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Friday, January 31, 2014

Garden events coming up: Beginning Beekeeping Workshop

... required: 718-439-3200, ext. 251, www.wavehill. org. Wave Hill, West 249th Street and Independence avenues. Somers: Make a Gourd Birdhouse. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Meet in the greenhouse. $15; pre-registration required at 914-886-5108 or ...

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Thursday, January 30, 2014

Paul A. Camarda Sr., 92, Of Somers

Camarda is survived by his children, Paul A. Camarda Jr. of Ridgefield, Conn., Emilia Procops of Bedford and Angela Camarda of Westport, Conn.; and four grandchildren.

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Josephine A. Battista, 101, Of Somers

Battista is survived by her daughter, Barbara Battista of Somers; son, John J. Battista, Jr. of The Villages, Fla.; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

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Local roundup: John Jay picks up win with five pins

The John Jay High School wrestling team ended its regular season with a 48-24 road win over Somers on Wednesday.

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North Salem's Ruth Keeler Library Hosts Events For Community

... Salem Middle School and High Schools. For more information, call 914-715-3014. North Salem Chamber of Commerce and Somers Chamber of Commerce Joint Meeting : "How to grow your business by understanding your business financials" with Steve Bender, ...

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Wednesday, January 29, 2014

8 Silver Springs Court Is The Somers Daily Voice House Of The Week

SOMERS, N.Y. A four-bedroom home at 8 Silver Springs Court in Katonah listed at $1.425 million is The Somers Daily Voice house of the week.

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Poet Anne Shaw To Read At Pace University Feb. 6

... Vox. Pace University is proud to be a content partner with The North Salem Daily Voice. Contact us to learn more. SOMERS, N.Y. -- Two women have been arrested in Somers in connection with a larceny report at the Stop & Shop, according to state ...

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Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Starting Over

... the right questions. Older and wiser, with new insights and some luck, I find myself working in a lovely office in Somers, NY, only 15-20 minutes from my home. The best commute of my life. My favorite nurse, Meaghan came with me. The doors opened 3 ...

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Noreen E. O'Hara, 50, Of Somers

... ss of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29 at St. Josephs RC Church, 95 Plum Brook Road, Somers. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne.

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/noreen-e-o-hara-50-somers

Theresa Maria Scerrati, 83, Of Somers

Scerrati is survived by her children, Edwin and Joseph Ritchie and Barbara Castellano; and four grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents. Calling hours are Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Clark Associates Funeral Home, Katonah.

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Yortown Woman Leads Fight Against Cancer, Somers Relay For Life

SOMERS, N.Y. Residents will celebrate cancer survivors, remember those lost, and fight back against the disease by raising funds during the next four months for the annual Somers Relay for Life.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/relay-life-fund-fight-against-cancer-back-big-way

Monday, January 27, 2014

Somers Lions Club Wine Tasting Benefit

Somers Lions Club wine tasting benefit for Guiding Eyes for the Blind and the Lions Charitable Fund , January 24, 2014, Somers NY.

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Elderly Man Steals $230 Worth of Groceries from Somers' Stop and Shop

A 72-year-old Mahopac man is facing criminal charges for stealing $230.49 worth of assorted groceries from the Stop and Shop in Somers, state troopers said.

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Bridge Work Closes Croton Falls Road In North Salem and Somers

Motorists traveling through North Salem and Somers are advised that the project to rehabilitate the Croton Falls Road Bridge over the Croton River will close Croton Falls Road in both directions from Monday, Jan. 27 through Friday, Jan. 31. The closure will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Route 100/202 and Route 22. A detour will be posted ... (more)

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Week Ahead: Full-Day Kindergarten Discussion; Somers Relay for Life

Kick off Party for Somers Relay for Life The Kick-Off party will be held at Somerfields in Somers on Monday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. Residents can learn more about the event, how to get involved, meet other people and sign up their teams.

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Westchester Football Fans Prep For First Super Bowl Played In Region

... estimated 100 million or more fans tuning in. According to the International Business Times, Robin and Rick Melen of Somers have been hosting a Super Bowl house party for 28 years with up to 50 friends in to watch the game. "When the Giants are ...

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Sunday, January 26, 2014

Somers Students Offer Technology Help To Community

At Home in Somers is inviting the community to participate in its first Technology Help Day on Sunday, Feb. 9. Open to all Somers residents, the program is designed to help people navigate their electronic devices.

