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'Vision Of Excellence': Meriden School Earns Prestigious Blue Ribbon Award 'Vision Of Excellence': Meriden School Earns Prestigious Blue Ribbon Award
'Vision Of Excellence': Meriden School Earns Prestigious Blue Ribbon Award A Connecticut high school and two elementary schools have been named some of the nation's most dedicated.  The US Department of Education released its 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools this week, with 356 earning the prestigious distinction. The annual awards recognize high-performing public and non-public schools and those making strides in closing achievement gaps among the student body.  In Connecticut, the three deemed to have reached those goals are: Daniel Hand High School in Madison Israel Putnam Elementary School in Meriden Sunnyside Elementary School in Shelton Dan…
Memorial Set For Edgewater Teen Killed In Tragic Accident While In Iran For Family Wedding Memorial Set For Edgewater Teen Killed In Tragic Accident While In Iran For Family Wedding
Memorial Set For Edgewater Teen Killed In Tragic Accident While In Iran For Family Wedding Jahnan Rahimpour was wise beyond his years. At just 14 years old, the Edgewater native was already an activist who was passionate about volunteering and did so often. His most recent volunteer work was at the Leonia Library and at the Bergen County Rowing Academy, developing skills of newcomers at Overpeck Park. Fluent in Farsi, Jahnan was proud of his Persian heritage and was thrilled to visit his parents' native country of Iran this summer for his aunt's wedding. It was during that trip, though, that joy turned to tragedy for Jahnan's family. Or as his mother, Asal, says: "The weddi…
Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance
Where Is Mamta Kafle Bhatt? Speculations Loom Over Manassas Mom's Baffling Disappearance Each day, community members remain hopeful that Manassas Park police will put out some sort of conclusive update on the search for Mamta Kafle Bhatt. Since her disappearance on Wednesday, July 28, that has yet to happen. Police say only that they investigate every lead and reassure concerned community members that they are utilizing every resource. The latest update came on Friday, Aug. 16, when police said they responded to two separate calls at Blooms Park in reference to reports of possible information/evidence involving Mamta Kafle investigation.  "Both incidents were investigated, an…
Duck Tales: Officers Rescue Ducklings From Storm Drain On Long Island Duck Tales: Officers Rescue Ducklings From Storm Drain On Long Island
Duck Tales: Officers Rescue Ducklings From Storm Drain On Long Island Quick-thinking residents and a group of officers were able to reunite a set of lost ducklings with their mother. It happened on Saturday, June 22 in Yaphank. According to Suffolk County Police, residents in the Belmont Circle area noticed a mother duck squawking near a storm drain. They were quick to realize that there were ducklings in the drain and called the police. Five officers arrived on the scene and a nearby landscaper helped remove the grate. Together, the officers were able to hop in the drain and take out the ducklings, placing them in a laundry basket to reunite the babi…
HEROES: Civilians, Police Unite To Rescue Struck Teen Pinned Beneath Car HEROES: Civilians, Police Unite To Rescue Struck Teen Pinned Beneath Car
Heroes: Civilians, Police Unite To Rescue Struck Teen Pinned Beneath Car Civilians teamed up with police to rescue a teenage girl who was struck and pinned beneath a vehicle Tuesday in North Bergen's Racetrack neighborhood, witnesses said. The victim, believed to be 15, was struck near a bus stop at the corner of Palisade Plaza and Woodcliff Avenue outside James J. Braddock Park shortly before 4:30 p.m. May 14, they said. Citizens with floor jacks assisted township police in lifting the vehicle and getting her out. An ambulance took her to the trauma center at Hackensack University Medical Center.
