Ceremony for Four Chaplains Happening in Peekskill Monday

The American Legion and the City of Peekskill will pay tribute to the Four Chaplains -who sacrificed their lives to save those of civilians and military members as the USAT Dorchester sank Feb. 3, 1943-during a ceremony Monday .

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Latest Attempt To Block Peekskill Methadone Clinic Fails

Peekskill City officials' most recent attempt to block the opening of a methadone clinic have failed, according to LoHud.com.

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Pace Basketball Set For White Out, Alumni Day

... The Setters play their first home game on Saturday, March 8 when they host Merrimack in a doubleheader at noon. PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Peekskill City officials' most recent attempt to block the opening of a methadone clinic have failed, according to ...

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Corrections and clarifications

... Trust . * Our obituary of the folk musician Pete Seeger (29 January, page 37) said his long-term home was in Peekskill, New York . In fact it was a little further up the Hudson river in the city of Beacon. 1/15 We misnamed the director of the Little ...

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Peekskill thwarted in attempt to block methadone clinic

... Hudson Valley Hospital Center in Cortlandt. "With all the (heroin) overdoses that have been occurring not just in Peekskill but in that general area, it's obvious that there are some issues," said Bill Magwood, chief executive of Renaissance, as he ...

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Suspected heroin overdose kills Buchanan man, 23

... worked as a sheet metal worker. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday at the Church of the Assumption in Peekskill. Visiting hours will be held today, Thursday, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cortlandt Funeral Home in Verplanck. A day ...

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Veterans group says military suicide rate is 'out of control'

... hearing this winter on the link between sexual assaults in the military and suicides. Rieckhoff, 39, a native of Peekskill, served in Iraq as an Army first lieutenant in 2003-2004. He also served at Ground Zero after the 2001 terrorist attacks as a ...

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Richard M. Finn, Bay City's pick to become next manager, to send second counteroffer this week

... Finn has managed cities similar in size and scope to Bay City - including two cities that have waterfronts - A A" Peekskill, N.Y., and Sandusky, Ohio.

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Cops Find Heroin During Surveillance in Peekskill Parking Lot

A 54-year-old Peekskill resident is facing felony and misdemeanor charges in connection with a heroin discovery that occurred in a local parking lot, according to authorities.

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Memories of Pete Seeger - " and his boat

... up the Hudson. Seeger didn't sail with us often. Instead, he'd stop by when we were close by his home town of Peekskill, N.Y., to drop off homemade bread, wash dishes, or spend an hour chopping firewood. Often as not, he'd then pull out his famous ...

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Arena Stage presents Daniel Beaty's potent one-man play about Paul Robeson

... bio-play. This is nowhere more striking than in the powerful scene about the 1949 concert Robeson gave in Peekskill, N.Y., where a peaceful audience of thousands was viciously attacked by a mob of anti-communists, anti-blacks, anti-Semites. Beaty's ...

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The West Point Band's Jazz Knights Visit PKMS

On Tuesday, January 28, our Peekskill Middle School students were treated to a special show from a few of The West Point Band's Jazz Knights.

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It's Always More Than the House: The World of Fabulous Outbuildings

... more in that welcoming spot. Karen Benvin Ransom, Houlihan Lawrence Inc. is proud to support community news & The Peekskill Daily Voice. Contact us to learn more. An accident has blocked the left lane of the northbound Sprain Brook Parkway between ...

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Memories of Pete Seeger and his boat

... up the Hudson. Seeger didn't sail with us often. Instead, he'd stop by when we were close by his home town of Peekskill, N.Y., to drop off homemade bread, wash dishes, or spend an hour chopping firewood. Often as not, he'd then pull out his famous ...

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Memories of Pete Seeger i 1 2 and his boat

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Day care wins most support

... condition has been the source of many neighborhood complaints. The day-care center has locations in Monroe and Peekskill, N.Y., and until last week, a location in Trumbull. The Trumbull site closed because the landlord has new plans for the ...

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... condition has been the source of many neighborhood complaints. The day-care center has locations in Monroe and Peekskill, N.Y., and until last week, a location in Trumbull. The Trumbull site closed because the landlord has new plans for the ...

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Hen Hud's Elementary Math Night; Torah Studies; 24-Degrees in Peekskill

2) Chabad of Yorktown is in its second season of its Torah Studies course . Class is tonight from 7:30 to 8:30 .

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Rosemary Clarkin, 82, Of Peekskill, Teacher, Hillcrest Elementary School

... and St. John's University in 1953. She was a remedial reading teacher at Assumption School and was elected to the Peekskill Board of Education in 1983 where she served as its first female president. In 1988, she returned to the classroom and ended ...

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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 ...

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Memories of Pete Seeger - and his boat

... up the Hudson. Seeger didn't sail with us often. Instead, he'd stop by when we were close by his home town of Peekskill, N.Y., to drop off home-made bread, wash dishes, or spend an hour chopping firewood. Often as not, he'd then pull out his famous ...

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Thoughts For Pete Seeger Are Especially Strong In Peekskill

Seeger, who died at the age of 94 on Monday , was part of a concert that formed the backdrop of the Peekskill Riots .

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Heroin busts in Putnam, Peekskill as Schumer seeks federal aid; drug forum planned

As Sen. Charles Schumer on Monday called on the federal government to declare Dutchess County a high-intensity drug-trafficking area, police in Putnam Valley and Peekskill reported heroin arrests and seizures.

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Come in, She Said Ia ll Give You Shelter from the Cold. How to Get County Homeless Services

... . Families seeking shelter after hours or during weekends should contact DSS Emergency Services at (914) 995-2099. Peekskill and Surrounding Area Jan Peek Shelter (Co-ed facility) 200 North Water St. Peekskill (914) 736-2636 Accessible by Bee-Line ...

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Paul Robeson Through His Words and Music

... and he was a highly controversial figure in this country. In 1949, there were riots associated with his concert in Peekskill. Derrick McQueen received a degree in Theater Arts from Drew University where he was a soloist for the Drew University ...

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Maine Defeats Providence 1-0 in the 8th Annual Skating Strides Game

... . Providence outshot Maine 11-6 in the third period but couldn't get the puck by Maine goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.). Providence was 0-2 on the power play in the third period.

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From the archive: Mike Levine on Pete Seeger: 'The lion in his winter still roars'

... Seeger served in World War II, then came back and lived with Guthrie in Greenwich Village. In 1948, coming up to a Peekskill political rally with Paul Robeson, Seeger was stoned by Klansmen while the cops winked. A rock just missed his baby boy's ...

