First Niagara Opens, Pizza Station Getting Close to Re-Opening

1. Pizza Station getting ready to reopen

Patch has stopped by the Pizza Station several times to check on the renovations that closed the popular spot in Katonah for the past 7 months. We haven't been able to catch the owner via phone or in-person but the contractors who are refurbishing the restaurant are estimating 2-3 weeks until we can all get our pizza fix again. Look for all-new tiles, chalkboard displays, hardwood floors and a new bathroom. Can't wait!

2. First Niagara replaces HSBC in Bedford Hills

According to a company press release, First Niagara Bank N.A.’s conversion of Upstate New York and Connecticut branches from HSBC Bank USA, N.A. was officially completed May 21, with the bank opening up more than 100 former HSBC branches as First Niagara branches—including the location at 600 N. Bedford Road in Bedford Hills. Back when Patch , some locals commented that good customer service would keep them there. So now that it's open, what's the verdict? Let us know in the comments below.

3. Looking to inspire your young writer?

Come to hear the work of local talented young writers read at the Mt. Kisco Public Library Thursday evening at 5:30 p.m. at the event. This celebration of reading and writing for is open to the public. Writopia has also just been named as the Westchester/Fairfield Affiliate for the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for 7th through 12th grades. Attendees of the open mic event will hear about what this can offer young writers who become involved in the program.

4. Summer reading kickoff—magician at KVL

Come and see the Magic and Comedy of Jim McClenahan today, and then sign up for the Katonah Village Library 2012 Summer Reading Challenge and register for the KVL summer programs. is for independent readers or family readers. Keep track of the books you read, do our weekly challenges, and then join us for an end of the summer celebration! Magic Jim is best for ages 5 to 8.

5. Reduce teen stress!

So it's the end of the school year but why not get a jump on pre-junior year (or any other teen year) school stress? There's a workshop at Armonk Integrative Medicine today at 4:30 p.m. that strives to address these pressures: Feeling like there is too much pressure on you, losing sleep worrying about tests and schoolwork and eating on the run because your schedule is just too busy.