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DEC Cites Orange County Resident For Shooting Great Blue Heron

An Orange County resident shot and killed a great blue heron, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation confirmed.

NY Education Commissioner Hikes School Taxes In East Ramapo

The money is needed to address the needs of public school students, said New York Civil Liberties Union officials who had filed an appeal.

Pelham Swimmer Kate Douglass Brings Home The Gold In 200M Breaststroke

The Westchester swimmer, who attends the University of Virginia, already has a silver medal from the Paris games and a bronze from Tokyo 2020.

Upskirt Pics At Barnes & Noble Result In Felony Arrest: Police

The victim reported that she noticed a man crouching down behind her with a cell phone in his hand under her skirt.

Cop Suspended As DA Probes 'Deliberately Mishandled Evidence'

After reviewing body-cam footage, New Rochelle PD asked the Westchester DA to drop charges in the drug case that led to the allegations.

New York Blood Center Wants To Trade You A Pint For A Pint

The third annual event rewards blood donors with a pint from their favorite watering hole during a time of critical need.

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