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Monday, September 30, 2013

Carole Feuerman: The Golden Mean opens at Mana Contemporary

... sculpture to stand upside down on 6-inch wrists. The Golden Mean debuted in the fall of 2012 on the riverfront in Peekskill, NY as part of an installation for the Hudson Valley Center for Contemporary Art. Further depicting a desire for balance and ...

http://artdaily.com/news/65334/Carole-Feuerman--The-Golden-Mean-opens-at-Mana-Contemporary

Choosing Health Exchange Plans Starts Oct. 1

... Web site . There are locations throughout the county where you can meet with a "health navigator"-there are two in Peekskill-or you can speak to someone over the phone. Coverage purchased through the exchanges begins Jan 1. That's when the ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/choosing-health-exchange-plans-starts-oct-1_6a1967a5

Took Great Photos This Weekend? Share Them Here

... upload a photo. Click the "Blogs" tab near the top of the homepage and then locate the Snapshots - Cortlandt and Peekskill blog in the left-hand column. Click on it. Give your post a headline, use the body of the story to tell us a little about ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/took-great-photos-this-weekend-share-them-here_c8242093

Richard Michael Syracuse, 91, Built Condominium Townhouses In Peekskill

... apartments in New York and New Jersey, including the first condominium in New York State at Hillcrest Park in Peekskill, NY. Syracuse was a past president of the Westchester Home Builders Association as well as the Builders Institute of Westchester ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/richard-michael-syracuse-91-new-rochelle-wwii-veteran

Ida G. Giammetto, 88, Of Croton-on-Hudson

... in New York City, to Carmelo and Angelina (Tortorici) Mastropolo. She worked as a seamstress for Nan Flower in Peekskill retiring in 1983. She was a member in many senior citizen groups; the Verplanck Seniors, Nor-Cort Seniors, Cortlandt Seniors and ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/ida-g-giammetto-88-croton-hudson

15 drove drunk or drugged, troopers say

... with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated about 2 a.m. Sunday on Route 6 in Cortlandt. Emily R. Denham. 29, of Peekskill was charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated about 1:45 a.m. Sunday on East Main Street in Cortlandt. Samantha M. ...

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Cops: 2 out of 14 Stores Sell Alcohol to Teen

... Wines and Spirits, a 64-year-old Croton-on-Hudson woman, and the clerk at Lou's Corner Store, a 39-year-old Peekskill woman, sold alcohol to the 19-year-old. Each is facing a misdemeanor charge of prohibited sale of alcohol to a person under the age ...

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cops-2-out-of-14-stores-sell-alcohol-to-teen

Saturday, September 28, 2013

Saturday's stars of the day

Suffern, Panas, Albertus lead the way at Clarkstown tourney

... of the rest: Morgan Beechumhad eight kills and nine digs and Brianna Johnson had 17 sets and nine service aces in Peekskill's 25-12, 17-25, 25-23. 25-19 win over Putnam Valley. ... Marianna Zapata had five kills and three sets to lead Masters to a ...

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Peekskill Democrats: Deceit and Thuggery Caught on Tape

These attacks on us have been carried out for three years by the Peekskill Democrats as we struggle against their plans to gentrify.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/09/28/1242056/-Peekskill-Democrats-Deceit-and-Thuggery-Caught-on-Tape-NEW-VIDEO

Peekskill City Showcase Reveals a Wealth of Opportunities

For the 100 real estate professionals, investors, developers, site selectors, bankers and lawyers who may not have known about the wealth of development opportunities in Peekskill, the BLUEPRINT for Westchester's Peekskill City Showcase was a real-eye opener.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/city-of-peekskill/p/peekskill-city-showcase-reveals-a-wealth-of-opportunities

State Attorney General Sues Peekskill Heating Company

... Eric T. Schneiderman's lawsuit charges that the company did not deliver product or services paid for by consumers. PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- New York State Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced Friday that he has filed a lawsuit against Nu Way ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/state-attorney-general-sues-peekskill-heating-company

Friday, September 27, 2013

Girls soccer: Lakeland's Michaela Ferguson scores twice in 2-1 win over Putnam Valley; more results

... visiting John Jay-East Fishkill. ... Bailey McCollum had four goals for Haldane in its 7-0 rout against visiting Peekskill. ... Hannah Dunn had 12 saves for Greeley in its 2-0 win at Byram Hills. ... Carly Fanelli had two goals for Fox Lane in its ...

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Independence line won by 5 GOP county board candidates

... Here are unofficial results from the county Board of Elections (a star indicates an incumbent): * District 1 (Peekskill, Buchanan, Yorktown): Duane Jackson, D, 113; John Testa*, R, 127 * District 2 (northeast Westchester): Peter Harckham*, D, ...

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Peekskill dustup: New videos show meeting gone wild

... away a video camera from another woman and told her to "Go away." The woman with the camera, a member of the Peekskill Committee for Justice, a civil rights group, responded, "Don't touch me...Don't touch me again." The confrontation occurred as ...

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Legal Notice: For Alison Cooke of Peekskill

Peek House , 200 N. Water Street, Peekskill, NY, that a dissolution of marriage matter, with a return date of October 15, 2013, has been filed at the Connecticut Superior Court at 146 White St., Danbury, CT 06810.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/business/legal-notice-alison-cooke-peekskill

For sale: Small house overlooking The Big House

... house for the Sing Sing Correctional Facility and it looks down on the riverfront prison. On Oct. 17 at the Peekskill Armory, the state Office of General Services is holding a public auction of the single-family home that sits on nearly an acre of ...

