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Neighbors

Hawthorne Volunteer Collects Food To Aid Hackensack Hospital Pantry HAWTHORNE, N.J. -- Hawthorne resident Ginger Pierro is collecting items to benefit Tomorrows Children's Fund food pantry at Hackensack University Medical Center. The pantry is looking for non-perishable food items, including canned fish, soup, pasta and beans, as well as toiletries, such as soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, deodorant and more. Drop-off will be Thursday at Pierro's home. E-mail Pierro at prettylittlegiaboutique@yahoo.com to schedule a drop-off time. Tomorrows Children's Fund was founded more than 30 years ago to support pediatric cancer patients and their families. It…

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

Politics

Troxell and Mitchell Join Weston Republican Town Committee WESTON, Conn. -- The Weston Republican Town Committee (RTC) added two new members to its slate at its biannual caucus on Monday, Jan 11. Dana Troxell and Jenny Mitchell are joining the 25-member board for a two -year term. “I am gratified that Dana and Jenny have stepped forward to serve on the RTC. They each bring strengths which will help us build on the success of the November elections," said Britta Lerner, Chair of the RTC. Troxell and his wife, Anne, have lived in Weston for 24 years. They have raised their four children there and all have attended Weston public schools. The Troxe…

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

Lifestyle

Wilton's Troop 20 Delivers Holiday Baskets To Seniors WILTON, Conn. -- Boy Scout Troop 20 continued its annual tradition of delivering holiday baskets to Wilton seniors.Troop 20, led by Scoutmaster Dev Clifford, delivered the baskets to elderly residents of Wilton. The scouts delivered the baskets, spent time visiting with each person and spread some holiday cheer. The program was coordinated by Wilton Social Services, and the personalized gifts were prepared by members of the Wilton Congregational Church. Dr. Stephen Batter organized the delivery of the baskets for the troop.

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

Events

Garfield Library Schedules Family Story Time GARFIELD, N.J. -- The Garfield Public Library will start its family story time in February this Tuesday. Children ages 3-5 are welcome to join for stories, poems, songs and crafts. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to come and participate with their children. Story time will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. every Tuesday in February. For additional information, call the library at 973-478-3800. The library is at 500 Midland Ave, Garfield.

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

Lifestyle

Get Fit With Adult Yoga At Ramsey Library RAMSEY, N.J. -- The Ramsey Free Public Library is hosting adult yoga classes from 10- 1 a.m. Fridays The classes will help you improve muscle tone, strength, stamina and reduce stress. Donations are as little as $5 per class. The classes will be on the following Fridays: Jan. 29, Feb. 12 and 26, March 4, April 8 and 22, May 6 and 20 and June 10, 17 and 24. Sign-ups are required. For questions and additional information, contact Debbie at (201) 327-1445 or debbie.burnette@ramsey.bccls.org. Ramsey Library is at 30 Wyckoff Ave., Ramsey.

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

Schools

Haledon School Plans Disco Fundraiser HALEDON, N.J. -- Haledon Public School will host a disco-themed tricky tray to raise money for the PTA Wednesday, March 9 at the Brownstone in Paterson. Admission is $45, which includes dinner and one sheet of tickets. Ticket packets will be sold at the event for $20. No children under the age of 15 allowed. For additional information and tickets, call Evelyn Gonzalez at (973) 790-8537 or Hilton Gonzalez at (973) 865-8374). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The Brownstone is at 351 W. Broadway, Paterson.

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

News

Prospect Park Offers Chair Fitness For Seniors PROSPECT PARK, N.J. -- Prospect Park is offering free Chair Fitness Classes for seniors. If you are a senior or know a senior who would be interested, classes are on the second floor of the Prospect Park Municipal Building. Classes meet at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Municipal Building.

by Ken Davis

02/01/2016

News

Brewster FD’s Procedure To Get Water Under Ice Tops Week’s News In Putnam PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Putnam County. The Brewster Fire Department recently trained on a procedure to get access to water when lakes and ponds are frozen. Three Mahopac men and two teenagers are facing assault charges in connection with a fight that left the victim with cuts, bruises and an eye injury, police said. Carmel High School invites community businesses to participate in a student-centered job fair to take place in the school's Casey Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 10. The Brewster Board of Education took aim this week at the state's G…

by Ken Davis

01/31/2016

News

Westchester Music Teacher's Death After Being Hit By Car Tops Week’s News WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Northern Westchester County. Admired Pleasantville musician/teacher Hercules Faranda, 90, was killed last Sunday when he was hit by a car outside of his Washington Avenue home. Several Westchester County Elementary Schools were rated in the top 100 in New York State, according to education website Niche. Laura Schaefer, a Briarcliff resident who grew up in Tarrytown, recently opened her new bookstore Scattered Books in Chappaqua. Pace University President Stephen J. Friedman has announced he will not seek reapp…

by Ken Davis

01/31/2016

Schools

Astorino’s Two County Appointments Tops Last Week’s News In Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Southern Weschester County. County Executive Robert Astorino announced Monday the appointments of Mary Mahon as commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Human Resources and Adam Rodriguez as director of Real Estate. Pace University President Stephen J. Friedman has announced he will not seek reappointment as President of the university in June 2017. Fire Lt. Anthony Mangone, a veteran firefighter in the Yonkers Fire Department, died this week after serving more than two decades in the department. Sev…

by Ken Davis

01/31/2016

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