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Schools

Chappaqua Student's Artwork Selected For National AP Exhibit CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Local high school artist Julia Lubarsky of Chappaqua, has been selected to exhibit her artwork at the National AP Art Exhibit. More than 50,000 students submitted 250,000 works. Lubarsky's work was one of 30 pieces selected. The show will travel to various locations across the United States as well as be available on-line in July.

by K Reakes

07/02/2016

Police & Fire

Fairfield Fireworks Blast Off Saturday FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Fairfield residents can get in the July 4th spirit early with fireworks filling the skies on Saturday, July 2, just after dark. The city will set off the fireworks at 9:15 p.m. from a barge off Long Island Sound so they can be seen easily from either Penfield or Jennings beaches. For those who love to dance in the sand, Mark Berger & the Ride will provide entertainment from 5 to 7 p.m. at Jennings Beach. The most important thing to remember for a fun time is to get to either beach early as parking will fill up quickly. Beach parking lots can be accessed either with…

by K Reakes

07/02/2016

Weather

Suez Calls On Rockland Residents To Limit Outdoor Water Use, Lawn Watering WEST NYACK, N.Y. -- As the weather heats up and lawns begin to turn a little brown, Suez officials are asking customers to voluntarily conserve water and cut back on outdoor usage. “The current dry and warm weather pattern, which is expected to last for at least another week, has resulted in unusually high demand,” said Chris Graziano, Suez vice president and general manager. “Voluntary conservation will help us preserve our water supplies and should help reduce the potential for mandatory restrictions.” Lawn irrigation and outdoor watering can increase system demands by as much as 50 perce…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Events

Mount Vernon Celebrates July Fourth With Weekend Full Of Events MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Mount Vernon is coming out to celebrate July Fourth with a weekend full of community events that include everything from a summer concert to a classic car show.Events get under way with the Mount Vernon Advance Auto Parts and Mount Vernon Classic Car Club “Classic Car Show” at 120 East Sandford Blvd., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 2, followed in the evening with a Summer Breeze concert at Hartley Park from 7 to 9 p.m. with music by Rocky Middleton and Friends and Sage. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Adults are welcome to bring beverages. Parking available on seco…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

News

Croton-On-Hudson Firefighters Run Drills CROTON-ON-THE-HUDSON, N.Y. -- Members of the Croton-On-Hudson Fire Department recently took part in a department drill that simulated a residential structure fire.During the drill, firefighters rotated through five different scenarios simulating a residential structure fire. The crews took turns as the primary and secondary search teams, fire attack team and placing ladders. The drill was run by Deputy Chief Gerald Munson, former Capt. D. Ferguson and Engineer Altamura. The five teams were led by Capt.E. Conti and Lts. Mosler, Rinaldi, Stewart and Karpoff. The department conducted the dri…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Schools

Governor Signs East Ramapo School District Oversight Bill RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into law Thursday that will give the state greater oversight over the troubled East Ramapo school district and provides an additional $3 million to restore programs that were cut, such as full-day kindergarten and extracurricular activities. The bill also provides for the district to appoint monitors and calls for the district to develop a spending plan for the new funds. The uniqueness of East Ramapo, a district with around 30,000 students, with about two-thirds attending yeshivas or other nonpublic schools, and the outpouring of support from…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Lifestyle

Norwalk Community College Offering 'College For Kids' Cooking Courses NORWALK, Conn. -- Parents looking for a unique summer enrichment course for their aspiring chefs will want to checkout Norwalk Community College's “College for Kids” cooking courses for youth entering grades 5 to 8, taught by seasoned chefs. The hands-on courses offer students the opportunity to gain culinary skills in a state-of-the-art kitchen facility. Cooking courses for youth entering grades 5 and 6 will take place from July 18 to 21. The courses offered include: Breakfast & Brunch Foods -- 9 a.m. to Noon Around the World Cooking -- 1 to 4 p.m. Teens who are entering grades 7 an…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Events

Maritime Cruises Offer Unique View Of Fireworks NORWALK, Conn. – Enjoy a unique water view of Fourth of July fireworks displays – times two, thanks to reflections on the surface – and avoid the crowds and traffic aboard Fireworks Cruises with the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. The aquarium is offering outings to three fireworks displays aboard its R/V Spirit of the Sound, the country’s only research vessel with quiet “green” hybrid-electric propulsion. The 64-foot catamaran has two deck levels for optimum viewing enjoyment. “The Fireworks Cruises give participants special, easy access to the local displays,” said Dave Sigworth, the Aqua…

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Lifestyle

Norwalk Police Share Pet Safety Tips For July 4th Fireworks NORWALK, Conn. -- With the arrival of the July 4th holiday, the Norwalk Department of Police Service Animal Control Division would like to share some helpful tips to keep pets safe. Keep all pets away from fireworks displays. Secure pets inside during fireworks displays. Put the radio or television on to distract them from hearing fireworks. Do not play fetch with fireworks. They can severely injure or kill a pet when they explode . Loud noise phobias can cause pets to bite someone out of fear. Pets may also run away if they become too afraid. The Humane Society of United States, said that …

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

Events

Fourth Of July Fireworks Kick-Off New Rochelle's Summer Events NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New Rochelle residents will have a month full of entertaining events following the city's annual Fourth of July fireworks, including music, farmers' markets and a boat parade.The fireworks by Grucci begin at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, rain or shine, with great viewing from Hudson and Five Islands Parks. Just before and after the fireworks display, nearby streets will be closed to cars so pedestrians can walk safely; parking also will be limited. The fireworks are just he beginning of a month filled with weekly concerts at the Hudson Park bandshell, arts encounters at the train …

by K Reakes

07/01/2016

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