TUXEDO, N.Y. (May 17, 2016) —- Second-graders at George Grant Mason School visit different community venues throughout the year as part of the school’s ongoing outreach efforts. The most recent was a visit to the Tuxedo Town Hall. At the town hall, students held a mock trial in the court room and held an election … Continue reading “George Grant Mason second-graders learn about the community by visiting their workplaces”
Year: 2016
Mount Vernon City School District’s proposed $238.7 million budget goes before voters from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, May 17
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 16, 2016) – City residents will vote on the Mount Vernon City School District’s proposed $238.7 million budget for the 2016-2017 school year, which has a zero percent increase in the tax levy, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 17. There are also three trustee seats up for … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District’s proposed $238.7 million budget goes before voters from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, May 17”
Mount Vernon City School District to explain bond project application and bid process to contractors at chamber breakfast
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (May 13, 2016) – The Mount Vernon City School District will host a Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce breakfast where district officals will provide an overview of the application and bidding process for projects involving the school district’s recently passed $108 million bond to local contractors and businesses. The event is scheduled … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District to explain bond project application and bid process to contractors at chamber breakfast”
City School District of New Rochelle’s capital bond, budget votes are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, May 17
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (May 13, 2016) – New Rochelle residents will vote on Tuesday, May 17, on the City School District of New Rochelle’s $106.5 million capital improvement bond and proposed $253.7 million budget for the 2016-2017 school year. The budget calls for a 1.11 percent tax levy increase over the previous year. Polls will … Continue reading “City School District of New Rochelle’s capital bond, budget votes are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, May 17”
Five Firms Submit Proposals to Orange County IDA to Monitor Labor Policy Compliance
NEWBURGH, N.Y. (May 12, 2016) – The Orange County Industrial Development Agency (OCIDA) received five proposals from consultants seeking to provide labor monitoring services on construction projects receiving benefits from the agency. The opportunity for consultants to submit a proposal closed May 9. The OCIDA staff is conducting an expedited review of the proposals and … Continue reading “Five Firms Submit Proposals to Orange County IDA to Monitor Labor Policy Compliance”
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Rent the Runway Partner for Pop-Up Sample Sale
Unique event provides regional and local shoppers deep discounts on designer clothing and accessories Sale dates: May 19 to 22, May 26 to 30 and June 2 to 5 CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (May 12, 2016) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, a Simon Premium Outlet, and Rent the Runway, a fashion rental company offering … Continue reading “Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Rent the Runway Partner for Pop-Up Sample Sale”
All New Rochelle PTAs, Special Education PTA and PTA Council endorse the district’s $106.5 bond referendum
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (May 12, 2016) – The Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) at all City School District of New Rochelle schools as well as its Special Education PTA (SEPTA) and PTA Council have endorsed the district’s $106.5 million bond. The PTA units at each school have voiced their support of the bond, which will fund … Continue reading “All New Rochelle PTAs, Special Education PTA and PTA Council endorse the district’s $106.5 bond referendum”
Town of Liberty Beautification Movement Continues with Spring Litter Pluck
Joint effort from the Swan Lake Fire Department and Swan Lake Renaissance gets the job done. LIBERTY, N.Y. (May 11, 2016) – The Swan Lake Fire Department and Swan Lake Renaissance recently conducted a spring litter pluck. They were joined by Carlos Torres and his “Dose of Kindness” team made up of local adults and … Continue reading “Town of Liberty Beautification Movement Continues with Spring Litter Pluck”
Mount Vernon City School District Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton will present his State of the District Address.
WHAT: State of the District Address WHEN: Thursday, May 12, 6:30 p.m. (immediately preceding budget presentation) WHERE: Pennington Elementary School 20 Fairway Street Mount Vernon, New York Dr. Hamilton will review the district’s accomplishments over the last 12 months and preview how the district will continue to pursue its 20/20 academic vision for the future.
