Newburgh, NY
News
Strong Winds May Cause Service Interruptions, Central Hudson Warns Strong Winds May Cause Service Interruptions, Central Hudson Warns
Strong Winds May Cause Service Interruptions, Central Hudson Warns Strong winds may knock out Central Hudson customer's electricity on Christmas Eve, Thursday, Dec. 24 and Christmas, Friday, Dec. 25, according to the utility company.  “We know reliable electrical service is vital to our customers, especially during the Christmas holiday and at a time when we’re also navigating the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Ryan Hawthorne, Assistant Vice President of Electric Engineering and Operations at Central Hudson. “Our employees are prepared to work through the holiday, we have secured additional line crews and we are maintaining regular contact with local emerge…

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by Christina Coulter
Teaneck, NJ
News
COVID-19: St. Joseph's Doctor On Road To Recovery Following ICU Stay COVID-19: St. Joseph's Doctor On Road To Recovery Following ICU Stay
Covid-19: St. Joseph's Doctor On Road To Recovery Following ICU Stay A beloved physician at St. Joseph's University Medical Center who has been battling coronavirus is on the mend, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Friday. Dr. James Pruden, who is in charge of emergency preparedness at the hospital, was one of the first medical workers who tested positive for the virus in the state. The 70-year-old physician has been off ventilators for "a few days," and is breathing on his own, said Murphy at his daily news briefing. Pruden, who lives in Teaneck -- the epicenter of Bergen County's coronavirus outbreak -- has worked as a physician at the medica…

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by Valerie Musson
Mahopac, NY
News
Number Of Putnam County COVID-19 Cases Hits 109 Number Of Putnam County COVID-19 Cases Hits 109
Number Of Putnam County Covid-19 Cases Hits 109 A total of 16 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 109 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Thursday afternoon, March 26. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call …

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by Daily Voice
Mahopac, NY
News
11 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93 11 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93
11 New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93 A total of 11 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 93 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Wednesday afternoon, March 25. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call …

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by Daily Voice
Mahopac, NY
News
36 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82 36 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82
36 New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82 A total of 36 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 82 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Tuesday afternoon, March 24. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call th…

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by Daily Voice
Mahopac, NY
News
Seven New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46 Seven New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46
Seven New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46 Seven new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 46 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call the easy-to-remember 2-1-1 number for updat…

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by Daily Voice
Paterson, NJ
News
'We Are All At Risk': Beloved St. Joe's Doc In Charge Of Emergency Preparedness Has Coronavirus 'We Are All At Risk': Beloved St. Joe's Doc In Charge Of Emergency Preparedness Has Coronavirus
'We Are All At Risk': Beloved St. Joe's Doc In Charge Of Emergency Preparedness Has Coronavirus A beloved physician in charge of emergency preparedness at St. Joseph's University Medical Center is in critical condition at the hospital after testing positive for coronavirus. Dr. James Pruden, 70, has been working at the Paterson hospital since 1982, leading the hospital through a 2014 Ebola scare and 2009 swine flu outbreak. The Teaneck resident was admitted March 6 with cold-like symptoms and upper respiratory problems, and remains in the St. Joe's intensive care unit, St. Joseph's Health President Kevin Slavin said. Teaneck had eight presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 as of…

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by Cecilia Levine
DV Plus - Westchester, NY
Schools
White Plains Hospital Trains, Equips Schools To Stop The Bleed In An Emergency White Plains Hospital Trains, Equips Schools To Stop The Bleed In An Emergency
White Plains Hospital Trains, Equips Schools To Stop The Bleed In An Emergency Did you know someone can bleed to death in five minutes, which could be before an ambulance gets to them? Teachers, administrators, and staff in White Plains schools have been trained to administer life-saving first aid to stop someone from bleeding and the district is now equipped with "Stop the Bleed" kits, thanks to White Plains Hospital. The initiative is part of the Stop the Bleed national awareness campaign to initiate grassroots efforts to encourage civilians to get trained and equipped to help in a bleeding emergency before the ambulance arrives. Community members, schools and orga…

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by Donna Christopher
Brentwood, NY
Weather
Suffolk County Police Department Announces Storm Preparations Suffolk County Police Department Announces Storm Preparations
Suffolk County Police Department Announces Storm Preparations The Suffolk County Police Department is taking steps to prepare for the upcoming Nor’easter that is expected to strike Long Island with whipping winds and causing potential flooding on the coast, especially on eastern Long Island. Winds of p to 50 miles per hour, police said, causing concerns that trees and power lines could be felled, causing safety concerns for area residents. “As always, 911 should be utilized in the event of an emergency,” the department said in an alert. “Residents are reminded of several important non-emergency numbers to utilize during weather-related incidents. …

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by Zak Failla
Darien, CT
Lifestyle
Is Your Car Ready For Winter? Here Are Some Tips You Can Put Into Action Now Is Your Car Ready For Winter? Here Are Some Tips You Can Put Into Action Now
Is Your Car Ready For Winter? Here Are Some Tips You Can Put Into Action Now If you haven’t yet prepared your vehicle for winter, now’s the time. Wintry conditions are right around the corner, and with them comes an increased risk of accidents due to slippery roads and reduced visibility.  Fortunately, it just takes a bit of driver diligence to make a few simple changes that will keep your car steady and winter-ready. Here are some simple steps to winterize your car: Consult Owner’s Manual Before you can complete any winter-specific vehicle upgrades, you’ll first have to make sure the basics are covered. This means getting an oil change, topping off any fluids…

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by Valerie Musson
Stony Point, NY
Schools
Emergency Preparedness Exercise Held At North Rockland HS Emergency Preparedness Exercise Held At North Rockland HS
Emergency Preparedness Exercise Held At North Rockland HS The Haverstraw Police Department conducted an emergency preparedness drill at the North Rockland High School from noon until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6on Hammond Road. During the drill, Hammond Road was closed between Suffern Lane and Birch Drive. According to police, the drill consisted of multiple emergency service agencies from throughout Rockland County.

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by Zak Failla
New City, NY
Schools
Clarkstown Police Will Assist Schools' Evacuation Drills Over Several Months Clarkstown Police Will Assist Schools' Evacuation Drills Over Several Months
Clarkstown Police Will Assist Schools' Evacuation Drills Over Several Months The Clarkstown Police Department will be assisting school districts throughout the area with evacuation drills over the next few months.  During the drills, which are state-mandated, students will be exiting the school and school buses will be present on school grounds at times other than normal arrival and dismissal periods, the Clarkstown Police said. These drills are meant to ensure that students and staff are familiar will evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency. Residents and motorists are asked to stay clear of the school campuses while these drills are taking place.  Eme…

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by Kathy Reakes