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‘Florida Men’ Busted In Loudoun Linked To ‘Felony Lane Gang’ Crimes In VA, MD: Sheriff ‘Florida Men’ Busted In Loudoun Linked To ‘Felony Lane Gang’ Crimes In VA, MD: Sheriff
‘Florida Men’ Busted In Loudoun Linked To ‘Felony Lane Gang’ Crimes In VA, MD: Sheriff Two Florida men linked to a notorious coast-to-coast criminal crew known as the “Felony Lane Gang” have been captured after a months-long investigation into a series of smash-and-grab thefts and fraud in Virginia, Maryland, and beyond, authorities announced. The pair — Ricky Noel, 21, and Freddrick Holmes, 28, both of Fort Lauderdale, Florida — were arrested in Wisconsin and Florida, then brought back to Virginia, where they are being held without bond, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. The case began on March 6, when someone used stolen ID to cash a fraudulent check at a ba…
Harmful Algae Blooms, Bacteria Close These Putnam County Beaches Harmful Algae Blooms, Bacteria Close These Putnam County Beaches
Harmful Algae Blooms, Bacteria Close These Putnam County Beaches Several popular swimming areas in Putnam County have been temporarily shut down due to harmful algae blooms and elevated bacterial levels.  The closures affect a dozen lakes and parks across Putnam Valley, Carmel, Kent, Patterson, Philipstown, and other parts of the county, just as summer heats up and residents seek relief from rising temperatures.   The affected locations include:  North Beach, Lake Peekskill in Putnam Valley – Closed since June 5 due to harmful algae blooms; Lake Casse Beach, Carmel – Closed June 26 for elevated bacteria; Patterson Veterans Beach, Pa…
Walk, Wag, Repeat: The Top 10 Dog-Friendly US Cities Walk, Wag, Repeat: The Top 10 Dog-Friendly US Cities
Walk, Wag, Repeat: The Top 10 Dog-Friendly US Cities If you're walking your dog daily, you're not alone. And you're doing more good than you think.  A new 2025 report by KURU Footwear ranks the top 10 most dog-friendly cities in the US, spotlighting where people are most likely to get outside, get active, and keep tails wagging. The report evaluated 50 of the most populous US cities across five key factors: average number of sunny days, how many residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park (ParkScore), walkability, safety score, and dog ownership rate. Each city was scored out of 100 points to determine the rankings. It’s no surpris…
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study
Egg Prices Leave Wallets Scrambled: Easter 2025's Costs Outlined In New Study Easter traditions are taking a hit this year – especially in the Northeast – as rising prices push families to scale back holiday plans, according to a new survey. Nearly half of Americans plan to skip dyeing eggs in 2025 because of rising costs, WalletHub said in its annual Easter Survey released on Tuesday, April 15. The personal finance website surveyed 200 adults nationwide about their preparations for the important Christian holiday that falls on Sunday, April 20. WalletHub found that 47% of Americans are passing on dyed eggs in 2025. Nearly two in five said that President Donald Trump…
Virginia Dad Killed In Motorcycle On Way To Work While Saving For Family’s Dream Home Virginia Dad Killed In Motorcycle On Way To Work While Saving For Family’s Dream Home
Virginia Dad Killed In Motorcycle On Way To Work While Saving For Family’s Dream Home A 28-year-old Virginia father of two who was working to save for his family’s first home was killed in a tragic motorcycle crash while heading to his second job, prompting an outpouring of support from loved ones and coworkers. Steven Wine, a husband, father, mentor, and shop manager, was on his way to work around 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, when he was involved in the fatal crash.  The Spotsylvania native had just celebrated his birthday and was working around the clock to give his young family a better future, his loved ones say. "Steven and his wife had been saving tirelessly for …
Park To Reopen After Bird Flu Scare In Mount Pleasant: Was Disinfected, Officials Say (UPDATE) Park To Reopen After Bird Flu Scare In Mount Pleasant: Was Disinfected, Officials Say (UPDATE)
Park To Reopen After Bird Flu Scare In Mount Pleasant: Was Disinfected, Officials Say (Update) A park in Westchester will reopen on Wednesday, March 12, after undergoing extensive cleaning and decontamination following a bird flu outbreak, town officials announced. Carroll Park in Thornwood was originally closed on Sunday, February 2 after a dozen Canada geese were found dead, later confirmed to have tested positive for two strains of avian flu by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, as Daily Voice previously reported.  To eliminate any potential contamination, municipal workers decontaminated all frequently touched surfaces in the park using a hypoc…
Best Park on Long Island In 2024: Eisenhower Park Best Park on Long Island In 2024: Eisenhower Park
