Month: September 2016

Developers will be able to begin construction on Harrison’s first multi-family development in the town’s special business district known as the “Platinum Mile,” following issuance of a special exemption use permit by the town board. The public hearing is scheduled for Sept. 1, after press time. Photo/Franco Fino
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Platinum Mile offices set for possible transformation

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he first mixed-use development proposed for the town/village of Harrison’s “Platinum Mile” to replace an old office complex at 103-105 Corporate Park Drive will reverse a downward trend in generated revenue and spark more business expansion, town officials say. Normandy Real Estate Partners and Toll Brothers, a publicly owned home […]

Town seeks to amend replacement of trees law
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Town seeks to amend replacement of trees law

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Harrison town board is seeking to amend a law that allows individuals to remove and not replace trees in an effort to address the concerns of residents and property owners, according to the mayor. The law currently mandates property owners to submit plans showing the removal and replacement of […]

Massive fish kills seen in Mamaroneck Harbor
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Massive fish kills seen in Mamaroneck Harbor

Over the past few weeks, hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore in Mamaroneck Harbor and the surrounding waterfronts, raising water safety concerns amongst beachgoers. However, in a statement emailed to residents and business owners on Aug. 29 in response to numerous inquiries, the village of Mamaroneck attempted to squelch […]

A ‘game’ of great importance
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A ‘game’ of great importance

For as many times as Harrison and Rye have met on the gridiron, “The Game” has rarely—if ever—felt inconsequential. Even in seasons where one side’s playoff hopes have already been dashed, the mere thought of potentially playing spoiler to their rivals has been enough to spur the underdogs to victories—and […]

Panthers top Huskies
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Panthers top Huskies

[dropcap]O[/dropcap]n Sept. 2, the boys’ soccer season kicked off with a spirited contest between Harrison and Rye Neck, as the Panthers topped the Huskies 2-1 in a thriller at Rye Neck High School. But although Rye Neck edged the visitors in the opener on Friday, the future looks bright for […]