Recent KPMG study and public comment reduces length of requested PILOT GOSHEN, N.Y. (Feb. 27, 2017) — Merlin Entertainments has announced it will seek a 20-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the proposed LEGOLAND® New York theme park. The 20-year PILOT agreement was suggested by the Orange County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments to seek a 20-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement for the proposed LEGOLAND® New York theme park”
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City School District of New Rochelle hires new director of technology
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – (Feb. 17, 2017) – The City School District of New Rochelle has appointed Michael A. Tromblee as the new director of technology. The Board of Education approved Tromblee’s appointment at its meeting last week. Tromblee previously served as the director of technology for the Pelham Union Free School District from 2011 … Continue reading “City School District of New Rochelle hires new director of technology”
Auditions for Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School to be held March 3 and 4 at Mount Vernon High School
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 17, 2017) – The Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School will host auditions for students entering the sixth to ninth grade in September 2017. The auditions are at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 3, and 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 4 at Mount Vernon High School. The auditions will … Continue reading “Auditions for Mount Vernon Performing and Visual Arts Magnet School to be held March 3 and 4 at Mount Vernon High School”
School District Graduation Rate Jumps 6 Percentage Points
Increase shows that the district and its students are advancing the mission of the 20/20 Vision, Superintendent Dr. Hamilton says MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 14, 2017) – The student graduation rate within the Mount Vernon City School District has grown an exceptional 6 percentage points in 2016. The New York State Education Department today announced … Continue reading “School District Graduation Rate Jumps 6 Percentage Points”
Mount Vernon City School District Hosts Parent Involvement Day
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 14, 2017) — The Mount Vernon City School District (MVCSD) hosted its annual Parent Involvement Day Monday. Schools opened their doors to parents to spend the day with their children and see how they learn in the classroom. “Bringing our district’s parents into the classrooms and having them engaged with their … Continue reading “Mount Vernon City School District Hosts Parent Involvement Day”
School District Honoring ‘National School Counseling Week’
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 9, 2017) – Mount Vernon City School District Superintendent Dr. Kenneth R. Hamilton signed a proclamation stating that the district will celebrate its school counselors during National School Counseling Week this week (Feb. 6-10). The proclamation states school counselors: • Are actively committed to helping students explore their abilities, strengths, interests … Continue reading “School District Honoring ‘National School Counseling Week’”
Merlin Entertainments Proposes Relocation and Reconfiguration of Exit 125 and New Bridge Over Route 17 to Provide Improved Access to Harriman Drive and LEGOLAND® New York
Plans respond to public comments GOSHEN, N.Y. (Feb. 6, 2017) – Merlin Entertainments plc today announced its intent to move forward with plans to relocate and reconfigure Exit 125, including building a bridge over Route 17 as part of its proposal for LEGOLAND® New York in Goshen. The plan would address concerns regarding traffic impacts … Continue reading “Merlin Entertainments Proposes Relocation and Reconfiguration of Exit 125 and New Bridge Over Route 17 to Provide Improved Access to Harriman Drive and LEGOLAND® New York”
Mount Vernon High School to host memorial basketball game in memory of Shamoya McKenzie this Friday, Feb. 3
All donations will be given to the McKenzie family MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 2, 2017) —- Mount Vernon High School will host a memorial varsity basketball doubleheader against Scarsdale High School this Friday, Feb. 3 in memory of Shamoya McKenzie, a Graham School eighth-grader who was killed by a stray bullet on New Year’s Eve. … Continue reading “Mount Vernon High School to host memorial basketball game in memory of Shamoya McKenzie this Friday, Feb. 3”
School District Holding Bond Refinement Community Meetings
MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. (Feb. 2, 2017) – The Mount Vernon City School District is hosting a series of community meetings to inform the public about the upcoming 20/20 Vision Bond Refinement Vote taking place on March 7, 2017. Public permission is required for the school district to modify the use of a portion of the … Continue reading “School District Holding Bond Refinement Community Meetings”
