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James J. O'Brien Jr., 58, Lifelong North Arlington Resident James J. O'Brien Jr., 58, Lifelong North Arlington Resident James J. O'Brien Jr., 58, Lifelong North Arlington Resident
James J. O'Brien Jr., 58, Lifelong North Arlington Resident NORTH ARLINGTON, N.J. -- James J. O'Brien Jr. of North Arlington died Sunday, Nov. 8. He was 58. O’Brien was the son of the late James and Irene O’Brien (nee Fremgem). Born in Jersey City, he was a lifelong resident of North Arlington. He worked as a warehouse supervisor for the Kraft Food Corp. in North Bergen, Farmland Dairies in Wallington and the Performance Food Group in Elizabeth. He is survived by his wife, Linda A.(nee Ferrante); his children, James T. and Tiffany Lynn; his sisters, Mary Boguszewicz, Josephine Nese and Irene McCann; his brother, Patrick; and several nieces and nep…
Mahopac Library Features High School Students' Artwork Mahopac Library Features High School Students' Artwork Mahopac Library Features High School Students' Artwork
Mahopac Library Features High School Students' Artwork MAHOPIC, N.Y. -- Exhibits of artwork by Mahopic High School art students are on display throughout November at the young artists gallery in the Mahopic Public Library. The first exhibit, installed by art teacher Laura Bianco, features a series of landscape paintings; the other, comprised of both paintings and drawings, features a series of still lifes. The students featured in the two shows are Alexa Alebrande, Joseph Arroyo, Allison Cuomo, Katelin Crowley, Jennifer Conde, Alana Green, Jazlyn Inoa, Alyssa Kirby, Angela Nessel, Emily Park, Tara Polshinski, Beth Schum, Sarah Valdes, James Val…
Piedmont Bluz Performs At Hyde Park Free Library Piedmont Bluz Performs At Hyde Park Free Library Piedmont Bluz Performs At Hyde Park Free Library
Piedmont Bluz Performs At Hyde Park Free Library HYDE PARK N.Y. -- Acoustic blues duo Piedmont Bluz will perform at the Hyde Park Free Library on Sunday, at 2 p.m.The show marks the first occasion the duo, comprised of guitarist Valerie Turner and her husband, percussionist Ben Turner, have ever played at the Free Library. Suggested minimum donation for the concert is $10. To see a video of the duo performing, click here.
Three Teens Charged With Robbery In East Fishkill Three Teens Charged With Robbery In East Fishkill Three Teens Charged With Robbery In East Fishkill
Three Teens Charged With Robbery In East Fishkill EAST FISHKILL, N.Y. -- East Fishkill detectives have charged three teens with robbery, officials report. Officers responded to a report of a teen who was assaulted and robbed of his cell phone and watch outside his residence in Wiccopee at about 8:00 p.m. on Nov. 2, according to police. The teen was able to provide the name of one of the suspects, police report. Two 17-year-old Fishkill teens were arrested and charged with second-degree robbery, a felony, as well as conspiracy and attempted assault, both misdemeanors, on November 5, police report. Both 17-year-olds were arraigned and rel…
Englewood Cliffs Girls' Basketball Program Now Taking Registrations Englewood Cliffs Girls' Basketball Program Now Taking Registrations Englewood Cliffs Girls' Basketball Program Now Taking Registrations
Englewood Cliffs Girls' Basketball Program Now Taking Registrations ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. – The Englewood Cliffs girls' basketball program is about to start another season. Registration for the program is now open for the following sections: third- and fourth-graders, fifth- and sixth-graders and seventh- and eighth-graders. The registration deadline is Nov. 19. Parents can drop off their children's forms at Borough Hall, 482 Hudson Terrace, Englewood Cliffs. The participation fee is $110 per player. Cash or check are acceptable forms of payment. Parents can make their checks out to the Borough of Englewood Cliffs. For additional information, plea…
Church, College Sponsor Mount Vernon Discussion On Racism Church, College Sponsor Mount Vernon Discussion On Racism Church, College Sponsor Mount Vernon Discussion On Racism
Church, College Sponsor Mount Vernon Discussion On Racism MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Local leaders will convene on Wednesday, at 6:30 p.m.. for an interactive presentation and discussion on the topic of racism. The free event, entitled “Racism in the 21st Century: How Does It Look and Where Do We Go from Here?,” is being held at the Unity Baptist Tabernacle Church, 101 South Second Ave. in Mount Vernon. The church is co-sponsoring the forum with the African studies program of Manhattanville College in Purchase. “In the 21st century racism is a real disease that continues to affect us all,” said James E. Jones, associate professor of World Religions …
Westlake Wildcats Win Class B Title In Defensive Battle With Nanuet Westlake Wildcats Win Class B Title In Defensive Battle With Nanuet Westlake Wildcats Win Class B Title In Defensive Battle With Nanuet
Westlake Wildcats Win Class B Title In Defensive Battle With Nanuet VALHALLA, N.Y. -- In a battle of defenses, the Westlake Wildcats shut out top-ranked Nanuet, 6-0, to win the Class B football championship Saturday, Nov. 7, at Somers High School. The game's only scoring came on two field goals by senior Michael Love. Greg Alfieri made the game-ending tackle for Westlake with 14 seconds left and Nanuet on the Wildcats' 3-yard-line. The win marked the Wildcats' first Class B title since 1983. Westlake advances to the regional playoffs at 1:30 p.m. Saturday against Marlboro at Sleepy Hollow High School. Admission is $9 or $5 for children under 12 and s…
Jersey Mike's Celebrates New Westport Site With Special Olympics Fundraiser Jersey Mike's Celebrates New Westport Site With Special Olympics Fundraiser Jersey Mike's Celebrates New Westport Site With Special Olympics Fundraiser
Jersey Mike's Celebrates New Westport Site With Special Olympics Fundraiser WESTPORT, Conn. -- Jersey Mike’s Subs will open a new franchise Wednesday in Westport and will be celebrating with a fundraising event for charity. Franchise owner Brian Kelley of Paradigm Investments, along with operating partner Troy Davidson, will have a free sub fundraiser from Wednesday through Sunday to support Special Olympics Connecticut. The new restaurant, in Compo Acres Shopping Center at 390 Post Road E., is circulating 10,000 coupons throughout the community offering a free regular sub for a minimum $1 contribution to the charity. Customers must have a coupon to be eligible. …
Mount Vernon Board of Education Meeting Mount Vernon Board of Education Meeting Mount Vernon Board of Education Meeting
Mount Vernon Board of Education Meeting MOUNT. VERNON, N.Y. -- The Mount Vernon Board of Education is meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at The Education Center, 165 N. Columbus Ave. An opportunity for public comment will be provided. Members of the public wishing to address the board must sign up with the district clerk by 4 p.m. You may sign up by phone at (914) 665-5235, e-mail at [email protected] or in person. To see the complete agenda for the meeting, click here.
Explore The Night Sky At New Rochelle HS Planetarium Explore The Night Sky At New Rochelle HS Planetarium Explore The Night Sky At New Rochelle HS Planetarium
Explore The Night Sky At New Rochelle HS Planetarium NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- New Rochelle High School's planetarium is hosting an evening under the stars on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m.The featured presentation at the free event, "Legends of the Night Sky -- Orion," examines the constellation, including stories and legends about the famous hunter. In addition, the conjunction of Venus, Jupiter and Mars will still be visible, along with the emergence of some of the bright stars of winter. The doors to the planetarium will open at 6:45 p.m. for the event. Shows begin promptly, and no one can be admitted once the doors close. For fu…
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