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Donna Christopher

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Bronxville Kids Learn To 'Get Low And Go' In Case Of Fire BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- Members of the Eastchester Fire District recently paid a visit to The Chapel School in Bronxville to observe Fire Prevention Week and teach the children about fire safety and prevention.Lt. Thomas Pintavalle and firefighters Vincent Dibetetto and Robert Grogan taught the kids about smoke detectors and planning escape routes with their families. They also demonstrated such safety techniques as how to "get low and go" to escape a fire.

by Donna Christopher

11/07/2015

Schools

Common Core Task Force Reportedly Stalled By Schedule ALBANY — The task force assembled by Gov. Andrew Cuomo to review the controversial Common Core has been fraught with sudden notices of meetings and meeting times that parents and teachers are unable to meet because they are not convenient, according to capitalnewyork.com. The task force's first public meeting, held last week in New Rochelle, was announced just two weeks before it was held. Sleepy Hollow High School English teacher Judy Kelly was one of the panelists. Here's the full story.

by Donna Christopher

11/07/2015

News

Rockland Residents Can Trade Old Frig For Energy Prizes ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- There's a chance Rockland residents can snag prizes for recycling their refrigerator or freezer until Nov. 30, according to lohud.com.The contest sponsored by O&R is called "Recycle and Win" and the prizes include LED light bulbs, Smart Strip power trip and more if you call to have our working appliance picked ub no later than Nov. 30, says lohud.com Here's the full report

by Donna Christopher

11/07/2015

Events

Saddle Brook Library Plans Thanksgiving Craft Event SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- The Saddle Brook Free Public Library will host a Thanksgiving-themed craft from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 14 at the library, 340 Mahill St., Saddle Brook. Registration is required and open only to Saddle Brook residents. MORE INFO: (201) 843-3287

by Donna Christopher

11/07/2015

Schools

Eastchester Students Recognized For Italian Excellence EASTCHESTER, N.Y. -- Four Eastchester Middle and High School students and their teachers were recognized in an October ceremony for students throughout Westchester County that excel in the Italian language.The Westchester Coalition of Italian American Organizations and the Westchester County Board of Legislators held the awards ceremony at the Meucci Lodge of White Plains attended by many dignitaries, including Chiara Saulle of the Italian consulate.

by Donna Christopher

11/06/2015

Schools

'The Pursuit Of Happiness' Reading Helps Hastings-On-Hudson Schools HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- A reading of the play "The Pursuit of Happiness" to benefit Hastings-On-Hudson public schools is set for Thursday, Nov. 19 at PURPL, 52 Main St. in Hastings-On-Hudson. Wine bar and refreshments will be provided. Tickets cost $60 and are avilable at Greenleaf Pharmacy, By The Way bakery and at the Hastings High School office. Tickets at the door will cost $75. For more information, visit Hastings-on-Hudson UFSD Facebook page here.

by Donna Christopher

11/05/2015

Schools

Hear About Mental Health In Pequenakonck School Forum NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Mental Health Awareness Team of North Salem will hold its 2nd annual "Let's Talk About It!" Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 6:30 p.m. in the multi--purpose room at Pequenakonck Elementary School, at 173 June Road in North Salem.Various mental health issues affecting the school and community will be discussed. Click here for more information.

by Donna Christopher

11/05/2015

Events

Classic Interiors Highlight Yonkers Downtown Tour YONKERS, N.Y. -- “Inside Out: Spectacular Interiors," a guided walk of historic downtown Yonkers is set for Saturday, Nov. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning at Manor Bagels Café, 46 Warburton Ave.Little seen classic interiors will be seen on the tour guided by local historian Angie Piwinski. It will conclude with luncheon provided by downtown restaurants at a private, restored house adjacent to Saw Mill River Park which has been newly daylighted. Participants will assemble at Manor Bagels Café at 10:30 am for coffee and bagels. The tour will depart promptly at 11 am, and end with l…

by Donna Christopher

11/05/2015

Politics

Spiniza In Again As Rhinebeck Town Supervisor RHINEBECK, N.Y. -- Elizabeth Spiniza has been re-elected to another term as Rhinebeck Town Supervisor, according to the Poughkeepsie Journal.The Democrat reportedly defeated Republican candidate Bruce Washburn in the election Tuesday, unofficial results, according to the Poughkeepsie Journal. Read the full article here.

by Donna Christopher

11/05/2015

News

Litchfield Boys Accused Of Wearing Columbine Shooter Costumes LITCHFIELD, Conn. -- Two male students from Litchfield High School were reportedly arrested Nov. 4 following an allegation that they wore Halloween costumes that appeared like the Columbine shooting gunmen then allegedly made threats about doing harm to other students, according to the New York Times. Though the nature of the threats are reportedly not clear Connecticut State Police charged the boys with inciting injury to persons or property and breach of peace, the Times said. Here's the New York Times article.

by Donna Christopher

11/05/2015

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