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Two Establishments Charged In Cortlandt, Yorktown Underage Drinking Detail

... of 21. They are to appear in the Town of Cortlandt Court on Friday, Oct. 4. Patricia K. Hernandez-Culajay, 39, of Peekskill and Lou's Corner Store were also both charged with being in violation of the ABC Law 65C Prohibited Sale of Alcohol to a ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/two-establishments-charged-cortlandt-yorktown-underage-drinking-detail

Nu Way Fuel of Peekskill Faces Fraud Lawsuit by Attorney General

Peekskill-based Nu Way Fuel, a heating oil company, is being sued by Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman for defrauding more than 70 customers- including area residents -for more than $80,000.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/westchesters-nu-way-fuel-faces-fraud-lawsuit-from-attorney-general-peekskill

Westchester's Nu Way Fuel Faces Fraud Lawsuit by Attorney General

Peekskill-based Nu Way Fuel, a heating oil company, is being sued by Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman for defrauding more than 70 customers - i ncluding Yorktown and Somers residents , for more than $80,000.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/westchesters-nu-way-fuel-faces-fraud-lawsuit-from-attorney-general

Cortlandt Troopers: Clerks at 2 Local Stores Sold Alcohol to Teen

... Wines and Spirits, a 64-year-old Croton-on-Hudson woman, and the clerk at Lou's Corner Store, a 39-year-old Peekskill woman, sold alcohol to the 19-year-old. Each is facing a misdemeanor charge of prohibited sale of alcohol to a person under the age ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cortlandt-troopers-clerks-at-2-local-stores-sold-alcohol-to-teen

Richard Kasten, 66, Of Peekskill, Marine Corps Veteran

... the City of White Plains, retiring after 36 years of service. Kasten is survived by his wife, MarySue Kasten of Peekskill; brother, Thomas (Rosemary) Kasten of Yonkers; a godson; aunt, Lucy (Tom) Adamo of Scarsdale; numerous nieces, nephews; and ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/richard-kasten-66-peekskill-marine-corps-veteran

Vincenza Continelli, 93, Of Cortlandt Manor

Continelli was born May 27, 1920, in Peekskill, to Nicholas and Lucia Rubustello.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/vincenza-continelli-93-cortlandt-manor

What To Do In Peekskill This Weekend

Here's a look at some events happening around Peekskill this week-end. For more listings, visit our Events calendar .

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-peekskill-weekend-11

State Supreme Court Dismisses Peekskill Petition Challenge

The New York State Supreme Court recently upheld a decision to dismiss a claim in Peekskill that sought to reject the petitions obtained from County Legislator John Testa for the Republican and Independence parties.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/state-supreme-court-dismisses-peekskill-petition-challenge

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Cops: Crash Leads to Felony for Peekskill Man with License Suspensions

A 26-year-old Peekskill man who was injured when the motorcycle he was driving collided with a vehicle had multiple suspensions on his license, police say.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cops-crash-leads-to-felony-for-peekskill-man-with-license-suspensions

Tax Watch: Yonkers fixes slipshod tax collection

... the sale of their real estate. Once 3 percent, the tax dipped to 1 percent before rising to 1.5 percent in 2005. Peekskill and Mount Vernon are the only other municipalities in the Lower Hudson Valley with a transfer tax. Both cities charge 1 ...

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Open Houses in Cortlandt and Peekskill Sept. 28-29

To help you look, we'll use this space to bring you the most updated list of open houses nearby. Remember: It's not all about granite and stainless. (Or is it?) And no, we don't know why people carpet their bathrooms.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/open-houses-in-cortlandt-and-peekskill-sept-2829

Peekskill Appoints McKenzie To Replace Bennett Jr. On Council

The City of Peekskill appointed Vivian McKenzie to sit on the council to fill the spot left open when Donald Bennett Jr. resigned in September.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-appoints-mckenzie-replace-bennett-jr-council

3 Things in Cortlandt, Peekskill You Might Want to Check Out This Weekend

There are tons of ways to keep busy around Cortlandt and Peekskill this weekend, and we're here to help you decide which happenings are for you.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/3-things-in-cortlandt-peekskill-you-might-want-to-check-out-this-weekend

City of Peekskill Open for Business

... director of planning, and Mayor Mary Foster, led people on the bus tour. Welty said North Division St. in downtown Peekskill has become a Restaurant Row, with restaurants like Division Street Grill thriving in the area. "It's become a wonderful ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/city-peekskill-open-business

Yorktown, Peekskill Independent Primaries Caught Up In Court

Several local races in Yorktown and Peekskill in the Independence Primary Election won't be decided until courts have evaluated every vote, according to The Examiner News .

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/politics/yorktown-peekskill-independent-primaries-caught-court

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Editorial: Bad behavior isn't reason to restrict public comment

... exchanges as pretext to limit public access. The latest episode of "public meetings gone wild" played out in Peekskill, during Monday's Common Council meeting. During the public comment period, a speaker at the podium took a verbal swipe at an ...

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Business news in brief

... hematology/oncology, endocrinology, obstetrical and gynecology, orthopedic, and radiology services. PEEKSKILL - The Westchester County Association's BLUEPRINT project promoted Peekskill on Wednesday as part of its city showcase campaign. BLUEPRINT ...

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Peekskill Mayor Issues Statement on Ruckus at Common Council Meeting

City of Peekskill officials have decided to sanction the people involved in the heated argument that took place during Monday's common council meeting.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/peekskill-mayor-issues-statement-on-ruckus-at-common-council-meeting

Sansotta Brothers II Opens; Changes at Jefferson Valley Mall

Read more about the local businesses here . 2) Interested in learning the Brazilian martial art of Capoeira? There's a class in Peekskill tonight .

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/sansotta-brothers-ii-opens-changes-at-jefferson-valley-mall

Mohegan Lake's Sansone Rides at Peekskill Rotary Horse Show

Mohegan Lake's 14-year-old Gabrielle Sansone participated in The Peekskill Rotary Club's Horse Show over the weekend where she earned ribbons and a Western Halter prize for first, second and two fourth places in the classes she competed in.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/mohegan-lakes-sansone-rides-horse-opal-at-peekskill-rotary-horse-show

Westchester Requests Operation Of Bee-Line Bus System

... the 56 routes that Liberty Lines currently operates and the three routes currently operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area, the release said. The deadline to submit a RFP is Nov. 22. The county said it plans to award a bid by the end of this year. ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/westchester-requests-operation-bee-line-bus-system

Peekskill Approves Section 8 Housing Plan

The federally funded program was created to assist lower-income individuals and families in obtaining safe and decent housing, enabling these households to live and work within Peekskill.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-approves-section-8-housing-plan

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Peekskill's Nu Way Fuel faces A.G. fraud lawsuit

Nu Way Fuel and Service Corp. of Peekskill has been sued by the New York attorney general, accused of defrauding more than 70 consumers.