With a variety of challenging and scenic courses, Orange County, N.Y. is a golfers’ paradise
Spring is the perfect time to hit the beautiful Hudson Valley greens ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (May 10, 2016) – From seasoned golfers to those teeing off for the first time, anyone looking for a day on the links can find a course that’s right for them in Orange County this spring. Golfing is a great … Continue reading “With a variety of challenging and scenic courses, Orange County, N.Y. is a golfers’ paradise”
Three Luxury French Designer Clothing Retailers Open This Month at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
Catimini Paris, Sandro Paris and Maje Paris bring new high-quality children’s and women’s fashions to local, regional and international consumers CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (May 10, 2016) — The expansion of first-class shopping opportunities continues at the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, a Simon Premium Outlet, with the opening of a new French children’s clothing store … Continue reading “Three Luxury French Designer Clothing Retailers Open This Month at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets”
George F. Baker High School students help Tuxedo Park Tree Advisory Board to commemorate Arbor Day
TUXEDO, N.Y. (May 3, 2016) —- Students from the George F. Baker High School, along with music teacher Anissa Kurian, joined Tuxedo Park Mayor MaryJo Guinchard in a performance commemorating Arbor Day on April 30. The newly formed Tuxedo Park Tree Advisory Board organized the event to celebrate Arbor Day in the garden at the … Continue reading “George F. Baker High School students help Tuxedo Park Tree Advisory Board to commemorate Arbor Day”
ENJOY BRUNCH, SAVE A BUNCH AND DISCOVER THE PERFECT GIFT FOR MOM AT WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS
CENTRAL VALLEY, NY, May 2, 2016 – In celebration of Mother’s Day, guests of Simon’s Woodbury Common Premium Outlets can enjoy a day of fun, fashion and savings on Saturday, May 7. Beginning at 11 a.m., visitors can indulge in a savory complimentary brunch, which will be provided by Pret A Manger to the first … Continue reading “ENJOY BRUNCH, SAVE A BUNCH AND DISCOVER THE PERFECT GIFT FOR MOM AT WOODBURY COMMON PREMIUM OUTLETS”
Mount Vernon City School District’s ‘Mental Health Month’ initiatives designed to increase awareness of good health and wellness
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (April 29, 2016) – The Mount Vernon City School District Board of Education has unanimously approved a resolution proclaiming May to be Mental Health Month in the district. Additionally, the board also designated May 1 to 7 as Emotional Wellness Week with May 6 as Mind Wellness Day within the district. “The … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District’s ‘Mental Health Month’ initiatives designed to increase awareness of good health and wellness”
Award winning “Consider the Conversation” film, which focuses on addressing “end of life” issues, to be shown at Glen Arden on May 16
GOSHEN, N.Y. (April 27, 2016) — The Glen Arden Continuing Care Community and Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties are partnering to present the award winning film “Consider the Conversation,” on Monday, May 16 at 6 p.m. at Glen Arden in the Rhinebeck Room. This one hour presentation is intended to help start a community … Continue reading “Award winning “Consider the Conversation” film, which focuses on addressing “end of life” issues, to be shown at Glen Arden on May 16”
Mount Vernon Students Shine at Statewide Business Skills Competition
Senior Shadae Leslie will move on to the national level after earning a nearly perfect score for public speaking. MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (April 27, 2016) — Mount Vernon students made an impressive showing at the New York State Leadership Conference earlier this month. Their greatest achievement was by Mount Vernon High School student Shadae Leslie … Continue reading “Mount Vernon Students Shine at Statewide Business Skills Competition”
Rockland Community Foundation changes eligibility requirements allowing non-resident seventh and eighth-grade students to apply for academic scholarships to attend George F. Baker High School Tuxedo STEM Academy
TUXEDO, N.Y (April 26, 2016) — The Rockland Community Foundation has changed the eligibility requirements for the Tuxedo STEM academic scholarships it administers to now allow seventh- and eighth-grade students to apply to attend George F. Baker High School. The eligibility criteria change was approved by the foundation’s Board of Trustees on April 26. The … Continue reading “Rockland Community Foundation changes eligibility requirements allowing non-resident seventh and eighth-grade students to apply for academic scholarships to attend George F. Baker High School Tuxedo STEM Academy”
Rockland Community Foundation changes eligibility requirements allowing non-resident seventh and eighth-grade students to apply for academic scholarships to attend George F. Baker High School Tuxedo STEM Academy
TUXEDO, N.Y (April 26, 2016) — The Rockland Community Foundation has changed the eligibility requirements for the Tuxedo STEM academic scholarships it administers to now allow seventh- and eighth-grade students to apply to attend George F. Baker High School. The eligibility criteria change was approved by the foundation’s Board of Trustees on April 26. The … Continue reading “Rockland Community Foundation changes eligibility requirements allowing non-resident seventh and eighth-grade students to apply for academic scholarships to attend George F. Baker High School Tuxedo STEM Academy”