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Cindy Capitani

Deputy Editor/Content Curator

ccapitani@dailyvoice.com

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Events
Learn About Lyme Disease At Beekman Library Learn About Lyme Disease At Beekman Library
Learn About Lyme Disease At Beekman Library BEEKMAN, N.Y. — A talk about lyme disease takes place 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14. at the Beekman Public Library. Dr. David Connell will lead a discussion, “Living With Lyme Disease,” also emphasizing how people can help their body fight off Lyme. Register online at the library’s website.  According to the Centers for Disease Control, 96 percent of confirmed Lyme disease cases in 2014 were reported from 14 states, New York among them. It's the fifth most common Nationally Notifiable disease. Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi and is transmitted to humans thro…

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by Cindy Capitani
News
Westchester Cycling Classes Offer Meaning Of Veterans Day Westchester Cycling Classes Offer Meaning Of Veterans Day
Westchester Cycling Classes Offer Meaning Of Veterans Day MAMARONECK, N.Y. — Karen Sconzo, an ardent supporter of veterans and the Wounded Warriors Foundation, once again held her Cycling for Veterans class at various Westchester Equinox locations. Inspired by her father, uncle and now her daughter, all who have served in the military, she runs the class to emphasize to her students why Veterans Day is an important holiday. “Veterans Day honors those who have served the cause of freedom and peace. It is also a day for the younger generation to recognize that peace is precious,” she said. Professor Douglas Gardner, Group Fitness Manager of Equi…

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Police & Fire
Ardsley Woman Who Failed To Use Turn Signal On Sprain Charged With DWI Ardsley Woman Who Failed To Use Turn Signal On Sprain Charged With DWI
Ardsley Woman Who Failed To Use Turn Signal On Sprain Charged With DWI GREENBURGH, N.Y. – Denise M. Apostle, 43, of Ardsley was charged with alleged drunk driving Nov. 7, police said. New York State Police from the Hawthorne barracks said troopers stopped Apostle’s 2013 Volvo traveling on the Sprain Brook Parkway for failing to utilize a directional signal. She also was allegedly found to be driving while intoxicated, police said. She was released on summonses pending a court appearance.

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News
Shelton History Center Seeks Help Fixing Damaged Collections Shelton History Center Seeks Help Fixing Damaged Collections
Shelton History Center Seeks Help Fixing Damaged Collections SHELTON, Conn. — The Brownson House at the Shelton History Center needs help after sustaining severe damage following an Oct 28 storm. High winds and heavy rain caused damage to the roof, which was already under repair, as well as to front ceilings and walls of the 193-year-old house. In addition, the main collection storeroom in the basement was damaged. School groups that were scheduled to participate in programs have been canceled. The buildings will be closed to visitors for the foreseeable future. The most delicate items in the collection at the Shelton Historical Society and the one…

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Schools
Port Chester Senior Wins State Hispanic Youth Award Port Chester Senior Wins State Hispanic Youth Award
Port Chester Senior Wins State Hispanic Youth Award PORT CHESTER, N.Y.— Port Chester High School senior Sofia Huyhua is the winner of the Hispanic Heritage Youth Award and will receive a 2015 Silver Award/New York Region in the Sports Category. The ceremony takes place Wednesday at Macy’s Herald Square in Manhattan.The Hispanic Heritage Foundation Youth Awards honor Latino high school seniors who excel in both the classroom and community.  In addition to her class work, Sofia is a member of the school's track and cross-country teams and is an Anthony Foust community service mentor. She also is active in the Spanish Club, the Italian Club an…

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Neighbors
Letter: Greenburgh Residents Must Bag Or Mulch Leaves Letter: Greenburgh Residents Must Bag Or Mulch Leaves
Letter: Greenburgh Residents Must Bag Or Mulch Leaves GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- Greenburgh Daily Voice accepts signed letters to the editor. Send signed letters to greenburgh@dailyvoice.com. To the editor: I was bicycling around town this weekend and saw some piles of leaves in different neighborhoods. A few years ago, the town modified its leaf policy. All leaves must be bagged. The better option: mulching leaves. It's easy and is actually better for your lawns. To learn more about mulching or composting check out this link prepared by the village of Irvington.  The link includes some videos and articles about the benefits of mulching your leave…

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by Paul Feiner, Town Supervisor
News
Computer Glitch At VA Leaves Combat Vets Without Healthcare Computer Glitch At VA Leaves Combat Vets Without Healthcare
Computer Glitch At VA Leaves Combat Vets Without Healthcare A computer glitch is causing more than 29,000 combat veterans to go without healthcare, the Huffington Post reports.  To get healthcare, most veterans — but never combat vets — must fill out a means test, which assesses household income. Since this document is missing from combat vets’ healthcare applications, they end up flagged as pending, according to the article. VA management says they first learned about the problem in April, however a program specialist at the VA's Health Eligibility Center said the agency has known about the issue for years, the article says. Check out the Huffing…

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Schools
Clarkstown HS's Vishal Mathew One Step Closer To Being Presidential Scholar Clarkstown HS's Vishal Mathew One Step Closer To Being Presidential Scholar
Clarkstown HS's Vishal Mathew One Step Closer To Being Presidential Scholar CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. — Clarkstown High School North senior Vishal Mathew could be among the elite 2015 Presidential Scholars, having advanced to the next round of the selection process. This invitation-only program was established in 1964 by President Lyndon Johnson and is one of the nation's top honors for high school students. About 4,000 students are invited to compete nationwide, based primarily on SAT and ACT scores. The students are then reviewed for additional academic achievements, leadership and service activities, and submitted essays. By the end of the selection process in April, abo…

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Neighbors
LaGrange Library Takes Google Cardboard Viewer For A Spin LaGrange Library Takes Google Cardboard Viewer For A Spin
LaGrange Library Takes Google Cardboard Viewer For A Spin LAGRANGE, N.Y. — Staff at LaGrange Library had a chance to try out Google Cardboard, a virtual reality platform used with a fold-out cardboard mount for a mobile phone. The New York Times on Sunday distributed complimentary Google Cardboard to digital and print subscribers, and the library reminded residents of the availability of this addition. The Times is promoting its recent smartphone app, NYT VR, which will feature editorial content produced with Vrse.. Anyone can can get Google Cardboard starting at no charge. See Google for more information. 

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News
Rain In Bergenfield Could Make For Damp Veterans Day Rain In Bergenfield Could Make For Damp Veterans Day
Rain In Bergenfield Could Make For Damp Veterans Day BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.. -- At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, Veterans Day is celebrated each year, come rain, sleet, snow or hail. Outdoor ceremonies around the Bergen County area will honor members of the armed forces who have died in the line of duty.  But on Wednesday, you'll want to bring an umbrella. Light rain is likely, mainly before 10 a.m., on Veterans Day. The high temperature will be in the mid 50s. Wednesday night will be mostly cloud with a low around 45.  Showers are likely Thursday with a high in the upper 50s. Chance of precipitation is 80 percent. New preci…

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