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Westchester Communities, Colleges Set 'Relay For Life' Events Westchester Communities, Colleges Set 'Relay For Life' Events
Westchester Communities, Colleges Set 'Relay For Life' Events Hundreds, if not thousands, of folks will be lacing up their running shoes this spring all over Westchester to help fight a deadly disease. The American Cancer Society says that 13 Relay for Life events have been scheduled for May 20 through June 19. The community-led events will be held in: Eastchester, Mamaroneck, Chappaqua, Harrison, Katonah-Lewisboro, the Tarrytowns, Yorktown, Yonkers, Somers, Ossining and the Hendrick Hudson School District. The two college sponsored ones – for students, staff and alumni – will be held at Iona College and Pace University. The Iona event will take pla…

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by Carol Reif
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Triscuit Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week Triscuit Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week
Triscuit Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- A bulldog mix who thinks she's a lap dog has been named the SPCA of Westchester's Pet of the Week. Triscuit, who is described as a "sweet mush of a dog," became popular with the animal shelter's staff almost as quickly as she came in, according to a statement from the SPCA, which said she has a "gentle nature and outgoing personality." According to the SPCA, Triscuit would probably do best with an active family able to provide her with "the TLC she deserves." To learn more about Triscuit or any of the other animals up for adoption wit…

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by James O'Rourke
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South Salem Artist Tom Christopher Speaks At Hometown Library South Salem Artist Tom Christopher Speaks At Hometown Library
South Salem Artist Tom Christopher Speaks At Hometown Library LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- Artist Tom Christopher will speak at the Lewisboro Library's Annual Meeting on Sunday. Christopher, a South Salem resident, is known for his expressionist urban paintings and murals, mostly of New York City. He began as a commercial artist, and has become a notable artist with worldwide galleries and exhibitions. He is currently involved with the Paseo Caribe Mural project in Puerto Rico. His presentation will be preceded by a short business meeting. For more information and to view Christopher's work for an upcoming Paris exhibit, visit his website. The meeting will be…

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by Ken Davis
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Katonah Book Launch Includes Wine, Anti-Aging Advice Katonah Book Launch Includes Wine, Anti-Aging Advice
Katonah Book Launch Includes Wine, Anti-Aging Advice KATONAH, N.Y. -- Mother/daughter duo Laura Massari, of Mount Kisco, and her mom, Cindy Massari of Katonah, profiled in an earlier Daily Voice story HERE, are hosting a book launch cocktail party on Thursday, Jan. 26 at Peppino's in Katonah. "Books, Looks & Bubbly" starts at 7 p.m. and includes hors d'oeuvres, wine, Prosecco and a cash bar for cocktails. Also on hand: a board certified Manhattan-based physician specializing in aesthetic dermatology and anti-aging medicine who will give free consultations with the purchase of the women's book, "Passionistas: Tips, Tales &…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Ready. Set. Roar!: 'Animal Allies' Focus Of Chappaqua Robotics Contest Ready. Set. Roar!: 'Animal Allies' Focus Of Chappaqua Robotics Contest
Ready. Set. Roar!: 'Animal Allies' Focus Of Chappaqua Robotics Contest CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. – Eighteen teams of fledgling scientists and engineers will soon be roaring their way to victory -- or quacking, barking or squeaking -- in a FIRST® LEGO® League tourney at a Chappaqua school. “Animal Allies,” its theme, is especially apropos; one of the competition’s four events requires the children and teens to make a presentation that addresses human and animal interactions ... and the problems that may arise from them. Coyotes became a contentious local issue last year after several pet dogs were attacked, one of them fatally, by the woodland creature. And, in nearby Os…

