Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch Turns Three

Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013, marked three years since Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch launched.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/peekskillcortlandt-patch-turns-three

Oneida County man convicted of statutory rape of girlfriend in 1988 among those granted pardon by Cuomo

... pardoned Tuesday by Cuomo were 70-year-old Seymour Hunter, of Manhattan, and 49-year-old Gerardo Alvarez, of Lake Peekskill. Hunter was convicted in 1994 of third-degree attempted sale of a controlled substance. Alvarez was convicted in 2002 of ...

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Oneida County man pardoned by Governor on New Year's Eve

... housing for the elderly, low income professionals, and those battling HIV and AIDS. Gerardo Alvarez, 49, of Lake Peekskill, was convicted in 2002 of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance in New York County. The charge stemmed ...

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Cuomo announces first pardons of his tenure

... resident in the United States for 44 years and seeks to become a U.S. citizen. Gerardo Alvarez, 49, of Lake Peekskill, was convicted in 2002 of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance in New York County. The charge stemmed from ...

http://blog.timesunion.com/capitol/archives/202322/cuomo-announces-first-pardons-of-his-tenure/

Peekskill Man Charged With DWI In Cortlandt

Peekskill resident Andres Delgadoaltuna, 23, was arrested by State Police and accused of driving while intoxicated, according to the police.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/peekskill-man-charged-dwi-cortlandt

Cuomo issues first three pardons of his administration

... any pardons since he took office in 2011. Governors typically issue some each year. Gerardo Alvarez, 49, of Lake Peekskill, Putnam County, was pardoned as the result of a 2002 conviction for seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled ...

http://statepolitics.lohudblogs.com/2013/12/31/cuomo-issues-first-three-pardons-of-his-administration/

Cortlandt Police Arrest Lake Peekskill Man For DWI

New York State Police from the Cortlandt barracks arrested a Lake Peekskill man and charged him with driving while intoxicated on Sunday, Dec. 15, police officials said.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/cortlandt-police-arrest-lake-peekskill-man-dwi

Deputy Mayor; Multimedia Art in Peekskill; Abandoned Dog

Enrollment is happening now. 2) Peekskill Councilwoman Vivian McKenzie shared this message on Patch after mayor-elect Frank Catalina announced he is proposing she be appointed deputy mayor.

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What's Open/Closed In Peekskill On New Year's Day

Here's a look at what will be open and what will be closed in Peekskill on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, a federal holiday.

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Polar Plunge Happening in Peekskill New Year's Day

... who died young. Last year the event raised more than $2,420. This year it starts at 1 p.m. Wednesday (Jan. 1) at Peekskill's Riverfront Green Park. It's open to the public. Organizers hope local folks will attend and "encourage the brave plungers." ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/polar-plunge-happening-in-peekskill-new-years-day_61e4b842

Cops: 32 drove drunk or drugged

... about 1:40 a.m. Sunday on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Yonkers, state police said. Mariela Rodriguez, 41, of Peekskill was charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated about 3:30 a.m. Sunday on Oregon Road in Cortlandt, state police said. ...

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New Riders visit Peekskill; Pleasantivlle Garden Club Meeting

... at 10:00 a.m. New Riders of the Purple Sage Looking to for a concert in Westchester County? The Paramount in Peekskill will host the New Riders of the Purple Sage featuringa€ David Nelson and Buddy Cage witha€ Michael Falzarano, Ronnie Penque and ...

http://pleasantville.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/new-riders-visit-peekskill-pleasantivlle-garden-club-meeting

New Years at Cedar Street Grill in Dobbs Ferry; Murder Mystery in Tarrytown

... click here . New Riders of the Purple Sage Looking to for a concert in Westchester County? The Paramount in Peekskill will host the New Riders of the Purple Sage featuringDavid Nelson and Buddy Cage withMichael Falzarano, Ronnie Penque and Johnny ...

http://rivertowns.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/new-years-at-cedar-street-grill-in-dobbs-ferry-murder-mystery-in-tarrytown

Back to School; Peekskill Organizational Meeting; Freezing Weather

Here's a roundup of some of the events happening in Cortlandt and Peekskill this week: Government City Hall offices in Peekskill will be closed Wednesday for New Year's Day, but the Peekskill Common Council will meet at 11 a.m. for an organizational meeting [ on the agenda : the national anthem, the designation of official banks and newspaper, the ... (more)

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/back-to-school-organizational-meeting-in-peekskill-freezing-weather

Yorktown Historical Society Hosts Three January Events

... of William Bradhurst Osgood Field, his family and properties in Mohegan Lake. Saturday, Jan. 18: "Embracing Peekskill After Dark." Photographer Walter Rabetz presents Embracing Peekskill After Dark, at the monthly meeting of the Van Cortlandtville ...

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/events/yorktown-historical-society-hosts-three-january-events

Black Ice May Form Overnight On Roads In Peekskill

Temperatures across much of Westchester County are expected to fall below freezing late Sunday night and remain at those levels into Monday, possibly causing travel problems for the morning commute, the National Weather Service.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/black-ice-may-form-overnight-roads-westchester-county

Longtime Peekskill Man Dies at 86

Alfred P. Diorio, a longtime resident of Peekskill and former Marine, died Friday.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/longtime-peekskill-man-dies-at-86

Arrest of Peekskill Man In Stabbing Tops News This Week

Police have arrested a Peekskill man, James Wilson , 34, in connection with a stabbing in his ex-girlfriend's Harrison apartment.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/arrest-peekskill-man-stabbing-tops-news-week

Town of Cortlandt Hiring; New Year's Eve; Drunk Drivers

With all the hustle and bustle around Cortlandt and Peekskill, it's easy to miss the big stories.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/town-of-cortlandt-hiring-new-years-eve-drunk-drivers

Painful deja vu for Kelly Guarino, Albertus Magnus

... Player," just look at the name. It implies value to the team. Lanay Rodney was the most outstanding player in Peekskill's 56-40 win over Albertus Magnus in the girls championship game of the Slam Dunk Tournament at Westchester County Center on ...

