Published 2 months ago2m ago • Bookmarks: 186 • Comments: 2 Purchasing cannabis products in the rivertowns has become easier with businesses already opened in Sleepy Hollow and Ossining the Tarrytown Planning Board gave the go-ahead for a so-called “wellness center” known as The Hybrid Shop at 51 Main St which will sell cannabis in all shapes and sizes will be open seven days a week from 9:30 a.m and is regulated by the New York State Office of Cannabis Management Proprietor Vincent Silvestri said the cannabis shop should fit in nicely on Main St Tarrytown Music and other attractions in the village “Our goal is to get everything preordered before they even get to the store,” he said “Each transaction will only take between three and five minutes.” Attorney Michael Weiss said there won’t be any “window shopping.” “The goal is to get the customers in and out of our store faster than they can get a slice of pizza,” he said “We’re not going to allow people to loiter outside We just see this as a win-win for the town.” More than 200 comments were made on social media about the proposed dispensary but only a few residents appeared February 24 at Village Hall for a public hearing Larah Alami of Hudson River Eye Care welcomed the dispensary to Tarrytown “I think this is a great addition to the community,” she said progressive town we have to be diverse and inclusive of everyone.” Planning Board Chairman Joan Raiselis read a letter from Tarrytown Police Chief John Barbelet that also was supportive of the dispensary stating the owners have demonstrated they will “operate with transparency and integrity.” who noted he carried a medical marijuana card in his wallet was the only Planning Board member of the five in attendance who did not vote to allow the dispensary despite supporting it earlier in the meeting and website in this browser for the next time I comment © 2025. 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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of “62 Main” in the village of Tarrytown Westchester County — a $54 million development that transformed the former YMCA of Tarrytown into 108 affordable and energy-efficient apartments New York State Homes and Community Renewal has financed more than 5,000 affordable homes in Westchester 62 Main continues this effort and complements Governor Hochul’s $25 billion five-year Housing Plan which is on track to create or preserve 100,000 affordable homes statewide.  “My approach to tackling the housing crisis is simple: we need all types of housing options especially in places like Westchester County,” Governor Hochul said “Transforming this former YMCA into affordable housing will not only revitalize the building but also provide more than 100 much-needed homes This project ensures that seniors can remain in the community they cherish or move to this vibrant village with an essential public transit hub.”  The development is available to households earning up to 70 percent of the Area Median Income Eighty-eight of the apartments are reserved for seniors aged 55 and older.  The project included a rehabilitation of the interior of the original YMCA facility Extensions to the facility in the rear of the property were demolished and replaced The historic Main Street façade of the YMCA is intact in accordance with a Memorandum of Agreement between the developer and the New York State Historic Preservation Office The façade of the newly constructed portion of the building utilizes classic architectural themes prevalent throughout Tarrytown.  62 Main is fully-electric with energy-efficient features including geothermal heat and air conditioning a green roof courtyard and electric car charging stations The transit-oriented development is three blocks from the Metro North train station and is within walking distance to retail stores The project is supported by HCR’s Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program that generated $19 million in equity which provided $10.4 million in subsidy from its Senior Housing Program and $8.4 million in tax exempt bonds Eight of the units will receive rental assistance through Section 8 Project-Based Vouchers issued by HCR The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s New Construction – Housing Program provided $218,000.  The project is also supported by $10.1 million in loans from the Tarrytown Housing Fund – a fund of the Housing Action Council $5 million from Westchester County’s New Homes Land Acquisition program a $3 million permanent loan from Community Preservation Corporation Climate Capital to help finance energy efficiency improvements in the project and $1.5 million in geothermal and solar federal tax credits The project obtained a 30-year Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with the town of Greenburgh and village of Tarrytown.  All 23 tenants who lived in the Single Room Occupancy units at the facility prior to the construction remained in the development and will continue to pay no greater than 30 percent of their household income towards their rent The project’s developer is WBP Development Tax credit equity was syndicated by Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments.  New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas said “This $54 million project is transforming the historic YMCA of Tarrytown site into safe this development epitomizes many of our top priorities and shows New Yorkers the different ways in which the State is boosting the supply of housing.”  New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO Doreen M “Providing Westchester residents with the opportunity to live and enjoy clean and affordable living spaces like we see at 62 Main in Tarrytown will ensure more New Yorkers are benefitting from the State’s energy transition NYSERDA is proud to support the development of all-electric housing that will help move communities across the state towards a healthier future.”  Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner Pro Tem Randy Simons said “We are grateful to HCR for working with our office to preserve key historic features of the former YMCA of Tarrytown The project is another great example of how the adaptive reuse of historic buildings can expand options for affordable housing promote sustainability and preserve the heritage of our cities and towns.”  “Every family in Westchester deserves a safe and affordable place to call home I’m proud that the federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credit that I worked hard to protect and expand has delivered $19 million to transform the former YMCA into 108 new homes at 62 Main in Tarrytown These brand new homes will be fully-electric and offer the community a green roof courtyard and electric car charging High housing costs are a key driver of inflation so we must build more housing for working people to bring down those high prices I applaud Governor Hochul’s work increasing access to affordable housing in Westchester and across New York and I will continue working to deliver federal resources to ensure that every New Yorker has a roof over their heads.”  State Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said “The completion of 62 Main in Tarrytown provides safe and sustainable housing for seniors and families including the 23 former residents of the Single Room Occupancy units I commend Wilder Balter Partners Development for their commitment to ensuring that these residents were not displaced energy-efficient homes that they can afford This project required the dedication and collaboration of numerous partners from Wilder Balter Partners to Westchester County to HCR and NYSERDA with nearly $53 million in critical funding secured through our State Legislature's budget allocations it remains my priority to support housing solutions that serve residents of diverse economic backgrounds while enhancing both Westchester County and New York State.”  Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said, “Westchester County was proud to allocate $5 million in New Homes Land Acquisition funds for 62 Main in Tarrytown a $54 million project that has led to the creation of 108 affordable 62 Main repurposed the former YMCA of Tarrytown into modern and is the kind of investment our communities need to ensure access to high quality I want to thank Governor Kathy Hochul for her leadership in bringing 62 Main to fruition.”  “When we talk about building inclusive communities that includes the creation of residential options for older residents who seek to stay in the area after raising their families and winding down their careers 62 Main offers the kind of affordable housing solution our seniors need — with cost-saving energy efficiencies amenities that include social and fitness spaces adaptive units for hearing and vision impairment and walkable access to public transportation and a lively downtown I am proud that New York State has been a partner in funding this worthy project and welcome 62 Main’s new residents to the neighborhood!”  Greenburgh Town Supervisor Paul Feiner said “Our community and the entire region has a severe shortage of affordable housing I am very pleased that 108 families will be able to benefit from a beautiful The families will be able to enjoy living in a great village—and can walk to the theater Housing Action Council Executive Director Rose Noonan said “We are pleased to serve as the non-profit partner in partnership with WB Development and to contribute to the capital stack to make this much needed housing feasible We are particularly excited about the opportunity it afforded the individuals who lived at the YMCA residence to remain and access quality affordable housing.”  “This development honors Tarrytown’s past while securing its future—providing high-quality incorporating cutting-edge sustainability features and seamlessly blending into the fabric of our historic downtown and the many agencies that made this possible is a shining example of what can be achieved when a community comes together with a shared vision We are thrilled to welcome the new residents of 62 Main and celebrate this incredible milestone for Tarrytown.”  