BRONXVILLE, NY – November 22, 2014 — Warning! You are now entering a zombie infection zone! Oh, and you are at the Bronxville Public Library! What? Who? Head of Youth Services, Erin Schirota, brought the inaugural “Zombies Survival Night” to the BPL on Friday, November 14th for a fun-filled, albeit scary evening of gameplay for teens in grades 6-12. The …
BREAKING NEWS: Yonkers Fire Department Among Those Sending Personnel to Buffalo By HEZI ARIS
YONKERS, NY — November 22, 2014 — The Yonkers Fire Department (YFD) has been requested by New York State to assist with building collapses in Buffalo due to the severe snowfall totals, the higher temperatures and impending rain forecast that are certain to create even greater hazards than experienced to date. As of now there are approximately 50 storm related collapses …
Dominicans Set to Become NYC¹s Biggest Latino Community According to New Study by Lehman Professor
THE BRONX, NY – November 20, 2014 — A new study by Distinguished Professor Laird W. Bergad concludes that if several trends continue, the Dominican population will soon surpass the population of Puerto Ricans living in New York City. This would make them the city’s largest Latino nationality. Prof. Bergard analyzed population data showing that this trend has already been …
Greyston President and CEO Steven Brown Steps Down
Steps Down After Nearly Two Decades with Organization to Pursue Other Opportunities YONKERS, NY – November 18, 2014 — After 10 years of dedicated service as President and CEO of Greyston, Steven Brown is stepping down to pursue other opportunities as of November 18, 2014. “I have been fortunate to lead the development and growth of Greyston as a Board Member and …
MAKE IT FUN! Will Your Thanksgiving Day Feast be Organized? Or Not? By PAM YOUNG
The following is an account of a SHE Thanksgiving Day (from experience) and a BO (Born Organized) one. I hope it makes you smile and plan ahead. Thanksgiving Holiday Feast Plans: Organized/Disorganized BO SCHEDULE 6:00 a.m. Exercise, shower, fix hair, put on make-up and dress in festive clothing. 7:30 a.m. Say prayers, read inspirational material. 8:00 a.m. Make bed, dress, …
People’s United Community Foundation Awards $39,500 to Nonprofit Organizations in New York
YONKERS, NY – November 13, 2014 — The People’s United Community Foundation, the philanthropic arm of People’s United Bank, honored its grant recipients during a recognition breakfast at the People’s United Bank Park Avenue branch, New York City, on Wednesday, October 29. For the third grant cycle of 2014, People’s United Community Foundation awarded $39,500 to eight New York nonprofit …
‘Tis the Season to Experience Holiday Cheer at Cross County Shopping Center
Santa’s Grand Arrival, Holiday Concerts and a DJ, Strolling Characters, Tree and Menorah Lightings, Shopping and More Highlighted YONKERS, NY — November 15, 2014 — Cross County Shopping Center in Yonkers invites local families and visitors from the region to experience the holidays in a magical setting. Starting Saturday, November 15, with a wide array of events and attractions scheduled through …
MAKE IT FUN! Do You Suffer from APM? By PAM YOUNG
After Party Meltdown APM is very common among young children. It can happen after a party, a special holiday or any overindulgence. I’ve seen it played out in all three of my kids and all 12 of our grandchildren. Child psychologists call it over stimulation. I remember being in the back seat of our Ford family car and coming home …
New Online Hiring Resource for Veterans Debuts
Eligible Veterans Can Submit Information for Temporary State Employment Consideration ALBANY, NY — November 10, 2014 — Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of a new online portal that will provide veterans the tools they need to connect with temporary employment opportunities offered by New York State. The website enables job seekers to upload resumes and designate geographic …