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New Tappan Zee Bridge Name Fuels Debate TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Former Gov. Malcolm Wilson's name is currently on the Tappan Zee Bridge, but the name of its upcoming replacement is up in the air, according to a report on lohud.com. Some feel Wilson's name should remain on the replacement bridge, but others say a new bridge should get a new name, lohud reported. An unscientific survey in downtown Yonkers revealed many are unfamiliar with the current bridge's name, according to the report. Montebello Mayor Jeffrey Oppenheim wants the debate to be resolved by the time the new bridge opens to traffic in 2018. Oppenheim wants the bridg…

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12/27/2015

News

Local, State Leaders Call On Cuomo To Prioritize Infrastructure Local and state leaders in the advocacy group Rebuild NY Now have called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to prioritize infrastructure funding in next year's budget, according to Time Warner Cable News. State Sen. Sue Serino reportedly said more than half of the bridges in her district need repair, the story said. Peleasant Valley Town Supervisor Elect Mark Figliozzi said one-quarter of his town's roads are nearing the point where resurfacing is needed, the story said. Cuomo's 's budget division said about $3.7 billion has been set aside for a capital program for the Department of Transportation in …

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12/27/2015

Neighbors

Westchester's George Soros Among Most Generous People Ever WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Westchester County resident George Soros was named the third most generous human being in the world by Business Insider. The retired founder of Soros Fund Management reportedly has donated $8 billion in his lifetime. His net worth is $24.4 billion. Soros currently serves as chairman of the human rights group Open Society Foundation. Read more at Business Insider.

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12/27/2015

News

Carlstadt Increases Amount It Costs To Get Your Car Towed CARLSTADT, N.J. -- The Carlstadt Borough Council has voted to increase the towing fee from $125 to $140 maximum for wheel lift and flatbed tow truck service, according to a report in NorthJersey.com. The fee for trucks, SUVs and pickups under 5 tons is $175 and $250 for vehicles over 5 tons. Towing for motorcycles and motor scooters are $135, NorthJersey.com reported. Storage of passenger vehicles is $35 outside and $45 inside. Larger vehicles are $125 for outside storage. To read the full article, click here.

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12/27/2015

Business

Spins Bowl Announces Grand Opening Of Poughkeepsie Flagship Location POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The newly designed Spins Bowl in Poughkeepsie will celebrate its grand reopening with festivities on Thursday, Jan. 21. “We are thrilled with the new Spins décor, which is the sort of industrial chic feel you would expect in a Brooklyn location,” said Bill Diamond, owner and partner at Spins Bowl. “Our centers will have a strong focus on craft food and beer, and deliver top-shelf entertainment activities for families and adults. We believe that Spins Bowl Poughkeepsie will be the premier private event destination for Duchess County.” The grand opening celebration will…

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12/27/2015

Sports

Six Westchester County Golf Courses To Close For Season WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Six Westchester County-owned golf courses will close for the season after play on Sunday, Jan. 3. The six courses are Dunwoodie and Sprain Lake in Yonkers, Maple Moor in White Plains, Mohansic in Yorktown Heights, Saxon Woods in Scarsdale and Hudson Hills in Ossining. They are expected to reopen in March, weather and conditions permitting.

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12/27/2015

Events

Old Tappan PTO Plans Bingo Fundraiser Event At Emerson Church EMERSON, N.J. -- Northern Valley Old Tappan PTO will host a bingo fundraiser Jan. 23 at Assumption Church. Proceeds will benefit Old Tappan students. Volunteers are welcome to assist with the fundraiser. Bingo will take place from 6-11 p.m. in the church's cafeteria and gym. Assumption Church is at 29 Jefferson Ave., Emerson.

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12/27/2015

Neighbors

The Sharing Community Serves Turkey, Winter Wear YONKERS, N.Y. -- Yonkers-based organization Sharing Community served a Christmas Day dinner to more than 400 area children and adults, according to Westchester News 12,. The traditional meal included turkey, stuffing, peas and yams, the story said. Free gloves and hats also were distributed, the story said. Read more at Westchester News 12.

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12/27/2015

Events

Register For Garfield Basketball Tournament GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Garfield YMCA will have a free, co-ed basketball tournament for teenagers Jan. 9. Games will be in a 3-on-3 format for middle and high school students between the ages of 13-18. The tournament begins at 8:30 a.m. and registration opens at 7:30 p.m. Advance online registration will be available.

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12/27/2015

Events

Ridgefield Park Group Honors Member With Celebration, Roast RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. -- Mosaic Lodge No. 194 will honor 2015 WB José Leon Figueroa for their Annual Testimonial Dinner and Roast Jan. 8. The Mosaic Lodge traditionally honors the Junior Past Master with the dinner and roast every year. Women and friends of the lodge are welcome to attend. The suggested donation is $25 per person. The event takes place from 5:30-11 p.m. at the lodge on Main Street. Click here to RSVP or for ticket information.

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12/27/2015

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