Alfred Avitabile
Alfred Avitabile, a leader in the Yorktown Lions and a pioneer in the Leos program, died Nov. 13. He was 82. He was born in the Bronx in 1942. He was the oldest of five children, along with Patty, John,
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Bridge Authority Advises Public of Bear Mount Bridge Centennial Events This Sunday
In connection with the 100th anniversary celebration of the opening of the Bear Mountain Bridge, the New York State Bridge Authority (NYSBA) advises motorists to expect delays near the span this Sunday morning. On Sunday at 10 a.m., a dedication ceremony will be
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Alternative Rockers Skyfactor to Perform New Material in Pleasantville This Weekend
By Jordan Goodman If you’re familiar with the northern Westchester music scene, it’s no secret that Skyfactor has been one of the more popular bands in the area over the past two decades. Throughout their career, this four-member group has
Read MoreWhy Pleasantville School District Has Scheduled a Capital Projects Bond
Why Pleasantville School District Has Scheduled a Capital Projects Bond By Erin Ballard On Dec. 17, the community will have the opportunity to vote on Pleasantville Forward, a capital project for students, for safety and for the future of Pleasantville.
Read MoreWilliam Schmitz
William J. Schmitz (Bill) of Mount Kisco passed away on Nov. 14, just one day shy of his 88th birthday. His devoted wife, Joan, and devoted son, James, were with him when he passed. Bill was born in Yonkers on
Read MoreMount Pleasant Goes Electric With Summer Lawn Equipment
By Michael Gold Mount Pleasant recently purchased $15,000 of electric lawn equipment for its parks and pools, another step in the town’s efforts to lower carbon emissions. The leaf blowers, weed whackers and pruning chainsaws will be used primarily during
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The Importance of Feeling Safe at Home (and How to Achieve it)
By Bill Primavera It is impossible for me to dull the memory of that nightmarish middle-of-the-night experience when my wife Margaret awakened me and told me that she had had a dream that a man was in our bedroom, looking
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Unsung Tales of the Irish Diaspora – South American Style!
By Brian McGowan A term often heard today is “The Irish Diaspora.” It refers to the roughly 70 million people living throughout the world today whose ancestors left Ireland over the past several centuries. Many groups, of course, have their
Read MorePublic Funding for Key Nonprofits is Essential to Maintain Quality of Life
Dear Neighbors and Friends, One of the most rewarding parts of serving in government is being able to secure funding for community nonprofits doing valuable work supporting community needs. I’m glad to announce that I was able to secure funding
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Dining Spots to Try When Heading to Westchester’s Holiday Celebrations
By Morris Gut Whether you’re planning to take in seasonal festivities at Westchester’s Winter Wonderland, the White Plains Holiday Market, Holiday Lights on the Farm at Muscoot Farm or the myriad seasonal concerts and get-togethers around the area, there is
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