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Third-generation owner carries on family legacy

On Oct. 14, Assemblyman Matt Slater, who nominated the business, presented an Assembly proclamation recognizing Yorktown Tire Auto Care’s more than 55 years in business and its inclusion in New York state’s Historic Business Preservation Registry. The shop is the fourth Yorktown business to receive the designation.

North Salem Lions honor veterans with sweet treats

Members of the North Salem Lions Club gathered to fill special candy bags adorned with labels thanking veterans for their service and patriotism.

Carmel settles tax dispute with New York City 

The Carmel Town Board voted Oct. 7 to accept a settlement agreement resolving a series of lawsuits involving New York City and property tax assessments on city-owned land within the town.  The litigation involved challenges to assessments on...
Nick Adams, Briana Adams, Lawton Adams, and Jesse Adams Sarnoff

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.

UPDATE: Yorktown police log 76 e-bike complaints in 2026

Police Chief Justin Foley, Capt. Mark Rapisarda and Traffic Safety Unit officers Michael Uhl and Max Ellsworth, along with Jay Kopstein, a retired NYPD deputy chief and outspoken resident, joined the Town Board on Oct. 13 to discuss potential regulations and enforcement measures.
At the Schools
Yorktown High School, on Oct. 20, honored longtime teacher and counselor Albert Reid, who died Aug. 25, 2025, at age 87, with a memorial bench and plaque.
Memorial bench honors longtime educator
Yorktown High School, on Tuesday, honored longtime teacher and counselor Albert Reid, who died Aug. 25, 2025, at age 87, with a memorial bench and plaque.
Voters approved plans to turn long-closed Lewisboro Elementary School into a center for universal prekindergarten services.
KLSD voters give green light to Pre-K center at Lewisboro Elementary
Given a second chance, voters approved plans to turn long-closed Lewisboro Elementary School into a center for universal prekindergarten services.
Veterans carry the colors during the 2025 Mahopac Memorial Day Parade.
VFW invites local students to compete for national essay prizes, scholarships
The Veterans of Foreign Wars is inviting local middle and high school students to reflect on the lessons of military service and compete for national awards and scholarships through two annual essay competitions. VFW District 2, Department of New...

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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 …
Yorktown Grange Fair names 2026 blue ribbon winners
Amongst the most anticipated events of this year’s Yorktown Grange Fair were the Blue Ribbon Contests, a mainstay of the century-old Fair. 
Carla and Keyes perform “Common Sense,” a reference to Thomas Paine’s pamphlet on June 20.
‘This Man’s a Spy’ brings André-Arnold treason plot to life in Yorktown
What happens when one of America’s most celebrated Revolutionary War heroes becomes a traitor? 
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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.
Karen Cilmi, owner of The Flower Boutique in Mahopac, participated in the annual "Petal It Forward" event.

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,...

My bank does not like my Power of Attorney

The title of this article is a phrase I hear at least once a month. No further explanation is usually necessary. When the client calls come in, the Powers of Attorney in question are ones that we have prepared and ones that we did not. Banks...
People & Profiles
Pastor Dan with Pastor Tim Adams. Pastor Tim has been serving at Calvary Bible Church for 10 years and will be taking over Senior Pastor responsibilities. 

After 35 years, Pastor Dan says goodbye to Yorktown

His retirement this month will close a 35-year chapter at Calvary Bible Church, where he has watched a small congregation grow, change and rebuild; celebrated weddings; buried members of the church; and stood beside families through illness, loss and tragedy.

Rev Fest 250 to bring Revolutionary War history to life at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation

The free two-day festival will feature battle reenactments, historical demonstrations and live entertainment.

Yorktown Lions host annual Halloween parade and carnival

The Yorktown Lions hosted their annual Halloween Parade and Carnival on Oct. 17, bringing local families together for an afternoon of creative costumes, festive activities and Halloween fun.
Opinion
Publisher's Memo
Brett Freeman

What a can of Chef Boyardee taught me about politics...

Four years ago, I asked then-Congressman Sean Patrick Maloney a question about inflation during a video interview. I had no idea that his answer would become the most widely seen moment in Halston Media history. Maloney recalled that when money...

What about September 12th?

I was surprised by how emotional I became on the 25th anniversary of 9/11. Like so many Americans, I have my own memories of that day. Thankfully, I did not lose someone close to me. I cannot pretend that my experience compares with what so many...

