Michael Imperioli cites ‘Sopranos’ creator as inspiration for new novel

... said before sitting down to an Easter dinner of stuffed artichokes and gnocchi at his parents' home in Mount Vernon. "How that really anchors and fleshes out the work - I never read anybody who was as committed to details as he is," said the ...

Denzel Washington On ‘Roman J. Israel’ Role: ‘I Have An Inner Awkwardness’ Too

... peanut butter and honey sandwiches all while sporting a dated and unflattering Afro and clothes. But the Mount Vernon, NY native says we're all a little like Roman. "It's not the worst thing in the world to put that same pair of socks on," ...

Best of the best

The State University of New York at Fredonia School of Music has announced a group of 10 talented, young pianists selected to move on to the Finalist Round of The Claudette Sorel Piano Competition, slated for Nov. 4, beginning at noon in Rosch Recital Hall. Finalists include: Alexei Aceto from Ithaca, Henry Tang from Brooklyn, Harue Suzuki from Williamsville, Michael McClure from Kenmore, Deven Shah from Wattsburg, Pa.; Paulina Kotarski from Elmwood Park, Ill.; Craig Murray from Mt.

Best of the best

The State University of New York at Fredonia School of Music has announced a group of 10 talented, young pianists selected to move on to the Finalist Round of The Claudette Sorel Piano Competition, slated for Nov. 4, beginning at noon in Rosch Recital Hall. Finalists include: Alexei Aceto from Ithaca, Henry Tang from Brooklyn, Harue Suzuki from Williamsville, Michael McClure from Kenmore, Deven Shah from Wattsburg, Pa.; Paulina Kotarski from Elmwood Park, Ill.; Craig Murray from Mt.

Meet Susie Essman, the cussin’ curmudgeon of ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’

... a Rising Star in Manhattan. "It was an amazing time," says Essman, who was born in The Bronx and grew up in Mount Vernon. "People were lined up around the block at the Improv and Catch a Rising Star and the Comic Strip and you knew everybody." She ...

Alabama weatherman Alan Sealls: ‘Definitely the best’

Known for his unflappable demeanor, WKRG-TV Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls had no idea Wednesday afternoon's weather update would make him a social media sensation. Known for his unflappable demeanor, WKRG-TV Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls had no idea Wednesday afternoon's weather update would make him a social media sensation.

Alabama weatherman Alan Sealls: ‘Definitely the best’

Known for his unflappable demeanor, WKRG-TV Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls had no idea Wednesday afternoon's weather update would make him a social media sensation. Known for his unflappable demeanor, WKRG-TV Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls had no idea Wednesday afternoon's weather update would make him a social media sensation.

Zumjay pursuing master’s degree overseas

Dancehall artiste Zumjay is now reading for his master's degree even while holding down a steady 9-to-5 and doing dancehall music part-time. "You have to chase your dreams, and getting this degree will be a big accomplishment as it will make me more marketable in the US job market, and enables me to gain more knowledge and expertise in my chosen field of work," he said.

Andre Drummond teams up with Halo Burger, gets signature burger

Andre Drummond teams up with Halo Burger Pistons center and NBA All-Star's own Dre Burger will help raise funds for Special Olympics of Flint Check out this story on detroitnews.com: http://detne.ws/2ogzgLT The 6-foot, 11-inch Mount Vernon, New York, native has been named the first spokesman for Halo Burger, a 93-year-old Michigan-based burger chain. With this honor comes a signature Dre Burger, debuting at all Halo Burger locations Sunday.

Kid Stuff: Jan. 19-26

Inauguration Weekend , George Washington's Mount Vernon, 3200 Mount Vernon Highway. Children ages 8 and up can look for clues and solve puzzles in a scavenger hunt that includes variety of locations across Washington's beloved estate and buttons from Washington's inauguration will be on display in the Orientation Center.

Westchester Native Shares The Screen With Ryan Gosling In ‘La La Land’

Actress Claudine Claudio, a Mount Vernon who lives in Los Angeles, plays alongside Ryan Gosling in the highly-anticipated dream chasing romantic movie musical "La La Land," releasing in select theaters Friday, Dec. 9. "La La Land" tells the story of an aspiring actress and dedicated jazz musician , who are struggling to make ends meet while pursuing their dreams. Claudio enters the storyline alongside Gosling as "Karen," a waitress at the supper club where he works.

Mount Vernon Faces Fines From EPA As Sewage Flows Into Hutchinson River

... a division of CBS Corp. and one of the largest network-owned station groups in the country. Got a nose for [] MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) - A polluted river, a leaking sewage system, and an ongoing lack of political will have left a Westchester ...