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Kids, Adults Can Learn To Use 3D Printer At C.H. Booth Library In Newtown Kids, Adults Can Learn To Use 3D Printer At C.H. Booth Library In Newtown
Kids, Adults Can Learn To Use 3D Printer At C.H. Booth Library In Newtown NEWTOWN, Conn. -- The C.H. Booth Library invite those 12 to adult to an introductory lesson Wednesday, April 13 on how to use the library's 3D Afinia printers.Following the session, individuals can sign up for an individual 3D printer session to make an object. This session will run from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library, 25 Main St., Newtown. Click here to register.
Law Named After Westchester Victim Would Allow Police To Seize Cellphones Law Named After Westchester Victim Would Allow Police To Seize Cellphones
Law Named After Westchester Victim Would Allow Police To Seize Cellphones WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- A proposed bill for "Evan's Law," named for a Chappaqua teenager Evan Lieberman killed in 2011 in a distracted driver crash was introduced Tuesday by state lawmakers, according to reports.It would give police allowance to access cell phone records in investigating crashes, according to the article. It took decades for statistics on fatal drunken driving crashes to translate into tougher DWI laws. Advocates for strict laws against cellphone use by drivers say they encounter the same detached attitude today. That disconnect frustrates crash victims famili…
Fairfield Donnelly Dash Race Remembers Couple Killed In Jewelry Store Fairfield Donnelly Dash Race Remembers Couple Killed In Jewelry Store
Fairfield Donnelly Dash Race Remembers Couple Killed In Jewelry Store FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The annual Donnelly Dash set for Sunday, April 10, remembers Tim and Kim and Tim Donnelly, a couple killed in their Fairfield jewelry store, in 2005.Participants may join a 3.5-mile run or 1.8-mile walk, and there will be a Kids Fun Run.  Proceeds will benefit such local charities as Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra, Groundwork of Bridgeport, the Fairfield Police Explorers, and Fairfield Police Scholarship Fund. The following is the registration/event schedule:  7:45 a.m.: Race, Walk, Kids Fun Run registration 8:30 a.m.: Kids Fun Run hosted by GBYO begins on track.  …
First Friday Poughkeepsie Gets Under Way First Friday Poughkeepsie Gets Under Way
First Friday Poughkeepsie Gets Under Way POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Poughkeepsie officials launched the city's inaugural First Friday Poughkeepsie on April 1 at the Bardavon 1896 Opera House, Time Warner Cable News reported.The monthly initiative is to celebrate the city's arts, food and history, said Time Warner Cable News. First Friday Poughkeepsie provides downtown office workers and city residents with opportunities to socialize together in downtown Poughkeepsie after work. "After a hard week of wherever you are, it's nice to unwind a bit," said Poughkeepsie Mayor Rob Rolison, "especially in a city like this," T…
Rep. Maloney's Bill Seeks Immediate Treatment After Opiate Drug Arrest Rep. Maloney's Bill Seeks Immediate Treatment After Opiate Drug Arrest
Rep. Maloney's Bill Seeks Immediate Treatment After Opiate Drug Arrest COLD SPRING, N.Y. -- U.S. Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney, Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler and local police chiefs called for the passage of Maloney's bipartisan legislation to combat the opioid and heroin crisis and stop mass incarceration of abusers and low-level drug offenders, according to an announcement.  The Keeping Communities Safe Through Treatment Act would create a Department of Justice grant program to fund pre-booking drug diversion programs.  The measure would give law enforcement the option of diverting individuals directly to treatment instead of booking them, in cou…
Kasich To Open Rockland Headquarters, Attend Dinner In Pearl River Kasich To Open Rockland Headquarters, Attend Dinner In Pearl River
Kasich To Open Rockland Headquarters, Attend Dinner In Pearl River PEARL RIVER, N.Y. -- Republican Presidential candidate Ohio Gov. John Kasich is coming to Rockland, according to reports.He is reportedly going to open a Bardonia headquarters in the current week and will be in attendance at Saturday's Rockland County's Republican Committee's Lincoln Day Victory Ball in Pearl River. Rockland GOP Chairman Lawrence Garvey told lohud.com he believes Kasich "could do well" in Hudson Valley which is "up for grabs" in the primary April 19, reported lohud.com. Click here to read the lohud.com article.
New York Times Rates The Cottage In Westport As Excellent New York Times Rates The Cottage In Westport As Excellent
New York Times Rates The Cottage In Westport As Excellent WESTPORT, Conn. -- The Cottage in Westport is "cozy," "homey," and likened to a cottage by the sea in New England, said the New York Times in a review.The new establishment's sophistication is in the menu, even though the decor evokes simplicity, according to New York Times. Brian Lewis, its chef and owner, used to be the chef and owner of New Canaan's Elm and executive chef at the Bedford Post Inn, said the New York Times. He presides over "expertly prepared," food, the New York Times said. Along with menu creation, Lewis handles shopping locally and all desse…
Food Bank Mobile Distribution Set In Elmsford Food Bank Mobile Distribution Set In Elmsford
Food Bank Mobile Distribution Set In Elmsford ELMSFORD, N.Y. — The Food Bank for Westchester Mobile Pantry distribution is today from 4 to 5 p.m. at Alexander Hamilton High School parking lot, Elmsford. Those receiving food must be have a box, cart, or re-usable bags and be present to pick up food. Picking up for friends, family or others is not allowed. Future distributions will take place May 4 and June 5 at the same location.
Bethel Proposes $27.6M Municipal, $43.6M School Budgets Bethel Proposes $27.6M Municipal, $43.6M School Budgets
Bethel Proposes $27.6M Municipal, $43.6M School Budgets BETHEL, Conn. -- A proposed budget was rolled out in Bethel during Tuesday's town meeting, reported WLAD-AM. The municipal side proposal is about $27.6 million, inclusive of debt service of approximately $3.9 million, said the WLAD-AM report. The account to maintain the schools account is $489,000, included in the municipal budget, according to WLAD-AM. Bethel First Selectman Matt Knickerbocker told WLAD-AM that approximately $43.6 million is the Board of Education budget proposal, the WLAD-AM report said. Capital projects of about $1.4 million would cover the following, according to WLAD…
Registration Event Helps Bergen County Seniors Get Medicaid, Health Service Registration Event Helps Bergen County Seniors Get Medicaid, Health Service
Registration Event Helps Bergen County Seniors Get Medicaid, Health Service HARRINGTON PARK, N.J. -- The Harrington Park Board of Health is planning a Senior Services registration event Tuesday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Municipal Building, 85 Harriot Ave., Harrington Park, N.J.A representative will assist seniors in applying for Medicaid, food stamps, New Jersey Family Care, home health services, community care, and disabled/low income home energy assistance. The registration is open to Bergen County residents. No appointments are needed. For more information, call Harrington Park Board of Health at (201) 768-8790.
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