Cuomo Won't Face Criminal Charges: Westchester DA | Patch PM

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Share-worthy stories from the Hudson Valley Patch network to talk about tonight:

Firefighters Find Non-Working Hydrants During Christmas Day Blaze

There were "non-working private fire hydrants in the complex," 1st Assistant Chief Peter Gessner said.

DA Will Not Prosecute Cuomo, Citing 'Statutory Requirements'

The Westchester DA said there is "credible evidence" of the former-governor's alleged misconduct, but her office cannot pursue charges.

Trooper, 2 Others Injured In Thruway Crash

A state trooper was injured Monday when a car crashed into his car while parked on the side of the highway.

Jobless Rates Below 4% Across The Hudson Valley

Unemployment rates have bounced back this fall even stronger in the region than in much of New York state

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