Police: Verplanck Pair Stayed Overnight In Watergate Motel Without Paying

A pair of Verplanck women who snuck into the Watergate Motel in Croton-on-Hudson and spent the night a couple of times in December, were caught on Monday after the motel called the New York State Police to complain. Sarah Pisanelli, 19, and Carrie F. Roberts, 23, were charged with two counts of criminal trespass after an investigation by troopers revealed the duo had stayed overnight at the motel in Croton-on-Hudson, without permission or paying on two occasions, said state police.

Students Put Holiday Stamp On Buchanan Post Office

A colorful winter wonderland mural was painted on the post office front windows by Kathy Irwin's fourth and fifth grade art students from Buchanan-Verplanck Elementary School. "I'm sure the entire town is going to enjoy the students' artwork when they drop by our office during the holiday season," said Jackson.