No Decision on Yorktown Dog Park Location Yet
Yorktown town board members held a public hearing last week, but adjourned the meeting to Sept. 3.
View Article‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)
One Direction -- otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis -- hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. Sponsored by Sony.
View ArticleWoman Drove Four Times Over Legal Alcohol Limit in Fatal Taconic Crash
The 34-year-old Tarrytown woman, who died following a head-on collision on the Taconic State Parkway in Yorktown,
View ArticleJefferson Valley Woman, 84, Strikes Motorcycle, Leaves Scene of Accident
An 84-year-old Jefferson Valley woman is facing criminal charges for leaving the scene of an accident after striking a motorcycle and injuring the operator, Yorktown police said. Police said the woman...
View ArticleCensus Bureau Facts Help Kick Off the 2013-14 School Year
Here's a 30,000-foot view of Americans in school.
View ArticleYorktown High School JV Basketball Team Captures Summer League Championship
Editor's Note: Thanks to Matthew Curran for sharing the news and picture with Patch: Yorktown High School's JV Basketball team has captured the House of Sports JV Summer League Basketball Championship....
View ArticleMap: Your Guide to Farmers' Markets in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam
By clicking on the check marks on the right, you can see which greenmarkets are open on which days of the week.
View Article"Pet Flipping" Scam Gaining Popularity
There's a trendy new crime called “pet flipping”—people steal someone else’s dog and sell it. Here are some precautions pet owners can take.
View ArticleMoving this Summer? You May be Able to Deduct Your Expenses
If you move for a change in your job location, the IRS says you may be able to deduct expenses from your income and lower your tax bill, including costs of transporting your belongings and traveling...
View ArticleFour Yorktown Men Graduate Westchester County Volunteer Fire Academy
From the Yorktown Heights Engine Co. #1: Four members of Yorktown Heights Engine Co. #1 Junior Corp graduated the Westchester County Volunteer Fire Academy last month. Junior Corp Sgt. Nick Spontak,...
View ArticleWrong-Way Drivers, Fatal Crashes, Sheriff Lawsuit: The Week's Major Stories
Patch recaps the region's major stories, exploring news in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam counties.
View Article5 Delicious Ways to Sneak Fruits and Veggies Into Family Dinnertime
These simple, sly recipes make fruits and veggies enjoyable for picky eaters.
View Article'Dance 4 a Cause,' Croton Falls Road Bridge Full Closure; Dig into Nature
1) The Croton Falls Road Bridge will be closed to eastbound traffic starting on and the pedestrian bridge is removed on Aug. 18 which will result in a full closure of the bridge. 2) From the Somers...
View ArticleOne of Yorktown's Oldest Homes Now on the Market for $475K
One of Yorktown's oldest homes is currently on the market for the first time since John and Judy Chessa purchased the house in 1986. It is listed for $475,000 with Elisa Bruno-Midili of Judy Johnson...
View ArticleSomers Teen Breaks Into Home, Hosts Party with Friends, Drinks Alcohol
An 18-year-old Somers teen is facing criminal charges for breaking into a home while the homeowners were on vacation and throwing a large party with friends, state police said. The teen was arrested...
View ArticleYorktown Smart Growth Holds Second Cash Mob Event at Mohansic Grill & Lounge
Yorktown Smart Growth is holding its second Cash Mob event on Monday, Aug. 19 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Mohansic Grill & Lounge, located on the Westchester County Mohansic Golf Course. Participants...
View ArticleNear or Far, You Can Be Part of the Support-A-Walk!
Even if you can't be there, you can still be part of the Support-A-Walk! Debra Paget is doing just that!
View ArticleYorktown Grange Fair Seeks Old Memorabilia, Photos for Historical Exhibit
Directors of the Yorktown Grange Fair are seeking memorabilia and photos from past Grange Fairs to compile a historical exhibit of the fair’s 89-year-old history.Anyone who has old photos or mementos...
View ArticleNew Metro North Schedules Make Small Changes
The MTA put new schedules into effect today on the Hudson, Harlem & New Haven Lines.
View ArticleWhat’s the Going Rate for a Generator?
Don’t feel like reliving the pioneer days this storm season? A generator is your best bet, but what does it cost to keep your life up and running?
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