Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley
Man Claims $1M Powerball Prize From Winning Ticket: Here's Where He Bought It In Hudson Valley A Westchester man secured the win of a lifetime after claiming a $1 million Powerball prize.  Mamaroneck resident Thomas Lombardo claimed the million-dollar second prize after matching the first five Powerball numbers drawn on Sunday, Nov. 19, New York Lottery officials announced.  The winning numbers for that drawing were 03 19 21 40 48 with a Powerball number of 02.  After giving up the required tax withholdings, Lombardo received a one-time lump sum payment of $651,002, officials said.  As for where the winning ticket was bought, officials revealed th…
Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Hudson Valley Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Hudson Valley
Comedian Kathy Griffin Set To Perform Stand-Up Show In Hudson Valley Comedian Kathy Griffin will swing through New York on her second US tour since being “canceled” in the wake of her infamous photo scandal. The 63-year-old Emmy winner is set to perform two shows in the Empire State as part of her new stand-up tour, “My Life on the PTSD List.” Griffin will first play in Westchester County, at Tarrytown’s Music Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 22. After that she’ll appear on Long Island, at Huntington’s Paramount theater at 7 p.m. on Sunday, March 24. It marks the second major US tour for Griffin since she was all but blacklisted from the entertainment in…
NY Native Lindsay Lohan's Dad 'Pissed' Over New 'Mean Girls' Joke About Her, Report Says NY Native Lindsay Lohan's Dad 'Pissed' Over New 'Mean Girls' Joke About Her, Report Says
NY Native Lindsay Lohan's Dad 'Pissed' Over New 'Mean Girls' Joke About Her, Report Says When it comes to how far he’d go to defend his famous daughter, for Michael Lohan the limit does not exist. Actress Lindsay Lohan’s father is on the warpath following the release of a new musical adaptation of her 2004 hit “Mean Girls.” On Tuesday, Jan. 16, Mr. Lohan told TMZ that he’s “pissed” over a scene in the reboot that appears to reference an old clip of music manager Brandon Davis referring to his daughter as “a fire crotch.” Earlier Report: Lindsay Lohan, Long Island Native, Welcomes First Child Davis and Lohan were rumored to have briefly dated in 2006. In the new film, …
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Great Menu' New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Great Menu'
New Hudson Valley Restaurant Cited For 'Great Menu' Sushi and hibachi dinner fans will want to check out the newest Asian fusion restaurant known for its great menu to hit the Hudson Valley. Tomo Asian Fusion, located in Dutchess County in the Eastdale Village Town Center in Poughkeepsie has been getting a growing list of five-star reviews for its food, service, and drinks. Opened October 2023, the restaurant features a fun, lively environment in both the dining room and the bar area, according to Yelpers and local foodies. Gary R., who was one of the first to visit the newly opening restaurant had this to say: "I went to Tomo for the …
Food Network 'Chopped' Chef At Helm Of New Hudson Valley Restaurant Food Network 'Chopped' Chef At Helm Of New Hudson Valley Restaurant
Food Network 'Chopped' Chef At Helm Of New Hudson Valley Restaurant A new Hudson Valley restaurant features eclectic New American cuisine in a relaxed setting with a Food Network "Chopped" chef at the helm. The Dining Room in Rockland County in Blauvelt, at 135 East Erie St., is a stylish but casual 65-seat restaurant, that includes a full-service bar, and offers dinner nightly and brunch on weekends. Executive Chef Gregory Stott, whom guests can see in action through a large glass restaurant-front window, specializes in New American, Northern Italian, and French fine-dining cuisine.  “At The Dining Room, I’m not married to a singl…
Harvard Grad Student Becomes First Active Military Member Crowned Miss America Harvard Grad Student Becomes First Active Military Member Crowned Miss America
Harvard Grad Student Becomes First Active Military Member Crowned Miss America A graduate student at Harvard has made history as the first active duty member of the military to be crowned Miss America. Madison Marsh, who is working on her master's degree in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School and currently a graduate intern with Harvard Medical School, was crowned on Sunday, Jan. 14. She is also the reigning Miss Colorado.  The 22-year-old graduated from the United States Air Force Academy with a degree in physics in 2023, according to her pageant bio. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Ameri…
