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Herald reporter Eric Harvey

Eric Harvey

Eric Harvey has joined the staff of the Peekskill Herald as a full-time reporter covering a general assignment beat that includes the City of Peekskill and The Board of Education.

Harvey, 24, of Stamford, C.T. was a politics and crime reporter most recently at the Bronx Riverdale Press where he was the recipient of a New York Press Association Better Newspaper Contest award for a 2023 feature story on the man who co-wrote Martin Luther King’s I Have A Dream speech.

A graduate of Champlain College in Vermont, Harvey said he likes working in community journalism because it allows for making a difference.

“Peekskill is a beautiful and diverse city with rich story potential,” Harvey said. “I look forward to getting to know the community better and shine a spotlight on your needs and interests.”

 

All content by Eric Harvey
Sepp Spenlinhauer, co-founder and co-owner of Vivid RGB Lighting and a member of the wayfinding signage committee at Monday’s Common Council meeting on Nov. 25.

Wayfinding signage committee member dismayed at city’s design choice

By Eric Harvey
November 29, 2024
Police Chaplain Robert Lindenberg in front of police headquarters.

From Incarceration to Inspiration: Police Chaplain Robert Lindenberg consoles officers after tragedies

By Eric Harvey
November 27, 2024
Through the “LEAP Program” a group of girls went to Gymnastics City in Cortlandt Manor. Students learned the basics of gymnastics for eight weeks and came out of it with confidence on the balance beam and equipment. Photo courtesy of PCSD.

Three years in: LEAP program helps students soar with academic and enrichment activities

By Eric Harvey
November 27, 2024
Angel Lata Landi

Peekskill man fatally stabbed in murderous spree in Manhattan last week

By Eric Harvey
November 26, 2024
The city of Peekskill is looking to bring vehicular pedestrian wayfinding and kiosks to the downtown area to enhance navigation between points of interest and parking facilities. City Planner Peter Erwin said they tried to select designs, material, palettes, and colors people associated with Peekskill. Photo courtesy of Common Council.

City plans wayfinding signage and increased administrative fees

By Eric Harvey
November 22, 2024
Mayor Vivian McKenzie speaking at a panel on downtown development at the Paramount in August. Photo by Jeff Merchan.

Mayor appointed as housing authority commissioner in violation of rules

By Eric Harvey
November 19, 2024
Six defendants charged with narcotics conspiracy on streets of Peekskill

Six defendants charged with narcotics conspiracy on streets of Peekskill

By Eric Harvey
November 15, 2024
Common Council overrides tax cap again, cites rising insurance, retirement costs

Common Council overrides tax cap again, cites rising insurance, retirement costs

By Eric Harvey
November 15, 2024
Council seeks to amend city charter to create ‘Department of Law’

Council seeks to amend city charter to create ‘Department of Law’

By Eric Harvey
November 14, 2024
Feds and police raid Peekskill homes in drug bust

Feds and police raid Peekskill homes in drug bust

By Eric Harvey
November 13, 2024
Religious leaders and church goers gathered for a prayer vigil at Peekskill Riverfront on Sunday, Nov. 10. Their goal was to show a united front and highlight unity over hate.

Prayer vigil at Peekskill Riverfront following presidential election

By Eric Harvey
November 12, 2024
Westchester County voters, including former Assemblywoman Sandy Galef in the middle, watch election returns at the Travelers Rest in Ossining, on Nov. 5.

Peekskill residents react to the presidential election

By Eric Harvey
November 7, 2024
Democrats celebrate their re-elections at Travelers Rest in Ossining on Tuesday, Nov. 5. From left to right; Assemblyman Chris Burdick, State Sen. Peter Harckham, and Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg. Burdick represents the 93rd Assembly District.

State Sen. Harckham and Assemblywoman Levenberg win re-election

By Eric Harvey
November 6, 2024
New York State Attorney General Letitia James speaks to a crowd at Peekskill's gazebo Monday afternoon.

Attorney General James, electeds, rally in Peekskill to say yes to Proposition 1

By Eric Harvey
November 5, 2024
The building at 1698 Main Street will be the location of a cannabis manufacturing plant on the second floor.

Council approves cannabis grow business

By Eric Harvey
November 1, 2024
Interfaith prayer organizer and moderator Pastor Valerie Paul-Greenway of the United Methodist Church of Peekskill on Saturday, Oct. 26. She was joined by nine other speakers in promoting peace and unity over divisiveness.

Interfaith prayer brunch promotes unity over divisiveness on first day of early voting

By Eric Harvey
October 31, 2024
Mondaire Jones, the sole congressional candidate who attended Saturday's forum, told the crowd that Congressional District 17 is one of the swing districts that will determine the composition of the House of Representatives.

Mondaire Jones tells Peekskill voters they determine control of Congress

By Eric Harvey
October 30, 2024
Gina Arena and Pete Harckham at Saturday's candidate forum hosted by the Westchester Black Women's Political Caucus.

Harckham and Arena talk issues

By Eric Harvey
October 29, 2024
Council seeks replacing corporation counsel for not just 2024 but 2025

Council seeks replacing corporation counsel for not just 2024 but 2025

By Eric Harvey
October 25, 2024
Levenberg and Capalbo talk issues

Levenberg and Capalbo talk issues

By Eric Harvey
October 23, 2024
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Peekskill residents attend the Common Council meeting and hearings on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The meeting started at 6 p.m. and ended around 9:10 p.m. (Photo by Eric Harvey)

Public shows up for hearings on cannabis manufacturer and limiting of bar hours

By Eric Harvey
October 18, 2024
At the front from left to right; Tess Hammonds, Tiffany Blair, Kash Blair. Standing behind is Dawn Benson, tenant commissioner at 807 Main St. (Photo by Eric Harvey)

Coffee with cops event builds community

By Eric Harvey
October 17, 2024
Mt. Kisco mayor Michael Cindrich joined state Sen. Peter Harckham’s environmental roundtable at the Mt. Kisco Public Library on Thursday, Oct. 10. The library has a geothermal system.

Environmental leaders discuss ripple effects of overturning Chevron Doctrine

By Eric Harvey
October 16, 2024
At the podium is U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler. At the front from left to right; district attorney candidate Susan Cacace, state Sen. Peter Harckham, assembly candidate Michael Capalbo, and former U.S. Rep. Mondaire Jones. At the back from left to right; Assemblywoman Dana Levenburg, district attorney candidate John Sarcone III, and state senate candidate Gina Arena.

Town of Cortlandt hosts ‘Meet the Candidates’ event at community center

By Eric Harvey
October 10, 2024
School district considers locking up phones during class time

School district considers locking up phones during class time

By Eric Harvey
October 9, 2024
Don't judge this library by its cover

Don’t judge this library by its cover

By Eric Harvey
October 4, 2024
John Weiglein and children enjoy the remodeled Fleischmann Pier on Oct. 3, ahead of its official ribbon cutting event on Oct. 13.

Nothing better than fishing and viewing river on a brilliant fall day

By Eric Harvey
October 4, 2024
Republican legislation seeks to re-open Indian Point

Republican legislation seeks to re-open Indian Point

By Eric Harvey
September 24, 2024
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