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Pawling Pet Owner Seeks Missing Black Labrador Retriever Pawling Pet Owner Seeks Missing Black Labrador Retriever
Pawling Pet Owner Seeks Missing Black Labrador Retriever PAWLING, N.Y. -- Drifter, a black Labrador Retriever, has been missing from his Pawling home for three days, according to a post on the Lost Pets of Hudson Valley Facebook page. The dog, who is said to be friendly, was last seen Thursday night on Quaker Hill Road, according to the post. He was wearing a collar when he ran away. Though the Lost Pets of Hudson Valley is often successful in reuniting missing pets with their families, the community has, as of Sunday evening, June 4, reported no sightings of Drifter. Anyone who may spot the animal is urged to call Anthony Casola at 914-447-1597.…
Student Art On Display During Seven Bridges Middle School Annual Gala Student Art On Display During Seven Bridges Middle School Annual Gala
Student Art On Display During Seven Bridges Middle School Annual Gala CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- The Seven Bridges Middle School Parent Teacher Association held a reception Wednesday, June 1, to open its fifth annual Arts Gala.The event allowed attendees to view art work by the middle school students along with videos documenting their creative process, according to a statement from the school district. Sparkling apple cider and hors d'oeuvres were served as a student string quartet played, according to the school district. The middle school is located at 222 Seven Bridges Road. For more information on the school, visit its website.
Teaneck H.S. Twirlers Hold Tryouts, 3 Required Sessions Teaneck H.S. Twirlers Hold Tryouts, 3 Required Sessions
Teaneck H.S. Twirlers Hold Tryouts, 3 Required Sessions TEANECK, N.J. -- Tryouts for the Teaneck High School Twirlers are underway. Those students wishing to join the team must attend three mandatory sessions in the high school's small gym on June 7, 8 and 9. The high school is located at 100 Elizabeth St. and can be found on Facebook.
Putnam Valley Wins Grand Prize In Charity Champions Program Putnam Valley Wins Grand Prize In Charity Champions Program
Putnam Valley Wins Grand Prize In Charity Champions Program PUTNAM VALLEY, N.Y. -- Putnam Valley High School’s Make a Difference Club was recognized by Town Supervisor Sam Oliverio Jr. on Wednesday after winning the grand prize in this year’s Charity Champions program, according to school officials. This year, the program – an initiative by Optimum Community that promotes volunteerism and encourages area high schools to raise funds for a charity of their choice – awarded Putnam Valley a $5,000 check to be donated to Drug Crisis in Our Backyard. Speakers during the awards ceremony included Oliverio; Linda Cefaloni, Make a Difference Club co-advisor; …
Kent Library Presents 'The Curse,' A Workshop For Women Kent Library Presents 'The Curse,' A Workshop For Women
Kent Library Presents 'The Curse,' A Workshop For Women CARMEL, N.Y. -- The Kent Public Library has scheduled a hands-on workshop, "The Curse: Period," from 5:30-8 p.m. on Monday, June 13.The workshop, which is geared toward adult women ages 17 and older, aims to shatter "that time of the month" taboos, according to a statement from the library. According to the library, women are increasingly turning toward washable pads. The workshop will discuss why the shift is occurring and how such pads can be made at home. The group also will discuss how to create tea blends specifically designed for menstruation/menopause issues, acco…
Brownell Preserve To Reopen In Goldens Bridge After Yearlong Renovation Brownell Preserve To Reopen In Goldens Bridge After Yearlong Renovation
Brownell Preserve To Reopen In Goldens Bridge After Yearlong Renovation GOLDENS BRIDGE, N.Y. – After a yearlong renovation, the Brownell Preserve and its 2 miles of cleared hiking trails is set to be reopened during a dedication ceremony on June 5. Those wishing to attend the ceremony should meet at Fox Valley Park (off of Route 138 in Indian Hill) at 11 a.m. A bus driven by Lewisboro Town Supervisor Peter Parsons will then transport the group to the preserve, where Lewisboro Town Councilman John Pappalardo is to perform the ribbon cutting, according to a statement The wilderness preserve, which also is home to numerous water crossings and the maple syrup har…
Learn To Row At Overpeck County Park In Leonia Learn To Row At Overpeck County Park In Leonia
Learn To Row At Overpeck County Park In Leonia LEONIA, N.J. -- The Bergen County Rowing Academy will be offering free rowing lessons from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at Overpeck County Park.The event, held to celebrate National Learn to Row Day, will allow those in attendance to practice on a Concept2 Indoor Rowing Machine before taking to Overpeck Lake for a brief outing. Overpeck County Park is located at 40 Fort Lee Road. For more information on Saturday's event, visit the Bergen County Rowing Academy's website or find the organization on Facebook.
Sportswriting Legend Frank Deford To Visit Westport Public Library Sportswriting Legend Frank Deford To Visit Westport Public Library
Sportswriting Legend Frank Deford To Visit Westport Public Library WESTPORT, Conn. – An acclaimed sports journalist whose work over the past 36 years has been collected for a new book is set to speak at the Westport Public Library on Wednesday, June 8. Frank Deford has been hailed as the “Sinatra of sportswriting” by the San Francisco Chronicle and “the world’s greatest” by GQ magazine. His new book, “I’d Know That Voice Anywhere,” is a collection of his best work from across the world of sports. Copies of the book will be available during the June 8 event, which is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. The author will discuss the work and sign copies for those in…
Explore Pond Life At Closter Nature Center Explore Pond Life At Closter Nature Center
Explore Pond Life At Closter Nature Center CLOSTER, N.J. -- The Closter Nature Center will be offering after-school classes this spring and summer focused on the life of Ruckman Pond.Using the pond and its "amazing inhabitants" as their educational tools, the team at the Nature Center has been offering classes since Monday. Remaining sessions include: Tuesday, June 7 - Pre-K, Kindergarten Tuesday, June 14 - Pre-K, Kindergarten Wednesday, June 8 - Grades 1, 2 Wednesday, June 15 - Grades 1, 2 Thursday, June 9 - Grades 3-6 Thursday, June 16 - Grades 3-6Students will have the opportunity to collect and study the pond's "…
Cliffside Park Recreation Starts Youth Sports Signups Cliffside Park Recreation Starts Youth Sports Signups
Cliffside Park Recreation Starts Youth Sports Signups CLIFFSIDE PARK, N.J. – The Cliffside Recreation Department is to open registration for soccer, football and cheerleading for the upcoming fall season set to run from September until mid-November. Registration will run from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Monday, June 6 and from 9 a.m. – noon on June 11, 18 and 25. The registration is to take place at the Recreation Department on Oakdene Avenue (West Grantwood Park). The soccer program is open to students of Cliffside Park in grades 1-8. All games are to be played on the turf field at West Grantwood Park on Oakdene Avenue. There are several divisions: …
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