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Cindy Capitani

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Neighbors

Bergenfield Graphic Design Student Brands Logo For Library BERGENFIELD, N.J. -- A student from Bergenfield High School designed the library's new logo. The Bergenfield Public Library teamed up with BHS and Phillip Moliere's graphic design students to come up with ideas for a new logo. After meeting with library staff, students were challenged with the task of coming up with original ideas that reflect the library's ongoing commitment and evolving relationship with the community. Sophomore Christopher Bruno, who is contemplating a career in graphic arts, ultimately created the winning logo. The new logo can be seen on the library's homepage.

by Cindy Capitani

07/20/2016

Police & Fire

Reward Offered For Person Who Threw Rock At Clifton Officer CLIFTON, N.J. -- A $2,000 reward was offered for information leading to the arrest of the person who hurled a rock that struck a Clifton police officer in the head. Police who responded to a Highland Avenue dispute were trying to arrest a belligerent man on June 25 when someone from the crowd flung the rock, Clifton Detective Lt. Robert Bracken said. The 19-year-old man had stood on top of a car and refused to cooperate -- aggravating the situation by inciting people, Bracken said. Officers were unable to diffuse the situation despite several tries and then attempted to arrest him, the li…

by Cindy Capitani

07/19/2016

Events

Brewster Cultural Arts Clinic Discusses Arthritis, Chronic Pain BREWSTER, N.Y. -- Learn about arthritis and natural approaches to relieving its pain at a special lecture in Brewster. Studio Around The Corner welcomes Kenneth Hoffman, Medical Director for SOPHIA Natural Health Center He will explain what arthritis is, who is susceptible to arthritis, and what causes it. Hoffman will share an Integrative Natural Medicine Approach to relieving arthritis as well as steps to help prevent joint disease and chronic pain without drugs. The talk runs from 7-8 p.m. and there is no charge. RSVP by calling 845-363-8330 or emailing toscac2010@gmail.com. Studio A…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Events

Hudson Valley Alzheimer Group Offers Chorus For People With Dementia MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- A new community-based choir program is offered on Wednesdays for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, and their family caregivers. The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter in partnership with Wartburg and Concordia Conservatory is offering The One Heart, One Voice Chorus at the Wartburg’s historic chapel on its Mount Vernon campus. The chorus is part of Wartburg’s Creative Aging & Lifelong Learning program. Each session will include a 45-minute choir program, a 30-minute break with light refreshments, a “mini” support group for careg…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Events

Bowdoin Park Hosting Weight Loss Support Group POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Take a step toward a healthier lifestyle with a walk and grilling lesson on Wednesday at Bowdoin Park, Poughkeepsie. Theresa Zangerle-McArtin, RD, CDN from the Digestive Disease Center of the Hudson Valley, will meet people at 5:30 p.m. for light exercise and instruction. The session is of part of the Healthy for Life Weight Loss Support Group. Call 845-452-9800 to RSVP. The Digestive Disease Center of the Hudson Valley is located at 1 Webster Ave., Ste 303, Poughkeepsie.

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Business

State Comptroller DiNapoli Addressing Dutchess Chamber The local economy will be discussed by New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli at the July Contact Breakfast in Poughkeepsie on Wednesday. DiNapoli will be the keynote speaker and comment on a report coming out later in the day about economic conditions in the region. The Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union is sponsoring the breakfast, which begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Poughkeepsie Grand Hotel and Conference Center. Tickets are $25 for members in advance or $30 at the door. Non-members can attend for $35. To makes reservations, call (845) 454-1700, ext. 1000 or visit dcrcoc.org. Contact…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

News

Mount Kisco Discussing Vacant Storefronts MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. - Mount Kisco administrators and property owners are hosting a meeting Tuesday night at 7 p.m. to discuss how to fill vacant storefronts.The mayor, trustees, manager and other village personnel will discuss with storefront property owners what can be done to fill vacancies. The meeting will be held in the Community Room on the second floor of the Mount Kisco Public Library. Village administrators are looking to have an open discussion to determine if there are ways they can assist owners in their efforts to find responsible and sustainable tenants. For more information or…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Police & Fire

Bridgeport Woman Killed In Two-Car Crash On I-95 BRIDGEPORT, Conn. -- A Bridgeport woman was killed on I-95 in Bridgeport on Sunday after a vehicle slammed into her car and pushed it into the highway median, according to the Connecticut Post. Akhailia Shameal Jackson, 24, was driving near Exit 29 when Livis Rodriguez, 26, of Lawrence, Mass., crashed into her car, according to the Connecticut Post. Jackson's Toyota Camry was pushed across the highway and smashed into the concrete meridian just before 5:30 p.m., according to the Connecticut Post. She was transported to Bridgeport Hospital, where she died shortly after the accident, accord…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Events

Country Music's Madeline Smith Takes The Stage In Rutherford RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Jersey girl Madeline Smith brings country music to the Rutherford band shell on Thursday, July 21 as part of the Rutherford Summer Concert Series on Thursdays at 8 p.m.. Smith, 19, hails from Somerset and produced her first album with Dolly Parton's Kent Wells when she was 16 years old. Her sophomore album "New Beginnings" was also produced with Wells and released on July 13. "The night the album came out, we opened for 'A Thousand Horses' at Jenks Club in Point Pleasant and people were falling in love with the songs," Smith said, noting she and her J…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

Events

Soul Groove Brings Dance Music To Demarest DEMAREST, N.J. -- Soul Groove takes over the Duck Pond in Demarest on Wednesday, July 27 as the summer concert series continues. Soul Groove is a soul, R&B and dance music party band. Their playlist ranges from Motown/soul to pop, oldies and Jazz standards.. Lead vocalists Karmina Dai is joined by Keith Theall on vocals and bass, Nina Lewis on vocals and drums, Rhonda Grindell, on drums and vocals, Russ Davis, keys and backup vocals and guitarist Matt Jardim. On Aug. 3, the Ray Greiche Band will play some acoustic sets. The concert season will end with classic rock and oldies from D…

by Cindy Capitani

07/18/2016

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