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Things Get Spooky In Suffern At Annual Halloween Parade Things Get Spooky In Suffern At Annual Halloween Parade
Things Get Spooky In Suffern At Annual Halloween Parade SUFFERN, N.Y. -- Ghoulies, ghosties, long-leggedy beasties, and other things that go bump in the night will be showing off their frightening finery at Suffern’s upcoming Halloween parade. The macabre march starts at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 30 in municipal parking lot A at the corner of Orange and Lafayette Avenues in the village. The parade proceeds along Lafayette and ends up at the Virginia Menschner Gazebo at the corner of Lafayette and Washington Avenues. All are welcome to join the parade. Prizes for best costumes will be given out and free refreshments provided at the gazebo. If it …

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Neighbors
From Banking To Baking: Ossining Resident Stars On Food Network's 'Chopped' From Banking To Baking: Ossining Resident Stars On Food Network's 'Chopped'
From Banking To Baking: Ossining Resident Stars On Food Network's 'Chopped' OSSINING, N.Y. – The parking lot at a football game is probably the last place you'd expect to see a fondant-draped cake, but it was fancy baking skills that landed one Ossining resident on the tailgating episode of Food Network "Chopped." Gina Paterno Gray, who works in the banking field, didn’t expect to become widely known for her sinfully sweet goodies. Like thousands of little girls, Gray had loved playing with her Easy Bake Oven, but later she found she had a real knack for baking when co-workers went wild over her cakes, cupcakes and cake pops. About six years ago, the mot…

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News
Goldens Bridge Cleanup Turns Overgrown Path Into Walkable Trail Goldens Bridge Cleanup Turns Overgrown Path Into Walkable Trail
Goldens Bridge Cleanup Turns Overgrown Path Into Walkable Trail LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- Commuters can now easily access a pedestrian walkway in the Lewisboro hamlet of Goldens Bridge thanks to the efforts of several community organizations and volunteers. According to Mickey DeNicola of the Goldens Bridge Hamlet Organization, a group of stalwart weed-wackers recently attacked the overgrown path that runs from the staircase at the MTA’s east parking lot to just north of a nearby shopping center on Route 138. After clearing up opposite the shopping center, volunteers will work on the part of the path that leads to Old Golden’s Bridge, an area of the hamlet wes…

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Police & Fire
Liquor Store Break-In Tops North Castle Police Blotter Liquor Store Break-In Tops North Castle Police Blotter
Liquor Store Break-In Tops North Castle Police Blotter ARMONK, N.Y. -- Thieves broke into a local wine and liquor store last Friday, according to North Castle police. A safe was reported to have been removed from Admiral Wine & Liquors at Sir John’s Plaza, a strip mall on North Broadway, police said. Police said they believe that the suspect or suspects gained entry by smashing the glass on the store’s front door. The break-in remains under investigation, police said. Here are some other police blotter items: Friday, Oct. 7, 1:23 p.m.: Police were notified by fire officials about an incident at a residence on Mount Kisco Road. Contracto…

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Lifestyle
Fairfield's Little Pub Vies For DVlicous Best Craft Beer Bar Win Fairfield's Little Pub Vies For DVlicous Best Craft Beer Bar Win
Fairfield's Little Pub Vies For DVlicous Best Craft Beer Bar Win FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- In the mood for a cold one?  Fairfield County has become quite the craft beer bar scene, stepping up its suds game and offering residents a host of “hoppy” options. We asked for the best in the county; you gave us your picks. Now, five finalists are competing in our “DVlicious Best Craft Beer Bar in Fairfield County” contest. Each is being profiled this week. Raise your glass and drink in the following; then click on your favorite. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. The winner will receive a framed DVlicious certificate…

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Lifestyle
The Local Tap House Of Nyack Competes In DVlicious 'Best Beer Bar' Contest The Local Tap House Of Nyack Competes In DVlicious 'Best Beer Bar' Contest
The Local Tap House Of Nyack Competes In DVlicious 'Best Beer Bar' Contest NYACK, N.Y. -- In the mood for a cold one?  Rockland County has become quite the craft beer bar scene, stepping up its suds game and offering residents a host of “hoppy” options. We asked for the best in the county; you gave us your picks. Now, four finalists are competing in our “DVlicious Best Craft Beer Bar in Rockland County” contest. Each is being profiled this week. Raise your glass and drink in the following; then click on your favorite. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. The winner will receive a framed DVlicious certificate as wel…

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Lifestyle
Teaneck's Mexicali Live Scores Spot On DVlicious 'Best Craft Beer Bar' List Teaneck's Mexicali Live Scores Spot On DVlicious 'Best Craft Beer Bar' List
Teaneck's Mexicali Live Scores Spot On DVlicious 'Best Craft Beer Bar' List TEANECK, N.J. -- In the mood for a cold one?  Bergen County has become quite the craft beer bar scene, stepping up its suds game and offering residents a host of “hoppy” options. We asked for the best in the county; you gave us your picks. Now, five finalists are competing in our “DVlicious Best Craft Beer Bar in Bergen County” contest. Each is being profiled this week. Raise your glass and drink in the following; then click on your favorite. You can vote multiple times, albeit once per day. Voting ends 4 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24. The winner will receive a framed DVlicious certificate as well …

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Police & Fire
Poughkeepsie Gets $1M In Fire Apparatus Funding From State Poughkeepsie Gets $1M In Fire Apparatus Funding From State
Poughkeepsie Gets $1M In Fire Apparatus Funding From State POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The city of Poughkeepsie will be getting a $1 million grant to replace a 20-year-old firetruck and purchase other equipment, Mayor Rob Rolison announced recently. The grant was organized by state Assemblyman Frank Skartados, D-Milton. First on the to-do list is replacing Engine 2, located at the Public Safety Building at 505 Main St. According to Fire Chief Mark Johnson, the truck is the department’s “FAST engine” (FAST stands for Firefighter Assist Search Team). In 2015, Engine 2 responded to 1,988 calls and has already gone on 1,594 calls this year, Johnson said. …

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News
Dutchess Park, Rail Trail, County Exec Make Zine's 'Best Of' List Dutchess Park, Rail Trail, County Exec Make Zine's 'Best Of' List
Dutchess Park, Rail Trail, County Exec Make Zine's 'Best Of' List POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Dutchess County, noted for its scenic beauty, has made it onto Hudson Valley magazine’s latest “Best of” list, says County Executive Marc Molinaro. Named in its 29th annual roundup as its readers’ favorite place for outdoor recreation was Bowdoin Park. Molinaro, calling Dutchess’ parks “true treasures,” said the county was thrilled to have them “recognized for their unique and distinguishing features.” The 301-acre park is on Sheafe Road in the town of Poughkeepsie along the banks of the Hudson River. It has two softball fields, three soccer fields, a community center…

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Tarrytown Firefighters Rescue Cat, Seek Owners Tarrytown Firefighters Rescue Cat, Seek Owners
Tarrytown Firefighters Rescue Cat, Seek Owners TARRYTOWN, N.Y. – Tarrytown firefighters have rescued a cat, but this time they didn’t have to climb a tree or rush into a burning building – the kitty came to them. The gray-and-white feline turned up at the Riverside Engine Co. No. 4, Engine 80, at 110 Franklin St. Its picture was posted on the Lost Pets of Westchester County website and the Tarrytown Fire Department’s Facebook page. The unofficial mascot, the post said, “has been taken care (of), loved and fed by our dedicated volunteers.” But, it added, they would like to see the kitty returned to its rightful owners. The firehouse’s…

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