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Albert M. Cicalo, 84, Retired Yonkers Police Detective Albert M. Cicalo, 84, Retired Yonkers Police Detective
Albert M. Cicalo, 84, Retired Yonkers Police Detective YONKERS, N.Y. -- Albert M. Cicalo, "Seeds," a lifetime Yonkers resident died at Calvary Hospital at the age of 84. For 25 years, Cicalo was a member of the Yonkers Police Department, retiring as a detective first class. He was one of the original emergency squad members.  As a young man, he played catcher in baseball's minor leagues and soon after he enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean War. During his tenure in the Police Department and in his retirement years, he was very active in the community. He helped found the North Yonkers Boys Club and was very involved with local…
Leatrice Kay Grubman, 81, Longtime Mamaroneck Resident Leatrice Kay Grubman, 81, Longtime Mamaroneck Resident
Leatrice Kay Grubman, 81, Longtime Mamaroneck Resident MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Leatrice Kay Grubman, a longtime resident of Mamaroneck, died Monday, Sept. 7, just before her 82nd birthday. Grubman was born in the Bronx to Solomon and Lena Lask.  She was a homemaker and was known for her cooking and generous nature. Her passion was children and spent many years as a child care provider after her own children went off to college. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter Grubman.  She is survived by her daughters, Diana Perez (Donald) and Michelle Miyashita (Tak); and her grandchildren, Joanna, Andrew, Kristy and Sammie. A graveside service was h…
Family Suing White Plains Makes New Claims In Shooting Death Family Suing White Plains Makes New Claims In Shooting Death
Family Suing White Plains Makes New Claims In Shooting Death WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- A lawyer for the family of a White Plains man killed by police in 2011 says Kenneth Chamberlain Sr. was lying on the floor at the time of the shooting, according to a report on LoHud.com.  Attorney Debra Cohen argued in federal court that a jury should rule on whether police were justified in shooting Chamberlain, 68, while he was injured and lying on the floor, LoHud.com reported.  The Chamberlain family filed a $21 million lawsuit against White Plains after a grand jury failed to indict the officers involved, according to LoHud.com.  To read the full article, click …
Stephen S. Santangelo, 95, Harrison Resident Stephen S. Santangelo, 95, Harrison Resident
Stephen S. Santangelo, 95, Harrison Resident HARRISON, N.Y. -- Stephen S. Santangelo, of Harrison, died at home on Friday, Sept. 4, at age 95. He was born in Rye on April 11, 1920, to Giacamo and Concetta Santangelo.  He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was the proprietor of Harbor Marine Canvas in Mamaroneck, specializing in custom alterations.  He was predeceased by his wife, Frances (Cavalluzzi) Santangelo; a daughter, Janet Sposato; and siblings, Tillo Santangelo, Jack Santangelo and Ann Wright.  He is survived his children, Fredric Esposito (and former daughter-in-law Maria Elena)and Lucille Esposito; his son-in-l…
Armonk Firm Receives Fines For Safety Violations Armonk Firm Receives Fines For Safety Violations
Armonk Firm Receives Fines For Safety Violations PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- A federal agency has fined three companies working on the old Rye Town Hall in Port Chester for safety violations, according to a report in LoHud.com. The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration in July issued fines totaling $11,480 to the contractors for unsafe excavation conditions at 10 Pearl St., LoHud.com reported. The penalized companies are Carvalho Construction Corp., of New Fairfield, Conn.; 10 South Pearl St. LLC, of Armonk; and Lea-Rome Inc., of Putnam Valley, according to LoHud.com. To read the full story, click here. 
Two Putnam Merchants Face Charges For Underage Alcohol Sales Two Putnam Merchants Face Charges For Underage Alcohol Sales
Two Putnam Merchants Face Charges For Underage Alcohol Sales PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Two people have been charged with violating alcoholic beverage sales law, according to Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith.  The people charged and businesses that failed a recent compliance check are: Eljo Joseph, 35, Shell Gas, 3411 Danbury Road, Southeast; and Nicholas Ligouri, 58, Bella Vino Spirits, Routes 6/22, Southeast. At both businesses, the clerks -- accused of completing sales without requiring proper identification -- were charged with first-degree unlawfully dealing with a child and issued an appearance ticket returnable to Southeast Town Court. Underc…
Bedford's Temple Shaaray Invites Community To High Holy Day Services Bedford's Temple Shaaray Invites Community To High Holy Day Services
Bedford's Temple Shaaray Invites Community To High Holy Day Services BEDFORD, N.Y. -- For the 10th year, Temple Shaaray Tefila in Bedford Corners offers High Holy Day services. Led by Rabbi Stacy Bergman, the services will be held on the mornings of Rosh Hashanah, Monday, Sept. 14, and Yom Kippur, Wednesday, Sept. 23 in the sanctuary at the temple.  The service for families with young children begins at 9:15 a.m., with a community service at 11 a.m.  “We welcome this opportunity to reach out to the greater Jewish community of Northern Westchester,” said Bergman. “We believe that everyone should be able to participate in a meaningful worship experience for t…
Jerry R. Gelardo Sr., 81, Mamaroneck Police Sergeant Jerry R. Gelardo Sr., 81, Mamaroneck Police Sergeant
Jerry R. Gelardo Sr., 81, Mamaroneck Police Sergeant MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Jerry R. Gelardo Sr., of Mamaroneck, died after a battle with MDS. He was 81. He was born Feb. 9, 1934, in Mount Vernon to Ralph and Pearl (Silver) Gelardo.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1956-58. Following his service, he joined the village of Mamaroneck Police Department, serving 29 years and achieving the rank of sergeant. He was an outdoors enthusiast who enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. He was also an extraordinary chef.  He was predeceased by his wife of 46 years Mary Jane (nee DiLeo). He is survived by his children, Patricia, Jerry Jr. and Donna Dente (Fra…
Fairfield's Greenfield Hill Church Honors Director Of Education For Service Fairfield's Greenfield Hill Church Honors Director Of Education For Service
Fairfield's Greenfield Hill Church Honors Director Of Education For Service FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Greenfield Hill Congregational Church in Fairfield will honor Marcia Carothers for her 25 years as director of Christian education on Sunday, Sept. 13, at 10:30 a.m. Carothers joined the staff of Greenfield Hill Church in the summer of 1990. Over those years, over 1,000 children have grown up under her guidance. With her direction, the education program for children and youths at Greenfield Hill Congregational Church has flourished.  Carothers designed a popular "learning center" approach to Sunday morning church school using everything from art to cooking to…
Fort Lee Plans 9/11 Ceremony At Constitution Park Fort Lee Plans 9/11 Ceremony At Constitution Park
Fort Lee Plans 9/11 Ceremony At Constitution Park FORT LEE, N.J. -- The borough of Fort Lee will conduct a 9/11 memorial service at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, rain or shine, at Fort Lee Constitution Park, off Linwood Avenue. Mayor Mark Sokolich and the Borough Council will attend along with the Fort Lee emergency services personnel.
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