A Nanuet man was arrested over the weekend and accused of committing a lewd act in the women’s restroom at Rye Town Park. The City of Rye Police say the 51 year-old was allegedly inside the restroom with his pants down exposing himself when a woman entered and saw him. He was arrested and charged with Public Lewdness. He was released on his own recognizance and is due back in Rye City Court later this month.
Dominican University Names New President
Dominican University in Orangeburg has named Dr. Manuel Martínez, as the new president of the University. He’ll officially take the position July 15th. Martínez replaces Sister Mary Eileen O’Brien, who retired earlier this year after serving as president for 35 years. Martínez will be the first layperson to lead the University in its 72-year history. All previous presidents were members of the Sisters of St. Dominic of Blauvelt. Martínez served most recently as Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Dean of Faculty at Mercy College of Ohio, a Catholic College that specializes in healthcare professions.