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Ken Clair Named Putnam County Deputy Commissioner Of Emergency Services Ken Clair Named Putnam County Deputy Commissioner Of Emergency Services
Ken Clair Named Putnam County Deputy Commissioner Of Emergency Services CARMEL, N.Y. -- Putnam County has named a new Deputy Commissioner of the Bureau of Emergency Services to help improve the workload of the county's busy system.Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell announced that Ken Clair, a former fire chief with the Brewster Fire Department, had been named to the position. He will focus on workload management associated with the county's 911 Center, Fire & EMS Training, special teams, as well as representing the county both regionally and statewide.  “I am pleased to announce the selection of Ken Clair as Deputy Commissioner,” said Odell. “As a form…

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Events
Willows Garden Memory Center Opens In New Rochelle Willows Garden Memory Center Opens In New Rochelle
Willows Garden Memory Center Opens In New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Care of seniors affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias has taken a leap forward with the opening of Willow Gardens Memory Care, a residential facility at United Hebrew of New Rochelle. The 51-bed, two-story home is the first non-profit assisted living center in Westchester County designed exclusively for individuals with memory impairment. It opens as the region, and the nation, prepares for a growing wave of people affected by dementia, propelled by longer life spans.  According to the Hudson Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 40,000 …

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Stamford Fireworks Set To Blast Off July 1 Stamford Fireworks Set To Blast Off July 1
Stamford Fireworks Set To Blast Off July 1 STAMFORD, Conn. -- In preparation for July 4, Stamford announced it will hold its annual 2016 Fireworks Show on Friday, July 1 at Cummings Park.Thousands of Stamford and area residents are expected to attend the event that will include entertainment for residents throughout the evening, with the fireworks show put on by Bay Fireworks and entertainment provided by More Than Music DJ Service.  The fun gets underway at 6 p.m. with fireworks beginning at 9 p.m. Admission is free. The rain date is July 2. Attendees should note that there will be no parking either side of Shippan Avenue from Wall…

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Police & Fire
Fisherman Rescued From Water Near Penfield Reef In Fairfield Fisherman Rescued From Water Near Penfield Reef In Fairfield
Fisherman Rescued From Water Near Penfield Reef In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- A fisherman was rescued near the Penfield Reef in Fairfield after wading out to fish and ending up in neck-deep water with only the top of his head visible, according to the Connecticut Post. The man rescued by the Fairfield Fire Department marine unit and an engine company was found just west of the lighthouse, said the Connecticut Post. Bystanders told firefighters that the man had waded out to fish and within 30 minutes only the top of his head was visible, the Connecticut Post reported. Click here to read the Connecticut Post story. 

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Stamford Teens Arrested In 11 Darien Car Break-Ins Stamford Teens Arrested In 11 Darien Car Break-Ins
Stamford Teens Arrested In 11 Darien Car Break-Ins DARIEN, Conn. -- A group of five Stamford teens were charged with conspiracy to burglary and burglary in Darien on June 18 after a resident saw them breaking into vehicles, according to the Darien Times. The Anthony Lane resident reported observing a group of five young men breaking into vehicles around 5:30 a.m. to the Darien Police. When police responded to the area, they found the group walking southbound on Hillside.  The unidentified teens, between the ages of 15 and 17, claimed they were coming home from a nearby party. But the complainant identified them as the ones he watched walk a…

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Woman Found Wandering Stamford Street In Underwear Woman Found Wandering Stamford Street In Underwear
Woman Found Wandering Stamford Street In Underwear STAMFORD, Conn. -- An unidentified 22-year-old woman was found at the corner of West Hill Road and Green Tea Lane on Saturday walking around in only her underwear, according to the Stamford Advocate. The woman, who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs, was taken to Stamford Hospital after she was found wandering and couldn't tell police why she was doing so, said the Stamford Advocate. Police told the Stamford Advocate that the woman said she had been downtown drinking with friends, but didn't remember anything else, added the Stamford Advocate. Click here to read the Sta…

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Neighbors
Yonkers Student Graduates From Newman's Own Fellowship Program Yonkers Student Graduates From Newman's Own Fellowship Program
Yonkers Student Graduates From Newman's Own Fellowship Program YONKERS, N.Y. -- Rey Llena of Yonkers has been honored by Newman’s Own Foundation of Westport, Conn., as part of the organization’s first graduating class of the organization’s Fellowship Program, which provides recent college graduates with work experience in the world of philanthropy. The program, now in its second year, is designed to expand, enhance and diversify the pipeline of new talent entering nonprofit careers.  Llena, a recent graduate of Trinity College, worked directly with the Newman’s Own Foundation organization to pursue their passion of working in the nonprofit sector.  Eac…

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Reconstruction Of Middlebush Road In Wappinger Begins Next Week Reconstruction Of Middlebush Road In Wappinger Begins Next Week
Reconstruction Of Middlebush Road In Wappinger Begins Next Week WAPPINGER, N.Y. -- Work will begin to reconstruct a portion of Middlebush Road (County Road 93), between Pleasant Lane and Cameli Drive in the town of Wappinger on Monday, June 27, according to the Dutchess County Department of Public Works.The reconstruction will realign the curves along the roadway to enhance safety and ridability. During construction, Middlebush Road will be closed to westbound traffic in the project area, and a detour route will be posted.  Motorists will be able to travel east on Middlebush Road to U.S. Route 9. Residents will continue to have access to their properties…

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Schools
Clarkstown South Mock Trial Team Wins Rockland, Westchester Finals Clarkstown South Mock Trial Team Wins Rockland, Westchester Finals
Clarkstown South Mock Trial Team Wins Rockland, Westchester Finals CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- The Clarkstown South Mock Trial team won the Rockland and Westchester County 2016 Finals after competing in six rounds of the county New York State Bar Mock Trial Competition. The county finals were judged by Justice Alan Scheinkman, who serves as the administrative judge for the 9th Judicial District.  The team was arguing the case of "People v. Kelly Roberts," a criminal case that is actually a suppression hearing where the defense is trying to suppress the evidence seized by an officer.  The students competed against Sleepy Hollow, Yorktown, Hackley, Rye Nec…

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Police & Fire
Man Shot In Leg On Riverdale Avenue In Yonkers Man Shot In Leg On Riverdale Avenue In Yonkers
Man Shot In Leg On Riverdale Avenue In Yonkers YONKERS, N.Y. -- A man who was standing on Riverdale Avenue was shot in the leg Sunday by an unknown assailant, according to News 12. According to police, the man managed to make it to an apartment building across the street for help. He was transported to the hospital with nonlife-threatening injuries, said News 12. Click here to read the News 12 story. 

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