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Philly Chess Master Is Lawrenceville Resident Jamie Ding's Toughest 'Jeopardy!' Opponent Yet Philly Chess Master Is Lawrenceville Resident Jamie Ding's Toughest 'Jeopardy!' Opponent Yet
Philly Chess Master Is Lawrenceville Resident Jamie Ding's Toughest 'Jeopardy!' Opponent Yet This chess player from Philadelphia is who stands in the way of Jamie Ding winning 32 games in a row on "Jeopardy!" Who is Greg Shahade. Shadade is the latest "Jeopardy!" contestant to compete against Ding, a Lawrenceville resident, and fans of the venerable game show believe he could be the one to end his historic winning streak in the episode airing Monday, April 27. An International Master at chess, Shahade's sister Jen has presented clues on the show about chess, according to The Jeopardy Fan, a website that tracks the show.  Shahade is known for being a strong trivia player a…
New Tallest Building Opens On Yonkers Waterfront With 250 Apartments New Tallest Building Opens On Yonkers Waterfront With 250 Apartments
New Tallest Building Opens On Yonkers Waterfront With 250 Apartments A city in Westchester County has a new high point in its skyline.  Yonkers officials marked the opening of Hudson 44, a 27-story residential tower at 44 Hudson St., now the tallest building in the city, Mayor Mike Spano announced Wednesday, Jan. 14. Rising along the city’s waterfront, the development adds 250 residential units, including 25 designated as affordable housing, according to the mayor. The project represents one of the largest recent residential investments in the city’s ongoing waterfront redevelopment.  The building includes a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-be…
New Zoning, Flood Fixes, Revamped Downtown May Come To Village Of Mamaroneck: Officials New Zoning, Flood Fixes, Revamped Downtown May Come To Village Of Mamaroneck: Officials
New Zoning, Flood Fixes, Revamped Downtown May Come To Village Of Mamaroneck: Officials A Westchester County village has announced its intention to transform its downtown business district, make zoning changes, and address chronic flooding that has long affected the community.   In a statement released Monday, Nov. 24, Village of Mamaroneck officials detailed a multi-pronged plan centered around a $4.5 million New York Forward grant application.  If awarded, the funding would be used to overhaul the heart of Mamaroneck Avenue with new streetscape upgrades, improved pedestrian connections between downtown and the waterfront, and the rehabilitation of the village’…
Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said
Trump Confronts Republicans After Huge Democratic Election Wins: What He Said President Donald Trump expressed his anger after Democratic candidates and initiatives scored sweeping election victories nationwide. Trump responded to the widespread GOP defeats in high-profile races during a breakfast with Republican senators on Wednesday, Nov. 5. His comments came hours after massive Democratic victories in highly contested contests in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia. In a rare admission of defeat, Trump said it was a bad night for his party. "I don't think it was good for Republicans," he said. "I don't think it was good. I'm not sure it was good for anybody."…
Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley
Election 2025: Key Races To Watch Across Lower Hudson Valley Election Day has come again, and voters across the lower Hudson Valley will be deciding who comes out on top in a wide range of local races that will shape community budgets and priorities in the years to come.  Here are some of the notable races across the region:  Westchester County  County Executive  Westchester's most prominent race this year is for County Executive and is a rematch between Democrat incumbent Ken Jenkins, named County Executive after a special election in early January following former County Executive George Latimer's departure to represent Ne…
West Orange Residents Sue To Stop NFL Billionaire's Housing Plan West Orange Residents Sue To Stop NFL Billionaire's Housing Plan
West Orange Residents Sue To Stop NFL Billionaire's Housing Plan A billionaire developer’s plan to build housing on a forested ridge in West Orange is facing mounting opposition from residents, environmental groups, and past legal agreements.  On Sept. 19, WECARENJ and a group of West Orange residents filed a lawsuit claiming the 120-acre Eagle Rock Avenue site is no place for bulldozers, as developer West Essex Highlands seeks to build 496 rental apartments — including 100 affordable units — on the land. At the center of the fight is billionaire developer Zygmunt “Zygi” Wilf — co-owner of the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings — and his family, who own the pr…
$1M To Go Towards Housing For Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care In Peekskill $1M To Go Towards Housing For Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care In Peekskill
