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Hometown Photographer Discusses New Garden Book At Westport Library Hometown Photographer Discusses New Garden Book At Westport Library
Hometown Photographer Discusses New Garden Book At Westport Library WESTPORT, Conn. – Photographer and Westport resident Stacy Bass will share images and discuss the gardens featured in her book “Gardens at First Light” Thursday, Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. at the Westport Garden Club’s open meeting in the Westport Library’s McManus Room. For her second book, Bass went behind the gates of a dozen private gardens in the Northeast to capture landscapes in the light of early morning. The book, filled with over 200 color photographs, offers a rare glimpse of a range of private retreats located in some of the wealthiest enclaves in the country. Her work showcases a vari…

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Schools
Drive Carefully, Local Schools Open This Week Drive Carefully, Local Schools Open This Week
Drive Carefully, Local Schools Open This Week CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. — With summer coming to an end and school resuming, AAA reminds drivers to watch out for pedestrians before and after school hours. In the last 10 years, roughly one in four child pedestrian fatalities occurred between 3 and 7 p.m., according to AAA. The first day of school for Fairview Public Schools is Wednesday, Sept. 2. Edgewater and Leonia public schools begin Thursday, Sept. 3.  The first day of school for Cliffside Park and Bogota public schools is Tuesday, Sept. 8. Classes start up again at Academy of Our Lady of Grace in Fairview on Wednesday, Sept. 9.  Tips…

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Obituaries
Ossining Contractor Guido Iamiceli Killed In Car Crash Ossining Contractor Guido Iamiceli Killed In Car Crash
Ossining Contractor Guido Iamiceli Killed In Car Crash OSSINING, N.Y. – Ossining contractor Guido Iamiceli died Monday, Aug. 24, in a car accident on Route 129 in Plattekill, Ulster County, reports lohud.com Born Oct. 16, 1954, in Sassinoro, Italy, Iamiceli, 60, was a self-employed contractor. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was a past president and member of the Christopher Columbus Lodge 692, American Legion Post 506 and the Ossining Moose Lodge 1460. He is survived by his wife, Rosa, and two children. A Mass of Christian Burial and interment took place Saturday. 

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REO Speedwagon, Norah Jones Come To Capitol Theatre REO Speedwagon, Norah Jones Come To Capitol Theatre
REO Speedwagon, Norah Jones Come To Capitol Theatre PORT CHESTER, N.Y. – REO Speedwagon will perform at the Capitol Theater on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 8 p.m. Formed in 1967, signed in 1971 and fronted by vocalist Kevin Cronin since 1972, REO Speedwagon has sold 22 million albums in the U.S. and 40 million around the globe, with a string of gold and platinum records and international hit singles. Tickets range from $45 to $99.50 and can be purchased HERE. Other shows at Capitol Theatre include The Doobie Brothers Sept. 18, Don Henley Nov. 3 and Norah Jones Nov. 8. For a full listing of events at Capitol Theatre, click here. 

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Community-Read Series Highlights Fall Events At Pound Ridge Library Community-Read Series Highlights Fall Events At Pound Ridge Library
Community-Read Series Highlights Fall Events At Pound Ridge Library POUND RIDGE, N.Y. – The Pound Ridge Library is offering various adult and children’s events to kick off the fall season. The Community-Read Series is a program centered around the community-wide reading of “Unbroken,” by Laura Hillenbrand, highlighted by the Community Read panel discussion. World War II and Stories with Samantha Pearlman and Friends –Sunday, Oct. 4 at 4 p.m. Community Read Panel Discussion – Thursday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. Film screening of “Unbroken” Thursday, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m. Film screening and discussion of “Unbroken: Special Features” Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m.…

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Schools
John Jay High School Welcomes Class Of 2019 John Jay High School Welcomes Class Of 2019
John Jay High School Welcomes Class Of 2019 CROSS RIVER, N.Y. – John Jay High School’s Class of 2019 had a chance to reconnect with classmates, meet administrators and counselors, and enjoy a meal together at the annual Freshmen Potluck Supper Tuesday. The freshman students and their parents came together outside the school to mingle, compare class schedules and take a look at the hallways of the school, which they will call home for the next four years. “This is their first opportunity to really see the school,” said John Jay High School Principal Jessica Godin. “It’s nice that it’s a casual atmosphere and involves the integration …

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News
Motorcyclist In Serious Condition After Harrison Crash Motorcyclist In Serious Condition After Harrison Crash
Motorcyclist In Serious Condition After Harrison Crash HARRISON, N.Y. – A motorcyclist is in serious condition after his bike crashed into a livery car service vehicle early Sunday morning, reports News 12 Westchester. The motorcyclist, who officials say was speeding, was thrown from his bike at approximately 2:30 a.m. on I-684 north of the Cross Westchester Expressway, according to the report.  CLICK HERE to read the full story. 

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Bergen County Having Hazardous Waste Collections In Mahwah Bergen County Having Hazardous Waste Collections In Mahwah
Bergen County Having Hazardous Waste Collections In Mahwah MAHWAH, N.J. – Household hazardous waste collections for Mahwah will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 and Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Bergen County Campgaw Mountain Reservation, 200 Campgaw Road. Acceptable materials for Bergen County Utilities Authority collections include: Aerosol cans Batteries Anti-freeze Bug spray Disinfectants Drain cleaner Fire extinguishers Gasoline Herbicides Insecticides Click here for a full list of acceptable items. Do not bring computers, electronics or tires. Collection is free for Bergen County residents; ID is required. Businesses must…

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Cool Down With Last Splash Of Summer At Ridgefield Community Pool Cool Down With Last Splash Of Summer At Ridgefield Community Pool
Cool Down With Last Splash Of Summer At Ridgefield Community Pool RIDGEFIELD, N.J. – Borough residents, employees and volunteers are invited to the Last Splash of Summer event Saturday, Sept. 5 from 7-11 p.m. at the Ridgefield Community Pool. The event is free for borough employees and volunteers, $5 for all other residents. Children under 13 get in free. There will be food, fun, raffles, giveaways, music, games, swimming and other surprises.  Employees and volunteers must pick up wristbands from Isabelle Muerer by Friday, Sept. 4. Residents may purchase wristbands at the pool in advance or at the event. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 6  MORE INFO: (201) 94…

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Neighbors
Happy Birthday To Franklin Lakes' Chris Simms Happy Birthday To Franklin Lakes' Chris Simms
Happy Birthday To Franklin Lakes' Chris Simms FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. – Happy Birthday to Franklin Lakes’ Christopher Simms! Simms, a former NFL quarterback turned analyst, turns 35 today, Aug. 29.  The son of former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms, he grew up in Franklin Lakes and attended Ramapo High School, where he played football and basketball. After graduating in 1999, Simms enrolled at the University of Texas. He has played football professionally for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Tennessee Titans and the Denver Broncos. 

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