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Tarrytown Rec Invites Families To Make Scarecrows At Festival TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- The Tarrytown Recreation Department will hold its Annual Scarecrow Making Festival on Saturday at Patriot's Park. Families should bring old clothes, accessories and creative ideas when crafting their custom scarecrow. Straw and wood frames will be provided. The scarecrows will be placed along Tarrytown's Main Street and Broadway.

by Frank Mojica

10/07/2015

Events

Alice's 'Wonderland' Sets Scene For Pelham Art Center's Fundraiser PELHAM, N.Y. -- Pelham Art Center's 18th annual fall fundraiser will feature "Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland" as its theme on Nov. 7. “Studio Café is just great fun,” said Annette Candido, Board Chair and Event Co-chair. “The Art Center opens its galleries and studios, tents the courtyard and throws a really enjoyable, casual party. People see their friends, eat and drink well, hear live music and go home with original art and other fun items. Advance tickets are only $75 per person, thanks to the generosity of local restaurants that contribute their signature dishes as well …

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10/07/2015

Schools

New Active Learning Center In Harrison Models Classroom Of The Future HARRISON, N.Y. -- The Lower Hudson Regional Information Center in Harrison houses new active learning center models. “Since my arrival at the LHRIC, I have encouraged out-of-the-box thinking to permit this type of service to develop, which should enhance teaching and learning and encourage the development of 21st century learning skills,” said LHRIC Executive Director Dennis Lauro, a former superintendent of the Pelham School District. The Active Learning Center features four zones created to support unique learning interactions: the sharing studio, the reflection lounge, the "collab…

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10/07/2015

Neighbors

Mount Vernon Councilman Richard Thomas Visits Tennis Clinic MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Councilman Richard Thomas recently visited the children of Shining Stars Children's Reading and Tennis for pictures and a game. Thomas rolled up his sleeves and tucked in his tie before hitting tennis balls with the group. The children's access to the tennis courts has been limited. He is seeking answers as to why Memorial Field appears to have been privatized even though, according to the county Board of Legislators, it belongs to the city of Mount Vernon.

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10/07/2015

Schools

Valhalla Students, Staff Shave Heads For Cancer Awareness VALHALLA, N.Y. -- Approximately 75 students joined Valhalla School District employees in shaving their heads to raise money for childhood cancer research. Students, faculty and staff lined up at the Valhalla Firehouse to be shorn at the St. Baldrick's Foundation event. The Valhalla Fire Department gave tours and rides on their trucks and students attempted to soak their teachers in a dunk tank. Kensico, Valhalla Middle and Valhalla High School boys walked around, readying themselves to be shorn. Students donated $1 to St. Baldrick's and wore colors representing cancer on the last day of…

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10/07/2015

Politics

Mayor Spano's African-American Advisory Board Holds 'Chat and Chew' Event YONKERS, N.Y. -- The Center for the Urban River at Beczak (CURB) hosted Mayor Mike Spano's African- American Advisory Board for a "Chat and Chew" event on Sept. 25. "Chat and Chew" featured remarks from Spano, CURB Director Ryan Palmer, Councilman Chris Johnson, and African-American Advisory Board Chair Gail Baxter. In addition to Baxter, board members are the Rev. James N. Hassell, vice chair; Dwanita Crosby, secretary; Andrea Brown; Karen Schullere; Diana Temple-Brown; and Mark Hynes. The seven board members review city policies, recommend effective measures and pro…

by Frank Mojica

10/07/2015

Politics

Newtown Rep. Bolinsky Fights To Restore Budget Cuts In Services To Disabled NEWTOWN, Conn. -- State Rep. Mitch Bolinsky of Newtown and other Republican lawmakers renewed their call for a special session of the Legislature to restore funding for health care and special services. "I don't get it," said Bolinsky. "From the governor's original budget to today, he continues to make cuts to critical services needed most by our state's most vulnerable residents. "Each time, the ID/D caucus comes together with these brave spokespersons and their families in opposition to the cuts. We eventually all or most of this necessary funding restored only to ha…

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10/07/2015

Events

Lucinda Williams Comes To Bardavon 1869 Opera House DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- Grammy-winning artist Lucinda Williams will bring decades of hits to the Bardavon 1869 Opera House Sunday with backing band Buick 6. The singer-songwriter's first albums were of a traditional country and blues style, and her sound throughout the years has mixed in rock, folk and adult contemporary. She has been nominated for 15 Grammy Awards and won for Best Country Song for "Passionate Kisses," Best Contemporary Folk Album for "Car Wheels on a Gravel Road" and Best Female Rock Vocal Performance for "Get Right with God." Williams' lat…

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10/07/2015

Schools

Ossining Superintendent Makes Attendance A Priority OSSINING, N.Y. -- Superintendent Raymond Sanchez has joined a nationwide Call to Action that emphasizes the importance of school attendance. “The consequences of missing too much school are severe,” Sanchez said. “They include falling behind academically and being at a higher risk for dropping out of high school. It’s up to all of us – parents, teachers, medical professionals, nonprofit groups, community members and others – to help keep our children on track.” Sanchez and more than 200 other superintendents nationwide have committed to reducing chronic student absences, improving attendan…

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10/07/2015

Schools

Briarcliff Student Wins County Women In Tech Award BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Briarcliff High School senior Brigitte Obermeyer received recognition at the Women in Tech Awards on Oct. 1. “I was shocked when I found out I won,” said Brigitte. “It’s an incredible award.” Her passion for engineering and math began at age 12. Brigitte is a member of the Math Honor Society, Engineering Club, Chemistry Club and Intel science research program at Briarcliff. She was nominated by her school counselor Erin Mangan. Brigitte was the sole high school student in Westchester County to be recognized at the luncheon alongside a Westchester Community Colleg…

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10/07/2015

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