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Student Engineers Compete In Mid-Hudson Robotics Tournament

SOMERS, N.Y. Robots and their designers from Suffern High School came out on top in the Mid-Hudson Bionic Brouhaha robotics tournament at Kennedy Catholic High School in Somers Saturday.

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Man Charged With DWI Under Leandra's Law Tops Somers News This Week

... York State Police arrested a Mount Kisco man and charged him with driving while intoxicated on Saturday, Jan. 18 in Somers, police officials said. Bedford resident Kerry Kennedy's trial for driving under the influence will begin on Monday, Feb. 24 ...

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Weave by Hand, Tap Sugar Maples at Muscoot Farm

Muscoot Farm is a Westchester County park located on Route 100 in Somers. There are several great events coming up in February.

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Arrest Of Man On DWI Charges Tops Mount Kisco News This Week

New York State Police arrested a Mount Kisco man and charged him with driving while intoxicated on Saturday, Jan. 18 in Somers.

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Saturday, January 25, 2014

Somers Relay For Life Plans Kick-off Party

The Relay For Life of Somers kick-off party is set to begin at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 27, at Somerfields, 325 Route 100 in Somers.

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Friday, January 24, 2014

Mohegan Lake Man Charged with DWI Under Leandra's Law

... more than twice the legal limit, and a young passenger in the car, according to officials. State police from the Somers barracks arrested Gregory S. Hullstrung at about 5:10 p.m. Monday. "Troopers were requested to assist the Somers Police ...

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Garden events coming up: Make a Gourd Birdhouse; more

... required: 718-439-3200, ext. 251, www.wavehill. org. Wave Hill, West 249th Street and Independence avenues. Somers: Make a Gourd Birdhouse. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Meet in the greenhouse. $15; pre-registration required at 914-886-5108 or ...

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Somers Library Hosts Children's Events

... games and crafts will be held and snacks available. For children in Kindergarten only. This program is limited to Somers residents. 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. Stepping Back In Time, Making Local History Come Alive: Learn more about local history with ...

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Thursday, January 23, 2014

'Magical Event': Kick off Party for Somers Relay for Life is on Jan. 27

... those we have lost and fight back against the disease. McCannon is now helping spread the word about the upcoming Somers' Relay for Life, scheduled for Friday, May 30. Over the last three years, volunteers have been able to raise a little over ...

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State Police In Somers Charge Man With DWI Under Leandra's Law

... in his vehicle under age 16 on Monday, Jan. 20, police officials said. Gregory S. Hullstrung, 43, was pulled over by Somers police for allegedly driving erratically. Somers authorities called troopers in for assistance, State Police said. Hullstrung ...

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Mohegan Lake Man Charged with DWI Under Leandra's Law

... more than twice the legal limit, and a young passenger in the car, according to officials. State police from the Somers barracks arrested Gregory S. Hullstrung at about 5:10 p.m. Monday. "Troopers were requested to assist the Somers Police ...

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Police Charge Mohegan Lake Man With DWI Under Leandra's Law

... in his vehicle under age 16 on Monday, Jan. 20, police officials said. Gregory S. Hullstrung, 43, was pulled over by Somers police for allegedly driving erratically. Somers authorities called troopers in for assistance, State Police said. Hullstrung ...

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Mohegan Lake man with child in car among 3 charged with DWI

... and Putnam counties, state police said. Gregory S. Hullstrung, 43, of Mohegan Lake was stopped on Dayton Drive in Somers about 5:10 p.m. Monday. He was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated with a minor, a felony, after police ...

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Ruth Keeler Library Plans Adult Events

The Tech-Wise Guys : North Salem's robotic team will be competing at John F. Kennedy Catholic High School in Somers against 23 other high school teams.

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Somers Police Arrest Man On DWI Charge

New York State Police from the Somers barracks charged a Mohegan Lake man with driving while intoxicated on Monday, Jan. 20, police officials said.

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Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Richard Hargrave

... moved to NY City in the 1960's, then later to Larchmont where they raised their family. In 2004 they moved to Somers NY. Mr. Hargrave was a graduate of The University of Pittsburgh, receiving both Bachelors and Masters Degrees. He was President of ...

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WMC Profiles In Healthcare: Mary Reiser, RN

... button to share this with all of your friends. WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Bedford Central, Katonah-Lewisboro, Somers and North Salem school districts have announced delayed openings Wednesday following Tuesday's snowstorm. Bedford Central will ...

