Mount Vernon
Westchester Cities Frustrated By Foreign Governments Not Paying Property Bills
A number of houses owned by countries like Mozambique, Swaziland and Ghana in Westchester County have racked up outstanding local taxes. Now officials are trying to do something about it.
UConn Center Andre Drummond To Follow Jeremy Lamb, Reportedly Enter NBA Draft
Sophomore Jeremy Lamb declared for the NBA draft on Tuesday, and now freshman center Andre Drummond is doing the same, according to CBSSports.com
Funeral To Be Held For Mount Vernon Police Officer Killed In Wrong-Way Crash
Hundreds of fellow officers turned out to honor Officer Reginald Velez at his wake Sunday in Yonkers.
Off-Duty Mount Vernon Police Officer Reginald Velez Jr. Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On I-95
The crash occurred at around 2:35 a.m. near exit 11 on the northbound lanes of the New England Thruway.
Police: Victims Ambushed In 3 Separate Mt. Vernon Shootings; Connection Probed
The shootings on the city’s south side were likely a part of a long-running feud — perhaps going back to childhood — among a group of 20-year-olds, authorities said on Monday.
Westchester Spending Millions To Prevent Flooding
Recent storms have devastated parts of Westchester County and now some money is being spent to actually prevent that flooding.
92-Year-Old Man Fights Off Home Invader In New Rochelle
Tony Vanacore and his caretaker are doing fine following the altercation. Some people are crediting Vanacore’s youthful burst of energy to adrenaline, but Tony credits God for “the strength to protect my lady.”
Coroner: Hip-Hop Pioneer Heavy D Died Of Natural Causes
The Los Angeles coroner’s office said the 44-year-old died after a blood clot in his leg traveled to his lungs. The clot most likely developed during a flight from England.
Funeral To Be Held For Fallen Mount Vernon Firefighter
Kevin Townes, who was with the department for more than 25 years, died last week after apparently suffering a heart attack at the scene of a house fire.
Mount Vernon Firefighter Collapses, Dies At Scene Of Early Morning Fire
Kevin Townes, 54, spent more than a quarter century doing the work he loved. He collapsed before dawn, losing his life even as he prepared to risk it one final time at a house fire.
Legendary NY Rapper Heavy D Remembered At Funeral In Mount Vernon
The spiritual and musical tribute attracted celebrities including Will Smith, Samuel Jackson, Queen LAtifa, Jay Z, Lil’ Kim, Sean Diddy Combs, and Don King.
Legendary NY Rapper Heavy D Dies At 44
Heavy D, the self-proclaimed “overweight lover” of hip-hop who became one of rap’s top hit-makers with wit, died after collapsing outside his Beverly Hills condo.
Westchester Co. Crime Stoppers Offering Reward In Shooting Death Of Innocent Bystander
On August 8, police say 27-year-old Gloria Nartey was killed when she was caught in the crossfire of a shooting as she was walking just a few blocks from her home on South 12 Avenue in Mount Vernon.
Stories From Main Street: Alexander Hamilton’s Home Moves In Harlem
Alexander Hamilton’s stately yellow and white federal style country estate has been refurbished and now stands at 141st Street and Saint Nicholas Park.
Police Looking For 17-Year-Old Suspect Oneil Dasilva After 8 Shot At Bronx Party
Police say eight people, including children, were shot Sunday morning at a party in the Bronx and now they’re looking for a 17-year-old from Mount Vernon in connection with the shooting.
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