Lee Goldberg to Walk for Food Allergy Awareness; Ex Fire Chief Runs for Commissioner; Costco Protest

1. Somers' Lee Goldberg to Walk for Food Allergy Awareness

WABC-TV weatherman Lee Goldberg, father of a food allergic child, is the honorary chairman of the third annual Walk for Food Allergy, taking place on Saturday in New Rochelle.Goldberg, along with hundreds of people from around the area will be walking around Glen Island Park in New Rochelle on Oct. 13 to raise funds to increase awareness of food allergies. Click here to read more.

2. Former Fire Chief Announced Second Run for Commissioner

Former Yorktown Fire Chief Martin McGannon has announced his second run for fire commissioner. On Dec. 11 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Yorktown residents will have the opportunity to cast their vote for fire commissioner. Story about his announcement coming up later today.

3. Costco Protest on Friday

A group of people who are identifying themselves as "Yorktown residents, friends and neighbors" and are opposed to Costco will hold a rally today from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the suggested Costco site on Route 202. More about their protest coming up this morning.

4. Skinchanted Offering Discount on Caring Cancer Facial 

Skinchanted Spa in Peekskill is offering 15 percent off its Caring Cancer Facial and the accompanying product kit this month. An additional 10 percent of everything sold will go to Support Connection. This is a great gift or treatment option for anyone needing going through chemo and radiation. For more info please visit www.skinchantedspa.com.

5. Weekend Events

There is plenty going on in Yorktown, Somers and the area this weekend. Look for our Weekend Planner coming up later this morning.

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