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Yonkers Man Smuggled Drugs, Contraband Into NYC Juvenile Detention Center For Bribes: Feds Yonkers Man Smuggled Drugs, Contraband Into NYC Juvenile Detention Center For Bribes: Feds
Yonkers Man Smuggled Drugs, Contraband Into NYC Juvenile Detention Center For Bribes: Feds A Westchester County man who worked at a juvenile detention facility in the Bronx is facing a federal bribery charge after prosecutors said he smuggled drugs and other contraband to residents in exchange for money. Joshua Smith, 34, was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit bribery, the US Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York announced on Tuesday, June 2.  Smith was employed by the Administration for Children's Services as a youth development specialist at Horizon Juvenile Center in the Bronx, according to federal prosecutors. From at least April 2023 throu…
Street Racing, Road Takeover Crackdown On Route 97 Results In 50 Tickets In Deerpark Street Racing, Road Takeover Crackdown On Route 97 Results In 50 Tickets In Deerpark
Street Racing, Road Takeover Crackdown On Route 97 Results In 50 Tickets In Deerpark A scenic stretch of roadway in Orange County became the focus of a multi-agency crackdown after authorities said it was increasingly being used for illegal street racing and reckless driving, leading to dozens of tickets being issued.  The enforcement effort targeted the Hawk’s Nest section of Route 97 in the Town of Deerpark, where the town's police department said late-night gatherings have led to dangerous conditions for both residents and motorists.  The initiative, announced on Wednesday, May 6, was launched by the Deerpark Police Department following ongoing complaints from …
Pace University Cheerleader, 20, From Yonkers Dies Suddenly Pace University Cheerleader, 20, From Yonkers Dies Suddenly
Pace University Cheerleader, 20, From Yonkers Dies Suddenly The Pace University community and a Westchester family are mourning the sudden loss of a young student-athlete remembered for her kindness, energy, and bright spirit. Stevie Marie DeLuca, a Yonkers native and junior at Pace University, died on Thursday, April 30, at the age of 20, according to her obituary.  DeLuca was a member of Pace’s cheerleading team, where she served as a flyer. A graduate of Riverdale Kingsbridge Academy, she was majoring in criminal justice in the university’s Dyson School of Arts and Sciences.  Friends and loved ones described her as someone who left a l…
Peekskill Superintendent Announces Retirement After Over 30 Years Serving Kids Peekskill Superintendent Announces Retirement After Over 30 Years Serving Kids
Peekskill Superintendent Announces Retirement After Over 30 Years Serving Kids A Westchester County superintendent has announced he will retire at the end of the year, bringing to a close more than three decades in education.  Peekskill City School District Superintendent David Mauricio shared the news in a message to families on Friday, April 10, saying he plans to step down on Dec. 31, 2026. He has led the Peekskill district for the past eight years and said the decision comes with “mixed and heartfelt emotions.” "Leading as the superintendent for the past 8 years in Peekskill has been an incredible honor, and after 32 years serving children in …
Stolen Heirloom Ring Melted Down After Housekeeper Steals It From Rye Home: Police Stolen Heirloom Ring Melted Down After Housekeeper Steals It From Rye Home: Police
Stolen Heirloom Ring Melted Down After Housekeeper Steals It From Rye Home: Police A Connecticut woman is accused of stealing a family heirloom from her employer’s home in Westchester County, NY — a ring that police said was later melted down before it could be recovered.  Fairfield County resident Joise Cabral-Rosa, 30, of Bethel, was arrested on Thursday, April 2, following an investigation into missing jewelry reported earlier this year, the City of Rye Police Department announced.  According to police, the case began on March 12, when a Rye resident reported that a ring, described as a family heirloom passed down through generations, had gone missing.&n…
Family Mourning Sudden Loss Of Boy, 10, In Yonkers — Here's How To Help Them Family Mourning Sudden Loss Of Boy, 10, In Yonkers — Here's How To Help Them
Family Mourning Sudden Loss Of Boy, 10, In Yonkers — Here's How To Help Them A Westchester County family is grieving the sudden loss of a 10-year-old boy whose death has left loved ones heartbroken. Jhostin De La Rosa died on Monday, March 17, according to his family, who described his death as "sudden and unimaginable."  “On March 17, our family lost a piece of our hearts. My little brother, Jhostin, passed away at only 10 years old,” his brother, Geovanny De La Rosa, wrote. More information about his death was not made public.  His family said the loss has been overwhelming. "Our family is struggling to come to terms with a loss that no words can truly…
