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Remaking Playland Moves Ahead With Hiring Of Engineer RYE, N.Y. -- Westchester has hired engineers to design the county's capital projects to refurbish and upgrade Playland Park. A team led by LiRo Engineers, Inc. includes the Westchester firm, Savin Engineers. “The consultants will ensure that this series of capital projects is streamlined and executed efficiently, said County Executive Robert P. Astorino making the recent announcement. Under the county's partnership with the park's manager, Standard Amusements, it is responsible for hiring an engineering consultant to provide design, construction and program administration. The consultant…

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Police & Fire

Mount Vernon Firefighter Instagram Poster Suspended MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- The Mount Vernon firefighter who allegedly made Instagram comments after the Dallas police killings calling for killing more police has been suspended, according to News 12.Lt. Omar Lanier is accused of using the social media account under the name “Live Republic,” according to News 12, which reported that the controversial post said, in part, “Hooray for Dallas and the real gangstas who took the shots.” The Instagram post, which has since been removed, also called for people to “Let’s keep it going,” according to News 12. Click here to read the News12 report. Click h…

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Lifestyle

Poughkeepse Community Day Draws Crowds POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Many visitors were drawn to the free Community Day Celebration in Poughkeepsie on Saturday, the Poughkeepsie Journal reported. Bardavon was host of the free Upper Saddle River Park Community Day Celebration that featured food and entertainment, including a petting zoo. “It’s fun,” Eric Ashburn, of Poughkeepsie, told the Poughkeepsie Journal. “It’s great to be able to come down to the park and experience all the multicultural entertainment." Bands included Jarana Beat, Kim & Reggie Harris, among others. Click here to read more about the event on Daily Voice. …

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Events

Aging At Home Tips Available At Jewish Home In River Vale Event RIVER VALE, N.J. -- There's no place like home, especially for seniors, who experts say prefer to age in place. That's where traditional assisted living organizations like Jewish Home in River Vale can help. Since launching its Jewish Home at Home community programs in 2010, hundreds of area residents have been able to avail themselves of services while aging in place. Offerings include home modification, adult day care, and personal and home care. You can learn more at a casual wine and cheese event from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday at the Jewish Home in River Vale. Aging pros will be on hand to …

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Police & Fire

Woman Killed In Crash Identified As Stratford Dispatcher STRATFORD, Conn. -- The person killed Monday in a fatal Stratford crash has been identified as 35-year-old Stratford dispatcher Laura Price, according to the Stratford Star. Price, a Seymour resident, was an emergency dispatcher for eight years in Stratford, said the Stratford Star. She previously worked with the Pine Rock Park Fire Department in Shelton and with the Shelton Police Department. Price had been going north on Main Street just past 12 a.m. when her vehicle veered into the southbound lane and hit a tree, according to the Stratford Star. She died later in Bridgeport Hospital fro…

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Neighbors

Happy Birthday To Ridgewood's Joe Antonacci RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- Happy Birthday to Ridgewood's Joe Antonacci!The boxing ring announcer and emcee turns 56 today. Born Aug. 9, 1960, the Ridgewood native and resident is famous for his televised boxing ring appearances in a tuxedo on ESPN's "Friday Night Fights," the NBC Sports Network, HBO, Showtime and GoFightLive TV. Nicknamed "Generous Joe," he donates all of his ring earnings to assist injured and retired amateur and professional boxers in need, to overcome their disabilities incurred as a result of their bouts, and to amateur boxing organizations. Antonacci also …

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

News

New City Resident Is Rockland's New Office For Aging Director NEW CITY, N.Y. -- A new Director of the Office for the Aging in Rockland County has been appointed to replace June Molof, who retired after 41 years. She is Tina M. Cardoza-Izquierdo, a health care administrator of more than 25 years, most recently at Nyack Hospital. The New City resident is married with four children. "We are confident that Tina has the skills, background and compassion needed to take the helm of this very important department that is charged with assisting our seniors as they age," said Ed Day, Rockland County Executive in making the announcement. "She wi…

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Events

Paramus Cooking Class Will Pickle Almost Anything PARAMUS, N.J. -- Paramus area gardeners: Want to carry your harvest into the non-growing seasons? Learn how to can and preserve food in cooking classes Cuisinart is sponsoring at The Culinary Superstore in Paramus. The first class is Saturday, Aug. 13. Canning is a tradition in many cultures, with families recipes proudly passed down for generations. Technology has brought new ways to can and preserve food that improve quality and shelf life. The classes will give the basics of pickling and canning, as well as identifying equipment needed to get started. Students Saturday will receive …

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

News

Yonkers Family Seeks Help Finding Missing 16-Year-Old YONKERS, N.Y. -- A family in Yonkers is asking for help finding a missing teenager.He is 16-year-old Yhoanderson Jimenez who was last seen Tuesday, Aug. 2 in the Bronx. Anyone with information is asked to contact the parents, Juan Avila at (646)-670-8560 or Rosa Germosen at (646)-670-8557.

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

Events

Dragon Movie On Tap At Bedford Hills Center If battling dragons is on your kids' list of summer entertainment, head over Thursday, Aug. 11 to the Bedford Hills Community House.The Bedford Hills Free Library will present a a family movie and summer reading game finale with showing of "How to Train Your Dragon." There will be popcorn, prizes, and fun for families. Kids are invited to go in pajamas and bring a favorite beach chair or blanket. "How to Train Your Dragon" (2010 - PG) is based on author Cressida Cowell’s 12-book series of the same name. To sign up, call the library at (914)666-6472 or visit www.bedford…

by Donna Christopher

08/09/2016

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