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Congresswoman Lowey Explains Decision to Passs on Senate Seat
Ms. Lowey also shared her views on local economic conditions.
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Piles of Data: District Mining Info From Scores of Assessments
Mamaroneck is now able to learn more about student performance
- and learn it faster. Read more...
Larchmont Library Appoints a New Children’s Librarian
The new librarian was chosen for her energy, creativity - and adaptability.
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Local Farm Market Continues Indoors for the Winter
Many of the same vendors will participate. Read
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Wreaths Across America Returns to MHS
A crowd turned out as a convoy carrying wreaths to Arlington Cemetery
stopped at the Kemper Memorial. Read
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Documentaries Take Top Prizes at LMC-TV VideoFest
David Schwittek won the grand prize - an HD camera. Read
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Mamaroneck Priest Charged With Sexually Abusing A Woman
There may be other allegations against Father Richard Ordoñez,
a visiting priest at St. Vito's. Read
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Larchmont Scientist Earns Cancer Society Medal of Honor
Susan Band Horwitz was recognized for research on taxol, a drug
used to treat more than a million cancer patients. Read
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Urban Electronic Trombonist & Band Have Mam'k Roots
Now based in NYC, the musician known as Michna was recently featured
on NPR. Read more...
Record Number of Care Packages Going to Troops
Organizers estimated a 50% increase over last year's effort. Read
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Will My Salary Be Enough After A Move?
If you go from NY to DC, how far will your salary stretch? Career
Doctor Jacqueline Plumez advises...
Holiday Turns Tragic for Family With Larchmont Roots
A couple and their two young children were killed by carbon monoxide.
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Citizens & Police Come to Aid of Palmer Crash Victim
The ailing driver had driven into a utility pole. Read
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School Board Finalizes Bond, Focuses on Library Issues
Included in a $38M bond are work on boilers, windows and fields.
Also, portions of the libraries are severely outdated. Read
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Dine & Wine: Easy Applesauce
A food mill does the trick. Read
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Mamaroneck Fights Three Major House Fires in 18 Hours
Three homes sustained substantial damage, and one elderly homeowner
had to be rescued by ladder from a second story porch. Read
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Larchmonter Tapped To Head US Treasury
Also: A Larchmont Village trustee is on the Obama-Biden transition
team. Read more...
Businesses Partner With PTAs to Offer $20 Holiday Shop Card
The schools get all the proceeds; shoppers get the deals. Read
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Central's Thespians "Dream" With Joseph's Technicolor
Coat
Over 150 children were involved in the production. See
all the photos...
School Board Scales Back Bond Proposal to $38M
By a vote of 4-3, the board cut $3M from their previous plan. Read
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Nine Local Retailers Unite to Benefit Larchmont Charity
In return for a donation to Friends of the Family, the stores are
offering discounts. Read more...
Car Parked On Leaf Pile Bursts Into Flames
The owner lost a car; the community gained a valuable lesson. Read
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MHS Class of 2008: Where Are They Going?
It was a "tremendous" year for college acceptances. See
where the students are now...
Want a Copy of the Bird Inventory?
Click
here to read the September - October 2004 inventory of birds.
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Town Board Approves
2009 Budget with 2.4% Tax Increase
The tax increase for residents of the unincorporated area is the
smallest in many years. Read
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Next Act: Emelin Hires Exec Director, Goes Slow on Expansion
The near-term focus will be on "filling the house" with
programs the community wants. Read
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Last Minute Shopping Tips With LyndaLarch
Still struggling with your holiday shopping list? One Larchmont
shopping pro has plenty of ideas. Read
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And see last week's suggestions...
Chanukah Gets a Head Start at The Dreidl House
The holiday starts on Sunday night, but its been in full swing
for weeks in this unusual shop. Read
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"Golden" Bargains Abound as Jr. League Shop Re-Opens
Dec 19
Further discounts are being offered at the grand re-opening: Read
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Firefighters Battle Economy for Toy Drive & Dec 20 Santa Breakfast
Larchmonters are urged to donate unwrapped toys and turn out to
see Santa arrive in Flint Park. Read
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Fire Forces Evacuation of North Chatsworth Apartments
Over 40 residents of 21 North Chatsworth sheltered across the street.
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Manor Home Ransacked & Burglarized
Police suggested safety procedures for residents to follow. Read
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Deaths Spur Friends to Combat Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Free detectors to be given out at Larchmont Fire House. Read
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Over 500 Students Showcased as MHS Celebrates the
Arts
Arts curricula are teaching problem solving and other real world
skills. Read more...
Playaways at School Library Offer "Books Without Pages"
Tiny, high-tech, recorded books are increasing access and interest
in literature. Read
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Child Injures Himself With Handgun
A 10-year-old visitor to a Larchmont home found the weapon. Read
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Preliminary Budget Would Boost TOM Taxes 2.4%
The Town is tamping down expenses for this year and next. Read
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After Senate Race, Liz Feld Looks to Make Mark Here & in Albany
Larchmont's mayor says she will continue to push for reform in
Albany. Read
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Parents Invited to Learn About Help for Struggling Students
School officials and legal experts helped parents get up to speed
on Section 504 and RTI, shorthand for rules and programs to help
students succeed. Read
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Local Realtors Launch “Protect an Acre” Initiative
Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. has a new way to say thank
you to clients while helping save endangered rain forests. Read
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Same Robber Hits Larchmont, Thornwood TD Banks
Surveillance photos show the man slipping a note to the teller.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police. See
the photos & read more...
MORE COLUMNS:
TEEN HEALTH: Boys with Boobs? What is Going On?
Embarassing, yes, but more common and less serious than you think.
Dr. Ann Engelland offers advice...
Travel: New Year's Eve in Rio De Janeiro
There's still time to plan to be on the beach in your flip flops
when the fireworks go off. Read
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What's Larchmont Reading?
Kristinlavransdater by Sigrid Undset, immersed
one book club in medieval Norway. Read
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TECH TALK: Composting Is Easiest Way to Recycle
Even the laziest environmentalist can handle a compost bin. Read
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Food Q&A with Lauren: Peanut Butter Muffins
This recipe will "talk to the kid in you," Lauren
Groveman says...
EDITORIAL: Save Robo Calls for Emergencies
Have you been plagued with a rash of recorded messages reaching
your home phone? Read
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