Wilder Balter Partners Development President William Balter said, “This development was born out of a collaboration among community members County and State stakeholders and several financial partners energy-efficient affordable housing for seniors Tarrytown’s vibrant downtown business district has a new municipal parking garage the original 1912 YMCA building in Tarrytown’s historic district has been repurposed and has a restored façade and the prior SRO tenants are now living in brand new apartments The Community Preservation Corporation CEO Rafael E “The work to revitalize 62 Main has breathed new life into this former YMCA building returning it to the community once again as a hub of activity and as a vital resource of new affordable housing We are proud to help finance the electrification and energy efficient upgrades to the property that will provide a host of benefits for both the owner and tenants My thanks to our partners at WBP Development the Town of Greenburgh and Village of Tarrytown and to NYSERDA for their dedication and collaboration.”  Raymond James Affordable Housing Investments Director of Acquisitions Darryl Seavey said “Raymond James is very proud to have partnered with Wilder Balter Partners as the equity investor in the 62 Main Apartments senior housing development The newly completed 62 Main Apartments is an extraordinarily well-designed project that helps bring high quality affordable housing opportunities to residents of Tarrytown while at the same time preserving critical components of the historic former Tarrytown YMCA structure the historic facade of the YMCA building continues to adorn the streetscape of this busy commercial corridor Raymond James would like to congratulate the team at Wilder Balter Partners on the successful completion of this remarkable new housing community.”  Governor Hochul is committed to addressing New York’s housing crisis and making the State more affordable and more livable for all New Yorkers the Governor secured a landmark agreement to increase New York’s housing supply through new tax incentives for Upstate communities new incentives and relief from certain state-imposed restrictions to create more housing in New York City a $500 million capital fund to build up to 15,000 new homes on state-owned property an additional $600 million in funding to support a variety of housing developments statewide and new protections for renters and homeowners $25 billion Housing Plan to create or preserve 100,000 affordable homes statewide including 10,000 with support services for vulnerable populations plus the electrification of an additional 50,000 homes More than 55,000 homes have been created or preserved to date.  The FY25 Enacted Budget also strengthened the Pro-Housing Community Program which the Governor launched in 2023 Pro Housing Certification is now a requirement for localities to access up to $650 million in discretionary funding 285 communities have been certified.  newcomers and visitors to the area might find it hard to believe that the Toll Brothers' luxury Edge-on-Hudson community on the Sleepy Hollow riverfront was once the site of a General Motors plant that cranked out minivans by the thousands Sleepy Hollow was known as North Tarrytown back then This week's archive entry takes us back to those North Tarrytown General Motors times when a huge GM oven caught fire in the plant's auto body section sending thick black smoke billowing up Beekman Avenue where primer and sealant were baked onto minivan frames as it was on the roof of one of the massive buildings with the day shift having clocked out and only a few maintenance workers left an alarm sounded and workers quickly realized the blaze was too big for them to put out About 150 firefighters from North Tarrytown Tarrytown and Ossining fire departments responded fire teams trained water through the doors and through holes they cut in the insulation they found 48 minivan frames still sitting on the conveyer belt The Journal News/lohud.com has been telling stories of the Lower Hudson Valley for generations This regular column and photo feature takes a look back into our extensive archive JLL Capital Markets announced that it has secured the sale of Halstead Tarrytown a 300-unit multi-housing community located in Tarrytown The JLL Suburban Tri-State Capital Markets represented the seller, The DSF Group and procured the unnamed buyer Westchester County continues to be a sought-after market with strong fundamentals a highly educated workforce and proximity to New York City has seen consistent demand for quality housing with the local multi-housing market maintaining high occupancy rates Halstead Tarrytown consists of 11 two-story buildings offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments The community presents a significant value-add opportunity with all units featuring original finishes prime for renovation “The sale of Halstead Tarrytown demonstrates the continued investor interest in well-located value-add multi-housing assets in strong suburban markets The property’s potential for unit renovations and future market-rate conversion make it an attractive investment in today’s market,” said Steve Simonelli “Westchester County remains one of the strongest rental markets in the country The premiere location and upside of Halstead Tarrytown was a special combination that drew offers from many national investors.” JLL Capital Markets is a full-service global provider of capital solutions for real estate investors and occupiers The firm’s in-depth local market and global investor knowledge delivers the best-in-class solutions for clients — whether investment sales and advisory The firm has more than 3,000 Capital Markets specialists worldwide with offices in nearly 50 countries With over $5.0 billion invested in multifamily assets since our inception We acquire well located multifamily properties near transportation hubs and then reposition the properties through the implementation of well thought out renovations From development and renovations through construction and asset management The DSF Group seeks to drive meaningful results in every project in which we invest a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company manage and invest in a variety of commercial A Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $23.4 billion and operations in over 80 countries around the world our more than 112,000 employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM Zeds Real Fruit Ice Cream will soon be serving its New Zealand-style soft serve at a second location in North Central Austin By: 7:00 am on March 9 62 Main, a new affordable housing project, has officially reached completion at 62 Main Street in Tarrytown 88 of which are designated for seniors aged 55 and older Development cost approximately $54 million and was spearheaded by WBP Development 62 Main retains the original YMCA’s historic Main Street façade while incorporating new construction characteristics expected of a modern buildings Resident amenities include fitness and community spaces Funding for 62 Main was sourced from multiple public and private entities New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) provided support through the Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program Additional contributions included $10.4 million from HCR’s Senior Housing Program and $3 million from the Community Preservation Corporation Climate Capital for energy efficiency improvements The project also secured a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement with the town of Greenburgh and the village of Tarrytown Transit 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again (the restaurant had closed earlier while the property still operated as a hotel; they also did catering) Signage on the door reads they're "currently closed." The phone without the option to get additional information Attempts to reach both Hay Creek and Sankara went unanswered "We're hoping it can come back as it's been such a big part of the community," said Julia McCue owner of Horsefeathers in Tarrytown and former board member of the Sleepy Hollow Tarrytown Chamber of Commerce designed in a style reminiscent of Norman fortification in Wales The main dining room featured original mahogany panels (some of which belonged to Louis XIV) stained glass and a wood-burning fireplace The Castle also featured 4,100 square feet of meeting and event space it was built (in two stages) starting in 1897 for Howard Carroll and took more than 100 craftsmen to complete it was completed in 1910 and sits on one of the highest points in Westchester Que rico: Mexican restaurant in Westchester gets colorful rebrand with new owner, chef and more it was bought by Emerson and Ruth Axe who turned it into the headquarters for their investment counseling firm renovations included the addition of a spa "It's a really special place as well as a historical site," said McCue Published 2 months ago2m ago • Bookmarks: 303 At the March 3rd meeting of the Tarrytown Board of Trustees Mayor Karen Brown swore in local attorney Richard Isaacson as the village’s Village Justice to fill the vacancy left by Judge Kyle McGovern who was elected to the State Supreme Court last November Isaacson has lived in Tarrytown for more than 20 years A graduate of Cornell and the University of Pennsylvania Law School he runs his own management and consulting firm focusing on the music and entertainment industry “Rich Isaacson brings a unique combination of legal expertise and executive leadership to the position making him well-suited to oversee the administration of justice in Tarrytown’s Village Court,” said Mayor Brown and strong connection to our community will serve our residents well.” This appointment will carry through the remainder of the year Isaacson intends to run in the upcoming fall election to serve the remainder of Judge McGovern’s unexpired term The full term for a Village Justice in Tarrytown is four years the new justice told the Mayor and trustees Published 1 month ago1m ago • Bookmarks: 255 There has been a growing number of motor vehicle accidents – some even fatal including collisions with pedestrians or cyclists—in Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow leading up to the March 20 “Safe Streets For All” workshop at Tarrytown’s Senior Citizens Center It was the first of two meetings scheduled in 2025 to “develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan to prevent serious injury and death on roadways,” according to Tarrytown’s website A collaboration of the villages of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow and the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns the Safety Action Plan is funded by a grant from the U.S Department of Transportation for its Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program It was a key initiative from