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Driver Arrested For Felony DWI After Crashing Into A House: Police

The 61-year-old showed clear signs of intoxication, including slurred speech, impaired motor function, and an odor of alcohol, cops said.

NJ Men Behind $1.7M Smash-And-Grab Robbery At Jewelry Shop: Feds

They used a sledgehammer to steal jewelry, diamonds and luxury watches, while "innocent customers cowered in fear," according to the DOJ.

$67.8M Highway Revamp Project Begins

Workers will upgrade the interchange at Route 17 and Exit 122, according to the state Department of Transportation.

Town Of Cortlandt Board Joining Fight Against Con Ed Rate Increase Proposal

The utility has petitioned the Public Service Commission to allow them to increase rates by double digit percentages.

Gunman At Large After 1 Injured In Kingston Shooting: Police

Police said Tuesday that detectives are working on a number of leads, and they have executed search warrants at locations in the city.

Students Get A Taste Of Driving Under The Influence And Distracted Driving

Briarcliff Manor students learned in a unique way that decisions teen drivers make can have a lifelong impact on themselves and others.

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