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Take dining to a new level at Hudson Valley Steakhouse

Whether it an intimate date night, gathering of a friends group, or business event, Hudson Valley Steakhouse is the kind of place that combines warmth and elegance. Located at 3360 Old Crompond Road in Yorktown Heights, the restaurant combines a...
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Lake George
Sometimes all it takes is a different view. A few hours from the Hudson Valley, Lake George, Lake Placid and Lake Champlain each offer a different summer experience.
Raise a glass to local favorites serving up creative cocktails and unbeatable happy hour specials.
"Every home is different, but kitchens continue to be one of the biggest selling features for buyers" - Marcie Nolletti, one of Westchester's leading real estate professionals.
Some of the best summer memories are the simplest: a day on the water, good company, and nowhere else to be. Mahopac Marina has been helping visitors and locals experience the best of Lake Mahopac for generations.
Experience the magic of live theater at The Schoolhouse Theater in North Salem, a beloved cultural destination that has earned a loyal following throughout the Hudson Valley. Known for presenting exceptional productions in an intimate setting, the...
The Somers Farmer’s Market at Honeybee Grove is the place to be on Sunday mornings.
The newly opened Bel Air Boutique in Baldwin Place
Bel Air Boutique has officially arrived in Baldwin Place—and it’s already redefining the local fashion scene.
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Whenever someone asks “What’s your favorite wine?” I like to think I can make an argument for exactly what’s in my glass. Whatever it is. And it often has nothing to do with what the wine tastes like.   Truth is, people get hooked on a...

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Corinne Stanton at Westchester House & Home in Mt. Kisco

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Food & Drinks

Given the chance, these wines just might win your palate

No matter what else happens this summer, we’ll always have the Knicks. Here are some wines that, while perhaps not quite as thrilling, are true over-achievers, ready to have you cheering.

At Tengda Asian Bistro, dinner becomes less about playing it safe and more about exploring flavors.

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Home & Garden
Sunrise Carpentry: Over 30 years of raising the standard
Sunrise Carpentry remains one of the most sought-after remodeling companies across Westchester, Putnam, and Fairfield counties.
Westchester House & Home
This autumn, Westchester House & Home (WHH) in Mount Kisco, welcomes a season of warmth, texture, and abundant inspiration. The home furnishing showroom brings everything under one roof for stylish living, complemented by Allen Carpet...
Mahopac Railroad Tie’s decking solutions
Mahopac Railroad Tie, located in the heart of Mahopac, is a trusted destination for homeowners and contractors seeking top-tier materials for all outdoor construction and decking projects. With …
Quality you can drive on
With winter and brutal weather finally behind us, now is the perfect time to give your driveway a well-deserved facelift.
Buccheri & Home Services by LBR
Buccheri and Home Services by LBR: More than plumbing
In an industry often defined by pipes, pressure, and problem-solving, Buccheri (now part of Home Services by LBR) stands apart by focusing on something deeper: people.
Health & Wellness
When feeling "Off" may be more than just stress
Many women expect menopause to bring hot flashes. What often catches them by surprise is everything else.
The heart behind Caring Hearts and Hands
Caring Hearts and Hands LLC can be a valuable option and reassuring presence when dependable care is needed most.
Keeping eyes healthy: Why annual ophthalmologist exams matter
Yearly eye exams at Pham Eye go beyond correcting vision.
Anabelle Tolentino Faria, founder of Hello Belly
Hello Belly: A concierge-style pregnancy support for area women
Women don’t have to feel alone in their pregnancy and delivery journey—and Hello Belly is here to make sure they don’t.
Erica Broderick and her staff at The Wig Outlet
The Wig Outlet: Where self-love begins this Valentine’s Day
Celebrate self-love and confidence at The Wig Outlet in Hartsdale, NY—a boutique where beauty is deeply personal.
Seniors
Alan D. Feller, ESQ
Estate planning for empty nesters like me
I have been writing about estate planning milestones for so many years, I almost forgot to memorialize my own entry to the empty nest club. There was no formal ceremony. A quick hug and kiss, followed by a slow walk to the SUV, and a few minutes...
Senior living at The Osborn 
For more than a century, The Osborn in Rye has been helping older adults embrace retirement with confidence through a full continuum of senior living and care on one picturesque campus.
Alan D. Feller, ESQ
Real planning for real people
Over the last twenty years, as housing, living and educational expenses have exploded, estate planning has evolved to take a more nuanced view on distributions. 
Lauren Enea
'Happily Ever After' begins with an estate plan
Recently, I was fortunate enough to visit Disney World with close friends, my husband and two children (ages 5 and 3), and though I REALLY tried not to think about work, I couldn’t help but imagine what a masterful estate planner Walt Disney would...
Grandchildren, trusts and gifts
The Feller Group, P.C., can help families plan legacies thoughtfully, protecting both assets and loved ones.
Alan Feller, Esq., The Feller Group, P.C. 
Top 10 myths about wills, trusts and probate — Busted
When it comes to estate planning, misinformation can lead to costly and stressful mistakes. At The Feller Group, these are some of the most common myths we hear from seniors and families—let’s clear them up. Myth #1: “I don’t need a will...
Preplanning for peace of mind
Yorktown Funeral Home, a family-owned establishment in Shrub Oak, remains a trusted source of comfort and support for families during their time of loss. Committed to providing dignified, professional, and highly personalized services, the funeral...
Summer Camps
Summer Trails Day Camp
Summer Trails offers an eight-week traditional day camp in Somers and welcomes children ages 3–15 to a vibrant 20-acre campus designed for exploration and growth.
Kiwi Country Day Camp
Kiwi Country Day Camp (KCDC) offers a wide range of engaging activities for children aged 3 to 15.
Summer Camp at Pine Grove
Pine Grove offers an enriching summer camp experience tailored for children aged 3 to 12.
Pied Piper Summer Camp
The Pied Piper School offers a nurturing, play-based summer experience for children ages 18 months through elementary school.
Women In Business
Jill DiCairano
Phat Olive: From around the world to Katonah
Phat Olive is more than a shop — it’s a flavorful journey around the world, right here in Katonah, with online shopping available anytime.
Editor's Pick: Bel Air Boutique
If Boho chic is your vibe—or you’re ready to make it your vibe—Bel Air Boutique is your new go-to. This Baldwin Place gem is big on style.
Somers General Store: Stepping up as a go-to gift destination
Somers General Store (SGS) is reintroducing itself as a gift store hub for Somers, Yorktown, Mahopac, and Katonah and other surrounding towns.
Shop local with Cuddle Me Close Crochet
Cuddle Me Close Crochet is a women-owned small business founded by Kaitlyn Nutt, who combines creativity and craftsmanship to celebrate the timeless art of crochet. Her online boutique features beautifully crafted blankets, hats, scarves, baby...
Spa & Beauty
Krystin Higgins, owner of Blush & Bronze