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Man Charged with DWI After Rollover Accident in Somers

A 25-year-old Mount Kisco man is due in Somers Town Court next week to answer charges of drunken driving after he was involved in a rollover automobile accident on Route 118, New York State Police said.

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Rye Students Compete In Robotics Challenge In Somers

SOMERS, N.Y. Robots have taken over the lives of 19 Somers and North Salem students, which Kennedy Catholic junior Laurel Higham said is a good thing.

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Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Mount Kisco Man Charged With DWI In Somers

New York State Police arrested a Mount Kisco man and charged him with driving while intoxicated on Saturday, Jan. 18 in Somers, police officials said.

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Realtor Follows Her Own Advice In Quick Sale Of Her Own Home

... us of what our sellers are going through." With one daughter away in college and another commuting to school in Somers, Kerry and her husband Steve Cid, both real estate agents with Douglas Elliman, decided the time was right to downsize. After ...

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Yorktown, Lakeland, Somers Schools Dismissing Early

Students in the Yorktown, Lakeland and Somers school districts will be dismissed early Tuesday because of the impending snow.

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Somers Concession Stand Proposals; 'Critical Violations' at Eatery

... 2) Yorktown Town Board members will meet tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall. Click here for the agenda. 3) The town of Somers is soliciting proposals for the provisions of concessions operation in Reis Park with the right to the exclusive sale of ...

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Mount Kisco Man, 25, Accused of DWI, Involvement in Rollover

A 25-year-old Mount Kisco man was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and is alleged to have been involved in a rollover automobile accident on Route 118, New York State Police announced, stating that the events were in Somers.

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Monday, January 20, 2014

Somers to Hold Blood Drive for Boy Diagnosed with Leukemia

A blood drive for Daniel Turner, a Somers Intermediate School student who has been diagnosed with leukemia, has been scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 25 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the school.

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Danbury man faces DUI charge after I-684 chasevisit|article-5158066|interleaved-28495-breaking-news|2

... and reckless driving as a result of the incident that began at 11:05 p.m., state police said. Troopers from the Somers, N.Y., barracks initially tried to stop Garcia after he was observed traveling in excess of 90 miles per hour, but he ignored the ...

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Sunday, January 19, 2014

Danbury man faces DUI charge after I-684 chase

... and reckless driving as a result of the incident that began at 11:05 p.m., state police said. Troopers from the Somers, N.Y., barracks initially tried to stop Garcia after he was observed traveling in excess of 90 miles per hour, but he ignored the ...

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Reward Offer In Pleasantville Firefighter Murder Case Tops This Week's News

... Sunday, Jan. 12, that resulted in five alcohol-related arrests, police officials said. New York State Police from the Somers barracks arrested a Danbury, Conn., man who was speeding along I-684 at approximately 90 miles per hour before crashing into ...

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Adjournment In Somers Child Sex Case Tops News This Week

A college professor from Danbury charged with having sex with a 15-year-old Somers boy is due back in court Feb. 3. State police from teh Somers barracks arrested a Danbury man who was speeding along I-684 at approximately 90 miles per hour before crashing into a trooper's car just north of the Westchester County border on Wednesday at 11:05 p.m.

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Opening Of Restaurant The Inn Tops Pound Ridge News This Week

Celebrity Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten is set to open a new restaurant, The Inn, in Pound Ridge on Tuesday, Jan. 21. A college professor from Danbury charged with having sex with a 15-year-old Somers boy is due back in court Feb. 3. If you see a group of people digging in Mount Kisco's historic St. George/St.

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Phil Reisman: Kaplowitz coalition gives everyone 'skin in the game'

... I'm dozing off in mid-sentence ... ZZZZZZZ. On Friday, I asked the newly anointed chairman, Mike Kaplowitz, D-Somers, how long he thought this wonderful spirit of cooperation would last. He laughed -- heh, heh, heh. Then he paused for a second, ...

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Saturday, January 18, 2014

Sale-ing through winter at Pequot Library book event

... Pequot Library's Mid-Winter Book Sale. Photo: Mike Lauterborn Marianne, Charlotte and Anneliese Minnich traveled from Somers, N.Y., to browse the offerings Saturday at the Pequot Library's Mid-Winter Book Sale. Photo: Mike Lauterborn Geraldine Pires ...

