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Early this morning, a homeowner called police to report that his 32-year-old son had started a fire in the basement of the family home.
The hoax posted on social media also falsely warned of an active shooter on campus, according to the feds.
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New York was named the 5th most generous state by percent of repeat donors, according to the charitable crowdfunding group.
A 2021 Mercedes-Benz traveling north in the left lane struck a stopped 2003 Freightliner construction vehicle, according to state police.
The 63-year-old Mount Vernon man, accused of preying "on a vulnerable population," was indicted today on new felony sex abuse charges.
A conservator working on a century-old Amanda Brewster Sewell painting at the Caramoor's Rosen House discovered something unexpected.
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Ramapo police said they recovered the gun the 26-year-old displayed and racked the slide of during an argument.
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The duo is accused of robbing a gas station, and the same restaurant twice, according to Mount Vernon police.
Police said that a second child in the home witnessed the attack and flagged down passing drivers who called 911, and then rushed to help.
When Bronxville police arrived at the scene, they saw the building superintendent helping a resident down a ladder.
A passing vehicle stopped and took the victim, whose back was slashed as he ran for his life, to the hospital, where he required surgery.
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Aligning Bee-Line fares with the MTA’s ensures riders will maintain free transfers and benefit from the 7-day OMNY fare cap.
New fares go into effect on Jan. 4. Riders who purchase or activate mobile tickets onboard trains will be subject to a surcharge.
The notices put on cars overnight are on Village of Port Chester letterhead, but cops say the official-looking letters aren't legit.
Come for that perfect present for Aunt Sara, stay for the free holiday-themed mini-golf, and grab a photo with Santa while you're at it.
The retail center that took more than a decade to secure approvals and construct has now changed hands in a multimillion dollar deal.
