Congers Man Hits Woman In Face During Road-Rage Incident, Police Say Congers Man Hits Woman In Face During Road-Rage Incident, Police Say
Congers Man Hits Woman In Face During Road-Rage Incident, Police Say An area man was arrested for assault in connection with an alleged road-rage incident that left a woman injured. Benoy Varghese, 32, of Congers, was arrested on Monday, July 1, and charged with assault and criminal mischief after reportedly hitting a woman in Stony Point, said Stony Point Police Lt. Daniel Hylas. Varghese was arrested after police responded to the Shell Gas Station in Stony Point and found a woman in distress with redness and swelling to her face.  The woman told officers that a driver cut her off while she was traveling southbound on North Liberty Drive. Sh…
Trapped: Man, 72, Accidentally Gets Pinned By Car In Congers Garage Trapped: Man, 72, Accidentally Gets Pinned By Car In Congers Garage
Trapped: Man, 72, Accidentally Gets Pinned By Car In Congers Garage A 72-year-old man found himself in a dangerous position after accidentally getting pinned against the wall by his car, sending him to the hospital, police said. First responders from the Clarkstown Police Department were dispatched to a Snedecker Avenue home in Congers at approximately 1 p.m. on Monday, June 24, where there was a report of a man pinned by a vehicle inside his garage. Police said that when the homeowner pulled into his garage he accidentally struck a pillar. When he exited the sedan to assess the damage, he failed to put the vehicle in park, which then proceeded to inch forw…
Two-Car Crash Causes Road Closure In Congers Two-Car Crash Causes Road Closure In Congers
Two-Car Crash Causes Road Closure In Congers A busy road in Congers was temporarily closed following a two-car crash that took out a utility pole. Officers from the Clarkstown Police Department shut down Lake Road between South Conger and South Grant at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20, following reports of the crash. During the crash, two vehicles were totaled and a utility pole was snapped off, perched atop one of the two vehicles. Paramedics, local police and Con Edison crews responded to the scene. No injuries were reported, despite the damage to the vehicles. The crash forced the roadway to be closed in both directions …
Missing Area Teen Found Dead Missing Area Teen Found Dead
Missing Area Teen Found Dead Update The teen who went missing in the area late last week has been found dead. The Clarkstown Police Department said at 4:30 p.m. Monday, May 13, that it "regretfully reports that Peter Ereifej, 18, of New City, has been located deceased at Hook Mountain State Park located in Congers." Ereifej had been missing since Friday, May 10. He was reported missing by his mother, police said.  More than 100 volunteers turned out to help search for the teen.  The cause of his death is under investigation and will be handled by the New York State Park Police, due to the incident tak…
Titanic Coffee Opens Shop Alongside Deli In Congers Titanic Coffee Opens Shop Alongside Deli In Congers
Titanic Coffee Opens Shop Alongside Deli In Congers Raphael Mureb, the owner of Congers staple, Titanic Deli (15 S. Route 303), has embarked on a new business venture right next door: Titanic Coffee. Titanic Deli has been open since 1998, offering gourmet breakfasts, lunches and more. The menu includes everything from the quintessential bacon, egg and cheese to low carb breakfasts, Latin breakfasts, house wraps, 10-inch heroes, paninis and more. The deli’s new neighbor, Titanic Coffee, is a juice bar and lounge more focused on hot and cold coffee, tea and espresso as well as other beverages like smoothies and protein shakes. Though the cafe…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Area How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Area
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Throughout The Area Here are snowfall totals from the winter storm that swept through the area. Connecticut Fairfield County Bethel, 10 inches Danbury, 10 inches Darien, 9 inches Easton, 8 inches Fairfield, 6 inches Greenwich, 8 inches New Canaan, 10.5 inches Newtown, 11 inches Norwalk, 8 inches Ridgefield, 10 inches Shelton, 11 inches Stamford, 7 inches Stratford, 8.5 inches New York  Westchester County Armonk, 11 inches Croton Falls, 7 inches Jefferson Valley, 6.5 inches Katonah, 10 inches Mount Kisco, 8 inches North Salem, 10 inches Pound Ridge, 10 inches White Plains, 6 inc…
18 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops 18 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops