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Girls basketball: Lourdes topples New Ro in Slam Dunk consolation game

... just 10 turnovers for the game after committing twice that in the first half alone on Thursday in a 62-61 loss to Peekskill. Referees let up on leniency in the second half, calling twice as many fouls as they did in the first half. Warriors coach ...

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Christine M. Baisley, 77, Of Cortlandt Manor, Retired Real Estate Broker

... Salvatore Galati. Calling hours are Sunday, Dec. 29 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Joseph F. Nardone Funeral Home , Peekskill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 30 at St. Columbanus Church. Interment will follow at ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/christine-m-baisley-77-cortlandt-manor-retired-real-estate-broker

Frank E. Wilson, Jr., 71, Lifelong Peekskill Resident, Worked For IBM

Wilson served in the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1970. He worked for many years for IBM in telecommunications.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/frank-e-wilson-jr-71-lifelong-peekskill-resident-worked-ibm

Helene T. Farrey, 87, Of Ossining

Farrey was born June 3, 1926, in Peekskill; daughter of Vincenzo and Emilia Costa D'Onofrio.

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/helene-t-farrey-87-ossining

Northern Westchester Leaders Look Back On A Memorable 2013

Peekskill saw the Democrats lose their 7-0 edge on the Common Council. In an Election Day upset, three-term Mayor Mary Foster was defeated by lawyer Frank Catalina.

http://pleasantville.dailyvoice.com/news/northern-westchester-leaders-look-back-memorable-2013

Ruling: Outgoing Peekskill Dems can't pick next judge

The legal battle over who should appoint the city's next judge remains unresolved as three members of the Common Council prepare to leave office.

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Girls basketball: Peekskill slips by New Ro thanks to missed buzzer-beater

... shot. Nicole Ziogas was mere inches away from sinking a game-winning 3-pointer with 0.9 seconds left against Peekskill in the first semifinal of the Slam Dunk Tournament on Thursday. Ziogas' shot hit off the front of the rim to end the Huguenots' ...

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Girls basketball: Albertus Magnus edges Lourdes in Slam Dunk tourney

... senior scored six of the team's final eight points en route to a game-high 23 points The Falcons will take on Peekskill in a rematch of last year's Class A section final during Friday's championship game at 6 p.m. Peekskill won the section title ...

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Croton Police Charge Peekskill Man With DWI After Accident

Croton Police arrested a Peekskill man and charged him with driving while intoxicated following an accident on Route 9 on Saturday, Dec. 14, according to Patch.com.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/croton-police-charge-peekskill-man-dwi-after-accident

Best Bets

... lights, singing Christmas carols, drinking hot chocolate and eating holiday cookies, then taking a trip on the Peekskill Trolley Christmas Express is a must "to do" for you this holiday season. Your adventure begins when you hop aboard Stella, The ...

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Peekskill Man Arrested For Stabbing In Harrison

Police have arrested a Peekskill man in connection to a stabbing in his ex-girlfriend's Harrison apartment, according to LoHud.com.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-man-arrested-stabbing-harrison

What's Open/Closed In Peekskill On Christmas

Here's a look at what will be open and what will be closed in Peekskill on Christmas, Wednesday, Dec. 25, a federal holiday.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/whats-openclosed-peekskill-christmas

Peekskill man stabs ex's new boyfriend, Harrison cops say

A Peekskill man was arrested Saturday night, accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend's Harrison apartment and stabbing her new boyfriend.

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Anthony J. Bosco, 76, Of Ossining, Retired Financial Analyst For IBM

Bosco was born Sept. 21, 1937, in Peekskill and was raised in Garrison. He was the son of Anthony J. Bosco, Sr. and Lucy Fraher.

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/anthony-j-bosco-76-ossining-retired-financial-analyst-ibm

Annual Audubon bird count a barometer of climate change

... annual census of our feathered neighbors. The three volunteers were beating the bushes, trees and riverfront near Peekskill. They are part of some 70,000 such counters taking to the field this holiday season in more than 2,300 locations throughout ...

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A place to learn and listen

... they founded and ran the non-profit Westchester Jazz Workshop, a combination performance space and gallery in Peekskill, N.Y., before moving here in 2005. They began looking for a place for a similar performance and teaching space. Downtown Durham ...

http://www.heraldsun.com/news/x1401024698/A-place-to-learn-and-listen

Ex-IBM engineer builds innovative phono cartridges

... Soundsmith during his IBM tenure, and Ledermann currently employs 15 people in his 8,000-square-foot facility in Peekskill, N.Y. Ledermann personally builds and repairs all of the top Soundsmith cartridge models. He and his staff also can repair ...

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13645_3-57616172-47/ex-ibm-engineer-builds-innovative-phono-cartridges/?part=rss&subj=news&tag=title

Oxycodone Possession Arrest Tops Peekskill News This Week

Ronald Pufahl, 43, of Somers was recently arrested by Peekskill Police and charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/oxycodone-possession-arrest-tops-peekskill-news-week

6 Putnam groups get $1.45M in grants

... ness programs. The village of Cold Spring will get $75,000 for a waterfront revitalization project. Brewster and Peekskill will split a $75,000 grant for business-corridor redevelopment. Twitter: @Ernie_G_journo

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Ring In 2014 In Westchester With Fine Dining

... bar, party favors, complimentary parking, coat check, live midnight ball drop and a champagne toast. 12 Grapes in Peekskill is offering an early dinner seating at 5:30 p.m., and a dinner and dance party at 8:30 p.m. The menu includes items like ...

http://pleasantville.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/ring-2014-westchester-fine-dining

2 still critical after 3-car crash in Garrison

... on Route 9 that critically injured two people Thursday. Two of the drivers involved in the crash, Carlos Diaz of Peekskill, and Timothy Smith of Poughkeepsie, were airlifted from the scene to Westchester Medical Center immediately afterward. Both ...

