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations' New White Plains Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations'
New White Plains Restaurant Features Array Of 'Flavor Combinations' A taste of Hawaii has arrived in the Hudson Valley. Westchester County eatery Pokémoto, located at 240 Main Street in White Plains, officially opened its doors in October 2022. It marked the company’s 29th location and first in New York, according to the restaurant’s website.  Those who have visited the Aloha State will no doubt recognize poke (pronounced POH-keh) as a native Hawaiian cuisine typically made up of diced fresh fish served over rice and topped with vegetables and sauces. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pokemoto® (…

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by Michael Mashburn
Mount Vernon, NY
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'Safety, Resiliency': $48M Bridge Upgrade Project In Mount Vernon Completed 'Safety, Resiliency': $48M Bridge Upgrade Project In Mount Vernon Completed 'Safety, Resiliency': $48M Bridge Upgrade Project In Mount Vernon Completed
'Safety, Resiliency': $48M Bridge Upgrade Project In Mount Vernon Completed Two major bridge upgrade projects totaling $60.5 million in the Hudson Valley have been successfully completed.  According to an announcement by the New York Department of Transportation on Monday, Nov. 21, the two upgrade projects include:  A $48 million replacement of a bridge in Mount Vernon that carries East Lincoln Avenue over the Hutchinson River Parkway and Hutchinson River;  A $12.5 million project in Orange County that replaced one bridge and rehabilitated three others in Wawayanda that carry Interstate 84 over the Monhagen Creek and McVeigh Road.&nbs…

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
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Yes, Golf Course In Mamaroneck Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules Yes, Golf Course In Mamaroneck Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules Yes, Golf Course In Mamaroneck Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules
Yes, Golf Course In Mamaroneck Can Build 105 Homes On Property, Court Rules A Westchester County country club will once again be able to pursue permits to build 105 residences on its property, thanks to a court ruling.  In a ruling from the New York State Supreme Court from Thursday, Nov. 17, it was determined that the Hampshire Country Club in Mamaroneck can resume a decade-long effort to move forward with the project after it was denied by the village's Planning Board, according to the ruling.  According to the decision, the court found that the Planning Board's denial was illegal and motivated by an already-existing desire for a negative result.  …

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
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Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays
Support Local Businesses: Enjoy Free 2-Hour Parking In Mamaroneck During Holidays One village in Westchester County will allow free two-hour parking in its downtown to encourage visitors to support local businesses during the holidays.  Starting on Wednesday, Nov. 23, parking meters in downtown Mamaroneck on Mamaroneck Avenue will have a festive plastic bag placed over them to prevent visitors from paying for parking, according to a post by village officials.  The free parking will extend until Tuesday, Dec. 27, and will also include multi-space parking machines as well, according to the village.  "Come to the Avenue and Downtown Mamaroneck to shop and su…

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
Obituaries
Former Chief Of Larchmont Fire Department Dies At 55 Former Chief Of Larchmont Fire Department Dies At 55 Former Chief Of Larchmont Fire Department Dies At 55
Former Chief Of Larchmont Fire Department Dies At 55 A man who was once the fire chief of a department in Westchester County has died.  Brian Payne of Larchmont died on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the age of 55, according to his obituary.  Payne, a longtime member of the Larchmont Fire Department from 1989 to 2007, served as Chief from 2001 to 2004, and was also a committed member of the Town of Mamaroneck Fire Department from 2007 until his death, his obituary said. Payne enjoyed the sense of camaraderie that came with volunteering, according to his obituary.  "He loved the sense of community of both departments, and in learni…

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by Ben Crnic
Tarrytown-SleepyHollow, NY
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Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Tarrytown Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Tarrytown Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Tarrytown
Man Found Guilty In Fatal Shooting Of Woman That Caused School Lockdowns In Tarrytown After a four-week trial, a man faces life in prison after being found guilty of fatally shooting a Westchester County woman in an incident that led to school lockdowns.  Earlier Report - New Charges In Woman's Fatal Shooting That Caused School Lockdowns Cynell Brown, age 32, was convicted of the 2018 murder of 34-year-old Jessica Wiltse of Tarrytown on Wednesday, Nov. 16, according to Westchester County District Attorney Miriam Rocah.  On Feb. 27, 2018, around 7:10 a.m., Brown shot Wiltse twice in her chest and arm with a .45 caliber semi-automatic pistol at h…