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MOVAPA Concert; No PHS Parents Club Meeting; 20-Degrees in Peekskill

2) Tonight's Peekskill High School Parents Club meeting has been canceled. 3) Expect mostly sunny skies and a high of about 20-degrees in Peekskill, according to the National Weather Service .

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Find A Job In Peekskill

A jackknifed tracktor trailor has resulted in the closure of the exit ramp between I-684 North between Hardscrabble Road and I-84 on Tuesday morning.

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Byram Hills High School Student Jessica Occhiogrosso decided to work on a science project that hit very close to home. PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Peekskill Common Council member Vivian McKenzie, who runs Kathleen's Tea Room in Peekskill, is on her way to the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 2.

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Westchester Business Among Caterers For Super Bowl VIPs

Peekskill Common Council member Vivian McKenzie, who runs Kathleen's Tea Room in Peekskill, is on her way to the Super Bowl on Sunday, Feb. 2. Kathleen's Tea Room, an English-style tea room, was selected by Business Connect and Party Planners West to serve as one of the caterers for the VIP Tailgate Party at MetLife Stadium.

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Peekskill Woman, 26, Charged With DWI

Sarah T. Moranski, of Peekskill, was arrested on Saturday, Jan. 25 after state troopers from Cortlandt saw her failing to show intent to change lanes by signaling for the required distance, state police said.

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Yonkers '86 cyanide death reignited '82 Tylenol scare

... Michael Notarnicola, returned to his home at 62 Ardell Road in Yonkers after a night at the movies. Elsroth, a Peekskill resident and the daughter of a New York state police lieutenant, had a headache and was also taking antibiotics for an ...

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Legendary Folk Singer, Activist Pete Seeger Dies At 94

... River Sloop Clearwater, which he co-founded in 1966. The longtime civil rights activist appeared in concert at Peekskill's Paramount Theater in September 2013. His activist roots in Westchester and Putnam counties were deep. A report by the WMAC ...

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... to be happy." Johnsson and her husband, Ken, own Child's World Academy , which has day care centers in Monroe and Peekskill, N.Y. They are seeking a special exception from the TPZ to open the day care center at the vacant market building. A hearing ...

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Peekskill man, 54, tried to hide 49 bags of heroin inside vacuum cleaner

A city man was caught with 49 bags of heroin in his car Friday night by officers who were conducting surveillance in a parking lot known for drug activity, police said.

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Cortlandt Hospital Celebrates 125th Anniversary With Acts of Kindness

... The event recognized Nancy Montgomery and her husband, the late Jim Lovell of Cold Spring, Ellen Buccatello of Peekskill and a team of hospital employees who led the annual Santa's Helpers holiday gift drive. Lovell, who died in the Metro North ...

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Troopers charge 8 with DWI in Westchester, Putnam

... driving while intoxicated about 3:30 a.m. Saturday on Interstate 287 in Rye. Sarah T. Moranski, 26, of Peekskill was charged with misdemeanor driving while intoxicated and having no license, a violation, about 4:20 a.m. Saturday on East Main Street ...

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'Original Taxcappers' in Cortlandt; College, Financial Aid Workshops; Wintry Mix

Here's what's going on in Cortlandt and Peekskill this week: Monday, Jan. 27 City of Peekskill Committee of the Whole and Common Council meetings at 7 and 7:30 p.m., respectively [ On the agendas : an American Legion presentation, liaison reports, Feb. 3 as a city-wide Day of Remembrance in honor of the Four Chaplains and tax anticipation notes] ... (more)

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Metro-North Adds Extra Trains In Westchester For Super Bowl Events

... will run an extra express train departing Poughkeepsie at 9:47 a.m. and making stops at New Hamburg, Beacon, Peekskill, Croton-Harmon and Harlem-125th Street and arriving at Grand Central Terminal at 11:25 a.m. This train is shaded light green in ...

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Distance Learning Program Presents New Opportunities for PHS Students

A bell rings at Peekskill High School and students make their way to classes as usual.

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Maine Falls to Northeastern 4-3

... team fell to Northeastern 4-3 in overtime on Friday night in Boston, Mass. Sophomore goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.) made 34 saves for the Black Bears. The Black Bears and the Huskies battled in the first period but neither team got on ...

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... to be happy." Johnsson and her husband, Ken, own Child's World Academy, which has day care centers in Monroe and Peekskill, N.Y. They are seeking a special exception from the TPZ to open the day care center at the vacant market building. A hearing ...

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Hearing set Tuesday for day-care center proposed at former Stratfield Market site

... to be happy." Johnsson and her husband, Ken, own Child's World Academy , which has day care centers in Monroe and Peekskill, N.Y. They are seeking a special exception from the TPZ to open the day care center at the vacant market building. A hearing ...

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Police Warning Against Scam Artists Tops Peekskill News This Week

Authorities are warning Peekskill residents to be mindful of scam artists looking to bilk money out of homeowners, according to CBS New York.

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Janet B. Samuelson

... Friday, January 24, 2014, at the Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville. She was born on February 7, 1929, in Peekskill, NY, the daughter of the late Edgar and Bernice Hull Wood. She was a graduate of Peekskill High School. Survivors include her ...

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Local Family Homeless After Fire; Army Pilot's Death; Frozen Pipes

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

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Snow Could Make Roadways Slick In Peekskill

Snow showers should arrive in the region after 1 p.m., with an 80 percent chance of precipitation continuing throughout the rest of the day.

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Save-the-Date Video Featuring Peekskill Native, Fiance Goes Viral

... absolutely love the video and have been posting it and sharing it all over the place," said Amy, who grew up in Peekskill. "We have gotten so much love and support since we sent it out and again when it went viral." The video features two little ...

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Bay City Commission continues negotiations with city manager choice Richard M. Finn

... t that Finn has managed cities similar in size and scope to Bay City - including two cities that had waterfronts - Peekskill, N.Y., and Sandusky, Ohio.

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George L. Durr, 84, Of Buchanan, Construction Consultant

Durr was born Jan. 18, 1930, in Peekskill, to Markus and Veronica Durr. He was self-employed from 1948 to 1967 in construction building many things in the area.

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Cortlandt State Police: 17 Businesses Pass Underage Alcohol Inspection

All 17 businesses checked during an Alcoholic Beverage Control Law inspection in the Peekskill-Cortlandt area were found to be in compliance with the law, according to police.