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Educators helped craft Common Core

... can be found in the public domain on the National Governors Association website at www.nga.org. Michael Stewart Peekskill

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Local roundup: Hudson Carroll leads New Paltz boys swimmers to victory

... Sheamus Trzewich-Quinn (500 freestyle, 5:04.50) and Richard Berger (100 breaststroke, 1:07.64). Wappingers 91, Peekskill 77 -- Jarrod Rizzi, Alexander Hagan, Ashok Vallamattam and Justin Lee each won individual events as the host Warriors won at ...

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In the driver's seat: Captain Mary Pat Driscoll, Peekskill

... of the 46-foot Evening Star, is the owner of Trinity Cruises, based at the dock at Riverfront Green Park in Peekskill. Friendly and chatty, with a historian's knowledge of the Hudson River, Driscoll has decades of experience behind the wheel: She ...

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Peekskill Judgeship Remains Up In The Air

A judge in Putnam County Supreme Court last week extended a temporary restraining order against the new Peekskill Common Council from appointing a new judge.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-judgeship-remains-air

'Restaurant Stakeout' rescues Division Street Grill in Peekskill, N.Y.

... Stakeout" was titled "Division Street Disaster." Willie Degel came to help out Division Street Grill in Peekskill, N.Y. Willie met with Arne Paglia, the owner of the establishment. He opened the place in 1998, as his first restaurant, with ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/restaurant-stakeout-rescues-division-street-grill-peekskill-n-y?cid=rss

Peekskill Man Charged With Petit Larceny At Cortlandt Home Depot

State Police in Cortlandt arrested and charged 34-year-old Gerson R. Abregu with class A petit larceny in connection with a reported larceny at the Home Depot in Cortlandt, according to the report .

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/peekskill-man-charged-petit-larceny-cortlandt-home-depot

Building Renovations Under Way In Peekskill's Waterfront District

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. is renovating two 113-year-old adjacent buildings in Peekskill's Waterfront District thanks to a $150,000 New York State economic development grant.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/building-renovations-under-way-peekskills-waterfront-district

Cortlandt Police Arrest Peekskill Woman For Shoplifting

New York State Police from the Cortlandt barracks arrested a Peekskill woman on charges of petit larceny on Friday, Dec. 13, according to police officials.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/cortlandt-police-arrest-peekskill-woman-shoplifting

Salter Spiral Stair Released Informational E-Book for Download

... stock stair kits and custom-made models designed to fit the customer's order. Based out of Collegeville, PA and Peekskill, NY, the companies proudly serve all of North America, including some islands, and even occasionally engage in international ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11431190.htm

Snow Closes Schools, Causes Accidents In Northern Westchester

With the exception of Croton-Harmon, which had an early dismissal, Yorktown, Chappaqua, Bedford, Katonah-Lewisboro, Mount Pleasant, Pleasantville, Hendrick Hudson, Byram Hils, Peekskill and Ossining all closed today.

http://lewisboro.dailyvoice.com/news/snow-closes-schools-causes-accidents-northern-westchester

Snow Closes Schools, Causes Accidents In Northern Westchester

With the exception of Croton-Harmon, which had an early dismissal, Yorktown, Chappaqua, Bedford, Katonah-Lewisboro, Mount Pleasant, Pleasantville, Hendrick Hudson, Byram Hils, Peekskill and Ossining all closed today.

http://briarcliff.dailyvoice.com/news/snow-closes-schools-causes-accidents-northern-westchester

Enjoy the Snow: Share Cancellations, Photos

It's time to break out the sleds. Hendrick Hudson, Lakeland and Peekskill schools are closed Tuesday due to the inclement weather.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/enjoy-the-snow-share-cancellations-photos

Martha A. Thorpe, 70, Lifetime Peekskill Resident

Thorpe is survived by her son, Tom Thorpe of Maryland; two grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and brother, Ernie Beland of Peekskill.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/martha-thorpe-70-lifetime-peekskill-resident

Gerald Dyckman, 70, Of Verplanck, Truck Driver For South Street Stone

Dyckman was born Aug. 25, 1943, in Peekskill, to Morris and Philacine Dyckman. He was a teamster in Local 456 retiring as a concrete truck driver for South Street Stone.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/gerald-dyckman-70-verplanck-truck-driver-south-street-stone

Peekskill City Schools Are Closed On Tuesday

The Peekskill City School District is closed on Tuesday in anticipation of the winter storm expected to arrive in the area.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-city-schools-are-closed-tuesday-0

Deal Reached with Firms to Run Westchester County Buses

... cover two service areas: the 56 routes operated by Liberty Lines and the three routes operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area. Liberty Lines has been the main operator of the county's buses since the mid 1970s. The RFP process was complicated by two ...

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Literature Lovers in Montrose; Trivia Night; Snow and a High of 28

1) Tuesday is trivia night at the New York Firehouse Grille in Peekskill. 2) Arthur Conan Doyle's classic "The Hound of the Baskervilles" will be the topic for today's Literature Lovers gathering at the Hendrick Hudson Free Library in Montrose. 3) ...