Sacred Heart School Announces Closure At End Of Year In Hartsdale Sacred Heart School Announces Closure At End Of Year In Hartsdale
Sacred Heart School Announces Closure At End Of Year In Hartsdale A longtime Catholic school in Westchester County will shut its doors at the end of the academic year, officials announced.  Sacred Heart School, which opened in 1953 and is located in Hartsdale, will close at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 school year, according to a letter sent to families on Monday, March 16, by the Archdiocese of New York’s Superintendent of Schools Office.  The decision follows a two-year review process involving Catholic parishes and regional elementary schools across the archdiocese. "As a result of this process, we have come to the difficult determination…
'Evildoer' Accused Of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material In Yonkers, DA Says 'Evildoer' Accused Of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material In Yonkers, DA Says
'Evildoer' Accused Of Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material In Yonkers, DA Says A 32-year-old Westchester County man faces charges after prosecutors say he was found in possession of material depicting the sexual abuse of children.  Yonkers resident Jonathan Garcia Salvador, 32, was arrested and arraigned in Yonkers City Court on Friday, Jan. 6, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced on Tuesday, Feb. 17.  Garcia Salvador was reportedly found to be both promoting and in possession of child sexual abuse material, the DA's Office said. He was charged with promoting an obscene sexual performance by a child and possessing an obscene sexu…
Armed Robbery At Gas Station Ends In 2 Arrests In Port Chester: Police Armed Robbery At Gas Station Ends In 2 Arrests In Port Chester: Police
Armed Robbery At Gas Station Ends In 2 Arrests In Port Chester: Police An armed robbery at a gas station in a Westchester County village ended with two men in custody and the recovery of a loaded handgun, police said. The call came in at around 10:15 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 15, when an armed robbery was reported at the Citgo gas station at the corner of Smith Street and Westchester Avenue, according to Port Chester Police. Officers arrived shortly afterward and found that a robbery had taken place, where a handgun was shown as the owners were leaving the business, police said.  Police said two people believed to be involved were seen walking away from the a…
Car Fire Closes Hutchinson River Parkway At Pelham, Mount Vernon Line (DEVELOPING) Car Fire Closes Hutchinson River Parkway At Pelham, Mount Vernon Line (DEVELOPING)
Car Fire Closes Hutchinson River Parkway At Pelham, Mount Vernon Line (Developing) All southbound lanes of the Hutchinson River Parkway are closed following a vehicle fire in Westchester County. The closure is in place near Exit 6A (First Avenue) at the Mount Vernon–Pelham line, around mile marker 6.6, as of Thursday, Feb. 5 at 10 a.m.  The fire began shortly before 10 a.m., according to 511NY traffic reports.  Both southbound lanes are now closed in the area.  More information about the fire has not yet been released. Check back to Daily Voice for updates. 
Officials Blast Con Ed Rate Hikes as Utility Bills Hit ‘Breaking Point’ In Westchester Officials Blast Con Ed Rate Hikes as Utility Bills Hit ‘Breaking Point’ In Westchester
Officials Blast Con Ed Rate Hikes as Utility Bills Hit ‘Breaking Point’ In Westchester Westchester County leaders are renewing calls for state regulators to block proposed Con Edison rate hikes, warning that residents are already being pushed to the brink by skyrocketing utility costs.  Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and the Westchester County Board of Legislators announced on Monday, Jan. 12, that they have formally urged the Public Service Commission to reject or significantly modify Con Edison’s proposed rate increases. According to the county, Con Edison’s plan would set annual electricity delivery rate increases of 4.3 percent in 2026, 5.0 percent in 2027,…
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…
Hulu TV Series Filming Set To Bring Traffic, Parking Changes To Downtown Irvington Hulu TV Series Filming Set To Bring Traffic, Parking Changes To Downtown Irvington
Hulu TV Series Filming Set To Bring Traffic, Parking Changes To Downtown Irvington A Westchester County downtown will see temporary parking restrictions and traffic impacts next week as a television production films scenes for an upcoming series, village officials announced. According to the Village of Irvington, scenes for an original A24/Hulu series titled "Birnam Wood" will be filmed on Tuesday, Jan. 13, from around 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. The filming permit was approved at the Jan. 5 Board of Trustees meeting.  Preparations for the shoot will begin earlier, with limited-impact prep days scheduled for Monday, Jan. 12, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the following Tuesday …
