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Putnam DA, Sheriff Issue New Scam Phone Call Warning PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Putnam County District Attorney Robert Tendy and Sheriff Donald B. Smith have issued a warning about scam IRS calls targeting senior citizens. Several Putnam County residents have recently reported receiving fraudulent calls from scam artists claiming to be IRS officials and demanding payments for taxes. The scammers often threaten the victim with a loss of driver's license, business license, deportation or jail time. The callers usually demand payment through an untraceable cash or debit card, online service or wire service such as Western Union. Real IRS agents w…

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

News

SPCA Of Westchester In Briarcliff Helps Saves Dogs From Illegal Meat Trade WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- SPCA of Westchester has partnered with the Soi Dog Foundation to save victims from the illegal meat trade. The Soi Dog Foundation works to rescue dogs that have been captured in Thailand. Victims of the dog meat trade are often grabbed from the streets or abducted from families, then crammed into wire cages and transported to be butchered for their meat. Honey Blue, Carmel and Indy are three such dogs scheduled to arrive at the SPCA on Tuesday, May 3. All three dogs are well-socialized and good-natured but will need medical treatment, along with nurture and c…

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

Neighbors

Suffern Executive Gets Marketing '40 Under 40' Award SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Melissa Behrens Lipovsky, Vice President and Creative Director for the Suffern-based The Byne Group, was honored by the New Jersey Advertising Club as one of the "best-of-the-best" under 40 in marketing and communications. Lipovsky, 35, is a Long Valley, N.J. resident. She was one of 35 individuals honored at the second annual award ceremony. “We are so proud of Melissa and all of her accomplishments to date,” said Ann Byne, The Byne Group’s Principal. “Since we began working together in 2007, Melissa’s creative talent and passion for marketing shines through in …

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

Schools

Croton-Harmon Students Share Poems In Their Pockets CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The students of Carrie E. Tompkins created personalized pockets to carry hand-selected poems in celebration of Poem in Your Pocket Day on Wednesday, April 20. Students in Joann Chousa's third grade class shared poems they authored, as well as ones from poetry books with their peers throughout the day. Poem in Your Pocket Day takes place during National Poetry Month, which celebrates literature in schools, libraries, bookstores and beyond.

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

News

Croton Libary Launches Community Supported Agriculture Program CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. -- The Croton Free Library will host Lineage Farm Community Supported Agriculture on Thursdays from June to October. Lineage Farm CSA will provide freshly harvested vegetables straight from the farm from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Thursdays for 20 weeks. Members choose their vegetables from a selection of that week's harvest. Share sizes range from $310 for 5 vegetables a week to $422 for 7 a week or $515 for 10 a week. SNAP benefits are accepted. Berry and egg shares are also available. For registration and additional information, visit www.crotonfreelibrary.org/croto…

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

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YWCA White Plains Launches Spring Health Series WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- YWCA White Plains and Central Westchester will launch a spring health series beginning in May. A program aimed at reducing falls and supporting better balance will begin Tuesday, May 3 or Thursday, May 5. The eight-week program emphasizes practical strategies and realistic exercise goals. Classes take place at 10:30 a.m. and noon on Tuesdays or Thursdays. The program cost is $100 for members and $125 for nonmembers. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Balance begins May 3. Dr. Paul Lam developed the eight-week program to relieve arthritis pain and improve balance, stamina and …

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

Events

Pick A Side In Marvel's 'Civil War' At Greenburgh Public Library GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Area teens and tweens can channel their inner Marvel superhero and choose a side in the upcoming "Civil War" at Greenburgh Public Library at a pin making event on Thursday, May 5. Kids in grades 6 through 12 can choose between "Team Captain America" and "Team Iron Man" and make a corresponding pin. All supplies will be provided free of charge. The event will run from 4 to 5 p.m. For additional information, call 914-721-8224 or visit greenburghlibrary.org. "Captain America: Civil War" opens in select theaters with Thursday nigh…

by Frank Mojica

05/03/2016

Events

AFC In Yorktown Celebrates Urgent Care Month YORKTOWN, N.Y. -- AFC Urgent Care Yorktown Heights will celebrate National Urgent Care Awareness Month with three “get to know us” outdoor cafés. “While sipping tea and enjoying snacks community members are invited to bring any questions they may have,” said Dr. Gupta, Medical Director for AFC Yorktown. “From health insurance, what specific urgent care services we provide to general wellness information we will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.” "Coffee and Tea at AFC" will be held on May 10, 17 and 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. Each event will feature free coffee, tea, sn…

by Frank Mojica

05/02/2016

Schools

Pelham Elementary School Prospect Hill Recognized For Habits Of Mind PELHAM, N.Y. -- The Institute for Habits of Mind recognized Dr. Richard Limato and Prospect Hill Elementary School as an International Learning Community of Excellence for infusing the Habits of Mind into the community and sustaining commitment to HOM over an extended period of time. "We were encouraged to apply for IHOM certification as a result of our body of work over the years to teach and promote the Habits to our students, teachers and families," said Principal Limato. "Our HOM Team applied and Lauren Carner (Emeritus), Kate Alix, Sarah DeSoye, Eric Katz and I are proud …

by Frank Mojica

05/02/2016

Schools

Bronxville School Screens Digital Age Documentary BRONXVILLE, N.Y. -- The Bronxville School screened "Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age" at Bow Tie Cinemas on April 25. More than 200 people attend the screening, which was followed by a Q&A and discussion with director Delaney Ruston. The school held another screening for middle school students and ninth-graders in the auditorium on April 26. After the screening, students said their parents enforced phone and electronic usage, with many reporting only having one nearby after completing homework. Another screening will take place in the school's auditorium for pa…

by Frank Mojica

05/02/2016

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