New North Salem Resident Richard Gere Spotted At Popular Diner In Northeast New North Salem Resident Richard Gere Spotted At Popular Diner In Northeast
New North Salem Resident Richard Gere Spotted At Popular Diner In Northeast Actor Richard Gere, who resides in Northern Westchester County, made a cameo appearance at a diner in Northeast for an early morning bite on Monday, July 24, according to management.  "Look who stopped by for breakfast today," the restaurant at Sharon's Place in Scranton, Pennsylvania wrote in a Facebook post.  Look who stopped by for breakfast today!!😊😊 Posted by Sharon's Place on Monday, July 24, 2023 "Obviously, he knows who has the best breakfast in town!" wrote one restaurant-goer in the comments. "That’s amazing." Earlier report: Richard Gere Moves From One Northern Westchester…
Richard Gere Spotted At Popular PA Diner (PHOTOS) Richard Gere Spotted At Popular PA Diner (PHOTOS)
Richard Gere Spotted At Popular PA Diner (Photos) Actor Richard Gere made a cameo appearance at Sharon's Place in Scranton for an early morning bite on Monday, July 24, according to management.  "Look who stopped by for breakfast today," the restaurant wrote in a Facebook post.  Look who stopped by for breakfast today!!😊😊 Posted by Sharon's Place on Monday, July 24, 2023 "Obviously, he knows who has the best breakfast in town!" wrote one restaurant-goer in the comments. "That’s amazing." "I always miss the good stuff. Why didn't he come yesterday when I was there?" quipped another.  Gere, known for his roles in 1990's "Pretty Woman"…
Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In  Region, Sheriff Says Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In  Region, Sheriff Says
Duo Nabbed In Drug Den Full Of People In Region, Sheriff Says Two people were arrested after sheriff's deputies served a warrant at an apartment in the region known as a frequent drug den. The incident took place in Sullivan County around 3 a.m., Friday, June 9 at 18 Roosevelt Place, Apartment 16 in Monticello. "The residence is well known in the neighborhood as a drug-prone location where the injection and smoking of illicit substances take place," said Sullivan County Undersheriff Eric Chaboty. Seven people were removed from the apartment, none of whom lived there, Chaboty said.  Detectives charged Sullivan County resident Lauren T. Stack, ag…
Smoky Skies: Hochul Warns NY School Districts To Suspend Outdoor Activities Smoky Skies: Hochul Warns NY School Districts To Suspend Outdoor Activities
Smoky Skies: Hochul Warns NY School Districts To Suspend Outdoor Activities As raging Canadian wildfires send plumes of smoke over much of New York, Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging school districts to pause outdoor activities to protect the health of students' lungs.  In a statement on Wednesday, June 7, Hochul said much of the state would be in an air quality index of "unhealthy to very unhealthy" for most of the day as a result of smoke from Canadian wildfires that has drifted into the Northeast.  According to Hochul, schools in New York City, Syracuse, and Rochester have already suspended outdoor school activities as a result of the smoke.  "I suppor…
Comedian Matt Rife Set To Perform In New York As Part Of World Tour Comedian Matt Rife Set To Perform In New York As Part Of World Tour
Comedian Matt Rife Set To Perform In New York As Part Of World Tour Comedy star Matt Rife will swing through the Empire State as part of his first ever world tour. The 27-year-old comic, who has amassed nearly 18 million followers on TikTok and Instagram, is set to perform seven shows in New York as part of his upcoming “ProbleMATTic World Tour,” which was announced Monday, June 5. Fans can catch Rife at the following New York shows: Schenectady - Jan. 31, 2024 at Proctor’s Theatre New York City - Feb. 2, 2024 at Radio City Music Hall Waterloo - Feb. 28 and 29, 2024 at del Lago Resort & Casino Syracuse - March 30, 2024 at Landmark Theatre Rife announ…
Traffic Stop In Region Leads To Drug Bust, 3 Arrested, State Police Say Traffic Stop In Region Leads To Drug Bust, 3 Arrested, State Police Say
Traffic Stop In Region Leads To Drug Bust, 3 Arrested, State Police Say Two men and a juvenile were charged with possession of a controlled substance after state police found more than three pounds of marijuana and cocaine during a traffic stop. The bust took place in Sullivan County around 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 31 in the town of Liberty during a stop for traffic violations. According to Trooper Steven Nevel, during the stop, the driver of a 2006 Honda Accord, identified as Nicholas P. Macnaughton, age 22 from Syracuse, told troopers he had more than a pound of marijuana in the trunk of the car. Also in the vehicle were the front seat passenger and owner…