Best Movers In Westchester County In 2025: Two Men And A Truck Moving Best Movers In Westchester County In 2025: Two Men And A Truck Moving
Best Movers In Westchester County In 2025: Two Men And A Truck Moving We are thrilled to announce that Two Men and a Truck Moving has been named Best Movers in Westchester County in the 2025 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards, winning the title for the second year in a row! According to its website, Two Men and a Truck began nearly 30 years ago with just two movers and one truck and has since grown into the largest franchised moving company in the world. The site notes that the company now operates more than 400 locations, with thousands of trucks and employees handling millions of moves nationwide. Two Men and a Truck vehicle out on a move. Photo sup…
Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots
Latest Update: Storm’s Biggest Snow Totals Reported In These CT Spots Here's a rundown of snowfall accumulation reports compiled by the National Weather Service for the winter storm that arrived Saturday night, Dec. 13, and lasted until Sunday afternoon, Dec. 14. The highest snowfall amount came on Long Island: 8.5 inches in Commack. New York Manhattan Central Park 2.7 in 1 PM 12/14 Official NWS Obs Nassau County FARMINGDALE 8.0 IN 1200 PM 12/14 PUBLIC SSE PLAINEDGE 8.0 IN 1206 PM 12/14 TRAINED SPOTTER WSW UPPER BROOKVILLE 7.9 IN 1100 AM 12/14 PUBLIC WSW ELMONT 7.2 IN 1245 PM 12/14 …
Stew Leonard’s, Police To Hand Out Hundreds Of Turkeys To Families In Need In Yonkers Stew Leonard’s, Police To Hand Out Hundreds Of Turkeys To Families In Need In Yonkers
Stew Leonard’s, Police To Hand Out Hundreds Of Turkeys To Families In Need In Yonkers Hundreds of Thanksgiving turkeys will be handed out in Westchester as part of a community effort to support local families struggling with food insecurity resulting from the federal government shutdown.  The event, hosted by Stew Leonard’s Yonkers, will take place on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m., where New York State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, City of Yonkers officials, and members of the Yonkers Police and Fire Departments will help distribute turkeys to local residents, food pantries, shelters, and charities.  According to Stew Leonard’s, officials, police, …
False Burglary Report Caused Schools To Go Into Lockout In Peekskill: Police (UPDATE) False Burglary Report Caused Schools To Go Into Lockout In Peekskill: Police (UPDATE)
False Burglary Report Caused Schools To Go Into Lockout In Peekskill: Police (Update) A lockout at all schools in a Westchester County district on Thursday morning, Oct. 23, was lifted after police determined that a report of suspicious activity was unfounded.  On Friday, Oct. 24, the Peekskill Police Department said the incident began when officers responded to a report of possible burglary activity near one of the district’s schools.   As a precaution, the Peekskill City School District placed all buildings on lockout around 11:30 a.m., meaning doors were secured and no one was allowed in or out while classes continued inside, as Daily Voice previously repor…
'Whitest Suburb Of America': NYC Candidate Curtis Sliwa Mocks Bill Ackman's Chappaqua Home 'Whitest Suburb Of America': NYC Candidate Curtis Sliwa Mocks Bill Ackman's Chappaqua Home
'Whitest Suburb Of America': NYC Candidate Curtis Sliwa Mocks Bill Ackman's Chappaqua Home New York City mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa took aim at billionaire investor Bill Ackman during an interview, blasting the hedge fund manager over his recent criticism and mocking his suburban lifestyle in Westchester County.  Ackman, who lives in the wealthy Westchester County enclave, had echoed concerns on social media that Sliwa’s campaign could siphon votes from former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, helping Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani in the city’s upcoming mayoral race.  Referencing Ackman’s post — in which the billionaire wrote that “a vote for Curtis Sliwa is a vote for Zohran…
Nor'easter Leaves Hundreds In Dark In HV, Trees, Branches Snapped In Clarkstown Nor'easter Leaves Hundreds In Dark In HV, Trees, Branches Snapped In Clarkstown
