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Three-way stop approved near Lakeland Deli

A new three-way stop is coming to East Main Street near Lakeland Deli after the Yorktown Town Board unanimously approved a local law adding a stop at the intersection.

Visitation set for Greece explosion victims in Yorktown

Visitation for the four New Yorkers killed in an explosion in Athens, Greece, will be held Oct. 7 at Yorktown Funeral Home.
Residents also were invited to bring photos of their pets.

Yorktown churches celebrate annual Blessing of the Animals

Yorktown residents gathered over the weekend as St. Patrick’s Church and First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown held their annual Blessing of the Animals, welcoming pets and their owners for prayers and a special blessing.
Vim Wilkinson with her family at Julia's Somers High School graduation.

A familiar face, a new role

You may know Vim Wilkinson through her family’s years in Somers, or recognize her work in the pages of Hudson Valley Living. Now, I’m pleased to introduce her to our readers in a new role: Associate Publisher. Hiring someone can take a leap of...

Around Town

Stuart's Fruit Farm—where memories grow

Crisp air, fiery foliage, and the scent of warm apple cider donuts—that’s fall at Stuart’s Fruit Farm in Granite Springs, N.Y. A gentle, no-fuss escape from the everyday, this family-run farm, established in 1828, invites you to slow...
Stephan Rothstein and Ed McKay in their office across from the Regal Movie Theater at CTC.

How Nor-West Regional Special Services becomes part of the family

For participants in Nor-West Regional Special Services’ bowling league, the weekly gathering is about much more than knocking down pins. It’s a chance to see friends, compete, laugh and, most importantly, belong.
Jackson Iriarte speaks with the Yorktown Town Board on Oct.. 6.

Jackson Iriarte recognized as Eagle Scout

Jackson Iriarte, joined by his parents, was recognized at Yorktown Town Hall on Tuesday, Oct. 6, for earning the rank of Eagle Scout.

Yorktown proclaims Kathy Rogers Day

“She survived because of her grit, her willpower, her strength, her heart, her intuition, her mind blowing intelligence, and her humor,” Ralph Rogers said.
The annual event drew participants to FDR State Park for a day centered on connection, awareness and community.

Community walks for breast and gynecological cancer awareness

The annual Support-A-Walk for breast, ovarian and other gynecological cancers brought participants together Sunday at FDR State Park to honor loved ones, celebrate survivors and stand with those affected by cancer. Halston Media’s Emrin Leclair was on site to capture the moments of connection, remembrance and support throughout the day.
Karen Renda and Cathy Giblin founded and maintain the memorial.

Yorktown memorial gives names to lives lost

Each lock on the fence behind Patriot Skate Park carries a name, a life and a story — a permanent reminder of those Yorktown families have lost to the drug epidemic.
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Opinion
Publisher’s Memo
Brett Freeman

What a can of Chef Boyardee taught me about politics...

Four years ago, I asked then-Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney a question about inflation during a video interview. I had no idea that his answer would become the most widely seen moment in Halston Media history. Maloney recalled that when money...

Letters to the Editor
Seven highway superintendents back Slater for Assembly
Dear Editor, As highway superintendents, our job is pretty straightforward: keep our roads safe, maintain the infrastructure our communities depend on and make every taxpayer dollar go as far as...
Five reasons to vote for Cait Conley
Dear Editor, We need someone in Congress with ethics, empathy, intelligence, a commitment to the rule of law and the ability to think for themself. Cait Conley has spent her life developing and...
Our Columnists
No political movement gets a pass on antisemitism
Three years after the October 7 attacks, we must remember the lives stolen by Hamas and confront the hatred that continues to threaten Jewish communities. Remembering the victims carries a responsibility: to speak clearly when others excuse...
James Martorano
Participation is the heart of democracy
My father was a Republican who believed that America should aim for every eligible citizen to vote. Not every Republican. Not merely those who agreed with him. Everyone. I share that...
Obituaries
Peter Crisci
Peter Crisci
Peter Crisci of Yorktown Heights, NY passed peacefully from this life on Oct. 5, 2026. He was 63 years old and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Florin Hoxha
Florin Hoxha
Words fail to capture the heartbreak of Florin Hoxha’s (Ho-Jah) tragic passing on Sept. 25, 2026, in Athens, Greece, at the age of 36, alongside his beloved wife, Eris; their unborn daughter, Bora; his cherished sister, Florida; and his brother-in-law, Ian, who had quickly become one of his closest friends.
Ian Alexander Kirkpatrick
Ian Alexander Kirkpatrick
Ian Alexander Kirkpatrick died in Athens, Greece, while traveling with his wife, Florida Hoxha Kirkpatrick, less than four weeks after their wedding. He was 37.