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State sues NY fuel-oil company for non-delivery

... after taking customers' pre-payments. Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced Tuesday a lawsuit against the Peekskill-based Nu Way oil company and its father-and-son managers. A call to Nu Way was answered by a man who said he would try to find ...

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Peekskill council dustup latest episode of 'When public meetings go bad'

An angry exchange that led police to escort two people out of a Peekskill Common Council meeting Monday night was a rare spectacle, but certainly not the first time tensions at a public meeting have boiled over into shouting matches, profanity-laced outbursts, even threats of violence.

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Alzheimer's Event in Cortlandt; Sunny and 70

1) The Field Library (4 Nelson Avenue) in Peekskill will host an interactive story time session this morning for youngsters ages 3, 4 and 5. 2) If you're interested in learning how to manage and/or prevent Alzheimer's, head over to the Muriel H. ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/alzheimers-event-in-cortlandt-sunny-and-70

Peekskill's Union Avenue No Longer A One-Way Street

Union Avenue in Peekskill between Second Street and South Street will no longer be a one-way road during school hours, according to Peekskill Corporation Council release.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskills-union-avenue-no-longer-one-way-street

Monday, September 23, 2013

Police Charge Peekskill Man with DWI

A 43-year-old Peekskill man is accused of getting behind the wheel with a blood-alcohol level more than twice the legal limit.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-charge-peekskill-man-with-dwi

NY: Westchester Solicits Proposals for Operation of Bee-Line...

... areas: the 56 routes currently operated by Liberty Lines and the three routes currently operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area. Responses are due Nov. 22, with expectation the awards will be made by the end of the year. "Our Bee-Line bus system is ...

http://www.masstransitmag.com/press_release/11175789/ny-westchester-solicits-proposals-for-operation-of-bee-line-buses

40 drove drunk or drugged, cops say

... while intoxicated about 4:30 a.m. Sunday on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Yonkers. Sergey Capozzelli, 23, of Peekskill was charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated about 3 a.m. Sunday on Albany Post Road in Cortlandt. Alessia E. Dilworth, ...

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What To Do In Peekskill This Week

... and watch an Anime, discuss future plans for the club, and enjoy snacks. Free. The Field Library, 4 Nelson Avenue, Peekskill. Try a Cartooning Workshop: 4:30 p.m. In this course, students will draw their favorite characters while learning and apply ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-peekskill-week-13

Appointment to Peekskill Common Council; Board of Education Meetings

... lows will likely range from 39 to 51 degrees. -- On the agenda for tonight's committee of the whole meeting in Peekskill: the inaugural stick ball tournament, the senior citizen nutrition program and more. Afterward at the common council meeting, ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/appointment-to-peekskill-common-council-board-of-education-meetings

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Saturday, September 21, 2013

Open Houses In Peekskill This Weekend

Assemblywoman Sandy Galef is set to host a forum on constitutional amendments and citizens' rights in Cortlandt Manor this October. PEEKSKILL, N.Y.-- Peekskill Reads is looking for books appropriate for children 12 years or younger for its 13th annual book drive through Oct. 25.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/open-houses-peekskill-weekend-13

Peekskill Rotary Horse Show to Draw Thousands

Organizers expect at least 5,000 people to attend this weekend's horse show, the 43rd annual event of its kind. The Peekskill Rotary Club expects to raise between $40,000 and $50,000. The money will be given back to the community and to humanitarian ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/peekskill-rotary-horse-show-to-draw-thousands

Peekskill Begins Annual Book Drive

Peekskill Reads is looking for books appropriate for children 12 years or younger for its 13th annual book drive through Oct. 25. The books will be given to children, at no cost, during an open, public event called "Men Who Read to Children," which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Field Children's Library in Peekskill.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-begins-annual-book-drive

Friday, September 20, 2013

Volleyball: Madison Strippoli makes immediate impact in Ossining win over Eastchester; more results

... ad nine kills in Yorktown's 25-11, 25-10, 25-18 sweep at Beacon. ... Brianna Johnson had 11 aces and 29 assists in Peekskill's 21-25, 25-25, 20-25, 25-22, 25-23 loss against Pawling.

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Peekskill settles with guidance couselors in transcript fraud case; keeps 1 on staff

The Peekskill school district has settled with three of four guidance counselors who were accused of handing out credits to students for phony courses, The Journal News has learned.

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PHOTOS: Peekskill Rotarians Prep for Horse Show

Dozens of community members came out Thursday morning to set up for this weekend's horse show , the Peekskill Rotary Club's annual event that draws thousands from around the area.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/photos-peekskill-rotarians-prep-for-horse-show

Republicans Backing Peekskill School Psychologist for Bennett's Seat

Republicans are endorsing Leslie Detres, a school psychologist in the Peekskill City School District, for the Peekskill Common Council seat left vacant by Don Bennett, who announced his resignation last month .

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/republicans-backing-peekskill-school-psychologist-for-bennetts-seat

What To Do Around Peekskill This Weekend

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Here's a look at some events happening around Peekskill this weekend.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-peekskill-weekend-9

The Paramount In Peekskill Hosts Night Of Doo Wop

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. The Paramount Theater in Peekskill will host an evening of doo wop music beginning at 8 p.m. Sept.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/paramount-peekskill-hosts-night-doo-wop

Ossining Gears Up For Harborfest

... is being done in conjunction with a state program called Hudson Rising. Similar Harborfests were done for Peekskill, Kingston and Beacon. Ossining is expected to have the most attended Harforbest. The village will also be showcasing its bicentennial ...

http://poundridge.dailyvoice.com/news/ossining-gears-harborfest

Peekskill Republicans Nominate Detres

Peekskill Republican District Leaders unanimously endorsed Leslie Detres to run for the City Council seat that became vacant with the recent resignation of Councilman Don Bennett.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-republicans-nominate-detres

City Of Peekskill Hosts Gun Buyback Event

The City of Peekskill will give residents a chance to turn in unwanted, legal or illegal firearms at a no-questions-asked gun buyback event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/city-peekskill-hosts-gun-buyback-event

Tax Watch: Peekskill has a costly vendetta, builder says

Peekskill contractor Dave Furfaro thought his ragged relationship with the City of Peekskill was on the mend in 2012 when his company was not only the low bidder for the city's Peekskill Landing project, it was also rated highest among the three top-qualified companies vying for the job.

