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Brigid, Mike and Madoc Chamberlain with Brian Pouliot and Robbin Bongiorno

Vista Scouts honor the memory of Bill Bongiorno

A much-loved former Cubmaster whose spirited personality, flair for organization, and talent for recruiting and motivating volunteers were keys to maintaining regular scouting activities during the Covid pandemic, as other packs were scaling down...
Town Supervisor Ed Lachterman and Deputy Supervisor, Councilman Sergio Esposito

Yorktown hears public input on Lake Osceola overlay expansion

There wasn’t an empty seat in Town Hall on Tuesday as residents packed the board room — with many standing along the walls — to weigh in on a proposal to add a parcel of land to the Lake Osceola Planned Design District Overlay Zone. The amendment would update the town’s zoning map by including the 49.6-acre property at 3000 Navajo St.  
At the Schools
NORTH SALEM, NY -- When you participate in Friends of Karen’s Back-to-School program, you give parents, consumed with caring for their critically ill child, peace of mind knowing their children will be ready for the new school year. You’ll relieve...
BREWSTER, N.Y. — Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) will hold its annual School Supply Program distribution on Aug. 19 and 20, providing low-income Putnam County families with new backpacks and gift cards to purchase needed supplies....
A leadership shift on the Yorktown Board of Education saw Lisa Rolle and Reshmi Bose take on the roles of president and vice president.  
SHRUB OAK, N.Y.—Lankeland High School bid farewell to its class of 2025 on June 21. We congratulate all the students and their families and wish you all the best in whatever comes next!
The Mahopac Central School District has been named a 2025 Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Foundation for the fifth consecutive year. The prestigious honor is awarded to school districts...
Arts & Entertainment
Westchester Bluegrass Club set to kick off ‘Summer Stage’
Nestled in the scenic hills of Lake Purdys, the Westchester Bluegrass Club (WBC) has been bringing world-class acoustic music to the community for 17 years. Founded by local resident and award-winning songwriter Mike Burns, the WBC has built a...
“The Knock from Nobody,” by Ed Perratore
Mount Kisco author offers chills in new novel
“I see horror in every day life,” explains local author Ed Perratore. This keen eye for the macabre around us led to the inspiration for his newest novel, “The Knock from Nobody.” The book tells the story of a group of childhood friends who are reunited in their hometown in the aftermath ...
Floral Adventures: Open call to artists for summer-themed show with awards
Floral Adventures aims to capture the dynamic relationship between nature and creativity. Artists are invited to interpret this theme in innovative ways—whether through realistic representations, abstract interpretations or conceptual...
Paradise found
When you step out of the airport into a Caribbean country, it looks like the scene when "The Wizard of Oz" turns from black and white to color, hopefully after an easier landing than Dorothy's.The …
Photo Gallery: Fox Lane High School Fashion Show
BEDFORD, N.Y. - On Friday, June 13, students closed out the year in style at the Fox Lane Fashion Show. The annual extravaganza was entirely run by students, showcasing their talents for …
Sports

Condon finishes John Jay career in style with win at states

Andy Condon finished a decorated running career at John Jay.
Andy Condon came up through the John Jay youth system playing lacrosse and arrived on the freshman team with the realization that he wasn’t enjoying the sport. “On the first day of practice,” he said, “I went up to the coach and told him I wasn’t...
SOMERS, N.Y. - On Saturday, May 3, Somers High School hosted the annual Lion’s Club Track Meet, and the Tuskers were ready to run. But not one Somers runner needed to cross the finish line, …
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Seen here in last season's regional final, Aditi Parambath is one of this year's Lakeland players in the Hudson Valley Summer Field Hockey League.
The Hudson Valley Summer Field Hockey League’s 25th season is underway, continuing a remarkable run fueled by a love for the game by both players and coaches. “It has lasted so long because there is a shared sentiment amongst players and coaches...
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YOUTH SOFTBALL
The Rockets: Back row: Savanna Preikschat, Kerri Moore, Jayleen Sanchez, Sadie Schwartz, Nicole Behler, Cianna Andrews, Front row: Mollie Hearty, Marrisa Duran, Maddie Buturla, Madelyn Jones, Tayla Cancellieri.

Mahopac girls help Rockets to 16u final

A contingent of Mahopac players helped the Brewster Rockets 16U girls softball team overcome early challenges to achieve glory this spring. The feat is all the more impressive for a unit that went 0-5 in the fall and started the spring not...