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Westchester Schools Share School, Sports Items With Harlem Students

... at the Super Kids-Super Sharing event Friday in Harlem. Astorino thanked all the Westchester schools and the Somers-based nonprofit Let's Play It Forward for their donations of sports equipment, school supplies and books for kids in need. "The great ...

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Friday, January 17, 2014

Girls basketball: Caitlin Opfer's shot lifts Somers; more games

Pretty it wasn't. But when the final buzzer sounded Friday, visiting Somers left the court with its sixth win, escaping an upset against league rival Carmel, 33-31.

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Croton Falls Road closure postponed

Westchester County has postponed Friday's planned full closing of Croton Falls Road in North Salem and Somers.

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Somers Non-Profit, Local Students 'Play it Forward' at NFL's 'Super Kids-Super Sharing'

Westchester County Executive Robert P. Astorino is thanking Somers-based nonprofit Let's Play It Forward and Westchester school children for their generous donations of sports equipment, school supplies and books for children in need.

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What's Closed In Somers On MLK Day

Here's a look at what will be closed in Somers on Monday, Jan. 20 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

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State Police Arrest Woman In Somers Shoplifting Case

New York State Police from the Somers barracks arrested a Mahopac woman and charged her with petit larceny on Tuesday, Jan. 14, police officials said.

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Somers Lions, Guiding Eyes To Host Night Of Wine And Music

... "Blind Sommelier," will lead a tasting tour with music from jazz musician Blessing Offor, at the Lions Club event. SOMERS, N.Y. -- The Somers Lions Club is set to hold a benefit for Guiding Eyes for the Blind and the Lions Charitable Fund on Friday, ...

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Thursday, January 16, 2014

Astorino Thanks Local Schools And Nonprofit Organization Let's Play ...

County Executive Robert P. Astorino teamed up with the National Football League and the NY/NJ Super Bowl Host Committee at the Super Kids-Super Sharing event today in Harlem, thanking all the Westchester schools and the Somers-based nonprofit Let's Play It Forward for their generous donations of sports equipment, school supplies and books for kids ... (more)

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Mount Kisco Library Holds Art Exhibit Of Local Artists' Photography

... Marmor, Jacob Marmor and Emily Weiner throughout the month of January. Al and Joan Marmor reside in Heritage Hills in Somers. Al is a retired dentist and Joan is a retired photographer and is the co-owner of Images Photography. Artist Jacob Marmor ...

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Department of Transportation widens Croton River bridge in Croton Falls

The Westchester Department of Transportation is widening a bridge across the Croton River in Croton Falls between Somers and North Salem.

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Driver Going 90 MPH On I-684 Crashes Into Trooper's Car

New York State Police from the Somers barracks arrested a Danbury, Conn., man who was speeding along I-684 at approximately 90 miles per hour before crashing into a trooper's car just north of the Westchester County border on Wednesday at 11:05 p.m., according to police.

http://mountpleasant.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/driver-going-90-mph-i-684-crashes-troopers-car

Accident Near I-684 In Bedford Snarls Thursday Morning Commute

The left lane of westbound Route 172 in Bedford between 172 and Route 22 is blocked as a result of an accident reported at 8:10 a.m. near the junction of I-684. An accident has also been reported at the junction of Route 100 south and Route 202 in Somers that occurred shortly before 8 a.m.

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Don't Miss: Yorktown Charity Poker Tournament; Somers Kids Night Out

There are several ways to keep busy around Yorktown and Somers this weekend with these great events.

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Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Indoor Track and Field Release - 1.15.14

... Athlete of the Week for the first time. M-F ATHLETIC FEMALE TRACK ATHLETE OF THE WEEK JESSICA KENDZOR, LEHIGH Sr., Somers, N.Y. Kendzor won the 500-meter run in a time of 1:18.55 and was part of the victorious 4 X 800m relay team as Lehigh took ...

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Croton Falls Road bridge to close for 2 days

Croton Falls Road will be closed in both directions Thursday and Friday in North Salem and Somers to allow for bridge rehabilitation, officials said.

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Somers Child Sex Case Adjourned To Next Month

... is charged with third-degree criminal sexual act, a felony, and endangering the welfare of a child, a misdemeanor. SOMERS, N.Y. A college professor from Danbury charged with having sex with a 15-year-old Somers boy is due back in court Feb. 3. Paul ...