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Carmelia E. 'Melly' Bolin, 88, Rite-Aid Worker

Carmelia E. "Melly" Bolin age 88 of Peekskill, NY passed away on December 14, 2013.

http://portchester.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/carmelia-e-melly-bolin-88-riteaid-worker

Commission floats early- to mid-January dates for next round of city manager interviews

... allow him to bring to bear the track record he's built up elsewhere, most recently serving as a city manager in Peekskill, N.Y. from 2009 to 2011. "I think I've spent a lot of my time and my municipal government career in economic development types ...

http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2013/12/commission_floats_january_date.html

Peekskill Cops Find 98 Pills During Routine Traffic Stop

A 43-year-old Amawalk man is facing a a felony drug charge after Peekskill police found him to be in possession of 98 pain killer pills, officials said.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/peekskill-cops-find-98-pills-during-routine-traffic-stop

Snow Days in Cortlandt, Peekskill: See Plans for Makeup Days

Hendrick Hudson , Lakeland and Peekskill were among many school districts across the area to use snow days last week.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/schools/p/snow-day-situation-see-hen-hud-lakeland-peekskill-plans-for-makeup-days

Patricia A. Figa, 66, Of Buchanan, Deputy Assessor

... F. Nardone Funeral Home . A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 19 at the Assumption Church, Peekskill. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Port Chester.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/patricia-figa-66-buchanan-deputy-assessor

"Peekskill Building Renovations to Advance Waterfront Neighborhood Revitalization"

December 16, 2013 - Community Housing Innovations, Inc. is renovating two 113-year-old adjacent buildings in Peekskill's Waterfront District thanks to a $150,000 New York State economic development grant.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/business-updates/p/peekskill-building-renovations-to-advance-waterfront-neighborhood-revitalization

Carmelia E. Bolin, 88, Of Peekskill, Worked For Rite-Aid

... her family where she was educated in Naples. She returned to the U.S. in her 20s. She had worked at Rite-Aid in Peekskill until three years ago. Bolin is survived by her children, Michael P. (Ellen) Bolin of New York City, Stephen J. (Jeanette) ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/carmelia-e-bolin-88-peekskill-worked-rite-aid

New Parking Meters in Peekskill; More Snow; Winter Concerts

Weather Expect mostly sunny skies in Brewster Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Tuesday could bring more snow, with the National Weather Service forecasting the possibility of another two to four inches. Cold temperatures will warm up later in the week. Friday looks cloudy with a high near 48-degrees.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/week-ahead-dec-16

Mid-Hudson Region Gets $60 Million In Economic Development Funding

... Delano Roosevelt and Donald J. Trump State Parks: Connecting FDR State Park to Yorktown Parks. $75,000 City of Peekskill, Village of Brewster: MHREDC Opportunity Area Peekskill Brewster Area Strategic Plans and or Building Reuse Feasibility Studies. ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/mid-hudson-region-gets-60-million-economic-development-funding

Power Play Goals Put Union Past Maine

... s on goal, while Union had 12. Maine looked for a goal late in the third after pulling goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.) but came up short. The Black Bears fall to a 1-13-5 on the season, while Union improves to 6-11-0 on the season.

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Woman's Arrest On Theft Charge Tops Peekskill News This Week

A Peekskill woman was charged with petty larceny after she was accused of stealing two shirts, reportedly worth $53, from the Yorktown Sears, according to a Patch report.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/womans-arrest-theft-charge-tops-peekskill-news-week

Bay City officials narrow down search for next city manager to 3 finalists

... more general ideas. Tungate is the city manager in Oak Park, near Detroit; Finn is a previous city manager in Peekskill, N.Y., from 2009 to 2011; and White, a Bay City native, is a former city administrator in East Jordan and current principal/owner ...

http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2013/12/bay_city_officials_narrow_down.html

Live reporting: Follow along as Bay City officials interview manager candidate Richard M. Finn

... allow him to bring to bear the track record he's built up elsewhere, most recently serving as a city manager in Peekskill, N.Y. from 2009 to 2011. "I think I've spent a lot of my time and my municipal government career in economic development types ...

http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2013/12/live_reporting_follow_along_as_2.html

DWI; Fund for Ferraris; Hurricane Sandy Gas Gouging; Ornament-Making

With all the hustle and bustle around Cortlandt and Peekskill, it's easy to miss the big stories.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/dwi-fund-for-ferraris-hurricane-sandy-gas-gouging-ornamentmaking

Police: Man Steals Art From Dead Man, Then Calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.newschannel9.com/news/top-stories/stories/police-man-steals-art-dead-man-then-calls-911-8243.shtml

Building Different Kind of Home for the Holidays

... e living spaces for those in need. This fall the club spackled and painted an apartment in an impoverished area of Peekskill.

http://pleasantville.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/building-different-kind-of-home-for-the-holidays

Weekend Weather: Peekskill Could See a Foot of Snow

The National Weather Service is calling for Cortlandt and Peekskill to see three to five inches of snow Saturday, and another three to seven that night.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/weekend-weather-peekskill-could-see-a-foot-of-snow

PHOTOS: Downtown Peekskill Decked Out for Holidays

Local businesses and organizations are all set for the holiday season, with bright lights and lots of red and green hanging in storefronts. Cortlandt and Peekskill business owners and residents, share photos of your holiday decorations here .

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/holidays/p/photos-downtown-peekskill-decked-out-for-holidays

Review: TC Boyle's 'Stories II'

... a modish figure, whose trademark goatee beard and ear-jewellery enhance the counter-culture image. Born in 1948 in Peekskill, New York, Boyle claims not to have read a book until he was 18. His Irish immigrant parents had little time for literature ...

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John A. Milliner Jr., retired Phillips chef

... Millsboro; three children, John Milliner III and Amelia Brown, both of Pennsylvania and Christopher Kavenaugh of Peekskill, N.Y.; several siblings and a granddaughter, Hydeyah Stone. A funeral service and celebration of his life will be held at 1 ...

http://capegazette.villagesoup.com/p/john-a-milliner-jr-retired-phillips-chef/1091809

Snow: Cancellations, community announcements list

... start at Lester Drive and Orangeburg Road. Full route, more details: http://tinyurl.com/n6ja9ju WESTCHESTER Peekskill: A Winter Parking Weather Alert will be in effect from 8 p.m. Friday until it is rescinded. Overnight parking (8 p.m. to 8 ...

