Severe Thunderstorms Headed for Area

1. Cold front could cause severe weather

After another day of blistering heat, locals may welcome the news of a cold front coming our way, according to the National Weather Service. For today, expect temperatures into the high 80s then watch for torrential rain, damaging winds and thunder and lightning, starting after 1 p.m.

Remember you can check Patch for road closures and weather-related traffic issues, here.

2. Results in from State math and ELA

The State Education Department (SED) released the results of the April 2012 grades 3-8 math and English Language Arts (ELA) assessments on Tuesday. Statewide, the average scale scores on this year’s exams in both ELA and math are slightly higher than last year in most grades, and there is a small increase in the percentage of grades 3-8 students across the State who met or exceeded the proficiency standard on both exams, according to state officials. We'll be reporting on any gains or losses in local districts but in the meantime, the results for individual buildings are posted here.

3. Road race approved, to be sponsored by Bedford Hills and Katonah Chambers

At the town meeting Tuesday night, the board approved funding for its cemetery committee and its open space program, two initiatives we'll be reporting this week. In addition, they approved the Katonah 5K Road and Trail Race for September, pending parking permissions and police personnel, details the committee said they were prepared to work through. The race will have the backing of two chambers of commerce, and will benefit local libraries.

And ICYMI: in case you missed it yesterday, check out another great local road race happening a week after the Katonah run, on Sept. 8:

4. Bring baby to the museum

Stroller Tours take place Friday at the from 9-10am and are specially designed for adults with children under 18 months old to view and learn about current exhibitions before the Museum opens. Following light breakfast snacks, participants are invited to join an interactive tour and engage in an exhibition-focused discussion and art activities inspired by Rising Dragon: Contemporary Chinese Photography, currently on view.

5. Two storytimes at Bedford Hills Free Library

On tap for today is at 10:30 a.m. and picture books for older kids,