the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Action (IIJA) Heading up the project planning team are three private firms: TYLin with TYLin’s Kelly McGuinness as project manager supplemented by a comprehensive power point presentation the safe streets that the committee—really all of us—yearn for aren’t so safe According to data from the New York State Department of Transportation during the five-year period between 2019 and 2023 the combined villages of Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow had 698 crashes involving motor vehicles with 124 of them resulting in an injury or fatality Twenty-six people were seriously injured and three (all pedestrians) were killed  “One traffic death is too many,” lamented McGuinness “yet we’re actually seeing an upward trend So we’re here today to reduce those incidents of the most serious injuries and fatalities on traffic roadways in Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown.” the plan will secure additional state and federal funding beyond the initial SS4A grant for the study She stressed the importance of crafting specific construction projects in order to get more grants “All of this will be data-driven and community-enhanced so your input will help inform our safety strategies,” she explained We don’t always know where the near misses are We really want to understand from you; we want to listen.” Residents can share their views through an online survey: http://bit.ly/safestreets4all revealed that the most dangerous days—especially for pedestrians—are Mondays and Thursdays between the hours of 3:00 to 5:00 p.m And intersections: are where a full 85% of fatal or serious injury crashes happen The project will be overseen by the Safety Action Plan Steering Committee consisting of municipal staff organizations and crash victims’ groups that will provide guidance and assistance It was around the 30-minute mark of the meeting when attendees were invited to circulate among various stations around the room where they could speak with project representatives write comments on post-it notes to stick on charts and maps pinpointed treacherous areas on a map and left many suggestions most often advocating for more sidewalks and bike lanes–and complaining about reckless drivers McGuinness described the circumstances of one of the fatal accidents a driver pulled around a car stopped in front of him and struck a pedestrian whom he didn’t see crossing there Final plans for traffic modifications should be completed by the end of 2025 when the project team will provide responses to the community’s earlier feedback including focus groups in the high school and other local gatherings TAKE THE SURVEY Join us for the Project Public Meeting from 6-8pm on Thursday REGISTER TO ATTEND THE PUBLIC MEETING Published 5 months ago5m ago • Bookmarks: 299 A production company will be filming in the Crest neighborhood of Tarrytown for two days this week Intermittent traffic disruptions are expected on the following streets: Union Ave. but parking will be available for residents at the Tarrycrest Swim Club at 70 Midland Ave The Tarrytown Police Department will be on hand to assist with traffic flow during filming Mayor Karen Brown said the village is compensated by the production companies and those funds are returned to residents in the form of services and improvements “If we all work together it can be a positive experience for the village,” Brown said who is a casino worker on the run who entangles herself in several mysterious deaths of strangers along the way Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 173 • Comments: 1 In the nearly 15 years since he opened the Tarry Tavern on the site of the old Lago di Como restaurant at 27 Main Street in Tarrytown Henry Cabral had earned a reputation as the proprietor of an elegant but inviting dining option it had become a prized reservation on show nights diners could choose from an informal tavern menu and a farm-to-table selection featuring local produce Cabral kept the place going during the pandemic often supplemented with a bottle of Chianti or Cabernet gratis as a gesture of thanks to loyal clientele a fire broke out in the basement around 4:30 a.m and quickly spread up through the tavern and into the two apartments on the upper floors the occupants of the apartments were evacuated As many as 100 first responders from both Tarrytown and surrounding communities managed to keep  the fire from spreading to surrounding buildings but could not prevent it from destroying virtually everything in the restaurant One was reportedly treated for smoke inhalation Before the day was out, two fundraising efforts had been set up and raising money to help support the tavern’s employees. One by Gregg Rosinsky can be found on GoFundMe.com. The other was established by Gullotta House (https://gullottahouse.org/gullotta-house-helps-tarry-tavern-after-destructive-fire/) the Briarcliff Manor non-profit devoted to helping those facing hardship Faced with the prospect of a gas explosion when the fire was at its peak village officials shut off the gas supply and blocked off Main Street from Washington Avenue to Kaldenberg Place The street reopened and gas was restored by 5:00 p.m the informal breakfast and lunch spot he opened next door to the tavern contemplating a future that at that moment looked bleak He acknowledged that virtually everything in the place was lost but that he held out hope that the Tarry Tavern would once again re-open…someday Published 1 month ago1m ago • Bookmarks: 90 • Comments: 2 Two New Jersey men were charged Tuesday with the violent robbery of a jewelry store in broad daylight in December on Central Avenue in Hartsdale Acting United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York were both charged with conspiracy to commit Hobbs Act robbery and Hobbs Act robbery each of which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison for allegedly stealing approximately $1.7 million of merchandise from Tarrytown Jewelers the defendants smashed their way in and then plundered the store of about $1.7 million in jewelry all while innocent customers and employees hid for their safety,” Podolsky said 24 and their co-conspirators drove a stolen vehicle with a stolen license plate from New Jersey to New York they arrived at Tarrytown Jewelers in the Westchester Square shopping plaza in Hartsdale and sledgehammered their way into the store and while innocent customers cowered in fear for their safety Podolsky stated the robbers smashed jewelry display cases and stole around $1.7 million in jewelry they returned to their vehicle with bags of stolen goods and drove back to New Jersey Williams drove to the Diamond District in New York City while Wilson returned to their shared residence and their co-conspirators took photographs of themselves holding large stacks of cash Both defendants were expected to be presented Wednesday before U.S Podolsky praised the efforts of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Westchester Safe Streets Task Force and Newark Field Office as well as the Nassau County Police Major Case Squad Published 7 months ago7m ago • Bookmarks: 212 • Comments: 1 Finding a parking space in downtown Tarrytown just got a little easier with the unveiling Wednesday of a 68-space indoor public garage on the western side of South Washington Street “This garage is going to be a game changer,” Tarrytown Mayor Karen Brown said at the ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony with other village officials and local business leaders “I’m excited about the positive impact this will have on our downtown businesses.” The municipal garage was part of a public/private partnership between the village and Wilder Balter Partners (WBP) multi-family apartments for seniors in the former YMCA building at 62 Main Street Village Administrator Richard Slingerland said the parking spaces in the garage will function the same as the lot across the street—open seven days a week for a maximum of six hours at a rate of $1 per hour Slingerland noted the indoor municipal lot is the first of its kind in the history of Tarrytown “We’re certainly open to considering similar projects if they were to come up,” he said Executive Director of the historic Tarrytown Music Hall said the garage will make it easier for residents and visitors to enjoy the shows at his venue and frequent the many restaurants and shops downtown “I’m proud of Tarrytown for pulling this together,” he said Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 250 • Comments: 3 The Tarrytown Board of Trustees election was uncontested but there is a new face in the lineup: Kenneth (universally called “Kenny”) Herzog will be taking the seat vacated by the retiring Robert “Bobby” Hoyt who has been a board member for nearly two decades By training a journalist with a focus on culture and current events Herzog has been drawn increasingly into public service a grass roots campaign to combat vaccine hesitancy and facilitate access to seniors and others facing obstacles to COVID vaccination He joined–and participated in–Greenburgh Town Supervisor’s Snow Angels program that recruited high school students to shovel snow for seniors He served as communications/outreach manager for Volunteer New York an organization that connects volunteers with nonprofits and is a member of the Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee he was active in supporting Alessandra Biaggi in her unsuccessful 2022 effort to be the Democratic candidate for the 17th District Congressional seat He also worked to secure MaryJane Shimsky’s election as State Assembly representative for the 92nd District he assisted Community Outreach teams for Moms Demand Action and Be SMART Westchester chapters  He sorted and distributed used clothing for Tarrytown-Sleepy Hollow Community Wardrobe and contributed pro bono fundraiser copy and online features for Make-A-Wish Hudson Valley Herzog’s latest role has been as David Imamura’s legislative aide on the Westchester County Board of Legislature where he handles constituent services; intergovernmental relations; communications and social media; and drafting of legislation Running for Tarrytown’s Board of Trustees seemed a natural extension of Herzog’s career and interests “I don’t shy away from civic service,” he said “so this was a no-brainer for me.” He looks forward to working with the Board to “help shape what this village is going to look like.” “but I am someone who is hopeful that we can reconcile the needs of members of the