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Croton Falls Road Lane Closures on Thursday and Friday in Somers

The project to rehabilitate the Croton Falls Road Bridge over the Croton River in the towns of North Salem and Somers will require the full closure of Croton Falls Road in both directions on Thursday, Jan. 16 and Friday, Jan. 17. The closure will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. between Route 100/202 and Route 22. Motorists are advised to seek ... (more)

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Kaplowitz, Developer Await State Board's Ruling On New Castle Housing

... in 2010. "We've never had a project, in my opinion, that is as challenging for safety," said Michael Kaplowitz (D-Somers), chairman of the Board of Legislators, who voted against the resolutions. His district includes New Castle. Like Kaplowitz, ...

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Somers' Dana Kaplowitz Set For Emerson Stage Production

Dana Kaplowitz of Somers, who majors in BFA Acting at Emerson College, will be part of the Emerson stage production of "Fathers and Sons" as Dunyasha beginning on Thursday, Feb. 6 until Sunday Feb. 9 at the Paramount Mainstage in Emerson College.

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New Gifts at Somers Shop; Tax Returns; Pet of the Week

1) The new spring 2014 gift lines are arriving daily at Somers Custom Framing in Somers. Check out their Facebook page for more pictures of the new items at the store. 2) Yorktown's Love Struck Creations will be working with the SPCA of Westchester ...

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Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Gymnastics: Clarkstown defeats Lakeland/Panas and Somers to remain unbeaten

... her team. After Tuesday's meet at Galaxy Gymnastics, Clarkstown is 5-0. Clarkstown defeated both Lakeland/Panas and Somers with a score of 175.55 over their 168.1 and 153.65, respectively. But what surprised her is the huge performances by Skylar ...

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1977 South Salem double murder: A son seeks to keep his mother's killersbehind bars

... undermine respect for the law." Jason Minter, with the help of a man who faced a similar violent family tragedy in Somers, has since waged a vigorous campaign to keep his mother's killers behind bars. The two are also working on changing state law ...

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Kaplowitz Announces Westchester Board of Legislators Committee Members

... Chairman Michael Kaplowitz announced Monday the board's committees for the 2014-15 legislative term. Kaplowitz (D-Somers) said he worked closely with Majority Leader Catherine Borgia (D-Ossining) and Minority Leader John Testa (R-Peekskill) to place ...

http://scarsdale.dailyvoice.com/news/kaplowitz-announces-westchester-board-legislators-committee-members

Find A Job In Somers

Goldens Bridge firefighters arrived at a home on 37 Fairmont Road on Saturday to find a roof fire that had started in the chimney, according to LoHud.com.

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-somers-60

Medical Marijuana Advocate Katz Calls Colorado Visit 'Remarkable'

... tz was elected to the state Assembly for the 99th Assembly District in November 2010. His district includes Yorktown, Somers and parts of Putnam County.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/news/medical-marijuana-advocate-katz-calls-colorado-visit-remarkable

Monday, January 13, 2014

Jobs in and Around Bedford and Chappaqua

Retail Store Manager - NY - Mahopac, Somers and Bedford Hills Candidates will begin as a Store Management Trainee completing basic operations and management skills training and learning about key aspects of the business and CVS/pharmacy culture.

http://bedford.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/jobs-in-and-around-bedford-and-chappaqua

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Youngsters Learn How Mammals Stay Warm During Winter At Teatown

... fell off. The country club got her to a wildlife rehabilitator, who then sent her to Teatown's opossum specialist in Somers. Eventually, she came to Schilmeister, another wildlife rehabilitator who specializes in possums and snakes. She put the now ...

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Seasonal Jobs Available In Westchester County

By Pamela Stern: Yorktown, Somers residents are you looking for a summer job? The Westchester County Department of Public Safety is accepting applications for Seasonal Park Rangers to patrol county parks this summer.

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Election Of County Vice Chair Tops New Rochelle News This Week

Michael Kaplowitz (D Somers) was elected chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators by a wide margin, while his coalition colleague Jim Maisano (R New Rochelle) was elected vice chair by a 9-to-8 vote Monday night. The Yonkers Fire ...

http://newrochelle.dailyvoice.com/news/election-county-vice-chair-tops-new-rochelle-news-week

Gov. Cuomo's Tax Freeze Proposal Mount Kisco News This Week

... on property taxes , Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced in his State of the State address Wednesday. Michael Kaplowitz (D Somers) was elected chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators by a wide margin, while his coalition colleague Jim Maisano (R ...

http://mtkisco.dailyvoice.com/news/gov-cuomos-tax-freeze-proposal-mount-kisco-news-week

Election Of BOL Committee Leadership Tops Somers News This Week

Westchester County Board of Legislators Chairman Michael Kaplowitz of Somers, and Vice Chairman James Maisano, announced the committee leadership for 2014-15 on Thursday.

