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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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Obituaries

Godfrey Hlavaty, 92, Lifelong Stamford Resident STAMFORD, Conn. -- Godfrey A. Hlavaty (Barney), husband, father and grandfather, died Saturday at the age of 92. He was a lifelong Stamford resident and member of St. Bridget's Parish. One of seven children, he was born Aug. 9, 1923, in Stamford, to the late Joseph and Anna Hlavaty. He graduated from Stamford High School and at the age of 19 was inducted into the U.S. Army, serving as an infantryman (79th Infantry Division), in campaigns across Europe during World War II. Returning to Stamford after the war, he married Blanche Monnard Oct. 25, 1958, and worked as a tool and die maker f…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/12/2015

Events

Elmsford Brewery Serves Up Cooktoberfest ELMSFORD, N.Y. -- The Cookery is holding its fourth annual Cooktoberfest on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1- 4 p.m., at Captain Lawrence Brewery in Elmsford. Cooktoberfest this year will celebrate The Cookery's version of a large German feast complete with varieties of house-made sausages, schnitzel, bubbling goulash, fermented cabbage, homemade pretzels, mustards and more. Captain Lawrence beer and live music is included. Tickets cost $75. Captain Lawrence Brewery is at 444 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford. Call 914-741-2337.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Neighbors

Fordham Hosts 'Crisis Of Hunger In Westchester' Presentation HARRISON, N.Y. -- Fordham Westchester recently hosted a “Lunch and Learn” event featuring representatives from The Food Bank for Westchester. The topic was “The Crisis of Hunger in Westchester County” presented by Erica Santiago. The event, which was held Oct. 1, was attended by students from Fordham’s Graduate School of Social Service. The presentation provided an overview of the many programs and services of The Food Bank for Westchester. The Food Bank for Westchester has led the fight against hunger in Westchester, serving 265 frontline programs that provide food directly to the 200,…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

News

Wyckoff Library Board Hires New Director WYCKOFF, N.J. -- The Library Board hired Laura Leonard to succeed director Mary Witherell, who left in mid-August, according to a story on northjersey.com.Most recently, Leonard served as the reference and teen librarian in Hillsdale Public Library, northjersey.com said. Leonard will start Oct. 22. Witherell, who began her tenure in Wyckoff in October 2011, was hired as director of the Englewood Public Library, northjersey.com said. The board conducted a national search for the position with a job description of overseeing all library operations, northjersey.com said. Mayor Kevin Rooney s…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

Country Gospel Singer BJ Thomas Comes To Mahwah Theater MAHWAH, N.J. -- Country gospel singer BJ Thomas comes to the Berrie Center on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 7-9 p.m.A true American institution whose iconic pop, country and gospel hits defined their respective generations and now transcend them, B.J. Thomas has found a unique way to celebrate an incredible half century in music and some 47 years since his first gold selling hit on Scepter Records. Thomas has earned five Grammy awards, more than fifteen Top 40 Pop/Rock hits and sold 70 million records. Several of his well-known songs include “Hey Won’t You Play Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

Take Part In Paramus Pumpkin Hunt, Costume Contest PARAMUS, N.J. -- The Paramus Pumpkin Hunt will be Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m.-noon, at the East Brook School, 190 Spring Valley Road.There will be one hunt for all age groups, held at approximately 10:30 a.m. There will be inflatables and carnival games to play. Everyone is encouraged to wear a costume. Plaques in each level will be awarded for Most Creative Use of Materials, Most Original Concept, Funniest, Scariest, Most Exquisite, Best Representation of an Athlete, Best Representation of an Animal/Cartoon/Character/Icon, Most Patriotic, Best Group and Best Costumed Animal. In th…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

Family Halloween Event Set For Oct. 31 In Ridgefield RIDGEFIELD, N.J. -- Join Ridgefield for its Halloween festivities at Veterans’ Memorial Park Saturday, Oct. 31. Starting at 3:30 p.m., children in grades pre-K through 4 can march in the Rag-A-Muffin Parade, have hot dogs and refreshments at 4 p.m. and enjoy a Trunk or Treat, bounce house, children's hay ride and pumpkin patch. Wait until after dark for a haunted hay ride. For more information, call Ray Ramirez at (201) 943-5342 or Isabelle Meurer at (201) 446-5218. Veterans' Memorial Park is at Shaler Boulevard/Banta Place, Ridgefield.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

Oradell Library Presents Anxiety, Depression Program ORADELL, N.J. -- The New Jersey Mental Health Players will present the program "Childhood and Teen Anxiety and Depression" at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19 at the Oradell Public Library. The Mental Health Association in New Jersey's NJ Mental Health Players is an interactive community education program. It is the longest-running program of its type in the state. Volunteers are trained to depict realistic scenarios involving mental health issues. These presentations provide audiences with a dynamic way to receive basic education about mental illness and become sensitized to the stigma tha…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

New Players Company Presents Trunk Or Treat In Ridgewood RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- New Players Company presents its second annual Trunk or Treat Friday, Oct. 30 at The Little Theatre at Ridgewood High School.Wear your costume and join them in The Little Theatre for some Halloween costumes followed by some treats. The performance is at 4 p.m. Please enter through the lobby. Trunk-Or-Treating will take place after the show, in the parking lot. Cost is $10. Children under 3 are free. RSVP is required at rhsnewplayers@gmail.com to reserve your spot. For more information, visit www.RHSNewPlayers.com. The Little Theatre at Ridgewood High School is at 627 E…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

Events

Bergen Biz In Hasbrouck Heights Presents Oktoberfest Networking Event HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J. -- Bergen Biz will host an Oktoberfest event from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. For a $20 cover in advance, or $25 at the door, enjoy refreshments, hors d'oeuvres and cash bar with $4 Oktoberfest beer specials. The event will take place at the Holiday Inn, 283 Route 17. Membership is not required to attend, but Bergen Biz welcomes professionals to join and promote business. To register, visit here.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

10/11/2015

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