Glen Arden’s “Aging Loudly: Live the Life You Want” Workshop offers successful aging tips
GOSHEN, N.Y. (Feb. 1, 2017) — Guests at the Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community’s recent “Aging Loudly: Live the Life You Want” workshop were reminded that successful aging is about having purpose and meaning in one’s life. The program was the latest in a series of workshops and lectures reinforcing Glen Arden’s commitment to … Continue reading “Glen Arden’s “Aging Loudly: Live the Life You Want” Workshop offers successful aging tips”
New Rochelle Board of Education opposes DeVos confirmation
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (Jan. 27, 2017) – At a special meeting Friday, Jan. 27, the Board of Education passed a resolution opposing the confirmation of Betsy DeVos as Secretary of Education of the United States. The resolution reads, “… until such time as the Trump administration presents a formal vision for the future of public … Continue reading “New Rochelle Board of Education opposes DeVos confirmation”
New Rochelle High School to hold active shooter drill this Friday, Jan. 27
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (Jan, 26, 2017) – New Rochelle High School faculty and staff will participate in an active shooter drill this Friday, Jan. 27 at 1:30 p.m. within the school building. Students will not be part of this drill and will not be in the building. Friday is a half-day session due to New … Continue reading “New Rochelle High School to hold active shooter drill this Friday, Jan. 27”
Jefferson Elementary hosts Sen. Latimer inauguration
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. (Jan, 25, 2017) – Jefferson Elementary School fifth-graders got to see an inauguration ceremony Wednesday when Sen. George Latimer came to visit. Latimer was re-elected to a third term with the New York State Senate in the fall election. Principal Kimmerly Nieves started the ceremonies by explaining to the students how a … Continue reading “Jefferson Elementary hosts Sen. Latimer inauguration”
New and Remodeled Stores Usher in New Year at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
CENTRAL VALLEY, N.Y. (Jan. 24, 2017) — Woodbury Common Premium Outlets is ushering in the new year with a fresh new look, which includes six stores that will re-open after remodeling their interiors as part of the recent multimillion dollar redevelopment at Woodbury Common. These include the high-end French retailer Givenchy; Bally, the maker of … Continue reading “New and Remodeled Stores Usher in New Year at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets”
Former Poughkeepsie Journal publisher to manage Focus Media’s push into Dutchess County
GOSHEN, N.Y. (Jan. 24, 2017) – Focus Media, the largest and award-winning full-service public relations and marketing firm in the Hudson Valley, is proud to announce that Barry Rothfeld, the former president and publisher of the Poughkeepsie Journal, is managing business development on its behalf in Dutchess County. Focus Media continues to grow in Dutchess … Continue reading “Former Poughkeepsie Journal publisher to manage Focus Media’s push into Dutchess County”
Orange County, N.Y. is a Romantic Destination for Couples
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a February weekend getaway in the Hudson Valley. ORANGE COUNTY, N.Y. (January 20, 2017) – Sharing an exciting experience in a fresh environment is as romantic as it gets. This February, couples can satisfy their desire for quality time together with a trip to Orange County. A variety of planned events … Continue reading “Orange County, N.Y. is a Romantic Destination for Couples”
COMMUNITY LEADERS HONORED AT 7TH ANNUAL LEADERSHIP DAY AWARDS CEREMONY
Event celebrates individuals who make the Village of Walden a better place to live, work, and volunteer Walden, NY – On Thursday, January 12, the Village of Walden recognized local community leaders at its 7th Annual Leadership Day Awards Ceremony. Over 75 community members gathered at Municipal Hall to celebrate the honorees and their commitment … Continue reading “COMMUNITY LEADERS HONORED AT 7TH ANNUAL LEADERSHIP DAY AWARDS CEREMONY”
Glen Arden’s “Dinner with the Doctor: Coming to Grips with Arthritis of the Hand” program reinforces its commitment to good health and wellness
GOSHEN, N.Y. (Jan. 17, 2017) — Guests at the Glen Arden Continuing Care Retirement Community’s recent “Dinner with the Doctor: Coming to Grips with Arthritis of the Hand” lecture came away with a better understanding of hand arthritis, including its signs and signals and when to seek medical help. Dr. Gina Del Savio, a member … Continue reading “Glen Arden’s “Dinner with the Doctor: Coming to Grips with Arthritis of the Hand” program reinforces its commitment to good health and wellness”