Best Park on Long Island In 2024: Eisenhower Park We are thrilled to announce that Eisenhower Park has been named Best Park on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! Spanning 930 acres, this expansive green space offers a diverse range of activities and amenities that cater to visitors of all ages, making it a beloved destination for the community, according to its website. The park features three 18-hole golf courses, 16 lighted tennis courts, and the Nassau County Aquatic Center as well as the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre for outdoor concerts and movies, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice …
Best Park In Fairfield County In 2024: Cranbury Park Best Park In Fairfield County In 2024: Cranbury Park
Best Park In Fairfield County In 2024: Cranbury Park We are thrilled to announce that Cranbury Park has been named Best Park in Fairfield County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! The park offers picnic tables, a playground, and trails and is home to the historic Gallagher Mansion, per its website. Readers' Choice voters particularly love its disc golf course. "The course at Cranbury is one of the best I've played at—and I've played all over New England," said one voter. "The layout of the course is easy to follow, and the course itself offers a good mix of open field and shots in the woods. I'm glad to call this course my home …
Best Playground/Play Space In Bergen County In 2024: Van Saun County Park Best Playground/Play Space In Bergen County In 2024: Van Saun County Park
Best Playground/Play Space In Bergen County In 2024: Van Saun County Park We are thrilled to announce that Van Saun County Park has been named Best Playground/Play Space in Bergen County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! This 130-acre park in Paramus is a haven for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a perfect day out, according to the park website. And per its website, Van Saun features an ADA-accessible play area featuring a seasonal water sprinkler zone and it offers unique attractions like pony rides, a nostalgic millennium carousel, and a train ride. The 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice contest to name the Best of the …
Body Found At Popular Garrett Mountain Reservation ID'd As Missing Man Body Found At Popular Garrett Mountain Reservation ID'd As Missing Man
Body Found At Popular Garrett Mountain Reservation ID'd As Missing Man The body found at Garrett Mountain Reservation has been identified as a missing man. Martin Mendoza, 20, of Paterson, was found deceased in the park Friday, Feb. 28 around 12:50 p.m., Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Passaic County Sheriff Thomas Adamo said. Mendoza had been missing since Feb. 8, his family said. He was last seen leaving his home around 7:45 that morning and was captured on surveillance on Valley Road in Clifton, throwing away trash after eating at Dunkin, his family said. He was last seen walking out and crossing the street to the corner of Bogey’…
Missing 18-Year-Old From Pelham Found (UPDATE) Missing 18-Year-Old From Pelham Found (UPDATE)
Missing 18-Year-Old From Pelham Found (Update) New Update:  A missing 18-year-old with autism from Westchester has been found, police announced.  Archer Hands, who was reported missing by the Village of Pelham Police Department on Thursday, Jan. 16 after last being seen at around 1 p.m. on Wolfs Lane, was found safe later on Thursday night, the department said at around 8:40 p.m.  He has been reunited with his family, police added.  Original Report: Authorities in Westchester are asking for help from the public in finding a missing 18-year-old man with autism who is reported to be nonverbal. Archer Hands, age 18, was reported missing …
Maryland Delegate Dana Jones Announces Run For District 30 Senate Seat Maryland Delegate Dana Jones Announces Run For District 30 Senate Seat
Maryland Delegate Dana Jones Announces Run For District 30 Senate Seat Maryland Delegate Dana Jones is officially entering the race for the 30th District Senate seat, vowing to continue her track record of delivering results for the community. Jones announced her candidacy on Nov. 21 to fill the vacant 30th District Senate seat, emphasizing her commitment to collaboration, community priorities, and proven leadership. In her announcement, Jones highlighted her legislative accomplishments over the past four and a half years.  "Since I first took office, my promise to you has been my steadfast commitment to promoting, fighting, and advocating for the needs …
Open Fires Banned In Westchester Parks As Drought Watch Continues Open Fires Banned In Westchester Parks As Drought Watch Continues
Open Fires Banned In Westchester Parks As Drought Watch Continues As dry conditions continue, open fires have been banned in Westchester County-owned parks. The ban was announced on Wednesday, Nov. 6 by Westchester Parks officials, who also said it was effective immediately.  The ban follows a Drought Watch declared by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation on Tuesday, Nov. 5 as a result of low precipitation levels. According to parks officials, wooded environments in parks such as camping sites and remote areas have an increased fire risk because of the rain shortage.  During the ban, charcoal and propane fires are only a…
