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Bedford Central Heads Back to School
Superintendent of Schools Jere Hochman shares thoughts on the upcoming year.

Before becoming a Patch editor, I was a freelance writer. Before that, I received my Bachelors degree from the University at Buffalo and Masters degree from New York University. After a brief stint in higher education, I served as the communications director for the National Academy Foundation, a national nonprofit in New York City. I love living in Northern Westchester, and think it is a special corner of the world. If I could just import a Wegmans from Rochester, life would be complete. I live in Cross River with my husband, Jonathan, and two children, Maxwell and Amanda, who both attend school in the Katonah Lewisboro district.
Superintendent of Schools Jere Hochman shares thoughts on the upcoming year.

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Of the 1,720 customers in town still without power, the majority will be back online Friday night.
In addition to local government, business, residents and nonprofits will be eligible for Federal Emergency Management Funds.
Take a break from Irene and have a little fun this weekend.
It's 5 things you need to know Thursday.
Many pre-opening day activities have been cancelled due to power outages.
Power was on the East side of the street Tuesday morning, but some businesses were waiting for product. Meanwhile the West side of the street showed spirit.
Dry ice will be available at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Bedford Hills Memorial Park.
It's 5 Things you need to know Tuesday.
Local stores and even the Home Depot are nearly wiped out of batteries, flashlights and other useful gadgets for Irene's aftermath.
Local lawmakers have been critical of the response time of the utility company.
Local stores and even the Home Depot are nearly wiped out of batteries, flashlights and other useful gadgets for Irene's aftermath.
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Town officials continue to urge residents to use caution on local roads.
Over 70 percent of the town was without power by 9 p.m. Sunday.