community who have been here for their whole lives…with the needs of a segment of the population that is younger and wants to put down roots here.” Published 3 months ago3m ago • Bookmarks: 189 Tarrytown’s trustees officially promoted three village police officers and added a fourth previously a member of the New York City Police Department Veteran officer Detective Sergeant Daryl Stiloski was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Sergeant Dennis Smith was promoted to the rank of Detective Sergeant Officer Michael Gagliardi was promoted to the rank of Sergeant Published 1 month ago1m ago • Bookmarks: 197 Spring 2025 Hudson Valley Restaurant Week kicked off Thursday at The Sailhouse in Tarrytown with Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and other officials joining in the celebration The annual event runs from March 31 to April 13 with more than 70 restaurants throughout Westchester participating “Hudson Valley Restaurant Week is a favorite event here in Westchester It’s a time when our vibrant culinary scene comes alive with creativity “Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the first time and enjoy the best of what our region has to offer — it’s a great way to support the small businesses and dedicated restaurateurs who make Westchester such a delicious and dynamic place to live.” The Sailhouse is a new eatery taking part in the two-week showcase It is located on the Hudson River waterfront and offers such contemporary American dishes as braised short ribs A complete list of restaurants and menus can be found at valleytable.com/hvrw Reservations are suggested as space fills quickly Published 5 months ago5m ago • Bookmarks: 178 A 77-year-old woman was killed in a fire just after midnight Thursday at a condominium complex on Martling Ave The Tarrytown Fire Department was dispatched Dec following a report of smoke from neighbors and Lieutenant Scotty Weaver forced entry to the unit and were met by a heavy volume of smoke and fire on the first floor More resources were added to the scene to and proactive measures were taken to locate and extinguish the fire prior to spreading to adjacent units Weaver and Derivan then proceeded with a primary search of the residence where they found a female victim and removed her to the front of the home Life saving measures were attempted at that time but the unidentified woman succumbed to her injuries then reentered the building to resume their search and began extinguishing the fire while additional resources and hose lines were being put into place “While there was fire and smoke damage to two of the surrounding units our crews worked quickly to evacuate the other six units and minimize damage.” Chief Patrick Derivan said The cause of the fire remains under investigation with the Tarrytown Police Department Tarrytown received mutual aid assistance from several area agencies Published 3 months ago3m ago • Bookmarks: 520 • Comments: 4 It is not often that an applicant seeking approval on a project will ask a municipal board not to take a vote especially when it appears that vote will be an affirmative one that’s exactly what took place Monday night at the Tarrytown Planning Board meeting with the application for a proposed Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at 120 White Plains Road With only three board members in attendance representing Catalyze Tarrytown White Plains Road Microgrid requested any decision on closing the public hearing issuing a negative declaration and referring the application to the Board of Trustees be put on hold for a future meeting “We want the full board to weigh-in so it represents the full will of the board,” Warden said Although acting Chairman David Aukland told Warden “we have no reason to defer any further,” and three members were enough to render a decision The Planning Board has been reviewing the application for several months and did a site visit with local fire officials in late November Planner Stanley Friedlander expressed concerns about homeowners near the project’s site in case of “a catastrophic event.” Tarrytown Fire Chief Raymond Tuohy stressed during that same meeting the Fire Department was opposed to the project “We are not in favor of this particular system in this particular location at this time,” he said Director of Engineering with Energy Safety Response Group (ESRG) said the applicant exceeded the fire code safety requirements “The applicant has followed the New York State laws and has gone above and beyond,” he said The Planning Board is scheduled to meet next on February 13 Published 1 month ago1m ago • Bookmarks: 244 • Comments: 4 A March 25 article in the Murdoch-owned New York Post has brought renewed attention to a years’ old dispute over the rents paid by various tenants of a federally subsidized affordable housing apartment building in Tarrytown co-mingling it with questions about the role played by Sadie McKeown a major force in Tarrytown’s affordable housing efforts over the past three decades The rent disparity story is not new, having been covered thoroughly last year by Journal News columnist David McKay Wilson (as well as in The Hudson Independent (https://thehudsonindependent.com/renters-in-tarrytown-building-worried-they-soon-could-be-homeless/) Those stories focused on the Asbury Terrace tenants who originally qualified for Section 8 federal subsidies but who continued to occupy units even after their annual incomes had risen beyond that criterion ($32,650 for an individual up to $88,350 for a family of five) more than 20 of the 86 units in Asbury Terrace were occupied by such higher-earning tenants while 60 units were occupied by tenants whose incomes were still low enough to qualify for the Section 8 subsidy Evicting those over the income limit would be illegal a reputable affordable housing company called Mountco sought to raise their rents commensurate with their current incomes A one-bedroom apartment would go from $1,080-a-month to $1,980; a three bedroom from $1,517 to $2,650 Asbury Terrace tenants would be paying well below Westchester County’s average of $2,050 for a studio up to $4,300 for a three-bedroom apartment.) The rate increase went into effect last September with a stipulation that those willing to disclose their earnings would be charged at a rate of 30% of current incomes viewing that as a violation of their privacy Mountco cannot offer apartments to qualified Section 8 applicants until tenants earning above the cut-off vacate their apartments a consortium called the Asbury Terrace Housing Development Fund Corporation (ATHDF) which was chaired at the time by Sadie McKeown sold the building for $15.5 million to Mountco The New York Post story asserts that McKeown “got rents raised after petitioning the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).” McKeown flatly denies having any influence over rents charged by Mountco “I had nothing to do with setting rents,” she told The Hudson Independent “and did not have any other involvement in the property following the sale to Mountco.” McKeown who at the time also chaired Tarrytown’s Housing Affordability Task Force “funneled millions of dollars in net proceeds to the pet projects of another local nonprofit the Housing Action Council.” The executive director of the HAC “who was serving with McKeown on the affordable housing task force.” “Critics of the sale have charged potential conflicts of interest,” the Post story alleged (without naming any critics) further stating that “Ethics complaints filed with Tarrytown officials indicate that McKeown was allowed to serve jointly on Tarrytown’s Municipal Housing Authority and its Affordable Housing Task Force — but had to recuse herself starting in 2021 from ‘any’ deliberations of the latter.” The person who initiated the Ethics case was John Stiloski owner of a local towing and automotive repair company and a source for the Post story A Tarrytown native no longer living in the village but a frequent commentator at Trustee meetings Stiloski filed a complaint with the village’s Ethics Board alleging that McKeown and Rose Noonan had failed to file annual financial disclosure forms also citing Village Administrator Richard Slingerland for his failure to order them to submit such forms While reporting that an ethics complaint had been filed the March 25 Post story failed to note that on March 12 Tarrytown’s Ethics Board exonerated McKeown Noonan and Slingerland on grounds that the two women were not village officials and thus had no obligation to file financial discloser forms “The key part,” said one participant in the decision “was that they (McKeown and Noonan) were never in decision-making positions.” According to several sources familiar with Tarrytown’s affordable housing efforts Asbury Terrace was a particularly well-run rental property that maintained its value over more than half a century but whose potential for absorbing more qualified renters was limited by the presence of renters with incomes above federal requirements was to monetize the asset and use the proceeds to invest in new affordable housing projects when the YMCA sold its building at 62 Main Street to Wilder Balter of Mt Wilder Balter presented the village with plans to expand the building’s footprint turning an aging structure that housed 48 men into a modern Investment in the Y struck McKeown and others as an ideal use for proceeds from the sale of Asbury Terrace Thus $9 million out the $15.5 million earned from the sale of Asbury Terrace was reinvested in the Y expansion Sadie McKeown has been deeply involved in Tarrytown’s nonprofit circles since joining the board of the Y in 1994 She was involved in Asbury Terrace from 1996 until the building’s sale in 2020 She served on the Tarrytown Comprehensive Plan Management Committee until its dissolution in 2022 She chaired the Housing Affordability Task Force from 2019 to 2023 and the Municipal Housing Authority Board until that same year “I have 34 years of experience with affordable housing,” she told The Hudson Independent so for me this was an opportunity to be able to use my expertise and to volunteer my time to support the community I love.” Overlapping but apparently unrelated was an effort by Climate United including the Community Preservation Corporation to secure funding from the federal EPA under the Biden Administration’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund—$27 billion earmarked for climate-friendly housing projects Climate United was awarded nearly $7 billion from that fund and had begun investing it under contract when the incoming Trump Administration froze the money Local officials are among the many nationwide who say that the Trump freeze is illegal. A recent New York Times article (https://www.nytimes.com/2025/04/02/climate/lee-zeldin-gold-bars-epa.