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by Carol Reif
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Suicide Victim's Dad Brings Anti-Bullying Crusade To Armonk Suicide Victim's Dad Brings Anti-Bullying Crusade To Armonk
Suicide Victim's Dad Brings Anti-Bullying Crusade To Armonk ARMONK, N.Y. -- John Halligan doesn’t believe that his 13-year-old son, Ryan, killed himself in 2003 because one person was mean to him. “What happened here was far more complicated than that,” Halligan says in a presentation on teen depression and bullying that he has been giving at schools across the country for the past 12 years. Halligan, a former IBM engineer from Vermont, will tell Ryan’s story at the H.C. Crittenden Middle School in Armonk's Byram Hills Central School District from 7-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18. He will also be making a presentation to students during the school…

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by Carol Reif
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Katonah Chamber Holding 8th-Annual 'Chili Night' Katonah Chamber Holding 8th-Annual 'Chili Night'
Katonah Chamber Holding 8th-Annual 'Chili Night' KATONAH, N.Y. -- The Katonah Chamber of Commerce invites community members to attend its 8th-annual "Chili Night," which will feature several flavors of chili and live music. The gathering is set for Feb. 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will be held at the Katonah Village Library. Admission for the event is $20 per person if purchased in advance, with a $25 rate if bought at the door. Last year's Chili Night had 17 entries, the chamber noted on its Facebook page. Griffin Anthony is set to perform live as the event's musical guest. Tickets can be purchased here.

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by Tom Auchterlonie
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Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair
Pound Ridge Holding Summer Jobs Fair POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Anyone looking for summer employment in Pound Ridge should plan ahead at a recreation department job fair on Monday, Jan. 2. The summer job fair runs 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Conant Hall, 257 Westchester Ave.  People are invited to explore career opportunities for the Pound Ridge Town Pool and Day Camp. During the open house, people will be able to speak directly with Recreation Superintendent Dave Goldberg and staff members about the numerous positions available for the 2017 summer season.  Job opportunities include, Lifeguard Head guard Booth guard Camp Counselor Head c…

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by Cindy Capitani
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Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips
Bedford Audubon Kicking Off 2017 With Eagle Watch, Field Trips KATONAH, N.Y. – The Bedford Audubon Society is offering what it believes to be a series of great opportunities to kick off 2017 with exercise, outdoors education and community involvement. Throughout January, the local chapter of the national nonprofit environmental organization has scheduled a host of activities designed to connect participants with nature and each other, according to event organizers. The events include: 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 11: The Native Plant Center’s Carol Capobianco is to deliver a lecture – “From Gardener and Birder to Bird Gardener” – at the Katonah Village …

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by James O'Rourke
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Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser
Recycle Your Christmas Trees At Lewisboro Boy Scouts' Fundraiser LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- Now that the presents have been unwrapped, Lewisboro residents will soon be taking down those sparkling trees to get ready for the New Year. To help, the Lewisboro Boy Scout's Troop 1 are holding their annual Tree-Cycle fundraiser to help raise money for their yearlong events. During the event, held Saturday, Jan. 7, 2017, boy scouts will come to local residents' homes and pick-up their discarded trees curbside and take them to be recycled. This year tree pick-ups will be available in Lewisboro, Bedford, Pound Ridge and North Salem. The suggested donation is $20. Please …

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by K Reakes
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Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights' Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights'
Take A Tour Of Somers Holiday Displays With 'Parade Of Lights' SOMERS, N.Y. --  The Somers Lions Club will host a "Parade of Lights" on Friday in Somers. The event is part of Illuminate Somers 2016, a holiday light decorating competition organized by the Somers Lions. The Parade of Lights will give people the opportunity to tour the best holiday displays in Somers using the most efficient driving route, according to a release from the Somers Lions Club. The Parade of Lights will start in the Somers High School parking lot at 6 p.m. Each participating vehicle will receive glow sticks, so those in the caravan can be identified. The organizer…

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by Ken Davis
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South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee'
South Salem Arts Center Presents 'Putnam County Spelling Bee' SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The Spring Street Arts Center at St. John's Church in South Salem will present a production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” performed by the Infinity Repertory Theatre Company on Friday and Saturdays, Jan. 13, 14, 20 and 21. The musical comedy has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor, according to a release from the Spring Street Arts Center.  An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens…

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by Ken Davis