PA Softball Team Treasurer Arrested At High School Sporting Event For Theft PA Softball Team Treasurer Arrested At High School Sporting Event For Theft
PA Softball Team Treasurer Arrested At High School Sporting Event For Theft A 50-year-old Pennsylvania man has been arrested at a high school sporting event in Chester County for stealing thousands of dollars from a youth softball team, authorities said. James "Rudy" Allen, of Cochranville, "improperly used" more than $6,000 in funds intended for a youth softball team, the Oxford Police Department said in a news release. Allen was arrested at an Oxford High School sporting event on Thursday, April 24, police said. Court documents show he's been charged with Theft by failure to make required disposition of funds and receiving stolen property. In April 2022, Ox…
Steelton Fire Chief Dies Suddenly After 52 Years Of Service Steelton Fire Chief Dies Suddenly After 52 Years Of Service
Steelton Fire Chief Dies Suddenly After 52 Years Of Service After 52 years as a volunteer firefighter — 26 as Steelton's Fire Chief  — a local hero has died.  Eugene "Gene" Vance III, 70, had a normal day before he was found dead from a stroke at his home on Thursday, Jan. 4, Dauphin County Officials explained.  Gene was a class of 1972 graduate of Steelton-Highspire High School. He quickly started his career as a firefighter at the age of 18 by joining the Steelton Fire Department formerly known as Baldwin Hose Company #4, the company and friends explained in dozens of social media posts.  With deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of St…
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening Hudson Valley Location Philly Pretzel Factory Opening Hudson Valley Location
Philly Pretzel Factory Opening Hudson Valley Location Foodies who love a nice hot salty pretzel will be happy to know that a Philly Pretzel Factory is opening a new location in the Hudson Valley. Bringing the pretzel shop to Rockland County is the brainchild of two friends, Rob O'Malley and Bobby Miller who have been looking for a new career that would be fun as well as tasty. Located in New City at 98 S Main St., the new shop is just waiting for final inspections so they can throw open their doors, the duo said. Both men have been living in the New City area for the past 25 years and say they are looking forward to becoming more involved in …
River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing? River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing?
River Edge PD Asks: How Are We Doing? River Edge residents and merchants are invited to assess the borough's police department as part of a process known as accreditation. Members of the department and borough employees also are encouraged to call during the scheduled phone-in period on Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 10-11 a.m. THE NUMBER: (201) 414-6021 Telephone comments will be fielded by an assessment team from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, whose members will examine “all aspects" of the department's policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services, River Edge Police Chief Michael Walker…
District Employee, HS Basketball Standout Cahli Thomas Remembered By Friends, Family In DC District Employee, HS Basketball Standout Cahli Thomas Remembered By Friends, Family In DC
District Employee, HS Basketball Standout Cahli Thomas Remembered By Friends, Family In DC Support is swelling for a 29-year-old hometown boy who was beloved in his DC community after the Department of Energy and Environment employee was gunned down and left for dead. Late on Monday, Oct. 16, officers from the Metropolitan Police Department were called to the 1400 block of C Street NE, where there were reports of shots fired that left two men down, including Cahli Thomas, who was pronounced dead at the scene. A second victim was taken to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Thomas was remembered by friends and family as a doting son and father who left behin…
Witness Credited For Helping Capture Tobacco Shop Robbers In MD, Police Say Witness Credited For Helping Capture Tobacco Shop Robbers In MD, Police Say
Witness Credited For Helping Capture Tobacco Shop Robbers In MD, Police Say Members of the community helped apprehend a pair of wanted Baltimore men who broke into a Montgomery County shop this week, authorities announced on Friday. Nathan Stewart and Donald Pevia III, both 20, have been apprehended after forcing their way into a Island Smoke Tobacco Shop location and stealing property from the store.  The robbery was reported at approximately 3:50 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 21 in the 7900 block of Norfolk Avenue. According to police, after robbing the store, the pair fled on foot, but an alert resident who witnessed the incident were able to provide an accurate descri…
