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Holocaust survivors Ruth Rosenberg and Ingrid Kloke

Community gathers at Somers High School for Yom HaShoah remembrance ceremony

The Hudson Valley Human Rights and Holocaust Commission hosted a moving Yom HaShoah remembrance ceremony on April 13. more

By Tom Walogorsky | 4/21/26

Honeybee Grove’s Daffodil Day ushers in spring’s first colors

Honeybee Grove Flower Farm, a hidden floral paradise right here in Somers. more

By Vim Wilkinson | 4/21/26

Chris Becker’s “The Perfect Match: A Soccer Cinderella Story” is slated for publication this May.

Local teacher reimagines Cinderella in children’s book

“I care a lot about making sure all kids see themselves in books, because when they feel seen, everything changes,” Chris Becker told Yorktown News. more

By Rachel McCain

Contributing Writer | 4/21/26

Amine Medjahed speaks at the podium during the Carmel Town Board meeting April 15.

Mahopac scouts get firsthand look at local government

Scouts from Troop 1 Mahopac got an inside look at how local government works during a visit to Town Hall on April 15, part of their efforts to earn the Citizenship in the Community merit badge and advance in rank. The visit was arranged by... more

4/20/26

YAC President John Campobasso is flanked by (from left) Harrison Apar’s dad Bruce, Mom Elyse, sister Elissa and her fiancé Sean Kelly.

YAC opening day remembers Harrison Apar

Each spring, to mark the beginning of its baseball season, youth sports league Yorktown Athletic Club holds a pregame ceremony at a town ballfield named 23 years ago for Harrison Apar, who died in March 2003 from complications following his third... more

4/20/26

Sean Grady (André) and Gary Petagine (Arnold) bring a pivotal Revolutionary War conspiracy to life during “Rendezvous with Treason” at First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown on April 17.

History comes alive in Yorktown with ‘Rendezvous with Treason’

The past felt perilously close on April 17, as the story of Benedict Arnold and John André unfolded inside First Presbyterian Church of Yorktown — where whispers of treason seemed to echo once more in a town that once played a role in that very... more

By Jeffrey Merchan

Contributing Writer | 4/20/26

Proceeds from the inaugural event will go toward enrichment opportunities and special programs.

Engines and community shine at Somers Middle School car show

Classic cars, community spirit, and strong local support made the first-ever “Cruisin’ Into Spring” Car Show & Vendor Fair at Somers Middle School a resounding success. more

By Tom Walogorsky | 4/19/26

“Elva – Art of Redemption" will be screened at the Bedford Playhouse in June.

Faith meets film: Croton Falls pastors land roles in biopic

Have two leaders of North Salem’s faith community found their new callings? more

By Carol Reif | 4/18/26

Students bring toys to a local animal shelter.

Bedford Hills students' kindness campaign shows the power of service to others

Bedford Hills—The numbers are impressive: 263 pounds of food donated. Hundreds of messages of encouragement left for strangers. Dozens of care packages assembled for first responders. And 1,166 acts of kindness carried out by elementary school... more

By Mary Alice Franklin

For Bedford Hills Central School District | 4/17/26

Craig Charney and Rabbi Ben Newman (on guitar) &nbsp;

Immigration-themed Passover seder unites community around freedom and compassion

Ninety people of diverse ages and backgrounds gathered on April 2 at the Pleasantville Community Synagogue and Neighbors Link at Grace Episcopal Church in Ossining for an immigration-themed Passover seder led by Rabbi Shoshana Leis and Rabbi Ben... more

By Pamela Faith Lerman | 4/17/26

Somers Girl Scouts fundraise for Costa Rica adventure

A determined group of local Girl Scouts are partnering cookies and community. more

By Halston Media Staff | 4/17/26

Somers has once again been recognized by the Arbor Day Foundation.

Rooted in pride: Somers celebrates fifth year as 'Tree City USA'

Mother Nature has a true friend in Somers. more

By Carol Reif | 4/17/26

A proposal to install a memorial bench for fallen officer Michael Moore—who spent "countless hours" playing basketball at Sycamore Park with his sons—is gaining support.

Memorial bench proposed at Sycamore Park for fallen officer

A Mahopac family is seeking to honor the memory of a beloved local police officer who was killed by a drunk driver five years ago by donating a memorial bench at Sycamore Park, a place that held special meaning for him and his children. The... more

BY BOB DUMAS

Editor-at-Large | 4/16/26

St. John the Evangelist church leaders are hoping to add parking in and prevent what's been called a "free for all" on Westcott Drive.

St. John’s pitches parking expansion plan, town notes safety, traffic benefits

A proposal by St. John the Evangelist Church to construct a new 72-space parking lot drew generally favorable feedback from consultants and officials during an April 8 Planning Board meeting, with members pointing to improved traffic flow and... more

BY BOB DUMAS

Editor-at-Large | 4/16/26

Peter Avellino works to make a child's bike roadworthy at the Pound Ridge Repair Café.

The fix is in! Pound Ridge Repair Café gives beloved items new life

If there ever was a slogan for Pound Ridge’s latest “Repair Café,” it would be: Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without. more

By CAROL REIF

Staff Writer | 4/15/26

Allison Turcan, Tracy Racicot, and Lisa Zarkower with their proclamations at the Westchester County Department of Correction's Women's History Month celebration.

Somers’ Racicot honored for expanding education at Westchester County Jail

Somers’ Tracy Racicot was among three women honored by the Westchester County Department of Correction for bringing “support, hope, and healing." more

By Carol Reif | 4/15/26

Yorktown Garden Club member Patty Sheridan fills a bag with trash at the 2025 event.

Yorktown renames ‘Battle of Yorktown’ to honor Dan Strauss

The Town of Yorktown has renamed the Battle of Yorktown the Dan Strauss Memorial Battle of Yorktown, honoring his dedication to keeping the community clean. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 4/15/26

Executive Director of ASK Liz Talbert and Anne O'Neill, chairperson for social activities at Jefferson Village

ASK receives Jefferson Village donation

The Jefferson Owners Corporation of Jefferson Village presented the Alliance for Safe Kids with a donation on March 20 during the community’s monthly breakfast. more

4/14/26

The students from Cebe Don José de San Martín teach how to properly fold clothing.&nbsp;

Nicole Sibiski takes her advocacy to Peru

Through Keep Breathing Butterflies, Nicole Sibiski traveled to Cusco, Peru from March 27 through April 5 with a team of 13 volunteers on a service mission at ELIM Orphanage, a small, family-run home currently caring for 19 children ages 2 to 17. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 4/14/26

World War II veteran and Yorktown resident Nils Mockler — who will turn 100 April 26 — at the VFW on Monday, April 13, with Rep. Mike Lawler and Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins.

Yorktown WWII veteran Nils Mockler to turn 100

World War II veteran and Yorktown resident Nils Mockler celebrates his 100th birthday on April 26. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 4/14/26