Nor'easter Leaves Hundreds In Dark In HV, Trees, Branches Snapped In Clarkstown A powerful nor’easter that swept through the Hudson Valley left hundreds without power and sent crews scrambling to clear downed trees and wires Monday morning, Oct. 13.  In Rockland County, about 209 Orange & Rockland Utilities customers were still without electricity as of 12:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, with full restoration expected by 11 p.m., according to O&R. Meanwhile, just over 500 customers were reported to be in the dark in Orange County, with an estimated restoration time of Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 5 p.m.  As for Westchester County, 448 customers were reported withou…
'Mass Casualty Incident' On I-287 Injures Multiple In Port Chester 'Mass Casualty Incident' On I-287 Injures Multiple In Port Chester
'Mass Casualty Incident' On I-287 Injures Multiple In Port Chester Several people were injured in a serious multi-vehicle crash involving a tractor-trailer on Interstate 287 in Westchester County, according to fire officials.  The Port Chester Fire Department said crews were dispatched around Friday, Oct. 10, to the eastbound lanes of I-287 near Exit 11 for a crash involving multiple vehicles.  Crews soon arrived at the scene and found that several people were injured and trapped inside vehicles, leading to the crash being declared a Mass Casualty Incident as a result of the number of victims, the department said. Firefighters worked alongs…
Fugitive Who Fled To Mexico After Raping Child In Westchester Pleads Guilty: DA Fugitive Who Fled To Mexico After Raping Child In Westchester Pleads Guilty: DA
Fugitive Who Fled To Mexico After Raping Child In Westchester Pleads Guilty: DA A man who evaded capture for nearly two decades after raping a child in Westchester County has admitted to the crime, prosecutors announced.  On Monday, Sept. 22, 53-year-old Galo Herrera pleaded guilty to first-degree rape, Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced on Tuesday, Sept. 23.  Prosecutors said that between December 2006 and January 2007, Herrera forcibly raped a child under the age of 13. Before he could be arrested, he fled the country and hid in Mexico for years. In 2008, Herrera was indicted on multiple charges, including predatory sexual assault …
NYSP Trooper Accused Of Drunken Driving After Wrong-Way Crash In Cortlandt, Cops Say NYSP Trooper Accused Of Drunken Driving After Wrong-Way Crash In Cortlandt, Cops Say
Nysp Trooper Accused Of Drunken Driving After Wrong-Way Crash In Cortlandt, Cops Say This story has been updated.  A New York State Police trooper was arrested after a series of off-duty crashes in Westchester County, authorities said.  The incident happened on Sunday, Sept., 21 just before 5 p.m. in Cortlandt, when troopers responded to a reported hit-and-run crash near Roa Hook Road and Route 9, New York State Police announced on Monday, Sept. 22. According to investigators, a 2021 Toyota SUV hit another car stopped at a red light and left the scene. Witnesses told police the SUV continued south in the wrong lane on Route 9, striking additional vehicles before …
Fugitive Chase, DWI Bust, Stolen Car: Trio Of Arrests Made In Croton-On-Hudson, Police Say Fugitive Chase, DWI Bust, Stolen Car: Trio Of Arrests Made In Croton-On-Hudson, Police Say
Fugitive Chase, DWI Bust, Stolen Car: Trio Of Arrests Made In Croton-On-Hudson, Police Say Three dramatic busts, including a highway fugitive chase, a felony DWI, and a stolen car case, kept police in one Westchester County village busy over the last few weeks. The arrests happened between Friday, Aug. 22, and Monday, Sept. 1, the Croton-on-Hudson Police Department announced on Friday, Sept. 19. The first of the arrests happened on Aug. 22, when officers said they took Tequan Robinson, 26, of New York City, into custody after a multi-agency pursuit that started with a larceny case in Tarrytown.  The chase ended on Interstate 87, where Robinson was arrested and charged with …
Man Found With Loaded Gun After Highway Stop In Greenburgh, Police Say Man Found With Loaded Gun After Highway Stop In Greenburgh, Police Say
Man Found With Loaded Gun After Highway Stop In Greenburgh, Police Say A traffic stop in Westchester County led to the arrest of a 24-year-old Pennsylvania man who police say had a loaded handgun in his vehicle. Troopers stopped a car with Pennsylvania plates around 8:40 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, on I-287 in Greenburgh after it made unsafe lane changes and was found to have a tinted windshield, New York State Police said. The driver, identified as Branden Muniz of Walnutport, was the sole occupant. Investigators discovered he was illegally in possession of a loaded Palmetto State Armory Dagger Compact 9mm handgun, police said. The weapon was seized and the vehi…
$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…
Check Your Name: $453M In Unclaimed Funds Awaits Westchester Residents, Officials Say Check Your Name: $453M In Unclaimed Funds Awaits Westchester Residents, Officials Say