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Man steals art from dead man, then calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.ghanamma.com/man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then-calls-911/

The Etsy Artists of Westchester: Holiday Edition

... we've found trolling around the great halls of Etsy. Among the many vendors from Yorktown Heights, Scarsdale, Peekskill, Rye, Mamaroneck, Pleasantville, Croton, White Plains, Ossining, Port Chester, and Sleepy Hollow, comes one particularly special ...

http://tarrytown.patch.com/groups/holidays/p/the-etsy-artists-of-westchester-holiday-edition_7694f014

PKMS Garden Visited by Krysta Harden, Deputy Secretary of the Department of Agriculture

According to a timeless philosophy, it has been stated that, "if you build it, they will come." In the case of Peekskill Middle School, " it " was a High Tunnel, which was installed in the school's garden thanks to the High Tunnels in Schools Grant. ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/schools/p/pkms-garden-visited-by-krysta-harden-deputy-secretary-of-the-department-of-agriculture

Art stolen from dead man

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.wptv.com/dpp/news/national/hiram-noel-mendez-man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then-calls-911-say-police

Funding Comes for Cortlandt Development Plan

... York. Development of curriculum for unemployed workers and implement it both MHREDC Opportunity Area communities - Peekskill and Brewster. $157,500 for Village of Sleepy Hollow: Rev Sykes Park Improvements. Reverend John Sykes Park, located in the ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/funding-comes-for-cortlandt-development-plan-peekskill

Sykes Playground to Get Real Restrooms

... York. Development of curriculum for unemployed workers and implement it both MHREDC Opportunity Area communities - Peekskill and Brewster. $157,500 for Village of Sleepy Hollow: Rev Sykes Park Improvements. Reverend John Sykes Park, located in the ...

http://tarrytown.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/sykes-playground-to-get-real-restrooms

Boys basketball: Anthony Guerrero leads Peekskill past Ossining; more results

Peekskill's Anthony Guerrero might not have caught anyone's eye with a huge dunk or fade away 3 Thursday at Ossining, but he did what needed to be done to get his team a victory.

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NY man accused in theft of artworks

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July of what police say were natural causes. Police say Cutrone was an artist and onetime assistant to Andy Warhol. ...

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... say that 35-year-old Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor had discovered Ronald Cutrone dead in the artist's Lake Peekskill home and then left without contacting authorities. A New York man is accused of stealing several pieces of artwork from a ...

http://www.myfoxny.com/story/24208936/ny-health-exchange-behind-the-numbers

Case continued in theft from former Warhol assistant

... is charged with second-degree burglary, a felony, and other offenses in the July 20 theft of artwork from the Lake Peekskill home of former Warhol associate Ronald "Ronnie" Cutrone. State police said Mendez was an acquaintance of Cutrone and went ...

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Man steals art from dead Andy Warhol assistant, then calls 911: cops

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://nypost.com/2013/12/12/man-steals-art-from-dead-andy-warhol-assistant-then-calls-911-cops/

Cops: Peekskill Woman Steals 2 Shirts from Sears

A 63-year-old Peekskill woman has been arrested for stealing two shirts from Sears in Yorktown, police said.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/yorktown-cops-peekskill-woman-steals-2-shirts-from-sears-peekskill

Cops: Man steals art from dead man, then calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://gazette.com/cops-man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then-calls-911/article/feed/70138

COPS: Man Stole Art from Andy Warhol's Dead Assistant, Then Called 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2013/12/12/Cops--Man-steals-art-from-dead-man--then-calls-911

Doctor Discusses Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

... available locally in many different stores and can be installed in just a few minutes using only small hand tools. PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- A state Supreme Court judge will decide on Thursday who has the right to appoint a Peekskill judge.

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... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://m.newstimes.com/news/crime/article/Cops-Man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then-calls-911-5057805.php

Doctor Discusses Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

... alled in just a few minutes using only small hand tools. CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- Westchester County Police arrested two Peekskill women for allegedly shoplifting from a Cortlandt Manor department store on Friday, Nov. 29, according to Patch.com.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/doctor-discusses-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

Cortlandt Troopers: Man Finds Artist Friend Dead, Steals Artwork

... Mendez contacted authorities July 20 and reported Ronald Cutrone deceased at his Lake Drive residence in Lake Peekskill. "Mr. Cutrone was an artist who collaborated with Andy Warhol and lived alone," officials said in a statement. "State police ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cortlandt-troopers-man-finds-artist-friend-dead-steals-artwork-before-calling-911

Police: NY man charged with looting art after finding artist dead in home, calling 911 later

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2013/12/12/police-ny-man-charged-with-looting-art-after-finding-artist-dead-in-home/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+foxnews%2Fnational+%28Internal+-+US+Latest+-+Text%29

Cops: Man steals art from dead man, then calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.ydr.com/nation-world/ci_24708818/cops-man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then

Cops: Man steals art from dead man, then calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/12/12/5413246/cops-man-steals-art-from-dead.html

Sr. Joan Caldano, F.S.P., 76, Worked At Mt. St. Francis In Peekskill

... N.J. She was provincial secretary, Director of Ministry and assistant provincial superior at Mt. St. Francis in Peekskill. Her 20 year career at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx included positions as Cancer Care Technician and Patient/Family Advocate. ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/sr-joan-caldano-fsp-76-longtime-yonkers-resident

Cops: Man steals art from dead man, then calls 911

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July. They say Cutrone's death isn't considered suspicious, but the cause of death hasn't been determined pending ...

http://www.timesunion.com/news/crime/article/Cops-Man-steals-art-from-dead-man-then-calls-911-5057805.php

NY man accused in theft of artworks

... before calling 911. State police say Hiram Noel Mendez of Cortlandt Manor found Ronald Cutrone dead at his Lake Peekskill home in July of what police say were natural causes. Authorities say an investigation showed Mendez left Cutrone's home and ...

http://www.wcax.com/story/24201219/ny-man-accused-in-theft-of-artworks

Two Peekskill Women Charged With Shoplifting In Cortlandt

Westchester County Police arrested two Peekskill women for allegedly shoplifting from a Cortlandt Manor department store on Friday, Nov. 29, according to Patch.com .

