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Ed Lachterman

Lachterman poised to win Yorktown supervisor race

Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman appeared poised to win another term Saturday morning, holding a 955-vote lead over challenger Jann Mirchandani in the race for town supervisor, according to unofficial results posted by the Westchester County Board of Elections.

Scorrano and Arena elected in Somers

After several days of waiting, the Republican incumbents in Somers were re-elected.

Somers readies for Veterans Day parade and ceremony

Somers will honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces with its annual Veterans Day parade and ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Proposed cell tower sparks debate in Lewisboro

More than half the meeting devoted to the ongoing discussion of a new cellular tower.

Nearly 27,000 emergency ballots scanned in Westchester

Nearly 27,000 emergency ballots cast during Tuesday’s election have been scanned in Westchester County as election officials continue processing votes following widespread ballot-scanning problems on Election Day.
At the Schools
SuperBrady conducts question-and-answer session with students at West Patent Elementary School.
Superhero Lands at West Patent Elementary to Speak About the Power of Inclusion
West Patent Elementary School got a visit from a very special superhero recently — who was there to deliver a very special message. “I remember this!” one student said with a grin as she caught sight of SuperBrady McCarthy, an artist, author,...
Lakeland Central School District has appointed Gina Depperman as director of elementary curriculum, effective Nov. 2.
Depperman named elementary curriculum director
Lakeland Central School District has appointed Gina Depperman as director of elementary curriculum, effective Nov. 2.
Celebrating our local scholars!
Many locals were recently recognized by their colleges and universities for academic achievement.
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A Revolutionary War Mystery Comes to Yorktown: Why Was General Rochambeau Arrested?
What was a celebrated French general, instrumental in America’s victory in the Revolutionary War, doing in Yorktown, New York, in 1782? And why was General Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, Comte de Rochambeau, arrested during his return visit? 
Yorktown community invited to witness Revolutionary War Trial of Major John André 
What happens when a British officer is accused of spying, an American general is exposed as a traitor, and the fate of a nation hangs in the balance? 
Slater hosts fourth annual Senior Resource Fair in Yorktown
Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) hosted his 4th Annual Senior Resource Fair in Yorktown at the Jefferson Village Community Center, bringing together local seniors, caregivers and families with organizations and service providers from across...
Justin Broughal, general manager of Goldfish Swim School Yorktown Heights; Angel Nazario, general manager of Goldfish Swim School New Rochelle; Gillian Graves, owner of Goldfish Swim Schools in Westchester County; Kerri Going, regional aquatics manager of Goldfish Swim Schools in Westchester County; Liz DeCecco, senior development associate at Blythedale Children’s Hospital; Kaity Ayuso, regional director of sales and marketing for Goldfish Swim Schools in Westchester County; and Bubbles, the Goldfish Swim Schools mascot.
Goldfish Swim Schools swim force swims 68.4 miles for Blythedale
Goldfish Swim Schools of Westchester’s Swim Force swimmers came together to make a difference for children at Blythedale Children’s Hospital through the team’s first-ever Swim Force Swimathon, swimming 4,931 laps to raise $700 in support of Blythedale.
Upper East Side Petals Expands Weekly Floral Programs for New York Offices, Hospitality Spaces and Private Residences
NEW YORK, August 31, 2026 — Upper East Side Petals is expanding the way New Yorkers use flowers beyond traditional birthdays and special occasions, with recurring floral programs designed for …
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March 1: Back with the Gorilla Pack powerlifting team

Powerlifter Erik Balogh nearly died in the OR. Ten months later he was back in competition

For powerlifter Erik Balogh, strength has taken on a whole new meaning. On Sept. 19, the 55-year-old Mahopac resident overcame enormous physical, mental and emotional barriers to return to competition in the sport he loves, successfully...

Cataract surgery: Choosing the right options for your eyes

One of the most common questions I hear is, “Doctor, if I need cataract surgery, what are my options?” Today, there are more choices than ever. During cataract surgery, your cloudy natural lens is replaced with an intraocular lens, or IOL....

Paddle for hope: Pickleball Barn tournament raises $2,800 for suicide prevention

The Pickleball Barn in Somers hosted its second annual Paddle for Hope tournament.
Briana Adams, Jesse Adams Sarnoff, Lawton Adams, and Nick Adams

Building on tradition in Somers: Lawton Adams opens new facility and looks to the future

For nearly nine decades, Lawton Adams Materials, Supplies, & Recycling has been a fixture in Somers.

