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Lifestyle

Free Health Screenings Offered In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- February is Heart Month and Get Healthy CT, the regional wellness coalition of hospitals, health departments and other health and social service providers, urges Fairfield County residents to take a higher level of accountability in its monthly health feature, “Know Your Numbers for Heart and Diabetes,” As part of its second annual Know Your Numbers campaign, Get Healthy CT, in cooperation with its member organizations, will offer the following free blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and body mass index screenings: Stratford Town Hall Council Chambers, 2725 Main …

by Jason Bisnoff

02/08/2016

Schools

Pre-K Program Holds Open House At Barlow Mountain School RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The Ridgefield Public Schools pre-k program will hold open house sessions for the parents of peer models at Barlow Mountain Elementary School in February and March. The program is designed for 3- and 4-year-old children with special needs along with typically developing peers who live in Ridgefield. At the open house parents and caregivers will learn more about the program while their children participate in an informal screening. Open house dates are Feb. 10 and Feb. 24, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m March 2, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m or 1 to 3 p.m. March 9, from 10 a.m. to …

by Jason Bisnoff

02/08/2016

Politics

Shelton Reps: Malloy Long On Tough Talk During Short Session SHELTON, Conn. -- They had hoped for a message from Gov. Dannel P. Malloy at the start of the 2016 legislative session that indicated a serious change in fiscal direction for the state, said State Reps. Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) and Ben McGorty (R-Shelton, Stratford, Trumbull). Instead, they said they heard a partisan budget message that lacked the types of structural changes that the state of Connecticut needs to end continuing budget deficits and build the economy. Before a joint session of the House and Senate last week, Malloy outlined his plan for a $19.87 billion state budget that r…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/08/2016

Events

Romance Authors To Speak At Ferguson Library In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Friends Author Series will welcome a panel of three of today’s hottest romance authors to the Ferguson Library in Stamford on Thursday, Feb. 11. Bring your friends and enjoy food, wine, conversation, and fun when bestselling authors Kristan Higgins, Eloisa James, and Laura Moore talk about their new books and answer audience questions. Tickets are $15 and include a wine reception with appetizers generously provided by Del Frisco’s Grille, Hudson Grille and Pearl East. All proceeds benefit the library. The reception will begin at 6:3…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/08/2016

Sports

Greeley Boys Swimming, Diving Team Wins Conference Championship CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- On Saturday, Jan. 30, the Greeley Boys Swimming and Diving Team won their 8th Conference Championship in a row. Their margin of victory was 251 points and Quakers won numerous medals throughout the day. The list of winners include: 200 Medley Relay: 2nd place: Tyler Hill, Andrew Schmitt, John Koster and River Elms 200 Freestyle: 1st place: River Elms, 2nd place: Felipe Carvao, 3rd Graham Blair 200 Individual Medley: 2nd place: John Koster 50 Freestyle: 1st place: Tyler Hill 100 Butterfly: 1st place: John Koster; 3rd place: Michael Gaigon 100 Freestyle: 1st place: Tyler …

by Jason Bisnoff

02/08/2016

Lifestyle

Spins Bowl Poughkeepsie Opens 50,000 Sq. Ft. Entertainment Center POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Spins Bowl Poughkeepsie has just opened a new family entertainment center in Poughkeepsie. The massive 50,000 square foot complex features 34-bowling lanes a restaurant, bar and VIP area. They will soon be adding a laser tag arena and arcade. The new facility is open seven days a week. For more information visit their website or call them at 845-471-1820.

by Jason Bisnoff

02/07/2016

Neighbors

New Rochelle YMCA Seeks To Hire Group Exercise Instructors NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The YMCA in New Rochelle is looking for group exercise instructors with experience teaching exercise to adults. The Y would prefer to hire those with fitness certification from ACE, AFFA or YMCA. All candidates must have current CPR certification along with experience, motivation and energy. The shifts needed are weekdays and weekends from 9-10 a.m. as well as weeknights from 8-9. There are also substituting opportunities. All applicants must provide three employment references and a criminal background check. To apply, send your resume to csullivan@nrymca.org or d…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/07/2016

Schools

Westlake Science Olympiad Team Shines In Regionals MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. -- Westlake High School's Science Olympiad team participated in the Lower Hudson Valley Regionals at Byram Hills High School on Jan. 30, and the students' hard work paid off. Science Olympiad veterans Dean Perkins and Xavier Varga took second place in the electric vehicle event, where a programmed car had to stop closest to a designated spot on the runway. The pair also placed 10th in the robotics competition, a test to see how many objects their homemade robot could pick up and put away. Teammates Steven Brunetto and Charles Panzarella placed fifth in the air trajector…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/07/2016

Lifestyle

Suffern Studio Offers Zumba Birthday Parties For Kids SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Rockland Dance and Fitness Studio in Suffern has started to offer Zumba birthday parties for kids. Rockland Dance and Fitness is at 74 Lafayette Ave. For more information or to book, contact the dance studio at 845-729-9413 or visit the website.

by Jason Bisnoff

02/06/2016

Schools

Brewster High Teacher Patricia Taylor Wins Teacher Of The Month Award BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Brewster High School's Patricia Taylor is the latest honoree of the monthly teacher of the month series on radio station Kicks 105.5. After being nominated on the website, she was selected for January's award. As a part of her reward, she receives a custom plaque and dinner for two in the area. The nomination spoke glowingly of the area teacher saying: "Mrs Taylor is taking 108 students to Virginia Beach on April 16 until the 19. Mrs Taylor loves her students and she is always around to help any student in the school and all the students would do anything for her just…

by Jason Bisnoff

02/06/2016

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