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare) reported that Judge Tanya Chutkin of the U.S District Court in DC has told Trump’s EPA chief that the administration has failed to substantiate its sweeping claims of waste fraud and abuse as justification for freezing the funds The deadline for submitting new evidence was this past Wednesday leaving it unlikely that new information will surface before Judge Chutkin issues a ruling The Post article on several occasions labeled various accounts purportedly overseen by Sadie McKeown as “slush funds,” a term the Oxford dictionary defines as “a reserve of money used for illicit purposes.” McKeown said she oversees no such finds When called for comment on both the Asbury Terrace rent dispute and the ongoing legal battle over government funding John Stiloski declined to comment on a matter he said was “under investigation.” “I was told not to talk about it,” he said before hanging up taking an early morning call to talk about his upcoming appearance in Westchester while in his cab ride to work He isn't far from deadline on the week's episode of public radio's "This American Life,” the radio show and podcast that has 3 million listeners a week on the theme "Try a Little Tenderness," has needed some tweaking "It's basically people turning towards kindness which we didn't intend as any comment on politics and I wonder if people are going to see it that way," Glass says in his trademark conversational style "We just have a bunch of stories where someone unexpectedly acts kindly towards somebody who's being kind of bad to them Glass comes to Tarrytown Music Hall on Jan one of the writer-editor-host’s monthly appointments to get out of the studio or make a road assignment to do his stage show Tarrytown audiences will see Glass on stage with an iPad spinning stories accompanied by video and audio clips He'll talk about how the show is made and lessons learned in 30 years of telling long-form stories on the radio most of it is just an excuse to just tell a bunch of really fun stories," Glass says "The thing is designed to feel like the radio show and each of the seven things is a different funny And I switch them up over time and in different places just because it's more fun to kind of change them up." binge-watching show we do have attention spans"This American Life," which Glass created with Torey Malatia at WBEZ in Chicago in 1995 has won seven Peabody Awards and was the first audio program to win the Pulitzer Prize Thirty years is a long time to be telling stories the work remains the same: long-form audio journalism Glass bristles at the suggestion that the world of social media has somehow taken over the cultural conversation there’s more appetite for things that require longer attention spans “I think there's a mistake in the culture which says that our attention spans are so short and that all we can put up with is something the length of a TikTok video or an Instagram post,” he says one of the most popular things in the culture are these multi-part multi-season streamed television series that everyone watches “we all have the patience to sit through hours and hours and hours of narrative television or in the case of podcasts narrative podcasts Or people who love podcast interview shows I think those things are just living side by side but quietly and unremarked: the fact that we still actually do have long attention spans.” is that for a story to work over a longer time “It has to pull you in in the beginning and make you care and then you’re sort of stuck,” he says Take, for example, the episode that won the Pulitzer Prize the Remain in Mexico program that President Donald Trump had in place during his first term in office as unlikely a topic for a radio show as one might dream up we thought of the show as being a kind of forbidding thing for people to listen to,” Glass says “We really thought if you go on the radio and you say at the beginning of the hour it's going to be an hour of immigration policy,' nobody wants to stick around.” But during the reporting trip to a refugee camp in Matamoras the “This American Life” team found a 9-year-old boy named Darwin who charmed his way into the hearts of those around him to the point where he became “the king” of the camp Darwin became Glass’ way into a policy story “The thing that having that little boy at the top of the show does is you just want to hang out with that kid,” Glass says “There's just something surprising and really fun about hearing this little boy And one of the things that I'll be talking about in Tarrytown is I feel like journalists don't talk about this much: you really have to trick the audience into listening to something like that hour Ira Glass as 'The Podfather'The show has a signature style and sound The stories are told in “acts,” with music underneath it to the point where he has been called “The Podfather,” the voice who launched a thousand podcasts “I don't think it's a special tribute to me though,” Glass says of the similarities between his show and countless others “Our show came out there in the 90s and was a very visible example of 'Here's how you can do stories And they can be compelling and pull you in and be interesting.' Archive interview: Reading the room with outsider David Sedaris “I definitely hear traces of the way that I decided to perform on the radio in other people who are doing podcasts and that seems fine,” he says “This American Life” has championed storytellers such as David Sedaris whose “Santaland Diaries” was an early appreciated episode creator of the wildly successful “Serial” podcast “I'm still one of the editors of nearly all the shows ‘Serial’ does Daniel Alarcón's series on the whale from 'Free Willy,' which is really I was one of the editors who would listen to drafts and give notes Glass will be in Westchester two days before the inauguration Day in the middle of a month of mourning for Jimmy Carter any or all of which might find their way into his stage performance the incoming president is very much on my mind," he says whether they make his list of seven or not I would never allow myself to be photographed in publicity for the show because I thought that was bad for radio,” he says with a laugh “I just thought you want to be just a disembodied voice Glass thought it didn't help Rush Limbaugh or Howard Stern for people to see what they looked like It was better if they were just a voice in people's heads “We had publicity photos in the early years where I held up a card in front of my face that said ‘Radio = No Pictures.’ But after two years of that it just seemed too pretentious to keep going that way.” Web: www.tarrytownmusichall.org Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 537 By Barrett Seaman and Solace Church– citizens of New England towns decided communal matters at “Open Town Meetings,” in which public issues and elections were discussed by the entire population gathered in one place at one time an elder or selectman would call for an up-or-down vote: “How say you (Woodstock or Salem or Lowell)?” The people would then answer “Yea” or “Nay,” and the issue would be decided New Englanders saw this as the purest form of democracy something akin to Open Town Meetings continues to this day to conduct the business of the people in such a straightforward manner Elections for national or even state office are especially complex as the distinctions between villages and towns blur and the issues themselves are often entangled in layers of local state and federal—and sometimes even international—authorities subject to five levels of government: local recent redistricting changes have divided the village’s voters between two congressional districts one tied to northern communities and those across the river the other to central and southern Westchester County and parts of the Bronx The village’s cultural and economic ties are strongest with the other Hudson Valley rivertowns including immediate neighbors Irvington to the south and Sleepy Hollow to the north Tarrytown is part of the Town of Greenburgh whereas Sleepy Hollow falls under the jurisdiction of Mt though the two villages have more in common with each other than with their respective townships 5 will have miniscule impact on the race for president and only slightly more on its congressional races Yet conversations ranging from casual sidewalk chit-chat to more structured interviews by The Hudson Independent suggest a widespread sense of political engagement deep anxiety about the presidential contest Because the Congressional race in District 17 is close–and may determine which party controls the House of Representatives it too raises anxiety levels in the village In a brief survey of voters whose identities we agreed not to publish The Hudson Independent asked what each considered the two most important issues in the campaign The choice of issues emerged as a reliable indicator of how they would vote Those who chose immigration and the economy were much more likely to back Trump “character” or “the future of democracy” almost invariably sided with Harris The voters we surveyed live on or close to the dividing line between Districts 16 and 17—close enough so that if they lived just across the street they would be choosing between a different set of candidates In the District 16 race between County Supervisor George Latimer and Dr the issues voters thought to be most important were not nearly as closely linked to their voting preference as they were in the race between incumbent Republican Congressman Mike Lawler and former Rep All of the registered Republicans with whom we spoke some of the independents and at least one Democrat allowed that they would or might vote for Lawler Latimer was the choice of voters regardless of affiliation We also asked how comfortable these voters were talking about the election in their social or work settings Many confessed feeling discomfort outside immediate family and trusted friends some but not all of whom were anti-Trumpers a registered Democrat planning to vote for Trump complained that “if you say anything [good] about the Republican party “There’s a lot of distortion about a lot of issues.” (For a sampling of responses from our