Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Announces Guided Hikes on Quest Trails
To introduce people to its new Discovery Quest trails, the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum is offering adults and families a Guided Quest Hike with a Quest Ranger, every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm beginning July 26, 2008. The guided hike will be free with admission at the Museum's Outdoor Discovery...
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"Tots Park Jamboree" to Raise Funds for Cold Spring Tots Park
Philipstown parents agree that the most popular local destination for their young children is the Cold Spring Tiny Tots Park at McConville Park on Route 9D at Haldane Street. Kids literally screech with delight as their parents walk them to the park gate! The Tots Park is also an important place w...
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TBAF Awards $20,000 Grant to Camp Combe YMCA to Fund Recreational Opportunities
Grant will help children with special needs enjoy a successful summer camp in an inclusive setting
The Bubel/Aiken Foundation recently awarded $20,000 to the Camp Combe YMCA in Putnam Valley, a branch of the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester, to implement Let's ALL Play - Inclusion in Recreational Programs. The grant will enable children with developmental disabilities and other special...
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Seat Belt Compliance at All- Time High
Statewide usage rate increased from 83 percent to a record 89 percent
Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Commissioner and Chair of the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) David J. Swarts today announced that the seat belt compliance rate for New York has reached an all-time high. This year's statewide usage rate increased from 83 percent in 2007 to a record 8...
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Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Announces Free Admission for Parents' Day 2008
Parents and their families can explore Discovery Quest Trails Free-of-Charge on Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27
Did you know that July 27 is "Parents' Day"? To introduce parents and their families to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum's new Discovery Quest trails, the Museum is inviting parents and their families to enjoy a complementary Discovery Quest admission, for up to four people, and one free Quest G...
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Nature of the Hudson: The River Otter, at Hudson Highlands Nature Museum
Come learn the natural history of the River Otter on Saturday, July 26, 10am, at Kowawese Unique Area, Route 9W, New Windsor. Join Benjamin Stafford, DEC Wildlife Educator as he explains the habits and habitats of this amazing mammal of the Hudson Valley through an interactive hands-on presentatio...
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Voluntary Simplicity Discussion Group Hosted by Glynwood Center
This fall, from September 16 through November 4, Glynwood will provide meeting space Tuesday nights from 7:30 until 9pm for local residents studying the Northwest Earth Institute's curriculum on Voluntary Simplicity. This curriculum examines the view that all people can improve their quality of li...
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Westchester DA Janet DiFiore Headlines Galef's Senior Forum
Targeting consumer fraud and protections for older citizens
Assemblywoman Sandy Galef has invited to speak to seniors at her 2008 Senior Forum Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 9am-12noon, at Cortlandt Town Hall, 1 Heady Street, Cortlandt Manor. Breakfast will be provided by the Hudson Valley Hospital Center.
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MTA Metro-North Railroad Introduces Hand Held Ticket Machines
For use on board trains to improve customer service
After a successful pilot program last year, Metro-North Railroad is introducing ticket machines to all its conductors to modernize and simplify onboard ticket issuing. This technological innovation will improve customer service as well as the railroad's operating efficiency.
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A.R.F. Beacon to Hold a Spay/Neuter Clinic
The Animal Rescue Foundation, Inc., 54 Simmons Lane, Beacon, will hold a Spay/Neuter Clinic on Saturday, August 2, 2008. T.A.R.A. (The Animal Rights Alliance, Inc.) will have their Mobile Unit on site. $30 spay or neuter includes rabies vaccination. $10 extra for distemper shot. Call for an appoi...
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Info Session on Separation and Divorce Offered by Dispute Resolution Center of Putnam County
Thinking about Separation and Divorce? Do you want to learn more about your options before making decisions and taking the next step? The Dispute Resolution Center of Putnam County is providing an information session on separation and divorce in New York state. Learn about divorcing with dignity a...
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HV Gateway Chamber of Commerce Gala Attracts Local Notables
Kacey Morabito, of Mike & Kacey in the Morning on WHUD, and John Federspiel, President of Hudson Valley Hospital Center, attended the Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce Gala at Colonial Terrace on June 13, 2008.
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Rep. John Hall Helps Install New Geothermal System in Adult Community
Recently, U.S. Rep. John Hall (D-NY19) obtained firsthand "in the trench" know-how on the proper way to install green, geothermal technology while working at the Glassbury Court at Cold Spring development site.
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Census Bureau to Survey Nation's Spending Habits
In summer 2008, U.S. Census Bureau field representatives will collect information about how much Americans spend for groceries, clothing, transportation, housing, health care and other items from a sample of households across the country.
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National Latino HIV Testing Day at Hudson River HealthCare
A day of free HIV testing will be conducted at Hudson River HealthCare, 1037 Main Street, Peekskill, 2nd Floor/Unit B, in recognition of National Latino HIV Testing Day, on Friday, July 18, 2008, 10am to 5pm. A light lunch will be served and free gifts offered to everyone who gets tested. For more...
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Share the Beauty of Your Community with Someone Less Fortunate Through The Fresh Air Fund
This summer, share the beauty of your community with someone less fortunate: Volunteer for The Fresh Air Fund and host an inner-city child. You will join thousands of volunteer host families throughout 13 northeastern states and Canada as they open their hearts and homes to New York City children ...
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Montel Williams MS Foundation Holds 2nd Annual Westchester Walk at FDR Park to Defeat MS
Kids, families, dogs & work teams walk for multiple sclerosis research
The second annual Westchester walk-a-thon to benefit MS research will take place at 10am on Sunday, September 21, 2008 in FDR State Park at 2957 Crompond Road in Yorktown Heights.
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IRS Advises Parents Can Get Credit for Sending Kids to Day Camp
Here's a tax break for the busy summer. Many working parents must arrange for care of their children under 13 years of age during the school vacation period. A popular solution - with a tax benefit - is a day camp program. The cost of day camp can count as an expense towards the child and depen...
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Hudson Valley Hospital's EMS Coordinator Leads Medical Workshops in China
John Filangeri helps saves childrens' lives by teaching caregivers pediatric life support emergency techniques
While everyone's focus will be on the athletes during this summer's Olympics in China, John Filangeri, EMS coordinator at Hudson Valley Hospital Center, will be wondering what medical emergencies are going on behind the scenes.
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A Summer's Worth of Nature Programs at Teatown Reservation
Teatown Reservation, located in Westchester, will be hosting numerous programs at several locations over the summer: Butterfly Kisses: Saturday, July 19, 1- 2:30pm. Have you ever had a butterfly come to rest on you to take a drink from your skin? Have you watched a butterfly move aside a bee as t...
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Junior Firefighter Academy Kicks Off Next Week With 50 Kids
The Cold Spring Fire Company announces its sixth annual Junior Firefighter Academy, which kicks off Monday, July 21,2008 at 9am.
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Knights of Columbus Announce Officers
Loretto Council No. 536 announces its new officers for the 2008 - 2009 year. The officers are: Grand Knight Timothy Case, Chaplain Fr. Brian McSweeney, Associate Chaplain Fr. Gabriel Awuafor, Deputy Grand Knight John Gilsenan, Chancellor Philip D'Amato and Recorder Terry Thorpe.
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Town Board Declares July 26 Philipstown Garden Day
Pride in our Town, the enjoyment gained from the beauty of your home, and picking the first home-grown tomato of the season is what gardening is all about.
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