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Friday, January 10, 2014

Route 139 Reopens In Somers After Accident

Route 139 in Somers has now reopened after an accident that occurred near Plumbrook Road at 3:30 p.m. Friday closed a stretch of the road in both directions.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/news/route-139-reopens-somers-after-accident

Thursday, January 9, 2014

Mom-And-Pop Vet Offers Westchester Pets An Alternative

SOMERS, N.Y. Less expensive technology and the advent of tele-medicine have made it possible for mom and pop-type veterinarians to stay afloat in an increasingly corporate environment, said Dr. Andrew Frishman, owner of Progressive Animal Hospital in Somers.

http://yonkers.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/mom-and-pop-westchester-vet-offers-less-expensive-alternative

Westchester County Board creates new bipartisan committee structure

The Westchester County Board has a new look for 2014 as newly elected Chairman Mike Kaplowitz (D-Somers) says he wants the board to be politically inclusive. Westchester's county charter only calls for two specific committees and the rest are set up ...

http://westchester.news12.com/news/westchester-county-board-creates-new-bipartisan-committee-structure-1.6768957

Chappaqua Native Offers Less Expensive Vet Alternative

SOMERS, N.Y. Less expensive technology and the advent of tele-medicine have made it possible for mom and pop-type veterinarians to stay afloat in an increasingly corporate environment, said Dr. Andrew Frishman, owner of Progressive Animal Hospital in Somers.

http://chappaqua.dailyvoice.com/news/mom-and-pop-westchester-vet-offers-less-expensive-alternative

Westchester Board of Legislators Picks Somers Pol as Chair

Written by Plamena Pesheva County Legislator Michael Kaplowitz , whose district represents Yorktown, New Castle and Somers, was elected as chairman of the Westchester Board of Legislators earlier this week.

http://scarsdale.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/westchester-board-of-legislators-picks-somers-pol-as-chair

Robert And Nelda Kelly, 72 And 70, Former Somers Residents

... while visiting family in Phoenix, Ariz. He was 72 and she was 70. The Kellys formerly lived in Bedford Hills and Somers. Robert was born in Yonkers, N.Y., to Harold J. Kelly, Sr. and Laura R. Kelly, and were long-time residents of South Salem. He ...

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/robert-and-nelda-kelly-72-and-70-former-bedford-hills-residents

Don't Miss: Reduce College Costs; Auditions; Make a Musical Instrument

There are several ways to keep busy around Yorktown and Somers this weekend with these great events.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/dont-miss-reduce-college-costs-auditions-make-a-musical-instrument

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Phil Reisman: Ethics waiver is Bill Ryan's 'commission'

... rendered the rule laughable. The board's new bipartisan coalition headed by Chairman Mike Kaplowitz, a Democrat from Somers, and Vice Chairman Jim Maisano, a New Rochelle Republican, seems ready to make a change. (For the record, Kaplowitz voted ...

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Michael Kaplowitz Named Chair of Westchester Board of Legislators

County Legislator Michael Kaplowitz , whose district represents Yorktown, New Castle and Somers, was elected as chairman of the Westchester Board of Legislators on Monday.

http://peekskill.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/somers-michael-kaplowitz-named-chair-of-westchester-board-of-legislators-peekskill

New Rochelle's Maisano Named Vice Chair of Westchester Board of Legislators

By Plamena Pesheva County Legislator Michael Kaplowitz , whose district represents Yorktown, New Castle and Somers, was elected as chairman of the Westchester Board of Legislators on Monday.

http://newrochelle.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/new-rochelles-maisano-named-vice-chair-of-westchester-board-of-legislators

Kaplowitz Named Legislators' Chair

County Legislator Michael Kaplowitz , whose district represents Yorktown, New Castle and Somers, was elected as chairman of the Westchester Board of Legislators on Monday.

http://whiteplains.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/somers-michael-kaplowitz-named-chair-of-westchester-board-of-legislators-whiteplains

Somers' Michael Kaplowitz Named Chair of Westchester Board of Legislators

County Legislator Michael Kaplowitz , whose district represents Yorktown, New Castle and Somers, was elected as chairman of the Westchester Board of Legislators on Monday.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/somers-michael-kaplowitz-named-chair-of-westchester-board-of-legislators

