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'American Idol' Finalist To Teach Westchester's Next Generation Of Singers CROTON-ON-HUDSON, N.Y. – He made his name famous on “American Idol,” has performed in famed concert halls and earned Tony nominations for his work on Broadway. Now, Constantine Maroulis is to bring his talent and knowledge to The Cortlandt School of Performing Arts. Known a the “handsome Rock n’ Roll guy,” from season 4 of “American Idol,” Maroulis has toured on the “American Idol Live Tour,” and played lead roles in Broadway productions like “The Wedding Singer” and “Rock of Ages.” On Jan. 28, he will lead a four-hour class, instructing hopeful entertainers on topics like auditioning, pro…

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

Schools

Tappan Zee Teen Named South Orangetown Rotary Student Of The Month ORANGETOWN, N.Y. – A Tappan Zee High School honor student active in Pep Band, the drama ensemble and a host of other activities has been named the South Orangetown Rotary Student of the Month. Ryan Fallon, who has participated in the past seven drama ensemble productions, is in being honored for the month of December, according to a statement from the school district. Additionally, he is working toward becoming an Eagle Scout and has completed his required community project – the installation of a professional-grade welcome sign, flower bed and picnic tables at his high school, according to…

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

Lifestyle

Sheeba Is The SPCA Of Westchester's Pet Of The Week BRIARCLIFF MANOR, N.Y. -- A 4-year-old shepherd mix is the SPCA of Westchester's Pet of the Week. Sheeba is said to be "friendly and full of personality," according to the SPCA. A smart dog, she does well with training and would do best in a home where her brain will be challenged, according to the SPCA. Despite her intelligence, Sheeba does not get along with all dogs and would do best in a home with older children who are at least 12, according to the SPCA. "Sheeba is a great dog who will make one home very lucky," the SPCA said in a statement. Anyone interested in …

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

Events

First Sunday Bird Walks At Mamaroneck's Harbor Island Park MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- The Marine Education Center at Harbor Island Park and the village's Committee for the Environment will be offering First Sunday Bird Walks through the month of April. The next event is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 8, according to organizers. The group intends to meet at The Marine Education Center at Harbor Island Park, which is located in the building on the left just past the park's entrance booth, according to organizers. From there, the group will walk through Harbor Island while "birding," according to organizers, who said a second location in …

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

Neighbors

Harrison's Pet Rescue Issues New Year's 'Pupdate' On Its 2016 Successes HARRISON, N.Y. – Pet Rescue of Harrison took a moment this New Year to reflect on its successes in 2016. In a “New Year’s Pupdate,” the nonprofit described several instances in the past year where it made a difference in the lives of animals. One of the more visible achievements in 2016 involved Clinton Kelly, star of ABC’s “The Chew.” In December, the Pet Rescue collected $15,000 in donations, which were then matched by Kelly, who also made over several of the animals. Much of the money will ultimately be used to further the Pet Rescue’s mission, which in 2016 had a significant impact am…

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

Schools

Three Fox Lane H.S. Students Win Awards In New York Times Contest BEDFORD, N.Y. -- Three Fox Lane High School students were recently recognized for their success in The New York Times Student Review Contest. Kate Patalino was named a runner up for her review, "Uber Car Services," according to a statement from the high school. Students Jean Cambareri and Josh Karas each received honorable mention for their respective song reviews of Childish Gambino's "Me and Your Mama," and Kanye West's "Saint Pablo." All three of the 16 year olds are students in the AP Language and Composition class of Fox Lane teacher Peter Rodrigues, acco…

by James O'Rourke

01/06/2017

News

Carlucci Calls On Thruway Authority To Honor Promise Of TZB Toll Hearings NYACK, N.Y. -- State Sen. David Carlucci joined a host of locals on the Tappan Zee Bridge viewing platform Wednesday to call for the creation of a toll Task Force and for hearings to discuss a resident toll discount program. According to a statement from Carlucci's office, the state senator has pushed for a number of cost-saving measures for Tappan Zee commuters, including a toll freeze lasting until 2020. In a March 30 letter responding to Carlucci's requests, The state Thruway Authority promised to convene a Task Force before the end of fiscal year 2016-2017. According to the letter, the…

by James O'Rourke

01/05/2017

Schools

Proposed Transgender Rights Policy Moves Forward In Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. – A controversial policy proposal protecting the rights of transgender teens in Hackensack’s public schools has taken a step toward becoming official district practice, NorthJersey.com reports. The first of two readings of the policy, which includes protections for students who have not yet come out to their parents, was approved by the school district’s Board of Education last week, the article says. NorthJersey.com reports that the protections were added to the policy after a review from the civil rights organization, Garden State Equality. The plan addresses rules for b…

by James O'Rourke

01/05/2017

Police & Fire

Millbrook Nysp: Man Crashes Stolen Van, Uses Counterfeit Money For Bail MILLBROOK, N.Y. – A Bridgeport, Conn., man is accused of stealing a motorcycle before crashing a stolen van into a police cruiser while leading officers on a car chase on the Taconic State Parkway, according to state police in Millbrook. State police troopers and East Fishkill police officers arrested Jaquan R. Rosado, 24, on Monday night after he ran from the driver’s seat of a white Econoline van near Todd Hill Road, according to state police. Earlier in the evening, troopers had tried to pull Rosado over on the parkway near Arthursburg Road to investigate his suspected involvement in the…

by James O'Rourke

01/05/2017

Lifestyle

Band Together To Play Fundraiser For Stratford's Sterling House STRATFORD, Conn. -- A concert to benefit the Sterling House Community Center is expected to feature some of the best musicians in the area, according to event organizers. "Rock the House," a tribute to the rock n' roll of the 1960s and 1970s, is scheduled for Jan. 28 at the Downtown Cabaret Theater in Bridgeport, according to Patty Calabrese, special events coordinator for Sterling House. Among the acts expected to play is Band Together, a group of top Connecticut-based musicians who perform together to raise money for worthwhile causes, Calabrese said. "If you love classic …

by James O'Rourke

01/05/2017

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