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Students take pulse of river at 17th Annual Hudson River Fact Finding Day
Students take pulse of river at 17th Annual Hudson River Fact Finding Day
About 5,500 students are participating in the program, and it's happening in about 100 locations up and down the river.
About 5,500 students are participating in the program, and it's happening in about 100 locations up and down the river.
About 5,500 students are participating in the program, and it's happening in about 100 locations up and down the river.About 5,500 students are participating in the program, and it's happening in about 100 locations up and down the river.Wicked weather uproots 100-year-old tree in Sleepy Hollow
Wicked weather uproots 100-year-old tree in Sleepy Hollow
Nick Kaluk says a big gust of wind and torrential rain caused a 100-year-old Red Oak tree to crashing down onto their property on Hemlock Drive.
Nick Kaluk says a big gust of wind and torrential rain caused a 100-year-old Red Oak tree to crashing down onto their property on Hemlock Drive.
Nick Kaluk says a big gust of wind and torrential rain caused a 100-year-old Red Oak tree to crashing down onto their property on Hemlock Drive.Nick Kaluk says a big gust of wind and torrential rain caused a 100-year-old Red Oak tree to crashing down onto their property on Hemlock Drive.Chopper stages dramatic rescue of hiker who fell 60 feet off cliff
Chopper stages dramatic rescue of hiker who fell 60 feet off cliff
Park officials say the 30-year-old woman fell “into a crevasse next to the cliff face of Gertrude's Nose trail” and was stranded for five hours with back and ankle injuries on Saturday.Park officials say the 30-year-old woman fell “into a crevasse next to the cliff face of Gertrude's Nose trail” and was stranded for five hours with back and ankle injuries on Saturday.Must See Video: Deer swims across Hudson River
Must See Video: Deer swims across Hudson River
Members of the Cortlandt Community Rowing were on water Monday when they saw the deer chugging right across the river.
Members of the Cortlandt Community Rowing were on water Monday when they saw the deer chugging right across the river.
Members of the Cortlandt Community Rowing were on water Monday when they saw the deer chugging right across the river.Members of the Cortlandt Community Rowing were on the water Monday when they saw the deer chugging right across the river.Yonkers community protests Danskammer energy project
Yonkers community protests Danskammer energy project
Yonkers community protests Danskammer energy project
Yonkers community protests Danskammer energy project
A group of protesters are gathering at a fundraiser for Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Yonkers demanding cleaner energy.A group of protesters are gathering at a fundraiser for Gov. Andrew Cuomo in Yonkers demanding cleaner energy.City Council President proposes a "Plastic-Free Yonkers"
City Council President proposes a "Plastic-Free Yonkers"
Legislation by Yonkers' City Council President Mike Khader would require restaurants and stores in the city to provide alternatives to plastic strawsLegislation by Yonkers' City Council President Mike Khader would require restaurants and stores in the city to provide alternatives to plastic strawsEel count provides a window into health of Hudson River
Eel count provides a window into health of Hudson River
Rainy weather didn't stop volunteers from performing an important task on Earth Day -- counting eels in the Hudson River.Rainy weather didn't stop volunteers from performing an important task on Earth Day -- counting eels in the Hudson River.Black mold shuts down Yonkers school
Black mold shuts down Yonkers school
There will be no classes today and Yonkers school officials say the building will be closed until all tests come back negative.
There will be no classes today and Yonkers school officials say the building will be closed until all tests come back negative.
The discovery of black mold has shut down a Yonkers school for the foreseeable future.
The discovery of black mold has shut down a Yonkers school for the foreseeable future.
News 12's Most-Viewed: #3 - Officials issue bobcat warning in Orange County
News 12's Most-Viewed: #3 - Officials issue bobcat warning in Orange County
According to animal control officials, bobcats are common in the county, although sightings are rare.
According to animal control officials, bobcats are common in the county, although sightings are rare.
According to animal control officials, bobcats are common in the county, although sightings are rare.
Mt. Vernon mayor, City Council battle over cleanup of waterways
Mt. Vernon mayor, City Council battle over cleanup of waterways
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Mayor Richard Thomas says City Council members aren't doing enough to clean up local waterways.
Firefighter battles for life after getting flu
Firefighter battles for life after getting flu
A young New City firefighter continues to battle serious complications from the flu.
A young New City firefighter continues to battle serious complications from the flu.
News 12's Most-Viewed: #6 - Earthquake shakes Hudson Valley
News 12's Most-Viewed: #6 - Earthquake shakes Hudson Valley
The Lamont Doherty Geological Observatory says a 2.2-magnitude quake occurred around 6:15 a.m.
