An ambitious mixed-use development proposal for downtown Chappaqua will require the resolution of complicated legal issues and easements from multiple property owners before New Castle officials will decide whether to support the plan. Chappaqua architect Chuck Napoli returned to the
Read MoreIt can be difficult getting up before 6 a.m. on a Sunday morning in the middle of July. Maybe even more so if you’re heading out at that hour to do some intense physical exertion. But close to 50 area
Read MoreNew Castle officials are expected to reissue a new Request for Proposal as soon as this week in hopes of filling the town-owned Chappaqua train station depot after the previous lease was successfully challenged. Town Attorney Nicholas Ward-Willis said last
Read MoreA state board voted Wednesday to reject most of the fire code variances needed by the developer of the proposed affordable housing project in downtown Chappaqua throwing the application’s future into doubt. The Department of State’s Hudson Valley Regional Board
Read MoreInternal discussions by representatives of Chappaqua’s First Congregational Church about selling a portion of church property for the construction of affordable senior housing has prompted nearby residents to organize in hopes of seeking alternative uses. Jon Aram, president of the
Read MoreThe New Castle Town Board voted Tuesday night to rescind the lease it had granted to a Mount Kisco restaurateur to operate a bistro at the Chappaqua train station depot. The action came less than a week after one of
Read MoreOne of the proprietors passed over for a lease to operate a restaurant at the Chappaqua train station submitted a petition to New Castle officials last week that could trigger a referendum to determine whether the agreement should be rescinded.
Read MoreBy Carla Gambescia and Peter and Erin Chase A request for proposal, typically referred to as an RFP, is a formal solicitation made by a governmental entity or company interested in procuring a product or service or valuable asset through
Read MoreBy Robin Murphy Although I voted for Rob Greenstein as well as the other Team New Castle candidates, Adam Brodsky and Lisa Katz, I have been disappointed that their promises to bring a “small business mindset” and “a new approach”
Read MoreI feel compelled to share my thoughts on the recent extension of the town administrator’s appointment and why I do not support the decision. To begin with, Jill Shapiro served the town well as town clerk and receiver of taxes.
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