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New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle
New Coffee, Smoothie Shop Celebrates Opening In New Rochelle Coffee lovers and foodies have a new spot to check out in Westchester, where a fresh cafe just opened its doors with a celebration.  Cafe Haven at Stella, located in the lobby of the Stella Luxury Apartments at 10 Lecount Place, hosted its official ribbon cutting on Friday, May 9, at 2 p.m., the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce announced.  The cafe offers freshly brewed coffee, made-to-order sandwiches, cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and more. Those with sugar cravings can also enjoy the eatery's Dubai chocolate sweet treats.  View this post on Instagram…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Man Slashed From Ear To Mouth In New Rochelle: Suspect Confesses At Grand Central, Police Say Man Slashed From Ear To Mouth In New Rochelle: Suspect Confesses At Grand Central, Police Say Man Slashed From Ear To Mouth In New Rochelle: Suspect Confesses At Grand Central, Police Say
Man Slashed From Ear To Mouth In New Rochelle: Suspect Confesses At Grand Central, Police Say A man suffered a severe facial injury that required 60 stitches in a Westchester slashing, and police say the suspect later turned himself in—pocketknife in hand—at Grand Central Station.  The incident began just before 7 p.m. on Monday, April 28, when New Rochelle Police officers responded to Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital after a 34-year-old male walked in with a deep laceration running from near his ear to his mouth, the department announced on Tuesday, April 29. According to police, the victim required around 60 stitches, but was uncooperative and refused to provide details about…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Bullet Goes Through Both Of Man's Arms In New Rochelle Shooting: Police Seek Suspect, Witnesses Bullet Goes Through Both Of Man's Arms In New Rochelle Shooting: Police Seek Suspect, Witnesses Bullet Goes Through Both Of Man's Arms In New Rochelle Shooting: Police Seek Suspect, Witnesses
Bullet Goes Through Both Of Man's Arms In New Rochelle Shooting: Police Seek Suspect, Witnesses A man was shot in both arms in Westchester, prompting police to seek help from the public in identifying the shooter.  The shooting happened in New Rochelle around 10:45 p.m. on Friday, April 25, when officers were alerted to a report of a male shot near 360 Main St. The caller believed the wounded individual had fled into a nearby residence at 361 Main St., New Rochelle Police announced on Tuesday, April 29. While officers searched the area, police were notified by Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital that a 21-year-old city resident had walked into the emergency room with a gunshot wound…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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$45K Heist: Victims Escape Duct Tape Attack In New Rochelle Armed Robbery, Suspects At Large $45K Heist: Victims Escape Duct Tape Attack In New Rochelle Armed Robbery, Suspects At Large $45K Heist: Victims Escape Duct Tape Attack In New Rochelle Armed Robbery, Suspects At Large
$45K Heist: Victims Escape Duct Tape Attack In New Rochelle Armed Robbery, Suspects At Large Police are investigating a violent overnight robbery in Westchester where victims were held at gunpoint and robbed of luxury goods worth tens of thousands of dollars. The incident happened around 2:50 a.m. on Monday, April 28, when New Rochelle Police responded to a report of a robbery in progress at 130 Pelham Rd., the department announced. A witness called authorities after hearing and seeing suspicious activity that appeared to be an ongoing robbery. When officers arrived, they saw a White Ford F-150 Lightning speed away from the scene. Although officers tried to pursue the vehicle…

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by Ben Crnic
Eastchester, NY
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Chase Ends In Crash: Suspects Flee To Shopping Center, Boat Dock In Eastchester, Police Say Chase Ends In Crash: Suspects Flee To Shopping Center, Boat Dock In Eastchester, Police Say Chase Ends In Crash: Suspects Flee To Shopping Center, Boat Dock In Eastchester, Police Say
Chase Ends In Crash: Suspects Flee To Shopping Center, Boat Dock In Eastchester, Police Say A high-speed chase involving a stolen vehicle ended in a dramatic foot pursuit and multiple arrests in Westchester after the car crashed and suspects scattered across the neighborhood, police said.  The incident began around 11:45 a.m. on Monday, April 21, when Eastchester Police were alerted about a vehicle stolen out of Mount Vernon. The car had fled from Mount Vernon Police and was spotted heading north on White Plains Road into Bronxville, the Eastchester Police Department said in an announcement on Wednesday, April 23.  Eastchester officers found the vehicle near Leewood Driv…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Late-Night Fire Engulfs Vehicles, Threatens Train Tracks In New Rochelle Late-Night Fire Engulfs Vehicles, Threatens Train Tracks In New Rochelle Late-Night Fire Engulfs Vehicles, Threatens Train Tracks In New Rochelle
Late-Night Fire Engulfs Vehicles, Threatens Train Tracks In New Rochelle A fast-moving blaze involving multiple vehicles tore through an outdoor storage area in Westchester, forcing train slowdowns and triggering a second-alarm response, firefighters said.  The fire broke out justr after midnight on Monday, April 21, in the west end of New Rochelle, spreading quickly and creating dangerous conditions due to numerous fuel sources in the area, according to the New Rochelle Fire Department.  Crews arrived to find flames moving rapidly through storage lots near the train tracks. The MTA shut down traffic on the closest track and imposed a slowdown on three…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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New Sushi Restaurant Opening In New Rochelle: Here's When New Sushi Restaurant Opening In New Rochelle: Here's When New Sushi Restaurant Opening In New Rochelle: Here's When
New Sushi Restaurant Opening In New Rochelle: Here's When Sushi lovers in Westchester will soon be able to indulge in a curated, high-end omakase experience that will soon open a new location in the county.  Sushi by Boū, which will be located in New Rochelle at 40 Westchester Pl. inside The Atelier, is set to open on Friday, May 2 and will be the latest expansion for the fast-growing hospitality group simplevenue, which has launched 23 venues across the country since 2017 under brands like Sushi by Boū, Sushi Suite, Omakaseed, and Fins and Scales.  Inspired by Japanese sushi counters and elevated with modern flair, Sushi by Boū wil…

