MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. – Abolish the Electoral College? The idea has received a ton of attention lately – particularly from those unhappy with the results of the presidential election.But what might result from such a move? And, what do alternative systems look like?Prof. Jeanne Zaino, Ph.D., can offer some insight.Zaino is scheduled to speak on the issue at the League of Women Voters of ...

BEDFORD, N.J. — The Bedford Daily Voice accepts signed and original letters to the editor up to 350 words. To submit your letter, email bedford@dailyvoice.comTo the editor:With Election Day around the corner, many are asking for change. Change can be good, but change is not warranted when it comes to re-electing State Senator, George Latimer. Latimer has done an outstanding job in his ...

MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Residents interested in keeping up with the state of their towns will want to attend the upcoming League of Women Voters 3rd annual State of the Town Event at the Mount Kisco Library on Wednesday, Sept. 7.The event, which begins at 7 p.m., is free and open to the public. The featured speakers include Mount Kisco Mayor Michael Cindrich and supervisors Chris Burdick ...

If battling dragons is on your kids' list of summer entertainment, head over Thursday, Aug. 11 to the Bedford Hills Community House.The Bedford Hills Free Library will present a a family movie and summer reading game finale with showing of "How to Train Your Dragon."There will be popcorn, prizes, and fun for families. Kids are invited to go in pajamas and bring a favorite ...

BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The Town of Bedford is aiming to fill two vacancies on its Tree Advisory Board. Bedford prefers a certified arborist to fill one of these vacancies. There is also a vacancy on the Filming Committee. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Supervisor Chris Burdick at Supervisor@bedfordny.gov or call at 914-666-6530.

BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The Bedford Playhouse is seeking two or three interns for the summer. Each intern would work between 10 and 15 flexible hours per week, including some evenings and weekends. Candidates must have basic computer skills and some knowledge and a desire to learn more about community outreach and engaging with the public.Prospective interns can send their inquiries and ...

BEDFORD, N.Y. -- John Jay Homestead will celebrate Independence Day with a fair on Monday, July 4. Attractions include live music, discovery centers, refreshments, colonial games, pony rides, hayrides, face painting, a blacksmith, petting zoo, horses, beekeeping, crafts, a stilt walker, colonial troopers, log cutting and house tours. There will be a Declaration of Independence reading ...

BEDFORD, N.Y. -- American Legion Post 1575 in Katonah announced their summer event schedule with all concert tickets costing $20.The schedule for concerts includes: The Cameos on June 24; Back To The Garden on July 15; Gunsmoke Aug. 19. For those who buys tickets for all three shows, they will receive a $10 discount.The American Legion will also host a golf outing on Aug. 22 and ...

BEDFORD, N.Y. -- The League of Women Voters of North East Westchester hosted State Assemblyman David Buchwald for a discussion on corruption and ethics reform at a luncheon on Monday, June 13. Buchwald has introduced a bill to take state pensions away from convicted legislators and discussed the reforms and legislative routes needed in Albany to make it happen. The luncheon took place ...

KATONAH, N.Y.-- The Katonah Village Improvement Society will host the second annual Summer Solstice Yoga Community Celebration on Saturday, June 25, at John Jay Homestead.The schedule of activities are as follows: Sun Salutations - 8:00 -9:15 a.m. Yoga Basics - 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Chanting Meditation and Juice Toast - 10:45 -11:15 a.m.Family Yoga - 11:30 - noon. Admission is $15 by Monday, ...