$1M To Go Towards Housing For Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care In Peekskill A landmark downtown building in a Westchester County city will soon take on new life as affordable housing and community space, thanks to $1 million in funding secured by elected officials.   The funds will support a Children’s Village-led redevelopment of the historic New York State Workers’ Compensation building at 41 N. Division St. in Peekskill, New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and State Senator Pete Harckham announced on Friday, Sept. 19. Plans call for 22 apartments—10 of which will be reserved for young adults between 18 and 25 who have aged…
Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day' Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day'
Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day' The Washington Commanders are officially coming home. The DC City Council voted 11-2 late on Wednesday, Sept. 17 to give the final approval for a $3.8 billion project to build a 65,000-seat stadium at the old RFK Stadium site. The plan also calls for a mixed-use development project in the surrounding neighborhoods, as well as affordable housing in the area. "Today is a historic day for DC, the Commanders organization, and our fans," Commanders owner Josh Harris said in a statement. "With the Council's approval, we can now move forward on the transformative RFK project that will bring lasti…
Survey Reveals How Americans Are Coping With Rising Costs As Housing Leads Way Survey Reveals How Americans Are Coping With Rising Costs As Housing Leads Way
Survey Reveals How Americans Are Coping With Rising Costs As Housing Leads Way Americans are rethinking what “affordable housing” means as rising costs force families to adjust, according to a new national survey. The poll of 1,000 adults found more than half believe they pay too much for their homes.  Respondents reported spending an average of 42 percent of their annual income on housing-related expenses.  Parents were especially concerned: 42 percent said they doubt their children will be able to afford living in the same neighborhoods where they are growing up. Many blamed their environment for the pressure. Nearly half cited their neighborhood’s highe…
Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In Monroe, Home To 50% Veterans Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In Monroe, Home To 50% Veterans
Brand-New $40.7M Affordable Housing Community Opens In Monroe, Home To 50% Veterans A $40.7 million affordable housing community in Central Jersey is officially open — and more than half its residents are military veterans. Valor Pointe, an 80-unit complex developed by Conifer Realty in partnership with the People for People Foundation, celebrated its ribbon-cutting with local leaders last month in Monroe Township. Clarke Caton Hintze More than 50 percent of Valor Pointe’s apartments are leased to veterans and their families. Units feature large bedrooms, ample closet space, patios or balconies, and modern finishes. Amenities include a fitness center, great room, smart-c…
'In It To Win It': Andrew Cuomo Launches Independent Bid For NYC Mayor After June Primary Loss 'In It To Win It': Andrew Cuomo Launches Independent Bid For NYC Mayor After June Primary Loss
'In It To Win It': Andrew Cuomo Launches Independent Bid For NYC Mayor After June Primary Loss Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo isn’t backing down after losing the Democratic primary for New York City mayor — instead, he’s doubling down. Cuomo confirmed Monday, July 14, that he will continue his campaign and run in the November general election despite his surprising primary defeat to progressive Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani in June. “The Democratic primary did not go the way I had hoped,” Cuomo said in a campaign video shared on X. “To the 440,000 New Yorkers who voted for me, a sincere thank you. Thank you for believing in me and my agenda and in my experience. And I am truly sor…
Hundreds Of Troy Families Get Renovated Homes After $136M Public Housing Overhaul Hundreds Of Troy Families Get Renovated Homes After $136M Public Housing Overhaul
Hundreds Of Troy Families Get Renovated Homes After $136M Public Housing Overhaul Nearly 400 Troy families are now living in safer, modernized homes after a $136 million makeover of the city’s largest public housing complex. Major renovations wrapped up at Griswold Heights in Troy’s Lansingburgh neighborhood, complete with energy-efficient features and new community amenities, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office announced Thursday, July 10. The $136 million renovation was made possible through a mix of public and private funding. The project received $53.3 million in equity through the Federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program, along with $32.2 million from New York State’s P…
Kushner Breaks Ground On New Development At Site Of Westminster Hotel In Livingston Kushner Breaks Ground On New Development At Site Of Westminster Hotel In Livingston
