The only thing this writer personally knows about the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York is that on November 28th, 1992, Phish played a killer version of "Harpua." It included some narration by Trey Anastasio, where he gave a humorous nod to all the liquor stores in the neighborhood. Anyway, we still have it on cassette somewhere! Before that night, however, the theater housed many other legendary musicians and moments. And last night a publicist emailed to let us know they're ready to open their doors again in 2012, with booking by Bowery Presents and Brooklyn Bowl's Peter Shapiro. more ›

We all know that cigarettes are very expensive in New York, thanks to another $1.60 state tax imposed last year, which prompts some smokers to head to cheaper pastures. One gas station on the border of New York and Connecticut has now taken an ingenious approach: Put an ice cream truck selling smokes on the Connecticut part of its property. more ›

A couple celebrating the renewal of their wedding vows ended up in jail after a reception fight with the band and Port Chester police. more ›