Theodore E. Duerr, 81, Of Somers

Duerr is survived by his sister, Virginia Hanigan of Newtown, Pa.; sons, Robert and Theodore Duerr of Colo.; stepsons, Robert, Timothy and David Hogan; eight grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/theodore-e-duerr-81-somers

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Westchester Legislators Elect Kaplowitz, Maisano To Board Leadership Posts

On Monday, the Westchester County Board of Legislators elected Legislator Michael Kaplowitz, Yorktown, New Castle, Somers as Board Chairman and Legislator Jim Maisano New Rochelle, Pelham, Pelham Manor as Vice-Chairman for the 2014-2015 Legislative term.

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Letter: Westchester Legislators Make History At Meeting

... Chair & Vice Chair Democrat Mike Kaplowitz as Chair and yours truly as Vice Chair. (Chairman Kaplowitz now lives in Somers). Most importantly, this is the first bipartisan leadership team for the BOL that anyone can remember. I will be the first ...

http://bronxville.dailyvoice.com/opinion/letter-westchester-legislators-make-history-meeting

Pleasantville Firefighters Assist In Armonk Fire

... receiving mutual aid from Banksville, North White Plains, Mount Kisco, Bedford Hills, Pleasantville, Millwood and Somers. "It's good we can count on mutual aid in the middle of the day when we call for it," Waterbury said. "It's nice to know we can ...

http://pleasantville.dailyvoice.com/news/armonk-fire-destroys-home-kills-dog

Arctic Blast in Yorktown, Somers; Winter Choral Concert; Park Rangers Needed

... for Tuesday, Jan. 7 but due to the forecast for poor weather conditions, the new date is Tuesday, Jan. 14. 4) The Somers Board of Education workshop will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Somers Middle School library. 5) The Westchester ...

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/arctic-blast-in-yorktown-somers-winter-choral-concert-park-rangers-needed

Armonk Fire Destroys Home, Kills Dog

... receiving mutual aid from Banksville, North White Plains, Mount Kisco, Bedford Hills, Pleasantville, Millwood and Somers. "It's good we can count on mutual aid in the middle of the day when we call for it," Waterbury said. "It's nice to know we can ...

http://armonk.dailyvoice.com/news/armonk-fire-destroys-home-kills-dog

Maisano elected Vice Chair of Board of Legislators

... Chair - Democrat Mike Kaplowitz was elected as Chair and I was elected as Vice Chair. Chairman Kaplowitz now lives in Somers. This is the first bipartisan leadership team for the BOL that anyone can remember. I will be the first Republican officer ...

http://www.newrochelletalk.com/content/maisano-elected-vice-chair-board-legislators

Monday, January 6, 2014

Kaplowitz Replaces Jenkins As County Board Of Legislators' Chair

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. Michael Kaplowitz (D Somers) was elected chair of the Westchester County Board of Legislators by a wide margin, while his coalition colleague Jim Maisano (R New Rochelle) was elected vice chair by a 9-to-8 vote Monday night. The ...

http://eastchester.dailyvoice.com/politics/kaplowitz-replaces-jenkins-county-board-legislators-chair

Jobs in and Around Peekskill, Yorktown and Somers

... public accounting firm, is seeking a Senior-level Accountant to join their extended family environment located in Somers, New York (NY). In this position, you will maintain client relationships and provide day to day accounting and tax related ...

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/jobs-in-and-around-peekskill-yorktown-and-somers

Sunday, January 5, 2014

JV and freshman boys' basketball roundup: St. Peter's JV handles St. Ray's, 52-47

... scored 11 points apiece, but the Eagles dropped the CHSAA decision to the visiting Bronx school in New Brighton. SOMERS, N.Y. - The visiting Lions rallied from six points down with three minutes to go and pulled out a 50-46 victory. Nick Corbo led ...

http://highschoolsports.silive.com/news/article/-5519390092343175515/jv-and-freshman-boys-basketball-roundup-st-peters-jv-handles-st-rays-52-47/

New Somers Town Leaders Take Oath of Office [Photos]

Members of the Somers Town Board were sworn into office on Dec. 28, 2013 at the Somers Town House.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/new-somers-town-leaders-take-oath-of-office-photos

New Castle sewer system project moves forward but still faces opposition

... Jenkins said. "Speaking to Yonkers officials, they're surprised as well." But Legislator Michael Kaplowitz, D-Somers -- who represents New Castle and is expected to be elected the next chairman of the board on Monday, replacing Jenkins -- said the ...

