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Coach Vin Savastano has impacted the lives of generations of athletes.

More than wins: ‘Coach Sav’ shares life lessons in new book

For more than three decades, Vin Savastano has taught young athletes how to succeed on and off the field.

Officials OK stop signs, adds road weight limit

The Yorktown Town Board approved new vehicle weight restrictions on a stretch of Granite Springs Road, authorized stop signs at three intersections and discussed plans for a full-service deli on East Main Street during a relatively brief work session Nov. 10.

Byrne approves 2027 Putnam County budget with $6.5M tax cut 

Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne has approved the county's 2027 budget, which includes a $6.5 million reduction in the property tax levy, while vetoing several amendments made by the County Legislature that he said could jeopardize the county's...

Police link alleged ‘quick-cash’ scam crew to 44 thefts

Quick-cash scams generally involve confusing or distracting a cashier during a cash transaction, often by repeatedly requesting different bills or changing the amount of money being exchanged.
Abby Mattielo

John Jay soccer's season ends with heartbreak in regionals

John Jay returned to Nyack High School to face West Islip in the regional final.
At the Schools
Celebrating our local scholars!
Many locals were recently recognized by their colleges and universities for academic achievement.
Lakeland Schools Superintendent Karen Gagliardi, co-salutatorian Matthew Hayes, valedictorian Cassidy Dineen-Herzog, co-salutatorian Alexander Ascanio and Interim Principal Alfonse Davino.
Meet the graduates setting the pace
Lakeland High School is celebrating its valedictorian and salutatorians.
Valedictorian Connor Sheldon and Salutatorian Scotty Evans
Top Tuskers! Sheldon and Evans lead Somers High School's Class of 2027
Somers High School has announced Connor Sheldon as valedictorian and Scott “Scotty” Evans as salutatorian of the Class of 2027.
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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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Waterview and Salem Hills launch 'Angel Tree' program

Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare are partnering with The Salvation Army for their 2026 Angel Tree program.

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....
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,...
Your Neighbor
Jo-Ann Sillik poses at the piano at her home

Jo-Ann Sillik finds purpose in music and community

Some Yorktown residents may know Jo-Ann Sillik as a familiar face at town board meetings or as an active member of Jefferson Village. But another side of Sillik can be found at the piano, where a lifelong love of music has carried her from childhood performances to decades of teaching and volunteering.

Partnership advances Shrub Oak roller rink redevelopment

Friends of Shrub Oak Rink announced a major step forward today in the multi-season revitalization of the outdoor recreational rink at Shrub Oak Memorial Park. With official project support from the Town of Yorktown, the community organization has...

Bedford honors those who served

Bedford paid tribute to residents who have accepted the call of America’s armed forces.
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
Things to do in Somers Nov. 14-21
Keep Somers Beautiful invites the community for a beautification event!
The Lewisboro Seniors are hosting their first annual Handmade Craft Sale on Saturday, Nov. 14
Things to do in Katonah-Lewisboro Nov. 14-21
The community can attend craft sales, line dancing, and Bark in the Park!
Village Hall Concerts presents The Norm Hathaway Big Band at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15, featuring swing era jazz from the Great American Songbook.
Things to do in North Salem Nov. 14-21
The community can attend Harvest Home and a concert by The Norm Hathaway Big Band!
Native american moccasins
Native American culture lives on in everyday words
During elementary school grades the study of Native American Tribes often becomes more prevalent in November preceding our Thanksgiving celebration.  Most people do not realize there are over 560 Native American tribes, with the Navajo, Cherokee and Sioux being the largest.
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
Sports

North Salem Varsity Roundup: Tigers headed for states

The Tigers defeated Riverhead Charter on Nov. 7 to claim the regional championship.
With the playoffs reaching their climax, the stakes couldn't be higher in Tiger town.
Maegan Brown

Somers volleyball falls to Rye in section title match

Somers squared off with the Garnets at the Westchester County Center on Nov. 8.

After historic Section 1 title, Mahopac falls in regional final

Nick Portanova (left) and Manny Mejia celebrate Portanova's first-half goal that lifted the top-seeded Wolf Pac to a 1-0 win over No. 2 Lakeland in the Section 1 Class AA championship final.
“Surreal” was the word tossed around most often Saturday, Oct. 31, as top-seeded Mahopac turned a Halloween afternoon into a historic celebration that lasted through the evening. By defeating second-seeded Lakeland, 1-0, the Wolf Pac banished...
Field Hockey
Seen here celebrating its Section 1 Class B title, Lakeland added to that by winning its Class B regional final against Manhasset 3-2 on Nov. 8 at Brewster High School. 

Lakeland wins regional title

Section 1 champion Lakeland continued its quest for a 14th state championship with a 3-2 victory against Section 8 champion Manhasset in a Class B regional championship game at Brewster High School Nov. 8. 

Mahopac takes third at league championships

In what coach Erica Burlenski dubbed "an exciting meet filled with first-place finishes, personal bests, and some incredible swims," the Mahopac-Putnam Valley-Carmel varsity swim team finished third while seeing two swimmers qualify for the state...

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Obituaries
Ded Nika Djonovic
Ded Nika Djonovic
He was a man of courage, loyalty, and uncommon generosity. A straight shooter, he was honest and genuine. People knew where they stood with him, and they knew he would be there when they needed him.
John T. O'Brien
John T. O'Brien
John T. O’Brien, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away on Noc. 8, 2026, at the age of 89, surrounded by love and holding the hand of his wife Karen of 57 years.
Eileen Ciffone
Longtime Yorktown resident, Eileen Ciffone, 83, passed away at her home on October 22, 2026. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, wife, auntie, and friend. Her loss is incalculable to her family. …

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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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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...
News and features from around the web
Traveling for the holidays? Here's how to save
Ally Financial reports tips for holiday travel budgeting: create an agenda, budget your stay, shop early for gifts, travel off-peak, go with a group, and consider travel insurance.
The Thanksgiving NFL archive: 5 statistical anomalies that defy decades of football logic
SBD reports on five Thanksgiving NFL statistical anomalies, highlighting remarkable performances, odd trends, and historical records from Turkey Day games.
The Thanksgiving NFL archive: 5 statistical anomalies that defy decades of football logic
SBD reports on five Thanksgiving NFL statistical anomalies, highlighting remarkable performances, odd trends, and historical records from Turkey Day games.
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.