Vincent Minotti, Longtime Teacher/Coach In Northern Westchester, Dies Vincent Minotti, Longtime Teacher/Coach In Northern Westchester, Dies
Vincent Minotti, Longtime Teacher/Coach In Northern Westchester, Dies A longtime teacher and coach in Northern Westchester has died. Vincent Minotti died on Sunday, Nov. 14, at his home in Orleans, Massachusetts, surrounded by his family.  He was born on Sept. 28, 1940, in Bedford Hills. He attended St. Mary’s High School in Katonah and later attended Springfield College in Massachusetts majoring in physical education. He earned his graduate degree at Teachers College Columbia University in New York City.  He followed his passion and became a dynamic physical education teacher and coach. He taught in the Bedford Central School District from 1963 …
Northern Westchester's William Kuebler, Photojournalist, Committed Environmentalist, Dies At 67 Northern Westchester's William Kuebler, Photojournalist, Committed Environmentalist, Dies At 67
Northern Westchester's William Kuebler, Photojournalist, Committed Environmentalist, Dies At 67 William H. "Bill" Kuebler, age 67, of Katonah and formerly of Chappaqua, died Tuesday, Sept. 7 at Northern Westchester Hospital surrounded by his family. Bill was born in Queens, to the late Harold Kuebler and Dorothea (Vermilyea) Kuebler. He spent his formative years and early married life in Chappaqua, graduating from Horace Greeley High School and Pace University. Bill was a career photojournalist, most recently working, until his retirement, at Gannett Co. for The Journal News. He experienced the world from behind the camera lens with excitement, curiosity, and humor.  A commit…
Bedford Native Katherine Darcy Deickler, 66, Mom, Occupational Therapist, Lit Up A Room Bedford Native Katherine Darcy Deickler, 66, Mom, Occupational Therapist, Lit Up A Room
Bedford Native Katherine Darcy Deickler, 66, Mom, Occupational Therapist, Lit Up A Room Katherine ("Kath") Darcy Deickler, age 66 of Lincoln, MA, died peacefully at her residence on May 19 from an arduous struggle with Parkinson’s disease. She was a beautiful, dynamic, intelligent and giving woman. Kath is survived by her husband Stephen Dyer of Lincoln; son Michael Bower (wife Kokila) of Toronto, Canada; daughter Kimberly Bower of Austin, TX;  parents Judith Deickler and Barry Deickler of Pawling; sisters Beverly Deickler (husband Colin Harley) of Woodbury, CT and Leigh Deickler (husband Victor Cassarino) of Hebron, CT and brother William Deickler of Redding, CT. Born in…
Popular Northern Westchester Business Owner, Ex-HS, College Football Standout Dies At 58 Popular Northern Westchester Business Owner, Ex-HS, College Football Standout Dies At 58
Popular Northern Westchester Business Owner, Ex-HS, College Football Standout Dies At 58 A popular business owner who was a football standout in Northern Westchester and then in college has died unexpectedly. Frankpeter Gabriel of Katonah, who was 58, died on Saturday. April 10 at Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco.  He was a graduate of Somers High School, where he was awarded all-county and all-league honors in football. He received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Northern Colorado, where he had a successful football career.  He was the owner of JMF Painting located in Somers. Frankpeter was the husband of Carolyn (Willman) and the fat…
COVID-19: Nearly Half Of Westchester Population Vaccinated; Latest Breakdown Of Data COVID-19: Nearly Half Of Westchester Population Vaccinated; Latest Breakdown Of Data
Covid-19: Nearly Half Of Westchester Population Vaccinated; Latest Breakdown Of Data Westchester continues ramping up its COVID-19 vaccination program as nearly half of all county residents have received at least one dose of the vaccine. During his latest COVID-19 briefing on Monday, April 12, Westchester County Executive George Latimer said that 42.8 percent of Westchester's population have received at least one shot, calling the program "very robust."  As of April 12, there have been 180,352 people (3,110 on Sunday, April 11) vaccinated at the Westchester County Center, 38,647 (1,077) on Friday, April 9 at Department of Health sites, and 41,080 (1,008) at the Yonkers…
COVID-19: CVS Expands Vaccination Sites To These Hudson Valley Locations COVID-19: CVS Expands Vaccination Sites To These Hudson Valley Locations
Covid-19: CVS Expands Vaccination Sites To These Hudson Valley Locations With the newly approved Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine providing health officials with an additional option for vaccinating those eligible, CVS announced it will be expanding its vaccination program to nearly 150 more locations in New York, including many in the Hudson Valley. CVS Pharmacy, which had already been receiving vaccine doses as part of the Federal Pharmacy Program, which are earmarked for specific chains, announced this week that it will be ramping up its vaccination program due to an increased allocation of the vaccine. Those who are eligible and interested in getting v…