survey, go to: https://thehudsonindependent.com/tarrytown-voters-in-their-own-words/) Politics in Tarrytown have not always been a blood sport according to long-time residents and participants in the process The political and cultural demographics have in many ways turned upside down over the past few decades that most of the village’s elites were Republicans albeit what were known as “Rockefeller Republicans.” They tended to be fiscal conservatives and social pragmatists many of them employees of the General Motors plant on ground now occupied by the Edge-on-Hudson complex as reflected in the County registration records for every four registered Democrats in the village there are two unaffiliated (independent) voters and one Republican Not all those Democrats will vote for Kamala Harris just as not all Republicans are committed to Donald Trump Democrats dominate in the rivertowns generally while among the predominantly white working-class voters forming the Republican base the vocabulary is one of grievance and resentment of what they see as protected classes—people of color immigrants and the elites who control the money and the levers of power Rockefeller Republicans are a relic of the past The Democratic parties in each of the rivertown villages tend to be well organized regular meetings and a willingness to go out and get out the vote Republicans in Tarrytown have no visible party structure they often register as members of a third party in addition to or instead of the Republican ballot line There is not much doubt that most voters here will cast ballots for Kamala Harris in the presidential race Those living on the District 16 side of town will back George Latimer—probably by a large margin How the battle (and it has been a battle) between Mondaire Jones and Mike Lawler ends is anybody’s guess but its outcome may be the closest local reflection of the current climate of American politics with long lasting social as well as political consequences To review stories about this 2024 election previously published by The Indy https://thehudsonindependent.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=96409&action=edit&classic-editor Texas — Replacing your roof can be one of the most expensive services for your property and it's crucial to choose a company you trust for such a big investment joined We Are Austin in studio to share some valuable tips on selecting the right roofing partner and ensuring your home is well-protected Kuntz emphasized the importance of regular maintenance to protect your roof There's a common misconception shingles have 30-year lifespans," he said This proactive approach can help identify potential issues before they become costly problems Kuntz said it's important to apply sealant every five years and have your roof inspected after wind or hail storms When it comes to selecting a roofing partner Kuntz advised looking for experience and reliability "I would avoid companies that avoid roof maintenance and roof repair because all they're going to try and do is sell you a roof replacement-- even if you don't need it," he said He recommends selecting your roofing contractor through word-of-mouth or recommendations from neighbors Timing is also key when considering roof repairs or replacement Addressing issues promptly can prevent further damage and save money in the long run For those wondering about filing an insurance claim for roof damage A reputable contractor will get on the roof It's important to work with a company that can advise you on whether it's worth filing a claim since you don't want too many claims in a 3-year period For more information and expert advice, contact Tarrytown Roofing online or at 512-777-1219 Published 4 weeks ago4w ago • Bookmarks: 282 A springtime event that has drawn crowds of children and adults to Patriots Park in Tarrytown will be making its 18th appearance next month The Rotary Club of the Tarrytowns’ Duck Derby and the Family YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day once again partner to create an exciting day full of fun and entertainment on Saturday Six preliminary Derby races and a Grand Final featuring small “adopted” rubber ducks zipping down Andre Brook coupled with the YMCA’s activities are scheduled to attract the attention of the throngs of attendees as they have in past years Adding to the excitement are the prizes that await those who have adopted winning ducks in the races “We have some great additions this year,” explained Lesa Dalton the Family Y at Tarrytown’s Associate Executive Director “Not only will we have our usual inflatable rides but we are bringing in Mad Science of Westchester and the Bubble Bus for fun interactive activities for the children,” she said and so many others,” Dalton stated in describing participating organizations For those with appetites during the events “Our food vendors are always popular and we are so grateful to the Fire Department’s barbecue and Conqueror Hook and Ladder Company No 1 we are thrilled to have Arthur Avenue Wood Fire Pizza & Catering and then picked up at the Y Tent by the Route 9 (Broadway) entrance to the park or purchased there as well on the day of the event and Mad Science Slime Making Station and More,” Dalton added will be present in their large ducky costumes to greet children and dump the rubber ducks into the stream for the races it was Godwin who presented the Derby idea to the Rotary Club Returning to Emcee the event will be Rod Oshins and all the Tarrytown Club Rotarians will show up for the Derby to help setup with all the monies raised going back to the community through grants and scholarships.” Activities in the Park begin at 11:00 a.m. with the first of the Duck Derby’s six preliminary races scheduled for 11:15 a.m  Persons who have “adopted” the winning duck in each preliminary race collect $100 Those six heat winners compete in the Grand Finale whose victorious duck earns the grand prize of $1,500 for the lucky person who “adopted” it  So it is possible to have adopted competitors in the race without being present Credit for taming the Andre Brook for the Duck Derby and preparing it for the races goes to Hope Hose and Conqueror Firehouses of the Village’s volunteer department “The firefighters are really behind the success of the Rubber Duck Derby,” Murray stressed they’ve devised a game plan for racing the ducks and every year they’ve made improvements,” she said “They volunteer to clean the stream and spend their day making sure the rubber ducks race We can’t say enough good things about how much we appreciate the firefighters.” Murray gave special credit to former Fire Chief Kelly Murphy “You will always find Kelly in the stream.” Both the Rotary’s Duck Derby and the Y’s Healthy Kids Day are supported by sponsors helping to make the events possible including Peroni Building Company and NorthEast presenting sponsors are Phelps Hospital and Kendal on Hudson with many more sponsors listed on the Rotary’s online Duck Derby page The afternoon’s events are scheduled to wrap up at 3 p.m the event would be rescheduled for Saturday Less than 24 hours after a fire ripped through Tarry Tavern in Tarrytown, local residents have rallied behind restaurant owners Henry and Anna Cabral with support Two fundraising pages have been set up to help restaurant owners Henry and Anna Cabral writing how the Cabral's have been "an integral part of our community .. More: Fire damages Tarrytown bar, Tarry Tavern, closes Main Street The second was set up by Gullotta House, which helps Westchester County residents facing hardship with more than $9,000 raised on the first and close to $2,000 for the second as of noon Wednesday The restaurant, a classic American tavern inspired by seasonal, local produce, has been a Tarrytown staple since 2010. The owners also own Eatarry next door No one was injured in Tuesday's four-alarm early morning fire at 27 Main Street but the blaze damaged the building and shut down a stretch of the thoroughfare for hours Rosinsky gave kudos to the fire department who was able to contain the blaze Tarrytown Fire Department said the fire started around 5 a.m The fire spread to all three floors of the building including two apartments above the restaurant which sustained significant damage Reads the Gullotta post: "The residents of the building and employees of Tarry Tavern will also need assistance during this time Tarry Tavern is a strong Gullotta House partner and has provided meals and support for food insecurities in the local area We are no know this loss will be deeply felt by many." started the GoFundMe unbeknownst to the couple "Aside from sweeping the sidewalk last night and help putting up boards I felt like I needed to do something else," he said The community has responded in droves with an outpouring of support and comments on social media More: Mast Market is back in Westchester with larger menu, farm store feel "Henry and Ana ran a class act establishment with excellent food and ambiance," said Tarrytown resident Pamela Blank "Their kindness and contributions to the community went above and beyond My thoughts and wishes for their resolve to rebuild and continue their contributions to the community." a Tarrytown resident for 26 years: "Tarry Tavern and its owners Henry and Ana are an everyday part of our lives as Tarrytown locals "We've seen their kids grow up at Tarry Tavern and Eatarry But the one thing I know is that our Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow community will come through for them and their tenants executive director of the Sleepy Hollow Tarrytown Chamber of Commerce in a note to Chamber members: "We are a strong and resilient community and we know that Tarry Tavern will rebuild with the support of their friends is open and is one way people can support the family 2024 at 2:31 am ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}New Year’s Eve is fast approaching NY — Westchester County is always a happening place on New Year's Eve and much less of a headache than heading to NYC to celebrate Here is a look at some of the events happening on Dec 31 in Tarrytown and throughout Westchester County: who made promises to return borrowed items and repay debts at the beginning of the new year which was in mid-March when they planted their crops the pagan gods would grant them favor in the coming year Many secular New Year's resolutions focus on imagining new The failure rate of New Year’s resolutions is about 80 percent but a big one is they're made out of remorse — for gaining weight for example — and aren’t accompanied by a shift in attitude or a plan for coping with the stress and discomfort that comes with changing a habit or condition Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. 