Best Burgers: Hudson Valley Eatery Makes Final 4 In Statewide Competition Best Burgers: Hudson Valley Eatery Makes Final 4 In Statewide Competition
Best Burgers: Hudson Valley Eatery Makes Final 4 In Statewide Competition For the second year in a row, a Hudson Valley restaurant has made the "final four" for the best burger in New York. Last year, Orange County staple Ben's Fresh, located in Port Jervis, took home the prize for the "People's Choice" award, but did not win the overall Best Burger honor, which went to Ale 'n' Angus Pub in Syracuse for the second straight year.  This year, Ben's is going for the top spot of Best Burger. Hosted by the New York Beef Council, the contest kicked off with nominations from consumers, and restaurants were encouraged to advocate for votes from their customers to g…
Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle
Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle Tributes and donations are pouring in after the death of a beloved Warren County mom and longtime volunteer who fought a valiant seven-year battle with breast cancer. Theresa L. Boylan, of Hackettstown, died at Karen Ann Quinlan in Fredon on Thursday, April 27, her obituary says. She was 48. Born in Syracuse, NY, Theresa was a former hairstylist at Hair Designs by Kim. She was well-known throughout the community for her activism as a soccer club volunteer and as President of the Great Meadows PTO. “Theresa loved everyone and is loved by all,” reads her memorial. Theresa’s surviving famil…
Voter Fraud: NY County Employees Cast Illegal Ballots During Election, Feds Say Voter Fraud: NY County Employees Cast Illegal Ballots During Election, Feds Say
Voter Fraud: NY County Employees Cast Illegal Ballots During Election, Feds Say Three county employees in New York are facing federal charges after allegedly casting fraudulent ballots during the 2021 election. Rensselaer County employees Richard Crist, age 55; James Gordon, age 42; and Leslie Wallace, age 35 were each arrested Thursday, April 27, on an indictment charging them with conspiring to violate the rights of voters, according to the US Attorney’s Office in the Northern District. Related Report: Rensselaer County Elections Commissioner Accused Of Voter Fraud Resigns Crist is the county’s director of operations, Gordon is the director of the Bureau for Ce…
'Best NY Burger' Nominees Include 2 Capital Region Restaurants 'Best NY Burger' Nominees Include 2 Capital Region Restaurants
'Best NY Burger' Nominees Include 2 Capital Region Restaurants When it comes to the best burger in New York, two contenders vying for the title aren't very far away. Rensselaer County eatery Illusive, located in Rensselaer at 3 Ferry Street, and Columbia County’s Chatham Brewery, found in Chatham at 59 Main Street, are among 29 restaurants that were nominated for this year’s Best New York Burger Competition. Voting for the 7th annual contest, which is put on by the New York Beef Council, is underway until Wednesday, April 19. Chatham Brewery was nominated for its burgers, which are made with beef from local Trowbridge Farms, in the town of Ghent. In …
Burgers Sold Through ‘Speakeasy' Window At Long Island Eatery Nominated For Best In State Burgers Sold Through ‘Speakeasy' Window At Long Island Eatery Nominated For Best In State
Burgers Sold Through ‘Speakeasy' Window At Long Island Eatery Nominated For Best In State The best hamburgers in New York may just come from a hidden, speakeasy-style window set in a black iron door below a flashing red light that signals when the grill is on. “The only way to find out, is to find out! Follow the red light!” reads the Instagram bio for Blackdoor Burger, a Long Beach restaurant known for keeping its exact location hush-hush. “#IfYouKnowYouKnow,” reads an Instagram post from June 2018. Rumor has it that those with a nose for tracking the tantalizing aroma of sizzling beef may get a whiff along New York Avenue, but that’s as much as this reporter is willing to d…
Seen Them? Statewide Alert Issued For Brother, Sister Who've Been Missing For Months Seen Them? Statewide Alert Issued For Brother, Sister Who've Been Missing For Months
Seen Them? Statewide Alert Issued For Brother, Sister Who've Been Missing For Months New York State Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing upstate brother and sister who haven't been seen in more than two months. The children, 10-year-old Hope G. Cobb and her 11-year-old brother, Samuel D. Cobb of Fulton, located about 30 miles north of Syracuse in Oswego County, went missing on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. They are believed to be with their non-custodial mother, Angela Cobb, who lost custody in November 2022 during a divorce, which officials believe led the mother to flee with the children, said Trooper Jack Keller. The brother and sister were las…