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Back-to-School Celebration and Supply Drive, Danbury Fair, August 24
Danbury Fair is hosting Stock Up for Success: Back-to-School Teachers’ Supply Drive to help local teachers and their students start the 2024-2025 school year strong. We’re working with National Education Association Danbury to collect much-needed school supplies, so local teachers can stock their supply closets for a great back-to-school season.
Five City Employees Including Trio of Years of Service honorees to be Recognized by Council
A handful of city employees will be honored at Monday’s City Council meeting. Police Officers Austen Zorick and Clayton Bee will be recongized for their performance in the Derek Hotsinpiller Fallen Stars 5K in June where Bridgeport won the Top Cop Team Award. Also, a trio of Years of...
Women's Soccer Earns United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – The University of Bridgeport's women's soccer team has earned the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award for the 2023-24 school year, the organization announced earlier this month. In order to qualify, a team must have a minimum grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for...
Young Woman Found Dead In New Rochelle Residence
An investigation is underway after the suspicious death of young woman found inside a residence in Westchester. Click here for a new, updated story - Suspect Nabbed, Victim ID'd After Young Woman Found Dead In Hudson Valley ResidenceAt about 10:15 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24, police in New Rochell…
Oxford community brings businesses together to assist people affected by flooding
"I can't even thank everyone for the things they've done. It's just been incredible," said Elizabeth Tsimbidaros while fighting back tears. The resident from Southbury described what it was like to see the storm hit her neighborhood last week. "We ended up with water rushing in like a river and...
Arrest in burglary of memorabilia from St. Johns University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office
Police have arrested a man for stealing memorabilia from St. John's University basketball coach Rick Pitino's office in Queens.Emanuel Yakubov, 25, is charged with burglary and criminal trespassing.Police were still searching for a second suspect."St. John's University is grateful for the rapid response made by the NYPD and the recovery of stolen property. The safety and security of our campus community are essential, and our cooperative relationship with law enforcement helps ensure that," St. John's Spokesperson Brian Browne said.A basketball and bullhorn, worth about $375, a ceremonial sword and other items were taken during the Tuesday afternoon break-in on Goethals...
Ukrainian Independence Day marked with ceremony for third year in West Haven
PHOTO — West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer, holding sunflowers, stands with members of the Ukrainian American community, including advocacy Chair Ann Salemme of the Ukrainian National Women’s League of America Branch 108 of New Haven, third from left, and West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins, fourth from left, in front of City Hall on Friday, Aug. 23, in observance of Ukrainian Independence Day. (City Photo/Michael P. Walsh)
Parents in Oxford react to delayed start of school
OXFORD, Connecticut — An unexpected extension to summer for students in Oxford is throwing a wrench in parents’ plans. Next Wednesday was supposed to mark the first day of school for students in Oxford, but due to unsafe road conditions and minimal bus routes that date has been postponed.
Photo Gallery: Community unites for successful Stony Brook Mill Creek cleanup event
Second cleanup planned for August 28. On August 22, the Ward Melville Heritage Organization (WMHO) organized a creek cleanup event in response to the recent storm that caused significant damage to Harbor Road and the Mill Pond in Stony Brook. The event brought together over 70 dedicated volunteers from Stony Brook and surrounding areas to address the aftermath of the storm, including the removal of debris and dead fish from Mill Creek.
Army Dominates Day 1 of Armed Forces Men’s Rugby
GLENDALE, Colo. – — The 2024 Armed Forces Men’s Rugby championship began its first of three-day competition today with Army dominating and Air Force a close contender. Coast Guard opened the competition with a 28-17 win over Navy. Lt. Joseph Rizzardi of St. Petersburg, Florida scored two...
Preferred Equine Online to offer 31 lots on Monday
Briarcliff Manor, NY — Preferred Equine Online (PEO) has 31 entries to be offered on Monday (August 26), starting at 3:00 p.m. Broodmares, Yearlings, and racehorses make up the roster with many recent winners being offered. The strong draft of 3-year-old trotters includes Hip 18 Dejerate Hanover, a winner...
Oxford church provides sanctuary during Sunday's damaging storm
Providing refuge during an uncertain time. A local church in Oxford was a place of shelter for people stranded during Sunday’s storm. The pastor said providing a safe place is what they’re there for. Sunday’s storm in Oxford was a treacherous time for drivers. That included Reverend Karen...
Porch pirate from The Bronx, NY arrested by North Haven police; new iPad survives
NORTH HAVEN, Conn. — A man from The Bronx, N.Y. was arrested in North Haven on Thursday after allegedly trying to steal a package from a residence on Corey Road, the North Haven Police Department reports. Police say Heriberto Perez-Cabral ran from the scene after he was confronted by...
L.I. family says town is at fault after backyard collapsed during storms
PORT JEFFERSON STATION, N.Y. – Sunday's storm forced one Long Island family out of their home after their backyard collapsed. They believe the town is at fault and the whole disaster could have been prevented.Port Jefferson Station resident Steven Abrams said his entire backyard collapsed after Sunday's rain storm, but the erosion started back on July 13."Literal specks of dirt dripping down that hill, watching my property erode. And now it's all gone," Abrams said.Port Jefferson Station homeowner says he was told his property was fine before collapseThe married father of two said it all started with a breach of...
Girl Scout Troop 1343 gives time and talent to Paws of War
“I really like the feeling of helping people and making their lives better, like when we did the food drive for Paws of War.”. This assessment by Cecilia Schultz, part of Junior Girl Scout Troop 1343, encompasses the members’ ongoing experience of sustaining social works. Comprised of nine and ten year olds from Stony Brook and Setauket in the Three Village School District, Troop 1343 recently partnered with Nesconset-based animal rescue Paws of War that works with soldiers, veterans, and first responders.
Support Your Local Yonkers Business!
While our Neighborhood Stabilization Team was out in the 2nd Precinct today, they came by some friends selling lemonade and couldn’t resist!! We love the hustle on behalf of our younger generation, working hard on a hot summer afternoon and we were happy to support them. Thanks for the fresh cups guys!
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