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/two-peekskill-women-charged-shoplifting-cortlandt

Bay City manager finalist: Richard Finn touts success in creating new jobs, spurring business growth

... allow him to bring to bear the track record he's built up elsewhere, most recently serving as a city manager in Peekskill, N.Y. from 2009 to 2011. "I think I've spent a lot of my time and my municipal government career in economic development types ...

http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2013/12/city_manager_candidate_richard.html

State Court To Decide Dispute Over Peekskill City Judge Appointment

The Peekskill Common Council was set to approve Reginald Johnson as the new Peekskill city judge, replacing William Maher, who has served for more than 25 years and whose 10-year term expires Dec. 31. But Maher has gone to court claiming that the outgoing council had no authority to appoint a new judge and the new common council, inaugurated Jan.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/state-court-decide-dispute-over-peekskill-city-judge-appointment

Don't Miss: Holiday Poems and Harps at the Hat Factory 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/dont-miss-holiday-poems-and-arts-at-the-hat-factory-in-peekskill

Interview schedule and location set for five Bay City manager finalists

... owner and managing partner of a consulting firm. 2:15-3:15 p.m. - Richard M. Finn, previous city manager in Peekskill, N.Y., from 2009 to 2011. The interviews come on the heels of a busy Friday, with candidates set to tour the city from 2:30-4:30 ...

http://www.mlive.com/news/bay-city/index.ssf/2013/12/city_manager_interviews_scheud.html

Deal Reached with Firms to Run Westchester County Buses

... cover two service areas: the 56 routes operated by Liberty Lines and the three routes operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area. Liberty Lines has been the main operator of the county's buses since the mid 1970s. The RFP process was complicated by two ...

http://scarsdale.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/deal-reached-with-firms-to-run-westchester-county-buses_1619f70d

Two Peekskill Women Arrested For Shoplifting In Cortlandt

Westchester County Police arrested two Peekskill women for allegedly shoplifting from a Cortlandt Manor department store on Friday, Nov. 29, according to Patch.com .

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/two-peekskill-women-arrested-shoplifting-cortlandt

Geraldine A. Brown

... Mort, Sandra Lyles, Pauline (Jeff) Cox and Linda (Don) Lear, all of Altoona, and Michael Richard (Patty) Mort of Peekskill, N.Y.; as well as nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Geraldine was a 1967 graduate of Altoona Area High School, ...

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NY: Bee-Line Bus Routes to Stay with Liberty Lines and...

... cover two service areas: the 56 routes operated by Liberty Lines and the three routes operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area. Liberty Lines has been the main operator of the county's buses since the mid 1970s. The RFP process was complicated by two ...

http://www.masstransitmag.com/press_release/11273530/ny-bee-line-bus-routes-to-stay-with-liberty-lines-and-ptla-under-new-contract

Senator wants 24/7 security in the water around Indian Point nuclear plant

PEEKSKILL There has never been an attempt to breach security at a nuclear power plant from the water, and U.S. Senator Charles Schumer says the chance of such an attack is probably less than one percent.

http://www.empirestatenews.net/News2013/20131126-2.htm

Cortlandt man found Warhol assistant dead, stole his art, troopers say

A Cortlandt man who found an artist and one-time assistant to Andy Warhol dead in his Lake Peekskill home earlier this year stole some of his art before notifying authorities , state police said Wednesday.

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Westchester bus contract awarded to Liberty Lines

... includes 59 routes. PTLA Enterprise of Cortlandt will keep the contract for the three lines it already runs around Peekskill. "Our bus system serves about 115,000 weekday riders, and this ensures that service remains dependable at the best possible ...

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Deal Reached with Two Firms to Run Westchester County Bus System

... cover two service areas: the 56 routes operated by Liberty Lines and the three routes operated by PTLA in the Peekskill area. Liberty Lines has been the main operator of the county's buses since the mid 1970s. The RFP process was complicated by two ...

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Gerald V. Gilmartin, Sr., 86, Of Cortlandt Manor. WWII Veteran

... nephews. Calling hours are Thursday, Dec. 12 from 2 to 8 p.m. at Dorsey-Carlone Funeral Home, 1100 Cortlandt St., Peekskill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at St. Columbanus Church, Cortlandt Manor, followed ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/gerald-v-gilmartin-sr-86-cortlandt-manor-wwii-veteran

Star Exemption and Flood Insurance - What You Need to Know Before Year End

... 066&pw_id=10022 Debra Tricarico, Houlihan Lawrence Inc. is proud to support community news & The Peekskill Daily Voice. Contact us to learn more. KATONAH, N.Y. -- Sales of tickets to see New York Yankees Manager Joe Girardi at The Harvey School are ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/star-exemption-and-flood-insurance-what-you-need-know-year-end

Acts of Kindness in Peekskill, Cortlandt; Toys for Tots

2) Do you have an unwrapped gift you're looking to donate to Toys for Tots this holiday season? The Tin Whistle at 620 Washington Street in Peekskill is accepting them through Dec. 20 .

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/acts-of-kindness-in-peekskill-cortlandt-toys-for-tots

Happy Birthday To Peekskill's Peter Bagge

Bagge, a cartoonist, whose best-known work includes the comics "Hate" and "Neat Stuff," was born Dec. 11, 1957.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-peekskill-s-peter-bagge

Gas Pipeline Project Through Peekskill-Cortlandt Area Sparks Forums

A proposed gas pipeline expansion project - Spectra Algonquin's Incremental Market - is expected to go through Rockland County, cross the Hudson River and enter Westchester County near the Indian Point nuclear facility and then continue through Putnam County into Connecticut and through New England.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/proposed-gas-pipeline-project-through-yorktown-somers-sparks-area-forums-peekskill

County Police Blotter: Two Charged in Theft at Cortlandt Store

Two Peekskill women, ages 19 and 20, are accused of stealing "several hundred of dollars worth of sneakers, sleepwear and other merchandise" from a Cortlandt Manor store on Black Friday, officials said.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/county-police-blotter-two-charged-in-theft-at-cortlandt-store

