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Peekskill Mayor Waits For Results Of Independence Line On Ballot PEEKSKILL, N.Y. – Although there are still ballots in review for Peekskill’s Independence Party’s mayoral primary, Mayor Frank Catalina isn’t worried, reports lohud,com. The mayor said he is cautiously optimistic about his chances, even though he had to implement a write-in campaign to gain the third party nomination from Ken Martin, the Democratic contender, according to the report. CLICK HERE to read the full article.

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Police & Fire

Fair Lawn Opens Safe Exchange Zone For Online Sales FAIR LAWN, N.J. – With the increase in fraudulent transactions occurring through websites such as eBay and Craigslist, the Borough of Fair Lawn is offering a Transaction Safe Exchange Zone at the Fair Lawn Municipal Building. Transactions can be made during normal business hours under Fair Lawn Police video surveillance. Transactions for larger items can be conducted in the parking lot behind the building, which is also under constant video surveillance. The Fair Lawn Municipal Building is at 8-01 Fair Lawn Avenue.

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Lifestyle

Learn About Mulch Mowing At Free Workshops In New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – Free mulch mowing workshops will be offered in September and October to get New Rochelle yards ready for fall. The next two mulch classes will take place Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 3 p.m. at the College of New Rochelle and Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4 p.m. at New Rochelle High School. Live demonstrations by professional landscapers will show participants how clean up leaves while creating mulch to enrich soil, grass and flowers. Adopted by City Council in 2013, the “Love ‘Em and Leave ‘Em” campaign promotes mulch mowing and its advantages, such as the following: A healthy prop…

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Schools

Eastchester Music Boosters Recruit New Members For First Meeting EASTCHESTER, N.Y. – The first membership meeting for the Eastchester Music Boosters will be held Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in the Eastchester Middle School cafeteria. Join the board for coffee, refreshments and the opportunity to discuss the following matters: The new Eastchester High School Chapter of Tri-M (The National Music Honor Society), a discussion to be presented by the Tri-M student leaders The current K-12 music programs Opportunities to volunteer time and talents to the Music Boosters Website updates and plans for future additions NYSSMA Festivals (NY State School Music As…

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Events

Bat And Owl Prowl Top Weinberg Nature Center Fall Events SCARSDALE, N.Y. – The Weinberg Nature Center is hosting weekly nature programs throughout September and October to usher in fall 2015. Bat & Owl Prowl: Friday, Oct. 30 from 6-9 p.m. This annual evening event includes a Kiddie Costume Contest (everyone wins), “Creatures of the Night” animal presentation with Kristen from Jungle Jamboree, “Star-gazing for Kids,” a night hike into the woods (bring flashlights), snacks and more. Fee is $8 per person over 2 years old. Non-Scary Family Fun Fall Festival: Sunday, Oct. 4 from 1-4 p.m. Join the center for a fun-filled afternoon of autumn ac…

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Events

Pelvic Exercise Series For Seniors Offered At Tenafly Senior Center TENAFLY, N.J. – The Tenafly Senior Center is offering seven-part series of pelvic floor exercise sessions Tuesdays at 1 p.m. beginning Tuesday, Sept. 29. The seven-part series with Liz Romick is dedicated to the floor of your core. The class will help attendees identify and control the muscles that support the center of gravity with techniques that incorporate eastern and western philosophies. Participants will benefit from these exercises in sitting, standing, lying down and walking positions. Romick is a physical therapist from Madison Spine and Physical Therapy in Tenafly. A $21 donat…

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

News

Raffle Items Needed For Professional Women Of Putnam Event PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. – The Professional Women of Putnam networking group is seeking raffle items for their PrettyinPink Networking Mashup with Professional Women of Westchester coming up on Tuesday, Oct. 20. The event will be at Augie’s Prime Cut Steakhouse in Mohegan Lake and the proceeds will benefit Support Connection, Inc. . If able to donate an item or gift certificate, visit Professional Women of Putnam here or its Facebook page.

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

News

$43K Awarded To White Plains Police For Body Cameras WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded two grants totaling $43,543 to the City of White Plains and the Village of Spring Valley law enforcement for body-worn cameras. White Plains will receive $31,638, and Spring Valley will receive $11,905. “It is imperative that we provide our local law enforcement personnel with the equipment necessary to keep our communities safe and secure, while fostering accountability,” said Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey (D-Westchester/Rockland), the Ranking Member on the House Appropriations Committee. “I’m pleased these DOJ grants will …

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Politics

Mount Vernon Mayor's Nephew Reportedly Receives No-Bid Contract MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. – The nephew of Mount Vernon Mayor Ernie Davis received a no-bid contract totaling $82,000 for work completed for the building department between 2012 and 2014, reports News 12 Hudson Valley. Oscar Davis, who works for the IT department in the Mount Vernon School District, was hired to work on databases for City Hall, according to the report. CLICK HERE to read the full article.

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

Events

Learn About Lindamood-Bell Learning At Scarsdale Coffee Hour Chats SCARSDALE, N.Y. – Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes invites residents to learn more about its services during one of its coffee hour chats offered in September and October. Drop by and have a cup of coffee while learning about Lindamood-Bell programs for reading, comprehension and math in a casual setting. One session will take place Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Scarsdale Learning Center, 2 Overhill Road, Suite 340, Scarsdale. Another session will take place Thursday, Oct. 8, at 10 a.m. at Patisserie Salzburg, 1 Christie Place, Scarsdale. RSVP by calling (914)-713- 8911.

by Nicole Briggs

09/21/2015

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