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The Road To Halloween Is Longer Than Ever And The Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze Is Only The Starting Line

For many, Historic Hudson Valley's Blaze is a seasonal rite of passage, but the event also sheds light on a whole host of Halloween fun.

Rockland County Predator Gets 16 Years For Enticing 3 Minors To Engage In Sexual Activity

He entered a 14-year-old girl's bedroom through a window, and engaged in sexual activity with her, according to federal prosecutors.

Affordable 1-Bedroom Accessory Apartment In Westchester Now Accepting Applications

Monthly rent for the 440-s.f. apartment will be $1759 for those meeting income, credit score, and criminal background check requirements.

School Bus Monitor Arrested After Assaulting 12-Year-Old Student On Way Home From School: Sheriff

The Yorktown woman was charged after an incident on a Mahopac school bus, according to Putnam County Sheriff Brian Hess.

Hudson Valley Man Admits To Embezzling $212K From 2 Putnam County Nonprofits: DA

He spent the ill-gotten gains on food, gas, phone bills, pet supplies, cigars, liquor and lawn equipment, according to investigators.

Coyote Bit Dog During Morning Walk, Police Step Up Patrols In Rivertown Village

There is no indication that the coyote is sick, but its reported behavior presents a public safety concern, Dobbs Ferry police said.

Jury Finds Former Church Sexton Guilty Of Repeatedly Sexually Assaulting, Raping Young Girl

"I want to commend the young victim in this case for the courage she demonstrated in facing her abuser in court," DA Cacace said.

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