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Briarcliff Historical Society Discusses Colonial-Era Businesswomen Briarcliff Historical Society Discusses Colonial-Era Businesswomen
Briarcliff Historical Society Discusses Colonial-Era Businesswomen BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- Westchester author and historian Jean Zimmerman is scheduled to speak at the Briarcliff Historical Society's annual meeting on Sunday, April 3, in Briarcliff Congregational Church's Parish Hall.Zimmerman will discuss her book "The Women of the House: How a Colonial She-Merchant Built a Mansion, a Fortune, and a Dynasty." Colonial Manhattan was a center of activity for female merchants, who owned shops and ships and traded everything from linens to looking glasses. Dutch law and culture encouraged such women to prosper long before there was any sort of prof…
Serino’s Outrage Over Delays In Pudding Overpass Project Tops Putnam News Serino’s Outrage Over Delays In Pudding Overpass Project Tops Putnam News
Serino’s Outrage Over Delays In Pudding Overpass Project Tops Putnam News PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Putnam County. State Sen. Sue Serino expressed outrage over the delay in constructing the Pudding Street overpass after several more accidents were reported at the intersection this month. The Putnam County SPCA is offering another Animal Cruelty Watch Seminar in April in Carmel to teach people how to spot and report animal abuse. Mahopac Marina held a free boater safety class on Saturday. Thousands of people lined Route 6 last Sunday in Mahopac for the 40th annual Northern Westchester/Putnam St. Patrick's Day Parade.…
Arrest Of ‘Flasher’ In Private School Incident Tops News In Westchester Arrest Of ‘Flasher’ In Private School Incident Tops News In Westchester
Arrest Of ‘Flasher’ In Private School Incident Tops News In Westchester WESTCHESTER, COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Southern Westchester County. Scarsdale resident Edward Foley, 27, was arrested in connection with a Feb. 25 disrobing incident at Maria Regina High School, police said Thursday. Details of the sexual harassment allegations that led to the firing of University of California-Berkeley assistant men's basketball coach and Scarsdale native Yann Hufnagel emerged on the eve of the Bears' first-round NCAA Tournament appearance Friday. A Long Island limousine driver has been indicted for criminally negligent homicide in …
JV Mall’s Renovation Project Tops Week’s News In Northern Westchester JV Mall’s Renovation Project Tops Week’s News In Northern Westchester
JV Mall’s Renovation Project Tops Week’s News In Northern Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Northern Weschester County. Shoppers will soon enjoy new and updated retail offerings as part of the significant renovation project currently underway at Jefferson Valley Mall. Hundreds of the tristate area’s top business minds came together to kick off the Hudson Valley’s largest trade show in Rye Brook on Thursday. More than 125 elected officials, hospital executives and other business leaders attended a reception by Daily Voice on Tuesday night at The Briarcliff Manor. New York continues to get more expensive …
Paramus' Visitation Academy Holds Spring Gala Paramus' Visitation Academy Holds Spring Gala
Paramus' Visitation Academy Holds Spring Gala PARAMUS, N.J. -- Visitation Academy in Paramus held its Spring Gala on Tuesday, March 15 at the Venetian in Garfield. The sold-out event included a delicious dinner, exciting gifts and many raffles. The highlight of the evening was the eighth-grade fashion show. The Home School Association, its president Christine Twomey, and all the parents worked tirelessly to make the evening a success.
Closter's Temple Beth El Screens 'I Shall Not Be SIlent' Closter's Temple Beth El Screens 'I Shall Not Be SIlent'
Closter's Temple Beth El Screens 'I Shall Not Be SIlent' CLOSTER, N.J. -- Temple Beth El of Northern Valley in Closter will screen the documentary "Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent” at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 7.In 1930s Berlin, Joachim Prinz was a young rabbi as the Hitler regime was rising to power. While the civil rights of Jews in Germany were systematically being stripped away, Prinz restored their the self-esteem through his powerful and inspiring sermons. Although the Nazis monitored his sermons and despite repeated arrests, Prinz continued to preach, urging Jews to leave Germany. Expelled from Germany in 1937, Prinz arrived in the …
West Milford Nonprofit Hands In 4 Youth Seeks Summer Help West Milford Nonprofit Hands In 4 Youth Seeks Summer Help
West Milford Nonprofit Hands In 4 Youth Seeks Summer Help WEST MILFORD, N.J. -- Hands In 4 Youth's Camp Vacamas in West Milford is looking for energetic young people to work in its sleepaway camp program this summer. The experience will be life-changing for campers and staff alike. Please visit Hands in 4 Youth's website at www.hi4y.org and scroll down to the bottom of the home page and click "Employment" for details. Hands In 4 Youth (HI4Y) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1924 by a group of teachers, social workers and business people to provide enriching summer camp experiences to deserving young people from communities with li…
New Milford Fire Co.1 5K Fast Approaching New Milford Fire Co.1 5K Fast Approaching
New Milford Fire Co.1 5K Fast Approaching NEW MILFORD, N.J. -- New Milford Fire Company One will host its Annual 5K Run Saturday, June 18.The event will feature the 5K Run, 1 Mile Road Race, Family Walk and Kids Dash. It will include complimentary pre-race food, a post-race family BBQ with live music and entertainment. Beer and wine will be available. Awards will be given for the best represented running club, special categories and much, much more. Four-person team and family team registration discounts also will be offered. There will be lots of fun activities for children, including shorter races. Adults can visit with health …
Ridgewood YMCA Offers School Vacation Camp Ridgewood YMCA Offers School Vacation Camp
Ridgewood YMCA Offers School Vacation Camp RIDGEWOOD, N.J. --The Ridgewood YMCA is offering affordable and quality day camp for children during the public school summer break. Kids will enjoy daily recreational and educational activities, including swimming, arts and crafts, and fun theme days. For additional information, contact Michael Rainere at (201)444-5600 x 339.
Lodi Elementary School Seeks Volunteer Teachers For Extended Day Program Lodi Elementary School Seeks Volunteer Teachers For Extended Day Program
Lodi Elementary School Seeks Volunteer Teachers For Extended Day Program LODI, N.J. -- Wilson Elementary School in Lodi is looking for volunteers willing to teach math, language arts and/or writing during an extended day program to assist at-risk students in an effort to deepen their understanding of these subjects by developing an NJASK Test Prep course.Volunteers will work closely with the building principal to develop appropriate activities and lessons. All volunteers must possess a working knowledge of the Common Core Standards, have a state criminal background check and Lodi Board of Education approval. Substitute certification a plus. If you are interested…
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