Kushner Breaks Ground On New Development At Site Of Westminster Hotel In Livingston Construction is officially underway on a major new residential project in North Jersey backed by a firm with ties to President Donald Trump. Kushner Companies, the real estate developer owned by Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, broke ground on Thursday, June 26, on a 280-unit apartment complex at the site of the former Westminster Hotel. Located at 550 West Mt. Pleasant Ave., the new community will be called Livana Livingston, part of Kushner’s Livana residential brand. The property spans nine acres and includes the adjacent parcel where the former Somerset Regal Bank building once stood. …
$1M In State Funding Going To Over 60 New Affordable Apartments In Greenburgh $1M In State Funding Going To Over 60 New Affordable Apartments In Greenburgh
$1M In State Funding Going To Over 60 New Affordable Apartments In Greenburgh More than 60 new affordable apartments will soon be built in Westchester, thanks to $1 million in funding announced by county officials this week.  The money—awarded through New York State’s County Infrastructure Grant Program—will support the second phase of the Mayfair Apartments project in Greenburgh, transforming a former community center into 62 affordable senior rental units, the county announced on Thursday, July 3.  The development is located on the site of the former WestHELP Homeless Shelter on the campus of SUNY Westchester Community College. It is adjacent to the Knoll…
$1B State Push Brings New Affordable Housing To Albany, Hudson Valley $1B State Push Brings New Affordable Housing To Albany, Hudson Valley
$1B State Push Brings New Affordable Housing To Albany, Hudson Valley In a sweeping push to tackle New York’s housing crisis, the state is investing $1 billion to create or preserve nearly 3,000 affordable homes across 15 communities. Nearly 500 affordable apartments are set to be created or rehabilitated in the Capital Region and Hudson Valley, Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office announced Thursday, June 26. The funding, allocated through New York State Homes and Community Renewal, will support construction or preservation efforts in Albany, Yonkers, Mount Vernon, and Poughkeepsie, advancing Hochul’s five-year, $25 billion Housing Plan to build or preserve 100,000 a…
Trump Rages Over Mamdani's Upset Mayoral Primary Win: 'Our Country Is Really Screwed' Trump Rages Over Mamdani's Upset Mayoral Primary Win: 'Our Country Is Really Screwed'
Trump Rages Over Mamdani's Upset Mayoral Primary Win: 'Our Country Is Really Screwed' President Donald Trump isn’t taking the New York City primary results well. Following Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s stunning victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, Trump unleashed a furious response on Truth Social, criticizing everything from Mamdani’s appearance to his voice. “It’s finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line,” Trump wrote. “Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor… He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he’s not very smart…” Two minutes later, Trump continued his diatribe wi…
'Democratic Party Lost Its Mind:' NJ Republican Urges NYCers To Move After Mamdani Beats Cuomo 'Democratic Party Lost Its Mind:' NJ Republican Urges NYCers To Move After Mamdani Beats Cuomo
'Democratic Party Lost Its Mind:' NJ Republican Urges NYCers To Move After Mamdani Beats Cuomo Jack Ciattarelli has a message for New Yorkers: Move to Jersey. The Republican candidate for New Jersey governor took to social media after former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo conceded the Democratic mayoral primary to Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist. “Tonight is proof that the modern Democratic Party has lost its mind,” Ciattarelli said in a post on Tuesday, June 24. “To all the residents and business owners of New York City who don’t want a socialist, defund-the-police, antisemitic mayor representing them, I encourage you to move to New Jersey.” Cuomo had bee…
Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race
Muslim Progressive Zohran Mamdani Eyes Historic Upset In Crowded NYC Mayor Race New York City voters are heading to the polls Tuesday, June 24, in a high-stakes Democratic primary that could end with history in the making. In a surprise twist, Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old progressive Assemblyman from Queens, has pulled ahead of former Gov. Andrew Cuomo in the latest polling—setting up what could be a stunning upset in the nation’s largest city. A final independent survey by PIX11 News, Emerson College, and The Hill shows Mamdani edging out Cuomo in the last round of a ranked-choice simulation, 52% to 48%, thanks to strong second- and third-choice support. The race is …
New Affordable Housing Coming To Ossining: 'Much-Needed,' Developer Says New Affordable Housing Coming To Ossining: 'Much-Needed,' Developer Says
