Toddler's Death; Toxic Algae; Dirt Bike Theft Attempt

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• Mamaroneck Toddler's Death Ruled A Homicide
• Arrest Made In Fatal 4-Car Crash
• Another Truck Hits Hutchinson Parkway Overpass
• Toxic Algae Closes Putnam Beaches, Creates Political Controversy
• Senasqua Bridge Project Overnight Work
• Improper Recycling Costing Harrison Extra Money
• Nyack Man Accused in Home, Gift Store Burglaries
• Visitation, Service for George Edward Strumke, Sr.
• New Way To Pay Rye Property Taxes Set Up
• 12YO Accused Of Trying To Steal Dirt Bike
• Hudson Valley's Best School Districts: New Rankings Released
• Hudson Valley Math Teacher Accused In Child Sex Sting
• Mayor Asks Sean "Diddy" Combs To Help Restore Memorial Field

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5. Young Man Provides 'Miracle' For Autistic Teen

PHOTO: Mayor Thomas meets with Sean "Diddy" Combs and singer Fergie regarding Memorial Field and the work to reopen the park. Joining the Mayor on this economic development initiative are Olympic athlete Deajah Stevens and two-time college record holder in track Rai Benjamin. Stevens and Benjamin both began their athletic careers at Memorial Field and are part of the team to #FreeMemorialField and return it to public use./ Mayor Richard Thomas

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