Kindness blooms at The Flower Boutique

A simple gift of flowers became an opportunity to brighten someone else’s day at The Flower Boutique in Mahopac last Wednesday, when owner Karen Cilmi welcomed the community for the annual Petal It Forward event. Visitors to the shop, located at...

Networking in the cards at Paramount

Business connections were in the cards at the Somers Chamber of Commerce’s “Step Into My Crystal Ball” mixer on Oct. 14. Hosted by The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, the evening featured signature cocktails, light bites,...
COMMUNITY
Cub Scouts Pack 71 marches in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade.

Things to do in Mahopac

The Veterans Day Parade at the center of this week's activities, and the calendar includes a wide range of other community events. Veterans Day ParadeWednesday, Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m. Mahopac's Veterans Day Parade will step off following a 10 a.m....

Things to do in Bedford, Mt. Kisco & Pound Ridge

Veterans Day ceremonies, line dancing, music, are, and activities for people of all ages are on the calendar in Mount kisco-Bedford Times territory. Line DancingMonday, Nov. 9, 7-8 p.m. Donna and Catherine will lead a line dancing program for...

Westchester Book Festival returns to Katonah on Nov. 7

Following a sold-out inaugural event last year, the Westchester Book Festival will return Saturday, Nov. 7.
Opinion
Publisher's Memo
Brett Freeman

Different parties. The same scapegoat.

The MAGA coalition is dead. Before progressives celebrate, they should recognize that some of its worst elements have found common ground with them, and helped build the coalition that returned Democrats to power in Congress. Vice President J.D. Vance made that convergence clear in his Nov. 4 post-election assessment.

An endorsement of ideas

This election season, I want to endorse some ideas about governing and the qualities we should demand from the people we elect. Readers can decide which candidates meet those standards. Start at the town board level. I want someone who will read...

Who protects our children before help arrives?

Three children and a teacher went to an elementary school in Oregon on Oct. 15 and never came home. According to authorities, a 16-year-old gunman shot his way through locked doors at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend. Another child and...
Guest Opinion
Understanding the Basics of the Attorney-Client Relationship During An Estate or Elder Law Planning Consultation! All too often a senior client will be accompanied to a consultation appointment by one or two of their children or loved ones. While...
Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Having attended two of Congressman Lawler's "Town Halls" and noted his votes on critical issues facing our country, I feel qualified to say that I see him for what he is, dyed-in-the-wool MAGA, despite his claims that he "takes on"...
Dear Editor, Whether you’re a non-MAGA Republican, an independent, or a Democrat, this year’s congressional election is the most significant one in your lifetime. Elect Cait Conley and Democratic congressional leadership, and President Trump is...
Dear Editor, As a former oil and gas industry lobbyist, Mike Lawler is making climate change worse for all of us. The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) gave Mike Lawler a 17% lifetime score on environmental issues. Per the LCV, in the past four...
Arts & Entertainment
The Pappas family gathered at the show. From left are John, Shelley, Niko (who appears in one of the photos), Georgia, Lliana, Tino, Jackie, and Mike.
Photographers honored at Mt. Kisco exhibit
The Mount Kisco Public Library is hosting the 9th Annual Community Photo Exhibition, "The Nature, Culture, and People of Our Town," on display from October 3 through October 30, 2026
Things to do in Somers Nov. 10-14
The community will honor those who served on Veterans Day.
In honor of Veterans Day, Speeders Car Wash is offering free car washes to all veterans, active duty military personnel and first responders.
Things to do in Katonah-Lewisboro Nov. 10-14
Veterans, active duty military personnel and first responders can enjoy free car washes this week.
Things to do in North Salem Nov. 10-14
The community will honor those who served at a ceremony on Veterans Day.
Evelyn J. Mocbeichel stands on the gangplank of the USS The Sullivans.
A salute to our Veterans
This date is more than just a day off from work or school as it was established as a recognition of our American Veterans.
Sports

'We did it for him': John Jay football caps off season with win for Coach Connolly

Austin Schneider
John Jay took the field against Mount Vernon on Thursday, Nov. 5, at Contest Field with one major change on the sidelines.

North Salem XC shows out at section championship meet

The Tigers had a great showing at Bowdoin Park.
With the end of the season in sight, North Salem's cross country team was in fine form at Bowdoin Park on Nov. 7.

