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Beloved Mom, Yonkers Native Dies At 45: 'Heart Bigger Than The Moon'
A much-loved mother from Northern Westchester is being remembered as a selfless, delightful person who was always ready to spend her time helping others.
Thornwood resident Christina Nassar died on Saturday, Oct. 28 at the age of 45, according to her obituary.
Born in 1978, Nassar was raised in Yonkers before eventually marrying Kal Nassar in 2007 and moving with him to Thornwood. There, they welcomed their three children, Nicole, Christopher, and Joseph.
Those who knew Nassar knew that she was a deeply caring mother who always went out of her way for others, especiall…
Family Of Student At Prestigious Westchester School Who Died By Suicide Considers Legal Action
The family of an Italian teen who was a student at a prestigious New York academy has issued a statement following his death by suicide after allegedly being placed in isolation.
The incident took place in Westchester County around 9:30 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 17 at the EF Academy in Thornwood, according to Chief Paul J. Oliva, of the Mount Pleasant Police.
When police responded to a call of a suicidal person, Claudio Mandia, age 17, of Salerno, Italy, was found dead in a room at EF Academy on the eve of his 18th birthday, Oliva said.
He died from hanging, Oliva said.
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Risotto, Newly Renovated Thornwood Restaurant, Offers Indoor, Outdoor Dining
Risotto Italian Restaurant & Bar, located at 788 Commerce Street, has served as an Italian favorite in Thornwood for nearly a decade.
However, the establishment recently underwent a massive interior transformation, thanks to Kevin Oliveros, who took over operations about six months ago.
Oliveros is also known for his Ossining eatery, Brothers Fish & Chips.
Risotto is described as a cozy trattoria serving an array of risottos as well as other Italian specialties like pizza, pasta and more. The eatery now offers a classic and modern aesthetic with a bar and outdoor patio.
Each risot…