Flawless is the vibe

Personalized aesthetics at Lavish in Mt.Kisco

Rejuvenate at Yorktown's Angelface Day Spa
Erica Broderick and her staff at The Wig Outlet

The Wig Outlet: Where self-love begins this Valentine’s Day

Bové Spa in Somers
Community
Defined by financial clarity and community service
Schneider Financial Group is known not only for financial expertise, but for a legacy built on service.
Keeping the love of music alive at Putnam Music Center
Putnam Music Center in Mahopac is where a lifelong love of music begins—and continues to grow. A true community hub for music education, PMC offers a myriad of lessons for students of all ages and skill levels. From guitar, piano, drums,...
The train and railroad in Yorktown Heights.
The railroad beneath our feet
If you've ever walked, run, or biked along the North County Trailway in Yorktown, you may already know that it follows the route of a former railroad. For others, it may come as a surprise that this popular trail was once a busy railroad line.
Amawalk Nursery’s tree empire
The world's largest big-tree nursery once operated right here in Amawalk on the border of Somers and Yorktown.
The Massaro House (A Frank Llyod Wright design house) on Petra Island, Lake Mahopac
The Massaro House on Petra Island, Mahopac
Perched on Petra Island, a private island on Lake Mahopac, the Massaro House is a striking residence based on Frank Lloyd Wright’s original drawings.
In our towns
Putnam Youth Bureau seeks nominees for youth awards 
The Putnam County Youth Bureau is seeking nominations for young volunteers and adult mentors to be honored at the 42nd annual Youth Awards Dinner next spring.  The Youth Bureau, in partnership with the Putnam County Youth Board, is accepting...
Community Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m on Saturday, Oct. 17.
Golden’s Bridge Fire Department Community Day set for Oct. 17
The Golden’s Bridge Fire Department is kicking it up a notch for its 10th annual Community Day!
Update: Reported gas leak forces elementary students to evacuate
An apparent gas line break caused by nearby construction forced the evacuation of students from Mount Kisco Elementary School and the Hillside Program on Green Street, according to Bedford Central School District officials. The students were bused...
The event on Oct. 17 will honor the memory of Amy, Molly, and Gregory Perez
‘We’re keeping their memories alive’: 15 years after tragedy in Cross River, a legacy of hope remains
Fifteen years after the deaths of Amy Perez and her two young children, friends and members of the community who knew the Cross River family are coming together to honor their memories and help create a safer, more hopeful future for...
The new track at Somers High School was an integral part of the district's $63.9 million capital improvements project.
Phase 1 of revamp at Somers schools nears completion
The first phase of the Somers school district’s three-part $63.9 million capital improvements project is nearing completion.
News and features from around the web
Former Tosa cop Mensah given $95,000 in PTSD claim
The Wauwatosa Common Council approved a $95,000 settlement on Tuesday night for Joseph Mensah, the former Wauwatosa police officer who killed three people while on duty during his five years on the force. The settlement stemmed from a workers compensation claim for PTSD.  The city said that Mensah filed the claim a few years ago, […]
Thousands of immigrants in Maryland to lose Medicaid coverage under H.R. 1
Treatments for cancer, diabetes and other conditions could be disrupted for up to 4,500 Maryland residents who will no longer qualify for Medicaid under a federal rule that takes effect Thursday that will disqualify people for Medicaid based on immigration status.
AG report details decades of abuse at Fall River, Springfield, Worcester dioceses
The attorney general called for the Legislature to strengthen remedies for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and revealed that she is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse.
California restricts parole for sex offenders after near-release of 2 convicted of molestation
People convicted of serious sex offenses must serve at least 25 years in prison and cannot receive parole until age 65 under a new California. Previously, some could earn parole at 50.
Why creatine deserves a place in your routine
(BPT) - By Lauren Manaker, MS, RDN, LDAs a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist navigating perimenopause, I'm always thinking about how to best support my body and mind as I age. I'm also selective …
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