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Children's Theater Company Performing In Peekskill

It will be performing a musical adaptation of Dr. Seuss' Yertle the Turtle along with a musical called Change Reaction on Saturday, Feb. 1 and Sunday, Feb. 2 and Saturday, Feb 8. and Sunday, Feb. 9 at 3 p.m at the Ford Theater at 1031 Elm Street in Peekskill.

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Jan. 24: Political diversity, Mayor de Blasio and the snow storm

Former Gov. George Pataki and Gov. Cuomo discuss the recommendations of Cuomo's tax reform commission at Manhattanville College in Purchase, N.Y. Peekskill, N.Y.: Contrary to the message coming from the highest levels of our all-Democratic state government, New Yorkers cherish diversity, including diversity of thought and opinion.

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Girls basketball: Garnets picking up victories, confidence; more results

... Egan and Alanna Morque, plus a lock-down defensive squad that should serve them well in February. Reigning champ Peekskill returned everyone from last year and the Beacon Bulldogs have been just as impressive. With so many teams in contention for ...

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Police Warn Of Scam Artists Targeting Peekskill Homeowners

Authorities are warning Peekskill residents to be mindful of scam artists looking to bilk money out of homeowners, according to CBS New York.

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Visions for Vacancies

... a strip mall with a nail salon, a hair salon and a dry cleaner, and there is a "For Rent" sign in the window. So, Peekskill and Cortlandt folks, the question is: What would you like to see in that space? What would do well there? Please leave your ...

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PHS Interact Club Teams up with Briarcliff SPCA

The Peekskill High School Interact Club is a club devoted to doing volunteer work in Peekskill and neighboring communities.

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William A. Mauro, 84, Former Montrose Resident

... River; children, Vicki (George) Smith of Buchanan, William A. (Amy) Mauro, Jr. of Montrose and Stephen Mauro of Peekskill; sister, Maryanne DelDuco of Florida; six grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was ...

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Douglas Kruppenbacher, Lakeland High School Grad, Dies at 49

From the Yorktown Funeral Home: Douglas Kruppenbacher, of Croton-on-Hudson, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Jan. 21. He was 49. Kruppenbacher, a Lakeland High School graduate, was born on Aug. 19, 1964 in Peekskill to Karl and Rosemarie Kruppenbacher.

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Don't Miss These 3 Weekend Events

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.

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Miss Italia Peekskill Wins Swimsuit Award At Miss New York Pageant

Manginelli won Miss Italia Peekskill to earn her way into the New York contest. She won the Best Swimsuit Award and placed in the top 20. The Best Swimsuit award is given to the contestant which shows the best physically fit body, which includes a healthy body.

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Boys basketball: Putnam Valley gets first win vs. Peekskill

The Putnam Valley basketball program began in 2002, so it has been privy to neighboring Peekskill's run of dominance in Section 1 and beyond.

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Home Repair Scam Artists Target Peekskill Residents

As CBS 2's Lou Young reported, the scammers have been targeting residents of Peekskill, soliciting business at their homes.

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Pike Creek: Plowing, sanding and sledding in the cold

... Lindsay, 11, sledded down the hill. "If she wants to do it, I'll do it for her," he said. A transplant from Peekskill, N.Y., 15 years ago, he said he'd been used to this sort of weather. "I actually like the winter," he said. "Funny, I called up ...

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Cortlandt State Police Arrest Woman For Petit Larceny

State Police from the Cortlandt barracks charged a Lake Peekskill woman with petit larceny on Sunday, Jan. 19, police officials said.

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WMC Profiles In Healthcare: Mary Reiser, RN

... to share this with all of your friends. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Hendrick Hudson, Lakeland, Ossining, Peekskill and Yorktown school districts have announced delayed openings Wednesday following Tuesday's snowstorm. Hen Hud and Ossining will ...

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'Challenging' Winter Weather: How Yorktown Schools Make Decisions

... diffferent lengths of time. Some can travel all the way to the Ossining border, the Mt. Kisco or the Cortlandt and Peekskill borders. Jackie Carbone, president of the Yorktown school board, said she wants residents to know that even if Route 202 has ...

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Skating Strides Success On and Off the Ice

... e hockey team had success on the ice with a 1-0 win over Providence College. Sophomore goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.) had her first career shutout and sophomore Audra Richards (Maplewood, Minn.) scored Maine's winning goal.

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Valerie Bynum Jennings, 67, Former Peekskill Resident

Jennings was born Feb. 14, 1946, to Lillian and Louis Sinclair Bynum. She served on the Peekskill School Board from 1982 to 1991.

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Eugene F. Manzella, 92, Of Peekskill, Tailor

... by his children, Frank Manzella of Carmel, Adele (Michael) Lasco of Cortlandt Manor and Lucille Gilbert of Peekskill; four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Rosemarie Avezzano of Ardsley; and brother, John Manzella of Somers. He was ...

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Three-Hour Delay in Peekskill; Two Field Library Programs

2) The Field Library in Peekskill is slated to host two programs today: Book Babies and Library Demystified Computer Class.

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Hen Hud, Lakeland, Ossining, Peekskill, Yorktown Have Delayed Openings

Hen Hud and Ossining will have a two-hour delayed opening. Lakeland, Peekskill and Yorktown will have three-hour delayed opening.

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Peekskill cops warn of unlicensed door-to-door solicitors

A rash of reports of solicitors going door to door without the city's peddling permit has police asking residents to demand to see the permit from anyone who knocks on their door.

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Peekskill Dogs Enjoy the Snow

A Peekskill resident submitted this video Tuesday afternoon of her dogs Ginger and Lucky enjoying the snow at their Peekskill home.

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Peekskill Man Charged With Wrong-Way Driving, DWI

New York State Troopers from the Cortlandt barracks arrested after observing a Peekskill man driving on the wrong side of Route 9 on Friday, Jan. 17, police officials said.

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City of Peekskill: How to Prevent Pipes from Freezing

... weather again this week-we're talking single-digits-there's an increased risk of pipes freezing. The City of Peekskill has shared on its website tips on how to avoid that situation, and the "needless expense and aggravation" that comes with it. Here ...

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PHS Teen Makes National Magazine

We are ecstatic here at Peekskill High School and at the Mercury to report the news that our very own Peekskill Red Devil, Chelsea Ogindo has made NATIONAL NEWS in Running Times Magainze!!!! Please click the link below or www.phsnewspaper.org to read the article!

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Realtor Follows Her Own Advice In Quick Sale Of Her Own Home

... shovel snow is a good thing." Kerry Fedigan, Douglas Elliman Real Estate is proud to support community news & The Peekskill Daily Voice. Contact us to learn more. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm ...

