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Darien's Noroton Presbyterian Church Celebrates Renovations DARIEN, Conn. -- Members of Noroton Presbyterian Church, building partners and mission partners came together to rededicate the churhc's extensively renovated building complex in Darien as part of the church’s “Foundations of the Future” campaign.Greeting members and friends on Sunday, Sept. 20, were strains of bagpipes, evoking the Scottish heritage of Presbyterian church. Keys were given to the congregation by architect Dennis Kowal and general contractor Gus Papajohn. The ribbon cutting for the new building was performed by the oldest member of the church, Maude Pettis, who is 101 years …

by Ken Davis

10/08/2015

Schools

Pleasantville Students Recognized As Hispanic Scholars PLEASTANTVILE, N.Y. -- Michelle DeSa and Sophia Maldonado of Pleasantville were recognized as National Hispanic Scholars by The College Board for scoring in the top 2.5 percent of the Hispanic and Latino students who took the PSAT/NMSQT in October 2014.

by Ken Davis

10/08/2015

Schools

New Rochelle High School Students Named Commended Students NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- A special group of New Rochelle High School seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program.The students are Max Abrams, Ivanna Berrios, Samuel Burton, Devon Feuer, David Friedenberg, Emily Ginsburg, Benjamin Greenfield, Adam Itzkowitz, Allison Seiden, Aleena Shabbir, Samuel Silverman, Benjamin Tait, Jeremiah Thomas and Jhinelle Walker.

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Schools

New Rochelle HS Teacher Valerie Zumbo Earns STEM Honor NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New Rochelle High School chemistry teacher Valerie Zumbo has been awarded a teaching fellowship in STEM education, a highly coveted opportunity through the nonprofit STEM Leadership Center in White Plains. As a Teaching Fellow, Zumbo will participate in a 16-month professional development program and bring a new and critical wealth of experience back to her students.

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Events

Lincoln Depot Museum in Peekskill Screens 'Saving Lincoln' PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- The Lincoln Depot Museum in Peekskill will host the area's first showing of the critically acclaimed film "Saving Lincoln" (2013) on Saturday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. The film is unique because it focuses on Lincoln's relationship with his bodyguard Marshal Ward Hill Lamon, and because it was filmed using actual images from the National Archives as the background. Come and experience this special event at the museum. Refreshments will be available, and one lucky attendee will go home with their very own free DVD copy of the movie. The Lincoln Depot Museum is at 10…

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Events

The Bronxville Library Presents A Radio and Television Retrospective BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The Bronxville Library will present The Golden Age of Radio and Television...A Retrospective this Wednesday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This nostalgia-filled program will examine a wide range of popular radio and television shows and personalities, focusing primarily on the years 1935-1965. Using a variety of audio and video clips, participants will have a great opportunity to relive and discuss: Classic comedy and variety Shows spanning both media Newscasters and game show hosts Commercials for products no longer in existence An interactive quiz on television and radio the…

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Events

Norwalk's Human Services Council Sets Up For Touch-a-truck Fundraiser NORWALK, Conn. -- The Human Services Council’s fourth Annual KIDZFEST Touch-A-Truck & More Fundraiser to benefit Children’s Connection will be held rain or shine on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Taylor Farm Park in Norwalk.This hands-on interactive family event has real vehicles that dig, climb, rescue, crunch, honk and fly. The cost is just $5 per person. KIDZFEST will offer the unique opportunity for families to get in and explore construction, emergency and recreation vehicles of all sizes that are typically off-limits to the public. Emergency vehicles include: police…

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Events

Norwalk Symphony Orchestra Program: It's (Not) Just For Kids NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Symphony Orchestra will hold its (Not) Just For Kids presentation on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the New Canaan Library at 1:30 p.m. in the Children's Program Room.The Norwalk Symphony Orchestra's (Not) Just For Kids program is a lively, fun and interactive program designed to be educational as well as entertaining. Members of the orchestra demonstrate their instruments, play for the children and answer questions in hour-long presentations. Throughout the season, presentations are made for all instrument families: strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion. All program…

by Ken Davis

10/07/2015

Politics

State Sen. Latimer Organizes Summit With Local Chambers Of Commerce PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Representatives from nearly a dozen local Chamber of Commerce groups met at a Chamber Summit Meeting, sponsored by State Sen. George Latimer (D-Rye), at the Port Chester Senior Center on Sept. 29. The attendees came from communities as diverse as Armonk and Yonkers to exchange ideas on growing business in their local areas, and share strategies for attracting membership and motivating residents to "Buy Local." "This was an opportunity for people to hear what is happening in neighboring communities, and to spark ideas that may be helpful in their own ar…

by Ken Davis

10/06/2015

Schools

New Rochelle School Board Discusses Demographic Report At Tuesday Meeting NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- A report pertaining to future enrollment will be discussed at a Board of Education meeting will be held 7 p.m., Tuesday at the Linda Kelly Theater, House IV, at New Rochelle High School.The board will discuss an in-depth report prepared by the firm WXY, which details demographic projections for enrollment in New Rochelle schools. The board will also consider a proposed bond for capital projects throughout the district and policies regarding health examinations and interscholastic athletics. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, go to Board Docs link at…

by Ken Davis

10/06/2015

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