Car Plows Into Northern Westchester Store Car Plows Into Northern Westchester Store
Car Plows Into Northern Westchester Store A car plowed through a Northern Westchester store, injuring three. The incident took place around 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 4, in Bedford Hills at the Brew & Co. at 532 N. Bedford Road (Route 117), said Sgt. Patricia McGraw with the Bedford Police Department. An elderly driver became confused and drove into the store, according to McGraw.  The injuries were very minor, McGraw said. She was not sure about the amount of damage to merchandise inside the store. This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Llama Who Went Missing In Northern Westchester Has Been Found Llama Who Went Missing In Northern Westchester Has Been Found
Llama Who Went Missing In Northern Westchester Has Been Found Update: A llama who went missing in Northern Westchester has been found. Gizmo, who is a rescue, arrived in Northern Westchester County on Saturday, Dec. 12. He got loose the next day in Bedford Corners near Guard Hill and Darlington roads and hasn't been seen since. He was located on Wednesday, Dec. 30, in woods not far from home, and is now back home and safely eating and drinking. Original story: There a llama on the loose in the area. Gizmo, who is a rescue, arrived in Northern Westchester County on Saturday, Dec. 12. He got loose the next day in Bedford Corners near Guard Hill…
COVID-19: Eatery In Northern Westchester Closes Due To Financial Strain Of Pandemic COVID-19: Eatery In Northern Westchester Closes Due To Financial Strain Of Pandemic
Covid-19: Eatery In Northern Westchester Closes Due To Financial Strain Of Pandemic A popular Asian restaurant in Northern Westchester has announced its permanent closure due to the financial strain of the COVID-19 pandemic.  Pho Corner Bistro is located on North Bedford Road (Route 117) in Bedford Hills. "We are deeply saddened and sorry to announce that we have permanently closed Pho Corner," wrote the establishment's owners on the eatery's website. "We want to thank everyone who has supported us throughout the years and especially during the pandemic." True to its name, the unassuming little restaurant on North Bedford Road took up residence at the end o…
37-Year-Old Killed In Saw Mill Parkway Crash Was Firefighter In Northern Westchester 37-Year-Old Killed In Saw Mill Parkway Crash Was Firefighter In Northern Westchester
37-Year-Old Killed In Saw Mill Parkway Crash Was Firefighter In Northern Westchester The 37-year-old man killed in a crash on the Saw Mill River Parkway is being remembered as a longtime member of his hometown fire department in Northern Westchester and for his love of sprint car racing. Bedford Hills resident James Poli Jr. was driving on the Saw Mill River Parkway at approximately 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12 near the Mount Kisco/Bedford Hills border when he lost control, rear-ended another vehicle, struck a tree, and was ejected, killing him, according to Westchester County Police. Earlier story - ID Released For Bedford Man Killed In Saw Mill Parkway Crash Poli wa…
ID Released For Man, 37, Killed In Two-Vehicle Northern Westchester Crash ID Released For Man, 37, Killed In Two-Vehicle Northern Westchester Crash
ID Released For Man, 37, Killed In Two-Vehicle Northern Westchester Crash Westchester County Police have released the identity of a man killed in a Saw Mill River Parkway crash over the weekend. Bedford Hills resident James Poli Jr., 37, was driving on the Saw Mill River Parkway at approximately 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12 near the Mount Kisco/Bedford border when he lost control, rear-ended another vehicle, and veered off the road and into a tree, said police. Original story - One Killed In Two-Vehicle Westchester Crash Westchester County Police spokesman Kieran O’Leary said that the car he struck was being driven by a 17-year-old girl who had a 17-year-ol…
Around Fairfield County: Here's Where To Donate Food Now, 48 More Places To Dine Around Fairfield County: Here's Where To Donate Food Now, 48 More Places To Dine
Around Fairfield County: Here's Where To Donate Food Now, 48 More Places To Dine Have extra macaroni and cheese and granola bars in your cupboard? There's a food drive for meals for kids going on today in Fairfield County. Filling in the Blanks, which is based in New Canaan, provides weekend meals to school children in many area towns and needs the items. Tuna, spaghetti, canned soup, boxed dry chicken noodle soup, apple sauce, fruit cups, instant oatmeal, canned corn and beans and rice are all being collected. All you have to do is drive over to the FITB warehouse where volunteers wearing masks and gloves will collect the groceries from your car up to 6 p.m. today, Thu…