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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 ...

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Winter Storm Warning: Hen Hud, Lakeland Schools Dismissing Early

... A winter storm warning is in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday. The National Weather Service is calling for snow in Peekskill to start Tuesday afternoon, with one to three inches of daytime accumulation. Temperatures will hit a high of about 21-degrees. ...

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Maine Defeats Providence 1-0 in the 8th Annual Skating Strides Game

... . Providence outshot Maine 11-6 in the third period but couldn't get the puck by Maine goalie Meghann Treacy (Lake Peekskill, N.Y.). Providence was 0-2 on the power play in the third period.

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Troopers Stop Drunken Wrong-Way Driver on Route 9

A 62-year-old Peekskill man is accused of getting behind the wheel while intoxicated and driving on the wrong side of the road, state police from the Cortlandt barracks said.

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Yorktown Cops: Peekskill Man, 18, Steals Scarf Valued at $42

An 18-year-old Peekskill man is accused of stealing a scarf from Macy's on New Year's Day, Yorktown police said.

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What's Closed for MLK, Jr. Day; Peekskill's 75th Anniversary; Early Dismissal

... Banks, government offices, libraries and schools will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The Peekskill Area Pastors Association is hosting an event at 3 p.m. Monday at the Peekskill Middle School. An interfaith youth choir is ...

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Troopers Stop Drunken Wrong-Way Driver on Route 9

A 62-year-old Peekskill man is accused of getting behind the wheel while intoxicated and driving on the wrong side of the road, state police from the Cortlandt barracks said.

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a Tallest Treea is slick, sober drama

... FBI starts hassling him and when whipped-up jingoists trigger the notorious riot during a concert appearance in Peekskill, N.Y. Beaty does mine Robeson's troubling shades of gray during a tense Cold War encounter with a Jewish poet friend imprisoned ...

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Next stop, Bay City: Richard Finn faces lofty to-do list as...

... on average salaries in Michigan cities of similar size. Finn was paid about $160,000 per year at his last job in Peekskill, N.Y., but made it clear to the City Commission that he wasn't expecting that kind of salary in Bay City, said Shannon. "That ...

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Crack Cocaine Possession Charges Tops Peekskill News This Week

Peekskill resident and winner of the Miss Italia Peekskill Pageant, Nadia Manginelli , will compete in the Miss New York USA Pageant on Saturday, Jan. 18 and Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College.

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Cops: Drunken driver, 62, was going nearly twice speed limit in wrong direction

... 9 at nearly twice the speed limit Friday was charged with drunk driving, state police said. Lonnie C. Roberts, of Peekskill, not only was driving at 90 mph in a 55 mph zone but his vehicle was traveling north on the southbound lanes of Route 9 ...

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Crack Cocaine on Main Street; MLK, Jr. Program; Stolen Car; Stabbing

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

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Recently Engaged? Just Married? Share Your News on Patch

... a Patch account? Look for the "Join" link near the top right corner of this page. Once you've signed in, go to Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch's Announcements Board and click in the box where you see the words "What do you want to share?" Or visit this ...

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South wins Metcalf Bowl

... Westchester star power like Ossining's Jalay Knowles, Masters' Naya Williams, Rye Country Day's Tara Berger and Peekskill's Lanay Rodney, it's possible for Castaldo to be overlooked. Not by Brian Metcalf. "Laura is the MVP of the entire section, ...

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Peekskill Police Seek Anonymous Public Input In Crime Survey

The Peekskill Police Department is asking residents to complete a survey to learn about real and perceived public safety and crime issues with the goal of improving the department's services to the community.

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Two Men Sentenced In Peekskill Fatal Stabbing

Two men were sentenced to prison in connection with a fatal stabbing in Peekskill in 2012, according to LoHud.com.

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Habitat Volunteers Hold a Build-A-Thon in Westchester

... volunteers will work on veteran's homes in Yonkers, painting projects in New Rochelle and working on a condo in Peekskill. Another New Rochelle project is replacing siding at the Faith in Temple Church of God in Christ. Executive Director Jim ...

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Deadline Approaching for Peekskill Community Survey

Monday is the last chance for local folks to complete the online Peekskill Community Survey on Crime and Public Safety, according to this post by Kelli Henry, Ph.D , the principal investigator of the study.

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Florence Weisner,94, Longtime Buchanan Resident

Weisner was born May 5, 1919, to Winifred and Wallace Gardner. She worked as a telephone operator in Peekskill until her retirement in 1981.

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Miss Italia Peekskill To Compete In Miss New York USA Pageant

Peekskill resident and winner of the Miss Italia Peekskill Pageant, Nadia Manginelli, will compete in the Miss New York USA Pageant on Saturday, Jan. 18 and Sunday, Jan. 19 at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College.

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What's Closed In Peekskill On MLK Day

Here's a look at what will be closed in Peekskill on Monday, Jan. 20 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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Peekskill Area Pastors to Host Interfaith Program Honoring MLK, Jr.

In light of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday , the Peekskill Area Pastors Association is hosting a variety of activities, all with a common theme: the power of diversity and unity.

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Peekskill Community Survey on Crime and Public Safety

Please remember to complete the Peekskill Community Survey on Crime and Public Safety online at http://ift.tt/1dnQjBX by 11:59 Monday, January 20th!

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Tax Watch: STAR relief may wink out for 33,000 in region

... paid the state $19,023 after it was discovered he had STAR exemptions on a rental property in Mount Vernon and his Peekskill home. Just how many of the 33,000 who failed to register may end up being bogus exemptions remains to be seen. Some ...

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Two men get prison time in fatal stabbing outside Peekskill barbershop

Two men were sentenced to prison time Thursday after being convicted in the fatal attack of a 23-year-old man in Peekskill in November 2012.

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Two Sentenced in Fatal Peekskill Stabbing

The two men charged in connection with the fatal November 2012 stabbing outside a Peekskill barbershop are set to serve prison time, the Westchester County district attorney's office said.

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Two Peekskill Residents Arrested On Crack Cocaine Charges

Police arrested two Peekskill residents after crack cocaine was found during a routine traffic stop, according to a Patch.com report.

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Couple Enlists Kids to Re-Enact Love Story for Ultimate 'Save the Date' Video

... him try new foods and eventually Cain, originally from Mobile, Ala., converting DeChristopher, originally from Peekskill, N.Y., into an Alabama football fan. "It was super challenging for us," Cain explained about trying to get the children to focus ...