The Lamont Doherty Geological Observatory says a 2.2-magnitude quake occurred around 6:15 a.m.
Arctic blast keeps warming centers open
Arctic blast keeps warming centers open
Many communities have opened warming centers for not only the homeless, but also for people whose homes just don’t have enough heat to keep warm.
The arctic blast that has kept temperatures well below freezing across the Hudson Valley is not only uncomfortable but it can be very dangerous, especially for the elderly and little ones.
The arctic blast that has kept temperatures well below freezing across the Hudson Valley is not only uncomfortable but it can be very dangerous, especially for the elderly and little ones.
Cuomo spearheads more aid to Puerto Rico
Cuomo spearheads more aid to Puerto Rico
Gov. Andrew Cuomo was at the Westchester County Airport in Harrison this morning, spearheading the effort to bring much needed supplies to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo was at the Westchester County Airport in Harrison this morning, spearheading the effort to bring much needed supplies to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
Trump says US will abandon global climate accord
Trump says US will abandon global climate accord
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negoti
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negotiate re-entry on better terms.
President Donald Trump said Thursday he was withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris climate agreement, striking a major blow to worldwide efforts to combat climate change and distancing the country from many allies abroad. He said the U.S. would try to negotiate re-entry on better terms.
Coyote spotted in Tappan
Coyote spotted in Tappan
A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
There has been a coyote sighting in Rockland County. A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
There has been a coyote sighting in Rockland County. A viewer sent in a picture to News 12 of coyote walking the streets in Tappan.
Youth baseball program blames city for poor field conditions
Youth baseball program blames city for poor field conditions
While Saturday marked opening day for a Yonkers youth baseball program, several coaches are blaming the city for the poor conditions of their designated field. "The drains are clogged, the city refuses to bring in dirt," said Coach Bill DiFonzo, of Dunwoodie Youth Association. "We can't get the kids on the field." News 12 has been told that Cook Field was not ready for opening day due to a drainage problem that the city has failed to fix. "Nothing is g...
While Saturday marked opening day for a Yonkers youth baseball program, several coaches are blaming the city for the poor conditions of their designated field. "The drains are clogged, the city refuses to bring in dirt," said Coach Bill DiFonzo, of Dunwoodie Youth Association. "We can't get the kids on the field." News 12 has been told that Cook Field was not ready for opening day due to a drainage problem that the city has failed to fix. "Nothing is g...
Tarrytown asks residents to conserve water
Tarrytown asks residents to conserve water
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
Tarrytown village residents and businesses are being urged to immediately reduce their water consumption until further notice.
White Plains H.S. celebrates Earth week
White Plains H.S. celebrates Earth week
White Plains High School is celebrating Earth week by discussing important environmental issues.
White Plains High School is celebrating Earth week by discussing important environmental issues.
Transformer fire knocks out power for hundreds
Transformer fire knocks out power for hundreds
Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads.
A transformer fire in Cortlandt Manor knocked out power for hundreds of homes overnight. Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads. T
A transformer fire in Cortlandt Manor knocked out power for hundreds of homes overnight. Fire officials say the transformer exploded and caught fire around 11 p.m. Wednesday at the corner of Oregon and Pump House roads. T
Yorktown residents rally over reduced wetlands
Yorktown residents rally over reduced wetlands
Dozens rallied outside a Town Hall meeting on Tuesday to protest a proposal that would reduce the number of protected wetlands in the town.
Some Yorktown residents are speaking out about a law that could impact their environment.
Some Yorktown residents are speaking out about a law that could impact their environment.
Baby falcons hatch on Tappan Zee Bridge
Baby falcons hatch on Tappan Zee Bridge
Photos of the chicks have been posted on the official Twitter account documenting the replacement of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
A couple of baby peregrine falcons have been spotted on top of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
A couple of baby peregrine falcons have been spotted on top of the Tappan Zee Bridge.
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Dead dolphin in Mount Vernon raises pollution concerns
Dead dolphin in Mount Vernon raises pollution concerns
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
A dead dolphin found in the Hutchinson River in Mount Vernon has raised questions about water pollution.
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Lawmakers, environmentalists seek to halt Hudson River barge plan
Lawmakers, environmentalists seek to halt Hudson River barge plan
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
Lawmakers and environmentalists say they are taking steps to stop the Coast Guard's plan to put more barges in the Hudson River.
