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Food Fight? Nope: Trump, Romney Meet At Restaurant With Pound Ridge Ties POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- Donald Trump's and Mitt Romney's recent sit-down at a fancy French restaurant in Manhattan with Pound Ridge ties, may have some in the Republican Party eating their words, according to multiple media reports. The late-November supper summit took place at Jean Georges, a three-Michelin-star eatery, owned by Alsace-born Jean-Georges Vongerichten and located in Trump International Hotel & Tower on Central Park West. Among Vongerichten’s dozens of upscale venues scattered all over the United States is the Inn at Pound Ridge, formerly known as Emily Shaw’s Inn. Trump, t…

by Carol Reif

12/07/2016

Police & Fire

Ramapo Police Charge Spring Valley Teen With Stealing Phone From Car RAMAPO, N.Y. -- A Spring Valley teen is charged with stealing a cellphone from a car on Monday, police said. The 17-year-old is facing charges of possession of stolen property, Ramapo police said. Police are accusing the unidentified teen of rummaging through an unlocked car early Saturday, Dec. 3, and taking the phone and other items. The suspect was held at Ramapo police headquarters pending arraignment in Spring Valley Justice Court, police said.

by Carol Reif

12/07/2016

Schools

Mahopac Schools Credit 'Team Effort' For Thanksgiving Food Drive's Success MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Schools, fire departments and businesses all got together this past Thanksgiving to make sure that dozens of local families had something for their holiday meals. “It was a true team effort from the community,” said Mahopac Middle School principal Vincent DiGrandi. Students and staff members at several schools in the district held drives to collect goodies such as turkey, stuffing, potatoes, rolls and pies. “You name it,” said Lynne Mongon, an administrative assistant at the middle school’s guidance office who helped coordinate the drive. They also set up a “pantry” with …

by Carol Reif

12/06/2016

Events

Singer Sloan Wainwright's Holiday Shows A Beloved Bedford Tradition BEDFORD, N.Y. – Bedford native Sloan Wainwright wants everyone to have themselves a merry little time at her annual holiday blowout this weekend. "I'm all about the Christmas music," the singer-songwriter said on Monday. Wainwright, known for her rich contralto voice, personal lyrics and Earth mother vibe, has been assembling a big band and a chorus of voices to perform traditional, contemporary and original songs for 17 years now. Officially called Sloan’s Annual Holiday Whiz-Bang Shin-Dig, the concert will feature the Mighty Sloan Wainwright Band and chorus, whose members are c…

by Carol Reif

12/06/2016

Politics

Lawmaker From Scarsdale Taking 100 Women To D.C. For Equality March SCARSDALE, N.Y. -- A Scarsdale lawmaker is bringing dozens of women with her to Washington D.C. in January for a march for equality. Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, a Democrat who represents the 88th District, said the Women’s March on Washington is intended to bring women together “in solidarity with our partners and children for the protection of our rights, our safety, our health, and our families -- recognizing that our vibrant and diverse communities are the strength of our country.” The march is Saturday, Jan. 21, the day after Bedford resident Donald J. Trump is sworn in as the nation's 45…

by Carol Reif

12/06/2016

Police & Fire

North Castle Police Respond To Vehicle Break-Ins, Unwelcomed Boyfriend Call NORTH CASTLE, N.Y. – North Castle Police are warning residents to keep their cars locked up after two vehicles were “rummaged through” by someone looking for stuff to steal. A resident of General Heath Avenue and another on nearby MacDougal Drive called police to report the thefts early Wednesday, Nov. 23, the day before Thanksgiving. Both residents were on their way to work and told police they would file formal complaints later in the day. In another police blotter item: Tuesday, Nov. 22: A resident of North Greenwich Road called police to report that her daughter’s 30-year-old boyfrien…

by Carol Reif

12/06/2016

Business

Icons In New Fairfield Serves Up Food For Families, Fun For Sports Fans NEW FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Most folks don’t usually think sports bar when they think family-friendly restaurant, but one New Fairfield eatery says the combo is scoring big points with the community. Icons Sports Bar & Grill, which opened its doors in April, is housed in the former Carriage House Café on Route 39. It is not the only bar in the rural town, but it is the only sports bar/restaurant. According to Daniel Fogarty, who mans the kitchen along with Drew McCallum, Icons’ owners Dave and Brittney Bernardini saw a need in the small town for a place where parents could take the kids for …

by Carol Reif

12/06/2016

Business

Mindfulness And Moisturizer: Philosophy Launches Paramus Well Being Shop PARAMUS, N.J. -- This is not your mother’s makeup store. The beauty brand Philosophy is celebrating the launch of its WellBeing Workshop in the Westfield Garden State Plaza Mall in Paramus. The grand opening event runs through Saturday, Dec. 10. The concept store is reportedly a first for the purveyor of moisturizers, fragrances and cleansers. The lighting is warm and there are comfy places for customers to sit and relax as they contemplate inspirational phrases such as “Live Beautifully” and “Hope & Grace” that adorn the shop’s walls. In its mission statement, Philosophy touts the w…

by Carol Reif

12/05/2016

Schools

Somers School District Finds High Lead Levels In Classroom Sinks, Fountains SOMERS, N.Y. -- Two water fountains at the high school and one at the middle school have tested positive for lead above levels allowed by the state, Somers school officials said. However, no drinking fountains at the elementary and intermediate school exceeded the limits. The school district posted the full results of the first and second rounds of testing on its website and said that the water outlets in question have been disabled and “remediation efforts,” such as the installation of filters or the replacement of the units themselves, have been undertaken. The results were posted on the…

by Carol Reif

12/05/2016

Neighbors

United Way Dutchess-Orange Unveils New Board Members, Promotions POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region has added a half-dozen new members to its board of directors while promoting several others, the charitable organization announced Friday. The newbies include: Ava Bynum (Hudson Valley Seed), Richard Mayfield (Orange County Government), Sharon McGinnis (Central Hudson), Scott Sweeney (Marshall & Sterling), Herb K. White (Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union), and Steven V. Lant, who is rejoining the board. Kevin Cleary, IBM’s vice president of sales and transaction support, is now second vice-chair of the board, while Diane P…

by Carol Reif

12/05/2016

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