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Sandra Diamond Fox

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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

Fun, Family Activities Coming Up In Westchester Parks WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Westchester County's Parks Department has an expanded list of park events for Friday, Sept. 11 through Sunday, Sept. 13:Friday, Sept. 11: Croton Point Nature Center, Croton Point Avenue, Croton-on-Hudson – (914) 862-5297 Birders’ U: Hawk I.D. – 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 Muscoot Farm, Route 100, Somers – (914) 864-7282, Wildlife Tracking – 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Cranberry Lake Preserve, Old Orchard Street, North White Plains – (914) 835-4466 , Hike around the Lake – 1 to 2:30 p.m. Trailside Nature Museum at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Routes 35 and 121 South,…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Politics

State Assemblyman David Buchwald Seeks Student Interns WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Assemblyman David Buchwald (D-White Plains) is seeking high school and college students for his fall 2015/spring 2016 internship program.The students will serve as interns in his district office in Mount Kisco. “I am excited for the start of the fall and spring internship seasons,” Buchwald said. “My internship program offers an opportunity for students to make a difference in the community and be a part of an inclusive, civic-minded team," he said. "Interns get an in-depth experience that provides an understanding of how New York State government works.&q…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Events

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group Meets Monthly At Putnam Hospital PUTNAM, N.Y. -- The Alzheimer's Caregiver Support group meets at the Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. The group, which is free, is intended to help those who are providing care to someone with dementia. Led by a trained professional, the group offers education, tips, and an environment of support and understanding by a community of people who share similar experiences. For more information, call (800)- 272-3900.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Schools

Motorists Are Reminded That Hen Hud Schools Are Back In Session CORTLANDT, N.Y. -- All five of the schools in the Hendrick Hudson School District welcomed students back to school on Wednesday. Hendrick Hudson’s Transportation Supervisor Liz Gilleo reminds area motorists that buses are picking up and dropping off children, and cars must stop for buses with flashing red lights, whether the car is behind the bus or in the approaching lane. She noted that motorists should also be mindful of students walking to and from school. School district parents were informed of the unusual school start date, which is due to a later-than- normal Labor Day and the nee…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Events

Mahopac Library To Host Fall Yoga Classes PUTNAM, N.Y. -- Mahopac Public Library is hosting several fall yoga classes. The classes include evening and mid-day yoga with Chun Kim-Levin, Kripalu yoga and meditation with Michael Doherty, self-discovery through yoga with Wendy Wolf, and gentle yoga with Meredith Laubin. Registration is ongoing; individuals may register with the class fee at the library’s information desk. No previous experience is necessary to attend the classes. Attendees are encouraged to wear loose or comfortable clothing and to bring a yoga mat or towel and a pillow on which to sit. For additional information…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Sports

Senior Baseball League's Home Run Derby, All-Star Game Played In Peekskill PEEKSKILL, N.Y.--Team Orange recently defeated Team Blue, 18-8, in the Westchester-Putnam Men's Senior Baseball League Walker Lewis Division All-Star game at Peekskill Stadium. The winning side produced 20 hits. Twenty-seven players representing the league's more senior (45 years and up) ball clubs participated in Tuesday night's contest. Prior to the game, Squiddledee Ties sponsored a Home Run Derby, won by Phil Goodfleisch (Westchester Giants).

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Neighbors

Norwalk Symphony Relocates To Bigger Offices On Van Zant Street NORWALK, Conn. — The Norwalk Symphony (NSO) has moved its executive offices from 83 Wall St. to 25 Van Zant St. “We are delighted with our new offices,” said NSO Board President Chris Bell. “We now have a space more appropriate for a cultural institution like ours.” Bell cited the new office space for larger meetings and receptions, the building’s parking facilities, and proximity to I-95 and the East Norwalk railroad station. “We are delighted to welcome the Norwalk Symphony to our space,” said Winthrop Baum of The WEB Realty Co., owner of 25 Van Zant. The 2015-2016 season opening conc…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/05/2015

Events

Westport Library Offering Computer Art Workshop For Kids WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Westport Library is offering a workshop for children ages 8 to 12 in making computerized art.The workshop will take place on Saturday, Sept. 5 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the library’s Great Hall on the main level. Participants will learn the program TurtleArt to design original images. The program uses colorful blocks that snap together to tell the turtle what direction to move and how to draw. Join technology teacher Josh Burker in exploring the process of creating art from geometry. The program is limited to 10 children. Register online. The Westport Library i…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/04/2015

Obituaries

Rev. Clifford Hill Jr., 74, Norwalk Resident NORWALK, Conn. -- The Rev. Clifford H. Hill, Jr., 74, died on Aug. 31.He was born in Milledgeville, Ga., and raised in Bay Shore, Long Island, N.Y. He is the son of Clifford H. Hill Sr. and Carole Bradford Hill. He received a bachelor of science degree from Boston University and was a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology and the Spiritual Life Ministerial Seminary, in Minneapolis. He became the first African-American corporate officer at Target stores and then at Caldor of Norwalk. Hill pastored the St. James AME Church of Danbury for many years and lived in Norwalk with his w…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/04/2015

Obituaries

Grace Alessi, 86, Stamford Resident STAMFORD, Conn. -- Grace Calabrese Alessi of Stamford died at Stamford Hospital on Thursday, Sept. 3 at the age of 86. Born in Reggio Calabria, Italy, on Oct. 15, 1928, Grace immigrated with her family to Greenwich at the age of 2. She is a graduate of Greenwich High School and longtime administrative assistant to the CEOs of both Outward Bound Inc. and Cognitronics. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Dominick Alessi; her son Richard and daughter-in-law Carol; son Thomas; three grandchildren, Dana (Joe), Sara, and Matthew; her brothers, Frank, Joseph (Johanne), and Mario (Karen)…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

09/04/2015

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