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Video: Post-Scrimmage (8/23) Interview - SB Noah Short
NOT A SUBSCRIBER TO GBK? CLICK TO SEE WHAT YOU ARE MISSING!. Yesterday, the Black Knights posted their final scrimmage of fall camp, as they get ready for next week, which includes Monday & Tuesday practice sessions, along with Wednesday’s walkthrough and of course, Friday’s season opener versus visiting Lehigh.
Westport Country Playhouse Adds Laura Benanti To Talent Lineup For Annual Fundraiser
Westport Country Playhouse has announced that Tony Award winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti has been added to the talent lineup for the fundraising concert, “The Best Is Yet to Come,” on Saturday, September 14. She joins previously announced Academy Award winner F. Murray Abraham, who will host; Tony nominee Raúl Esparza; Tony nominee Norm Lewis; Tony Award winner Bonnie Milligan; Emmy and Tony Award winner Debra Monk; and Tony Award winner Lillias White. Emmy and Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth and Drama Desk Award-winning conductor and music director Mary-Mitchell Campbell will be saluted for their past work at the Playhouse, in addition to performing.
Former Plainfield mayoral candidate indicted on eight counts of election fraud
PLAINFIELD – A former city mayoral candidate has been indicted on charges of submitting hundreds of fraudulent voter registration applications to Union County election officials and then attempting to cover up his actions. Dr. Henrilynn Ibezim, 70, was indicted on eight counts – the second-degree crimes of election fraud and trafficking in personal identifying information pertaining to another person; the third-degree crimes of criminal attempt to commit false registration or transfer, tampering with public records or information,...
Break Out the Boots and CowpokeHats
Tuesday August 27th at 7 p.m. The Gazebo awaits at the Paradise Green. Come join us for a weeknight summer jam. Break out your dancing shoes!!! Line Dancing Expected!. Shot Down, a modern country party experience since 2016. Shot Down performs cutting edge tunes as well as all the standard country favorites.
2 killed in wrong-way crash on Henry Hudson Parkway in Manhattan, search on for runaway driver
Police are looking for the driver behind a fiery crash that turned deadly on the Henry Hudson Parkway early Saturday.Flames shot into the air along the roadway near 165th Street as traffic came to a standstill just before 2:30 a.m.Officials say the driver of a pickup truck was driving south in the northbound lanes when it hit a Dodge sedan.A 40-year-old man was taken to Harlem Hospital and a 38-year-old man was taken to Columbia Presbyterian Hospital.They had both been in the sedan and both were pronounced dead at the hospital.Two people inside the pickup truck ran from the scene.A...
Property Transfers August 5-9
WESTPORT–During the week of August 5-9, 14 properties traded hands for a total of $47.0 million, generating $118,000 in conveyance tax. One year ago, 14 properties changed hands for $27.8 million. 66 Beachside Avenue sold for $10,750,000. Seller: 66 Beachside LLC. Buyer: 66 Beachside Holdings Trust. 2 Owenoke Park...
Earn $500 In Air Fryer Infomercial Shooting In Fairfield
Producers are looking for 20 extras for a two-day shoot to taste food and interact with a celebrity chef and co-host on an infomercial for an air fryer, according to a listing. Extras should not have food allergies and must be over the of 18, according to the listing. The...
Stevia Leaf Extract Benefits: Lyme Disease Natural Treatment Guide Released
The newly published piece responds to new research from the University of New Haven that suggests Stevia may offer a more efficient treatment than traditional antibiotics in neutralizing Lyme disease. Conventional medications, the article explains, do not always lead to a full recovery, leading researchers to test natural alternatives. More...
Being Alone Together in Cunningham’s World
<First published online in the New York Times on December 8, 2008>. BEACON, N.Y.. “Love consists in this,” the poet Rilke wrote in a famous passage, “that two solitudes protect and touch and greet each other.” On Saturday and Sunday the choreographer Merce Cunningham’s two Events at Dia:Beacon began with multiple solitudes: all 14 of his dancers pacing around a huge L-shaped space (the audience sat on two outer sides of the L, facing a Sol LeWitt white sculpture on the inner side), all doing more or less the same steps but never at the same time and never making connections.
How new realtor compensation rules affect Westport home buyers, sellers
The way real estate agents are compensated is changing after litigation over the issue was settled recently, and although the immediate impact on the Westport and national markets is uncertain, local professionals are not overly concerned. In March, the National Association of Realtors reached an agreement to resolve a series...