Peekskill Council Approves 2014 City Budget

The Peekskill Common Council recently approved a budget for 2014 that carries a 1.88 percent tax increase, according to theexaminernews.com.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-council-approves-2014-city-budget

Snow; Vote on $6.2M Hen Hud Project; Dog Trainer Talk

... FAQs regarding the project. 3) The National Weather Service is calling for snow before 3 p.m. in Cortlandt and Peekskill. Accumulation will likely be between one and two inches. Expect a high of about 33 degrees. 4) This story about Sunday's 24-car ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/snow-vote-on-62m-hen-hud-project-dog-trainer-talk

Peekskill City Schools Are Closed On Tuesday

The Peekskill City School District is closed in anticipation of a winter storm and inclement weather expected to arrive in the region on Tuesday.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-city-schools-are-closed-tuesday

Youngsters Craft Ornaments in Peekskill

The holiday season is underway at the Field Library in Peekskill. Youngsters made ornaments Monday afternoon.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/holidays/p/youngsters-craft-ornaments-in-peekskill

Do You Or A Loved One Have Sleep Apnea?

... patient through the night to better evaluate their risks and determine the best treatment options," adds Lehrman. PEEKSKILL, N.Y. - The Peekskill School District has delayed the opening of its schools for two hours Monday due to inclement weather.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/do-you-or-loved-one-have-sleep-apnea

Peekskill School District Delays Opening Two Hours Due To Weather

The Hendrick Hudson School District has delayed the opening of schools by two hours Monday as a result of inclement weather.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-school-district-delays-opening-two-hours-due-weather

Clifford Chase, 88, Of Cortlandt, Car-Man, Metro-North Railroad In Croton

... Calling hours are Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the E.O. Curry Funeral Home, Peekskill. A Funeral Service will be offered at 11a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11 at the Van Cortlandtville Community Church, Locust Avenue, Cortlandt Manor, ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/clifford-chase-88-longtime-peekskill-resident

Cortlandt Capital Improvement Plan; Hen Hud Bond Vote; Peekskill Judge

Two winter concerts in Lakeland Central Schools, as well as two PTA meetings and a Walter Panas High School basketball tournament A board of education meeting, a capital project vote and technology , a winter concert and more at Hendrick Hudson Central Schools Weather Expect rain Monday, with temperatures hitting a high of 43 degrees, according to ... (more)

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Maine Comes Back to Tie Brown 3-3

... shot by Brown goalie Monica Elvin for her first goal of the season. Maine brought in goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.) to finish the game. Brown switched goalies bringing in Micaela Ross. Maine came out hot in the third period scoring two ...

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Peekskill Woman Arrested For Shoplifting Tops News This Week

Yorktown Police arrested a Peekskill woman for shoplifting . The suspect was detained after she allegedly attempted to leave a store with three pairs of earrings and a handbag.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-woman-arrested-shoplifting-tops-news-week

On 72nd anniversary, historic site displays special WWII exhibit

Jason Farmer / staff photographer Steamtown National Historic Site volunteer Darren Pitts, dressed as an early WWII solider, talks about military relics to Russell Klesius of Peekskill, N.Y. Across the room, a general in the Army Air Corps stood next to a 1941 Plymouth Staff Car, explaining his role and responsibility in the days and months after ... (more)

http://thetimes-tribune.com/news/on-72nd-anniversary-historic-site-displays-special-wwii-exhibit-1.1597557

Westchester's worship halls to ring with Mandela's words this weekend

... global icon will be the topic of the Rev. Adolphus Lacey's sermon. The pastor of Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Peekskill said he plans to remind parishioners of Mandela's accomplishments in a Sunday service featuring prayers, musical performances ...

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Youth Group Sleepout For Homeless Set For Croton This Weekend

... Sunday, Dec. 8 and will be collecting food, clothing and financial donations to benefit Caring for the Homeless of Peekskill Inc. (CHOP). CHOP's mission is to alleviate hunger and homelessness in the community by providing temporary housing for ...

http://briarcliff.dailyvoice.com/news/youth-group-sleepout-homeless-set-croton-weekend

Sleepout For Homeless Set For Croton This Weekend

... Sunday, Dec. 8 and will be collecting food, clothing and financial donations to benefit Caring for the Homeless of Peekskill Inc. (CHOP). CHOP's mission is to alleviate hunger and homelessness in the community by providing temporary housing for ...

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/sleepout-homeless-set-croton-weekend

Grammy Winner to Perform in Peekskill Saturday

Grammy award winning trumpet stylist Shunzo Ohno-a Japanese native who has overcome life-threatening throat cancer and serious injuries sustained in a car crash-is performing at The BeanRunner Cafe in Peekskill this weekend.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/grammy-winner-to-perform-in-peekskill-saturday

Grammy-Award Winner Brings Talents To Peekskill

Internationally acclaimed jazz trumpeter, composer and Grammy Award-winner Shunzo Ohno will perform at the Beanrunner Cafe in Peekskill on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 8 p.m. Shunzo was injured in a car accident severing his lips and sustaining a concussion and later he was diagnosed with stage four throat cancer.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/events/grammy-award-winner-brings-talents-peekskill

Tax Watch: Old assessments really are unfair

... to reject the initiative. Meanwhile, five other municipalities -- Mount Kisco, North Salem, New Castle, Peekskill and Pleasantville -- are still considering it, Greenburgh Assessor Eyde McCarthy told Tax Watch. McCarthy has spearheaded the ...

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County must aid child care efforts

I am the owner of a day care center in Peekskill. I have been in this business for about 13 years and I enjoy what I do.