The vacation we waited too long to take

After years of technological advancement, I am prepared to declare that humanity’s greatest invention is not the printing press, the automobile or the internet. It is the swim-up bar. We stayed for six nights at the Hilton Cancún Mar Caribe, an...
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, In his column ("Utility pricing needs more than a $200 Band-Aid," Oct. 1, Page 18), Sergio Esposito correctly states that there is a growing need for energy in New York’s future, and he wonders...
Dear Editor, We've got a small window before voting begins for job openings in our state and federal government. This election will mark whether people want the same inflation, corruption, lawlessness, and cruelty playing...
Dear Editor, As highway superintendents, our job is pretty straightforward: keep our roads safe, maintain the infrastructure our communities depend on and make every taxpayer dollar go as far as...
Arts & Entertainment
Learn Kayla’s tried-and-true system to help weekend planning be both intentional and stress-free. 
Hart Library Corner
Library Corner is submitted by the staff of the John C. Hart Memorial Library.
The Carmel Recreation & Parks Department and the Carmel Farmers’ Market will celebrate the final market of the season with a Community Day Spooktacular on Sunday, Oct. 18,
Things to do in Mahopac Oct. 17-24
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...
October is Fire Safety Month 
Fire!  This is a word that sends chills up your spine and is frightening to hear whether you are at home, work or staying at a hotel.  Since October is Fire Safety Month, the following tips are timely.
Play in a grand castle siege game against an army of undead skeletons at Somers Library!
Things to do in Somers Oct. 17-24
The community can attend a free Medicare seminar and fun events at Somers Library.
The Katonah Fire Department "Backyard Blaze" will feature firehouse chili, old trucks, beer and wine, and performances from School of Rock and Blame it on the Bourbon.
Things to do in Katonah-Lewisboro Oct. 17-24
The community can attend a pair of fun events at local firehouses!
Sports

John Jay field hockey builds momentum with win over Bronxville

Briar Cindrich
The Wolves battered the Broncos and looked to the postseason.

John Jay XC kicks into gear at Bowdoin Park

Maya Serai
John Jay traveled north to Bowdoin State Park on Saturday, Oct. 17.

North Salem soccer knocks off Nyack, readies for postseason

Boys soccer topped Nyack in their homecoming game on Oct. 19.
The Tigers are set to begin the playoff campaign and defend their state title.
Girls Soccer
Sienna Paldin

Paldin powers North Salem soccer as playoffs near

The Tigers are ready to make their postseason push!

Somers XC makes successful trek to Bowdoin Park

Somers traveled north to Bowdoin State Park on Oct. 17.

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Obituaries
Victoria A. Botte
Victoria A. Botte
Victoria A. Botte of Yorktown Heights, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, at the age of 87.
Carolyn Jean Moen
Carolyn Jean Moen
Carolyn J. Moen passed away on Oct. 19, 2026, in Cortlandt Manor, New York, at the age of 74.
Leslie U. Fernandez III
Leslie U. Fernandez III
Leslie "Les" Fernandez III, a beloved soul known for his quick wit, warm smile and generous spirit,passed away peacefully on Oct. 15, 2026, surrounded by his cherished family.

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Charities & Non-Profits
A howling new chapter for South Salem's Wolf Conservation Center
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.
United for the Troops (UFT), the local charity that sends care packages to American soldiers overseas, has found a new home in Mahopac—at least temporarily.
Service above self: Mount Kisco’s Anthony J. Monteleone is the very embodiment of that phrase, according to the folks who gathered recently to celebrate the 91-year-old community pillar.
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Peter Avellino works to make a child's bike roadworthy at the Pound Ridge Repair Café.

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...

Upgrading windows and doors with Sunrise Carpentry

For many homeowners, fall is the ideal time to tackle those long-delayed home projects and prepare for colder weather.
News and features from around the web
Scammers are finding new ways to target your phone. Here are 5 ways to protect yourself
Malwarebytes reports scammers are targeting mobile users with increasingly sophisticated scams.
Your 2026 tax return just got easier: Here's what's coming this filing season
(BPT) - Filing your taxes is never a top item on anyone's fun to-do list, but it's definitely a must, and can lead to a very welcome refund. The good news is, there's a new service that can help make …
Hit by an uninsured driver? What to know
TheZebra.com reports that 1 in 3 drivers are uninsured or underinsured, increasing financial risk for insured motorists in accidents. 
8 personal banking tasks you should automate to save time and money
Mercury reports on automating personal banking tasks to save time and money, highlighting eight tasks like automatic savings and payment setups.
How a smarter home can help families reclaim their time
(BPT) - It's a Thursday evening at home, and all you want to do is relax with your family. However, the mental list of possible to-dos stops you from being fully present with your loved ones. …