A 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
Read MoreHaving just served more than 1,000 individuals in need with all the necessary fixings for Thanksgiving dinner, the Community Food Pantry at St. Mary’s in Mohegan Lake is now turning its attention to providing toys for children for Christmas. It’s
Read MoreFamily and friends gathered on Sunday, Nov. 19 at the Epic Assisted Living Center in White Plains to celebrate the 107th birthday of city resident Cornelia “Connie” Ray Evans. Organizing the festive occasion were members of the Bethel Baptist Church
Read MoreWhen Mark Mazzotta decided about two weeks ago to hang the Israeli flag outside Amore Pizza & Italian Kitchen, the establishment he owns in downtown Armonk, he figured he would receive some negative reaction. For about a week, he noticed
Read MoreLocal puzzle enthusiasts are gearing up for the fourth annual Pleasantville Puzzle Hunt during the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend. Participants of all ages set out to solve a series of puzzles that start with written clues and lead to various locations
Read MoreA ribbon cutting ceremony was held last week for three new pickleball courts at Battle Hill Park. Three former tennis courts at the park were paved, painted and designed exclusively for pickleball and will only be accessible by residents through
Read MoreThe holiday season is fast approaching, and many families won’t be able to celebrate as they struggle to deal with the rising costs of daily living. The Community Food Pantry at St. Mary’s in Mohegan Lake works year-round to provide
Read MoreTo some, he was the unofficial mayor of White Plains. To others, he was a stellar athlete and a fixture at White Plains High School as a teacher, coach and administrator. No matter how he is recalled, it’s clear Harry
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