18 Orange County Residents Charged With DWI In State Police Stops New York State Police troopers removed more than three dozens drivers off the roadway over the weekend for alleged impaired driving. Area residents charged include: Orange County On Friday, Feb. 15, State Police troopers from Middletown arrested Lori Hurst, 43 of Middletown, for DWAI Drugs. She was traveling on Dolson Avenue in Middletown when she was involved in a vehicle crash. An investigation revealed that she was impaired by drugs and she was subsequently arrested. On Friday, Feb. 15, State Police troopers from Montgomery arrested William Wilson Jr, 23 of Walden, for DWI. He was trav…
New Rankings: These Are Wealthiest Towns In Rockland County According To Census Data New Rankings: These Are Wealthiest Towns In Rockland County According To Census Data
New Rankings: These Are Wealthiest Towns In Rockland County According To Census Data The median household income in New York is $62,765  -- so how does Rockland County factor in? According to data from the U.S. Census covering 2013 through 2017 released last month, several area communities have some of the highest earners in the state. The median income in Rockland County was $88,571 -- the highest-earning county in the state. Here's the median household income across Rockland County (2013 to 2017): Blauvelt: $126,410 New City: $124,765 Thiells: $122,614 Wesley Hills: $115,250 Congers: $113,333 New Hempstead: $114,205 Tappan: $112,143 Clarkstown: $111,025 Pearl …
Congers Woman Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run Congers Woman Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run
Congers Woman Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run The area woman who struck and killed a man before speeding away last year will not face jail time after being sentenced on Friday. Congers resident Jodi Sarf, who pleaded guilty in July to leaving the scene of an accident resulting in a death without reporting it, was sentenced to one year of conditional release, a $500 fine and her license has been suspended. SHe must also attend defensive driving classes and perform community service as part of her sentence. On Dec. 19 last year, Sarf, 48, struck and killed Miguel Aguaiza, 40, at approximately 10:30 p.m. as he was crossing Route 304 near …
Congers Woman Due To Be Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run Congers Woman Due To Be Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run
Congers Woman Due To Be Sentenced For Fatal Hit-Run The area woman who struck and killed a man before driving off late last year is scheduled for sentencing on Friday. Congers resident Jodi Sarf, who pleaded guilty in July to leaving the scene of an accident resulting in a death without reporting it, is due in court on Oct. 12, when she is expected to receive one year of probation and a fine. On Dec. 19 last year, Sarf, 48, struck and killed Miguel Aguaiza, 40, at approximately 10:30 p.m. as he was crossing Route 304 near the intersection of Third Street. Police said that Sarf fled the scene and a day later, her Mercedes Benz SUV was taken i…
How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms
How Much Rain Did You Get? A Look At Totals From Tuesday's Storms Here's a rundown of rainfall totals from Tuesday's storms that caused flooding in parts of the Hudson Valley and Fairfield County. Connecticut Fairfield County Trumbull 7.32 inches, 9:42 p.m.  Shelton 5.28 inches, 7:52 p.m. Wilton 5.25 inches, 6:30 p.m. Westport 4.04 inches, 7:57 p.m. Norwalk 3.57 inches, 8 p.m. New Canaan 3.49 inches, 5 p.m. Danbury 2.71 inches, 8 p.m. Fairfield 2.66 inches, 7:54 p.m. Stratford 2.38 inches, 8:05 p.m. Brookfield 2.37 inches 10 p.m. New Fairfield 2.27 inches, 7:15 p.m. Bethel 2 inches, 3 p.m. Bridgeport Airport 1.97 inches, 8 p.m. Darien 1.54 i…
Rogue Rockland Moving Companies Fined Rogue Rockland Moving Companies Fined
Rogue Rockland Moving Companies Fined Two unlicensed moving companies from Rockland were snagged in a New Jersey undercover sting that cost them $2,500 each, authorities announced Monday. Big Men in Trucks from Sloatsburg and Enterprise Van Lines from Congers each has the option of seeking mitigation or requesting an administrative hearing to contest the violation and civil penalty, New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal said. “The $2,500 civil penalty for unlicensed operation will be reduced to $1,250 for any mover that applies for licensure with the Division within 30 days of receiving the [Notice of Violation],” Grewal…