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Dozens of Westchester Veterans Visit WWII Memorial

... Hopewell Junction, Lewisboro, Mahopac, Mount Pleasant, Mount Kisco, North Salem, Ossining, Patterson, Pawling, Peekskill, Pleasantville, Poughquag, Pound Ridge, Somers, Verplanck and Yorktown Heights all attended the trip. "According to the ...

http://mamaroneck.dailyvoice.com/news/dozens-westchester-veterans-visit-wwii-memorial

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Free Folk Concert; Irish Fest; Putnam Valley Town Day

There are tons of ways to keep busy around Cortlandt and Peekskill this weekend, and we're here to help you decide which happenings are for you.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/free-folk-concert-irish-fest-putnam-valley-town-day

Gun Buyback Happening Saturday in Peekskill

As part of the Operation Safe Streets program announced in June , the City of Peekskill will host a gun buyback program Saturday that offers residents cash for turning in handguns, rifles and shotguns-legal, illegal or illegally possessed.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/gun-buyback-happening-saturday-in-peekskill

Cortlandt Manor Man Arraigned in Westchester County Court for Wife's Death

Editor's Note: This article was originally written by Ashley Tarr for the Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch.

http://whiteplains.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cortlandt-manor-man-arraigned-in-westchester-county-court-for-wifes-death

Horse Show And Country Fair Returns To Peekskill

The Rotary Club of Peekskill will host its 43rd Annual Horse Show and Country Fair Sept.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/horse-show-and-country-fair-returns-peekskill

Hempstead Village approves contract for jobs center

... advance and $6,818 a month to fund the startup. The contract requires ABBA to work with Crescent Consulting, a Peekskill-based minority-owned management consulting services firm that would run a separate local contracting referral center. "We are ...

http://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/hempstead-village-approves-contract-for-jobs-center-1.6099729

Gun Buy-Back in Peekskill; House Explosion

Learn more here . 2) Check back with Patch later today for information on a gun buy-back program happening Saturday in Peekskill.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/gun-buyback-in-peekskill-house-explosion

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Peekskill's Scenic Hudson Park Gets New Lead Contractor

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. The Peekskill Common Council recently approved a new general contractor for phase one of the city's major waterfront redevelopment project, Scenic Hudson Park at Peekskill Landing.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-s-scenic-hudson-park-gets-new-lead-contractor

Wanted: New, Used Books for Peekskill Youngsters

The 12th annual Peekskill Reads book drive is just around the corner. Here's a letter to the editor from Deputy Mayor Drew Claxton about the upcoming event: Peekskill Reads is holding its 13th annual book drive from September 20 through October 25. The Peekskill Reads book drive is a community event aimed at getting books into the homes of our ... (more)

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/wanted-new-used-books-for-peekskill-youngsters

Peekskill Mayoral Candidates Bicker About City's Economy

The race for Peekskill mayor is beginning to heat up as incumbent Mary Foster dismissed allegations by challenger Frank Catalina that Peekskill is on the road to economic collapse, according to The Examiner News .

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-mayoral-candidates-bicker-about-citys-economy

Peekskill Approves Waterfront Development Contractor

The City of Peekskill will have a new general contractor on the first phase of the city's major waterfront redevelopment project after the originally selected group backed out, city officials said.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-approves-waterfront-development-contractor

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Cortlandt, Peekskill Landmarks: What's Your Favorite Local Spot?

... many local folks have a favorite spot in town. Patch is looking to highlight the places around Cortlandt and Peekskill that make the area home for its residents. Use the attached comments section to share your favorite spot, or send a photo of it to ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/cortlandt-peekskill-landmarks-whats-your-favorite-local-spot

Montrose Woman Facing DWI Charge

A 38-year-old Montrose woman was drunk behind the wheel as she drove through Peekskill early Saturday, officials say.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/montrose-woman-facing-dwi-charge

Officers Check Car Seats, Hear from Locals at 'Meet the Chief' Event

Officers Leo Dylewski and Pam Sgroi performing child safety seat checks at the Peekskill Farmers Market on Bank Street Saturday.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/officers-check-car-seats-at-meet-the-chief-event

John J. Mongero, 63, Worked For County Of Westchester In White Plains

John J. Mongero, a resident of Carmel for six years and formerly of Peekskill, died Sept.

http://whiteplains.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/john-j-mongero-63-former-peekskill-resident

College Essay Help; Restaurant Anniversary

... to ggualdino@briarcliffmanor.org. 4. Tuesday will be mostly sunny, with highs in the mid-60s and no rain. 5. Peekskill Police Find Homeless Man with Drugs in Vacant House was among yesterday's most read stories. 6. Patch's Washington D.C. area sites ...

http://pleasantville.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/college-essay-help-restaurant-anniversary

Restaurant Review: The Peekskill Brewery

Peekskill Brewery ... ... 47-53 S Water St, Peekskill 734-2337; peekskillbrewery.com Hours : Tap Room: Mon-Thurs, 3 pm-midnight; Fri, 3 pm-1 am; Sat, noon-1 am; Sun, noon-midnight Pub : lunch, Mon-Sat, noon-5 pm; brunch, Sun, 11 am-4 pm; dinner, Mon-Thurs, 5 pm-10 pm; Fri-Sat, 5 pm-11 pm; Sun, 4 pm-9 pm Appetizers : $5-$13; entres: $13-$16 , ... (more)

http://www.westchestermagazine.com/Westchester-Magazine/October-2013/Restaurant-Review-The-Peekskill-Brewery/

Great, Independent Coffeehouses in Westchester That You Should Try

... other offerings; nine are available iced (year-round). Smoothies, sandwiches, and panini also are on the menu. The Peekskill Coffee House serves coffee from local micro-roaster Aroma Roaster; live music, trivia nights, and other events are often ...

http://www.westchestermagazine.com/Westchester-Magazine/October-2013/Great-Independent-Coffeehouses-in-Westchester-That-You-Should-Try/