New Affordable Housing Coming To Ossining: 'Much-Needed,' Developer Says A major step toward expanding affordable housing in Westchester County was celebrated this week as developers broke ground on a new residential complex that will offer nearly 75 new homes.  The developers of Crescent Manor, an upcoming residential complex to be located at 136-140 Croton Ave. in Ossining, have broken ground on the project, MacQuesten Development announced on Wednesday, May 21.  The development will bring 73 affordable senior apartments, plus one live-in superintendent unit, to the community in a low-rise, elevator-accessible building designed specifically to help r…
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like The Washington Commanders will build a new stadium in a major redevelopment on the site of the NFL team's former home for decades. The Commanders officially announced plans for a $2.7 billion domed stadium at the former site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium on Monday, April 28. The move means all of DC's major sports teams will have their home venues within the borders of the nation's capital. The new stadium is expected to open in 2030 and will occupy just 11% of the 180-acre site, leaving room for housing, green space, hotels, and retail. "We are thrilled to welcome the Command…
Reddit-Fueled Curiosity Lands Duo In Hot Water After Trespass at Former Vonage HQ: Cops Reddit-Fueled Curiosity Lands Duo In Hot Water After Trespass at Former Vonage HQ: Cops
Reddit-Fueled Curiosity Lands Duo In Hot Water After Trespass at Former Vonage HQ: Cops A late-night adventure turned into a brush with the law for two young explorers caught trespassing at the former Vonage headquarters in Holmdel, apparently all because of a Reddit post. Alexis L. Prager, 22, of Holmdel, and Aaron M. Olmeda, 21, of Point Pleasant, were charged with defiant trespass after police found them on the abandoned property at 23 Main St. around 2:19 a.m. on Dec. 4, 2024, according to Holmdel Township police paperwork. The duo's misadventure, which was first reported by Transparency Bodycam, unraveled when Patrolman Robert Lambe spotted Olmeda’s empty 2008 Honda Accor…
$54M Project: Former YMCA Turned Into Over 100 Affordable Apartments In Tarrytown $54M Project: Former YMCA Turned Into Over 100 Affordable Apartments In Tarrytown
$54M Project: Former YMCA Turned Into Over 100 Affordable Apartments In Tarrytown A major housing project in Westchester has been completed, transforming a former YMCA into a $54 million affordable housing development that will provide more than 100 affordable apartments. The development, known as "62 Main" and built in the former YMCA of Tarrytown, offers 108 apartments, with 88 units reserved for seniors aged 55 and older. The housing is available to households earning up to 70% of the Area Median Income and aims to provide much-needed affordable living options in Westchester County, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, March 6.  The project involved rehabilit…
New $18M Housing Complex Brings Affordable Units To Croton New $18M Housing Complex Brings Affordable Units To Croton
New $18M Housing Complex Brings Affordable Units To Croton A new housing complex offering more than two dozen affordable apartments has officially opened in Northern Westchester, officials announced. Maple Commons, an $18 million all-electric development on Maple Street in Croton-on-Hudson, was completed as part of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s statewide housing initiative, which aims to create or preserve 100,000 affordable homes across New York, Hochul announced on Thursday, Feb. 20.  The two-building complex, developed by Regan Development, offers 33 affordable, energy-efficient apartments for residents earning up to 80 percent of the area median inc…
END OF AN ERA: $27M Transformation Of West Hartford Synagogue Begins END OF AN ERA: $27M Transformation Of West Hartford Synagogue Begins
END OF AN ERA: $27M Transformation Of West Hartford Synagogue Begins Demolition has begun on a landmark Connecticut synagogue, making way for a $27 million housing development. The building known for its colorful stained-glass windows stood as Agudas Achim at 1244 North Main St. for decades before being sold for $1.6 million to Trout Brook Realty Advisors Inc., the development arm of the West Hartford Housing Authority, in December 2024. The site will be transformed into a 49-unit apartment complex called the Elle at North Main, with 80% of the units designated as affordable housing. The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority, Connecticut Department of Econo…
Victory Declared In Special Election For Westchester County Exec: Here Are Unofficial Results Victory Declared In Special Election For Westchester County Exec: Here Are Unofficial Results
Victory Declared In Special Election For Westchester County Exec: Here Are Unofficial Results Victory has been declared in the special election for Westchester's next leader, who will serve through the end of 2025.  Democrat Ken Jenkins has declared himself the winner of a special election held on Tuesday, Feb. 11 for the position of Westchester County Executive.  According to Westchester County Elections' unofficial results, Jenkins leads his opponent, Republican Christine Sculti, 57,590 votes to 32,956, or 64 percent to 36 percent. A total of 90,546 votes were cast.  "It is an honor to be elected Westchester County Executive. I want to thank eve…