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Weeklong Martin Luther King Jr.'s Build-A-Thon Starts January 17th...

... night in a place where they can call home," said Habitat Executive Director Jim Killorin. Habitat will build from Peekskill to Yonkers, helping people make the dream of home ownership come true, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Included in his ...

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Vera A. Conklin, 83, Of Cortlandt, Worked For Cortlandt Lanes Bowling Alley

... Conklin Jr. and Arthur Conklin. Calling hours are Friday, Jan. 17 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the E.O. Curry Funeral Home, Peekskill, where a celebration of her life will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 followed by interment in Hillside Cemetery, ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/vera-conklin-83-peekskill

'Cast Your Hand' in Peekskill; Recreation Programs in Cortlandt

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.

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Peekskill Kung-Fu Group To Perform At Chinese New Year Celebration

... lantern or a traditional banner decorated with calligraphy. Then, at 11:15 a.m., members of Kwan's Kung Fu of Peekskill will perform a traditional Lion Dance, believed in Chinese culture to scare away evil spirits and to bring good luck. The lion ...

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Galef Changes Ossining Meeting Venue To Library

... Library, 10 Morris Avenue, Cold Spring, NY 10516 Thursday, Jan. 30, 7-9 p.m., The Field Library, 4 Nelson Avenue, Peekskill, NY 10566 (Senior Nutrition Room on the Main Level) For more information, residents can contact the Assemblywoman's office by ...

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Peekskill Considers Parking Fee Increase

A proposal to increase parking fees from 50 cents to 75 cents was presented to the Peekskill Common Council recently, according to theexaminernews.com.

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Putnam, Rockland, Westchester sharing $8.5M for transportation alternatives

... government and administered by the state Department of Transportation. Other recipients include the city of Peekskill, which is slated to receive $788,000 for streetscaping, and the town of Pound Ridge being awarded $1.48 million to improve bicycle ...

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Longtime Resident, a Former Cortlandt Lanes Employee, Dies at 83

Vera Conklin, a longtime resident of the Peekskill-Cortlandt area who loved bowling, died Monday at the age of 83. That's according to her obituary, which is posted on the website for E.O. Curry Funeral Home in Peekskill.

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Cops Find Crack Cocaine During Traffic Stop on Main Street in Peekskill

Two Peekskill residents-a 56-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man-were arrested on drug possession charges at about 2 a.m. Wednesday after police stopped them for a routine traffic violation.

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Internet Basics Workshop in Peekskill; Patchy Fog; 2013 Tax Returns

2) The Field Library is hosting a workshop this morning on Internet basics. 3) A day made for us: Patchy fog, says the National Weather Service.

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Kaplowitz Announces Westchester Board of Legislators Committee Members

... said he worked closely with Majority Leader Catherine Borgia (D-Ossining) and Minority Leader John Testa (R-Peekskill) to place legislators in Committees "where their unique skill sets, talents and interests would match the objectives of the ...

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Beading Workshop at Hen Hud Library; More Rain; Potholes in Peekskill

1) Patch wants to know: Where are the potholes in Peekskill ? 2) Joan Lloyd, a local woman who makes hundreds of pairs of earrings for battered women, is hosting a beading workshop tonight at the Hendrick Hudson Free Library. 3) Another balmy day, ...

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Find A Job In Peekskill

Yorktown High School senior Kayla Lonergan, 18, will be competing as a finalist in the 2014 Miss New York Teen USA Pageant.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-peekskill-45

Testa Named Westchester County Legislator Minority Leader

... minority leader by the GOP caucus last week. Testa, who will serve as the spokesperson for the GOP, represents Peekskill, Cortlandt and Yorktown. "I will be looking out for the well being of my caucus members and staff," Testa said. "I am proud to ...

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/testa-named-westchester-county-legislator-minority-leader

Peekskill Woman Allegedly Steals Merchandise From Yorktown Macy's

A Peekskill woman, 19, has been arrested after allegedly stealing $965 worth of merchandise from Macy's in Yorktown, according to a Patch report.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/peekskill-woman-allegedly-steals-merchandise-yorktown-macys

Peekskill Announces Construction At Washington, Franklin Intersection

Peekskill residents can expect traffic delays starting Monday, Jan. 13 as the town will be working on the water mains and valves at the intersection of Washington Street and Franklin Avenue.

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Peekskill Pageants Attends the 'What Matters!' Reception

On Saturday, January 11, 2014, Miss Cinco de Mayo Peekskill, Arianna Memoli and Little Miss a Cinco de Mayo Peekskill, Shay Nicolaysen attended the What Matters! Art Reception at the Beanrunner in Peekskill, NY.

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Answering the alarm: Latinos bolster sagging ranks of local volunteer fire departments

... in the Lower Hudson Valley, where Latin American immigrants are bolstering the ranks of several departments. From Peekskill to Haverstraw, fire officials say Latinos are helping staff firehouses -- all-volunteer and some with a smattering of career ...

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Expect Road Closures, Detours in Peekskill This Week

There will be road closures and delays as crews work on the water mains and valves at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Washington Street beginning Monday , according to the City of Peekskill.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/expect-road-closures-detours-in-peekskill-this-week

Beer Theft; Stolen Vacuum; Peekskill Recreation Programs

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/beer-theft-stolen-vacuum-peekskill-recreation-programs

Teen exhibition: Student art show opens

The gallery recently sent out an open call to high-school-age artists in Cold Spring, Wappingers Falls, Beacon, Newburgh and Peekskill, soliciting their work for a juried art exhibition with the theme "Roots and Pathways."

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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 ...

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Peekskill Is Under Flood Watch Until Late Saturday Night

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch from 11 a.m. Saturday until late Saturday evening for all of Westchester County and southeast New York and all of Fairfield County and parts of southern Connecticut.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/westchester-under-flood-watch-until-late-saturday-night

Where Are Peekskill's Potholes?

... report of potholes, which have had to be addressed," said Brent VanZandt, director of Public Works for the City of Peekskill. Do you have potholes in your neighborhood? Let local folks know about them here, and notify officials by calling the ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/where-are-peekskills-potholes

Live coverage: Second round of interviews with Bay City manager...

... administrator and city manager in four cities, including Sun Prarie, Wis.; Sandusky, Ohio; Takoma Park, Md; and Peekskill, N.Y., through 2011. White, a 1975 graduate of Bay City Central High School, has a history of municipal work dating back to ...