Three sports, one standout—Ryan LaRue shines

Three sport Mahopac star Ryan LaRue
It’s as familiar as an old shoe for Ryan LaRue. The Mahopac High School senior and three-sport captain trades football cleats for basketball sneakers, then swaps those for lacrosse cleats before doing it all over again, year after year. The...
Volleyball
Yorktown holds up the Section 1 Class AA championship trophy on Nov. 7 at the Westchester County Center. 

Yorktown goes back to back 

The Section 1 Class AA championship match came down to the final point of the decisive fifth set at the Westchester County Center Nov. 7.

Local trio qualifies for states 

The Lakeland/Panas boys and girls cross-country teams each placed ninth in Class A at the Section 1 championships Nov. 7 at Bowdoin Park in Wappingers Falls. The boys finished 18th overall, while the girls placed 24th overall.

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Obituaries
Cristian S. Martinez
Cristian Suna Martinez, of Katonah passed away on Tuesday, November 3.
Brooke Lynn Rossi
Brooke Lynn Rossi
It is with profound heartbreak and unimaginable sadness that we announce the passing of Brooke Lynn, a beautiful wife, devoted mother, loving daughter, cherished friend, and extraordinary educator, who passed away on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at the age of 45.
Josephine R. Puglia
Josephine R. Puglia
Josephine Rita (Pane) Puglia, formerly of Eastchester and Mohegan Lake, New York, died on Nov. 4, 2026, in the embrace of her family and the hands of God.

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Charities & Non-Profits
Bedford celebrates 10 years of community composting
491 tons of food scraps have been diverted from the waste stream and turned into compost for gardens, farms, parks and landscapes.
Share the WarmthMahopac Library is accepting donations of hats, mittens, gloved and scarfs through Oct. 26. Visit Mahopac Library for more information. Putnam Arts Council Call for Entries The Putnam Arts Council is seeking artists for its...
A local organization dedicated to advancing the survival of a certain keystone species is finally going to have a bigger pawprint on the planet.
Wooffstock’s third annual pet adoption day in Pound Ridge was a howlin’ success. Most of the dogs – and all of the cats – found forever homes, said one of the event’s organizers, Nadine Ashby.
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SPOTLIGHT

Maid Brigade: What would you do with three extra hours?

I spend a lot of time talking about cleaning. But when someone hires us to clean their home, I don’t think cleaning is really what they’re buying. They’re buying Saturday morning. They’re buying the couple of hours they would have spent...

Things to do in Bedford, Mt. Kisco and Pound Ridge Oct. 17-24

From the Battle of White Plains to the latest Repair Café, a memoir workshop, classes and all kinds of kid-friendly activities, there's plenty to do in the local area this week and beyond. Pound Ridge OrganicsThe year-round indoor farmers market...

Forbes family brings businesses close to home

Before Somers became a business headquarters for the Forbes family, it was home. Whether it’s Tom and Tommy—the father-son team at the heart of T.W.F. Contracting—or Alycia, head of Tag Realty & Property Management LLC, the connection to the...

Bee & Jay Plumbing & Heating

For more than 60 years, Bee & Jay Plumbing & Heating  Corp. has served Hudson Valley homeowners, businesses, and municipalities with trusted plumbing and heating expertise. As temperatures drop, their experienced team is ready to...
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What research shows about studying techniques and recall
Quizlet reports that research shows self-testing improves memory retention more than rereading materials, despite students feeling more confident when rereading.
Money-saving energy tips to brave the cold months
Intuit TurboTax reports energy-saving tips for winter after Daylight Saving Time, including bundling up, using space heaters, and sealing drafts.
5 ways to manage minor aches and pains to keep running this fall
(BPT) - Fall is arguably one of the best seasons for running. The crisp, cool air brings runners a much-needed reprieve after a summer of sweaty miles and serves as a reminder to make the most of the …
4 retro-fueled room designs for fresh inspiration today
Houzz reports on four retro-inspired room designs blending past styles with modern touches, showcasing 1920s Art Deco, 1950s charm, 1960s Space Age, and vibrant 1990s aesthetics.
If you're going with a lower-cost health insurance plan, make sure to read the fine print.
Plans with cheaper premiums are risky business for Americans seeking lower healthcare costs
Some options that might look like health insurance actually aren’t – and they may leave you stranded with large, unexpected medical expenses.