2024 Gets off To A Wild Start In The Hudson Valley |Week In Review

HUDSON VALEY, NY — The new year didn't come to the Hudson Valley sleepy, but full of energy.

Some news broke our hearts, a tragedy was shared by two towns; a police shootout on the Thruway ended in a death, and a medical professional was accused of abusing his expertise to sexually abuse a victim. But there was news to make us look forward with hope as well, the first baby was born at Westchester Medical Center; couples are stating to think about Valentine's Day romance and missing person case had a happy ending.

1st Baby Born New Year's Day At Westchester Medical Center

A couple of hours after the calendar changed to 2024, a baby girl was born to an Ossining woman at Westchester Medical Center.

Regeneron Buys Historic Avon Property In Rockland County

"It's a big win for the county, the town, the village and the school district," the head of the Rockland County IDA told Patch.

Reservations At 1 Hudson Valley Valentine's Hotspot Are Going Fast

Once again, for the 33rd year, White Castle will turn into the "Love Castle" for a night of romance and sliders.

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