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'Drop Off At Drive-In' In Dutchess For Earth Day DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Dutchess residents have a chance to help celebrate Earth Day on Saturday and get rid of all of those things no one ever seems to know what to do with -- you know -- old phones, computers, medicines, and more, during a special event. "Drop Off at the Drive-In," held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Hyde Park Drive-In, will include a variety of kids activities, as well as a chance to learn how to help keep the planet healthy. “We are committed to protecting our natural resources and preserving our environment today and for future generations. Each of us can ma…

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Neighbors

Rockland Recognizes 'King Of Trash' ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- He might not look like a king, but Suffern resident John LaPlaca is known as the "King of Trash," around Rockland County for helping to keep the county clean.LaPlaca has picked up more than 1,000 bags of trash from the county's roads, streams, and parks every year for the past 19 years. To honor him for his efforts, Rockland County Executive Ed Day named LaPlaca the "Outstanding Environmental Volunteer for 2017" during a special ceremony on Thursday. In addition to a plaque, a tree was planted in his honor at Kennedy-Dells County Park.

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Police & Fire

Dog Attack On Hudson Valley 3-Year-Old Sparks Outrage A 3-year-old boy was attacked by a pit bull on Thursday in Rockland County, biting the child in the face and neck areas, according to the Spring Valley Police.A graphic video and photo of the incident have sparked a strong response on social media. When Spring Valley Police arrived on scene at North Cole Avene around 6 p.m., the child was being attended to by an Hatzolah ambulance crew and there was no sign of the dog, said Chief Paul Modica. An investigation revealed that the dog owner’s child had opened a door and inadvertently let the family dog outside. The dog ran out, then chased and…

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Police & Fire

Rash Of Thefts From Vehicles, Stolen Cars Reported In New Castle NEW CASTLE, N.Y. --- It seems like the police are announcing another rash of car burglaries or thefts every day. It's no different in New Castle, where police report four cars have been stolen since the beginning of the year and dozens have been burglarized. "New Castle residents don't live in a bubble," Det. Sgt. Estuardo Tazmino said. "We have the same problems that other towns and cities are having." That includes residents who continually leave their vehicles unlocked with valuables inside, making them prime targets for thieves, he said. All four of the vehicles …

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Politics

Don't Be Alarmed, Peekskill Residents: Police Holding Drills In City PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Peekskill residents should not be alarmed if they see an increase in police activity throughout the city Friday morning, several police agencies will be conducting training drills.Multiple agencies, including the Peekskill Police, the New York State Police, the Westchester County Sheriff's Office and others will be visible and in action during the drill. Again, there is no cause for alarm, it's only a drill.

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Traffic

Roads Closed In Spring Valley For Milling Work SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. -- Motorists should be aware that the Spring Valley Highway Department has closed South Central Avenue and a section of another road Friday for milling work.Drivers can expect the road to be closed from Route 59 to East Castle Avenue until 4 p.m. The closure started at 7 a.m. In addition, the west section of Pipertown Road from Hyenga Way to South Central Avenue will also be closed. Detour signs will direct drivers to alternate routes. If possible, avoid the area.

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Police & Fire

Man Caught With Crystal Meth, Methadone In Ramapo Parking Lot Stop RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Ramapo police nabbed a Georgia man on Monday for possession of crystal meth after an officer checked out a car sitting in a hotel parking lot, according to Ramapo police. The unidentified 35-year-old Cartersville, Georgia man was apprehended after a Ramapo officer, who was investigating a suspicious occupied car in a hotel parking lot, walked up to the vehicle and observed a woman under a blanket and a male with an open liquor bottle, police said. Upon further inquiries, the man admitted having methadone and a crystal meth pipe in the vehicle. A search of the car uncovered …

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Lifestyle

Ramapo Offers Free Mulch For Homeowners RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Now that's it's spring, it's time to get those garden and beds ready for April flowers. To help, the Town of Ramapo is offering free untreated leaf mulch to homeowners, beginning Friday, April 21, in the afternoon, town officials said. Residents may pick up as much as they need but will need to bring their own containers and bags. Commercial and private landscapers are not eligible to participate. The mulch can be picked up at the Spook Rock Swimming Pool parking lot, Spook Rock Road, Suffern. The mulch will be available from 8 a.m. to dusk each day after Friday's kick-off…

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Lifestyle

Four Rivertowns Rank High Among Best NY Suburbs To Live A total of 27 municipalities from throughout the Hudson Valley ranked high on a newly released survey by Niche.com that lists the 100 best suburbs to live in the country based on crime, public schools, cost of living, job opportunities, and local amenities. Twenty-two of the 27 locales are in Westchester. Here's a look at the locations that ranked in the Top 100: No. 4 - Ardsley (Greenburgh): Ardsley is a small town, close to NYC (only 25 minutes by train) and a great place to raise children. In addition to low violent crime numbers, it features many small shops and restaurants. No. 6 - B…

by K Reakes

04/21/2017

Obituaries

Kathleen Wooster Elmblad, 65, Harrison Native WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Kathleen Wooster Elmblad, 65, died Sunday, April 16 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colo., with her family and close friends at her bedside. Elmblad was born on Nov. 7, 1951, to the late Robert B. Wooster and Kathleen C. Spence. She was raised in Harrison and attended the Rye Country Day School. A highlight of Elmblad's youth was attending the 1965 Beatles' concert at Shea Stadium. Attending this concert exemplified a love for music that spanned and influenced her entire life, from the Beatles to supporting the local KAFM station in Grand Junction. …

by K Reakes

04/20/2017

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