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1 Kilo Of Cocaine, 365 Grams Of Meth Seized On Route 17 In Hudson Valley, 2 Charged: NYSP 1 Kilo Of Cocaine, 365 Grams Of Meth Seized On Route 17 In Hudson Valley, 2 Charged: NYSP 1 Kilo Of Cocaine, 365 Grams Of Meth Seized On Route 17 In Hudson Valley, 2 Charged: NYSP
1 Kilo Of Cocaine, 365 Grams Of Meth Seized On Route 17 In Hudson Valley, 2 Charged: Nysp A traffic stop on Route 17 in Sullivan County led to the seizure of about a kilogram of cocaine and hundreds of grams of methamphetamine — and two arrests, police said.  Elmira residents Joseph T. Myers, 27, and Lakeem S. McFadden, 43, were arrested following a traffic stop in Mamakating on Sunday, Oct. 4, New York State Police announced on Monday, Oct. 5. The events leading to their arrests began at around 6:45 p.m., when troopers said they saw a 2025 Nissan Sentra traveling west on Route 17 while committing several traffic violations. Police stopped the Nissan and identified My…

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Westchester Swimmer Makes It Across English Channel — And Raises $20K To Protect LI Sound Westchester Swimmer Makes It Across English Channel — And Raises $20K To Protect LI Sound Westchester Swimmer Makes It Across English Channel — And Raises $20K To Protect LI Sound
Westchester Swimmer Makes It Across English Channel — And Raises $20K To Protect LI Sound After more than 14 hours battling cold water, difficult conditions and even aggressive jellyfish, a Westchester County, NY man has completed a solo swim across the English Channel — all while raising money to protect the waters where he trained.   Port Chester resident Drew Nemetz, 44, completed the roughly 21-mile crossing on Saturday, Oct. 3, swimming from near Samphire Hoe on England's southeast coast to Cap Blanc-Nez, France, according to Larchmont-based environmental nonprofit Save the Sound.  Nemetz finished the crossing in 14 hours and 16 minutes, becoming the 92nd swi…
Drunk Man Caught Parked On I-684 Shoulder With 14-Year-Old In Car In Westchester: NYSP Drunk Man Caught Parked On I-684 Shoulder With 14-Year-Old In Car In Westchester: NYSP Drunk Man Caught Parked On I-684 Shoulder With 14-Year-Old In Car In Westchester: NYSP
Drunk Man Caught Parked On I-684 Shoulder With 14-Year-Old In Car In Westchester: Nysp A man faces a felony charge after police said they found him intoxicated with a 14-year-old child inside a vehicle parked along I-684 in Westchester County.  Port Chester resident Hector Villa, 49, was arrested following a welfare check in North Salem early Sunday morning, Oct. 4, New York State Police announced on Monday, Oct. 5. At around 3:40 a.m. on Sunday, troopers checked on a vehicle parked on the shoulder of I-684. During the encounter, Villa, who police identified as the driver, showed signs of intoxication, according to the agency. Troopers then administered field sobri…
Officers Injured By Man Who Threatened To Shoot Police In Hudson Valley: Cops Officers Injured By Man Who Threatened To Shoot Police In Hudson Valley: Cops Officers Injured By Man Who Threatened To Shoot Police In Hudson Valley: Cops
Officers Injured By Man Who Threatened To Shoot Police In Hudson Valley: Cops Two officers were injured while arresting a man who threatened to shoot police before fleeing an Orange County home, authorities said.  Cornwall resident Joseph Keegan, 35, was arrested following the incident near Main Street and Willow Avenue on Thursday, Oct. 1, the Town of Cornwall Police Department announced.  The incident began at around 9 p.m., when officers responded to the area for a complaint. During their investigation, officers encountered Keegan, who they said became confrontational and threatened them, including making threats to shoot officers at the scene, poli…
Staff Member Accused Of Taking Photos During Gym Class At Westchester School Staff Member Accused Of Taking Photos During Gym Class At Westchester School Staff Member Accused Of Taking Photos During Gym Class At Westchester School
Staff Member Accused Of Taking Photos During Gym Class At Westchester School A staff member at a Westchester County school is under investigation after students reported they were taking photographs during gym class, district officials said. The investigation involves Paideia School 15 at 175 Westchester Ave. and dates back to Friday, Sept. 25, a Yonkers Public Schools official told Daily Voice.  Several middle school students approached the principal that day and reported seeing a staff member with a phone out during gym class, the district said, adding that the students believed the staff member was taking photographs and told the principal the situation made…

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NY Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking NY Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking NY Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking
NY Retirement Costs Revealed In New Nationwide Ranking Retirees in several Northeast states face some of the highest costs in the country, according to a new study. Retirement Living released its 2026 list of the most affordable states to retire, comparing all 50 states based on housing costs, everyday expenses, and tax-friendliness. The study looked at median rent for a one-bedroom home, median home sale prices, grocery spending, gas prices, and average Medicare Advantage premiums. Researchers also considered whether states tax Social Security benefits, along with income and property tax rates. "Affordability plays a major role in retire…

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Three Amish Measles Victims ID’d; Here's Why They Weren’t Vaccinated Three Amish Measles Victims ID’d; Here's Why They Weren’t Vaccinated Three Amish Measles Victims ID’d; Here's Why They Weren’t Vaccinated
Three Amish Measles Victims ID’d; Here's Why They Weren’t Vaccinated Three Amish Lancaster County residents who died during Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak have been identified, and none was unvaccinated because of their religious beliefs. The victims — Ivan S. Miller, Mary S. Stoltzfus, and Katie L. Lapp — were two infants too young to receive the measles vaccine and a 20-year-old woman whose leukemia treatment left her unable to get it. Their obituaries were published by Shivery Family Funeral Homes. Lapp was the unvaccinated Lancaster County resident whose death was announced by the Pennsylvania Department of Health on Wednesday, Sept. 30, as the state’s…

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New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check Your freezer may hold products covered by an expanding food recall, giving shoppers another reason to check before taking a bite. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., based in San Carlos, Chile, has expanded its recall of frozen organic berries over potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The expansion covers additional lots of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend and Organic Blueberries, both in 10-ounce packages, plus one lot of Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend in 12-ounce packages. The affected Great Value products …

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New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check
New Frozen Food Recall: What Shoppers Should Check Your freezer may hold products covered by an expanding food recall, giving shoppers another reason to check before taking a bite. Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., based in San Carlos, Chile, has expanded its recall of frozen organic berries over potential E. coli O145:H28 contamination, according to the company announcement posted on the FDA website. The expansion covers additional lots of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend and Organic Blueberries, both in 10-ounce packages, plus one lot of Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend in 12-ounce packages. The affected Great Value products …

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NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart
NY Ranks No. 1 Among Nation's Highest-Taxed States: See Chart New rankings reveal the nation’s highest-taxing states, with a sizable gap separating the leader from the pack. New York and its local governments collected more taxes per person than any other state, according to the Citizens Budget Commission’s “Top of the Charts 4” analysis. They also ranked second in spending per person, behind Alaska. The report uses fiscal year 2024 data, the latest available, to compare combined state and local finances. New York’s tax collections per person exceeded the national average by 71 percent and California, in second place, by 22 percent. The top 10 states…