Hoboken Reveals Concept Designs On New Park, Residents Urged To Vote On Favorites Hoboken Reveals Concept Designs On New Park, Residents Urged To Vote On Favorites
Hoboken Reveals Concept Designs On New Park, Residents Urged To Vote On Favorites What do you want to see at 800 Monroe Resiliency Park?  Pickle-ball courts? An Olympic size swimming pool? Picnic arenas? Now is your chance to weigh in. The City of Hoboken unveiled a survey on Friday, April 14 to gather feedback on three designs for the park.  The results of the survey will be used by the design team to refine the park and create two new designs to be introduced later in the summer. Residents have until Thursday, April 27 at 6 p.m. to vote on the survey. The first design features a playground, walking paths, two tennis courts with eight pickle-ball courts, a d…
'Destination' Stoughton Deli Celebrating 30 Years Of Serving Traditional Jewish Fare 'Destination' Stoughton Deli Celebrating 30 Years Of Serving Traditional Jewish Fare
'Destination' Stoughton Deli Celebrating 30 Years Of Serving Traditional Jewish Fare Looking back on his 30 years of running Maxie's Deli in Stoughton, co-founder and owner Steve Robbins is amazed at how quickly the time passed. "I have no idea where it went to be honest," he said in an interview with Daily Voice. "We just keep doing what we love to do." Maxie's Deli is located in the Cobb Plaza, located on Route 27 in Stoughton.Google Maps Street View The deli has been serving traditional Jewish dishes including top-notch knishes, breakfast meals, sandwiches, and deli meats for three decades. Robbins said the key to Maxie's success comes from using only the best ingred…
LI Street Named For KKK Leader Renamed After Student Push: 'History Finally Set Right' LI Street Named For KKK Leader Renamed After Student Push: 'History Finally Set Right'
LI Street Named For KKK Leader Renamed After Student Push: 'History Finally Set Right' Persistence has finally paid off for a group of high school students who called for the renaming of a Long Island street named after a controversial figure. Dozens of community members gathered in Hempstead in the village of Malverne on Thursday, Jan. 26, to watch as officials unveiled the new Acorn Way, the Malverne School District announced on Facebook.  It marked the culmination of years of hard work by several students at Malverne High School who pushed for the renaming after learning that the street’s original namesake, Paul Lindner, was a Ku Klux Klan leader in addition to being a vi…
Couple Charged In Connection With Vacant Harford County House Blaze: Maryland Fire Marshal Couple Charged In Connection With Vacant Harford County House Blaze: Maryland Fire Marshal
Couple Charged In Connection With Vacant Harford County House Blaze: Maryland Fire Marshal A local couple has been identified as suspects and implicated as the firebugs who allegedly set an expensive house fire in mid-November that has been under investigation for months. Baltimore County resident Noah Larkins, 22, of Nottingham, and Monica Boesch, 24, of Abingdon, are facing arson and other charges after being caught on camera running away from a vacant house fire late last year. The wanted firebugs in Havre De GraceOffice of The State Fire Marshal First responders from the Susquehanna Hose Company responded to a vacant home owned by SHK Holdings in the 2000 block of Pulaski…
See Something, Say Something: Virginia Hotel Rape Suspect Busted Following Community Tips See Something, Say Something: Virginia Hotel Rape Suspect Busted Following Community Tips
See Something, Say Something: Virginia Hotel Rape Suspect Busted Following Community Tips Community members in Fairfax County saw something and said something to help swiftly lead police to apprehend a wanted rape suspect who assaulted a woman at a Maryland hotel. Police say that community tips led them to identify Patrick Craig Locke, 30, of Washington, DC, who was arrested at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at the Metro Center Station following an investigation into a rape earlier this month. Locke’s arrest came hours after the Fairfax County Police Department issued an alert and provided fresh surveillance photos of their suspect to the public, which came through. “Detectives rec…
Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients
Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Hailed For 'Huge' Slices, Fresh Ingredients An Italian restaurant in the area has become known for its huge slices, tasty main dishes, and super fresh ingredients. Putnam County staple Benevenuto Pizza in Mahopac constantly garners five-star reviews from online reviews and foodies for not only the size of the dishes and pizza but also for the friendly service and the quality of ingredients. The owners of the restaurant are also very community involved and give back as much as possible. But on to the food. Open since 2009, Benvenuto specializes in all types of standard and gourmet pizza, as well as high-quality Italian cuisine - ins…