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A 77-year-old woman is dead after an early Thursday fire in Tarrytown Firefighters and emergency responders removed the woman from inside the entry way of a Martling Avenue home and tried to resuscitate her but she succumbed to her injuries and died The woman's identity was not yet made available to The Journal News Firefighters quickly brought the fire under control The fire's cause remains under investigation Tarrytown police received a call at about 12:15 a.m from residents at 225 and 223 Martling Ave Police then notified Westchester County Fire Control and Greenburgh paramedics responded to the scene Fire Chief Frank Morabito in the release credited the quick response by the firefighting personnel and other responding departments that helped contain the fire from further spreading to other homes The largely east-west Martling Avenue runs from Benedict Avenue to Martling's easternmost intersection with Prospect Avenue A number of the residences on Martling Avenue appear to be condominiums That dream you’ve had of owning a piece of heaven can finally come true That’s the asking price of a century-old stone castle-like mansion once owned by Father Divine founder of the International Peace Mission movement who referred to the Tarrytown estate as “heaven.”  The manor perched atop a hill on Carriage Trail in the exclusive gated community of Greystone on Hudson is listed by the HCH Team at Julia B The three-story mansion was built in 1926 by real estate mogul Alexander Maximilian Bing when Father Divine purchased the then-70-acre estate for $36,000 in cash The estate was described as “situated … atop the highest hill in Tarrytown and commanding a panoramic view of the Hudson River and parts of four States” by The New York Times The leader of the predominantly Black congregation and his staff relocated to the turreted manor much to the chagrin of the Duchess de Talleyrand (daughter of railroad magnate Jay Gould) According to Mark Donovan’s blog on Gilded Age Hudson Valley estates the International Peace Mission owned the estate until 1986 The original 70 acres has since been subdivided with the mansion now sitting on 5.56 acres CEO of American Sports Entertainment Company which owns and operates ice rinks nationwide sunken living room with fireplace and chandelier Even in a neighborhood of multimillion-dollar mansions “Their home is the only home in the development that has its own carriage house,” said Beth Hargraves of the HCH Team two- bath carriage house with a five-bay garage.” It’s also the only property with its own gated entrance besides Greystone on Hudson’s front entryway “It was built on the highest point of the development and is the only home there with unobstructed views of the Hudson River from the Tappan Zee Bridge to the New York City skyline,” Hargraves added Recent owners have added a family room off the kitchen and enclosed an open porch near the poolside to create a family room with a full bath There is no homeowners fee because the mansion was on the property when the Greystone community sprung up around it Any changes to the exterior have been matched with the original stone The home has updated sewer and water lines “The uniqueness of its location within this gated community is unparalleled to anything else,” Haley said It’s in the area where at one time all the robber barons had all their properties The current owners added this beautiful fire pit — you feel like you’re looking at the world You can go home and you’re living a vacation.”  And every room has a view of the Hudson.”  The property is suitable for use as a retreat or as a single-family or extended-family home The price was reduced to $5.49 million from $6.99 million last year RiverJournalOnline is the online publication of River Journal and River Journal North No part of River Journal or River Journal North including photos ads and text may be reproduced without the written consent of the Publisher Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 221 • Comments: 1 The death of a 34-year-old woman at Franklin Towers in Tarrytown is being investigated as a suicide According to the Tarrytown Police Department a female from Brooklyn jumped from the roof at 50 White Street on Wednesday Emergency responders were on scene and rushed the victim to the Westchester County Medical Center “Our thoughts and prayers are with the victim’s family and friends,” police stated in a Facebook post “It serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health support and awareness If anyone suffering from mental illness needs assistance there are crisis lines and support networks available Whether you’re facing mental health struggles or just need someone to talk to counselors are available by calling 988.” Published 2 months ago2m ago • Bookmarks: 135 • Comments: 1 A ribbon cutting ceremony was held last week for 62 Main in Tarrytown a $54 million development that transformed the former YMCA of Tarrytown into 109 affordable apartments “It’s a project that really fits into the community,” said William Balter President of Wilder Balter Partners Development “This development was born out of a collaboration among community members county and state stakeholders and several financial partners We could not be happier with the results.” All 23 tenants who lived in the units at the facility prior to the construction remained in the development and will continue to pay no greater than 30 percent of their household income towards their rent Balter said tenants in studio apartments pay $820 a month with utilities One-bedroom units run between $800 and $2,000 per month “It’s an amazingly affordable building,” Balter said at the March 6 event said finding 62 Main was a godsend for her and her husband who were experiencing financial hardship I believe in a higher power and they place people like you,” she said to Balter Eighty-eight of the apartments are reserved for seniors aged 55 and older Three thousand people entered a lottery for the apartments which received site plan approval from Tarrytown in less than a year was supported by $10.1 million in loans from the Tarrytown Housing Fund – a fund of the Housing Action Council The project obtained a 30-year Payment In Lieu of Taxes Agreement with the Town of Greenburgh and Tarrytown “Everyone agrees there’s not enough housing,” said New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas “These projects are not easy to get through communities Thank you Tarrytown for opening your arms to affordable housing.” Published 4 months ago4m ago • Bookmarks: 213 the Tarrytown Board of Trustees appointed a replacement for outgoing Village Justice Kyle McGovern who has presided in village court for 21 years is taking his gavel to the New York State Supreme Court in the 9th Judicial District in 2025 after winning one of five available seats on Election Day The 9th Judicial District encompasses five counties—Westchester a region with more than one million registered voters 16 to appoint Noah Sorkin of Chappaqua at an hourly rate of $65 will serve a minimum probationary period of 12 weeks and a maximum probationary period of one year Sorkin graduated from Scarsdale High School and also serves as a town justice in New Castle Criminal Court is held every Wednesday morning in Tarrytown Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 287 Tarrytown Trustee Robert Hoyt was honored Monday by his colleagues during his final board meeting after serving 18 years officially had a day named after him in recognition of his contributions not only as a trustee but also as a volunteer firefighter and ambulance corps member I enjoyed sitting here and always working together as a village Tarrytown is the jewel of the Hudson Valley It always has been and it always will be.” an As­so­ci­ate Di­rec­tor at Re­gen­eron Phar­ma­ceu­ti­cals in Tar­ry­town Hoyt worked alongside three different mayors: Drew Fixell “I wish the current board continued success,” he said There are a lot of people behind the scenes.” Brown praised Hoyt for his community involvement and leadership calling him “just a great guy and a good friend.” “Everything Bobby does is towards this community Trustee Paul Rinaldi said Hoyt was “one of the good guys.” “You have really been a role model,” Rinaldi said A stretch of Tarrytown's Main Street that was closed for hours by a fire Tuesday has reopened The fire happened in a building that contains Tarry Tavern and apartments damaged the ground-floor restaurant and spreading to all three floors which included second- and third-floor apartments "At the end of the day, we are pleased to report there are no injuries. It also saddens us as members of the community to see many without homes and a great business that has suffered loss. Please keep our neighbors in your thoughts during this time,” Tarrytown Fire Department posted on its Facebook page. Fire and emergency personnel converged from around the Lower Hudson Valley -- from Nyack across the river to Port Chester on Connecticut's border to northern Westchester's Croton-on-Hudson and Ossining Tarrytown police said Main Street was blocked off as nearly 100 firefighters worked to knock down walls put out the blaze and prevent the fire’s spread Police and firefighters helped evacuate the building A stretch of Main Street was closed for hours from where it meets busy Broadway to North Washington Street Route 9 also saw traffic delays as a result owner of Mint Premium Foods nearby on Main Street said she was asleep when her phone "blew up" early Tuesday — an "extraordinary" response from neighbors and on social media who wanted to let her know something was happening and check in with her to see if everything was alright "Another great reason to live in Tarrytown," Jarane said of the effort to reach out Jarane didn't know which building was affected when she set out for Main Street and arrived at her business at about 6:30 a.m Jarane said she and others are "devastated" for the owners of Tarry Tavern "No one was hurt— that's number-one," she said adding "we're all in this day in and day out." Several Main Street businesses are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, Jarane noted, particularly since the Tarrytown Halloween Parade was held on Saturday. (The Journal News reported