Month: November 2024

Northwell Health Eye Institute launches in Harrison
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Northwell Health Eye Institute launches in Harrison

Northwell Health has opened a new ophthalmology practice, Northwell Health Eye Institute, Wachenheim Center at Harrison, with the help of a generous $2.5 million gift from philanthropists and local residents Sue and Ed Wachenheim. The project, totaling $3.3 million, spans more than 6,200 square feet of space dedicated to delivering […]

Playland announces Black Friday deal for 2025 season
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Playland announces Black Friday deal for 2025 season

As the holiday season quickly approaches, Playland, the iconic amusement park and family destination in Westchester County, announces a limited-time 50% off Black Friday sale for 2025 all-access season passes. From Friday, Nov. 29 to Sunday, Dec. 1, guests can purchase a season pass for just $74.99, offering the opportunity […]

Annual Rye Spelling Bee celebrates local talent
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Annual Rye Spelling Bee celebrates local talent

On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, the Rye Free Reading Room hosted its Seventh Annual Spelling Bee. Library Director Chris Shoemaker welcomed twelve enthusiastic middle and high school students who arrived ready to test their spelling skills and compete for top scholarship prizes. Rye patrons and sisters, Cara Giacomo and […]

Open fire ban issued for county parks
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Open fire ban issued for county parks

Due to the dry conditions an open fire ban has been issued for Westchester County Parks effective immediately. The wooded environment in the parks, including camping sites and remote areas have an increased risk of fire due to the significant shortage of rainfall this season. While this ban is in […]

Polar Plunge returns to Playland
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Polar Plunge returns to Playland

Polar Plunge, hosted by Special Olympics New York, is set to make a returning splash toPlayland Beach on Saturday, Nov. 9, at 11:30 a.m. Approximately 1,000+ from all over Westchester County, including local law enforcement, firefighters, families, local high school groups and many other members of the community will come […]