Rye Police Department released a brief statement on Wednesday in preparation for July 4th, 5th, and 6th fireworks at Playland: “This is the City of Rye Police Department. As a […]
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A New Lieutenant at Rye FD
On Monday morning at City Hall, Firefighter Joseph Ganci was elevated to Lieutenant. The position opened in May after Lieutenant Clyde Pitts was elevated to Captain. The move marks the […]
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Port Chester Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Sexual Assault on Two Teens in Rye
A Port Chester man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the sexual assault of two teenagers in Rye last year. For quiet Rye, the first incident on […]
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Man Arrested for Lewd Act in Rye Town Park
A 51 year old man was arrested for a lewd act in Rye Town Park on Sunday, June 2nd. A woman entered the restroom at 8:00pm on Sunday, June 2nd […]
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Midland Avenue Closure Due to Tractor Trailer Incident
UPDATE (2:30pm Monday): Midland Avenue is clear and open again. Rye PD reported the tractor trailer appeared to be overloaded carrying paint. Rye PD is warning residents to stay away […]
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High Speed Car Chase from Beck Avenue Prompts PD Warning
Rye PD issued a warning Thursday morning about “suspicious activity” at a residence on Beck Avenue, off Forest Avenue. The location is close to Playland Amusement Park and Playland Parkway. […]
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Expanded AED Availability Across Rye City
EMS, the City and the local school district have worked to expand the availability of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) across Rye. The devices are used in cases of sudden death […]
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PHOTOS: FD Local 2029 Union Raises $60K for Charity Cinco de Mayo Event
The Rye FD’s 2029 Local union raised $60,000 for its new non-profit charity arm at the group’s Cinco de Mayo event on Saturday, May 4th at the Shenorock Shore Club. […]
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VIDEO: Rye PD & FD Swift Water Training
Rye FD and PD held a swift water rescue demonstration Saturday morning at the Rye Boat Basin to showcase the departments’ proficiency in water rescue operations. City staff, local elected […]
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A New Captain and Fresh Lieutenant at Rye FD
Rye FD has a new captain. The position has been open since Captain John McDwyer retired last October after 31.5 years of service to the City of Rye. On Friday […]