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Peekskill's Wheelabrator Names New CEO PEEKSKILL, N.Y. — Wheelabrator Technologies Inc., which operates the Wheelabrator Westchester plant in Peekskill, has named Robert “Bob” C. Boucher Jr. the new president and CEO effective Monday, succeeding Mark A. Weidman. Weidman has announced his retirement as president and CEO of Wheelabrator after 25 years with the company. He has been critical to building the Wheelabrator business, including under Waste Management’s ownership, in the U.S., the U.K., and other international markets. Weidman will remain with Wheelabrator in a consulting role to ensure a smooth transition with the co…

by Robert Mikulak

07/10/2015

Events

Greenwich Cocktail Reception Benefits Orphans GREENWICH, Conn. -- Becker Salon in Greenwich will host a cocktail reception to benefit Orphans International Worldwide from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the salon at 380 Greenwich Ave. The event will benefit ongoing educational efforts in Haiti, India, Indonesia and Sri Lanka as well as Nepal in the wake of the recent earthquakes there. The reception will be hosted by Orphans Internation Worldwide board member Sara Herbert-Galloway. The suggested donation is $50 and is tax-deductible. To RSVP, email sara@lucefoundation.org.

by Robert Mikulak

07/10/2015

Schools

New Rochelle Schools Grant Tenure To 2 Principals NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The New Rochelle Board of Education recently awarded tenure to two principals and swore in new board members. Trinity School Principal Anthony DiCarlo and Columbus School Principal Sonia Nunez received tenure at the meeting. In addition, Westchester County Surrogate Court Judge Brandon Sall officiated at the swearing-in of new board member Maddali Paci Atallah and returning board member Lianne Merchant, who was re-elected president by her peers. Board member Rachel Relkin was also re-elected to the role of vice president. Both votes were unanimous. A highlight …

by Robert Mikulak

07/10/2015

Neighbors

Harrison Mayor Ron Belmont Reports On July 4, Library, Roads HARRISON, N.Y. -- I hope you all had a safe and relaxing Fourth of July. I was happy to see familiar friends and new faces at this year’s fireworks display in downtown Harrison. I would like to recognize Roy Aletti for his hard work in delivering an event that was enjoyed by all. Harrison’s summer concert series got off to a great start on July 4. Mark your calendars for the return of Club Dennis and The Dennis “Dion” Nardone Show on July 22 in downtown Harrison. The concert event begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. and will include a magic act and balloon sculptures. I encourage everyone to join…

by Ron Belmont

07/10/2015

Neighbors

Briarcliff's Laura Scott Schaefer Receives Award For Children's Book BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- The Mom’s Choice Awards has named “The Crumbles Chronicles: Tails of a Nervous Dog” by Briarcliff resident Laura Scott Schaefer as among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. “As soon as I got this quirky rescue dog," says Schaefer, “I knew the book had to be written. My goal was to imbue acceptance in a humorous book actually narrated from the perspective of an insecure pup.” The book and accompanying fan club have been growing in popularity, and the second book is slated for release at the end of the summer. A portion of all sales goes to …

by Robert Mikulak

07/10/2015

Events

Westchester Clerk Helps Process Passports In Somers SOMERS, N.Y. -- Westchester County Clerk Timothy Idoni’s community outreach staff will be at Reis Park in Somers on Wednesday, July 22, to help residents process passport requests. The service will be available from 6-8:30 p.m. to take applicants' photos and help will the application process. Applicants should bring proof that they are U.S. citizens such as a previous U.S. passport or an original or certified copy of their birth certificate, a valid driver’s license or a government-issued identification card. The total fee is $135 for adult applicants (16 and older) and $105 for ch…

by Robert Mikulak

07/10/2015

Neighbors

Norwalk's Lorraine Santo Retires From STAR After 33 Years NORWALK, Conn. -- After over 30 years of service with STAR Inc., Lighting the Way, Norwalk resident Lorraine Santo has retired from her position in accounts payable. Santo started part-time doing STAR’s payroll in 1982 and has served in several capacities at STAR since then, including accounts payable. STAR is a local nonprofit agency serving people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities in Mid-Fairfield County since 1952. Santo initially applied to STAR because her son had started kindergarten and friends Rose Gravante and Irene Curtin, both previous STAR employees, sugge…

by Robert Mikulak

07/09/2015

News

Developer Unveils Plan For Bridgeport's South End Waterfront BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – A Westport developer is eying a $57 million project that would build 1,200 apartments, restaurants, a waterfront promenade and 205-slip marina in Bridgeport's South End. “This is yet another illustration that developers are choosing Bridgeport to build their projects, creating jobs and building our tax base and our future,” said Mayor Bill Finch. “We are see seeing it happen in Steelpointe Harbor. We are seeing it in Downtown North, in the Hollow, in Black Rock and in all our city neighborhoods. This is an exciting time for the Park City, and we are building on this mom…

by Robert Mikulak

07/09/2015

Events

Norwalk Symphony Presents Free Pops In The Park Concert NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Symphony Orchestra will join with local arts organizations to present a free Broadway pops concert at the Gallaher Mansion in Cranbury Park on Grumman Avenue at 3 p.m. Sunday. Young musicians from the Talent Education Suzuki School will open the program, followed by Norwalk Symphony Music Director Jonathan Yates conducting members of the Norwalk Youth Symphony and the Norwalk Symphony in Rossini's "Barber of Seville." Guest Music Conductor Paul Bogaev, Grammy and Emmy Award-winning conductor and composer, will then take the podium to conduct a group of Broa…

by Robert Mikulak

07/09/2015

Neighbors

Stamford's SilverSource Names Karen Kelly Board Chair STAMFORD, Conn. -- Karen M. Kelly, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for First County Bank and vice president of the First County Bank Foundation, has been elected chair of the SilverSource board of directors. Kelly, a Norwalk resident, has been a member of the SilverSource board since 2011 and has served on the development and governance committees. Kelly brings over 25 years' experience in financial services marketing as well as experience developing strategic positioning. Before her work at the bank, Kelly served as vice president of marketing for the investment bank…

by Robert Mikulak

07/09/2015

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