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Police & Fire

Dutchess County Man Charged With Felony Larceny In Putnam CARMEL, N.Y. -- A Putnam County grand jury has indicted an ATM maintenance man from Wappingers Falls for allegedly withdrawing more than he should have from the machines. The indictment alleges Dean P. Mogan “systematically and routinely failed to deposit portions of cash he was responsible for using to fill the ATMs,” said the district attorney in a statement. Mogan, 61, is accused of stealing around $500,000 between January 2011 and June 2012, as well as from January to September 2013. Mogan was indicted on 15 counts, ranging from grand larceny to felony and misdemeanor criminal tax fraud…

by Chris Wuensch

10/18/2015

Sports

Little Ferry-South Hackensack Little League Offers Early Registration Date LITTLE FERRY, N.J. -- It might be October and the baseball season is winding down, but it’s not too early to start thinking about next year in Little Ferry and South Hackensack. The Little Ferry-South Hackensack Little League will conduct its first registration for the 2016 season from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 23 at the Little Ferry South Hackensack Little League Club House, 50 Indian Lake Rd., Little Ferry. The league is open to players age 6-12 of all abilities born between Sept. 2009 and May 2003. Cost to register is $55 for your first child and $50 for each additional player. Softball registr…

by Chris Wuensch

10/17/2015

Events

Norwood Library Offering Therapy Dog Reading Sessions For Kids NORWOOD, N.J. — Maggie the dog is visiting the Norwood Public Library and needs someone to read to her. Children are encouraged to visit Maggie the therapy dog between 3:30 and 4 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the Norwood Public Library, 198 Summit St. The program allows children to read aloud to the dogs in a calm, non-judgmental environment. Children who have read to these docile therapy dogs have shown better focus, improved literary skills and increased self-confidence while reducing self-consciousness. Therapy dogs Dalyla, Joshua and Harry join Maggie visiting the library several times each mo…

by Chris Wuensch

10/17/2015

Neighbors

Happy Birthday To Wood-Ridge's Mike Cronin WOOD-RIDGE, N.J. – Happy Birthday to Wood-Ridge’s Mike Cronin! Mike Cronin, who lives in Wood-Ridge, turns 17 on Wednesday. Cronin, an Internet personality and entrepreneur, was born Oct. 14, 1998. In 2010, Cronin launched his YouTube channel called MikesiOSHelp, which focused on Apple reviews, as well as news and rumors. By 2012 his once-modest channel had risen in fame featuring mobile accessory reviews, among other inside scoops and buzzes surrounding the technology industry. As of September 2015, Cronin’s YouTube Channel had 35,000 subscribers and more than seven million video view…

by Chris Wuensch

10/14/2015

Lifestyle

Greenwich Rep. Fred Camillo Aces Environmental Scorecard GREENWICH, Conn. -- When it comes to environmental issues, state Rep. Fred Camillo of Greenwich earns high marks for his green agenda. The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters has awarded Camillo (R-151) with a 100 percent rating on his environmental scorecard. The ratings are based on Camillo’s voting record on environmental bills in committees and on the floor of the House during this year’s legislative session. The group recognizes legislators who take the lead on supporting positive and healthy environmental actions, said the organization in a statement. “The recognition of this s…

by Chris Wuensch

10/12/2015

Events

New Rochelle's Monroe College Teams With Boys And Girls Club For 5K Race NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- The Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle is already the big winner of Monroe College’s upcoming 5K race. The New Rochelle school announced on Oct. 1 that proceeds from its fourth annual Monroe Miles 5K run/walk will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle. The race will begin with registration at 7:30 a.m. Saturday in the courtyard at Monroe’s Main Hall, 424 Main St. The 5K starts at 9 a.m. and loops runners around downtown before ending at Gaddy’s Hall, 380 Main St. Organizers ask participants to register online before race day. The first 300 people to check in…

by Chris Wuensch

10/11/2015

Events

Turn An Old Book Into A Pumpkin Craft At Bloomingdale Library BLOOMINGDALE, N.J. -- Those celebrating Halloween will turn pumpkins into many different things this season. The Bloomingdale Library, however, has your chance to turn a book into a pumpkin. The Bloomingdale Library, 101 Hamburg Turnpike, will host a Pumpkin Craft event at 10 a.m. on Oct. 17. Participants will learn how to sculpt a decorative pumpkin from an old book.The class is open to adults and the library will provide all necessary supplies. More information is available online at bloomingdalelibrary.org.

by Chris Wuensch

10/10/2015

Events

Wyckoff Warns Of Traffic Delays During Annual 5K Run WYCKOFF, N.J. -- Wyckoff will close several roads as the town prepares to trade tires for sneakers during its annual 5K run. The Wyckoff Education Foundation’s Annual 5K Run and Family Fun Walk will take place from 9:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, beginning at Eisenhower Middle School, 344 Calvin Court. The town will close Calvin Court, Cedar Hill Avenue, James Way, Paine Road, Meer Avenue, Ellis Place, George Place, Florence Avenue and Barbara Avenue. Local authorities ask motorists to drive with caution, anticipate delays and plan for addition travel time or alternate routes. Mo…

by Chris Wuensch

10/10/2015

Schools

ArtsWestchester In White Plains Offers Writing Workshop For Women Veterans WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The Veterans Writing Workshop has partnered with ArtsWestchester in White Plains to offer an opportunity for female veterans to share their stories. The Women Veteran Writers Workshop is free to attend and open to qualified veterans and active duty military service members. Writers of all talent levels are encouraged to attend the nine-week seminar that begins Oct. 17 at ArtsWestchester, 31 Mamaroneck Ave. in White Plains. The course, taught by David Surface, Veterans Writing Workshop director and lead instructor, will offer constructive and positive feedback while del…

by Chris Wuensch

10/09/2015

Events

The Haunt At Rocky Ledge In White Plains Opens For Sixth Spooky Season WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Do you scare easily? Then The Haunt at Rocky Ledge might not be the place for you this Halloween. The haunted attraction creaked open its doors for its sixth season Oct. 9 and will remain open to ghouls of all ages through Oct. 31. The attraction features two haunted houses, a frightening journey through a wooded trail and boasts the only “haunted corn field in Westchester County,” all spread over 8 acres. The park is open from 8-11 p.m. Fridays, 7-11 p.m. Saturdays, and 7-10 p.m. Sundays. Those brave enough to enter must pay $20 per person. More information, if you …

by Chris Wuensch

10/09/2015

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