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- Hochul Orders Firing of 14 Prison Workers After Fatal Attack on InmateVideo of the deadly assault on Robert L. Brooks was “horrific,” “disturbing” and “devastating,” a lawyer for his family said after they watched it.
- What a Photographer Saw in New York’s Migrant SheltersFor months, a photographer and a reporter documented what daily life was like for those living in hotels, tent facilities and former offices across the city.
- How So Many People Became Obsessed With Looking for Drones in the SkyThe first sighting was at a military site in New Jersey, then the phenomenon spread into neighboring states. Government assurances that most “drones” were not drones at all has not tamped down curiosity.
- A New Way to Shrink Class Sizes: Let Schools Take ChargeThis year, schools were encouraged to come up with their own plans to lower their class sizes and apply to the Department of Education for funding.
- Suspect in NYC Subway Fire Is Charged With Murder in Woman’s DeathThe man charged with murder in the woman’s death was identified by federal officials as a 33-year-old from Guatemala who was in the United States illegally.
- Yoshio Taniguchi, Architect for MoMA’s Expansion, Dies at 87He was a surprise choice for the ambitious project, but his design won praise as “drop-dead elegant.”
- Donor Expected to Admit to Making Illegal Contributions to AdamsFederal prosecutors said they planned to charge a businessman who has close ties to New York’s Turkish community with conspiracy to commit fraud.
- Steven Englander, Leader of an Outsider Art Outpost, Dies at 63As director of the fiercely independent cultural center ABC No Rio, he led the battle to halt its eviction and later raised money to build a new home for the organization.
- Albertine, New York's Most Charming French BookstoreAlbertine, in a Fifth Avenue mansion, is a portal to both Gilded Age New York and the Francophone world.
- Woman Dies After Being Set on Fire in Subway Car, Police SayThe police said a man was taken into custody. The victim had been seated in a subway car at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station on Sunday morning when a man set her on fire.
- Hochul Orders Firing of 14 Prison Workers After Fatal Attack on Inmate
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Category Archives: Mount Kisco
GNC Tree Program and Arbor Day Celebration on April 13 (raindate April 14)
HONORING THE BEAUTY & WONDER OF TREES: THE GREENBURGH NATURE CENTER CELEBRATES ARBOR DAY! On Saturday, April 13 (raindate: Sunday, April 14th), the GNC will celebrate trees with a festival of fun and learning for families and all those who … Continue reading
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Using GPS technology in Land Stewardship
Join the Pound Ridge Land Conservancy on a walk through the beautiful Armstrong Preserve and see how they use Global Positioning System (GPS) technology to map features on their property.  Handheld GPS units use satellites in orbit to identify their exact … Continue reading
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Weekly Dharma Gathering – Bedford Presbyterian Church
Weekly Dharma Gatherings purpose is to promote the teachings and meditation practices of the Kagyü and Nyingma lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. The Center hosts open meetings every Wednesday 7-9 PM at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, 44 Village Green, Bedford, NY … Continue reading
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Song Production Workshop with Noah Manheimer
Enchanted Garden Productions presents – Song Production Workshop with Noah Manheimer This is a program for artists, musicians, songwriters, producers and engineers of all levels. It is divided into three age groups: 10-12, teens, and adults. It is open to … Continue reading
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Winter Break Mini-Camps
 John Jay Homestead – “WINTER BREAK MINI-CAMPS” These are two hour drop-off programs for children ages five to ten that begins at 10 AM. Admission charge: $15 per child, $12 for Friends’ Members. Advance registration required. Please call 914-232-5651 ext. … Continue reading
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Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop â„¢
Date: November 23 – December 24, 2012 Location: McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center, 48 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT SANTA AND THE REINDEER ARRIVE: Friday, November 23 at approximately 2:00PM! Santa and his reindeer arrive down Greenwich Avenue to McArdle’s Florist … Continue reading
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Volunteer Appreciation Nights at Restaurants
Culinary Discounts for Your Good Deeds! Dozens of restaurants are doing their part to honor volunteers across the county by offering special discounts to anyone who volunteers their time to local or national organizations. View list of restaraunts here Bring … Continue reading
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Winter Wonderland – Enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family!
Come and be transported into a whole new world as the New Canaan Nature Center transforms into a Winter Wonderland filled with fun and exciting seasonal activities for the entire family. Come down the lane and enjoy the warm … Continue reading
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Peer2Peer Tutors Now Available – Unlock the Power of a Peer!
With parent-teacher conferences occurring and PSAT results coming in, there may be some families that can benefit from Peer2Peer Tutors. Peer2Peer is a helpful resource in a variety of situations — whether homework help or enrichment, as a supplement to … Continue reading
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Santa is Coming to the Bartlett Arboretum Tree Lighting!
Santa is Coming! Friday, December 7th 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Â Join us in the Silver Educational Center for an evening of Family Holiday Fun. The event will feature Photos with Santa*, our Tree Lighting and special Holiday Songs … Continue reading
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