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Cassandra Huerta

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Politics

Katz: Give Commerzbank Settlement To The People WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Assemblyman Steve Katz (R,C-Yorktown) has issued a statement on the Commerzbank settlement. In its lawsuit against Commerzbank, New York State has been awarded $610 million. This money will be used as part of the state budget for the next year, and, in conjunction with other money, Katz believes it would be better spent in the hands of the people as a STAR rebate check. "People always spend money better than the government, and Albany should honor that by sending roughly $500 more in STAR rebates back to the people," Katz said. "The state wasn't expecting…

by Steve Katz

03/31/2015

Events

Pelham's Picture House Presents Children's Film Festival PELHAM, N.Y. -- The Picture House Regional Film Center in Pelham will present New York International Children's Film Festival: Westchester, from April 17 to April 26. The event takes place just one month after the close of New York International Children’s Film Festival 2015, which ran from February 27 through March 22 at theaters throughout Manhattan. The festival will kick off on Friday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. with an opening celebration and screening of the animated French film "Mune," fresh from its North American premiere. The closing ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 26 at…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Neighbors

Scarsdale's Teen Center Seeks New Board Members For 2015-2016 SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- The Board of The Center @ 862, also known as the Scarsdale Teen Center, invites community members who support the mission of a safe, alcohol- and drug-free place for Scarsdale youth, to join them. Responsibilities of the board include oversight of and setting policy for the center, promoting community relations and encouraging community-driven programming and events. Board members work in various committees depending on their interest and skills. While lawyers and financial wizards are always welcome, the board also needs energetic fundraisers, publicity gurus to reach …

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Events

Scarsdale Reads Features Ron Lieber's 'The Opposite Of Spoiled' SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- The Scarsdale Library has announced the spring selection for Scarsdale Reads is “The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money” by New York Times columnist Ron Lieber. The bestseller is the second selection in Scarsdale Reads, a community reading initiative that encourages friends and neighbors to have ongoing conversations around a shared reading experience. “We are delighted to host Ron Lieber in a discussion of his book at the library on Monday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m. ‘The Opposite of Spoiled’ has received a lot of national a…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

News

Putnam Valley Democrats Pick Sherry Howard For Town Clerk Race PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- The Putnam Valley Democratic Committee has added Sherry Howard to its slate of candidates for town offices in November 2015. Howard will run for town clerk, joining former six-term county Legislator Sam Oliverio the Democratic candidate for town supervisor, on the ticket. Howard brings a long history of public service and professional experience to her candidacy. Having been employed with the Putnam Valley Department of Parks and Recreation since 1999, she has been senior clerk of the department since 2005. Howard also serves as president of the Putnam Valley…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

News

Putnam Hospital Center's Parent Company Launches CancerConnect PUTNAM, N.Y. -- Putnam Valley Hospital's parent company, Health Quest, has launched a new community called CancerConnect, which allows cancer patients to come together for support. Post questions, comment on discussions and find support about living with cancer by signing up for Health Quest’s newly launched CancerConnect. This online community allows local cancer patients and their loved ones to interact with more than 50,000 other members across the country going through similar diagnoses and treatments at any time of day, from anywhere. Mid-Hudson Valley users can post within the Hea…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Schools

City School District Of New Rochelle Holds Another Successful Read Aloud NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The City School District of New Rochelle had a successful 13th Annual Jefferson Great Read Aloud, an opportunity to highlight the importance of literacy, Friday, March 27. Listening to books being read aloud is a tremendous learning tool for children and helps with fluency, especially for those students who are learning English as a second language. Among many VIP readers present were Board of Education President Lianne Merchant, Board Vice President Rachel Relkin, Board members Chrisanne Petrone and David Lacher, Superintendent Dr. Brian Osborne, ALMS Principal Jo…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Lifestyle

Encore Bistro In Rye Reviewed By NY Times RYE, N.Y. -- Rye's very own Encore Bistro had an appealing interior design, which was similar to bistros in France, but offered some disappointments with their menu, according to the New York Times. Some of the meals didn't look as pleasing as they sounded, lack certain ingredients, or wer either overcooked or undercooked, said nytimes.com. To read the full review, click here.

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Lifestyle

Rye's Wainwright House Gets Nod From NY Times RYE, N.Y. -- The Wainwright House in Rye received compliments on its Soul Vision workshop, held by Linda Richichi, according to nytimes.com. The Wainwright House offers many different kinds of programs that are not only enriching for the spirit but offer participants different ways to understand their own bodies and minds, said nytimes.com. To read the whole story, visit here.

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

Schools

The Eastchester Public School's Hall Of Fame Returns EASTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Although there hasn't been an Eastchester Hall of Fame induction since 2004, the school district is seeking nominations for new candidates. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more information. The event will be Thursday, October 22 at the newly renovated Mulino’s at Lake Isle. Do you know an Eastchester grad that has accomplished great things? Areas of achievement may include the arts, sciences, business, education, sports, entertainment, military service, professional leadership, volunteerism, community service, etc. Alumni (grads prior to 2005) and Eastches…

by Cassandra Huerta

03/31/2015

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