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Lake Peekskill mother with autism turns to art to cope with cancer diagnosis and inspire others
57+ min ago (336+ words) May 18, 2026, 7: 02 AM Jessica Jenkins starts another day in her studio at her Lake Peekskill home, freely expressing herself one piece at a time. "I feel relief," she said. "I feel understood. Even if other people don't understand me, the paper…...
Bus aide accused of abusing child with special needs in Crawford
1+ hour, 57+ min ago (68+ words) May 18, 2026, 6: 06 AM A bus aide is facing charges after police said he abused a nonverbal child with special needs in the Town of Crawford in Orange County. Eric Bianco is accused of slapping and kneeing a child with autism and…...
Historic bath houses reopen at Oakland Beach ahead of holiday and as summer weather arrives
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (153+ words) May 18, 2026, 5: 40 AM A historic beachfront facility is reopening just ahead of Memorial Day weekend as summer-like weather moves into the Hudson Valley. The bath houses at Oakland Beach in Rye are now open following renovations, offering visitors a refreshed space…...
Man accused of pointing BB gun near elementary school
2+ hour, 25+ min ago (111+ words) News 12 - Hudson Valley Man accused of pointing BB gun near elementary school David Castro was arrested last week by Liberty police officers. May 18, 2026, 5: 39 AM LIRR UPDATES: MTA starts running commuter shuttle buses as LIRR strike enters Day 3 Historic bath houses…...
Crowds pack Downtown Yonkers venue to cheer on young boxing hopefuls
15+ hour, 14+ min ago (224+ words) May 16, 2026, 9: 58 PM The Roosevelt Ballroom in downtown Yonkers played host Saturday night to the third annual "Best of the Best" boxing competition, featuring young hopefuls from across the tri-state area. The matches, sanctioned by USA Boxing, a national governing body…...
Miracle League baseball game highlights inclusion and community in Westchester
15+ hour, 10+ min ago (193+ words) May 17, 2026, 4: 51 PM A special game on the diamond in Hartsdale showed that baseball is more than just competition; it's about inclusion, connection, and fun for everyone. The Miracle League of Westchester hosted an exhibition game on Sunday, bringing together players…...
LIVE UPDATES: Gov. Kathy Hochul addresses LIRR shutdown as service halts systemwide; Here's what you need to know.
21+ hour, 33+ min ago (1737+ words) May 17, 2026, 12: 59 PM News 12 will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available. The LIRR worker strike stretches into a second day Sunday, pushing Long Islanders closer to a disrupted Monday commute. 12: 05 p. m. - Crowds return to LIRR picket line for second…...
News 12 | Hudson Valley | Miracle League Baseball Game Highlights Inclusion And Community In Westchester
15+ hour, 10+ min ago (193+ words) May 17, 2026, 4: 51 PM A special game on the diamond in Hartsdale showed that baseball is more than just competition; it's about inclusion, connection, and fun for everyone. The Miracle League of Westchester hosted an exhibition game on Sunday, bringing together players…...
Power & Politics: Vote 2026 primary races for Westchester legislature and the county's largest city unveils its proposed budget
17+ hour, 35+ min ago (573+ words) May 17, 2026, 2: 26 PM There are two Democratic primary races involving the Westchester County legislature. In the 15th District, which includes Bronxville, Eastchester and Yonkers, two Democrats are vying for the chance to flip the only true Republican seat on the board. Greenburgh-North…...
Hempstead man arrested during police investigation into fatal overdose
23+ hour, 47+ min ago (88+ words) May 17, 2026, 6: 26 AM A 58-year-old Hempstead man has been arrested following a police investigation into a fatal overdose, according to Nassau County police. Police arrested Nathaniel Greene Saturday night. Subsequent the police investigation, Greene was found allegedly in possession of a…...