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Sandra Diamond Fox

Community Reporter

sfox@dailyvoice.com

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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.

Sandra Diamond Fox's Contributions

Events

Ridge Hill In Yonkers Opens DreamWorks Interactive 'Adventure to Santa' YONKERS, N.Y. -- The time has come for Santa and his playful reindeer—and let’s not forget Shrek—to greet the guests of Ridge Hill in Yonkers.For the second year in a row, Ridge Hill is teaming up with DreamWorks Animation to bring the “Adventure to Santa” interactive holiday experience back to Town Square! Construction is progressing and Ridge Hill is almost ready to welcome the man with the beard and the hearty laugh to the only DreamPlace in the Northeast–Ridge Hill. Join the celebration Saturday, starting at 4 p.m. Entertainment includes local band "Larger Than Life," as well …

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

News

Dutchess County Court Judge Sentences Two Poughkeepsie Men To State Prison POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Dutchess County Court Judge Peter M. Forman sentenced two felons from Poughkeepsie to state prison Tuesday, according to a story on poughkeepsiejournal.com. Douglas Kelsey, 36, of the Town of Poughkeepsie, was sentenced as a second felony offender to an indeterminate term in state prison of 1.5 to three years. Kelsey plead guilty Sept. 1 to a charge of third-degree burglary, a class D felony. Judge Forman issued a permanent order of protection on behalf of the victims, ordered restitution to be paid and imposed the mandatory surcharge of $375, poughkeepsiejournal.com sa…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Schools

Sleepy Hollow School's Monster Ball Raises Money For Washington, D.C. Trip SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- There were spooky goings-on at Sleepy Hollow Middle School Thursday night when the Student Council held its first ever Monster Ball to raise money for the middle school;s 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C. Students had a dance with music provided by disc jockey Richard Molina and decorated the middle school gym with spooky decorations. Snacks and pizza was provided for all the ghosts and goblins.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Business

Poppy's Cafe Celebrates 32 Years In Rye RYE, N.Y. -- Poppy’s Luncheonette in Rye is celebrating 32 years in business.“The best thing about Poppy’s,” says Gerri, the owner, “is that you can order breakfast any time of the day.” She originally started the business with her father. Gerri is up at 4:30 a.m. daily, preparing ingredients for the day’s fare, and is best friends with Linda the cook. They have been partners in Poppy’s since her father died. Besides egg creams, they make burgers--meat is purchased from the local butcher, chili, turkey bacon and egg whites, blueberry and banana pancakes, soups of the day and much much mor…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

News

U.S. Dept. Of Education Finds Racial Discrimination In East Ramapo Schools RAMAPO, N.Y. -- The U.S. Department of Education has determined some claims of racial discrimination in the East Ramapo School District are founded and will closely monitor an agreement with the Rockland district to address the issues, according to a story on lohud.com.In a letter this week to the Spring Valley branch of the NAACP, the department's Office for Civil Rights determined a disproportionate number of out-of-district placements for special education students went to white children, lohud.com said. The office had reviewed NAACP complaints of racial discrimination based on race and n…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Schools

Byram Hills School District In Armonk Hires Two New Teachers ARMONK, N.Y. -- Two of Byram Hills' most popular and successful programs have new leadership this year--Mr. Deepak Marwah in Fine Arts and Mr. Rob Castagna in Athletics. These men have already established themselves as talented leaders who have excited and engaged our students and faculty. BobcatTV has produced two short introductions of these new men, of about two minutes each. Both are viewable on mobile devices. Take a look and meet the new members of the staff. Go here.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Events

Dance, Play Music At Beekman Library Children's Program BEEKMAN, N.Y. -- There is still room in the "Musical Me!" class, which is Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m., at the Beekman Library.This is a movement and music program featuring songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children ages 1-5, accompanied by an adult. Active participation of the adult is required. Registration is required. To sign up, please use the on line calendar here.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Schools

'Geek Girl Rising' Features New Rochelle High School Alum Kaya Thomas NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New Rochelle alum Kaya Thomas is featured on "Geek Girl Rising." "Geek Girl Rising" is a digital platform and forthcoming book that profiles women who are changing the landscape of technology. The platform showcases career and educational opportunities for women in tech and charts a new course to help companies recruit a diverse and educated talent pool. In her bio, Thomas credits her high school English teacher, Doneshia Gordon, for sparking her inventive spirit. Read more about Thomas and Gordon's influence here.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Events

Learn Hebrew For Free At Reform Temple Of Putnam Valley PUTNAM, N.Y. -- The Reform Temple of Putnam Valley is offering the community a introductory Hebrew program, in which participants can learn to read Hebrew in only five, 1 1/2 hour weekly sessions.This course is designed for those with little or no background in reading Hebrew and even for those who would like to brush up on some rusty skills. What: Learn to Read Hebrew in 5 Easy Lessons Where: Reform Temple of Putnam Valley, 362 Church Road, Putnam Valley When: Wednesdays, 7:30–9:30 p.m., beginning Nov. 11 Cost: Free. For more information or to register, contact Roni Rodman at ronrod3@aol.c…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

Lifestyle

Read Stories, Play Legos, Move To Music At Westwood Library WESTWOOD, N.J. -- The Westwood Public Library is offering the following children's programs: New Wee Ones Program beginning at 10:30 a.m. Friday. Join us for stories and songs for babies up to 2 years old. No registration is required. Music and Movement with Ms. Fran. Open to children ages 1-5, it will be at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 and 16. Holiday Lego Program at 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10. Listen to a story and build a holiday creation based on the story. Open to children ages 3 and up. Time for Twos: For children 2 years old and a caregiver. Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Therapy Dog Sofi visits from 3:30…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

11/03/2015

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