Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is returning to the streets of New York City for its 95th celebration after being curtailed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Macy's made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 8, saying the parade will be delight crowds once again on Thursday, Nov. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. This year's parade will feature the signature mix of giant character helium balloons, fantastic floats, marching bands, performance groups, celebrities, clowns, and the one-and-only Santa Claus, Macy's said. “We are thrilled to welcome back in its full form the Macy’s Thanksgiving Da…
COVID-19: Nyack Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening COVID-19: Nyack Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening
COVID-19: Nyack Hosts Fireworks Show As NY Celebrates Reopening Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants to show the world that New Yorkers are “returning to life as we know it” with a series of fireworks displays across the state to celebrate the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. Ten fireworks shows, including one at Nyack Memorial Park in Rockland County, are scheduled for 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, June 15 - a day Cuomo said New Yorkers will remember. Earlier story - COVID-19: Majority Of NY Restrictions Lifted As State Hits Vaccine Milestone Additionally, Cuomo said that on Tuesday night, all state assets, including the Empire State Building will be lit blue and go…
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Tarrytown Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Tarrytown
Famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Coming To Tarrytown Dog lovers rejoice. The famed Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is coming to Westchester County in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The show announced this month that the 145th annual event will be held at Lyndhurst, a property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, on Route 9 (Broadway) in Tarrytown, on Saturday, June 12 and Sunday, June 13, 2021, with live coverage across FOX Sports networks.  Due to the ever-changing government restrictions during the pandemic a move to a springtime, outdoor dog show was necessary to uphold Westminster’s strong commitment to the health an…
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health
Girls' Night Out at Good Samaritan Raises Nearly $50,000 To Support Access To Breast Health Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), recently held its annual Girls’ Night Out event to raise funds for its nationally recognized Center for Breast Health. The evening was a celebration of camaraderie, strength and taking charge of one’s health. It included a high-end shopping experience, mini makeovers, a silent auction, raffles, dinner and more. Karen Karsif, M.D., Medical Director of The Center for Breast Health at Good Samaritan Hospital, discussed the latest advancements in breast cancer diagnosis, and comedian Erin Jackson …
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event
Good Samaritan Hospital's Brunched By Corks & Forks Raised Over $80,000 During Culinary Event More than 200 healthcare providers and friends of Good Samaritan Hospital attended Good Samaritan Hospital’s Brunched by Corks & Forks fundraiser on November 18 in Suffern. Through the sold out event, over $80,000 was raised to support advances in facilities, equipment, technology, talent and programs at Good Samaritan Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Six of the region’s most distinguished chefs donated their talent and time to offer guests unique and delicious brunch dishes. The featured chefs were Didier Dumas of Didier Dumas Patisserie in Nyack, N…
'Impractical Jokers' Prankster To Make Bergen County Appearance 'Impractical Jokers' Prankster To Make Bergen County Appearance
'Impractical Jokers' Prankster To Make Bergen County Appearance TruTV’s hit show "Impractical Jokers" star James Murray will be coming to Northvale's Books and Greetings alongside veteran sci-fi and horror writer Darren Wearmouth later this month. The pair co-wrote "Awakened" -- a chilling and wickedly fun supernatural novel: A beautiful New York City subway line unearths an ancient dark horror that threatens the city’s utter destruction and the balance of civilization itself. Murray -- affectionately known as "Murr" -- rose to fame with his comedy troupe "The Tenderloins" in the  hidden camera reality series. The…
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them
Mahwah Program Shows Opioids' Destruction Of Users, Those Who Love Them MAHWAH, N.J. – An award-winning film that shows the devastation of opioid addiction will be screened at Ramapo College later this month. Admission is free, but pre-registration is required to attend the 7 p.m. Jan. 31 on-campus screening of "Dying in Vein — The Opiate Generation," presented by the Mahwah Municipal Alliance in conjunction with township police and the college, at the Sharp Theater (Berrie Center). REGISTER: www.mahwahalliance.org Families will “leave the theater with a better understanding of the opioid epidemic that is occurring across our nation” after viewing fo…
Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner
Elks Lodge Serves Veterans A Holiday Dinner MONTROSE, N.Y. -- The South District Elks wanted to ensure veterans had a happy holidays. The Elks, the Mid-Westchester Lodge 535 featuring the Armonk, Brewster, Ossining and Pearl River lodges served more than 100 veterans a holiday dinner on Thursday at the Montrose VA. The Elks also distributed sweatshirts and essential items, along with candy bags donated from students at Bedford Road School in Pleasantville. "It's a wonderful time," Deirdre Vedovino, an Elk said. "It's really beautiful and they are so appreciative." Vedovino, the veterans representative for her lod…
Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style
Love A Parade? Suffern To Mark Veterans Day In Style ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. --  Know a veteran who would love to march in a parade on Saturday to celebrate Veterans Day?  The Village of Suffern and American Legion Post 859 are asking all scouts, school children, participants, and residents to reach out to a veteran they know, to invite to take part in a parade and ceremony at 11 a.m. Saturday. Those who wish to participate should meet at 11 a.m., at Suffern Village Hall (61 Washington Ave.), the parade will proceed to Soldiers Monument on Washington Avenue where a ceremony will take place. For information, call Village of Suffern Recreation a…
Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death
Nyack’s Natural Burial Boutique Helps Rocklanders Deal With Death NYACK, N.Y. -- Ever wanted to talk about death in a safe, respectful space? Now you can. Kerry Potter, the owner of Dying to Bloom, a natural burial boutique in Nyack, will be hosting what's called a "Death Café," over tea and treats Sunday, Nov. 5 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. “Death Cafés” features a group-directed, agenda-free discussions of topics surrounding death, fears, ideas, and life itself. While they are not considered grief support or counseling, they can be therapeutic for those who have experienced loss or those that simply have general questions about death. The “Death Ca…
Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts
Book It, Rockland; Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Starts ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- At the risk of sounding like your spouse, consider this your reminder to make your Hudson Valley Restaurant Week (HRVS) reservations. The two-week long event, a celebration of the bounty of the Hudson Valley, starts Monday, Oct. 30 and goes until Sunday, Nov. 12 and spots fill up fast. More than 200 restaurants throughout Westchester, Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, Orange, Ulster, and Sullivan participate, allowing chefs to flaunt their best fare. Special three-course menus are $22.95 for lunch and $32.95 for dinner and often focus on seasonal ingredients.  New this y…
Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style
Just Golden: RBA Will Mark 50th Anniversary In Style ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Forget about a stuffy dinner with lots of speeches that put everyone's heads in their soup. Instead, the Rockland Business Association (RBA) is celebrating its 50th Anniversary of service, leadership and tremendous accomplishments for the people and businesses of Rockland by throwing a huge party in true circus fashion. The big day takes place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 2, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Airmont (at Exit 14B), with street performers for attendees enjoyment along with a smorgasbord of great food and drink. Some of the fun will feature a professiona…
Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event
Love A Parade? Costume Contest Caps Suffern Event ROCKLAND COUNTY, N.Y. -- Small towns love a good parade and the Village of Suffern is no exception, especially when it comes to Halloween. This year, young and old alike can don their spooky, scary or funny costumes and join in the parade fun when it hits the streets around 2 p.m. Sunday. "This is one of those parades where there are as many people in it, as are watching it," said Cathy Mills with the village.  The parade will run from Lafayette Avenue to the Virginia Menschner Gazebo. The lineup for the parade is in the lot across from Ole Ole. After everyone gets to the gazebo…