Town Board: Open Space; Montrose FDR Va as Possible Landmark

1) The Field Library in Peekskill will host an interactive story time for youngsters ages 3, 4 and 5 this morning at 11. There will be games and songs, too. 2) There's a town board meeting tonight at 7:30 in Cortlandt. On the agenda : possible open ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/town-board-open-space-montrose-fdr-va-as-possible-landmark

State Police Chiefs Association Endorses Astorino

... Chiefs proudly endorse him for a second term," said the association's president, Eugene S. Tumulo, the former Peekskill chief of police. "I take great pride in being endorsed by the Chiefs of Police Association both as a parent and as County ...

http://mountpleasant.dailyvoice.com/news/state-police-chiefs-association-endorses-astorino

Planning Board to Learn About Legionaries Site Overhaul Plan

... and have a high temperature of 61 degrees for Mount Kisco and 62 for Chappaqua and Millwood. 4. A story about Peekskill Police discovering a homeless man and drugs in a vacant building was one of our most-read stories in the area. 5. Kim McCafferty ...

http://chappaqua.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/planning-board-to-learn-about-legionaries-site-overhaul

Monday, September 16, 2013

New Era Creative Space Brings 'Great Energy' to Peekskill

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Peekskill resident Ridvan Foxhall is looking to "fill an empty space with creative initiatives" with her new community arts center New Era Creative Space .

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/new-era-creative-space-brings-great-energy-peekskill

What To Do In Peekskill This Week

Socktopus Teens Craft Workshop: 3:30-5 p.m. Learn to make a socktopus, an adorable and colorful stuffed octopus made out of a sock.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-peekskill-week-12

Crompond Road; Hen Hud Meet and Greet; Panas Senior Photo

... Service . Daytime temperatures will range from 69 to 76 degrees. -- Monday's Committee of the Whole meeting in Peekskill begins at 6:30 p.m. On the agenda : the Crompond Road project, Miss Manhattan's representation of Peekskill, street resurfacing ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/crompond-road-hen-hud-meet-and-greet-panas-senior-photo

Sunday, September 15, 2013

Peekskill Police Find Homeless Man with Drugs in Vacant House

A 28-year-old homeless man who is from the Peekskill area is facing misdemeanor and felony charges after police found him in a vacant house, according to officials.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/peekskill-police-find-homeless-man-with-drugs-in-vacant-house

Get Your School News onto Patch

Hosting a car wash fundraiser? Want to share pictures from the back to school ice cream social? Need volunteers to read with students in the classroom? Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch is a great way to reach your community and let them know what is going on in your school.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/get-your-school-news-onto-patch_64784d35

Saturday, September 14, 2013

Peekskill Cops Find Drugged, Drunk Man Passed Out in Front of Library

A 38-year-old Yonkers man is facing felony drug charges after Peekskill police found him passed out in front of the library, officials say.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/peekskill-cops-find-drugged-drunk-man-passed-out-in-front-of-library

Book Giveaway; Weekend Fun, Weekday Browsing

... the best time of all for a quick trip to Cold Spring for some lunch and shopping. - Posted by Patty Villanova on Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch Prior to a planned Sept 23 Town Board discussion of the JV Mall, the Planning Board did a preliminary review ...

http://southeast.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/book-giveaway-weekend-fun-weekday-browsing

Open Houses In Peekskill This Weekend

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Here's a look at some events happening around Peekskill this weekend.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/open-houses-peekskill-weekend-12

Millwood Task Force Meeting; Grand Opening

... and Millwood and 82 in Chappaqua. 4. A widely read story in our region yesterday was about election returns in the Peekskill-Cortlandt area. 5. Claudia Murphy writes about 9/11, and writes that we should never forget.

http://chappaqua.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/millwood-task-force-meeting-grand-opening

Bone Marrow Drive for Young Boy Happening in Peekskill Sunday

The Health Education Ministry at the Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in Peekskill is hosting a bone marrow drive Sunday for an 11-year-old Connecticut boy who's battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/bone-marrow-drive-for-young-boy-happening-in-peekskill-sunday

Friday, September 13, 2013

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Dems Want Kathleen's Tea Room Owner to Fill Bennett's Seat

Democrats are nominating a local business owner for the Peekskill Common Council seat left vacant by Don Bennett, who announced his resignation last month .

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/dems-want-kathleens-tea-room-owner-to-fill-bennetts-seat

Yorktown High School Grad's Jazz Music Career Soars

... guitar. "Now, I'm singing jazz with a band and couldn't be happier," Koller said. Koller recently performed at the Peekskill Jazz and Blues Festival with the Gleason's Trio and her band was voted "Best Emerging Artist of Hudson Valley." The artist ...

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/arts-and-entertainment/p/yorktown-high-school-grads-jazz-music-career-soars

George Anthony Delmerico, 67 Former Dobbs Ferry Resident

... he worked until his retirement in 1995. Delmerico is survived by his sisters, Jean Delmerico Moczarski (Peter) of Peekskill, N.Y., and Nancy Delmerico Vitagliano (Don) of Dobbs Ferry, N.Y.; nephew and niece; longtime partner, Ken Volok. He was ...

http://rivertowns.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/george-anthony-delmerico-67-former-dobbs-ferry-resident

Beads for Battered Women; Peekskill Football on Facebook

1) Did you know you can follow Peekskill High School football on Facebook? Click here to "like" the page , which features photos, game information and practice schedules. 2) Joan Lloyd, a local woman who makes hundreds of pairs of earrings for ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/beads-for-battered-women-peekskill-football-on-facebook

Homes for Wounded Vets; Outdoor Rink at Brewster Ice Arena

... and more. 3) Thursday will bring thunderstorms in the p.m. hours, with a high around 93-degrees. 4) " Cortlandt, Peekskill Primaries: Unofficial Results " was one of yesterday's most-read stories. 5) In Patch blogs, Claudia Murphy reminds us to ...

http://southeast.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/homes-for-wounded-vets-outdoor-rink-at-brewster-ice-arena

Peekskill's Copland House Celebrating 15th Anniversary

With the 15th anniversary of the legendary Copland House of Peekskill coming up later this month, the group's music maestros are gearing up for a celebration of not only America's past but also its present and future.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/peekskills-copland-house-celebrating-15th-anniversary

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Hot Temps: Peekskill Opens Cooling Center Until 8:00 p.m. Tonight