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
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Mamaroneck Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say Mamaroneck Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say Mamaroneck Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say
Mamaroneck Convenience Store In Trouble For Selling Illegal Marijuana Products, Police Say A convenience store in Westchester County is facing legal trouble for selling "dangerous and illegal products," police said.  The Mamaroneck Convenience Store, located at 311 Mamaroneck Ave., has been summonsed for selling products containing THC and CBD, according to an announcement by Mamaroneck Village Police from Saturday, Nov. 5.  Police began investigating the store after hearing complaints from parents, business owners, and community members that illegal products were being sold to young teenagers, authorities said.  The illegal products sold included:  Marijua…

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by Ben Crnic
Somers, NY
Obituaries
Teacher, Coach, Principal From Somers 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies Teacher, Coach, Principal From Somers 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies Teacher, Coach, Principal From Somers 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies
Teacher, Coach, Principal From Somers 'Known For His Unconditional Kindness' Dies A beloved educator and coach from Northern Westchester known for making a lasting impression on his students has died.  Joseph Troy of Somers died on Thursday, Nov. 3 at the age of 83, according to his obituary.  Born in 1939 in New York City, Troy graduated from St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Barrytown in 1957 and earned his bachelor's degree in Biology at Catholic University in 1962 as well as his master’s degree in Education and Doctoral Studies from New York University, his obituary said.  Troy then continued his career in education at Pleasantville Hi…

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by Ben Crnic
Harrison, NY
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'Keep Up The Good Work': Officer In Harrison Honored For Quickly Catching Burglary Suspect 'Keep Up The Good Work': Officer In Harrison Honored For Quickly Catching Burglary Suspect 'Keep Up The Good Work': Officer In Harrison Honored For Quickly Catching Burglary Suspect
'Keep Up The Good Work': Officer In Harrison Honored For Quickly Catching Burglary Suspect A detective in Westchester County is being recognized as officer of the month in his department for quickly locating a burglary suspect.  Detective Chris Murabito of the Harrison Police Department is being honored for "his quick and thorough investigation" of a burglary at Loupino’s Deli at 86 Calvert St., police announced on Tuesday, Nov. 1.  On Tuesday, Aug. 2, police responded to the deli after a shattered glass door was reported, and found that the restaurant had been burglarized by an unknown suspect who had also stolen money from the cash register, according to police.&…

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
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Mamaroneck Staple Miller's Toys Listed As Historic Business Mamaroneck Staple Miller's Toys Listed As Historic Business Mamaroneck Staple Miller's Toys Listed As Historic Business
Mamaroneck Staple Miller's Toys Listed As Historic Business An iconic store in Westchester County has been recognized for being in business for more than half a century.  Miller's Toys, located in Mamaroneck at 335 Mamaroneck Ave., has been added to New York's Historic Business Preservation Registry, which highlights businesses that have been around for at least 50 years, according to the registry's website.  The toy store has been in its current location since 1958, and primarily sold bicycles until the 1970s when the store started selling "outdoor play equipment" such as trampolines and swing sets, the registry's website says.&…

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by Ben Crnic
Mamaroneck, NY
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Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Mamaroneck Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Mamaroneck Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Mamaroneck
Brand-New Bake Shop Open For Business In Mamaroneck A new Westchester County bake shop specializing in custom cookies has opened its doors to customers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth.  On Saturday, Oct. 29, Steph's Cookie Bakeshop, located in Mamaroneck at 605 East Boston Post Rd. (Route 1), celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting, giveaways, and face painting, according to a post from the store.  The shop sells cookies of all sizes with decorative frosting, and also makes custom cookies with personalized decorations, according to the store's website.  The cookie shop was started by Stephanie Broderick, …

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