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Republican two-term incumbent Rep. Mike Lawler and Democratic challenger Cait Conley, pictured at their respective campaign events over the past year.

Lawler and Conley clash during televised NY-17 debate

The candidates fielded questions on issues ranging from the cost of living and Israel to data centers, including from Yorktown’s Tom and Jessica Gorman, who asked whether they supported reversing a state law affecting local cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 9/29/26

The favorite community tradition returned on Sept. 19.

Photo Gallery: Lewisboro Library Fair returns for 65th year

The Lewisboro Library Fair celebrated its 65th year on Saturday, Sept. 19, at Onatru Farm Park. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/29/26

Under the agreement, three members of the Westchester County Department of Public Safety will serve as SROs at Walter Panas High School, Lincoln-Titus Elementary School and Van Cortlandtville Elementary School beginning with the 2026-27 school year.

Lakeland formalizes five-year SRO agreements

With the academic year underway, the Lakeland Central School District has formally recognized five-year agreements with the Yorktown Police Department and Westchester County Department of Public Safety, keeping eight School Resource Officers in Lakeland schools through the 2030-31 school year. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 9/29/26

Lakeland projected to receive funding for 40 additional UPK seats

Lakeland is projected to receive funding for 40 additional Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) seats for the 2026-27 school year, according to Assemblyman Matt Slater’s office. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 9/29/26

The workshop will be held at June Cemetery on Oct. 3.

Grave matters: Preserving North Salem’s cemetery history

The North Salem Historical Society will be preserving history and honoring the past. more

By Carol Reif

Staff Writer | 9/28/26

An envisioned pre-K classroom, designed for “learning through play.”

As Lewisboro Elementary School vote nears, district looks to long-term finances

Finances in the Katonah-Lewisboro School District may soon be based on three-to-five-year calculations. more

By Tom Bartley

Contributing Writer | 9/28/26

TYathlon returns to Mahopac

The 14th annual TYathlon sprint triathlon and family-friendly 5K was held Saturday, Sept. 19, in and along Lake Mahopac. The event raises money for the Ty Louis Campbell Foundation, which funds research and clinical trials for aggressive childhood... more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/28/26

Lawler honors local veterans

Yorktown residents Alex Mandara and Frank Garcia were among several local veterans advocates honored by Rep. Mike Lawler at an event at Carmel Town Hall earlier this month for their leadership, service and dedication to the veteran community. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/28/26

Architect Samantha Fox and the Brewster Theater Compnay's Bob Dumont address the Planning Board.

Brewster Theater plan for Carmel Hamlet wins conditional approval

After months of reviews, variances and debate over where theatergoers will park, the Brewster Theater Company has received conditional site plan approval for its proposed new home at 69 Gleneida Ave. in Carmel. The Carmel Planning Board... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 9/28/26

Rev. Frank Hakoola gets the shovel in the dirt.

St. John’s Parish in South Salem breaks ground on new rectory

St. John’s Episcopal Parish at St. Paul’s Chapel marked a milestone on Sept. 19. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/28/26

Sen. Mark Kelly and Democratic candidate for New York’s 17th Congressional District Cait Conley talk with reporters after an event at Yorktown’s Albert A. Capellini Community &amp; Cultural Center on Sunday, Sept. 27.

Sen. Mark Kelly comes to Yorktown to campaign with Cait Conley

U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly joined Democratic congressional candidate Cait Conley and local supporters Sunday, Sept. 27, at the Albert A. Capellini Community & Cultural Center in Yorktown for a campaign event ahead of the Nov. 3 election. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 9/27/26

Manhunt leads to arrest in Purdys

A wooded area of North Salem was the scene of a brief manhunt after someone fled after being pulled over by police on Route 684 exit ramp on Thursday, Sept. 24. more

BY CAROL REIF

Staff Writer | 9/26/26

George Mezzone is surrounded by celebratory balloons for his surprise party at McDonalds.

Turning 100 with 'The Breakfast Club'

For George Mezzone, the morning of Sept. 10 started with a familiar ritual. more

BY KATE WATSON | 9/25/26

'Shred Day 'will have to wait a week

Carmel shred day rescheduled for Oct. 3 The Town of Carmel’s residential shred day has been postponed because of the impending storm and rescheduled for Saturday, Oct. 3. more

9/25/26

Mount Kisco’s Hispanic Heritage Festival returns on Oct. 3

Things to do in Mount Kisco, Bedford and Pound Ridge Sept. 26-Oct. 7

A nor’easter is expected to bring rain and strong winds to the region this weekend, potentially affecting outdoor activities. Before heading out, check event organizers’ websites and social media pages for cancellations, postponements or schedule... more

9/25/26

Yorktown schools urge caution ahead of weekend nor’easter

Yorktown Superintendent of Schools Ron Hattar advised the district community Friday that some weekend events may be canceled or rescheduled due to the anticipated nor’easter. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/25/26

A still from a video released by SPCA Westchester shows former Dogtopia worker Cole Kamrath allegedly injuring a dog in his care. Kamrath has pleaded not guilty after being arraigned on an animal cruelty charge.

Former pet spa worker arraigned on animal cruelty charge

A former employee of a pet care business in Mount Kisco has been formally arraigned on animal cruelty charges that alleged he had slammed a small, elderly dog into a metal table while grooming him. According to Westchester County District... more

BY CAROL REIF

Staff Writer | 9/25/26

Gail Driscoll, right, sister of the late Officer Stephen Driscoll, presents Back the Blue founder Marianne Chaluisan with a t-shirt commemorating the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.

Rain doesn’t dampen Back the Blue Prayer Walk

A steady, drenching rain prevented participants from taking their traditional walk, but it didn’t stop Back the Blue from holding its seventh annual Prayer Walk at Camarda Park on Sunday, Sept. 20. About 160 people, not including committee... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 9/25/26

Lakeland cancels games, activities ahead of storm

Lakeland Central School District will cancel all games, activities and building operations beginning at noon Saturday, Sept. 26, due to the anticipated nor’easter and potentially hazardous weather and strong winds. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/25/26

Westchester urges residents to prepare for coastal storm

Halston Media will be monitoring the impacts of the looming storm, along with possible closures and cancellations of events scheduled across our coverage area. more

By Halston Media Staff | 9/25/26