Due to today's hot temperatures and high humidity levels, the City of Peekskill has opened its cooling center at the Peekskill Neighborhood Center, 4 Nelson Avenue, until 8:00 p.m. tonight.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/announcements/p/hot-temps-peekskill-opens-cooling-center-until-800-pm-tonight

Add Your Voice to Our Community Blog Remembering Sept. 11

... as Americans, we've created an online memorial where you can share your thoughts about 9/11 in our community blog Peekskill and Cortlandt Remember Sept. 11. What do you remember most about that morning? What has the day come to mean in your life? ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/local-connections/p/add-your-voice-to-our-community-blog-remembering-sept-11_119ef5e9

Primary Election Results Are Tallied In Peekskill

Westchester will pause Wednesday at memorials throughout the county to remember the 109 Westchester lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/politics/primary-election-results-are-tallied-peekskill

Back to School Night in Peekskill; Volunteering in Putnam Valley

The event begins at 6:30 p.m. 2) Organizers at the Putnam Valley Community Food Pantry are looking for volunteers to help out on Fridays and Saturdays.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/back-to-school-night-in-peekskill-volunteering-in-putnam-valley

Ossining Candidate Killed Tied For Town Justice Spot

... writing in a candidate for the District 9 seat, which represents Briarcliff Manor, Cortlandt, Croton, Ossining and Peekskill. Borgia received 83 votes - 100 percent - with 86 percent of the vote counted.

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/ossining-candidate-killed-tied-town-justice-spot

9/11 Ceremonies Happening Around Cortlandt, Peekskill

Folks will gather at the 9/11 Memorial at Croton Landing Wednesday afternoon for a ceremony honoring those lost in the attacks.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/tk_cdecd396

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Hilda Gory Rodriguez, 63, Former Peekskill Resident

Rodriguez was born Feb. 11, 1950, in Peekskill, to Titus and Audrey L. Hodge Gory.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/hilda-gory-rodriguez-63-former-peekskill-resident

New child-care center?

... by the end of the month. The Johnsons own three other Child's Word Academy facilities in Monroe, Trumbull and Peekskill, N.Y. The husband-and-wife team opened their first center in 1994. Ken and Pat Johnson, owners of Child's World Academy, have ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Former-Stratfield-Market-site-considered-for-4800849.php

Fall Sports Meeting at Peekskill High; Primary Details

... hopefuls, are both looking to secure the Working Families line, according to reports. In the race for mayor of Peekskill, incumbent Mary Foster (D) and challenger Frank Catalina (R) are battling for the Independence line. Find your polling place ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/fall-sports-meeting-at-peekskill-high-primary-details

Sky Guy: Meteors strike us every day -- and some are even dangerous

... from so long ago. A 26-pound meteorite punched a hole into the trunk of a Chevy Malibu owned by Michelle Knapp of Peekskill, N.Y., in October 1992. No one was hurt and the car became a collector's item, which Knapp was able to sell for tens of ...

http://jacksonville.com/entertainment/2013-09-10/story/sky-guy-meteors-strike-us-every-day-and-some-are-even-dangerous?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+JacksonvillecomsNewsSportsAndEntertainment+%28Jacksonville%27s+Most+Recent+Headlines+-+Jacksonville.com+and+The+Florida+Times-Union%29

Yorktown Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday For Primary Elections

... ticket. Voters also have the option of writing in a candidate for the District 1 seat, which represents Cortlandt, Peekskill and Yorktown.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/politics/yorktown-voters-head-polls-tuesday-primary-elections

Peekskill Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday For Independence Primary

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Polls for Peekskill's Independence primary election open at 6 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. Tuesday, with contested races for the positions of City Council member and mayor.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/politics/peekskill-voters-head-polls-tuesday-independence-primary

Veterans Can Seek Employment At Special Peekskill Job Fair

More than 50 companies interested in hiring veterans will take part in the "Hire Our Heroes" job fair being sponsored by the New York National Guard at Camp Smith near Peekskill on Tuesday.

http://briarcliff.dailyvoice.com/business/veterans-can-seek-employment-special-peekskill-job-fair

Ossining Voters Head To The Polls Tuesday For Independence Primary

... writing in a candidate for the District 9 seat, which represents Briarcliff Manor, Cortlandt, Croton, Ossining and Peekskill.

http://briarcliff.dailyvoice.com/politics/ossining-voters-head-polls-tuesday-independence-primary

Monday, September 9, 2013

Youngsters Head Back to School in Cortlandt, Peekskill

Grace and Billy Moretti head off to Furnace Woods Elementary School in Cortlandt Monday for their first day as fifth and second-grader, respectively.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/back-to-school-photo-gallery/p/youngsters-head-back-to-school-in-cortlandt-peekskill

Photos, Safety and Sports in Peekskill, Cortlandt Schools; 9/11; Primary

... Expect partly sunny skies and a pleasant 70-degree high Friday. -- In the schools: Modified sports begin in Peekskill today; it's picture time for underclassmen at Walter Panas High School Wednesday and there's a Hendrick Hudson district-wide safety ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/photos-safety-and-sports-in-peekskill-cortlandt-schools-911-primary

What To Do In Peekskill This Week

... bracelet, anklet, or necklace at The Field Library's Teen Craft Workshop. Free. The Field Library, 4 Nelson Ave., Peekskill. Meditation: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Kundalini meditation is an active moving meditation, created by Osho - enlightened master. We ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-peekskill-week-11

Sunday, September 8, 2013

Saturday, September 7, 2013

Blogs: Rockin', Spooky, Stylish, Historic

... Edward MacDowell, Amy Beach, Charles Ives, Aaron Copland and Jay Ungar. Get this weekend's schedule here . On Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch: Miss Italia Peekskill 2013 Peekskill Pageants is seeking young Italian-American ladies between the ages of 16 to ...

http://southeast.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/blogs-rockin-spooky-stylish

Peekskill Kayakers To Paddle Hudson For Cancer Awareness

Dozens of Peekskill Kayakers will take to the Hudson River Sunday to give a boost to the fight against cancer in Westchester.

http://chappaqua.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-kayakers-paddle-hudson-cancer-awareness

