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Jim Barg

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Schools

New Hempstead Yeshiva Seeking Approvals After Operating Without Permits NEW HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. – A New Hempstead yeshiva is looking for approval to keep operating a school after discovering that the property doesn't have the necessary permits, according to lohud.com. Mesivta Ahavas Hatorah has operated a boys’ religious school on the property for about three years, lohud.com said. It was discovered that the property had not been given the necessary permits to operate as a school dating back 10 years and to the previous owners, reported lohud.com. Mesivta is seeking the necessary permits, despite the recommendation against such action by the village fire inspector…

by Jim Barg

07/12/2016

Schools

Pelham High Senior Reads Speech At Graduation PELHAM, N.Y. – Pelham High School senior Sabina Maggiore was one of two seniors who were able to read a speech they had written during last month's graduation ceremony. Maggiore's "Azucar" was chosen by a panel of faculty and staff, and she read it during the ceremony on June 25. The speech can be read in full at the Pelham School District's website at this link.

by Jim Barg

07/12/2016

Neighbors

White Plains Approves $1 Million For Library Renovation WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. – White Plains is allocating $1 million to the city's public library as part of ongoing renovations, according to lohud.com. The money was approved during the Common Council meeting July 5, lohud.com said. Renovations are expected to cost about $2.4 million, and the city was challenged to match an anonymous benefactor's $1 million donation to the project in October, reported lohud.com. Plans include a new entrance, a new adult facility and a cafe with outdoor seating, lohud.com noted. Read the lohud.com article here.

by Jim Barg

07/12/2016

Sports

Staples HS Senior In Westport Signs To Play Football At UConn WESTPORT, Conn. – Staples High School senior Ryan Fitton signed a letter of intent with the University of Connecticut to play college football in 2017, according to the Westport News. Fitton, a tight end for the Wreckers, will be the first Staples player at UConn since Sean Mulachy in 2001, the Westport News said. He is coming off of a 22-catch, 279-yard season with the Wreckers, including a pair of touchdowns, reported the Westport News. Read the Westport News article here.

by Jim Barg

07/11/2016

Police & Fire

McNeil Takes Over As Stratford Police Chief STRATFORD, Conn. – Joe McNeil took over as Stratford police chief on Monday morning, according to the Stratford Star. McNeil was sworn in during a ceremony at City Hall, along with John Popik as deputy chief, the Stratford Star said. He plans to expand the police force to a full staff of 110 officers from its current 98, reported the Stratford Star. A more formal ceremony is planned for sometime in August, the Stratford Star noted. Read the Stratford Star article here.

by Jim Barg

07/11/2016

Police & Fire

Brookfield Police Looking For Owner Of Lost Dog BROOKFIELD, Conn. – The Brookfield Police Department is looking for the owner of a lost dog. This dog was found in the area of Pocono Ridge Road and West Whisconier Road over the weekend. He has been turned over to Regional Animal Control as this is not the first time he's escaped. They can be contacted at (860) 354-2138.

by Jim Barg

07/11/2016

Events

North Salem Lions Golf Outing Raises Funds For Charities NORTH SALEM, N.Y. – The North Salem Lions Club will mark its 49th anniversary with a golf outing at the Salem Golf Club on Monday, Aug. 29. Proceeds will go to Cooley's Anemia & Vacation Camp for the Blind and Visions/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Cooley's anemia is a genetic blood disorder that can be fatal if it's not treated and monitored, and complications can be numerous. These can include diabetes, growth issues, teen osteoporosis and pulmonary hypertension. Visions/Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired serves New York City, Westchester, Rockland and Long I…

by Jim Barg

07/11/2016

Lifestyle

Danbury Music Centre Launches Summer Festival Program DANBURY, Conn. – The Danbury Music Centre is beginning its Summer Festival Program for children in third grade and up along with adults, as spots are still available. Programs available include Strings, Bands, Afrikan Drumming and A Cappella Chorus. Carlos Sousa runs the Chorus program, which is open to teens in eighth grade through college freshman. Larry Deming leads the Strings program with Alison Corigliano teaching. Albert Montecalvo is the leader of the Band program, with Anthony Nunes set to teach. Ase-AmenRa Kariamu is teaching Afrikan Drumming. The Bands program is meeting Mon…

by Jim Barg

07/08/2016

Business

Southport Brewing Company Closes Doors On Hometown Location FAIRFIELD, Conn.. – After 20 years of serving up its own home brews along with other bottled and draft favorites, the SBC Restaurant and Brewery in Southport has shut its doors, according to a post on its Facebook page. The restaurant closed permanently on June 29, said a post from June 30. "We thank you for your support, loyalty, and kindness," the post said. "We will miss the many friends and great memories we've made together over the years. Thank you for being wonderful guests!" The namesake location was known for its set-up in the restaurant for brewing beer. The m…

by Jim Barg

07/07/2016

Police & Fire

Norwalk Police Take Part In Water Safety Day At Calf Pasture Beach NORWALK, Conn. – Members of the Norwalk Police Department joined Stew Leonard III Children's Charities and the City of Norwalk's Recreation Department to take part in the third annual Water Safety Day on Saturday at Calf Pasture Beach. A total of 93 children signed a water safety pledge as part of the event.

by Jim Barg

07/07/2016

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