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Yorktown, Lakeland, Peekskill Schools Are On Two-Hour Delays

The Yorktown Central School District, Lakeland Central School District and Peekskill City School District are on two-hour delayed openings on Friday as a result of inclement weather.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/yorktown-lakeland-peekskill-schools-are-two-hour-delays

Assemblywoman Galef Hosts Town Hall Meetings

Assemblywoman Sandy Galef will host a series of town hall meetings throughout her 95th District, including in Briarcliff Manor, Montrose, Cold Spring and Peekskill.

http://briarcliff.dailyvoice.com/news/assemblywoman-galef-hosts-town-hall-meetings

Yorktown Police Arrest Woman In Theft Of Beer From Gas Station

Yorktown Police arrested a 34-year-old Peekskill woman last week after she was accused of stealing beer from a gas station on Tuesday, according to Patch.com.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/news/yorktown-police-arrest-woman-theft-beer-gas-station

Drew Claxton Named Peekskill Deputy Mayor

The appointment was not without some controversy. The Common Council said that the City Charter stipulates that the most experienced council member be named deputy mayor.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/drew-claxton-named-peekskill-deputy-mayor

New York needs equality agenda

... k you, Gov. Cuomo, for recognizing the needs of women. May 2014 be a better year for all of us! Deborah Perykasz Peekskill

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Double steal: Yorktown man charged twice in same day with theft

... Munson Place door and took him to the police station on Crompond Road. There, Weber and Patrick Fouche, 60, of Peekskill were each charged with petty larceny, a misdemeanor. Police said the two on Oct. 21 stole a leaf blower off the back of a ...

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Woman Steals $8.97 Worth of Beer from Yorktown Gas Station

A 34-year-old Peekskill woman is due in Yorktown Town Court early next month to answer charges that she stole several cans of beer - valued at $8.97 - from a Yorktown gas station, police said.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/woman-steals-897-worth-of-beer-from-yorktown-gas-station

Annie Z. Buhs, 92, Of Peekskill, Nursing Assistant, St. Joseph's Home

... in Wakefield, Mich., to Steven and Annie Pongracich Zorich. She was a nursing assistant at St. Joseph's Home in Peekskill. She also worked with her husband, John in their family business, Jack's Watch Shop and St. Ann's Religious Store. Buhs is ...

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Don't Miss: Reduce College Costs; Auditions; Make a Musical Instrument

... Chen Zhen. The cost is $5 material fee/ $2 family member material fee. The HVCCA is located at 1701 Main St. in Peekskill. __ Other events from around the area include: Stroller Tours at the Katonah Museum of Art Shabbat Service /Lunch & ...

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'What Matters' in Peekskill; Kids Tea Party and Board Games; Yoga

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/tk_a266c5eb

Peekskill Releases Parks and Recreation Brochure for Winter, Spring 2014

If you're looking to get more involved in the community, the City of Peekskill is offering plenty of options.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/peekskill-releases-parks-and-recreation-brochure-for-winter-spring-2014

Lillian F. Ward, 82, Lifelong Peekskill Resident

Ward was the daughter of John and Lillian Ward. Her parents owned and operated the Wards Hosiery store in Peekskill since 1932; and from 1973, she continued the family business until closing in 1993.

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Hudson Valley Hospital Treats Weather-Related Accidents

... slated to hover in the 40s and low 50s , warmer weather is in sight. But with a forecasted high of 21-degrees in Peekskill Wednesday, experts are cautioning against the cold while it lasts. Hudson Valley Hospital Center in Cortlandt Manor released ...

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Financial Aid Workshop; Music Program at Hen Hud Library; Wind Chill

... High School tonight at 7. 3) The National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies and a high of 18-degrees in Peekskill today, along with wind chill values as low as -5. 4) This story about the search for a suspect accused of sexually abusing ...

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Ossining Man Struck by Car in November Dies from Injuries

... driver, a 74-year-old Ossining resident, has not been charged for what has been ruled accidental. Nardone, born in Peekskill, leaves behind two sons in Mohegan Lake and a brother, Fiorello Nardone, in Ossining. His full obituary is posted on ...

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Peekskill Will Stay In Deep Freeze Through Wednesday

The Wind Chill Advisory for the entire metro region has been extended until 8 a.m. Wednesday, the weather service said.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/westchester-will-stay-deep-freeze-through-wednesday

Girls basketball: Put Valley stages late comeback; more results

... from the free-throw line. Teammate Alyssa Stockinger added 14 points and five rebounds. Best of the rest: Peekskill's Latisha Clark had 16 points and seven rebounds in her season debut as the Red Devils defeated visiting Hen Hud, 72-36. Teammate ...

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Music Together

... love them . Music Together classes are based on the recognition that all children are musical. 1016 Brown Street, Peekskill Register today at www.necspace.com Email info@necspace.com

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Extra Gloves, Lots of Layers Get Peekskill Public Works Through Cold Spell

Monday and Tuesday's frigid weather didn't stop the City of Peekskill Public Works Department from carrying on with business as usual.

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Peekskill Opens Warming Center; Employees Spend the Night at Work

1) The City of Peekskill has opened a warming center at the Neighborhood Center (4 Nelson Avenue). Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday (Jan. 7). After 8 p.m. the Jan Peek House at 200 North Water Street will accept anyone who needs to stay warm. 2) ...

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Kaplowitz Replaces Jenkins As County Board Of Legislators' Chair

... 15 of 17 votes Monday night for chair, Maisano's nine votes came from only coalition members. John Testa (R - Peekskill), who is the new minority leader, nominated Maisano. Catherine Borgia (D - Ossining), who is the new majority leader, nominated ...

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After-School Activities Canceled; Warming Center Open in Peekskill

Hendrick Hudson, Lakeland and Peekskill have canceled afternoon and evening after-school activities for Monday .