$3.7M Bauhaus-Inspired Mansion Hits Montclair Market (PHOTOS) $3.7M Bauhaus-Inspired Mansion Hits Montclair Market (PHOTOS)
$3.7M Bauhaus-Inspired Mansion Hits Montclair Market (Photos) A custom 5,696-square-foot home inspired by Bauhaus Principles is on the market in Montclair. Built in 2017 by architect Barry Jay Kaplan with interiors by Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium, the distinctive home at 251 S. Mountain Avenue includes five bedrooms and six bathrooms. While the home has a minimalist curb appeal, it's anything but ordinary. "This home offers a distinctive and exclusive lifestyle for those seeking something beyond the typical Colonial or Tudor," said listing agent Ana Simon of Brown Harris Stevens New Jersey. The open-layout home was built with the Bau…
Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring
Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring Can warm, spring weather be here to stay? Then it’s definitely time to plan your visits to parks in York County. Located in southern York County, Codorus State Park offer thousands of acres of natural beauty. Amenities and activities available include boating, camping, hiking, swimming, playgrounds, picnic areas, and more.  Its biggest attraction is Lake Marburg. The lake's 26 miles of shoreline make it perfect for fishing or just taking a leisurely boat ride. John C. Rudy County Park in York offers a sand volleyball court, softball and soccer fields, horseshoe pits, and trails for runni…
NY Lawmakers Fall Short For Now In Effort To Rename Donald J. Trump State Park NY Lawmakers Fall Short For Now In Effort To Rename Donald J. Trump State Park
NY Lawmakers Fall Short For Now In Effort To Rename Donald J. Trump State Park Lawmakers in New York will have to wait, as their efforts to remove the Trump name from a Hudson Valley state park stalled in the Assembly. The state Senate approved a bill this week that could have led to New York stripping the Trump title from the rarely frequented Donald J. Trump State Park on the Westchester-Putnam border. Earlier story - NY May Rename Trump State Park The Senate approved a new, scaled-down version of the legislation with the hope of getting it passed before the Legislature wrapped its annual session at the state Capitol this week. However, the Assembly didn’t take up…
COVID-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature COVID-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature
Covid-19 Shifts County Habits: Windham Keeps Shopping, Middlesex Can't Get Enough Nature Despite it being the holiday shopping season, trips to retail and recreation destinations in Connecticut are down by 13 percent. COVID-19 has turned where we go and what we do upside down - and Google knows by how much. While residents are holding back on making shopping trips, interest in going to parks has skyrocketed. Visits to parks are up by 37 percent, according to the most recent Google Mobility data a national analysis of where people spend their time. The only other place people are spending more time is at home - people are spending 5 percent more time there than they would und…
COVID-19: Popular Area Lake Closes Due To Lack Of Social Distancing COVID-19: Popular Area Lake Closes Due To Lack Of Social Distancing
Covid-19: Popular Area Lake Closes Due To Lack Of Social Distancing A Hudson Valley lake was forced to close for the weekend due to beach-goers unable to socially distance themselves in accordance with state COVID-19 guidelines. Lake Superior State Park in Bethel, which is operated by Sullivan County, was closed from Friday, July 24 through the morning of Monday, July 27 due to large crowds that had been gathering against state health mandates. The parking lot, swimming beach, dock area, and boat launch were all closed, with patrols put in place to ensure compliance at the lake. “Unfortunately, we have had crowds of people at the park who have not been fo…
NY Times Shines Spotlight On Hackensack: 'Billy Joel Is Always Welcome' NY Times Shines Spotlight On Hackensack: 'Billy Joel Is Always Welcome'
NY Times Shines Spotlight On Hackensack: 'Billy Joel Is Always Welcome' HACKENSACK, N.J. — The City of Hackensack is receiving accolades in a recent New York Times article. "Immortalized in an unflattering Billy Joel lyric — 'Who needs a house out in Hackensack? Is that all you get for your money?'" the article reads. "The Bergen County seat is an ethnically diverse city of 45,000, suburban in feel but with an urban center hugging the Hackensack River."  The Times quotes new neighbors, real-estate agents and city officials praising Hackensack for its affordable housing, close proximity to Jersey City, Hoboken and New York, its sprawling par…