Buchanan, NY

A Hudson Valley man will spend years behind bars after being busted for operating a multi-million dollar investment club that was actually a Ponzi scheme targeting a Haitian community, federal authorities announced.Rockland County resident Ruless Pierre, age 52, of Nanuet, has been sentenced to 84 …

"I wanted to create a resource for athletes to use that's free and online and helpful. I just realized that sports psychology is so applicable. Anyone can use it. It can fit with anyone in the business field or music field. The skills in sports psychology can help anybody." — Brandon Shintani stated to northjersey.com.

A man from out of state has been charged after police said he attempted to enter an elementary school in Fairfield County. Just after 1 p.m. on Friday, May 27, school administrators in Stamford from Davenport Elementary School on Newfield Avenue noticed a suspicious man on the school campus, and immediately initiated a lockdown, according to Captain Diedrich Hohn, Commander of Special Investigations for the Stamford PD.

America’s high-tech sector has been a key driver of economic growth in recent years – and this will likely continue. STEM fields – those in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics – are critical for the U.S. to remain competitive globally. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, which refers to STEM careers […]

A school superintendent in the Hudson Valley will not face criminal charges following an investigation into allegations of potential sexual harassment.The Orange County District Attorney will not be filing criminal charges against former Newburgh Schools Superintendent Roberto Padilla, who had been…

Just two months in and a popular sandwich shop's 16th location in the Northeast is off to a strong start and making a name for itself in Fairfield County. Located in Norwalk, the new Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe is racking up plenty of five-star reviews online and building a loyal following of the already popular franchise that has restaurants across the region.

For anyone looking for a fun way to get out and enjoy the weekend, the Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Farmers Market is back at Patriots Park.

There are some great parks throughout the Hudson Valley that will make a great setting for your family BBQ's. Memorial Day weekend is approaching, and it is the official kickoff to summer here in the Hudson Valley. Many families will be out all summer with friends, having get togethers and firing up the grill, cooking up burgers and hot dogs, and more. I remember as a kid growing up in Carmel, NY and having fun times at Putnam Park going to bbq's with family on weekends and swimming in the lake there.

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. Scene… Broadcast journalist, author and breast cancer survivor Joan Lunden served as keynote speaker at the American Cancer Society’s eighth annual “Woman Leading the Way to Wellness” luncheon on Wednesday at the Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa. Lunden also signed copies of her best-selling book, “Why Did I Come Into This Room: A Candid Conversation about Aging?” Forever Sweet Bakery in Norwalk provided cookies to each person.

The Ascend Hotel Collection from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) recently added three new properties to its portfolio of hotels: The Harborview in Port Washington, Wisconsin; The Crossroads Hotel – Newburgh in Newburgh, New York; and the 17 West Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Ascend Hotel Collection from...

Another annual event is set to come back after a two-year hiatus: The return of the New York Transit Museum’s nostalgia rides will allow straphangers to once again hop aboard vintage subway cars for trips during the summer. There are routes from Manhattan to the Bronx and Queens but...

A black bear was tranquilized on Wednesday after spending several hours in the branches of a tree in a Passaic County town, drawing the attention of people living nearby and curious onlookers. The bear, which was small and younger than 2 years old, was spotted in a tree behind a...

You're already brave for clicking on this link. I chose to write about this and I already have the creeps. But that's the point! By the end of this article you will hopefully be armed with enough knowledge to keep one of the most hair-raising insects out of your home.

The abrupt sale of beloved pizzeria La Bella Roma is sending shockwaves throughout the Paramus community. The announcement to sell La Bella — which has been serving up hot pies for nearly half a century — came in a post from the borough’s mayor, Richard LaBarbiera, who described the business as a “pillar” of the community.

Bear encounters are no longer just a rural happenstance. This week, a bear was tranquilized and removed from the backyard in the suburban town of Haledon, New Jersey. In April, police in Asheville, N. C. received three reports of bear sightings in the city’s downtown area. These two communities join a growing list of states, including Oregon, Connecticut, and North Dakota, that have been experiencing an increase in reported bear sightings over the past few years.

HALEDON, N.J. - Authorities have responded to a bear in a tree in Haledon, New Jersey. The bear climbed up the tree around 5 p.m. on East Barbour Street and stayed there for over an hour.Chopper 2 was over the scene. Authorities have responded to the scene. 

Jugemu, a new authentic Japanese restaurant at 156 Piermont Road in Cresskill, NJ, will host its Grand Opening on Sunday, May 22, from 5 pm to 8 pm. The Bergen County sushi restaurant will offer authentic Japanese cuisine, meticulous service, and friendly hospitality in a welcoming atmosphere. It replaces the former beloved Umeya Japanese Restaurant.

This list is based on prior customer reviews. Let’s start the proceedings with a traditional fried chicken producer restaurant that does not only have delicious fried chicken, but other chicken recipes are also great. The casual and informal environment, kind staff and unique recipes are waiting for you. So, when are you coming?