Murders; Viruses; End Of An Era; A Sign Of Spring

There was a lot of news in the Hudson Valley in the past week. Much of the most-read stories had to do with a senseless tragedy in Rockland County:

• Driver Rams Family Twice, Kills Mom After 7-11 Argument: Police
• Cousin Raising Money For Family Of Mom Killed At 7-Eleven
• Luxury Car Was Weapon In Fatal 7-Eleven Attack: Police

Tragic news dominated the week:

• New Rochelle Barber Dies After Being Hit By 2 Cars
• Suspect In Family Murders Jumped In Front Of Train Sunday In Westchester: Police
• Suspect Arrested In AM Hillcrest Stabbing Investigation: UPDATE

A Hudson Valley institution may be turning off the lights:

• College Of New Rochelle Likely To Shut Down

We have something to look forward to:

• Get Ready For Spring 2019 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week

Crime news wasn't all about tragedy:

• FBI Investigating Missing Port Chester FD Equipment
• 1 Pound Of Pot Found During Traffic Stop: NYSP

Two viruses continue to be very active in the region:

• Flu Activity Remains High In New York: CDC
• Measles Outbreak: Make That 7 New Cases This Week In Rockland

And don't forget to take our latest unscientific poll:

Cuomo Wants To Require Rear Seat Belt Use For All [POLL]

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