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Peter Gross Resigns As Beacon's Clearwater Executive Director BEACON, N.Y. – Executive Director Peter Gross of the Beacon non-profit organization, Hudson River Sloop Clearwater has announced his resignation. Gross, who served as Executive Director since May of 2014 has stepped down citing, “significant differences between his and the organization’s vision to the path to building a stronger future for Clearwater and dealing with the organization’s long-standing financial and structural challenges.” “I wish Clearwater every success in coming together as a strong, diverse community and fulfilling its goals of environmental activism and education," …

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

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Wall Street Journal Article Features New Rochelle's Rental Market NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New York City renters hoping to find cheaper rentals are looking to New Rochelle among places in Westchester County, according to the Wall Street Journal. New Rochelle is featured in a recent article for its growing rental market. "Residential development is only one piece of our overall downtown plan, but it’s a critical piece that helps support local businesses and create positive economic and cultural activity," said Mayor Noam Bramson in his comments on the story. Click here to read the Wall Street Journal article.

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Schools

Tickets On Sale For Chappaqua School 'Little Big Apple Circus' CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Want to bring the family for a fun afternoon in Chappaqua? Tickets are on sale now for the Little Big Apple Circus Saturday, Jan. 30 at Westorchard Elementary School. The circus features the Dikki Ellis Show, a fast-paced combination of magic, Click here for more information about the Dikki Ellis Show. Click here for circus tickets. The circus Saturday is from 1 to 3 p.m. at the school, 25 Granite Rd., Chappaqua.

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Politics

New Canaan Charter Revision Chair Leaving Commission; Successor Voted In NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- New Canaan Charter Revision Commission Chairman John Hetherington is resigning from the position and from the commission, according to the New Canaan Advertiser. He suggested Dave Hunt as his predecessor, a motion approved unanimously in a vote of the commission, reported the New Canaan Advertiser. Explaining his reasons for leaving, Hetherington said he cannot continue to meet the post's expectations for several reasons, including that he is in the "twilight years" of his law practice, said the New Canaan Advertiser. He is also a former state representative f…

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Events

Mount Vernon Youth Offered Free Trip To Meet Legislators In Albany MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- The New York State Association of Black & Puerto Rican Legislators are offering young people, ages 14 to 17, in Mount Vernon a free day trip to Albany for the 45th Annual Legislative Conference Saturday, Feb. 13.The trip departs sharply at 7 a.m. for the Convention Center, Empire State Plaza South Mall Arterial, Albany, and will return to Mount Vernon at 9 p.m. A light breakfast and dinner are included. There are limited seats available on a first come, first served basis. The bus will depart from Mount Vernon City Hall at 7 a.m., with boarding will begin at 6:15 …

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Events

Mount Vernon Library 'Steam Academy' Spurs Kids' Creativity MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Saturday Steam Academy is coming to the Mount Vernon Library beginning Saturday, Jan. 30. The free series of hands and minds-on activities grounded in architecture and engineering are designed to help kids sharpen their critical thinking skills, enhance problem solving abilities, and spur their creativity. Participants will build a model village, design space colonies, construct Legos creations, and take a field trip to Hudson River Museum. The schedule is as follows: Saturdays: Jan. 30; Feb. 6, 13, 27; March 5, 12, 19. The library is located at 28 South First Ave.,…

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Events

Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk Serves Up Treats At Chocolate Expo NORWALK, Conn. -- Traditional and gourmet chocolates are mainstays of the popular Chocolate Expo returning Sunday, Jan. 31 to the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk. Top chocolatiers will be among 40 vendors at the event where visitors can taste and buy chocolates and specialty foods. Highlights include celebrity chef demonstrations. The chefs include, Barret Beyer, Tony Albanese, Francis Legge and Larry Rosenberg. Among a unique array of chocolate, expect chocolate-covered bacon, chocolate tarts, candy apples, chocolate-covered pretzels and Oreos, chocolate vinaigrettes and chocolate-infused Br…

by Donna Christopher

01/28/2016

Schools

Eastchester Middle, High School Parents Learn About 'Extracurriculars' EASTCHESTER, N.Y. – An “Amazing Extracurriculars” presentation for middle and high school parents is set for Wednesday, Jan. 27 at Eastchester High School. Presented by Keith Berman, president of Options for College, participants will learn how to take clubs, community service, tutoring, and fundraising activities to the next level and how to make these activities part of a successful college application. There will be real world examples. Berman will answer questions and have one-one-one talks with participants. He is a graduate of Yale, Bank Street and Harvard. Berman created the Johns H…

by Donna Christopher

01/27/2016

Sports

Edgemont Wrestling Does Well In Two Tournaments EDGEMONT, N.Y. -- Edgemont High School's wrestling team competed at the Eastern States Classic with Junior Cliffton Wang (170 pounds) finishing in 8th place.In the Henry Hudson Tournament Edgemont had two finalists, seniors Hunter Moore (145 pounds) and Max Worobow (152 pounds). Worobow brought home the title - his second tournament title in as many weeks - in a triple overtime sudden death ride out. Junior George Mellor (126 pounds) took third place. Also recently, the Panthers beat Woodlands. Up next: The Panthers will host a home meet Thursday, Jan. 28 at 4:30 p.m. to compete for a…

by Donna Christopher

01/27/2016

News

Westport Grief Counselor To Help Staples Community After Deaths WESTPORT, Conn. -- Students who are grief-stricken after three deaths this school year at Staples High School may find some comfort at a special program scheduled for Thursday in Westport, according to the Westport News.The program on grief and how adults can assist teens is planned for Thursday at 7 p.m. at Christ & Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 75 Church Lane, the Westport News said. The free program will be led by Lisa Athan, executive director and founder of Grief Speaks, said the Westport News. The session was set up in response to a third death in the Staples High School communit…

by Donna Christopher

01/27/2016

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