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Chris Langone

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Winter Is Coming: How To Stay Warm In The Harsh Weather POUND RIDGE, N.Y. -- With chilly mornings and cold nights, the winter heating season will be here before you know it. That's why preparing your home heating system should be a top priority. Marshall Oil Company, a family-owned heating and fueling business, knows exactly how to keep Old Man Winter at bay for the months to come. When warming up with blankets and sitting by the fireplace isn't enough to beat the chilly weather, it may be time to turn on your home's heater. Most homes with central heat have either a furnace, boiler or heat pumps. While all heating systems are different, Marshal…

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Real Estate

The Price Is Right: Real Estate Agents Learn More About Home Values WESTPORT, Conn. -- Two real estate agents with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices are among the first Fairfield County Realtors to take advantage of a new training course. The Pricing Strategy Advisor certification helps agents guide buyers through the details of the housing market, making selling and buying a home a much smoother process. Bunny Mostad and Deb Alderson of Berkshire Hathaway, have earned the PSA certification after an intensive training course. The National Association of Realtors offers the PSA certification to Realtors to recognize that the need for quality agents depends mor…

Content Partner: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties (Corporate)

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Combat Hernia Hurdles At Hudson Valley Surgical Group SLEEPY HOLLOW, N.Y. -- Hernias can cause discomfort in the abdomen, making daily life near impossible. Sleepy Hollow-based, Hudson Valley Surgical Group understands this problem and creates custom solutions to help each patient get back on their feet in no time. A hernia is a hole in the abdominal wall and occurs when an organ or a piece of tissue protrudes through the muscle. Anything that causes an increase in pressure in the abdomen can cause a hernia, including lifting heavy objects or constant coughing or sneezing. "Treating a hernia is much like a leaky roof, you want to fix the …

Content Partner: Hudson Valley Surgical Group, LLP

Lifestyle

Helping Teens Relax: Newport Academy Provides Tips to Combat Stress DARIEN, Conn. -- The ups and downs of daily life can leave teenagers feeling stressed. While a certain amount of stress is normal, if it goes on long enough or gets bad enough, it can lead to physical or mental health conditions that require professional treatment. However, there are ways to combat this ongoing issue. Stress is a common emotional and psychological reaction for teens, often a result of both internal and external changes. And today’s fast-paced, technology-saturated climate doesn’t help. "In small doses, stress can help us get things done.," said Kristin Wilson, Dir…

Content Partner: Newport Academy

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Westchester Community College Basketball Tips Off After Absence WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- Westchester Community College welcomed the return of men’s basketball with a home win over Monroe College on Nov. 2. After a hiatus, the Vikings' basketball team returned and was able to claim victory after forty minutes of exciting end-to-end action to open the season. For the administration, staff and student-athletes who worked to make the Westchester Community College Men's Basketball team a reality this season, it was the culmination of years of exhaustive planning and preparation. Ultimately, it was a night during which the entire community claimed victory. When t…

Content Partner: Westchester Community College

Lifestyle

Lending A Helping Hand: Volunteers Celebrated At Senior Care Center NEW CANAAN, CONN -- Volunteers make up the lifeblood of Waveny LifeCare Network, a senior care center in New Canaan. Recently, volunteers were acknowledged for not only their time commitment to helping seniors, but also creating a home away from home atmosphere at the the center. Waveny celebrated volunteers who served at Waveny Care Center in The Village, the Adult Day Program, The Inn and the eldercare's other offerings. "There are many reasons why I volunteer," said Deb Perron, Waveny’s Director of Volunteers. "I can tell you that it’s the fastest way to make yourself happ…

Content Partner: Waveny Care Center

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Troubled Teens Climb Thier Way To Recovery With Wilderness Therapy DARIEN, Conn. -- Wilderness therapy has fast become a common outlet for troubled adolescents and young adults looking to restart their lives. Everyone knows getting fresh air is important, but what about this treatment has proved so effective? "Wilderness therapy is a behavioral treatment program, typically using wilderness expeditions as a type of therapeutic intervention," said Jill Hauk of New Life House, a recovery community for young men. "The goal of wilderness therapy programs is to help teach individuals the importance of self-respect and self-reliance, while at the sa…

Content Partner: New Life House

Real Estate

Thomas Wright Estates Feature Grand Homes And Revolutionary Ties ARMONK, N.Y. -- Home to some of the most beautiful and exclusive listings in Westchester, Armonk's Thomas Wright Estates features more than just stunning homes. The area also includes a rich history dating back to the Revolutionary War. Thomas Wright, the estate's namesake, was a Westchester philanthropist and writer who owned property and operated a mill in the area during the American Revolution. During the revolution, Major Andre worked with the infamous American traitor, Benedict Arnold. Major Andre acted as a spy and was captured in Tarrytown, held in a barn at Thomas Wright’s mill in…

Content Partner: Houlihan Lawrence Inc. - Brian Milton

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The Norwalk Mentor Program Introduces 'Heroes' To Students NORWALK, Conn. -- For students across the country, growing up can be a challenge in many different ways. Luckily, the Norwalk Mentor Program pairs students with adult volunteers. Often, a mentor is the only stable adult in a child’s life. A program of the Human Services Council, the Norwalk Mentor Program was established in 1986. It is the longest-running and one of the most acclaimed school-based mentoring programs in the country. The program’s original premise remains constant today: matching students with positive adult role models to make a significant difference in the lives of those st…

Content Partner: Human Services Council Inc.

Real Estate

Gilbert Farm Offers A Unique Look Into South Salem’s Rich Past LEWISBORO, N.Y. -- Equestrian farms have been part of Lewisboro's history for hundreds of years. Now, a newly listed home on Gilbert Farm is proving that the town still retains a rural and pastoral identity. 38 Bouton Road, listed by Nancy LaCavalla of Ginnel Real Estate, offers homeowners the chance to experience countryside living, without sacrificing modern style. This nine-acre estate contains multiple barns, horse stables and a riding track along the Waccabuc River. Future residents can take in the country allure while enjoying modern amenities including an updated kitchen and living r…

Content Partner: Ginnel Real Estate

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