New Restaurant In Region Draws Comparisons To 'Cheers' New Restaurant In Region Draws Comparisons To 'Cheers'
New Restaurant In Region Draws Comparisons To 'Cheers' A new restaurant in the region is already seeing praise from online reviews, drawing comparisons to the popular television series "Cheers." Schenectady County eatery The Broken Inn opened in March at 2209 Nott St. in Niskayuna. The restaurant's menu includes a selection of sandwiches, such as a Garden Veggie Wrap, Grilled Cheese and Ham, along with the Scott's Turkey Club. Guests can also order from the brunch menu, which includes Eggs Benedict, Stuffed French Toast, and more. The restaurant has been praised for its sandwiches and selection of drinks offered at the bar. "Small place…
New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting
New River Edge Police Chief Brings Fresh, Effective Approach To Serving, Protecting River Edge Police Chief Michael Walker has been the borough’s top cop for barely a year, but he's already made huge strides in refitting his department. People who hear "reorganization" often worry about the effect on taxes. Walker made sure to take care of that. Shortly after becoming chief last May, the new chief addressed promotions and additions.  At first, he worked with the mayor and council to bring back the captain’s position, which had remained vacant for more than 20 years. Capt. Craig Casey has been in the job since last September. Once he had that move completed, Walker back-…
Ice Cream Shop To Host Grand Opening In Fairfield County Ice Cream Shop To Host Grand Opening In Fairfield County
Ice Cream Shop To Host Grand Opening In Fairfield County An ice cream shop chain has shared the scoop on the grand opening of its brand-new location in Fairfield County. Gofer Ice Cream announced that it will hold a grand opening for its Ridgefield location on Sunday, Nov. 21 from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. The new business is located at 407 Main St. in Ridgefield.  “We have been working hard to ramp up the crew and I am very happy with the initial response from the community," franchisee Eric Barrow said in a statement. “I have been a member of the local Rotary Club for almost a year and we look forward to getting even more involved in the commu…
Tips From Community Lead To Arrest Of Suspect In Fatal Westchester Shooting Tips From Community Lead To Arrest Of Suspect In Fatal Westchester Shooting
Tips From Community Lead To Arrest Of Suspect In Fatal Westchester Shooting A Westchester man has been arrested for the shooting death of another man with the help of tips from members of the community. The homicide of 31-year-old Maurice Wilson Miller, of Elmsford, took place around 4 p.m., Thursday, June 17, at 33  Fisher Court in the Winbrook area of White Plains, said, White Plains Police Commissioner David Chong.  The area of the shooting.Google Maps White Plains officers immediately responded to the scene and offered emergency aid to Miller who had been shot once in the chest, Chong said. He was transported to White Plains Hospital where he was pronounce…
Mediterranean Restaurant Is Springfield's 'Best-Known Secret' Mediterranean Restaurant Is Springfield's 'Best-Known Secret'
Mediterranean Restaurant Is Springfield's 'Best-Known Secret' In the more than 20 years Nadim’s has been open, the restaurant has earned the local’s admiration and support with its authentic Mediterranean cuisine and dedication to the community. Just about everyone in Springfield knows Nadim’s. The restaurant participates in many downtown events and fundraisers like the Springfield BID’s Out to Lunch Concert Series, SantaCon, “Bowties and Beers” Suit Up Springfield, and “Culture & Cocktails” Springfield Museums. Nadim’s Downtown Mediterranean Grill is currently taking donations to provide tasty meals to health care professionals at Baystate and…
New Restaurant With A Familiar Face Proposed For Main Street New Restaurant With A Familiar Face Proposed For Main Street
New Restaurant With A Familiar Face Proposed For Main Street A new restaurant with a familiar face has been proposed for Main Street in Indian Orchard. On Feb. 8, the Springfield Board of License Commissioners had a new all-alcohol annual restaurant license on their agenda for Yaad Food Bar & Grill II. Yaad Food is a Jamaican restaurant at 89 Main St., Indian Orchard, owned by Orlando Roberts and Alexis Mercure. It is Mercure’s sister, Kimberley Campbell, who is listed as the manager of record for Yaad Food Bar & Grill II’s new liquor license application. Campbell works at Yaad Food with Mercure and is often the person who greets customers a…
Fort Lee Police: How Are We Doing? Fort Lee Police: How Are We Doing?