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Winter Parking Issues in Peekskill; Board of Ed Meetings; Cold Temperatures

Here's a roundup of some of the events happening in Cortlandt and Peekskill this week: Government The City of Peekskill Common Council will gather for a committee of the whole meeting Monday, Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. in the Paul Schwerman Conference Room at city hall [ on the agenda - a six-month update from the city manager; updates from council liaisons; ... (more)

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Bird count studies climate change, too

... 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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Arrest of Peekskill Man On DWI Charges Tops News This Week

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

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

Drunken Driver; Polar Plunge Fundraiser; Snow Totals

... Brewster and Southeast it's easy to miss the big stories. Here are some of this week's popular posts: Troopers: Peekskill Man Drove Drunk in Cortlandt Peekskill Could See Several Inches of Snow Polar Plunge Turns Into Spray-Down, Raises $6K Fire ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/drunken-driver-polar-plunge-fundraiser-snow-totals

New Mayor Frank Catalina Proposes Audit Of Peekskill Finances

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. Peekskill Mayor Frank Catalina called for an independent audit of Peekskill's finances when he was sworn in as mayor on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Catalina, a Republican, made the city's financial management one of his signature themes during the election last fall.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/new-mayor-frank-catalina-proposes-audit-peekskill-finances

Testa, Burrows Elected Board Of Legislators' Republican Leaders

... for the next two years." Testa was elected to represent the residents of District 1 (town of Cortlandt, city of Peekskill and town of Yorktown) on the Westchester County Board of Legislators in 2009. During his time on the board, Testa has served on ...

http://scarsdale.dailyvoice.com/politics/testa-burrows-elected-board-legislators-republican-leaders

County Announces Warming Shelters as Temperatures Descend into teens.

... Emergency Services first, single individuals can contact the following five warming and drop in centers directly: Peekskill and Surrounding Area Jan Peek Shelter (Co-ed facility) 200 North Water St. Peekskill (914) 736-2636 Accessible by Bee-Line ...

http://whiteplainscnr.com/2014/01/03/county-announces-warming-shelters-as-temperatures-descend-into-teens/

Polar Plunge Turns Into Spray-Down, Raises $6K

The second annual New Year's Day Polar Plunge in Peekskill raised $6,015-more than double what the inaugural event saw-for a local organization that gives scholarships to students facing adversity.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/polar-plunge-turns-into-spraydown-raises-6k

Peekskill Residents Should Use Caution In Winter Weather

... County has several warming centers open for those in need of shelter. The centers include the Jan Peek Shelter in Peekskill, the Samaritan House Shelter in White Plains, the Oasis Shelter in New Rochelle, the Open Arms Shelter in White Plains and ...

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/westchester-residents-should-use-caution-winter-weather

Chemical Engineer, Father of 2 Peter Sands of Sparta Dies at 50

... lived in Sparta with his family for the past 18 years. He had been employed as a chemical engineer with BASF of Peekskill, N.Y. for the past few months, but previously spent 17 years with Novartis Corporation. Sands' family said he took great pride ...

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New Year's Baby Arrives at Hudson Valley Hospital Center

Hudson Valley Hospital Center's first baby of 2014 arrived Jan. 1 at 5:35 p.m. Baby Ayleen born to Marcela Ona and Alex Quiroga of Peekskill weighed in at 7 lbs.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/hudson-valley-hospital/p/new-years-baby-arrives-at-hudson-valley-hospital-center

Overnight Warming Centers Available In Westchester County

... warming centers are available. We especially want to make sure families and children have a warm place to stay." Peekskill and Surrounding Area Jan Peek Shelter (Co-ed facility) 200 North Water Street, Peekskill (914) 736-2636 Accessible by Bee-Line ...

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/overnight-warming-centers-available-westchester-county

Overnight Warming Shelters Available for Westchester Residents

... Emergency Services first, single individuals can contact the following five warming and drop in centers directly: Peekskill and Surrounding Area Jan Peek Shelter (Co-ed facility) 200 North Water St. Peekskill (914) 736-2636 Accessible by Bee-Line ...

http://newrochelle.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/westchester-county-opens-overnigh-warming-shelters-newrochelle

Snowstorm Disrupts Routines In Northern Westchester

... the Cook Memorial Pool in Cortlandt with Montrose firefighters on the scene, according to LoHud,com. The City of Peekskill has announced that as a result of the dangerously low temperatures and wind-chill factor, a warming center has opened at the ...

http://bedford.dailyvoice.com/news/snowstorm-disrupts-routines-northern-westchester

PHOTOS: Cortlandt, Peekskill Roads After Snowstorm

The attached photos were taken in Cortlandt and Peekskill around 2 p.m. Friday. Use the attached comments section to tell your neighbors about road conditions you encountered around the area after Thursday night's snow.

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Snowstorm Disrupts Routines In Northern Westchester

... a fire was reported at the Cook Memorial Pool in Cortlandt with Montrose firefighters on the scene. The City of Peekskill has announced that as a result of the dangerously low temperatures and wind-chill factor, a warming center has opened at the ...

http://pleasantville.dailyvoice.com/news/snowstorm-disrupts-routines-northern-westchester

Warming Center Available In Peekskill On Friday

The City of Peekskill has announced that as a result of the dangerously low temperatures and wind-chill factor, a warming center has opened at the Peekskill Neighborhood Center at 4 Nelson Avenue.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/warming-center-available-peekskill-friday

Louis C. Nardone, 65, Of Peekskill

Nardone is survived by his sons, Louis and Scott of Mohegan Lake; and brother, Fiorello Nardone of Ossining. He was predeceased by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 4 at The Assumption Church in Peekskill. Interment at Assumption Cemetery.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/louis-c-nardone-65-peekskill

Fire Extinguished at Yorktown Home

... the house. No one was injured. About 25-30 firefighters were at the scene, including Yorktown, Bedford Hills and Peekskill fire departments. Yorktown Police officers and Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps members were at scene as well. Lake Mohegan ...

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/fire-extinguished-at-gomer-street-home-peekskill

Eleanor F. Hudson, 99, Of Peekskill

Hudson was born March 19, 1914, in Montrose, to Everett and Ella Finch. She was an assistant postmaster for the U.S. Postal Service in Putnam Valley.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/eleanor-f-hudson-99-peekskill

Reginald Johnson Appointed Peekskill City Judge, But Legal Battle Continues

Reginald Johnson was appointed Wednesday as Peekskill City Judge, but the legal battle over his appointment is far from over.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/reginald-johnson-appointed-peekskill-city-judge-legal-battle-continues

Happy Birthday To Peekskill's Mel Colm-Cille Gerard Gibson

Mel Gibson, an actor, film director, producer and screenwriter, was born January 3, 1956.

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Daughter's Death Inspired Cortlandt's Deb Carlin Pohill's Book On Grief

... a 2001 graduate of Walter Panas High School and worked as a legal assistant in a New York City law firm. She was a Peekskill native and lived in the Riverdale section of the Bronx. A description of Carlin Pohill's book on Amazon.com says the book is ...

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Come Out and Celebrate- Teatown's 10TH Annual Hudson River EAGLEFESTa

... include the Croton Boat Ramp at Croton-Harmon Train Station, George's Island Park in Montrose, Riverfront Green in Peekskill, Steamboat Dock Park in Verplanck and the Croton Dam in Cortlandt. Bus tours are intended for guests ages 14 and over. ...

