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The 'Magician' Gets Federal Time For $145M Federal Tax Fraud Scheme
The Westchester tax preparer, who filed tens of thousands of false tax returns over a decade, cost Uncle Sam millions.

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The Westchester tax preparer, who filed tens of thousands of false tax returns over a decade, cost Uncle Sam millions.

The poem, “Homegrown Wonder,” evokes all the magic and excitement of a visit to the iconic amusement park.
The principal of Monhagen Middle School said there was no evidence to support speculation the substance was laced with fentanyl.
A 38-year-old woman was arrested and charged for the incident which took place at the Wenton Motel on Route 9W, according to state police.
She was driving up to 109 miles per hour with a BAC of .10 on the Palisades, when she hit a tree, causing her husband's death.
The victim was stabbed with barber's scissors inside the Yonkers barbershop he owns, in a hate crime that shocked the Hudson Valley.
The day of artistry and inspiration for all ages will celebrate the groups and artists that make Port Chester a creative hub.
On display at Cortlandt Town Hall, 'Art IRL!' is an exploration of works by artists who use digital tools in their creative process.
The car with swapped-out Connecticut plates led cops on a chase from NYC, before the New England Thruway pileup near the state line.
The Putnam County man was ejected 80 feet when his tire blew in Ulster County, causing the motorcycle to turn sideways and roll, police say.
State police say that the 24-year-old was arrested and charged with promoting prison contraband and endangering the welfare of a child.
After the victim's parents managed to get the Kingston woman out of the room, she was arrested by state police.
The homeowner who took the footage forwarded the engaging video to North Salem Supervisor Warren Lucas, who shared some safety advice.
The driver, who had a previous DWI conviction, was more than double the limit, and did not have a required interlock device, cops said.
While a historic bridge gets a massive overhaul, boat and car traffic will still be able to pass, thanks to a novel solution.
Rye police are reminding visitors admission to the iconic park is free for all, not a free-for-all, and traffic rules are still in effect.
The Lottery said just one third-prize-winning ticket in New York was sold for the Saturday night Powerball drawing.
After a search of an Ossining home, officers found a Jennings Firearms 9mm pistol and suspected crack cocaine, according to police.
The roadwork is planned in the southbound lanes on Wednesday, and the northbound lanes will be restricted on Thursday.
The American Red Cross Greater New York is providing support and shelter to those who were displaced by the fire.