Fort Lee Police: How Are We Doing? Fort Lee residents and merchants are invited to give their opinion of the borough police department as part of a process known as accreditation. Members of the department and borough employees are encouraged to call, as well, during the scheduled phone-in period between 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. THE NUMBER: (201) 592-3521 / Or email: dsiracuse@fortleepolice.org. Telephone comments are limited to 5 minutes and “must address the agency’s ability to comply with the accreditation standards,” according to Police Chief Matthew Hintze. (You can also write to the at New Jersey State Associatio…
Master Electrician Sol Gibbons, 94, Was A 48-Year Resident Of Mount Kisco Master Electrician Sol Gibbons, 94, Was A 48-Year Resident Of Mount Kisco
Master Electrician Sol Gibbons, 94, Was A 48-Year Resident Of Mount Kisco Solomon (Sol) Gibbons died on Nov. 12, 2020 at the age of 94, in White Plains. He was born on April 3, 1926, in Grimsby, England and grew up in the East End of London. After surviving the London Blitz by sheltering in the Underground, Sol entered the RAF in 1946. In 1954, he immigrated to the United States, where he continued working as a master electrician. Sol lived for 48 years in Mt. Kisco and most recently in White Plains. Sol was married to Joan (Ashkenazy), who predeceased him in 2018. They were married for 62 years. He is survived by his son Mark Gibbons (Paula Yablonsky), daught…
Longtime Chappaqua Resident Dolores Ryan, 82, Of Somers, Was Always The First One To Volunteer Longtime Chappaqua Resident Dolores Ryan, 82, Of Somers, Was Always The First One To Volunteer
Longtime Chappaqua Resident Dolores Ryan, 82, Of Somers, Was Always The First One To Volunteer Dolores A. Ryan, 82, died at home in Somers on Oct. 7. Born in Manhattan, Dolores was a 64-year resident of Chappaqua and Ocean Park, ME, where she spent her summers at the beach among family and friends. She was a graduate of Horace Greeley High School and Endicott College.  After college Dolores was proud to have worked as a buyer and merchandiser for Lord & Taylor in Manhattan, eventually trading that career to raise her family.  She is predeceased by her parents, Dolores M. and S. James Barbuto of Chappaqua, her Husband, Donald C. Ryan also of Chappaqua and her daughter …
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This Politician's Unaccustomed To Challenges At The Polls This Politician's Unaccustomed To Challenges At The Polls
This Politician's Unaccustomed To Challenges At The Polls Greenburgh Supervisor Paul Feiner will not say it out loud to news reporters, but he is facing his toughest challenge in many years on Tuesday, Nov. 5 Turnout for early voting in the town has been reported as strong and Feiner, a Democrat, has not had a challenge in the November general election since 2007. An estimated 1,300 residents already have voted. About 10,000 can be expected to vote townwide through Tuesday. The last time Feiner faced any opposition was in the 2013 Democratic primary election, which Feiner won.  In earlier interviews, Feiner has acknowledged that independent …
Linden House Diner Closing Down After More Than Five Decades Linden House Diner Closing Down After More Than Five Decades
Linden House Diner Closing Down After More Than Five Decades The Linden House Diner and Grill will shut down for good within a few weeks, the eatery announced Monday.  "With a heavy heart, we would like to inform you that after 55 years of serving our community, we have made the ultimate decision to close our doors by the end of this month. We would like to take this time to thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for the many years of business, the relationships we have built, the support you have given us, and most of all for allowing us to serve you," the Georgallis family said in a statement, adding that they were "forever grateful" to th…
Musician Performing In Norwalk Dies On Stage Musician Performing In Norwalk Dies On Stage
Musician Performing In Norwalk Dies On Stage An area musician and lifelong Norwalker Timothy Paul Currie died suddenly while on stage performing with his band on the Norwalk Green on Saturday, Aug. 24. Currie, 66, was well known for playing drums with the Tim Currie Motown Band and Tim Currie’s Tumblin’ Dice Band, which is a 60’s tribute band. He was also known throughout the community for his community involvement and for his passion for music and athletics, his obituary said. His passing brought out an outpouring of emotional tributes on Facebook to the man loved by many. "Such a wonderful man you are, Tim....so kind and g…
Bronxville Chamber Of Commerce Names New Executive Director Bronxville Chamber Of Commerce Names New Executive Director
Bronxville Chamber Of Commerce Names New Executive Director The Bronxville Chamber of Commerce announced that village resident Shannon Hurley Gangemi has been chosen as its new Executive Director. A longtime volunteer with the Junior League of Bronxville, St. Joseph's Religious School and the Bronxville School, Gangemi “brings vast experience from the business world, as well as committed community involvement,” the Chamber stated. Former Executive Director and Chamber Vice President Michele MacMillan said “the position of Executive Director is so important. Shannon will be the face of our Chamber, as liaison to our members, local charitable organiza…
Westchester HS Football Standout Earns Prestigious Honor Westchester HS Football Standout Earns Prestigious Honor
Westchester HS Football Standout Earns Prestigious Honor An area high school football standout has earned a prestigious award for his work on the field and in the classroom. Kevin Coleman, who plays both ways as a running back and cornerback for Pelham High School, was named as one of 81 members of the National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame’s inaugural “Team of Distinction.” Criteria to make the team included academic achievement, athletic accolades and community involvement. Each chapter of the NFF is limited to one honoree, “distinguishing them as the top scholar-athlete from all the high schools covered by the chapter.” …