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Heavy Snow, Sub-Zero Wind Chills Hit Peekskill

Snow accumulations of between 6 to 10 inches are predicted for Westchester before the storm is expected to move out early Friday afternoon.

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Bedford Firefighters Assist In Battling Yorktown Blaze

... e blaze a little difficult, Dillon said. The fire department was assisted by the Bedford Hills Fire Department and Peekskill Fire Department. Mohegan Lake and Millwood Fire Departments stood by at the firehouse.

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First Baby Of New Year Arrives At Hudson Valley Hospital Center

Hudson Valley Hospital Center of Cortlandt Manor welcomed its first newborn of 2014 on New Year's Day at 5:35 p.m. Baby Ayleen was born to Marcela Ona and Alex Quiroga of Peekskill.

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/news/first-baby-new-year-arrives-hudson-valley-hospital-center

Russell P. Girolamo, Founder of Insurance Agency, Dies at 86

From the Yorktown Funeral Home: Russell P. Girolamo, of Peekskill and long-time resident of Yorktown, passed away on Dec. 29, 2013 after a brief illness.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/russell-p-girolamo-founder-of-insurance-agency-dies-at-86

Peekskill council appoints new judge; predecessor seeks to block vote

In one of its first acts, the newly seated Common Council appointed Reginald Johnson to a 10-year job as city judge after the outgoing council was prevented from filling the position by a judge's order.

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Russell P. Girolamo, 86, Of Peekskill

Girolamo was born Sept. 28, 1927, in the Bronx, to Pasquale and Antoinette Girolamo.

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Millwood Firefighters Assisting In Battling Yorktown Blaze

... e blaze a little difficult, Dillon said. The fire department was assisted by the Bedford Hills Fire Department and Peekskill Fire Department. Mohegan Lake and Millwood Fire Departments stood by at the firehouse.

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Katrina M. Cummings, 52, Longtime Cortlandt Resident

... redeceased by her parents. Calling hours are Friday, Jan. 3 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the E.O. Curry Funeral Home, Peekskill, where a Funeral Service will be held at 12 p.m., followed by interment in Hillside Cemetery, Cortlandt Manor.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/katrina-m-cummings-52-longtime-cortlandt-resident

Cuomo: Major Highways May Shut Down Ahead of Storm

... " the NWS said in its warning. "If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you." For more updates, follow Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch on Facebook . And don't forget to sign up for our daily newsletter .

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Police Urge Drivers to Prepare for 'Slick, Unpredictable' Roads

... check www.511ny.org or call 511. Follow road closures and weather alerts on NYALERTS.GOV. For more updates, follow Peekskill-Cortlandt Patch on Facebook . And don't forget to sign up for our daily newsletter .

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Fire Extinguished at Gomer Street Home

... the house. No one was injured. About 25-30 firefighters were at the scene, including Yorktown, Bedford Hills and Peekskill fire departments. Yorktown Police officers and Yorktown Volunteer Ambulance Corps members were at scene as well. Lake Mohegan ...

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/fire-extinguished-at-gomer-street-home

Mohegan Lake Firefighters Battle Yorktown Blaze.

... e blaze a little difficult, Dillon said. The fire department was assisted by the Bedford Hills Fire Department and Peekskill Fire Department. Mohegan Lake and Millwood Fire Departments stood by at the firehouse.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/yorktown-fire-department-extinguishes-gomer-street-fire

Troopers: Peekskill Man Drove Drunk in Cortlandt

A 23-year-old Peekskill man is facing a misdemeanor charge of driving while intoxicated following a recent traffic stop, officials said.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/troopers-peekskill-man-drove-drunk-in-cortlandt

New year, new Hot List: Check out these don't miss restaurants

... restaurants that everyone is talking about. And with good reason. Some aren't exactly newcomers anymore, like Peekskill Brewery or Purdy's Farmer and the Fish, but if you haven't been yet, consider this your official push. We love the ...

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Northern Westchester Lawmakers Hope For Productive 2014

Frank Catalina, who takes office Wednesday as new mayor of Peekskill, said things will change once he is in office, from little items to big items.

http://cortlandt.dailyvoice.com/news/northern-westchester-lawmakers-hope-productive-2014

Nancy Winkler: A voice for social justice

... Vito Marcantonio. As a student at Brooklyn College, Winkler attended the historic 1949 Paul Robeson concert in Peekskill, N.Y. She marched against the executions of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, and organized support for Henry Wallace's presidential ...

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Weekend: Boxing in Peekskill; Art Exhibits; Meditation

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.

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Cuomo pardons three men

... and people fighting HIV. A permanent U.S. resident, the 70-year-old seeks citizenship. Gerardo Alvarez of Lake Peekskill, convicted in 2002 of drug possession, also seeks citizenship. The 49-year-old, married to a U.S. citizen since 1986, has two ...

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Polar plunges raise money for charity in Rye, Peekskill

... milies coping with a family member with ALS. A second charity polar plunge was held Monday at the Hudson River in Peekskill. That event was to support a local charity that gives out scholarships.

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Peekskill Could See Several Inches of Snow

Bundle up, Cortlandt and Peekskill. Forecasts are calling for snow and below-freezing temperatures over the next couple of days.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/peekskill-could-see-several-inches-of-snow

Cuomo pardons three men, clearing their records

... and people fighting HIV. A permanent U.S. resident, the 70-year-old seeks citizenship. Gerardo Alvarez of Lake Peekskill, convicted in 2002 of drug possession, also seeks citizenship. The 49-year-old, married to a U.S. citizen since 1986, has two ...

http://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/story/23654/20140101/cuomo-pardons-three-men-clearing-their-records

Jobs in and Around Peekskill, Yorktown

There are a number of positions now open in the region. This is just a sampling; to learn more, click on the title of the job listed below.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/jobs-in-and-around-peekskill-yorktown

Polar Plunge In Peekskill Supports This Is Me Foundation

PEEKSKILL, N.Y. The Quiet Man Public House in Peekskill will sponsor a Polar Plunge to support the This Is Me Foundation on Wednesday.

http://peekskill.dailyvoice.com/news/polar-plunge-peekskill-supports-me-foundation

Cuomo pardons three men, clearing their records

... and people fighting HIV. A permanent U.S. resident, the 70-year-old seeks citizenship. Gerardo Alvarez of Lake Peekskill, convicted in 2002 of drug possession, also seeks citizenship. The 49-year-old, married to a U.S. citizen since 1986, has two ...

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