CARIBBEAT: New statue and film in the works for history-making…

... The holiday season's "Ol Time Grand Market," a two-day affair, featuring a vendors' markets and concerts in Mount Vernon and Brooklyn presented by Braata Productions, begins next Saturday. On Saturday, the First Presbyterian Church, 199 N. Columbus ...

New York Today: New York Today: The Proud Boys and Politics

... bill. [ New York Times ] a In the 24 hours of each day, there is no moment alike in America. For example, in Mount Vernon, N.Y., bakers wake up at the break of dawn to make Jamaican foods to be distributed across the five hungry boroughs. [ New York ...

Cheryelle M. Cruickshank Recognized as a Professional of the Year by…

Cheryelle M. Cruickshank of Mount Vernon, New York has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 29 years in the fields of nonprofit executive management and mental health services. About Cheryelle M. Cruickshank Cheryelle Cruickshank currently serves as the first Chief Executive Officer of Human First, Inc. which is a 501 not-for-profit organization serving the developmentally disabled communities of New York City and Long Island.

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 ...

Klein opponent suspends campaign

... In return, Democrats said they won't run candidates against Klein and other IDC members. Biaggi was born in Mount Vernon, and graduated from Pelham Memorial High School. She also earned degrees from New York University and Fordham Law School, ...

Funeral service today for Lowell Hawthorne in NY

A Thanksgiving service for the life of the late founder and CEO of Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill, Lowell Hawthorne, takes place today in Brooklyn, New York. The service, which will be held at the Christian Cultural Center, located on Flatlands Avenue, is scheduled to begin at 9:00 am following a viewing of the body, which starts at 8:00 am.

Candlelight vigil for Lowell Hawthorne at UWI this Saturday

There will be a candlelight vigil for former president and CEO of Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery & Grill, Lowell Hawthorne, this Saturday at the University of the West Indies, Mona campus. According to tweets from Golden Krust Bakery, the vigil will be held at the Undercroft from 6:00pm to 8:00pm to celebrate the life of their hero and legend.

Durante Rentals Opens New Location in Brooklyn, N.Y.

The fully renovated and strategically located store, at 1773 Bushwick Ave. in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, is a full-service equipment and tool rental facility offering rentals, sale, parts, service and training. Durante Rentals continues its rapid expansion with its latest store opening in Brooklyn, N.Y. The fully renovated and strategically located store, at 1773 Bushwick Ave. in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, is a full-service equipment and tool rental facility offering rentals, sale, parts, service and training.

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 ...

Durante Rentals Opens New Location in Brooklyn, NY

Durante Rentals continues its rapid expansion with their latest store opening in Brooklyn, New York. The fully renovated and strategically located store, at 1773 Bushwick Avenue in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, is a full-service equipment and tool rental facility offering rentals, sale, parts, service, and training.

Durante Rentals Opens New Location in Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn, NY, October 05, 2017 -- -- Durante Rentals continues its rapid expansion with their latest store opening in Brooklyn, New York. The fully renovated and strategically located store, at 1773 Bushwick Avenue in the Bushwick section of Brooklyn, is a full-service equipment and tool rental facility offering rentals, sale, parts, service, and training.

Westchester Man Killed, Teen Pedestrian Hurt When Motorcycle Hits Barrier

A Westchester man was killed and a teenage girl injured when he lost control of his motorcycle Monday in Queens, according to the New York City Police. The crash occurred at 5:20 p.m., when 42-year-old motorcyclist Matthew Rosenzweig from the Fleetwood section of Mount Vernon smashed into a concrete barrier on westbound Grand Central Parkway, the NYPD said.

National Cooperative Bank Originates $74.7 Million for New York-Area Cooperatives in August 2017

... 38 West 9th Street in Manhattan; a A $3.4 million first mortgage for an 81-unit co-op at 590 East 3rd Street in Mount Vernon, NY; a A $2.8 million first mortgage and a $200,000 line of credit for a 31-unit co-op at 71 Grace Avenue in Great Neck, NY; ...

Durante Rentals Opens Brooklyn Branch, the Company’s Ninth

The new Durante Rentals Brooklyn location is situated near the area's major commercial and non-commercial thoroughfares such as Jackie Robinson Parkway, Jamaica Avenue, Bushwick Avenue, Eastern Parkway and Atlantic Ave. The branch is Durante Rentals ninth location and third in New York City. Its Durante Rentals' second location to open in the past 90 days, having opened its Danbury, Conn., store in late July.

Police Chase Starts In Westchester, Ends With Shooting In The Bronx

A wild police pursuit that started in Westchester ended with a shooting in the Bronx on Tuesday morning, with at least one person hospitalized. Officials confirmed that Mount Vernon police attempted to stop a black truck at approximately 9 a.m. on Tuesday for a traffic violation, when the driver sped off, nearly striking responding officers.

Three Remain Hospitalized Following Christmas Day Shooting In Westchester

Mount Vernon remains in a state of shock following a Christmas Day shooting that left club owner O'Neal Bandoo dead and five others injured. On Monday, " career " criminal Errol Hillary, 39, was arraigned on a second-degree murder charge after he took out a gun and opened fire at the Mansion on North 3rd Avenue as it was clearing out for the night following last call.

Westchester Resident Nominated For NAACP Theater Award

A Broadway veteran and Mount Vernon resident has been nominated for an NAACP Theater Award for his portrayal of Smokey Robinson in "Motown: The Musical." Jesse Nager, who has starred in multiple shows, including "Mary Poppins," "Mamma Mia," "Scandalous," and "Xanadu," has played Robinson on Broadway and in theaters across the country.

Domestic Violence Awareness Introduced at Wartburg

Nov. 1, 2016 - PRLog -- Wartburg Introduces Domestic Violence Awareness Initiative with weekly events throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October Mount Vernon, N.Y. -Wartburg, a senior care provider, kicked off its Domestic Violence Initiative for residents and staff with weekly events throughout their 34-acre campus during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October. Every Wednesday throughout October, staff and volunteers provided information to their employees about domestic violence and available resources should they, or a loved one, need help.