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News from The Examiner, covering Armonk-North Castle, Briarcliff, Chappaqua-New Castle, Mount Kisco, Mount Pleasant, Pleasantville, Westchester County, NY.
By Lindsay Emery Even though the weather is getting cooler and people are gearing up to search for gifts for loved ones, holiday shopping is different this year because of the pandemic. Discomfort surrounding shopping indoors has forced retailers to
Read moreWestchester offers plenty of choices for early childhood and afterschool programs for working parents, but there’s a new option locally that parents of young children might find appealing. Lightbridge Academy, which was established more than 20 years ago in New
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New Castle Councilman Jason Lichtenthal resigned Tuesday from the Town Board after winning election to the seat just over a year ago. In a Facebook message to the community, Lichtenthal cited health concerns for his decision but did not elaborate
Read moreVillage Board colleagues of Mount Kisco Deputy Mayor Jean Farber paid tribute to her 10 years of service to municipal government, praising her efforts to elevate the arts and local historical society while always providing a voice of reason. Farber,
Read moreTwo Mount Kisco residents have asked the village Planning Board to issue a positive declaration for a proposed cell tower as attorneys for the applicant and board clashed over the issue of whether the tower can be sited elsewhere on the
Read moreBy Lindsay Emery The New Castle Town Board began internal discussions last week on the proposed Form Based Code, looking to work through some of the more contentious issues that have been raised by residents. Board members re-emphasized that the current
Read moreIf there was ever a time to pamper yourself or a loved one, it’s now. Following a year full of stress, panic and unease, Pleasantville-based business Beneboon offers unique, handpicked gift arrangements that provide pure indulgence. Founder and designer Maya
Read moreWith so many concerned about COVID-19, it might be easy to forget that it’s flu season. To ensure the community remains vigilant about their personal health, Westchester County will be hosting free flu vaccinations clinics at Phelps Hospital, located at
Read moreSome Pleasantville residents said they want officers to be more involved with the Black community, while others questioned the types of weapons in use during the village’s latest forum on police reform. Pleasantville High School graduates Milton and Ian Esliker,
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Exactly three weeks after Election Day, state Sen. Pete Harckham has secured his victory to continue serving the 40th Senate District for a second term. Following a controversial race, Harckham declared victory on Tuesday over Republican challenger and former Westchester
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