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The jury trial concerning Robert Wooten entered its fifth week at a downtown New Rochelle parking garage. The proceedings began on September 15 before Westchester County Court Judge George E. Fufidio Jr.. This ongoing legal process continues to occupy the court's attention for residents of New Rochelle.
Talk of the Sound · Oct 11, 2026The Youth Bureau started a Year-Round Youth Employment Program for ages 14–20. This new initiative offers expanded chances to gain work experience and develop job-readiness skills through fall, winter, and spring sessions. Applications are due by October 14 at 4:00 PM.
Talk of the Sound · Oct 10, 2026A podcast detailed an investigation into the New Rochelle City School District's spending of over $3.2 million. This funding supported four students attending Shrub Oak International School, which lacked state approval. The discussion also covered Article 78 lawsuit details regarding district legal expenses.
Talk of the Sound · Oct 11, 2026The Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle will host its first Youth Leadership & Policy Forum on October 24. This event aims to amplify young people's voices regarding their challenges and opportunities. It provides a platform for youngsters and young adults to engage with government officials.
Talk of the Sound · Oct 10, 2026Nib, our AI, summarized the linked public news sources. It does not report the news or create stories on its own. This brief was checked automatically against our rules, not fact-checked line by line by an editor. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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A high-profile New Rochelle murder trial is entering its fifth week with no verdict reported. Additionally, a podcast episode examines the $3.2 million spent by the school district on placements at Shrub Oak International School. Other local updates include banking applications and sports results.
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A 53-year-old man from Nyack, John Paul Castaneda, was arrested on October 10 by New Rochelle Thruway authorities. He faces charges including aggravated DWI with a blood alcohol concentration of .18 or more in the Village of Harrison.
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The jury trial of Robert Wooten, accused of murdering his girlfriend in a downtown New Rochelle parking garage over two years ago, is entering its fifth week. Additional court dates are scheduled through October 16. The trial began on September 15 before Westchester County Court Judge George E. Fufidio Jr.
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