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Gary Stevens TaeKwonDo Raises Money For Glen Rock Dog Park Gary Stevens TaeKwonDo Raises Money For Glen Rock Dog Park
Gary Stevens TaeKwonDo Raises Money For Glen Rock Dog Park GLEN ROCK, N.J. -- Gary Stevens TaeKwonDo will host an all-day fundraiser Jan. 24 for Glen Rock Dog Park. Gary Stevens TaeKwonDo will feature the following events throughout the day: TawKwonDo for adults and teens: 8-9:30 a.m.  Kettlebell weight training for adults: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Family TaeKwonDo class: 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  Jumping jack-a-thon with prizes for kids ages 5-12: 12:45-1 p.m. Adult and teen self defense class: 1:15-2 p.m.  Kids self-defense class for ages 5-12: 2-2:45 p.m.  Jui-jitsu class for adults: 3-4 p.m. The suggested donation is $20 per person or $35 per family.…

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Peekskill Taco Eatery Praised By New York Times Peekskill Taco Eatery Praised By New York Times
Peekskill Taco Eatery Praised By New York Times PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- House margaritas with touches of agave syrup highlight the tequila and fresh white corn tortilla menu at Taco Dive Bar in Peekskill, according to a review in The New York Times.  The food is full of fresh tastes, notably the queso blanco and ground beef tacos, says the Times, but the new restaurant's tacos aren't super-sized meals. But the queso blanco, shredded romaine and sprinkles of pico de gallo make each bite delicious, says the times. The smoked brisket taco earned praise for its contrast between hearty meat and pickled vegetables, according to the New York Times …

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Schools
Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Kenneth Hamilton Touts Progress Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Kenneth Hamilton Touts Progress
Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Kenneth Hamilton Touts Progress MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- The following is a letter from Mount Vernon Schools Superintendent Kenneth Hamilton to the school community: Dear Neighbor,  The 2015-2016 academic year is off to an extraordinary start. From our college fair and college application week at Mount Vernon High School to the launch of the 2015-2016 Superintendent’s Reading Challenge, students across the district are highly engaged in the academic process.  More importantly, they are making great strides in achieving the academic success needed that will allow them to compete with students not only from Mount Vernon and W…

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Events
Support Connection Announces February Support Groups Support Connection Announces February Support Groups
Support Connection Announces February Support Groups YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- Breast and ovarian cancer nonprofit Support Connection, Inc. will hold support groups throughout the month of February.  The Support Connection Office in Yorktown will hold breast and ovarian cancer support groups on Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. and Feb. 23 at 7 p.m. It will also hold a support group for women who have or had breast or ovarian cancer at a young age on Feb. 10 at 7 p.m.  Northern Westchester Hospital in Chappaqua will host a breast and ovarian cancer support group on Feb. 3 at 7 p.m.  New York-Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital in Cortlandt manor will host a breast …

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JCC Discusses Israeli National Character JCC Discusses Israeli National Character
JCC Discusses Israeli National Character SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- JCC Mid-Westchester will discuss Alon Gratch's "The Israeli Mind" on Jan. 13.  "The Israeli Mind" covers how the Israeli national character shapes the world. Author and clinical psychologyst Gratch will discuss the book with Joseph Berger, retired reporter and editor for The New York Times.  Attendance is $20. Click here for tickets and more information.

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Police & Fire
Ex-Chair Of Wallkill Fire District Sentenced For Grand Larceny Ex-Chair Of Wallkill Fire District Sentenced For Grand Larceny
Ex-Chair Of Wallkill Fire District Sentenced For Grand Larceny WALLKILL, N.Y. -- A former Wallkill fire district chair who stole more than $200,000 from the district was sentenced to two and a half to seven years in prison, according to Time Warner Cable News. Michael Denardo, 39, will have to repay nearly $240,000 back to the district. Denardo used blank checks from the treasurer, had another board member sign them, then deposited them into his wife's bank account and subsequently submitted fake bills to the district, reported Time Warner Cable News.  He pleaded guilty to the charges of grand larceny and criminal tax fraud in September, said Time Warn…

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Politics
Yonkers Democrats Rail Against Republican City Council Majority Yonkers Democrats Rail Against Republican City Council Majority
Yonkers Democrats Rail Against Republican City Council Majority YONKERS, N.Y. -- Democrats on the City Council are railing against what they claim is "political misfeasance" by the Republican majority.In a statement issued after a reorganizational meeting on Monday, Jan. 4, Council Democrats said Republicans "changed the 'Rules'" so that "the Council President has sole 'discretion' regarding the introduction of legislation and 'may deny a motion or question' regarding items before the Council." Council Minority Leader Michael Sabatino said his caucus is "being disempowered." "This political decision will keep…

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State Police Warn Area Residents Of Obamacare Phone Scam State Police Warn Area Residents Of Obamacare Phone Scam
State Police Warn Area Residents Of Obamacare Phone Scam A new telephone scam is plaguing counties in the Hudson Valley, according to an alert from the New York State Police. In the scam, a caller claims to work for a local branch of "ObamaCare Services" to discuss the recipient's options and avoiding tax concerns.  An actual representative would not use the term "ObamaCare" when referencing the Affordable Care Act.  Residents are advised to never give their social security number, banking information, date of birth or other personal information to anyone over the phone.  Citizens should be cautious over common scam tactics …

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Coyote Seen Walking Slowly In North Castle Coyote Seen Walking Slowly In North Castle
Coyote Seen Walking Slowly In North Castle NORTH CASTLE, N.Y. -- A coyote sighting tops the North Castle Police blotter.  Police received a call on Sunday, Jan. 3 at 2:12 p.m., about a coyote spotted walking slowly down the driveway of a Boulder Trailer caller. He was unsure whether or not the coyote was sick. Officer Messina responded and reported the animal as gone on arrival.  A Hickory Pass complainant reported receiving calls on Jan. 3 at 7:58 p.m., accusing his daughter of stealing a dog. The calls were received on his home and cell phone, as well as his wife's cell. The accuser stated the two were neighbors, but the complaina…

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Holy Holy Performs Music Of David Bowie At The Ridgefield Playhouse Holy Holy Performs Music Of David Bowie At The Ridgefield Playhouse
Holy Holy Performs Music Of David Bowie At The Ridgefield Playhouse RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Holy Holy will perform the music of David Bowie at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, Jan. 9.  Consisting of former Bowie band members Tony Visconti and Woody Woodmansey, Holy Holy will perform the seminal "The Man Who Sold the World" album along with other classics.  Joining bassist Visconti and drummer Woodmansey are vocalist Glenn Gregory (Heaven 17), Paul Cuddeford (lead guitar Bob Geldof, Ian Hunter), James Stevenson (lead guitar The Cult, Scott Walker, Generation X) and Berenice Scott (Heaven 17). Tickets are $40 and available online at ridgefieldpl…

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