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Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake
Section 9 Disqualification: NY Superintendent Says Team Blamed For Rival's Mistake The superintendent of an Orange County school district is firing back at criticism of her football team's players and coaches amid a growing controversy over a rival school's disqualification from a championship game.  Newburgh Enlarged City School District Superintendent Dr. Jackielyn Manning Campbell defended her district's football program in a statement on Thursday, Nov. 12, as Middletown prepares to challenge its disqualification in court, as previously reported by Daily Voice.  Manning Campbell said Newburgh's players and coaches have been unfairly blamed for uncovering an e…

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Car Goes Up In Flames On Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester County Car Goes Up In Flames On Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester County Car Goes Up In Flames On Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester County
Car Goes Up In Flames On Saw Mill River Parkway In Westchester County A car caught fire on the Saw Mill River Parkway in Westchester County — but no one was hurt, firefighters said. The fire broke out on the northbound Saw Mill River Parkway just north of the Ashford Avenue exit in Dobbs Ferry at around 8:10 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, according to the Dobbs Ferry Fire Department.   When firefighters arrived, they found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Fortunately, everyone inside the car had already escaped before emergency crews reached the scene, the department said.  Firefighters quickly worked to bring the blaze under control and…
Nearly $14M In Road Repaving Planned Across Hudson Valley: Here's Where Nearly $14M In Road Repaving Planned Across Hudson Valley: Here's Where Nearly $14M In Road Repaving Planned Across Hudson Valley: Here's Where
Nearly $14M In Road Repaving Planned Across Hudson Valley: Here's Where Drivers in parts of the Hudson Valley could soon have a smoother ride, as nearly $14 million in state funding will go toward repaving several major roads battered by harsh winter weather.  The funding will cover five road projects in Orange, Putnam, and Sullivan counties, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Tuesday, Nov. 10.  The projects, totaling $13.95 million, will resurface 49 lane miles of roadway as part of a statewide effort to repair roads damaged by winter weather. Construction is expected to begin in spring 2027, according to the governor's office.  Which Hudson V…
School District Takes Section 9 Championship Disqualification To Court In Hudson Valley School District Takes Section 9 Championship Disqualification To Court In Hudson Valley School District Takes Section 9 Championship Disqualification To Court In Hudson Valley
School District Takes Section 9 Championship Disqualification To Court In Hudson Valley An undefeated Orange County high school football team was barred from its championship game over an administrative mistake, stirring controversy — and now the district is taking its fight to court.  The Enlarged City School District of Middletown is preparing a legal challenge to its football team's disqualification from the Section IX Class AA championship game scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, Superintendent Amy Creeden announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11.  In a message to families, Creeden said the Orange County district was finalizing an Article 78 proceeding in New York State Supr…
Former Fire Chief From Westchester Dies At 69 Former Fire Chief From Westchester Dies At 69 Former Fire Chief From Westchester Dies At 69
Former Fire Chief From Westchester Dies At 69 A longtime Westchester County firefighter who spent more than four decades serving his community and helped make a new firehouse possible is being remembered after his death earlier this month. John J. Barry, 69, of Bedford Village, died on Sunday, Nov. 1, according to his obituary and the Bedford Fire Department.  Barry served the department for more than 45 years, holding leadership positions as both fire chief and commissioner. But his fellow firefighters say his contributions went far beyond those titles.  "A true fixture at the firehouse, John could always be found lend…

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NY's Best Nursing Homes Revealed In New Study: See Full List Thousands of nursing homes across the Northeast have been evaluated in new national ratings highlighting the best facilities for rehabilitation and long-term care. U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Nursing Homes ratings on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The annual list evaluated more than 14,600 skilled nursing facilities in all 50 states and Washington, DC. The study evaluated nursing homes using 17 quality measures in each care category, including staffing levels, hospital readmissions, patient safety, and clinical outcomes. U.S. News rated 2,236 facilities across the Northeast.…

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Husband Of 'Top Chef' Star Dies The husband of "Top Chef" star Leah Cohen and co-founder of a popular New York City restaurant has died at 44 years old, leaving behind his wife and their two young sons. Ben Byruch, who records show lived with Cohen in Union City, NJ, died Monday, Nov. 10, according to a Maplewood, NJ-based GoFundMe campaign launched by Lonny Sweet and Cassandre Pallas to support his family.  Byruch was the creative force behind Pig & Khao, the Southeast Asian restaurant he built alongside Cohen, who finished sixth on Season 5 of Bravo's "Top Chef," which aired from 2008 to 2009. The couple …

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Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get
Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal for less than $40 as families look to save money amid rising grocery costs. The supermarket chain announced its Thanksgiving dinner package for eight people in a news release on Friday, Nov. 13. The promotion runs through Thursday, Nov. 26, and includes a frozen turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, and other holiday favorites. The meal costs less than $5 per person and includes enough ingredients to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. "For more than a century, Stop & Shop has been proud to help families celeb…

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Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get
Stop & Shop Launches Special Thanksgiving Deal For 8: What You'll Get Stop & Shop is offering a special Thanksgiving meal deal for less than $40 as families look to save money amid rising grocery costs. The supermarket chain announced its Thanksgiving dinner package for eight people in a news release on Friday, Nov. 13. The promotion runs through Thursday, Nov. 26, and includes a frozen turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, and other holiday favorites. The meal costs less than $5 per person and includes enough ingredients to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving dinner. "For more than a century, Stop & Shop has been proud to help families celeb…

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Christian Cousins Dies At 43: Actor Appeared In 'Knots Landing,' 'Kindergarten Cop' Christian Cousins Dies At 43: Actor Appeared In 'Knots Landing,' 'Kindergarten Cop' Christian Cousins Dies At 43: Actor Appeared In 'Knots Landing,' 'Kindergarten Cop'
Christian Cousins Dies At 43: Actor Appeared In 'Knots Landing,' 'Kindergarten Cop' Christian Cousins, a former child actor whose screen career unfolded alongside his identical twin, has died at 43, his brother announced. Cousins was known for sharing the role of Dominic in the 1990 Arnold Schwarzenegger comedy “Kindergarten Cop” with his twin brother, Joseph. They also played Bobby Ewing on the television drama “Knots Landing.” Their brother, Jonas Roeser, shared the news in an Instagram tribute, remembering Christian’s personality and the childhood performances that introduced him to audiences. Roeser said Christian had been seriously ill with liver disease. His announc…