New York governor helps motorist struck in snow during storm

A motorist stranded on a New York highway during Thursday’s snowstorm received assistance from a passer-by who just happens to be governor. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s office says the Democrat’s motorcade was travelling on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester County around 3 p.m. Thursday when it came upon a driver stuck on a roadside snowbank in Hawthorne.

New York Governor Helps Motorist Struck In Snow During Storm

A motorist stranded on a New York highway during Thursday’s snowstorm received assistance from a passer-by who just happens to be governor. Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s office says the Democrat’s motorcade was travelling on the Sprain Brook Parkway in Westchester County around 3 p.m. Thursday when it came upon a driver stuck on a roadside snowbank in Hawthorne.

Longtime Westchester Sports Coach Honored By National Football Foundation

A pair of Eastchester football legends were recently honored by the National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame for their commitment to the game. At the annual “Golden Dozen” National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame dinner at the Westchester County in Rye, the organization celebrated the careers of William Bill Cade Jr. and Matthew Roche, who have made names for themselves on and off the field.

County Legislature Democrats Introduce Immigrant Protection Act

Members of the Westchester County Board of Legislators Democratic Caucus introduced an Act Wednesday, aimed to alleviate many of the concerns surrounding inhumane treatment of their immigrant brothers and sisters and the fear working with local law enforcement often instills in them. The bill, titled the “Immigrant Protection Act”, codifies existing County policy while also drawing from model ordinances put forth by the New York Attorney General’s office with the intent to ensure all Westchester County residents are protected.

Yonkers DPW crews prep for snowfall

Meteorologists say snow may be heavy at times during the Thursday morning commute, leaving accumulations between 8 to 12 inches for Westchester and Rockland counties. Orange and Putnam counties can expect 5-8 inches.

Storm Team 4 Breaks Down Snow Expectations, Timeline

Storm Team 4 is tracking a major winter storm that could dump up to a foot of snow on parts of the tri-state area within 10 hours Thursday, bringing blizzard-like conditions to the region and crippling travel for tens of thousands of people. 3 a.m. to 6 a.m.: Wet, heavy snow starts falling in the tri-state area from west to east.

Mohegan Lake Man Violates Order Of Protection, Police Say

Police said that on Tuesday, Feb. 7, Dominic Mignogno, 59, was transported from the Westchester County Department of Corrections to Yorktown Justice Court, where he was placed under arrest for criminal contempt after a warrant was put out for his arrest. According to police, last December, officers launched an investigation into a report of a violated order of protection, which determined that at approximately noon on Nov. 21, Mignogno had in fact communicated with his victim by mail, violating the order that was issued by the Yorktown Justice Court.

Obituaries, February 8, 2017

… his parents, he is predeceased by his brother, Walter D Johnston. Although born in Iowa, Jim grew up in Westchester county, NY and graduated in 1965 from Fox Lane High school in Bedford, NY. After high school, he attended the University of Delaware …

Police warn public of Mount Kisco car booting scam

Westchester County police are warning the public of a car booting scam in Mount Kisco. Boot locking devices have been placed on the wheels of Boot locking devices have been placed on the wheels of some vehicles in the area, but they were not put there by the proper authorities.

Here’s why the rebate check is late

… with your office. They can’t find out where the check is,” Assemblywoman Sandra Galef, D-Ossining, Westchester County, said to tax officials. “They don’t know when it’s coming. They don’t know what it is for.” Nonie Manion, the executive deputy …

Tourist found dead in Panama was from NYC suburb

A 23-year-old American tourist found dead on a Panama island last weekend was from Westchester County, New York and graduated from Columbia University . Panamanian authorities say the body of Catherine Johannet of Edgemont was found Sunday on a wooded trail not far from a beach on Bastimentos Island.

Bedford Playhouse Reaches 2016 Funding Goal, Nears Final Planning Stages

The future of moviegoing in northern Westchester County is about to change, as Bedford Playhouse has reached its 2016 fundraising goal. A vibrant cultural and social destination, the theater is dedicated to screening the best films for adults and families, as well as becoming a community hub for social gatherings, special events, and educational programs relating to film and the arts.

Greenwich PD swears in newest recruit

… giving back, and I want to make my parents proud. I can’t wait to get out there.” A native of northern Westchester County, N.Y., Solomon graduated from Iona College with a concentration in criminal justice. He was working in retail before signing up …