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Casey Donahue

Assistant Managing Editor

cdonahue@dailyvoice.com

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Originally from Pennsylvania, Casey graduated from Fairfield University with a major in journalism and a minor in political science. He has covered several towns in Fairfield County since 2010. Case was formerly an assistant managing editor at Daily Voice.

Casey Donahue's Contributions

Politics

Port Chester Candidates Talk Budget, Class Sizes PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Class sizes and the budget were among the issues discussed Tuesday night during a debate between candidates for the Port Chester Board of Education. Incumbent board member Carolee Brakewood said that class sizes are one of the areas where the district could see the most improvement. "Enrollment has crept up over time, and we have limited space in the district," she said. She added that during her three years on the board, the district has looked for options to reduce class sizes, including building more and renting space. "We're studying the space issues and trying to …

by Casey Donahue

05/08/2013

Schools

Rye Middle School Hosts Dignity Expo RYE, N.Y. -- Rye Middle School hosted a Dignity Expo on Friday in celebration of the ongoing "Dignity for All" campaign in the Rye schools. The saying for the day was "We Stand for the Silent," which was displayed on T-shirts and temporary tattoos throughout the school. The day's events centered on diversity, acceptance and anti-bullying, as well as other positive messages. The day began with a screening of CNN's "The Bully Effect," followed by a special message from Anderson Cooper that was taped specifically for Rye Middle School students. Students then toured the exposition in the gy…

by Casey Donahue

05/08/2013

Schools

Harrison Students Help Boston Marathon Runner Finish Race HARRISON, N.Y. -- Students at S.J. Preston Elementary School in Harrison gave a Boston Marathon runner the chance to finish the race while raising more than $3,000 for charity. On April 15, the day of the Boston Marathon bombings, the students at S.J. Preston had participated in their own marathon organized by Principal Jeremy Barker and teachers Susan Spieholtz, Marissa Coulehan, Timothy Poole-DiSalvo and Jennifer Burkhardt. Members of the Green Key Service Club organized a loose change donation drive and raffled off a baseball signed by Yankees pitcher and Harrison resident Mariano Rivera…

by Casey Donahue

05/08/2013

News

Rye Police Urge Owners To Leash Dogs After Bites RYE, N.Y. -- Rye police are reminding residents to leash their dogs after two children were bitten at Rye Town Park last weekend. The two children were bitten on the leg by unleashed Jack Russell terriers. Rye Police Commissioner William Connors issued a statement reminding residents that with warmer weather, there will be more families and children in parks where owners usually walk there dogs, including Rye Town Park. "Although many residents and non-residents view Rye Town Park as a “dog park,” it is not, and the rights of non-dog owners to the use and enjoyment of the park must be res…

by Casey Donahue

05/08/2013

Events

Harrison Library Hosts Book Publishing Workshop HARRISON, N.Y. -- Are you hoping to get your book published? The Harrison Library may be able to help you out. Author Heather Tomlinson will host a "Writing for Publication" workshop Monday night. She will discuss the current publishing landscape, resources for authors and which scams to avoid. Tomlinson is author of several teen fantasy novels, including "The Swan Maiden," "Aurelie: A Faerie Tale" and "Toads and Diamonds." She has also worked in book distribution. The workshop will be held Monday at 7 p.m. at the Harrison Public Library, 2 Bruce Ave.

by Casey Donahue

05/06/2013

Events

Rye City Council To Honor History, Outline Future Plans RYE, N.Y. -- Rye will look to both the past and the future at the City Council meeting this week. The City Council will celebrate Rye's history a a volunteer government and its commitment to public service at its meeting Wednesday night. Former mayors, council members, judges, as well as members of boards and commissioners are encouraged to attend as the council pays tribute to the volunteers who work in the government. The city's Citizens Finance Committee will also present its four-year financial plan for the city, outlining projection costs and revenue trends that should aid in decision-…

by Casey Donahue

05/06/2013

Events

Port Chester School Board Candidates To Meet Tuesday PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- Candidates for the Port Chester Board of Education will discuss school issues at a forum Tuesday night. Incumbent Carolee Brakewood and challenger James Carriere are both campaigning for one open spot. They will discuss issues and answer questions related to the Port Chester School District. The district election will be held May 21. The forum is hosted by the Rye, Rye Brook and Port Chester League of Women Voters. The event will be held at 7:30 p.m. in Room 229 of Port Chester High School, 1 Tamarack Road.

by Casey Donahue

05/06/2013

News

Ruling On Police Shooting Tops Harrison's News This Week HARRISON, N.Y. -- The decision regarding an October shooting involving police was Harrison's top news this week. Here are some other top stories from this week. Lt. Vito Castellano shot a burglary suspect during a stop in October. After a months-long investigation, Westchester County officials determined that the shooting was accidental. Harrison High School was named one of the most challenging schools in the country by the Washington Post. Harrison was ranked No. 356 in the country and No. 41 in the state. Harrison High School celebrated the induction of 148 students into …

by Casey Donahue

05/05/2013

News

Norovirus Outbreak Tops Port Chester's News This Week PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- An outbreak of Norovirus at the Westchester Hilton in Rye Brook was the top story on The Port Chester Daily Voice this week. Here are some more top stories. After more than 100 people reported getting sick last week at the Westchester Hilton, county health officials confirmed that the source of the illness was Norovirus. Officials have been working with hotel staff to review sanitary practices and prevent further spread. Visitors to downtown Port Chester will have to pay more to park. Village officials raised the rates of parking meters on the street and in …

by Casey Donahue

05/05/2013

News

Bow Hunting Plan Tops Rye's News This Week RYE, N.Y. -- Rye's decision not to use bow hunters to cull deer tops Rye's news this week. Here are some more top stories from this week. The Rye City Council had discussed using a bow hunting program to help deal with the overpopulation of deer in the city. The council has decided not to go ahead with the program due to worries that it would not help the problem or possibly make it worse. Rye High School was named one of the most challenging high schools in the country by the Washington Post. Rye was ranked No. 183 in the country and 10th in the state. Rye Playland is set t…

by Casey Donahue

05/05/2013

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