Friday, September 6, 2013

Anytime Fitness, a 24-Hour Gym, Opens in Pleasantville

... Anytime Fitness is not a boutique gym or a big one, explained DiFroscia, who grew up in Yorktown and now lives in Peekskill. He described the place to Patch as being a "middle" gym. The site, which has free parking in the back, also gets even ...

http://pleasantville.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/anytime-fitness-a-24hour-gym-opens-in-pleasantville

Police: Dobbs Ferry Driver Struck Bicyclist

By Ashley Tarr A 69-year-old man who was riding a bicycle on southbound Route 9 in Peekskill Thursday afternoon was admitted to the hospital in critical condition after he was struck by a vehicle, according to police.

http://rivertowns.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-dobbs-ferry-driver-struck-bicyclist

Bicycle, Car Collide on Route 9 in Peekskill

A bicycle and a four-door sedan crashed on southbound Route 9 in Peekskill Thursday.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/bicycle-car-collide-on-route-9-in-peekskill

Mary E. Loubengeiger, 92, Of Cortlandt Manor

... at Shopwell Supermarket in Cortlandt Manor. Loubengeiger is survived by children, Betty Ann (Robert) Lazevnick of Peekskill and John Loubengeiger of Belleville, Ill.; and a grandson. She was predeceased by her husband, George; three sisters; and ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/mary-e-loubengeiger-92-cortlandt-manor

Candidates For Peekskill Mayor, Council Run In Independence Primary

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Peekskill residents voting in Tuesday's Independence primary election will see contested races for the positions of City Council member and mayor.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/politics/candidates-peekskill-mayor-council-run-independence-primary

What To Do Around Peekskill This Weekend

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Here's a look at some events happening around Peekskill this weekend.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-peekskill-weekend-7

Jeffrey Deskovic, wrongfully imprisoned for 16 years, will receive...

The city of Peekskill, New York will pay out a $5.4 million settlement to a man who spent 16 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2412551/Jeffrey-Deskovic-wrongfully-imprisoned-16-years-receive-5-4m-settlement-Peekskill-New-York.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Free Sail Rides on the Hudson; Art Exhibit in Peekskill

There are tons of ways to keep busy around Cortlandt and Peekskill this weekend, and we're here to help you decide which happenings are for you.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/free-sail-rides-on-the-hudson-art-exhibit-in-peekskill

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Bear Mountain Parkway Project: What to Expect, When

Folks who attended Thursday's meeting on the Bear Mountain Parkway Project--which aims to improve safety on the roadway in Cortlandt and Peekskill--learned scheduling details of the construction process.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/bear-mountain-parkway-project-what-to-expect-when_d270fa7b

Maria Clune, 90, Of Peekskill, Library Clerk, History Room, Field Library

... July 26, 1923, in Naples, Italy, to Agostino and Concetta (Scorza) Dell'Aquila. She worked at the Field Library in Peekskill where she had been a library clerk in the History Room. Previously she worked as a sewing machine operator for Nan Flower ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/maria-clune-90-peekskill-library-clerk-history-room-field-library

Troopers Report Thefts at 2 Cortlandt Stores

... facing a misdemeanor charge of petty larceny and is due Monday in Cortlandt Justice Court. An 18-year-old from Peekskill who worked at the local ShopRite was caught on surveillance video stealing money from the register she was working, according to ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/troopers-report-thefts-at-2-cortlandt-stores

A man who was wrongfully imprisoned for 16 years starting in high...

The city of Peekskill, New York will pay out a $5.4 million settlement to a man who spent 16 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2412551/A-man-wrongfully-imprisoned-16-years-starting-high-school-receive-5-4million-settlement-New-York-town.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Clinical Social Worker- Bilingual

... offsite (ie: home and school). Supervised by assigned supervisor, assistant clinic manager Locations: Yonkers, NY Peekskill, NY LMSW or LCSW with clinical field placement during education or equivalent documented volunteer or paid experience, ...

http://jobview.monster.com/Clinical-Social-Worker-Bilingual-Per-Diem-Job-Yonkers-NY-US-107677524.aspx?rje=0

Bear Mountain Parkway Project; Cultural Program in Peekskill

1) Tonight's program at the Field Library in Peekskill will take you far beyond the city as you sample foods from around the world, play games popular in other cultures, hear stories from travelers and much more. 2) Interested in learning more about ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/bear-mountain-parkway-project-cultural-program-in-peekskill

Report: Peekskill OKs $5M for falsely convicted ex-inmate

Peekskill officials agreed to pay $5.4 million to Jeffrey Deskovic, who had filed a federal lawsuit for being wrongly convicted of murder as a teen-ager, according to lohud.com Deskovic was convicted and sentenced to 15 years to life when he was 16 years old in connection with the murder of Peekskill schoolmate Angela Correa.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/report-peekskill-oks-5m-falsely-convicted-ex-inmate

Peekskill Teen Charged In Connection With Cortlandt Theft

An 18-year-old Peekskill woman was arrested after she took money from a Shoprite cash register in Cortlandt, New York State Police said.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/peekskill-teen-charged-connection-cortlandt-theft

$5 million for man who wrongly served 16 years in jail

... $5 million after serving 16 years for a crime he didn't commit. Here he is after his release in 2008. The city of Peekskill has approved a $5.4 million settlement with a man who spent 16 years in prison for a killing he didn't commit. Deskovic was ...

http://nypost.com/2013/09/04/5-million-for-man-who-wrongly-served-16-years-in-jail/

$5M for jailed wrong man

Peekskill has approved a $5.4 million settlement with a man who spent 16 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit.

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/for_jailed_wrong_man_Lt7pbvbGUJUY3tyc65v7wI?

