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Inn On Hudson Says Farewell To Longtime Operators Inn On Hudson Says Farewell To Longtime Operators
Inn On Hudson Says Farewell To Longtime Operators PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- It is time to say goodbye in Peekskill.Inn on the Hudson is bidding farewell to Bruce and Barbara Prehal, who are retiring to Florida. Doug Dellipaoli has joined the Inn, a city landmark for than 60 years, as its new general manager. In addition, Inn on the Hudson has announce the opening of a new restuarant, Vue, on Nov. 2. The Prehals have been with the Inn for the past 13 years, first as its restaurant owners and then with Bruce serving as General Manager.  He is credited with carrying the Inn through the 2008-2010 recession by making extensive renovations to the Inn’…

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by Donna Christopher
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Grab Your Broom And Go: Peekskill Spooks With Halloween Happenings Grab Your Broom And Go: Peekskill Spooks With Halloween Happenings
Grab Your Broom And Go: Peekskill Spooks With Halloween Happenings WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- If you haven't made your Halloween plans yet, don't worry. There's still time to attend one of the many area events going on around town. The only problem? Picking just one! Saturday, Oct. 29 The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Pelham Picture House, Pelham: What better way to celebrate Halloween then with a loving couple, a few lost monsters, and a sweet transvestite from transsexual Transylvania. Sing and dance through a campy, sloppy salute to horror movies and sexual liberation. Bring your sense of humor. And some toast. Wear your Rocky Horror Picture Show inspire…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Five Hudson Valley Walks To End Alzheimer's Expect To Raise More Than $1M Five Hudson Valley Walks To End Alzheimer's Expect To Raise More Than $1M
Five Hudson Valley Walks To End Alzheimer's Expect To Raise More Than $1M The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter held five walks around its seven-county region over the past few weeks, starting with the Westchester Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 25 at White Plains High School and ending with the Putnam walk on Oct. 16 at the Putnam Office for Senior Resources in Carmel. Walks were also held in Montgomery, Pomona and on the Walkway Over the Hudson between Highland and Poughkeepsie. The events are expected to raise a record high of about $1 million to support families living with the disease and fund research seeking a cure. “I’m proud to see such gro…

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by Jay Waitkus
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Take Leap For Special Olympics In Westchester Polar Plunge Take Leap For Special Olympics In Westchester Polar Plunge
Take Leap For Special Olympics In Westchester Polar Plunge WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N. Y. -- Special Olympics New York is looking for brave souls willing to take a leap of faith into Long Island Sound for the 8th annual Westchester Polar Plunge.This year's event, named Freezin' for a Reason, takes place Nov. 12 at Glen Island Park in New Rochelle. Organizers are hoping to surpass the $99,000 goal for the event. Last year, more than 600 people took the plunge to raise a record $96,000, organizers said. Money is used to support 3,500 athletes from the Hudson Valley region competing in Special Olympics New York.  Special Olympics athletes are never charged…

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by Amy Maciaszek
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Kenyan Feminist Who Pushed For Education To Speak In Katonah Kenyan Feminist Who Pushed For Education To Speak In Katonah
Kenyan Feminist Who Pushed For Education To Speak In Katonah KATONAH, N.Y. -- Known across the world for her efforts to provide an education to young girls and women, Kakenya Ntaiya will attend a reception and present a talk at the Katonah Village Library on Thursday, Nov. 3. Ntaiya's presentation, which begins at 7:30 p.m., "Courage! Empowerment! Social justice," tells the story of how she made a deal with her father that she would undergo a traditional Maasai rite of passage, female circumcision, if he would let her go to high school.  Ntaiya tells the fearless story of continuing on to college, and of working with her village elders to…

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by K Reakes
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Learn About The Race Against Extinction In Peekskill Learn About The Race Against Extinction In Peekskill
Learn About The Race Against Extinction In Peekskill PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Learn about the hidden world of extinction on Thursday at the Center for Digital Arts in Peekskill. The film “Racing Extinction” by Oscar-winning director Louie Psihoyos ("The Cove") utilized state-of-the-art equipment to expose never-before-seen images. The documentary draws attention to mankind’s role in a potential loss of at least half of the world’s species, according to the filmmaker. A discussion will follow the film, led by Hudson Riverkeeper Paul Gallay.  The movie starts at 7 p.m. and there is no charge to attend. This is the second in a series of e…