Rebel defenseman Declan Duggan stands out in lax and music

Recent Lakeland graduate Declan Duggan played two years on Lakeland/Panas’ boys lacrosse squad as a defenseman. This season he stood out as he was named both All-Section and All-League for a Rebel squad that won its league. How old were you when...
Haylie Donovan with her proud parents.

Donovan finishes career in Somers with second place finish at states

On June 14, Haylie Donovan lined up for the 400-meter state finals. At Middletown High School, the senior knew this was her last high school race and refused to let jitters be part of the outcome.  “I didn’t want anything to get in between...

Obituaries
Nathan Sloan
Nathan Sloan, age 100, passed away on June 23, 2025, at the NYS Veterans Home in Montrose, NY. Remembered as an extraordinary father, uncle, and teacher, Nathan was an iconoclast who carved his …
Diana P. Tyler
Diana Piroska Jenney Tyler passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, at her home in Katonah after a four-year battle with cancer. Born on September 21, 1948, in Orinda, California to Dr. Elliot …
John H. Clark
John Harold Clark passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the age of 70 after a lengthy illness.John was born February 12, 1955, in Bedford, NY to John W. & Barbara Clark. He is survived by …
Joyce Weisel
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joyce Mary Weisel (nee Murphy) on June 8. Surrounded by the love of her family, she departed peacefully. Born in Trenton, New Jersey on …
Michael J. Hershchuk
Michael J. Hershchuk, 78, passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Yorktown Rehab & Nursing Center.Born in Yonkers, NY on May 18, 1947, he was the son of the late Michael and Rose (Delucci) …
Publisher's Memo

We shouldn’t ban AI from classrooms

I didn’t set out to write this column. In fact, it was ChatGPT’s idea. What began as a casual inquiry—I had asked it for thoughts on a provocative article I’d just read—quickly became a …

Increasingly, Westchester County feels like New York City’s sixth borough. During COVID, there was a mini-exodus from the city to Westchester, which drove up real estate prices and the overall cost of housing. The county is also experiencing a...
In my previous column, I discussed how the Overlay Law gives a developer a significant density bonus, a.k.a. more units or building square footage, in exchange for constructing or paying for a town infrastructure improvement, like the Navajo...
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Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, As we celebrate the birth of our great nation this July 4th, the North Salem Republican Town Committee would like to take a moment to honor a group of Americans who too often go …
Home & Garden

Gnome sweet gnome

I miss my garden. I miss the whole year-round process of planning the new crops of vegetables and types of flowers to grow, buying seeds and plants, lugging giant bags of potting soil, mulch and peat …

Westchester Land Trust benefit breaks fundraising record

BEDFORD HILLS, N.Y. - On Saturday, June 7, more than 300 guests gathered at Ivanna Farm in Mount Kisco for “Fields of Gold: Celebrating Champions of New Horizons,” the largest fundraiser of the …

Garden Smart: Tend to your garden, tend to yourself

Garden Smart: Tend to your garden, tend to yourself.As the vibrant colors of spring emerge, many eagerly anticipate the gardening season. Preparing for gardening involves more than just selecting …

Katonah Village Library and Westmoreland Sanctuary honored with Green Awards

BEDFORD, N.Y. - Bedford took time out this month to celebrate the achievements of the Katonah Village Library and Westmoreland Sanctuary in helping to maintain and improve the environment.In a town …
News and features from around the web
Former Navy SEALs are diving to save the ocean
Reasons to be Cheerful reports on Force Blue, where veterans use their skills for marine conservation, healing both ocean and themselves.
How to power the AI economy while supporting local communities
Bloom Energy reports on how onsite power, like fuel cells, can support AI's energy needs while minimizing costs and pollution for local communities.
Variety is the sauce of life.
3 basic ingredients, a million possibilities: How small pizzerias succeed with uniqueness in an age of chain restaurants
While economic forces have streamlined many global dishes into uniform, predictable formats, pizza continues to thrive in all its messy and delicious variety.
5 ways to help make more affordable (and sustainable) choices at the pharmacy
(BPT) - Health care essentials like over-the-counter (OTC) products can quickly add up and eat into your budget. Whether you're buying pain medication to manage headaches or antibiotic ointment for …
Extreme heat is becoming more common in the U.S. Here’s how to stay safe.
Healthbeat reports extreme heat is rising in the U.S., posing health risks, especially for vulnerable populations. Stay safe by hydrating and avoiding extreme temperatures.