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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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News

ShopRite Donates Turkeys, Canned Vegetables To Westchester County Food Bank WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- ShopRite recently donated 200 turkeys and 30,000 canned vegetables to the Food Bank for Westchester.The Food Bank for Westchester serves more than 265 local hunger-relief programs throughout Westchester, including food pantries, soup kitchens, child and adult day-care centers and shelters. The food bank provides 95 percent of all the food given to hungry families, children and seniors as cooked meals or groceries to take home. It's important to remember not everyone is fortunate enough to afford a big turkey and all the trimmings on Thanksgiving. Yet, thanks to th…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

News

Happy Birthday To Garrison's Duncan Shiek GARRISON, N.Y. -- Happy Birthday to Garrison's Duncan Shiek!Duncan Shiek turns 46 on Wednesday. Duncan Sheik, born on Nov. 18, 1969, is an American singer-songwriter and composer. Initially finding success as a singer, most notably for his 1996 debut single "Barely Breathing", he later expanded to compositions for motion pictures and the Broadway stage, such as the successful musical, "Spring Awakening," where he won multiple Tonys and a Grammy. After being raised by both his parents in Montclair, N.J., and his grandparents in Hilton Head, S.C.(of whom his Juilliard-tra…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Schools

New Canaan Seventh-Grader Interviews World Wildlife Fund Chief NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan Country School seventh grader Charlotte Mayer had the honor of interviewing the President and CEO of the World Wildlife Fund, Carter Roberts. The interview, which is featured in the Winter 2015 World Wildlife Magazine, covered a broad range of topics including Roberts's favorite animals, his family and what people can do to help the environment. Mayer told Roberts about the moment when she first realized she was a nature lover and about a company she started with a friend that sells environmentally friendly bath products. Last year, Mayer prepared a speech …

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Schools

Byram Hills Students See The World Through Google Cardboard ARMONK, N.Y. -- The Great Wall of China, the Galapagos Islands and ancient Mayan ruins were among the 'field trips' taken by H.C. Crittenden Middle School and Byram Hills High School students in Armonk, as the schools tested Google Expeditions. Using cardboard viewers with smartphones, students twisted in all directions to take panoramic tours led by teachers using the virtual-reality teaching app. Expeditions are guided tours of places schools buses can't go. They are comprised of virtual reality panoramas and are led by a guide or teacher. Using a tablet, teachers can guide up to 50 studen…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Events

Music Marathon At Palisades Mall Benefits Charity Organization WEST NYACK, N.Y. -- There will be a Rockland County Music Teachers Guild music marathon, Dec. 5 and 6., from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.at the Palisades Center mall, Route 59, West Nyack, first floor East by Lord and Taylor and Macy’s. The beneficiary is Helping Hands of Rockland County, an organization that helps homeless people in the county by providing shelter and counseling, finding them housing and linking them with support services. Participants raise money by soliciting donations for their performances. The minimum total pledges needed to participate: Soloist- $25. Ensembles/Choirs-$15 per indiv…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Lifestyle

Westport's Saugatuck Sweets Sells Thanksgiving Pies To Support Al's Angels WESTPORT, Conn. -- A portion of the sales of holiday pies from Saugatuck Sweets and Great Cakes in Westport will support Al Angel's, a charity founded by shop owner Al DiGuido. Pie flavors include: apple crumb, blueberry crumb, pecan pie, lemon meringue mincemeat, cherry crumb, key lime and pumpkin pie. Apple, blueberry and cherry pies are also available with regular crust. Pies are 10 inches, and cost $23.95. All orders must be placed by Friday, Nov. 20. Pie pickup is at Saugatuck Sweets, on Nov. 24 and Nov. 25, from noon to 7 p.m. Call 203-642-4615 or visit the shop to place an order. …

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Events

'The Nerd' Wraps Up This Weekend At The Darien Arts Center DARIEN, Conn. -- This is the last weekend for the performances of "The Nerd" at the Darien Arts Center. The comedy is written by Larry Shue. The remaining shows are on Nov. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online by clicking here or at the door 30 minutes prior to performances. The Darien Arts Center is located at 2 Renshaw Road, behind the Darien Town Hall. For more information, call 203-655-8683.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

News

Glen Rock Begins Selling 2016 Commuter Parking Passes GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- The Glen Rock Police Records Bureau will begin selling 2016 resident commuter parking permits Wednesday.There is no fee increase this year. Resident commuter parking permits will be available by U.S. mail. Please download and print the application here. It must be submitted with a photocopy of the owner’s New Jersey driver’s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance. Documents must show owner's Glen Rock address. Permits are for the exclusive use of Glen Rock residents only and are non-transferable. Permits will not be issued to vehicles registered to another a…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Events

Free Mother Goose Yoga Classes Coming To 2 Bridgeport Library Branches BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- Bridgeport Library is hosting the following upcoming sessions of Mother Goose Yoga with Miss Jyothi: Mondays,10:45-11:30 a.m., North Branch, 3455 Madison Ave. Tuesdays,10:45-11:30 a.m., Black Rock Branch 2705 Fairfield Ave. It is never too early for kids (and their adults) to learn how to chill. Using traditional Indian yoga techniques, Miss Jyothi offers a relaxing time for all. Mother Goose Yoga for ages 0-4 is back now at the two Bridgeport Library locations.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

Events

Daily Voice Community Editor Celebrates Birthday In New City NEW CITY, N.Y. -- Clarkstown Daily Voice Community editor Dan Garcia is celebrating his 26th birthday from 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 at Austin's Alehouse in New City.All guests are requested to contribute at least one nonperishable food item (in lieu of a birthday gift) to be donated to People to People food pantry. With 1 in 10 Rockland residents that are food insecure, this is an opportunity to help families in need this holiday season and beyond. Happy Hour will be extended to 8 p.m. All guests will receive discounts on dinner. Special thanks to Dan Price and his team at Austin's fo…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/18/2015

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