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Ashley C. Fontones-Pfendt @AshCatFont

Emerging Audience Editor @lohud, @USATODAY Network @gannett... formerly @PoconoRecord, @TCI_newsroom, Descendant of immigrants 🇵🇷 🇺🇦 🇮🇹

Joined April 2016
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Good morning! I want to know, how much do you spend on groceries per week? 🛒🥫I've got a poll going right now - check it out, and see what other folks are saying: bit.ly/49oKt7j
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Will buying houses with #Bitcoin become a thing in NY? bit.ly/47we1yO

Will cryptocurrency become more common in buying Lower Hudson Valley homes? What to know

Cryptocurrency is coming for the real estate market, at least nationally. What's happening in the Hudson Valley?

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New fear unlocked... thankfully no one was hurt after being trapped in this elevator. I put together some tips on what to do should you find yourself in the same situation. Read free on lohud bit.ly/44Rkx0a

Four rescued from Yonkers elevator shaft. What to do if you are trapped in an elevator

Four people were rescued from an elevator shaft at a Yonkers construction site July 16. Here's what steps to take if you are trapped in an elevator.

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OK, these sports trophies are gorgeous... and they're designed by Tiffany & Co. check it out and vote for your favorite! 🏈 🏀 ⚽ bit.ly/3GTH7x5

Here's a look at some of the best sports trophies designed by Tiffany & Co.

After President Trump was told to keep original FIFA Club World Cup trophy, take a look at some other iconic sports glory designed by Tiffany & Co.

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Considering its freezing outside, my day was made when I heard El Gran sampled on @badbunnyfiles new album 🤩 bit.ly/4abMFgH

If you liked Bad Bunny's new album, check out these Puerto Rican artists and legends

Bad Bunny is going back to his Boricua roots. Here's a few Puerto Rican artists to check out if you liked his new album.

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Neighbors set up relief areas in area of Elm Street fire in Mount Vernon bit.ly/3D0SmSp

Mount Vernon fire: Icy roads, bitter winds hinder Elm Street battle

Fire departments from Mount Vernon and other areas are on the scene of a working fire at 42 Elm Street.

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Can Kamala Harris or Donald Trump win the Latino vote? These voters say they need to focus on these issues - bit.ly/3NClD7Q

These Latino voters want Harris, Trump to focus on these key issues to get their support

From What'sApp to Univision, Harris and Trump aim to reach Latino voters. New York Latinos discuss politics and how candidates can really reach them.

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Sweet October! What are you looking forward to most this month? We've got your guide to Fall and Halloween in the Hudson Valley right here (be sure to bookmark it, we are updating weekly!) bit.ly/lohudFall

Your guide to celebrating fall in the Hudson Valley: Pumpkins, Playland and more

There's nothing like fall in New York's Hudson Valley. Here's your guide to celebrating autumn in Westchester, Rockland and beyond.

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Today is the 10 year anniversary of the sniper attack on PA State Police in the Poconos. Do you remember where you were? Do you remember the manhunt that happened after? bit.ly/3zfVqbD

Ten years ago, sniper shootings of two State Police personnel in Pike County rocked area

Ten years ago, a 48-day manhunt began in the Poconos after two Pennsylvania State Police personnel were ambushed and shot, one fatally, by Eric Frein.

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I wrote this column for the 20th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks a few years ago... I chose to stop writing about it after this (and I took a social media break yesterday). The day changed my family's life and trajectory. bit.ly/4gogspi

'Never forget?' Sept. 11 is a day my father would prefer not to remember

My memories of the World Trade Center are murky and vivid at the same time, like a recurring dream you recognize only when it invades your sleep.

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How accurate is the portrayal of kitchen life on The Bear? These NY restaurateurs talk the spot on and the hard to watch bit.ly/3Xq6A5Q

Hudson Valley restaurateurs talk Hulu's 'The Bear': The spot-on, the hard to watch

How accurate is Hulu's 'The Bear' when it comes to life in a restaurant? Westchester, Rockland chefs share their thoughts.

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Here's what NY politicians have had to say at this summer's Republican, Democratic conventions bit.ly/3WVGNlE

See what NY Republicans, Democrats said at national conventions

Key takeaways of what New Yorkers had to say at the Democratic National Convention and at July's Republican National Convention.

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Dreaming of the weekend... check out these ideas for a Hudson Valley staycation bit.ly/3Aveoet

Looking to 'staycation' in Hudson Valley? Consider these Westchester, Rockland spots

Trying to squeeze in one last vacation this summer? Check out our list of Hudson Valley staycation ideas.

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Still got that dog in them! Walter's Hot Dogs turns 105 years young this month. See how they're celebrating bit.ly/46SI5m1

Westchester hot dog institution turns 105: Tradition rules at Walter's Hot Dogs

It's still about the dogs: Celebrate Walter's legacy in Westchester with a hot dog eating contest, reduced prices.

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Rumor has it Jake Paul is currently staying in the Hudson Valley on Petra Island... did he move there? Here's what we found out bit.ly/3X5TuLO

Jake Paul spotted at Massaro House on Petra Island for weekend getaway

Jake Paul, youtuber and boxer known for his controversial videos and fights, posted a video of Carmel Police boats escorting him to Petra Island.

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Everything's better on Broadway... we looked into how to score discount tickets for your favorite shows for NYC's Broadway Week bit.ly/4dkVzct

Here's what you need to know right now about NYC Broadway Week: How, where to get tickets

Tickets went on sale beginning Tuesday. There's a two-ticket minimum per buy for the Broadway Week discount, the city tourism website said.

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If Ernesto sounds familiar, you're right. Here's why hurricanes are sometimes repeats, and how storms get their names in the first place bit.ly/4dCNr7D

How hurricanes and tropical storms get their names: Who names them and why?

Think Hurricane Ernesto sounds familiar? That’s because it is. Here’s how hurricanes get named each year.

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OMG!! Mets shortstop (and music superstar) Jose Iglesias stopped by Playland yesterday, see the performance ... wepa :) bit.ly/4dr4mKg

Jose Iglesias spends Mets day off singing 'OMG' at Rye Playland, meeting fans

Mets infielder Jose Iglesias spent a day off from the baseball diamond, meeting baseball fans at Rye Playland and performing his hit song "OMG"

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Looking to escape from New York? Check out these oceanside spots shore 😏 to please bit.ly/4cwURYJ

Leaving Westchester? These may be best places for pitstops on your road trip away

Looking to get away from the Hudson Valley this weekend? Here's a few places to stop, and where to go when you leave Westchester.

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For me, spooky season starts now. If you're making travel plans with some Halloween flair, might I suggest... THE BLAZE bit.ly/3yyrqr5

Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze tickets on sale now: See details for this year in Croton

Tickets are available now for the Great Jack O'Lantern Blaze.

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