that about 10,000 people came to town for the parade). One firefighter was examined for smoke inhalation adding: "Thankfully — that time of the morning "Everything worked out well — I mean there's damage but that can be repaired," Derivan said (This story was updated to add new information.) This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Published 3 months ago3m ago • Bookmarks: 477 A current principal in Tarrytown is being promoted to an administrative role in the district next school year principal at Washington Irving Elementary School for the past year was chosen to fill the position of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction “I feel incredibly honored and excited to step into the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction role I am eager to lead efforts that promote meaningful learning experiences and equitable opportunities for all,” O’Grady said “While I will truly miss the daily connections with our amazing students I look forward to continuing to serve this community with dedication and enthusiasm.” O’Grady joined the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns in 2012 as a staff developer at Washington Irving she was appointed as the District Math Coordinator for grades K-12 a position she served in for three years before returning to Washington Irving Elementary as Assistant Principal in July 2019 “My experience as a building leader has prepared me to lead with vision I’ve learned the value of building relationships and navigating challenges—skills I’ll bring to this new role to serve the entire district community,” O’Grady said “I hope to achieve a district-wide culture where equity is at the heart of everything we do from curriculum design to instructional practices I want to support educators in creating engaging and inclusive learning opportunities that prepare all students to thrive in an ever-changing world.” O’Grady holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Childhood Education a Masters’ of Science in Literacy Education and a professional certificate in educational leadership She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree in Educational Leadership Sharon O’Grady has done great work while at Washington Irving and I believe the opportunity for the district to leverage her talents to impact all students is something we are excited to embrace,” said Dr Superintendent of the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns 2024 at 10:48 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Tarrytown was among five New York Main Streets to make the top ten NY — Hudson Valley villages have begun to look like Christmas cards but just one in our region was named among America's favorite Christmas shopping destinations in a just released new survey Present.com carried out a survey of 3,000 respondents to uncover the best Main Streets for Christmas shopping in America where you can find everything from boutique stores and artisan shops to historic storefronts Tarrytown was among five New York Main Streets to make the top ten "Tarrytown's historic Main Street simply oozes small-town charm but with a sophisticated side," the study's authors said breathtaking views of the Hudson River further add to the overall experience." The other New York towns and villages in the top ten included Aurora "Main streets are the heart and soul of communities especially during the holiday season," said Sanjit Sandhu of Present.com "Our survey highlights the many charming and unique main streets across the country all of which offer a memorable shopping experience for the holidays that simply can't be replicated These main streets remind us to support local businesses as we make holiday memories that last a lifetime." The survey also explored how far shoppers are willing to travel The most common answer (40 percent) was up to one hour Just 12 percent were willing to travel four hours or more and 10 percent were willing to travel two to four hours There's nothing like fall in Tarrytown From seasonal spookiness in Sleepy Hollow to the crisp fall air at the Riverwalk is one of the best places to celebrate autumn Read on for a list of things to do in and around Tarrytown this September If you don't see an event that you feel should be on this list please email arivera@lohud.com or afontones@lohud.com Add your event to our community calendar, and view more area things to do by clicking here If you've ever been tempted to enter a cemetery after dark Tour the grounds that are the final resting place of famous New Yorkers such as Washington Irving Andrew Carnegie and William Rockefeller — after sunset If you're looking for a bit more thrills this fall, check out the Murder and Mayhem tour. According to the cemetery website "The true stories on this two-hour lantern tour are so grim Subject matter may not be appropriate for visitors under the age of 18 Advance tickets are required for both two-hour tours through the historic Sleepy Hollow Cemetery If a graveyard at night just gives you the heebie jeebies, daytime tours are also available October and November dates to be announced More info: sleepyhollowcemetery.org/walking-tours a three-mile swim across the river from Nyack to Sleepy Hollow will challenge swimmers while supporting local charities such as Feeding Westchester Registration includes bus transport to Nyack breakfast and a buoy (safety buoys are required) Cost: $300 ($200 of this fee goes toward fundraising for local charities) More info: runsignup.com/Race/NY/SleepyHollow/TheLighthouseSwimsleepyhollow or thelighthouseswim.org The 20th anniversary celebration of the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze kicks off spooky season in Lower Hudson Valley on Friday the 13th Check out glowing displays made up of thousands of lit jack-o'-lanterns and enjoy new additions including the Sleepy Hollow Twilight Village and the Gourd & Goblet Tavern See admission times and dates available online Cost: Standard admission online tickets start at $20 for adults and $20 for children (ages 3-17) Blaze plus Gourd & Goblet combo tickets start at $55 for adults Historic Hudson Valley members can attend for free More info: hudsonvalley.org Read more: Here's how carvers prep thousands of pumpkins every year for Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze Architectural history in Irvington: Tour the Armour-Stiner Octagon HouseTour the historic Armour-Stiner Octagon House in Irvington Learn more about this local landmark with your choice of the Decorative Arts tour When: Select dates in September and October More info: armourstiner.com Dining: 10 Westchester, Rockland restaurants that make you feel like you're on vacation From a coffee shop in Sleepy Hollow that employs and empowers those with special needs, to expertly brewed coffee in a Moka pot with a Dominican twist there are so many options for your caffeine fix that don't come from a chain Check out these cafes in Tarrytown and nearby: For a longer list of new shops to score a cafecito in Westchester, check out this story from lohud food writer Jeanne Muchnick WBP Development LLC continues answering questions raised by the Village of Tarrytown and tweaking plans for its redevelopment of Franklin Courts the housing project owned by the Tarrytown Municipal Housing Authority the housing authority chose WBP Development co-founded by William Balter and Robert Wilder Jr. to handle redevelopment of Franklin Courts WBP is seeking site plan approval for the demolition of existing buildings and the construction of 90 new affordable rental units with 161 parking spaces and related infrastructure improvements There would be two four-story buildings with 33 units in each along with two townhome-style buildings with 12 apartments in each The Tarrytown Planning Board was expected to take up the development again at its Dec 23 meeting and review new submissions from Insite Engineering The submissions include plans for dealing with steep slopes on the property and a stormwater pollution management plan senior principal engineer of Insite Engineering advised the board that the developer is working with their lighting manufacturer on an updated lighting plan for the site The development parcel consists of about 7.4 acres of land owned by the Housing Authority and about an acre of village-owned land The site is off of Franklin Street in an M-3 (Multi-Family Residence) zoning district At present the Housing Authority has 70-units of multi-family housing there Insite describes the proposed redevelopment as including the removal of the existing buildings and then the construction of the townhouse style multi-family buildings and construction of the two 33-unit multi-family buildings There also would be new a access driveway and parking recreation areas including an updated playground The latest plans include some disturbance of steep slopes at the development site The developer takes the position that there would be no feasible alternative that would allow the modernization of the current residences at the site without some steep slopes disturbance It says its plan minimizes the disturbance of steep slopes to the maximum extent practical Insite Engineering notes in its stormwater pollution prevention plan that storm water runoff generally drains toward the Metro North Railroad and that an existing village stormwater runoff system that runs through the property would be rerouted due to retaining walls being added as part of the new construction A timetable that had been suggested for the project once approvals were in place included a start of construction in September of 2025 and completion in the summer of 2028 This page is available to subscribers. 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Trending Westchester Published 4 weeks ago4w ago • Bookmarks: 214 Two teams from the local TNT basketball program were recently honored by the Tarrytown Board of Trustees for their championship seasons “We have a little March Madness of our own here with our basketball program,” Tarrytown Mayor Karen Brown said proudly at the March 17 board meeting The TNT basketball program is supported by Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow and the Tarrytown Union Free School District and is run by dedicated volunteers “This is what it’s all about—the youth of our community,” said John Sutherland Earning division championships this year in the Tri-County Basketball League were the Fifth Grade Girls squad Joe Good and Kevin Brown were also recognized by trustees for their efforts