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Peekskill, NY OKs $5M for exonerated ex-inmate

The city of Peekskill has approved a $5.4 million settlement with a man who spent 16 years in prison for a killing he didn't commit.

http://www.wcax.com/story/23335686/peekskill-ny-oks-5m-for-exonerated-ex-inmate

Skywriting: Embrace your inner beer snob

... Monday-Friday, by visiting K104's website, k104online.com . Oct. 5 is the Hudson Valley Hop and Harvest on the Peekskill Riverfront Green. In its second year, it's an all-day affair beginning at 2 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. Currently there are nine ...

http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130904/ENTERTAIN/130909915

Judge Throws Out Lawsuit By Peekskill Democratic Party

New York State Supreme Court Justice Robert DiBella dismissed a lawsuit brought by Peekskill Democratic Party leaders on behalf of candidates for Westchester County legislator.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/judge-throws-out-lawsuit-peekskill-democratic-party

Find A Job In Peekskill

New York State Supreme Court Justice Robert DiBella dismissed a lawsuit brought by Peekskill Democratic Party leaders on behalf of candidates for Westchester County ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-peekskill-28

Ancestry Workshop in Peekskill; Staff in School

Learn more here . 2) Schools in Cortlandt and Peekskill don't open to students until next week, but faculty and staff members are already hard at work.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/ancestry-workshop-in-peekskill-staff-in-school

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Bear Mountain Parkway Construction to Start Soon

The public is invited to attend a meeting Thursday evening during which officials will discuss the Bear Mountain Parkway Project that's aimed at making the roadway safer in Cortlandt and Peekskill.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/bear-mountain-parkway-construction-to-start-soon

Buchanan Police Identify Bike Thief

A 14-year-old from Peekskill is responsible for two bicycle thefts in the area, officials say.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/buchanan-police-identify-bike-thief

Husband And Wife To Display Art In Peekskill

Husband and wife artists, Douglas and Jessica Nash, will display their work side-by-side at the newly expanded Peekskill Coffee House.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/husband-and-wife-display-art-peekskill

State Police: Peekskill Woman Receives Felony DWI

YORKTOWN, N.Y. A Peekskill woman was charged with driving while intoxicated on Aug. 25, according to the state police from the Cortlandt barracks.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/state-police-peekskill-woman-receives-felony-dwi

Buchanan Police: Peekskill Teen Arrested In Bicycle-Theft Case

... from the department. "Officer Cobelli was also able to identify the juvenile on the video as a 14 year old from Peekskill." Buchanan Police will turn over information in the case to New York State Police. The investigation in the larceny of the ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/buchanan-police-arrest-teen-suspect-bicycle-thefts

Croton, Peekskill Roads To Close For Toughman Triathalon Sunday

... traffic from 5:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday. Route 9 southbound will be closed from the Bear Mountain Parkway in Peekskill to Ossining. Route 9 is open in both directions of travel in Ossining and points south. Route 9A southbound will be closed from ...

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/croton-peekskill-roads-close-toughman-triathalon-sunday

Flora L. Roberts, 87, Of Peekskill, Hair Net Factory Employee

Roberts was born Nov. 6, 1925, in Yorktown. She worked for many years at the Peekskill Hair Net Factory, until retiring.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/flora-l-roberts-87-peekskill-hair-net-factory-employee

Barbara J. Richards, 69, Of Pleasantville, Ret. Programmer, Reader's Digest

... by her mother, Laura Richards. Calling hours are Tuesday, Sept. 3 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the E.O. Curry Funeral Home, Peekskill, where a funeral service will be offered at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, followed by interment in Hillside Cemetery, ...

http://pleasantville.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/barbara-j-richards-69-longtime-peekskill-resident

Jeanne Ryerson Skeeter, 93, Of Stamford, School Crossing Guard

Skeeter was born Oct. 15, 1919, in Peekskill, N.Y., to Carrie and William Ryerson.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/jeanne-ryerson-skeeter-93-stamford-school-crossing-guard

Frank Forman, 97, Of Buchanan, Retired Welder, Metro-North Railroad

Forman was born March 3, 1916, in Peekskill. He attended Peekskill Public Schools.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/frank-forman-97-buchanan-retired-welder-metro-north-railroad

Ossining's Galef To Host Show Highlighting Interns

... The program is on Cablevision on the following schedule: Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 9 p.m. on Ossining and Peekskill Channel 15 (Briarcliff, Ossining, Scarborough, Buchanan, Cortlandt, Croton, Garrison, Montrose, Peekskill, Philipstown South, ...

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/ossinings-galef-host-show-highlighting-interns

Brothers To Open Second Deli In Cortlandt

... and an expanded grill menu with burgers and steaks. Being so close to various housing developments in Yorktown, Peekskill and Cortlandt, as well as Hudson Valley Hospital Center, the brothers are hoping to expand their delivery business. "We want to ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/brothers-open-second-deli-cortlandt

Monday, September 2, 2013

Your School News on Patch

Hosting a car wash fundraiser? Want to share pictures from the back to school ice cream social? Need volunteers to read with students in the classroom? Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch is a great way to reach your community and let them know what is going on in your school.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/schools/p/your-school-news-on-patch_230eaa37

What To Do In Peekskill This Week

Jamaica Jump Off Peekskill Style -Trolley Tour and Jerk BBQ: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Board Stella, the Peekskill Trolley, in front of the Bean Runner Caf for a one hour tour around historic Peekskill where you'll learn some very interesting facts about this great little city.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-peekskill-week-10

What's Open/Closed In Peekskill On Labor Day

Several places around Peekskill will be closed or operating on a different schedule on Labor Day.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/whats-openclosed-peekskill-labor-day

'Frozen in Time' Art Exhibit; Traffic Changes in Peekskill

... cloudy and Friday sunny. High temperatures will range from the high-70s to the mid-80s this week. -- The City of Peekskill Common Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Items on the agenda include hotel occupancy tax, local traffic changes, the ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/frozen-in-time-art-exhibit-traffic-changes-in-peekskill

Sunday, September 1, 2013

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... approve the use of force. Other senior administration officials said Obama is merely leaving the door open to that Peekskill - Eight Peekskill High School students didn't graduate in June and must return to school this month because they were given ...

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Blogs: Harvard Acceptance; Familiar Characters, New Settings; BBQ Tips

... Funigiello, Devon Muendell, Mary Grace Orfanella and Kristyn Vario. Get details on the performances here. From Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch: Eight Tips for Throwing a Safe Summer BBQ BBQ season is in full swing, and whether you're a first-time griller ...

http://southeast.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/blogs_b9e0a5cd

Peekskill transcript scandal: 8 didn t graduate;counselors told to turn over deleted info

Eight Peekskill High School students didn't graduate in June and must return to school this month because they were given credit for a class that doesn't exist.

http://lucianne.com/thread/?artnum=750301

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