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by Ben Crnic
Yonkers, NY
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Major HazMat Operation To Be Held At Cross County Center In Yonkers: Here's When Major HazMat Operation To Be Held At Cross County Center In Yonkers: Here's When Major HazMat Operation To Be Held At Cross County Center In Yonkers: Here's When
Major HazMat Operation To Be Held At Cross County Center In Yonkers: Here's When Firefighters will showcase their full hazardous materials response capabilities during an upcoming large-scale deployment drill at the Cross County Shopping Center.  Running from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, the exercise will bring together a wide array of specialized equipment, interagency partners, and tactical scenarios designed to prepare first responders for real-world emergencies involving hazardous substances, the Yonkers Fire Department said on Tuesday, April 15.  During the drill, the Yonkers Fire Department will deploy all of its HazMat resources, including…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Drug Lab In Hotel: Cocaine, Scales Found In Suspect's New Rochelle Storage Unit, Cops Say Drug Lab In Hotel: Cocaine, Scales Found In Suspect's New Rochelle Storage Unit, Cops Say Drug Lab In Hotel: Cocaine, Scales Found In Suspect's New Rochelle Storage Unit, Cops Say
Drug Lab In Hotel: Cocaine, Scales Found In Suspect's New Rochelle Storage Unit, Cops Say A suspicious hotel room fire in Westchester that initially led police to a clandestine drug lab has now uncovered a much larger drug manufacturing and distribution operation, authorities announced.  The investigation began on Sunday, April 6, when emergency crews responded to a fire on the 7th floor of the Marriott Residence Inn at 35 LeCount Pl. in New Rochelle around 9:19 p.m. Although the hotel’s fire suppression system controlled the blaze, it caused extensive flooding throughout the floor, as Daily Voice reported.    Inside the room where the fire started, officers …

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Popular Chain Opens New Locale In New Rochelle: Here's How To Get Free Tacos Popular Chain Opens New Locale In New Rochelle: Here's How To Get Free Tacos Popular Chain Opens New Locale In New Rochelle: Here's How To Get Free Tacos
Popular Chain Opens New Locale In New Rochelle: Here's How To Get Free Tacos Get ready, taco lovers—The Taco Project is officially opening the doors to its sixth location in a Westchester city, and the community is invited to join the fiesta.  The new Taco Project at 596 North Ave. in New Rochelle will hold a grand opening hosted by the city's Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, April 15 at 10:45 a.m.  This marks the sixth location for owners Nick Mesce, Sebastian Aliberti, and Carmelo Milio, and one of their largest to date, offering both on-street and garage parking for customers.  Known for its fresh and flavorful menu featuring tacos, burritos, …

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Nearly 100 Grams Of Cocaine, MDMA, Scales, Gun Found In New Rochelle Traffic Stop: Police Nearly 100 Grams Of Cocaine, MDMA, Scales, Gun Found In New Rochelle Traffic Stop: Police Nearly 100 Grams Of Cocaine, MDMA, Scales, Gun Found In New Rochelle Traffic Stop: Police
Nearly 100 Grams Of Cocaine, MDMA, Scales, Gun Found In New Rochelle Traffic Stop: Police A routine traffic stop in Westchester led to the arrest of a Bronx man and the discovery of loaded firearms, cocaine, MDMA pills, and drug distribution materials, police announced. The arrest happened around 6:35 p.m. on Sunday, April 6, when officers on patrol stopped a vehicle traveling southbound on Memorial Highway in New Rochelle. Officers pulled the car over after seeing that the windows were tinted beyond legal limits, New Rochelle Police Captain J. Collins Coyne said on Monday, April 8.  The driver, 44-year-old Aldo Nunez of the Bronx, was the only one in the vehicle. While spe…

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by Ben Crnic
New Rochelle, NY
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Rape Suspect Caught After Detectives Pose As Young Girl In New Rochelle: Police Rape Suspect Caught After Detectives Pose As Young Girl In New Rochelle: Police Rape Suspect Caught After Detectives Pose As Young Girl In New Rochelle: Police
Rape Suspect Caught After Detectives Pose As Young Girl In New Rochelle: Police A 21-year-old man faces a rape charge following an undercover sting operation in Westchester involving detectives posing as a teenage girl he had been trying to engage in sexual activity with, police said.   Alejandro Choflet of New Rochelle was arrested following the operation, which the New Rochelle Police Department conducted, Captain J. Collins Coyne announced on Monday, April 7. According to the department, on Saturday, April 5, the department received a report from a 15-year-old girl who reported that she had been involved in an intimate relationship with Choflet. …

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