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Stamford's Avon Theatre To Screen 'When We Were Kings' Stamford's Avon Theatre To Screen 'When We Were Kings'
Stamford's Avon Theatre To Screen 'When We Were Kings' STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Avon Theatre will screen the boxing documentary "When We Were Kings" Wednesday.  The Academy Award-winning film tells the story of Muhammad Ali's landmark "Rumble in the Jungle" 1974 boxing match with George Foreman in Zaire. A Q&A with director Leon Gast will follow the film.  The screening begins at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $12 for nonmembers, $7 for members, $9 for students and seniors and free for Carte Blanche Members.  Purchase tickets online. The Avon Theatre is at 272 Bedford St., Stamford.

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Police & Fire
State Police Remember Officer Killed Pursuing Vehicle On Route 9W State Police Remember Officer Killed Pursuing Vehicle On Route 9W
State Police Remember Officer Killed Pursuing Vehicle On Route 9W New York State Police took a moment to remember one of its own on Sunday. Trooper Robert V. Conklin was killed on July 4, 1948 while pursuing a speeding car on Route 9W. He was 24. Conklin was forced off the road by another vehicle, and his motorcycle entered the center median and struck a concrete curb, according to state police. He was thrown into the opposite lane by the collision.  Before his transfer to the State Police Highland barracks, Conklin was a two-year veteran of the division and had served in several other Troop C stations. 

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Missing Senior Citizen Located With Project Lifesaver Technology Missing Senior Citizen Located With Project Lifesaver Technology
Missing Senior Citizen Located With Project Lifesaver Technology YONKERS, N.Y. -- Westchester County Police found a missing elderly woman on Tuesday, July 5 using Project Lifesaver technology.  Individuals with Alzheimer's or dementia with a history of wandering away are fitted with a special tracking bracelet under the Project Lifesaver program. Specially trained and equipped officers can locate missing persons via a radio signal from the bracelet.  “Project Lifesaver technology has helped county police officers save the lives of multiple people who might otherwise not have been located in time,” County Executive Robert P. Astorino said. “I urge anyone …

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Sports
Disc Golf Course Lands In Dutchess County Disc Golf Course Lands In Dutchess County
Disc Golf Course Lands In Dutchess County DUTCHESS COUNTY, N.Y. -- A disc golf course is scheduled to open Wednesday at Wilcox Memorial Park. Dutchess County Executive Marcus Molinaro is inviting the community to see the new course and learn about the game by tossing some discs at Pavilion A.  RSVP online at dutchessny.gov/RSVP or by calling 845-486-2000. Wilcox Memorial Park is at 1639 Route 199, Stanfordville.

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Schools
Rockland Schools Await Direction From Albany On Lead Tests Rockland Schools Await Direction From Albany On Lead Tests
Rockland Schools Await Direction From Albany On Lead Tests CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- Rockland County school districts are waiting for Gov. Andrew Cuomo to sign a law requiring lead testing before deciding on long-term strategies, according to lohud.com. Six faucets in 11 BOCES buildings were taken offline after tests revealed they had readings above the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency action level of 20 parts per billion, reported lohud.com. The Ramapo Central School District had no elevated levels in any of its 370 drawn samples, and officials are discussing a testing protocol to finalize in the coming months, said lohud.com. Click here to read th…

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Schools
Leake And Watts Helps High School Seniors Realize Their Dreams Leake And Watts Helps High School Seniors Realize Their Dreams
Leake And Watts Helps High School Seniors Realize Their Dreams YONKERS, N.Y. -- The Biondi School at Leake & Watts held a graduation ceremony for its high school class of 2016 on Tuesday, June 28.  Student Christian Hurtado will attend SUNY Herkimer College in the fall.  The Biondi School is a fully-accredited non-public school that offers year-round specialized education services. It serves students whose ability to learn has cognitive, emotional or other barriers. 

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Events
Poughkeepsie Hosts Movies Under Walkway Poughkeepsie Hosts Movies Under Walkway
Poughkeepsie Hosts Movies Under Walkway POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- Poughkeepsie's Movies Under the Walkway Over the Hudson series has returned for another summer of free movie nights at Upper Landing Park.  Each free event will begin at 7 p.m. with live music, followed by a film at 8:30 p.m. The following films will screen along with musical guest performers: July 23: "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" (The Greyhounds) Aug. 6: "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible and No Good, Very Bad Day" (The Costellos) Aug. 20: "Zootopia" (Vito Petroccitto and Five Guys in Disguise) Upper Landing Park is located at 83 N…

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Neighbors
Yonkers-Based Building Hope Launches Campaign Against Animal Abuse Yonkers-Based Building Hope Launches Campaign Against Animal Abuse
Yonkers-Based Building Hope Launches Campaign Against Animal Abuse YONKERS, N.Y. -- Building Hope has launched a new flier campaign targeting animal abuse and offering tips on how to take action.  The Yonkers-based organization's "if you see something, say something" campaign mirrors ads that raise public awareness about indicators of terrorism and reporting suspicious activity.  The fliers read as follows:  HELP PREVENT ANIMAL ABUSE  If you see an animal repeatedly tied up outside without food or shelter If you see an animal with cuts and bruises If you hear an animal crying or barking in a vacant lot or building  If you see an animal roamin…

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News
Putnam Humane Society Introduces Lucy, Holds Dog Wash Putnam Humane Society Introduces Lucy, Holds Dog Wash
Putnam Humane Society Introduces Lucy, Holds Dog Wash CARMEL, N.Y. -- Lucy is an excitable, affectionate dog in search of a home.  The crate-trained canine enjoys playing ball, swimming and going for walks.  Lucy's ideal home is one without other animals and with experienced owners ready to take the time to let her settle down.  Prospective owners can visit Lucy at the Putnam Humane Society from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Dog Wash Day will take place on Sunday, July 10, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Microchipping and pedicures will also be available. The Putnam Humane Society is at 68 Old Route 6 in Carmel.

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Business
Boothbay Lobster Company Sets 'Maine' Focus On Stamford Boothbay Lobster Company Sets 'Maine' Focus On Stamford
Boothbay Lobster Company Sets 'Maine' Focus On Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Boothbay Lobster Company will soon open a brick-and-mortar location in Stamford.  The Stamford location will be near the water at 14 Harbor Point Road and feature 80 seats inside, as well as outside seating. Its interior is decorated with recycled materials from Maine.  Boothbay introduced its food truck into Fairfield County earlier this year to provide lobster rolls for catering and special events. A Food and Drug Administration licensed commissary kitchen on the Maine Wharf in Portland, Maine, is known for its fresh, sustainable and traceable lobster.  Distributors f…

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