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Saturday, January 4, 2014

Zack Nolan, Putnam Valley edge Somers

... had its fair share of close contests. Saturday proved to be no different, as the Tigers squeaked out a 62-61 win over Somers in one of six games played as part of the seventh annual Putnam Challenge at Brewster. "It's good for us," said McDonnell ...

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Friday, January 3, 2014

Fire Severely Damages North Castle Home

... responded include Armonk, Mount Kisco, Millwood, Pleasantville, Bedford Hills, Banksville, North White Plains and Somers. North Castle police also responded. The house, located at 21 Faraway Road in Armonk, had a main body of the fire that was out ...

http://bedford.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/several-fire-departments-respond-to-north-castle-home-fire-bedford

Somers Police Charge Newtown Man With DWI In Bedford

... Conn., was charged with misdemeanor DWI following an arrest on the evening of Dec. 26, according to state police in Somers. Troopers reported that Dilemani was found to be intoxicated after he was pulled over for speeding on I-684 in Bedford. ...

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/somers-police-charge-newtown-man-dwi-bedford

Northern Westchester Coalition Seeks $10 Million For Sewage Diversion

... communities to Westchester County's sewage treatment facility in southwest Yonkers. Legislator Michael Kaplowitz (D-Somers) sponsored legislation, later approved by the Westchester County Board of Legislators in 2012. The legislation required $16 ...

http://ossining.dailyvoice.com/politics/watershed-coalition-seeks-10-million-yonkers-sewage-diversion

Thursday, January 2, 2014

Board: Astorino lags on funded fixes

... cooperatively, and maybe they'll listen to logic instead of trying to score political points." Michael Kaplowitz, D-Somers, is expected to succeed Jenkins as chairman of the board next week. MaryJane Shimsky, D-Hastings-on-Hudson, said there are ...

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Hercules Hub: Winter Storm Cancellations; 4 to 8 Inches in Yorktown, Somers

The National Weather Service predicts "widespread blowing snow" in Yorktown and Somers, accumulating four to eight inches overnight Thursday.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/hercules-hub-winter-storm-news-in-yorktown-somers

Hercules Hub: Winter Storm News in Yorktowm, Somers

The National Weather Service predicts "widespread blowing snow" in Yorktown and Somers, accumulating four to eight inches overnight Thursday.

http://yorktown-somers.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/hercules-hub-winter-storm-news-in-yorktowm-somers

Katonah-Lewisboro Schools Will Have Dismissal Two Hours Earlier Thursday

The Katonah/Lewisboro School District will have dismissal two hours earlier than normal Thursday as a result of inclement weather. SOMERS, N.Y. -- Route 35 is now open as of 8:15 a.m. in both directions on Thursday after an accident at the intersection of Route 100 in Somers.

http://lewisboro.dailyvoice.com/news/katonah-lewisboro-schools-will-have-dismissal-two-hours-earlier-thursday

Accident Closes Route 35 At Route 100 Intersection In Somers

Route 35 is now open as of 8:15 a.m. in both directions on Thursday after an accident at the intersection of Route 100 in Somers.

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/news/route-35-reopens-route-100-intersection-somers-after-accident

Lakeland Central School District Is Closed On Thursday

The Lakeland Central School District is closed Thursday as a result of dangerous driving conditions caused from icy road surfaces. SOMERS, N.Y. -- Route 35 is closed in both directions on Thursday as a result of an accident at the intersection of Route 100 in Somers.

http://yorktown.dailyvoice.com/news/lakeland-central-school-district-closed-thursday

Somers Library Reschedules Sing-Along To Jan. 5

Due to the likely snowstorm on Thursday and Friday, the Somers Library has rescheduled their holiday concert and sing-along for Sunday, Jan. 5 at 2 p.m. Join them for a fun-filled, festive holiday concert and sing-along featuring the one and only Joey D. Jazz Ensemble.

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/events/somers-library-reschedules-sing-along-jan-5

Wednesday, January 1, 2014

Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino greets public as he starts second term

... four years. A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers has said it will support Democratic Legislator Michael Kaplowitz of Somers for board chairman and Republican Legislator Jim Maisano of New Rochelle for vice chairman. Legislators will vote Monday on ...

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