Check Your Name: $453M In Unclaimed Funds Awaits Westchester Residents, Officials Say If you're strapped for cash, you may want to check if Westchester County owes you money — hundreds of millions of dollars are waiting to be claimed by people and organizations, officials said.  County Executive Ken Jenkins and New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli said Wednesday, Sept. 17, that Westchester residents, businesses, nonprofits, and religious institutions have about $453 million in unclaimed funds currently on the books.  "Too often, people don’t realize they’re owed money—and the truth is, you could be one of them," Jenkins said, adding, "Westchester resi…
Gun Violence Drops In These Hudson Valley Cities, Hochul Says: Here's Why Gun Violence Drops In These Hudson Valley Cities, Hochul Says: Here's Why
Gun Violence Drops In These Hudson Valley Cities, Hochul Says: Here's Why Gun violence is on the decline in several Hudson Valley cities, with officials crediting a new initiative for the progress.  Governor Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, Sept. 16, that across the 28 municipalities participating in New York State’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative, including Mount Vernon, Yonkers, and Poughkeepsie, shooting incidents with injury fell 14 percent in the first eight months of 2025 compared to the same period last year.  The number of people shot dropped 22 percent, and gun-related deaths decreased by nearly a third, Hochul ad…
'Hard No': Westchester County Exec Comes Out Against Indian Point Restart 'Hard No': Westchester County Exec Comes Out Against Indian Point Restart
'Hard No': Westchester County Exec Comes Out Against Indian Point Restart Westchester County’s top official is making it clear: the Indian Point nuclear power plant should stay shut down. On Tuesday, Sept. 16, County Executive Ken Jenkins announced his strong opposition to any effort to restart the Buchanan facility, urging the Westchester County Board of Legislators to pass a resolution formally declaring the county’s stance.  "Opening this plant again is a hard no," Jenkins said, adding, "New York State has access to low-cost, environmentally conscious energy alternatives including solar, wind, geothermal and hydropower – we don’t need or want Indian …
Westchester Gets Full Control Of Playland: Panel Rules Standard Amusements Defaulted Westchester Gets Full Control Of Playland: Panel Rules Standard Amusements Defaulted
Westchester Gets Full Control Of Playland: Panel Rules Standard Amusements Defaulted Westchester County has won a legal victory in its long-running dispute with Standard Amusements, the private company that walked away from managing Playland Park earlier this year.  An arbitration panel ruled on Wednesday, Sept. 10, that Standard Amusements defaulted by refusing to operate Playland for the 2025 season and formally handing management back to the County in February, county officials announced on Monday, Sept. 15.  The decision affirms the county’s termination of its contract with Standard and awards the company only the minimum damages allowed under the Playland Man…
Seafood Restaurant To Close After Over 2 Decades In Croton: Here's Their Last Day Seafood Restaurant To Close After Over 2 Decades In Croton: Here's Their Last Day
Seafood Restaurant To Close After Over 2 Decades In Croton: Here's Their Last Day A longtime Westchester County seafood spot is preparing to close its doors after more than two decades. Ocean House Oyster Bar & Grill, located in Croton-on-Hudson at 49 North Riverside Ave., announced on Sunday, Sept. 14 that it will serve its final meals on Saturday, Sept. 20, ending a 21-year run in the community.  “21 years ago our journey began with a clear vision to create a restaurant where people would get great food in a friendly casual setting. That was the genesis of Ocean House,” the restaurant said in a farewell message. The owners thanked staff, customers, and f…
Drunk Driver Found Sleeping In Car On I-95 In Pelham Almost Hits Cop After Waking Up: NYSP Drunk Driver Found Sleeping In Car On I-95 In Pelham Almost Hits Cop After Waking Up: NYSP
Drunk Driver Found Sleeping In Car On I-95 In Pelham Almost Hits Cop After Waking Up: Nysp A driver from New Jersey is accused of passing out drunk behind the wheel in an active work zone on Interstate 95 in Westchester County, NY, then nearly hitting a trooper as he tried to drive away, police said. The incident a little before 11:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 5, in the town of Pelham, according to New York State Police. Troopers said they found Ramiro Efrain Tarcoguaman, 27, of New Jersey, unresponsive inside a 2013 Chevrolet stopped in the northbound center lane.  Officers broke a rear passenger window to reach him, at which point he allegedly shifted into drive, forcing a tr…