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Yorktown Police Blotter

Arrests include DWI, drug and false report charges

Yorktown police arrested four people in separate incidents between Sept. 28 and Oct. 7, including two on DWI charges, one on a drug charge and one on a false report charge.

Yorktown man accused of striking woman during altercation

Police said a 63-year-old Yorktown man allegedly struck a woman multiple times in the face and stomach during a physical altercation at a Yorktown residence Oct. 3, causing physical injury.

Two charged with felony drug possession after Route 6 traffic stop

Two men were charged with felony drug possession after a Yorktown police investigation into suspected shoplifting led to a traffic stop on Route 6 on Sept. 17.

Driver rescued from steep Route 129 embankment

The weekend storm made for a messy few days on the roads, with several crashes reported around the area.

Summons, theft arrest and traffic charges

Yorktown police reported a criminal summons, an arrest for alleged theft and multiple traffic charges
Arts & Leisure
Leisure
Community members at a past Halloween parade and carnival.

Reminders on how to stay safe this Halloween

Halloween is almost here and the excitement is building for little children, especially when they see store displays with decorations, costumes and candy. While so much has changed, safety rules never go out of style.

Senior Living
Understanding the Basics of the Attorney-Client Relationship During An Estate or Elder Law Planning Consultation! All too often a senior client will be accompanied to a consultation appointment by one or two of their children or loved ones. While...
Health & Wellness
One of the most common questions I hear is, “Doctor, if I need cataract surgery, what are my options?” Today, there are more choices than ever. During cataract surgery, your cloudy natural lens is replaced with an intraocular lens, or IOL....
Food & Drink
Wine
Bill 'Tish' Tisherman's column appears in Hudson Valley Living.

What does value taste like?

Wine Column with Bill “Tish” Tisherman (former editor of Wine Enthusiast). All Seasons Wine & Spirits is the sponsor of this column. Wines of the Month are ON SALE at All Seasons! Check out this column for more info.

Home & Garden
For many homeowners, fall is the ideal time to tackle those long-delayed home projects and prepare for colder weather.

Hudson Valley Living
King School is a place for place for curious students
At King School, the smartest person in the room is not the one with all the answers, it’s the one with all the questions. King welcomes curious students—those who aren’t afraid to ask why, to try something new, to get it wrong before they get it...
Is wine good for you?
Discussing health is always a fraught subject. Throw alcohol into the discussion and the precariousness rises further. This reality was brought to mind recently by a spate of “Alcohol causes cancer” articles in both traditional and digital...
Like ways to skin a cat, there are many ways to appreciate wine
Whenever someone asks “What’s your favorite wine?” I like to think I can make an argument for exactly what’s in my glass. Whatever it is. And it often has nothing to do with what the wine tastes like.   Truth is, people get hooked on a...
Take dining to a new level at Hudson Valley Steakhouse
Whether it an intimate date night, gathering of a friends group, or business event, Hudson Valley Steakhouse is the kind of place that combines warmth and elegance. Located at 3360 Old Crompond Road in Yorktown Heights, the restaurant combines a...
Alan D. Feller, ESQ
Estate planning for empty nesters like me
I have been writing about estate planning milestones for so many years, I almost forgot to memorialize my own entry to the empty nest club. There was no formal ceremony. A quick hug and kiss, followed by a slow walk to the SUV, and a few minutes...

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Goldfish Swim Schools of Westchester’s Swim Force swimmers came together to make a difference for children at Blythedale Children’s Hospital through the team’s first-ever Swim Force Swimathon, swimming 4,931 laps to raise $700 in support of Blythedale.
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If you want to hit the road in Yorktown Heights in a first-class automobile, you should plan a shopping trip to Stelly Nissan of Yorktown Heights. We offer one of the finest vehicle inventories in …

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