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Westchester High School Students Learn About Career Opportunities Westchester High School Students Learn About Career Opportunities Westchester High School Students Learn About Career Opportunities
Westchester High School Students Learn About Career Opportunities WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- More than 1,700 10th-grade students from the lower Westchester are, flocked to the SWBOCES Career Conference recently to learn about different careers from a vast array of experts. The recurring theme throughout the conference -- Show up, work hard and do a good job. The annual event is intended to give juniors an in-depth look into the different types of careers they may be interested in pursuing. The half-day initiative was broken into two sessions, with students switching classrooms in several buildings throughout the Valhalla campus. The experts came from a …
29 Graduate From North Rockland Youth Police Academy 29 Graduate From North Rockland Youth Police Academy 29 Graduate From North Rockland Youth Police Academy
29 Graduate From North Rockland Youth Police Academy NORTH ROCKLAND, N.Y. -- After 11 weeks of training, 29 proud students graduated from the 2016 fall session of the North Rockland Youth Police Academy.  The academy is a collaborative effort of the Town Stony Point Police Department and the Town of Haverstraw Police Department. Its purpose is to expose local high school students, ages 14 through 18, who might be interested in a law enforcement career, to what it takes to become a police officer, said Detective Andrew Kryger. Started seven years ago, the program has been so successful it has a long waiting list for its two sessions a year, he…
Frosty The Snowman Makes Special Appearance In Armonk Hometown Frosty The Snowman Makes Special Appearance In Armonk Hometown Frosty The Snowman Makes Special Appearance In Armonk Hometown
Frosty The Snowman Makes Special Appearance In Armonk Hometown ARMONK, N.Y. -- Hundreds of excited children and adults turned out Sunday in Armonk to celebrate the hamlet's annual "Frosty Day" and to get a look at their hometown hero, Frosty the Snowman. The celebration, which comes 66 years after the song "Frosty the Snowman" was written, is in honor of Frosty's local ties. Steve Nelson, the songwriter who helped bring Frosty to life, a longtime resident of Armonk, was inspired by the town when he wrote about a village square in the song, according to an historical write up at Armonkfrosty.com, a site that chronicles the lovable sn…
DEC Officer Mistaken For Deer Shot By Hunter In Pine Plains DEC Officer Mistaken For Deer Shot By Hunter In Pine Plains DEC Officer Mistaken For Deer Shot By Hunter In Pine Plains
DEC Officer Mistaken For Deer Shot By Hunter In Pine Plains DUTCHESS COUNTY N.Y. --  A New York Department of Environmental Conservation officer is recovering at a local hospital after he was shot by a hunter who mistook him for a deer in Pine Plains on Tuesday, according to the New York State Police. The shooting occurred around 5 p.m. when DEC officers Lt. Eliza Bobseine and Officer James Davey were investigating a complaint of a reported trespass with shots fired in the area on Silvernails Road when they came upon fresh tire tracks, state police said. While walking through the field, Davey was shot one time with a rifle in the area of his pelvis.…
Northern Westchester Agency Accused Of Putting Sick Animals Up For Adoption Northern Westchester Agency Accused Of Putting Sick Animals Up For Adoption Northern Westchester Agency Accused Of Putting Sick Animals Up For Adoption
Northern Westchester Agency Accused Of Putting Sick Animals Up For Adoption NORTHERN WESTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Northern Westchester animal rescue Recycled Paws is being scrutinized after a number of residents complained after adopting sick puppies and animals, according to News12. Two women who spoke to News12 said they paid thousands in veterinary bills for their new puppies after they became sick within days of taking them home, said News12. One of the dogs was found to be suffering from heartworms and another racked up more than $3,000 in bills for care. The women claim they were told the puppies were healthy and paid hundreds in adoption fees, added News12. Lisa Bi…
Kent Man Damages Victim's RV, Pushes Him To Ground During Fight, Police Say Kent Man Damages Victim's RV, Pushes Him To Ground During Fight, Police Say Kent Man Damages Victim's RV, Pushes Him To Ground During Fight, Police Say
Kent Man Damages Victim's RV, Pushes Him To Ground During Fight, Police Say KENT, N.Y. -- A Kent man found himself behind bars after getting into an argument with another man on Thursday, Nov. 24, according to the Kent Police Department. Jeffrey Oakes, 47, was charged with assault and criminal mischief after pushing another 60-year-old Kent resident to the ground, causing lacerations to his body and damaging his recreational vehicle, police said. Oakes is being held at the Putnam County Correctional Facility on $5,000 bail or $10,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 5. 
Putnam Man, Woman Charged With Heroin Possession Putnam Man, Woman Charged With Heroin Possession Putnam Man, Woman Charged With Heroin Possession
Putnam Man, Woman Charged With Heroin Possession KENT, N.Y. -- Kent police charged two Putnam Valley residents with heroin possession after making a routine stop to investigate a parked car on Waywayanda Court, according to the Kent Police Department. Richard Wulfhop, 31,  and Brenda Jordan, 48, were busted when the officer stopped to find out why they were parked in a dark car and discovered heroin, hypodermic needles and other drug paraphernalia, police said. A female matron, who searched Jordan at police headquarters, also found a baggie of cocaine in her sock, police said. Jordan was charged with two counts of criminal possession of …
Man Walking In Yonkers Shot In Back Man Walking In Yonkers Shot In Back Man Walking In Yonkers Shot In Back
Man Walking In Yonkers Shot In Back YONKERS, N.Y. -- A local man was shot in the back while walking along Caryl Avenue just before 10 p.m. on Saturday, according to the Yonkers Police Department. Police responded to 85 Bruce Ave., where they found a wounded 21-year-old man who told officers he had just been walking down Caryl Avenue when he heard gunshots and felt a sharp pain in his back, said Det. Lt. Patrick McCormack. The man was taken to Jacobi Medical Center where he was treated and released several hours later, McCormack said. Detectives are currently investigating the shooting, but no arrests have been made.
Port Chester School Board Meets Tuesday On Renovation Proposals Port Chester School Board Meets Tuesday On Renovation Proposals Port Chester School Board Meets Tuesday On Renovation Proposals
Port Chester School Board Meets Tuesday On Renovation Proposals PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Port Chester school officials will hold a special meeting Tuesday to discuss renovation proposals, including additions to Port Chester High School and Middle School following a dramatic increase in students by more than 20 percent. Superintendent Edward Kliszus will present the Bond Advisory Committee's recommendations, and architect Joe Fuller will present the plans as recommended by the committee members at 7 p.m. in the Port Chester Middle School auditorium.  This is the second time district officials have tried to persuade local taxpayers to approve funds for the i…
White Plains Black Friday March, Rally Bring Many Civic Groups Together White Plains Black Friday March, Rally Bring Many Civic Groups Together White Plains Black Friday March, Rally Bring Many Civic Groups Together
White Plains Black Friday March, Rally Bring Many Civic Groups Together WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- More than 300 White Plains residents turned out to show unity for a variety of causes during a march and rally through downtown on Friday. Sponsored by the Westchester People Action Coalition Foundation, the event was held in response to the climate in the country as a result of the recent election, said Nada Khader, executive director of WESPAC. "All of the different groups that took part in the Unity March were taking a stand for their values and for the residents from all walks of life in Westchester County," Khader said. During the event, more than 20 gr…
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