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NYC man convicted of execution-style killing of officer in 1988 denied parole

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2 years ago

February 14, 2024

NYC man convicted of execution-style killing of officer in 1988 denied parole

Todd Scott, who was convicted in the killing of an NYPD officer in 1988, has been denied parole.
Officer Edward Byrne was shot while guarding a witness in a drug case during the crack cocaine epidemic in NYC.
Scott distracted Officer Byrne while another man shot him five times.

A man convicted in the notorious killing of a rookie New York City police officer at the height of the city’s crack cocaine epidemic decades ago has been denied parole, state corrections officials confirmed Sunday.

Todd Scott had been serving 25 years to life for his role in the shooting death of Officer Edward Byrne in Queens. Byrnes was killed in 1988 as he sat in his police cruiser guarding the home of a witness in a drug case.

Police said Scott was part of a crew of four men paid $8,000 to kill the 22-year-old officer, who was just weeks on the job, in retaliation for the arrest of drug dealer Howard “Pappy” Mason.

GETAWAY DRIVER IN 1988 POLICE ASSASSINATION TO WALK FREE

The NYPD said Scott walked up to the passenger side window of Byrne’s car and distracted the officer while another man shot him five times in the early morning hours of Feb. 26, 1988. Police mark the moment each year with a s olemn ceremony at the intersection where Byrne died.

Todd Scott, the man convicted in the killing of NYPD Officer Edward Byrne, right, at the height of the city’s crack cocaine epidemic decades ago, has been denied parole. Scott Cobb, left, who police said was the driver in the slaying, was paroled last year.

Scott was convicted of second-degree murder and has been serving his sentence at the maximum-security state prison in Shawangunk.

Eligible for release since 2013, the now 55-year-old went before the state board parole on Jan. 23 but was denied, a corrections department spokesperson said Sunday. His next appearance before the board is August 2025. It couldn’t immediately be determined if Scott had a lawyer.

Patrick Hendry, president of the Police Benevolent Association, said in a statement that the union was “relieved” Scott remains behind bars. The union said it also will continue to oppose the release of two others convicted in the killing.

NEW YORK PAROLE BOARD TO RELEASE CONVICTED COP KILLER 46 YEARS AFTER COLD-BLOODED MURDER

David McClary and Phillip Copeland are scheduled to appear before the parole board in April and November, respectively, according to the union. Scott Cobb, who police said was the driver in the slaying, was paroled last year.

“We need New Yorkers to keep sending a message to the Parole Board: if you murder a New York City police officer, you must live out the rest of your days in a prison cell,” Hendry wrote.

Byrne’s brother Kenneth Byrne said in a statement that the “best way” to honor his brother’s sacrifice was to continue to show there is “no redemption for those who kill police officers.”

“They tried to make an example of Eddie, sending a message to the police and the public that they ruled the streets,” he said. “It’s very comforting to know that message wasn’t reinforced this time around.”

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Pennsylvania

Black Cap Brewing to halt happy hour specials due to Pennsylvania liquor code update

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30 minutes ago

June 29, 2026

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Black Cap Brewing to halt happy hour specials due to Pennsylvania liquor code update

YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Black Cap Brewing Company in Red Lion is no longer serving happy hour or daily drink specials due to a new interpretation by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.

The restaurant took to Facebook to state that, despite not being happy about the new interpretation of the law, it is forced to comply with current regulations.

Black Cap said the PLCB has been conducting on-site inspections in the York area, and one of the main issues has been happy hours and daily drink specials.

A new interpretation of the state’s liquor code is finding that all “G License” holders, like brewery manufacturing, are ineligible to offer happy hour or daily drink promotions.

The brewery said these new restrictions put them “at a distinct disadvantage” when trying to compete with other licensed food and drink providers in the area.

“All of us at Black Cap work hard every day, to provide the highest quality beer, food, cocktails, and hospitality that we possibly can, and we hope that all of you will understand this situation, and continue to support us, and patronize us, throughout these challenging economic conditions,” the brewery wrote on Facebook.

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Rhode Island

State leaders announce millions in funding for road improvements in Aquidneck Island

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June 29, 2026

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State leaders announce millions in funding for road improvements in Aquidneck Island

(WJAR) — Rhode Island leaders will announce millions in funding for road improvements in Aquidneck Island on Monday.

Members of the Rhode Island Congressional Delegation will announce $19,250,000 in federal funding for the project.

File image of traffic in Aquidneck Island. (WJAR)

It’s meant to improve road and sidewalk conditions on the island.

This will include high-visibility crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety.

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Senator Jack Reed, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and Congressman Gabe Amo are expected to attend.

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Vermont

Here are the details from the Vermont-New Hampshire All-Star Hockey Classic!

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June 29, 2026

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Here are the details from the Vermont-New Hampshire All-Star Hockey Classic!

Check out the details from the Vermont/New Hampshire All-Star Hockey Classic at the University of Vermont on Saturday, June 27.

Women’s game: Vermont 2 and New Hampshire 1 in overtime.

Vermont stats

Goalies: Addie Croteau of U32 had 8 saves, and Dahlia Steele of BFA-St. Albans had 5 saves

Goals: Lilliana Fournier of Missisquoi Valley Union scored in the third period at 1:03, unassisted. Just 14 seconds into overtime (3v3), Zoe Zanleoni (Hartford) scored, assisted by Morgan Rivard (Kingdom Blades)

Sportsmanship award: Leah Miller (Essex)

MVP: Zoe Zanleoni (Hartford)

New Hampshire

Goalie saves: Andy Lindquist 30 saves

Goal: Meagan Rinko scored in the first period, at 14:50, unassisted with a power play goal

Sportsmanship: Sara Forman

MVP: Andy Linquist (Lebanon High School)

Men’s Game NH 1 VT 0

Vermont

Goalies: Thomas Barnes (CVU) 9 saves, and Ethan Fortin (Spaulding) 12 saves

Sportsmanship: Ethan Fortin (Spaulding)

MVP: Jack Kelly