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Over 100 restaurants — including some close to home — will serve three-course meals made from locally-sourced ingredients later this month.
The library is building a LEGO program in its children's room, and it's hoping the public will donate LEGOs they no longer use to the cause.
Berkemeier Living Center, coming to Mount Vernon, will focus on caring for people affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
"Life's a party, dress with style," says Rye's newest boutique, which will hold its grand opening on Thursday.
Beginning March 2, students and staff will no longer be required to wear face coverings while in New Rochelle schools.
State police stopped the driver on I-95 in New Rochelle, and he was charged with aggravated driving while intoxicated.
"While today's announcement will be welcome news for some, it may also raise concern for others," Bedford Superintendent Joel Adelberg said.
Beginning March 2, students and staff won't be required to wear face coverings while in Mamaroneck Union Free School District schools.
Kye Viall's eagle scout project involves building a lending library and nature signs for Lewisboro Town Park, and he's asking for donations.
The road is now a one-way near Columbus Elementary, a move designed to reduce congestion and potentially create a pick-up and drop-off lane.
Beginning March 2, students and staff will no longer be required to wear face coverings while in Port Chester schools.
Harold Holzer, who for 49 years has studied Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War, gave his complete collection to The New York State Library.
Though the chain hasn't announced an official opening date yet, The Journal News reported it plans to open in March.
The free concert, titled "Music of the African Diaspora," takes place Saturday night and will feature a wide range of performances.
His vehicle hit another vehicle, then veered over a guardrail and off the highway before hitting a sign and catching on fire, police said.
Mamaroneck residents have been reporting catalytic converters stolen from their vehicles, and police have released a list of warning signs.
Gov. Ned Lamont has nominated 22 people to become judges on the Connecticut Superior Court, and two Glastonbury residents are among them.
The town has implemented a street parking ban to expedite snow removal. See when it starts and ends.
The town has implemented a street parking ban to expedite snow removal. See when it starts and ends.
Officers executing a search warrant found crystal meth, prescription drugs and a fully-loaded pistol at the man's home, police said.
