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Politics

River Edge Councilman Quits In Wake Of Book Controversy RIVER EDGE, N.J. -- Anthony Cappola has quit his post on the River Edge Borough Council after reports he wrote a book containing racials slurs and other offensive material, according to a report on NorthJersey.com. Cappola also stepped down as a Republican candidate for state Assembly, forcing GOP officials to seek a replacement candidate in the 38th District, NorthJersey.com reported. The book contains negative depictions of African-Americans, gays and lesbians, Asians and other people, according to NorthJersey.com. To read the full report, click here.

by Robert Mikulak

10/03/2015

Neighbors

Paterson Boys, Girls Club Gets Visit From NY Giant Victor Cruz PATERSON, N.J. -- Two New York Giants players visited children at the Boys & Girls Club in Paterson as part of an episode of "The Hookup" that airs Saturday and Sunday on the YES network. Wide receiver Victory Cruz and defensive back Prince Amukamara are featured in the episode. Cruz goes back to his roots in Paterson to support the Boys & Girls Club he attended as a kid. Cruz’s upbringing was not easy, but visiting the club every day had a tremendous impact on him by laying a foundation of values that helped clear a path for a successful NFL career. Cruz always vowed …

by Robert Mikulak

10/03/2015

Police & Fire

Video Allegedly Shows Paterson Officer Kick, Point Gun At Man PATERSON, N.J. -- The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office is investigating online videos that purport to show an off-duty Paterson police officer kicking a man and pointing a gun at him, according to a report on NJ.com. The videos reportedly came from a cellphone and a security camera from a Main Street store in Paterson, NJ.com reported. The officer, who has not been identified, reportedly was looking for a person who had stabbed his son, according to NJ.com. To read the full story, click here.

by Robert Mikulak

10/03/2015

Police & Fire

Dutchess Sheriff Provides Info On Pair Facing Vehicle Break-in Charges DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Dutchess County Sheriff's Department is providing more info on the two Pawling men -- including a Danbury, Conn., police officer -- who have been charged in a series of vehicle break-ins in the LaGrange area. Arrested were Anthony Ramos, 28, and William Tyson, 26. Ramos is a police officer with the city of Danbury Police Department in Connecticut, authorities said. Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a larceny from a vehicle on Arthursburg Road in LaGrange about 1:40 a.m. Sept. 25, according to the Sheriff's Department. Ramos and Tyson were found near …

by Robert Mikulak

10/03/2015

Events

Enjoy Music Of The '60s At Chappaqua Library Program CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Members of the Chappaqua Orchestra will perform music of the 1960s at 3 p.m. Sunday. The program will feature the music of Bob Dylan, the Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel, Artha Franklin, Motown, "Mary Poppins," "The Sound of Music," Jefferson Airplane and more of the music that defined the decade. For more information, visit http://chappaqualibrary.org/events/.

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

Events

Support Connection Aided By Westchester, Putnam Women's Group Fundraiser PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Professional Women of Westchester and Professional Women of Putnam will host a special benefit event on Tuesday, Oct. 20, with proceeds going to Support Connection Inc., a not-for-profit organization that provides free, confidential support services to people with breast and ovarian cancer. The event will take place from 6-8 p.m. at Augie's Prime Cut, 3436 Lexington Ave., Mohegan Lake. There will be raffles, pink hair extensions and vendors. The Professional Women of Westchester and Putnam encourages women from a variety of trades, even the same trades, to connect and…

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

Events

Scarsdale Library Serves Up Programs For Children SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- Make It Monday kicks off the children’s programs for the week on Monday at 4 p.m. the Scarsdale Public Library. This is an advanced craft program for children ages 7 and older. Registration is required at the library website, www.scarsdalelibrary.org. Chi-Chi Bestmann brings her viola and violin for another performance of Petite Concerts for preschool children on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. At 4 p.m., the weekly Traditional Tuesday Storytime will feature stories and rhymes designed specifically for ages 3 1/2 to 5. The 2nd Grade Book Club will meet Wednesday at 4:15 p.m. The…

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

Events

Bronxville Sidewalk Sale Will Take Place Rain Or Shine BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The Bronxville Fall Sidewalk Sale takes place Friday and Saturday, rain or shine.In case of inclement weather, some businesses may opt to bring their offerings indoors, while others may be affected otherwise. Stores throughout the village will offer special prices on retail, food, and services. Event sponsors are Merit Auto Body and People's United Bank. Below is a preliminary list of participating businesses, and there may be more surprises. Adrian East, 122 Kraft Ave. Allstate –handing out Halloween bags and balloons and raffling off an Allstate stadium chair alon…

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

Schools

Bomb Threat Forces Evacuation Of West Milford High School WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- A bomb threat at West Milford High forced the building to be evacuated Friday morning, according to a report in NJ.com. The threat was discovered written on a wall in a boys restroom at the school, NJ.com reported. The school was inspected by the Passaic County Sheriff's Department K-9 squad, but no bomb was uncovered, and classes later resumed, NJ.com reported. To read the full report, click here.

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

Events

Chappaqua Children's Book Festival Gets Nod In NY Times CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- The Chappaqua Children Book Festival, scheduled for Saturday, has caught the attention of The New York Times. In an article that appeared Friday, The Times spoke to some of the authors who will be at the fair at Robert E. Bell Middle School. About 85 children's book authors and illustrators are expected to attend this year, up from the 70 or so at last year's festival. To read the full article, click here.

by Robert Mikulak

10/02/2015

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