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Sandra Diamond Fox

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Sandra Diamond Fox has been a journalist since 2005, working for The News-Times and The Redding Pilot prior to coming to the Daily Voice. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Stony Brook University and a Master's degree in publishing from Pace University. She married with four teenage children and is a competitive runner and avid exerciser.

Sandra was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Events

Workshop In Bedford Focuses on Complete Streets Program BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The town of Bedford is hosting a Complete Streets orientation and training workshop offered by Sustainable Westchester.It will be Wednesday from 10 a.m.-noon in the Bedford Town Hall Courtroom, 321 Bedford Road, Bedford Hills. At 9:30 a.m., Danish and coffee will be available. This workshop is open and free to all Westchester municipal employees and volunteers. Complete Streets are safe, comfortable and convenient for travel for everyone, regardless of age or ability — motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists and public transportation riders. With simple changes to the way roads…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/09/2016

Events

Norwalk Land Trust To Discuss Wildlife, Contamination On Island NORWALK, Conn. -- Amy Jenner and Peter Reid of the Weston-based Wildlife in Crisis will be the featured speakers at the 2016 annual meeting of the Norwalk Land Trust, when the nonprofit will also discuss contamination on a 3-acre island.The meeting will take place Monday, Jan. 11, in the Community Room at Norwalk City Hall at 125 East Ave. at 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend. There is no admission charge. Wildlife in Crisis, a nonprofit like the Norwalk Land Trust, provides care for more than 5,000 injured and orphaned wild animals a year. The Jan. 11 meeting will start with ref…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/09/2016

Neighbors

Fairfield's Rocco & Associates Raises $500 In Turkey Drive For CT Food Bank FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Rocco & Associates Wealth Management Inc. in Fairfield announced the success of its second annual Turkey Drive, yielding $500 in donations to the Connecticut Food Bank. A social media-based campaign, the firm created a call-to-action for its clients and friends to donate turkeys to a local organization of their choice this Thanksgiving. Then, for every pound of turkey donated, Rocco & Associates donated $1 to the Connecticut Food Bank. "There is a tremendous opportunity to assist families that need a helping hand, not only during Thanksgiving but all year-r…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/09/2016

Business

More than 400 Business Leaders Enjoy Bridgeport's Business Council's Dinner BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- The Bridgeport Regional Business Council's annual holiday dinner offered the organization an opportunity to recognize people and businesses who have had and continue to have a significant and positive impact on economic growth in the Greater Bridgeport Region. This year, the council honored Susan L. Davis Leadership Awardee, Laura Hoydick and five Regional IMPACT honorees: The Gathering of the Vibes, Economic Development; Francis Rabinowitz, Education; AFC Doctors Express Urgent Care, Health Care; Wade's Dairy, Inc., Small Business; and the Stratford Redevelopment Agency,…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/09/2016

Lifestyle

Take Mat Pilates At Lyte Body Fitness In Bronxville BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- Lyte Body Fitness in Bronxville announces its winter class schedule for Mat Pilates. a series of mind-body exercises that will help students become more aware of how the body moves: Mondays: Jan 11-Feb 22, 5:30 p.m. (No class Jan.18) $120 for 6 classes. Wednesdays through Feb 10, 7 p.m. $120 for 6 classes Thursdays through Feb 18, 10:30 a.m. $140 for 7 classes. Taught in a contemporary style, Pilates can correct over-trained muscles, improve posture and calm the nervous system. Students will also increase core awareness, range of motion and flexibility all in a safe an…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

Schools

'Bye Bye Birdie' Coming To Hommocks Middle School In Larchmont LARCHMONT, N.Y. -- The Hommocks Players present the American musical comedy “Bye Bye Birdie" at Hommocks Middle School in Larchmont on three dates in February."Bye Bye Birdie" is a musical based on the book by Michael Stewart, with lyrics by Lee Adams and music by Charles Strouse. The story was inspired by the phenomenon of singer Elvis Presley and his draft notice into the Army in 1957. The original 1960-61 Broadway production was a Tony Award-winning success as was the film that starred Dick Van Dyke, Janet Leigh, and Ann-Margret. Under the direction of Tom Jordan, prod…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

Lifestyle

Learn About Robotic Knee, Hip Surgery At Fishkill Seminar FISHKILL, N.Y. – Health Quest will host a seminar in the Fishkill Ambulatory Surgery Center on a robotic surgical system that can help ease the pain of common knee and hip ailments. The seminar will also discuss why knees and hips often cause discomfort as one ages. The seminar will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 21, in the Fishkill Ambulatory Surgery Center reception area, Suite 330, 200 Westage Business Center Drive. The seminar is an opportunity to find out if MAKOplasty partial knee resurfacing or MAKOplasty total hip replacement is the correct choice. Dr. Frank Lombardo of O…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

Events

Learn The Science Of Common Foods In Red Hook Library Program RED HOOK, N.Y. -- Bard College students will be presenting a program based on the science of common foods at the Red Hook Public Library.The program will be on Saturday, Jan. 16, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Kids in grades 2-5 can check out some cabbage chemistry, find the iron in cereal and make fizzing lemonade. Participants should bring a bagged lunch (for eating, not experimenting.) The program is free and open to the public, with registration required. Call 845-758-3241 to sign up. The Red Hook Public Library is at 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

Events

Legendary Blues Pianist, Percussionist Performing At Westport Library WESTPORT, Conn. -- Legendary blues pianist and Westporter Mark Naftalin and percussionist Barry Urich will perform blues classics in a performance at the Westport Library.The performance will be Sunday, Jan. 10, at 2 p.m. in the McManus Room. The program is free and open to the public. Naftalin, who was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2015 with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band, will perform on acoustic piano. He will perform blues classics and his own compositions, which include pieces such as Blues for Percy (an homage to his friend--blues great Jimmy Yancey) and Rock an…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

Events

Sing, Hear Stories, Dress Up, Play Games At Village Of Millbrook's Event MILLBROOK, N.Y. -- Everyone is invited to a "Frosted Afternoon" winter activity on Saturday, Jan. 9 at Millbrook Village Hall organized by the Town of Washington's Recreation department. Each registration includes meet and greet, singalong, storytime, games, princess/knight coronation and oath, craft and a snack. Come in street clothes or princess or knight attire. The event runs 1- 3 p.m. at 35 Merrit Ave., Millbrook.Pre-registration is required by 845-677-8278. Space is limited. Resident fee is $20 per person; nonresident fee, $25 per person. Click here for more information.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

01/08/2016

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