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Online Campaign Aimed at Raising Money for Montrose's Ferrari Family

... and musician Joe Duraes is a family friend of the Ferraris. He is hosting a fundraiser at his Dec. 13 show at the Peekskill Coffee House . All CD and merchandise sales will go to the family. The event begins at 7 p.m. -- Please join Patch in sending ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/online-campaign-aimed-at-raising-money-for-montroses-ferrari-family

James Ferrari, Westchester's Lone Derailment Victim, Is Mourned

... Ferrari family. Musician Joe Duraes, a friend of the family, will be hosting a fundraiser for the Ferraris at the Peekskill Coffee House on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. All CD and merchandise sales will go to the family.

http://tarrytown.dailyvoice.com/news/james-ferrari-westchesters-lone-derailment-victim-mourned

James Ferrari, Montrose Derailment Victim, Mounred

... Ferrari family. Musician Joe Duraes, a friend of the family, will be hosting a fundraiser for the Ferraris at the Peekskill Coffee House on Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. All CD and merchandise sales will go to the family.

http://harrison.dailyvoice.com/news/james-ferrari-montrose-derailment-victim-mounred

Westchester Residents Express Support For Child Care Funding Changes in 2014 Budget

... and business owners attended the two public hearings on the Proposed 2014 Budget that the BOL hosted last month in Peekskill and Yonkers. The three public hearings and numerous department-by-department budget presentations were all streamed 'live' ...

http://whiteplains.patch.com/groups/westchester-board-of-legislators-democratic-caucuss-blog/p/westchester-residents-express-support--for-child-care-funding-changes-in-2014-budget

Peekskill Fencing Center -- Two on the National Points List

We are proud to announce that we know have two members of Peekskill Fencing Center on the National Points List.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/peekskill-fencing-center---olympic-style-fencing-/p/peekskill-fencing-center--two-on-the-national-points-list

Don't Miss: Holiday Boutique, Family Gift-Making, Live Music

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/dont-miss-holiday-boutique-family-giftmaking-live-music

'Restaurant Stakeout' rescues 12 Grapes Wine Bar in Peekskill, N.Y.

Willie met with Rich and Jeannie Credidio, owners of this restaurant with a music venue.

http://www.examiner.com/article/restaurant-stakeout-rescues-12-grapes-wine-bar-peekskill-n-y?cid=rss

Metro-North derailment: Yorktown woman among 11 still hospitalized

... just have to concentrate on getting her better." Quin Brucaj said her mother had taken the 6:35 a.m. train out of Peekskill to go to her housekeeping job at a midtown hotel. She was sleeping at the time of the crash and only recalls hearing a loud ...

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Yorktown Native Named New Director at Peekskill Library

By Ashley Tarr: A Yorktown native has been named the new director at The Field Library in Peekskill.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/yorktown-native-named-new-director-at-peekskill-library

Bronx derailment: 7 hours commuting and other tales

... was in the same train station as Rapetti Tuesday waiting for a transfer home in the opposite direction, to Lake Peekskill. Elmardi said her ride home should take 1 1/2 hours and Monday night it took three hours. Stephen Foley, a Poughkeepsie ...

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Peekskill's 'This Is Me' Foundation Sends Best Wishes for December

The Peekskill-based "This Is Me Foundation" wished its 14,212 Facebook fans a happy December Monday with a note and a Thanksgiving photo.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/peekskills-this-is-me-foundation-sends-best-wishes-for-december

A Miracle of Chanukah

A story of faith.... December 21 at the Bielecki home, Peekskill, New York... "Aw, do we hafta?" Ben whined as his mother ushered him and his sibs into the living room.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/12/02/1259628/-A-Miracle-of-Chanukah

Happy Birthday To Peekskill's Tom Coraghessan Boyle

Boyle, a novelist and short story writer, was born Dec. 2, 1948. He is also known as T.C. Boyle.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-peekskill-s-tom-coraghessan-boyle

City Budget Adoption; 'Connector Building' in Peekskill Historic District; Weather

Peekskill City School District Board of Education meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 [ on the agenda : tenure recommendations and more] Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Winter Concert 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, George Washington Elementary School Concert 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 Furnace Woods Elementary School winter concerts 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 9 ... (more)

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/week-ahead-dec1

Popular Band Brings Unscripted Act To Paramount In Peekskill

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Terry Adams wishes he could tell fans of NRBQ what songs the group will play when it makes its first visit to Paramount Theater Hudson Valley on Saturday, Dec. 7. The truth is even Adams doesn't know.

http://lewisboro.dailyvoice.com/events/popular-band-brings-unscripted-act-paramount-peekskill

NRBQ and The Nighthawks One Night Only In New York at The Paramount

... is the famous blues band, The Nighthawks . This double dose of roots rock legends is certain to light up downtown Peekskill. The visionary and renowned keyboardist, Terry Adams, has wrangled together another all-star band that lives up to the legacy ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/paramount-hudson-valley-/p/nrbq-and-the-nighthawks-one-night-only-in-new-york-at-the-paramount

New Library Director Excited to be in 'Vibrant' Peekskill Community

The Field Library in Peekskill has a new director. Laura Wolven, who previously worked in the children's department at Spring Valley's Finkelstein Memorial Library in Rockland County, started just about a month ago.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/new-library-director-excited-to-be-in-vibrant-peekskill-community

4 dead, more than 40 injured in NYC train derail nightmare

... involved in Sunday's crash serve Metro-North's Hudson line, including station stops in bedroom communities like Peekskill, Croton-Harmon, Ossining, Dobbs Ferry and Yonkers. For now, sound-bound Hudson line riders are being stopped at Tarrytown, ...

http://nypost.com/2013/12/01/metro-north-train-derails-in-the-bronx/

'Many injures' in Metro-North train derailment

... side. The tracks involved serves Metro-North's Hudson line, with stops in upstate communities like Poughkeepsie, Peekskill, Croton-Harmon, Ossining, Dobbs Ferry and Yonkers. The train originated out of Poughkeepsie, departing at 5:54 a.m. and was ...

http://www.myfoxny.com/story/24104993/metro-north-train-derails

Peekskill Student's Win In Business Skills Olympics Tops News This Week

One of the four dogs thought to be lost in the devastating fire that burned 3784 Wildwood St., Yorktown to the ground possibly survived and may have been spotted in Cortlandt.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-student-s-win-business-skills-olympics-tops-news-week