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I enjoy walking outdoors in October.
I notice the changing colors of the leaves on the trees, the faint scent of wood smoke in the air, and the abundance of wildlife. I don’t see any pigeons on my walks.
Pigeons get a bad rap. Flocks of pigeons...
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BY KIM KOVACH
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10/30/25
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Before you praise Charlie Kirk, listen to his own wordsDear Editor,
I disagree with your opinion article ("Liberals, I get why you're upset," Sept. 25, Page 14).
To say you covered the peaceful protest in response to the death of George Floyd...
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10/30/25
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I had no intention of attending last month's Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black on Long Island.
None.
This year was the 45th meeting of the European stars against the stars of the American Tour. Past golf tournaments at Bethpage have been a...
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BY DON SCOTT
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10/30/25
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The anatomy of an error and cover-up: Some politicians try to avoid admitting an error at all costs. The problem is, once you decide to go down that road, it is very hard to find an offramp.
The error was in the calculation of the Yorktown 2025...
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10/23/25
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This past weekend, thousands of people took to the streets in places like Brewster, Mount Kisco and Purdys as part of the nationwide "No Kings" rallies.
They marched with American flags, sang “This Land Is Your Land,” and held signs that read...
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By Brett Freeman
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10/21/25
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First it was 60 Minutes.
Slapped with a frivolous $10-billion lawsuit by President Trump, Paramount, the show’s corporate parent, chose to pay Trump $16 million and degrade the iconic TV newsmagazine’s editorial independence rather than defend...
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By Eric Pooley
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10/15/25
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Last week, in the gym of the Yorktown Community & Cultural Center, community members gathered to commemorate two years since the Oct. 7 massacre.
It was my second year organizing this memorial. After bringing Nova Music Festival survivor Atir...
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By Talia Pierson
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10/10/25
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On Sunday, Sept. 29, outside the Yorktown Community & Cultural Center, a couple dozen protesters yelled “baby killer” and other epithets at people attending the Oct. 7 memorial, which was organized by several local Jewish community...
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BY BRETT FREEMAN
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Dear Editor,
Yorktown is a town rooted in family, tradition, and pride. As we look toward the future, I believe there are gems we can give our community — investments that honor our history...
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10/6/25
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Dear Editor,
I was reading the paper the other day and came across the article titled "We Need a Board That Cares More About Yorktown” by Michael Hickens. Frankly, I found Mr. Hickins’ perspective completely out of touch with the reality of what...
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10/6/25
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Dear Editor,
I would like to take a moment to recognize someone who has truly made a lasting impact on me and my family, Sergio Esposito.
I moved from the town where I grew up and lived for over 30 years. It was a place where I knew everyone,...
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10/6/25
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Walking around my neighborhood one afternoon, I noticed a large white swan sitting in the grass near the road.
The swan was alone and not near the pond where it can typically be spotted silently floating along with the Canada Geese and...
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By Kim Kovach
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9/27/25
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Dear Editor,
It would be a vast understatement to say that the Yorktown Democratic Committee and its candidates, especially Supervisor candidate Jann Mirchandani, are disgusted by a recent letter to the editor in Yorktown News claiming we...
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By Steven Shaw and Peter Cleary
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9/26/25
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To the Editor:
The Yorktown Democratic Committee’s decision to withdraw from the bipartisan “Candlelight Vigil for Charlie Kirk & All Victims of Political Violence” is both disappointing and revealing. Their stated objection — that elected...
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By Dean Cardillo
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9/26/25
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Many Neighborhoods, One Heart—Yorktown
People often ask me, “What’s the difference between Yorktown and Yorktown Heights?” My answer is always the same—it’s no different than the relationship between Mohegan Lake and Yorktown, or Shrub...
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BY SERGIO ESPOSITO
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9/26/25
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To the Editor,
I would like to take a moment to recognize Councilwoman Luciana Haughwout for her outstanding service as the Town Board Liaison...
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By Matt Talbert
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9/23/25
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Love, Sex and Friendship: A Philosophical Examination Part I
Human life is fundamentally intertwined with relationships-love, sex, and friendship-elements that shape our identities and reflect our deepest values. Throughout history, philosophers...
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By James Martorano
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9/23/25
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Playing to type
I've played in bands for longer than I can remember, but that's only a guess since I can barely remember the last 48 hours or so. If it happens to come up in the course of conversation (in other words me shamelessly plugging...
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Rick Melén
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9/23/25
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Hi there, not sure if you received this but told Nancy I would forward it and not to worry. Grateful for your contact. I have two more and will forward to you. Are you able to spread them out not sure when the dates are! Thank you again I...
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By Nancy Osika
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9/23/25
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I am just a private citizen who wrote a piece about a new candidate four county legislator. I hope you will publish. My home phone is 914-621-0350 if you need more information.
Thank you Christine Panos
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By Christine Panos
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9/23/25
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