School District Handbook for 2024-25 Includes New Conduct Guidelines Around Discipline
With students due to return to school on Monday, Aug. 26, the Wilton Public School district’s newly crafted Code of Conduct will now begin appearing in the student handbook of rights and responsibilities. Superintendent of Schools Kevin Smith said that, following “behavioral events of last year,” he had his...
Southport Wine Dinner Showcases Dalla Terra Wines
Slocum & Sons, in collaboration with Harry’s Wine & Liquor Market, hosted an Italian Summer Wine Dinner featuring wines from Dalla Terra Winery Direct at Blackstones Steakhouse in Southport on July 14. Kate Cassidy, Northeast Regional Manager, Dalla Terra Winery Direct; William Miller, Owner, Harry’s Wine & Liquor Market; and David Lemonnier, Wine Sales Consultant, Slocum & Sons, were on-site to present the featured wines to guests. Guests enjoyed a five-course meal prepared by the culinary team at Blackstones, each paired with a different wine from Dalla Terra Winery Direct, including Aia Vecchia Sor Ugo Bolgheri Superiore, Vietti Barolo Castiglione, Tenuta Sant’Antonio Nanfrè Valpolicella, Cleto Chiarli e Figli Vecchia Modena Premium Lambrusco, Almare Spritz and Enrico Serafino Grifo del Quartaro Gavi di Gavi. Dalla Terra Winery Direct is a leading importer of an iconic group of family-owned wineries and spirits producers in Italy.
Poughquag's Micah Beaudoin gets fifth in baton twirling world championships in Sweden
The nerves, and a bit of uneasiness, began creeping in during warmups when Micah Beaudoin gazed over at the competition. “I saw so many amazing twirlers doing hard tricks,” she admitted, “I got a little worried.” It wasn’t an unfamiliar feeling, or an unreasonable one, given the stage. ...
Vehicle goes up in flames
MAHOPAC – A late summer’s walk along the Putnam Bike Trail proved costly for a Mahopac family when their parked van caught fire and was destroyed. Friday’s incident occurred in the vicinity of Buckshollow Road in Mahopac. Calls to the Putnam 9-1-1 Center alerted Carmel Police and...
Drag race in Mahopac leads to arrest
MAHOPAC – Carmel Police Officer James Cook was at the right place at the right time when observing an alleged street race taking place in Mahopac. The time was 2 a.m. when the patrolman came upon the illegal activity at the intersection of Route 6 and Croton Falls Road.
Bicycle theft leads to arrest
PHILIPSTOWN – A Fishkill man faces felony charges of grand larceny for allegedly stealing a mountain bike valued at $2,900 from the North Highlands Town Park in Philipstown. Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville Friday announced the arrest of Roy Bishop, 61, in connection with the thievery that occurred on August 19.
Excitement Grows as Staples Prepares for the New School Year
While students enjoy their last week of vacation, administrators, teachers, and other staff members at Samuel Staples Elementary School are working overtime to prepare for the 2024-25 school year. Principal Kimberly Fox Santora is overseeing preparations, including the addition of a new assistant principal, new teachers, other new staff, renovations and curricula development.
19th Annual Latin Music Festival
(Rain date-September 22nd) Steps of Town Hall, 2725 Main Street, September 16, 9 AM. Presented by The Town of Stratford and the Stratford Hispanic Heritage Committee. Sponsored by the Stratford Economic and Community Development Commission, this celebration of Latin culture will showcase performances by notable Latin bands and professional folkloric dance groups. This year the festival welcomes the Emmy nominated performing troupe, Danza Fiesta. The festival will feature over 45 vendors, including food trucks, arts and crafts booths and community organizations. This year’s theme is Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together, which recognizes Hispanics/Latinos who have been trailblazers and game-changers and paving the way for future generations. The event is co-chaired by Gladys Ramos and Olga Pena. The festival kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month, which is celebrated from September 15th through October 15th.
Staples Class of ’25: Here’s your graduation date
WESTPORT — The Staples High School Class of 2025 won’t start their senior year until next Tuesday, Aug. 27, but their graduation date has been set. With six members present, the Board of Education voted unanimously Thursday to designate Wednesday, June 11, the date for next year’s graduation ceremony, with a rain date of June 12.
DI Women of Power 2024: Lauren Freer is Having Her Say in History
Last year, North Carolina racer Lauren Freer was busy making history at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in Norwalk. Racing in Super Comp and Super Gas, Freer became the 30th driver in NHRA history to double at a national event. She was also the first female driver to accomplish the feat.
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