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Wcsu Features Hip-Hop Show On Race, Identity In Danbury DANBURY, Conn. -- A personal message with a big theme about race, class and identity will be delivered as a hip-hop performance by a team of millennial performers at Western Connecticut State University in Danbury. Rapper and hip-hop artist Andrew “Fig” Figueroa wrote and stars in “Mixed-Race Mixtape,” a theater presentation that will be presented for the second time at the Student Center Theater on the WCSU Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury. An open mic starts at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, followed by the hip-hop presentation. The performance is free, and the public is invited. Figueroa, thro…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

Sports

Cacc Preseason Coach’s Poll Picks Concordia To Finish First BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The eighth-ranked Concordia Clippers have been chosen to finish in first place, according to the recently released Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference Men’s Tennis Preseason Coach’s Poll. The voting was conducted by the conference's seven head coaches and announced Thursday morning. Concordia received 49 points, all seven first-place votes in the poll. Chestnut Hill is second with 39 points, while Post rounds out the top-three with 32 points. In 2015, the Clippers finished the season with a 21-5 overall record while finishing with a 6-0 CACC record. Concordia captured…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

Events

Tuckahoe Public Library Offers Zentangle Art Lessons For Adults EASTCHESTER, N.Y. -- The Tuckahoe Public Library is hosting a session for adults on Zentangle art on Saturday, March 12, at 1 p.m. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Almost anyone can use it to create beautiful images. It increases focus and creativity, provides artistic satisfaction along with an increased sense of personal well-being. The Zentangle Method is enjoyed all over this world across a wide range of skills, interests and ages. Instructor Joyce Kubinec has been "tangling" for a few ye…

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02/20/2016

Lifestyle

Fair Lawn Eateries Cook Up Taste Of Our Town Treats FAIR LAWN, N.J. -- The Fair Lawn Chamber of Commerce is hosting A Taste of Our Town on Monday, Feb. 29.From 6 to 8 p.m. that day at the Fair Lawn Community Center, there will be samples from several restaurants in town. The price to attend is $20 in advance, before Feb. 26, and $25 at the door, where only check or cash will be accepted. All proceeds will go to the Fair Lawn Department of Health and Human Services Food Pantry. The community center is at 10-10 Kipp St. For more information, call 201-796-7050.

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

News

New York, Rockland Hunters Prefer To Target Older Bucks ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- A multiyear state study to guide buck management has found deer hunters in Rockland County and the rest of New York state prefer to harvest older bucks and that further expanding mandatory antler restrictions are not warranted.Basil Seggos, Department of Environmental Conservation acting commissioner, announced that instead, the state will encourage hunters to voluntarily pass up shots at younger bucks as a management method to best serve the interests of deer hunters across the state. “Through this study, DEC engaged with the hunting community to determine the best…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

Police & Fire

Bethel Police Warn Parents Of Potentially Dangerous Apps For Teens FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Bethel police are sharing a warning on Facebook to parents about apps their teens may be using that can be dangerous. Here are some excerpts from that link, which was originally posted by the Fairfield Public Schools: Tinder: An app that is used for hooking-up and dating. It is easy for adults and minors to find one another. Snapchat: This app allows a user to send photos and videos to anyone on his/her friend list then the image “destructs” after the allotted time. It is the number one app used for sexting. Blendr: A flirting app used to meet new people through …

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

Events

Mount Vernon Library Book Club Makes Choice For Black History Month MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- The Mount Vernon Public Library will host a discussion as a part of the brown bag book discussion club and Black History Month. They will discuss "On Her Own Ground: The Life and Times of Madam C.J. Walker" by A'leila Blundes. Walker was a African-American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and the first female self-made millionaire in America. On Thursday, Feb. 25, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. the discussion will take place in the trustees room. Light refreshments will be served. For questions contact Nishan Stepak at nstepak@wlsmail.org.

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

News

Tappan Zee Bridge Work Forces Exit, Lane Changes ORANGETOWN, N.Y. -- Tappan Zee Constructors will continue the final phases of demolition of the New York State Thruway Authority’s former maintenance offices in Tarrytown next week. Crews will remove the roof and walls of the facility before excavating the building’s foundations and garage facilities. Bridge maintenance teams currently operate from a temporary facility near Exit 12 in West Nyack. The demolition will make way for a new maintenance facility building, which will begin construction this spring. Field testing of the project’s temporary all-electronic toll collection, or AETC, sy…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

Lifestyle

Pamper Your Pet For National Love Your Pet Day, Ridgefield Pet lovers everywhere observe National Love Your Pet Day on Feb. 20. This unofficial national holiday is a day set aside to give extra attention to and pamper pets as well as focus on the special relationship that people have with their pets. Whether bringing your pet a special treat, taking an extra long walk or giving them more attention, it all constitutes celebrating National Love Your Pet Day. Use #NationalLoveYourPetDay to post on social media.

by Jason Bisnoff

02/20/2016

News

Edgewater Arts Council Seeks Exhibits For Festival EDGEWATER, N.J. -- The Edgewater Arts Council is holding its annual arts and music festival on Sept. 18 and is seeking artists to participate. The juried art show, in its 25th year, offers $5,000 in cash awards.Click here for more information or to reserve a space.

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02/20/2016

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