Top-Prize Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $18K Sold At This Hudson Valley Deli Top-Prize Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $18K Sold At This Hudson Valley Deli
Top-Prize Winning Lottery Ticket Worth Over $18K Sold At This Hudson Valley Deli A lucky lottery player won a sum of nearly $19,000 after buying a winning ticket at a Northern Westchester diner, officials announced. A top-prize-winning Take 5 ticket worth $18,911 was sold for the midday drawing on Tuesday, Jan. 9 at a business in Millwood, New York Lottery officials announced.  The business was identified as the Country Deli located at 74 Millwood Rd. The winner's name, though, was not released by officials.  Those who want to try their luck at the game should know that drawings are televised twice daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Prizes of any amount c…
Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode
Unsolved Murder Of Postal Worker In Hudson Valley Is Focus Of National Crime Podcast Episode The unsolved stabbing death of a 36-year-old postal worker at a Westchester residence is the subject of the latest episode of a weekly national true crime audio podcast series.  The newest episode of the true crime podcast "APB Cold Case," released on Wednesday, Jan. 10, focuses on the 2007 murder of 36-year-old Stephen Spina in Mamaroneck, which remains unsolved.  Earlier Report - Daughter Searches For Answers 10 Years After Father's Murder In Mamaroneck During the episode, listeners will get to hear from the case detective currently leading the investigation into…
Yowza: NY Man Claims $10M Lottery Prize Yowza: NY Man Claims $10M Lottery Prize
Yowza: NY Man Claims $10M Lottery Prize An incredibly lucky New York man is starting the new year off with a much fatter bank account. Long Island resident Mack Peoples, of Brentwood, claimed a top prize on the “$10,000 A Week For Life” scratch-off game, New York Lottery announced. The ticket guarantees a minimum payout of $10 million. Peoples opted to take a single lump sum payment totaling $4,224,667 after paying taxes. He snagged his golden ticket at a 7-Eleven store located in Bay Shore, at 1375 Brentwood Road. As of Friday, there were still two top prizes remaining on the “$10,000 A Week For Life” ticket. Players can che…
Hudson Valley Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals Hudson Valley Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals
Hudson Valley Pizza Joint The 'Go To' Spot For Locals Sometimes you just have to have a piece of pizza that you know will be the same time after time and can just taste the cheeses and sauces oozing in your mouth as you head out the door. In Orange County, that spot for locals is Colandrea Pizza King on Route 211 E. in Middletown. As Diane S. says on Yelp: "This is my go-to pizza restaurant in Middletown. Every Pizza, Every Slice is delicious! I order through the Slice App. Every pizza has been PERFECTION! Yeah, I've tried other restaurants and their toppings were stingy. Colandrea rocks!!!!"  Open since 1980, Colandrea is not a fancy pl…
Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests
Talk Show Filming In Region Searches For Guests Have an issue that needs to be sorted out? You could get paid to do it on TV – and meet an iconic television host. “Karamo Show,” hosted by Karamo Brown of Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” is in search of its next guests for filming in Connecticut, in the city of Stamford. In a casting call posted to the audition site Backstage, the show says it’s looking for people going through a tough time who need help and advice – think estranged relationships, a betrayal between friends, etc. “There is no doubt that if you come into this with an open mind and heart and want to share your story, you’ll leave…
Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Hudson Valley Restaurant Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Hudson Valley Restaurant
Comedian Susie Essman Dines At Hudson Valley Restaurant A popular Hudson Valley restaurant had a big-time TV comedian stop by for dinner, and well, we hope a laugh or two. Susie Essman, known for her yelling and high jinks with Larry David on "Curb Your Enthusiasm," on Max made a stop in Orange County at II Fresco in Orangeburg on Wednesday, Jan. 3. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Frank Garritano (@ilfresconewyork) Owner Frank Garritano was quick to post her visit to Instagram and commented on how the show was one of his family's favorite shows. No word on if she yelled at Garritano,…