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Politics

Danbury Rep. Carter Urges Businesses To Attend Connecticut Business Day DANBURY, Conn. -- State Rep. Dan Carter (R-2) is urging businesses to attend this year’s Connecticut Business Day hosted by the Connecticut Business & Industry Association.The event is from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the Legislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Ave., Hartford. “This is a key opportunity for local businesses to interact with their legislators in Hartford while decisions are being made that could affect them,” Carter said. “I encourage all to attend: advocate for yourself and your business. Get Connecticut working for you.” Speakers and attendees will include Gov. D…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Schools

Irvington Eighth-Grader Competes In State Geography Bee IRVINGTON, N.Y. -- Irvington Middle School eighth-grader Zachary Rosman has qualified to compete in the statewide National Geographic Bee, which will be held at the New York State Museum in Albany on Friday, April 1.Rosman is among 100 fourth- through eighth-graders invited to compete at the state level. To qualify for the state competition, participants had to win their schoolwide geography bee and take a qualifying written test, which was submitted to the National Geographic Society. “Zack has demonstrated a passion for the study of geography for quite some time now,” Irvington Middle Scho…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Neighbors

Briarcliff's Samylda Charles Competes For Miss Teen Title BRIARCLIFF MANOR N.Y. -- Samylda Charles of Briarcliff Manor was recently selected to participate in the 2016 Miss Teen pageant competition that will take place Sunday, April 3.Charles learned of her acceptance into this year's competition when the pageant announced its selections following interviewing in the New York area. Charles submitted an application and took part in an interview session that was conducted by this year's New York pageant coordinator. She will be competing for her share of thousands of dollars in prizes and specialty gifts that will be distributed to contestants. Char…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

News

East Fishkill Seeks Volunteers For Townwide Cleanup Day EAST FISHKILL, N.Y. -- The town of East Fishkill has scheduled a townwide cleanup day on Saturday, April 2, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. It's part of the town's spring cleanup program in which citizens help clean East Fishkill's streets and roadways.Participants under age 18 must be supervised by an adult. The town will provide shirts, rubber gloves and trash bags. This is an opportunity to participate in a community service project and demonstrate your concern for your town and the environment. Call 845-221-9191 for additional information. The cleanup will take place from 8:30-10:30 a.m. In the …

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Events

Teaneck Hospital Program Uses Hypnosis To Help People Stop Smoking TEANECK, N.J. -- Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck is offering a smoking cessation program in Marian Hall, Conference Room 1, on Tuesday. This two-hour program teaches behavior modification through hypnosis without using scare tactics or gloomy statistics to help you stop smoking. It focuses on the pleasure and increased self-esteem you can attain as a non-smoker...without withdrawal symptoms or gaining weight. The program is conducted by a certified hypnotist and includes a 30-day reinforcement CD, a series of behavior modification cards for daily positive reinforcement, and free reinf…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Schools

Resurrection School Community Enjoys a Night of B-i-n-g-o in Rye RYE, N.Y. -- Nearly 200 people enjoyed a fun-filled night of bingo games, DJ music, dancing, loads of prizes and delicious desserts at the annual Resurrection School Bingo Night in Rye. Bingo Night has become a popular event in the Resurrection community, as parents, children and even grandparents gather to enjoy good old-fashioned bingo fun.

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Events

Out of The Blue Brings Its Songs Back To New Rochelle NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Out of the Blue, the all-male a cappella singing sensation from Oxford University, is returning to New Rochelle to perform a live concert at New Rochelle High School on Tuesday, March 15, in the school's Linda Kelly Theatre. Out of the Blue won multiple voice festival UK championships in 2014 and were semi-finalists on "Britain’s Got Talent." The group set the Internet on fire with their all-vocal versions of “Hips Don’t Lie” and “All I Want for Christmas is You." They are currently on tour in the U.S. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the …

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Lifestyle

Fairfield Library Offers Free One-On-One Financial Coaching Sessions FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Fairfield Public Library will offer free financial counseling sessions starting Wednesday, March 9. Personal financial coach Liz Krebs will provide financial advice for those who attend the program. Working one-on-one with a personal coach will empower you to gain the financial knowledge and skills you need to achieve your short- and long-term financial goals. Individual coaching will help you manage the way you feel and think about your finances. Utilizing Krebs' knowledge and support, you will be able to create a budget, set financial goals, review your credit repo…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Events

Country Star Chase Rice Takes 'Brings Back To College' Tour To Danbury DANBURY, Conn. -- Fresh off the release of his new single, “Whisper,” country music phenomenon Chase Rice has announced his takeover of Ives Concert Park on the Western Connecticut State University Westside campus in Danbury on Friday, May 6. Rice, who currently is nominated for ACM New Male Vocalist of the Year, brings his “Back To College Tour” to WCSU's outdoor venue. The Nashville-based singer and songwriter spent 2015 touring with country music star Kenny Chesney before setting out on his third headlining tour, "The JD and Jesus Tour," which sold out numerous venues along the w…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

Events

East Rutherford Library Organizes Holi Bubble Art Program EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The East Rutherford Memorial Library will celebrate Holi, the spring festival, with a special program on Tuesday, March 15. Children will create a colorful picture with bubbles! Come learn this method and celebrate the “festival of colors” by creating a one-of-a-kind of piece of artwork. Pre-registration is required as space is limited. Click here to register online. You can also register in person at the library with your library card. Participants must arrive five minutes early to the session to claim their reserved spot or risk losing it to waitlisted individuals…

by Ken Davis

03/07/2016

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