With the rising temperatures comes the return of outdoor pests — and as some of nature’s most deceptive critters, ticks can carry a multitude of diseases and health risks.While not all ticks can spread disease and not all bites will make you sick, it’s still important to learn how to properly protect yourself against bites because the diseases that ticks carry are becoming more and more ...

Craving some Southern-style soul food alongside some sugary sweet treats? Get your fill at the Sugar Shack, located at 250 Main Street in White Plains.Opened by restaurateur Odell Fincher in early March, the new eatery specializes in all things Southern: from classics like chicken and waffles to shrimp and grits, catfish, fried chicken and much more, Sugar Shack’s menu aims to please ...

A man from Mohegan Lake is facing charges after police say he stole and cashed a paycheck that did not belong to him.Yorktown Police say they responded to a Mohegan Lake residence on the report of a domestic dispute on Friday, May 3 around 1:30 p.m.Further investigation revealed that the victim allegedly had her paycheck stolen and cashed by a man later identified as 21-year-old Navit ...

It’s no secret that the number of online dating apps being developed has surged in recent years: Tinder, Match, Zoosk, Grindr, and plenty of other apps just like them are popping up everywhere these days.While the idea of forming a connection with someone you meet using a smartphone app may sound appealing, new studies have shown that the use of these apps doesn’t come without its fair ...

The Business Council of Westchester (BCW) celebrated visionary leadership at the 17th annual Business Hall of Fame Awards, which had more than 600 attendees.The program was held Tuesday, April 30 at the Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle. It honored a total of six people the BCW considers “visionary leaders” with business successes that have contributed to the overall “vitality” ...

A concert pianist living in Somers is preparing for a concert in Manhattan scheduled for later this month to celebrate the release of her debut album.ShiZ’ka Arkus, who hails from Japan, started her classical piano studies at the age of four. She has worked with a variety of renowned Japanese pianists including Toshimi Sakou, Keita Kosaka, Makoto Yamahata, and Mako Okamoto, helping her ...

As convenience and accessibility become increasingly prioritized among electronics developers, many are wondering just how much privacy consumers are willing to sacrifice in order to fully reap the benefits of new technology.This is particularly the case with Amazon and its Alexa technology. Experts are coming forward and raising valid concerns about how much personal and private data ...

It’s no secret that making an effort to travel and experience life in other places can have profound emotional and mental benefits.However, a brand-new study has shown that far too few Americans are traveling out of their home state.The study, which was conducted by market researchers OnePoll and commissioned by travel luggage provider Victorinox, was newly discussed on Forbes. It ...

A man from Westchester has been charged with strangulation and assault after police say he was involved in a physical dispute in Greenwich.Greenwich Police say 24-year-old Anthony Carrera of Port Chester appeared at Stamford Superior Court for a matter unrelated to this case on Wednesday, May 1.At this time, officers working with the Greenwich Police Department Warrants and Extraditions ...

A man from Westchester has been extradited to Greenwich on narcotics possession charges, according to police.Greenwich Police Department investigators say they responded to Downstate Correctional Facility (121 Red Schoolhouse Road in Fishkill, New York) on Tuesday, April 29 in order to take 29-year-old Vincent Chambless of Port Chester, New York into custody.Greenwich Police say they ...