In extraordinarily difficult times, there’s no telling what people will do to survive. For Leo Ullman, who was born in the Netherlands in 1939 just before the outbreak of World War II in Europe, it was his parents’ decision to
Read MoreThis column marks the seventh installment in a series exploring topics that provide new insights into the boundaries of established science. By Adam Stone Colin McPhillamy was a little boy growing up in England, just four years old, when he
Read MoreMilestone celebrations generally happen infrequently, whether they be birthdays, anniversaries or some other accomplishment. Typically, it’s one a decade, when the chronological odometer moves more than number at a time. The Sabino family of Thornwood gets to rejoice two major
Read MoreNarrowly escaping a horrific fate, two young mixes named Pablo and Parker arrived at SPCA Westchester’s Rescue Center in Briarcliff Manor on Wednesday, receiving second chances at happy lives. Both dogs were originally taken in by Humane Society International who
Read MoreKimberly McKeown, who was elected town clerk in Putnam Valley in November, died Jan. 15. She was 57. McKeown served 12 years as deputy clerk before winning unopposed to replace Sherry Howard, who was elected to the town board after
Read MoreThe British are coming! And the French! In fact, representatives from countries around the world will arrive in the region in July 2026 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States. The local nonprofit organization Revolutionary Westchester 250 (RW250) is
Read MoreMen and women will be celebrating the new year by stripping down to their bathing suits and other swimming attire to raise money for a worthy cause. For the 11th year, the This is Me Foundation will be holding its
Read MoreA celebratory candle lighting for Kwanzaa and Hanukkah was cheered by a crowd of more than 60 people who huddled together at Peekskill’s gazebo last Thursday evening in teeth-chattering cold. It was the second annual candle lighting that started last
Read MoreSPCA Westchester announced last week that through Dec. 31 all adoption fees will be waived for any dog or cat who has been patiently awaiting adoption for at least 30 days. “What better time to support the SPCA and save the lives
Read MoreThe only homeless shelter in northern Westchester may soon find itself without a home. The clock is ticking on the Jan Peek House’s lease at 200 North Water St. in Peekskill, which expires Dec. 31. Cynthia Knox, Chief Executive Officer
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