Over 1K Residents Without Gas For Months In Yonkers Closer to Relief Thanks to $4.6M Grant Over 1K Residents Without Gas For Months In Yonkers Closer to Relief Thanks to $4.6M Grant
Over 1K Residents Without Gas For Months In Yonkers Closer to Relief Thanks to $4.6M Grant More than 1,000 residents of a housing complex in Westchester are one step closer to regaining full services after spending nearly five months without gas. A $4.6 million grant from Westchester County will fund critical infrastructure upgrades at the 415-unit, eight-building Palisade Towers housing complex on Schroeder Street in Yonkers, the city's Housing Authority announced. The grant, provided through the county's Public Housing Authorities Improvement program, is intended to help resolve the ongoing crisis caused by a gas leak that led Con Edison to shut off service in August. It is par…
New Details, Video Show Workforce Housing, Transit Hub Project In Hackensack New Details, Video Show Workforce Housing, Transit Hub Project In Hackensack
New Details, Video Show Workforce Housing, Transit Hub Project In Hackensack Bergen County officials have released a brand-new video rendering of Bergen Junction, a transformational mixed-use development in Hackensack that aims to provide affordable housing for essential workers, support veterans, and revitalize the NJ TRANSIT Hackensack Bus Transfer (scroll for video). The project — announced by Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco, the Board of Commissioners, and the Bergen County Improvement Authority — will replace the former Bergen County probation building and outdated bus terminal with state-of-the-art facilities.  Bergen Junction will feature a five…
Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds
Westchester Sees Record Growth in Housing Units, New Report Finds Westchester County is experiencing an unprecedented housing boom, with a new report revealing that approximately 12,500 new residential units have been completed since 2021, and another 15,000 units are currently under construction. The findings, presented by real estate brokerage RM Friedland at the annual real estate development conference hosted by the Business Council of Westchester (BCW) and the Fordham Real Estate Institute on Tuesday, Jan. 14, highlight the county's response to the national housing shortage. "The amount of residential development that has occurred in Westchester Coun…
Apartment Building With Affordable Housing Units Approved In East Rutherford Apartment Building With Affordable Housing Units Approved In East Rutherford
Apartment Building With Affordable Housing Units Approved In East Rutherford East Rutherford is about to get a modern makeover. The borough's Zoning Board has given the green light for a new three-story apartment building at 20-30 Willow St., bringing 26 fresh units—and a splash of affordable housing—to the neighborhood. The announcement came via a press release from Taylor Architecture & Design on Tuesday, Jan. 14. Designed by Italo Teixeria and presented by Stacy Mulrain, RA, the structure offers a mix of two studio units, 20 one-bedroom units, three two-bedroom units, and one three-bedroom unit. Four of these will be set aside as affordable housing, providing…
$7M Goes To Public Housing Repairs In White Plains, Other County Towns: Here's Where $7M Goes To Public Housing Repairs In White Plains, Other County Towns: Here's Where
$7M Goes To Public Housing Repairs In White Plains, Other County Towns: Here's Where Westchester is putting millions of dollars into improving public housing units in four municipalities, officials announced.  The funding, provided through the county's Landlord Tenant Assistance Program and announced by Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins on Monday, Jan. 13, will support critical repairs and upgrades to ensure safe and modern living conditions for residents, officials said. The funds will benefit the Greenburgh Housing Authority, New Rochelle Municipal Housing Authority, White Plains Housing Authority, and the Municipal Housing Authority for the City of …
$10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown White Plains $10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown White Plains
$10M Put To Affordable Housing In Downtown White Plains Westchester County is taking a major step forward in addressing the need for affordable housing with a $10 million allocation for the purchase of property in downtown White Plains, officials announced.  The Land Acquisition Act, signed by new County Executive Ken Jenkins on Tuesday, Jan. 7, will fund the redevelopment of two buildings located at 99 Church St. and 6 Cottage Pl. in White Plains. The project will create 108 affordable homeownership units for first-time buyers and include 89 parking spaces.  "We are continuing on our path to create as many affordable housing opportun…