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Fuel Spill Poses Threat To Hudson River TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- A fuel spill in Tarrytown is causing environmental concerns in the Hudson River, according to News 12. Calls to police began around 11 p.m. Wednesday night, about the smell emanating across from the Metro-North station. There was an oily layer on top of the water and booms were placed in the water to temporarily block the spillage. Westchester County Emergency Services was called and couldn't find the source as it came from several storm drains in the area. The Department of Environmental Conservation was to join the search Thursday, according to News 12. Click here to …

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Police & Fire

Yonkers Honors Local Officers During Police Week YONKERS, N.Y. -- Yonkers honored some members of its Police Department on Wednesday, according to News 12. A selection of officers received awards for their accomplishments and work as part of Police Week, which will conclude Sunday, May 14, with a Memorial Mass at St. Eugene's Church, according to News 12. Click here to read the at News 12 report.

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Police & Fire

Croton Firefighters Respond To Two Calls CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Two calls and department training kept Croton firefighters busy on Wednesday. At 10:34 a.m., companies were called to the Discovery Cove complex on Half Moon Bay Drive for an odor of gas inside. A small leak was found at the meter outside. Con Edison made repairs with no incident. At 8:20 p.m., Marine 12 was called out to the Hudson River to investigate a potential overturned vessel. Nothing was found in the area however conflicting reports of a large stationary rock and a "Port-A-Potty" floating in the water were investigated further south by the Tarry…

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Police & Fire

Two Surrender To Ramapo Police On Warrants RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Two residents turned themselves in at the Ramapo Police Department headquarters on unrelated cases Wednesday, May 11. A 20-year-old female Airmont resident surrendered on arrest warrant and a 43-year-old female New Hempstead resident answered a criminal summons for criminal contempt. On Wednesday there were also accidents at these locations: West Central Avenue in Monsey; Viola Road in New Hempstead; Ralph Boulevard in Kaser; Spook Rock Road in Wesley Hills, Grant Street in Sloatsburg, Route 59 in Airmont, and Phyllis Terrace in Kaser. In addition to the arrests and acci…

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Schools

Scarsdale Board of Education Discusses Curriculum, Finances At Meeting SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- A business meeting of the Scarsdale Board Of Education took place on May 4 and reports were given by members of various board committees.Here are the highlights: Communications: Boiler replacements in the district are under discussion. Curriculum: Members reported that the District will not participate in New York State Field Tests.The District’s assessment development work continues, including a five-year plan to implement Reading and Writing Workshops kindergarten through fifth grade. Work also continues in curriculum development, notably in STEAM. Finance/Budget: The …

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

News

Putnam Humane Society Highlights Homer The Cat PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Homer is a mature male cat at the Putnam Humane Society. He is described as a very friendly, outgoing and independent boy who likes to explore his environment and will speak when he wants attention. Homer is looking for a perfect home. Come and meet him and his kitty friends at the shelter from 10 a.m.-4:15 p.m. daily. Dogs are available from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. The shelter is at 68 Old Route 6 in Carmel.

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Schools

Letter: Solomon Seeks Re-Election To Bedford School Board, New Colleagues BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The Bedford Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit your letter, email bedford@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: It’s been an honor and a privilege to have served as a member of the Bedford Central School District Board of Education for the last three years. Our community is full of wonderful people and deserve better than what the School Board has provided. For most of my three years on the board, I have been a minority voice. It’s because I’ve tried to do what’s right, not what’s popular. As you can imagine, I have met with s…

by Mike Solomon

05/12/2016

Schools

Our Lady Of Lourdes High In Poughkeepsie Features Senior Recital POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Our Lady Of Lourdes High School seniors will take a final bow at the annual Senior Recital. The Class of 2016 will perform in its final show Friday at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes auditorium. Admission is free with a reception to follow.

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Events

'Grand Market' Coming To Downtown New Rochelle On Saturdays NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The heart of downtown New Rochelle will transform into a community gathering place each Saturday beginning in June.An expanded New Rochelle Business Improvement District Grand Market will bring foods from the Catskills, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations, gardening activities for children and much more. A new relationship with farmers in the Catskills will bring fresh and cured meats, cheeses, poultry and fresh produce but the weekly event will be much more than just a farmers’ market. The Grand Market will be a celebration each Saturday, June 4 through Oct. …

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

Schools

Pawling Elementary Offers Bonding Event For Grandparents, Grandchildren PAWLING, N.Y. -- Pawling Elementary School will host Making Memories With Grandparents 2016, an annual Stone Soup Committee event on Friday, May 20, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. With help from volunteers, attendees can learn to create two keepsakes using materials from around the home, a bonding experience for grandparents and grandchildren. For more information and online registration click here.

by Jason Bisnoff

05/12/2016

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