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Briarcliff SPCA Seeks Donations For Dog, Kitten In Need Of Surgery BRIARCLIFF, N.Y. – The SPCA of Westchester County in Briarcliff is seeking donations to help two animals recently surrendered to the shelter who are in need of surgery. Chloe was one of many dogs who spent their lives cramped in a tiny crate, breeding litter after litter, in a practice known as "backyard breeding," where dogs like Chloe are being used to produce puppies for profit by their owners. After a thorough examination by the SPCA's staff veterinarian, it was determined that Chloe needed an echocardiogram on her heart. It was determined that Chloe has a severe heart murmur …

by Nicole Briggs

07/11/2016

Neighbors

Kids Invited To Explore Science At 'How Cool Is That' Camp In Ridgefield RIDGEFIELD, Conn. – Ridgefield Parks and Recreation is offering two special camps this summer to keep kids busy and provide fun. Come learn the "ancient art for modern times" with the new Kempo Academy Mixed Martial Arts Camp, based on the Steve DeMasco Shaolin Studios (SDSS) Instructional Method, Monday, Aug. 15 through Friday, Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. This camp will focus on fitness, strength, conditioning, agility and martial arts-based games and activities. Students ages 4-12 will gain confidence, self-control and learn group camaraderie. A karate uniform is not required…

by Nicole Briggs

07/11/2016

Schools

Danbury's WestConn Names Interim Provost DANBURY, Conn. – Missy Alexander has been appointed interim provost and vice president for academic affairs at Western Connecticut State University. President John Clark promoted Alexander from her position as dean of the Macricostas School of Arts and Sciences, which she has held since July 2012. The previous provost, Jane McBride Gates, recently was named provost/senior vice president of academic and student affairs for the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, the system that oversees Western, three other state universities, 12 community colleges and Charter Oak State College. “I…

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07/11/2016

Police & Fire

Westport Train Station Construction Begins Monday WESTPORT, Conn. – Construction will begin at the Lot 1 Saugatuck Railroad Station in Westport on Monday. Alternate parking locations have been created to alleviate the loss of parking spaces while the construction is being completed. Commuters are reminded to allocate 5-10 additional minutes to their morning commute on Monday to become accustomed to the new parking areas. Lot 1 will be closed on Saturday. Vehicles remaining in the lot will be towed at the owner’s expense. Lot 1 will not re-open until the projected completion date after Labor Day 2016. Temporary permit parking has been put…

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

Neighbors

Online Fundraiser Helping Severely Injured Pawling Man PAWLING, N.Y. – A GoFundMe account has been set up for a Pawling man who was severely injured in a car accident on Friday, June 10. Family and friends are raising funds for Richie Rubino, who suffered life-threatening injuries in the accident, spent two weeks in the ICU at Westchester Medical Center and underwent spinal cord surgery. After the five-hour surgery, Rubino was told he was paralyzed from the chest down. Rubino was transferred to the Helen Hayes Hospital in Rockland County to start rehabilitation before he returns home to his wife, Debbie, and his two sons, Joe and Nick. Howeve…

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

News

Metro-North Unveils New Mobile App For E-Ticket Purchases Metro-North has launched an accelerated roll out of MTA eTix, a free MTA app that will allow Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad customers to purchase train tickets anytime, anywhere with their mobile devices. The app, which was scheduled for completion by the end of 2016, will now be available to all riders of both railroads by the end of this summer. With the app, LIRR and Metro-North customers can check schedules, see service status, purchase tickets without waiting in line and manage their account. “Our administration remains committed to building a transit network that is…

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

Lifestyle

Yoga Returns To Mahwah Library MAHWAH, N.J. – After a two-week break, yoga returns to the Mahwah Public Library at 7 p.m. Monday in the Winter Room. Joan Tarrant will lead a 10-week beginner series teaching the basic yoga poses, breathing techniques and how to feel in balance on and off the mat. Wear comfortable clothes to move freely. Bring a yoga mat, towel, water and a positive spirit. There is no registration but space is limited to the first 32 people who arrive to class. The Mahwah Public Library is at 100 Ridge Road, Mahwah.

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

Lifestyle

Rutherford Food Pantry Seeking Donations RUTHERFORD, N.J. – The Rutherford Food Pantry is in need donations of the following items: Canned fruit (peaches, pears, fruit cocktail, pineapple, mandarin oranges) Canned tomatoes Jell-O and pudding mixes Crackers and cookies Parmalat shelf-stable milk Bottled juice and iced tea mix Canned pasta Spaghetti Peanut butter The pantry currently has an abundance of cereal and does not need donations of cereal at this time. Items may be delivered to the pantry, which is in the basement of Borough Hall. If the pantry is locked, donations can be left on the shelves outside the door. The Rutherfor…

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

Police & Fire

Stratford Fire Department Trains In Forcible Entry Techniques STRATFORD, Conn. – Despite the hot weather that hit the area last week, members of the Stratford Fire Department braved the heat and participated in forcible entry training Tuesday through Friday. Firefighters took part in hands-on training for the entire department with Connecticut Custom Fire Training.

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

Police & Fire

Tenafly Has 125th Anniversary Northern Valley Fire Chief's Parade TENAFLY, N.J. – The Tenafly Fire Department will host the Northern Valley Fire Chief's Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. Join the department at Roosevelt Common immediately following the parade for music, awards and refreshments. Participating departments include Alpine, Bergenfield, Closter, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Harrington Park, Haworth, New Milford, Northvale, Norwood, Old Tappan, Rockleigh and Tenafly. Click here for the parade route.

by Nicole Briggs

07/10/2016

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