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by Cindy Capitani
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Indian Point Security Drill Will Include Simulated Gunfire, Attacks Indian Point Security Drill Will Include Simulated Gunfire, Attacks
Indian Point Security Drill Will Include Simulated Gunfire, Attacks BUCHANAN, N.Y. -- Residents shouldn't worry if they hear gunfire today coming from the Indian Point Energy Center on Tuesday -- the power plant will be holding security training drills. The training will take place during the day and into the evening hours on Tuesday, and again on Thursday, Oct. 13, plant officials said. The training drills will involve simulated attack scenarios that are intended to be as realistic as possible so residents may hear what appears to be gunfire from simulated weapons systems used during the exercises.  Local law enforcement agencies have been informed of the…

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by K Reakes
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Yorktown Gears Up For Eighth Annual Street Fair Yorktown Gears Up For Eighth Annual Street Fair
Yorktown Gears Up For Eighth Annual Street Fair YORKTOWN, N. Y. -- The festival season isn't over in Yorktown where plans are under way for food, live entertainment, amusement rides and vendors for the 8th Annual Yorktown Festival and Street Fair on Sunday, Oct. 9 in downtown Yorktown. Organized by the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Yorktown, the outdoor event takes place from 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. along Commerce Street and Veterans Road. Admission is free. Some of the highlights include a hot dog eating contest, a senior luncheon, an American Red Cross blood drive, a dog costume contest and parade, dance and musical perfo…

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by Amy Maciaszek
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Community Leaders Brainstorm Roadmap For Healthy Westchester Community Leaders Brainstorm Roadmap For Healthy Westchester
Community Leaders Brainstorm Roadmap For Healthy Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Community leaders are gathering on Friday at Pace Law School in White Plains with The Keep Westchester Thriving Coalition to discuss ways to keep the county strong.  "Our Budget. Our Values: A Community Conversation," begins with coffee and networking at 7:45 a.m., followed by the program from 8:30-10:30 a.m. The program will be moderated by Laura Rossi, Esq., Executive Director of the Westchester Community Foundation.  It will provide some ideas for elected officials as they debate priorities and grapple with how to pay for the services needed to keep…

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by Cindy Capitani
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Hen Hud Concert Benefits Breast Cancer Foundation Hen Hud Concert Benefits Breast Cancer Foundation
Hen Hud Concert Benefits Breast Cancer Foundation MONTROSE, N.Y. -- Cindy Alexander will perform an acoustic concert at Hendrick Hudson High School next Thursday to promote cancer awareness and support the Breast Cancer Foundation.  The concert will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium, and the suggested donation is $10 to $20. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the foundation. Alexander has performed on stage with Suzanne Vega, America, Rick Springfield, Marc Cohn and The Bacon Brothers. Alexander’s music has earned her Los Angeles Music Awards for Songwriter of the Year and Independent Pop Album of the Year. 

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by Sam Barron
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Peekskill Horse Show Celebrating 46 Years Of Entertaining Equine Lovers Peekskill Horse Show Celebrating 46 Years Of Entertaining Equine Lovers
Peekskill Horse Show Celebrating 46 Years Of Entertaining Equine Lovers PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- The Rotary Club of Peekskill is holding its 46th Annual Horse Show and Country Fair on Oct. 8 and 9 at the Blue Mountain Reservation in Peekskill. Competition and attractions will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Admission and parking are free, and the show will take place rain or shine. Riders from stables throughout the tri-state area are scheduled to participate. The show is the only one in Westchester County with both English and Western riding classes. Events will include 28 Western classes with eight championships on Satur…

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by Jay Waitkus
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'Mutts On The Mountain' To Draw Runners, Canine Sidekicks To Peekskill 'Mutts On The Mountain' To Draw Runners, Canine Sidekicks To Peekskill
'Mutts On The Mountain' To Draw Runners, Canine Sidekicks To Peekskill PEEKSKILL, N.Y. -- Dog lovers will be able to bone up on their human-canine running skills this weekend in Peekskill. The first-ever “Mutts on the Mountain” race is set for Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Blue Mountain Reservation. Sponsoring the event -- the only timed trail race in the tristate area that permits people to run with their furry friends -- is the Westchester Parks Foundation. The 5K race includes 3.1 miles of trails to conquer. It features steep climbs, water crossings, rock scrambles and nearly 500 feet of elevation gain. Check-in is at 8 a.m. The race begins at 9:30 a.m. The L…

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by Carol Reif