Get important news about your town as it happens Get the top stories from across our network Are you sure you want to unsubscribe from daily updates A massive gathering of youths in the woods in Westchester turned violent The large gathering was broken up in the Hillside Woods in Hastings-on-Hudson The incident happened over the weekend of Saturday when officers responded to Hillside Woods in Hastings-on-Hudson following reports of a large party and multiple fights they found approximately 300 youths from Hastings and surrounding villages the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department announced Police worked with Dobbs Ferry Police and the Westchester County Police Department to disperse the crowd once the group reached Lefurgy and Edgewood Avenues the crowd refused to comply with police orders for quiet and continued to engage in various quality-of-life violations in the surrounding areas Hastings-on-Hudson Police will increase patrols in Hillside Woods and strictly enforce all applicable laws "The gathering of these events and the lack of respect for the law will not be tolerated,” Chief David A Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions Search autocomplete is currently not responding Due to weather concerns all recreation programs are canceled for today NoticeFlood Watch Remains in Effect From This Evening Through Wednesday Afternoon High Wind Warning in Effect From 6 Pm This Evening to 6 Am Est Wednesday Reminder: Due to cold weather and icy conditions this weekend safe rides will not be in operation this weekend - January 19 and 20 Village of Hastings municipal offices 2 hour delayAll recreation and senior programs canceledCurrent events, senior exercise, JHCC youth basketballDPW is picking up garbage on holiday scheduleMonday's Garbage Pick Up on Tuesday, January 16, 2024T...Read on... Notice: Midnight Movie Featuring The Rockey Horror Picture Show - Friday Read on... Notice: Friends of the Hastings Library present The Gamut Talks: Danielle Butin with Afya Foundation - Sunday Read on... All Hastings Schools will have a two-hour delayed start tomorrow due to anticipated early morning snow and extra time needed for safe travel 2024.Monday pickup on Tuesday and Tuesday Pickup on Wednesday.MLK Breakfast at the JHCC at 9:15 am and Library Blood Drive at 10 am.Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Schedule .. Correction: Beyond the Clove: The Women of the Hudson River School of Painting Sunday Hastings Library This program is at 3 pm and not 3:30 pm Read on... Upcoming Community EventsRead on... What to do to prepare for High WindsTo prepare for a possible power outage, make sure cell phone batteries are charged, gather supplies, and turn refrigerators and freezers to a colder setting.If you are a property owner, builder, contractor, and/or crane...Read on... Notice: This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community Read on... OverviewWe are receiving numerous reports in of Spotted Lanternfly nymphs (early and late stage) in Hastings These destructive invasive leaf hoppers will decimate NY agriculture (and our yards) and so NYS is asking that we kill the nymphs and adults when.. Art teachers will lead kids in a series of stories by Jan Brett (The Mitten The Gingerbread Man) then help them create simple artwork inspired by these stories This is a drop-off program for children ages 3 to 5 Registration required. To register, email... CancellationsSafe rides service will not operate tonight It will resume its operation Friday and Saturday nights from 10 pm to 1 am next week Be advised of the following detours on the Bee-Line bus system: we are eager for folks who are walking in the woods to report any damage from falling trees or branches on recently installed fencing we welcome reports of any footpath obstructions .. The 12th Annual Community Breakfast Celebrating and honoring the life and dreams of Reverend Dr James Harmon Community Center - 44 Main Street Monday All parents and adult community members are invited to join Hastings WAY for a presentation by Dr University of Pennsylvania medical school professor Please take a moment to view WHoH-TV's most recent programming from December 2023 and like us on Facebook Download Our Smartphone App and Stream From Anywhere(Google Play or App Store) Current Senior Events Calendar (PDF) December was a very busy month with exercise a Lunch and Learn Program on Driver Safety and Wreath Making a performance of the Nutcracker by students of The Amanda Kupillas School of Dance Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year 2024 Monday Garbage pickup on Tuesday and Tuesday Garbage pickup on Wednesday Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Christmas Holiday and New Years Schedule Changes Village Government Offices Changes & Closu...Read on... Sending you all good wishes for a wonderful new year and prosperity for you and those you hold most dear Nicola Armacost MayorEmail the Mayor Hastings-on-Hudson Parks & Recreation Blood DriveFriday Read on... Because three rainy Sundays kept the TILI Garage closed Please note: The TILI crew is opening its doors for a limited window on Saturday The 12th Annual Community Breakfast Celebrating and honoring the life and dreams of Reverend Dr James Harmon Community Center Monday 9:15 am to 2:30 pm.Breakfast served 9:30 to 11 Read on... Fill out a YAP Parent/Guardian Information Form The last day to pay 2nd half of village taxes online Second installment payments received or postmarked later than January 2 Wishing those of you who celebrate a blessed Nicola Armacost MayorEmail the Mayor Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Office of Emergency Management Emergency Preparedness Information page The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Southern Westchester until 10:45 am EST.Hastings Public Schools Are Clos.. Flood Watch Remains in Effect Through Monday December 18 Afternoon Wind Advisory Remains in Effect From Midnight Tonight to Noon EST Mond.. Understanding the Process for a Dispensary Applicant to Obtain a License In light of recent applications for Adult-Use Cannabis Dispensaries in our Village we felt it important to share with you the process for an applicant to obtain a lice.. 2023 Afternoon Through Late Sunday Night High Winds Are Expected with the System From the Westchester County Board Elections Official Results From the November 7 Download and review Election Certification Documents (PDF) Anthony Costantini Village Clerk Village of Hastings-on-Hudson7 Maple Aven.. Upcoming Community EventsRead on... Happy Hanukkah to everyone in our Village who is celebrating At a time when it feels as if darkness is enveloping us and antisemitism is on the rise in our country and around the world let's remember that the light of hope and love will always.. Upcoming Community EventsRead on... Please take a moment to view WHoH-TV's most recent programming from November 2023 and like us on Facebook Download our smartphone app and stream from anywhere (Google Play or App Store) The last day to pay 2nd half village taxes online November was a very busy month with exercise two trips-the Katonah Museum of Art and Woodbury Commons Hastings-on-Hudson Police DepartmentLieutenant Robert GagliardiHastings-on-Hudson Police Department7 Maple Avenue Hastings on Hudson Almstead Tree Service will be performing t.. Read on... Route 9 - Broadway NYS Paving ProjectNovember 28 Thanks to all for the patience and tolerance while improvements to drainage curbing and pavement is done by the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) on Broadway We need your help to bring the joy of Christmas to children in need Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program once again is seeking your help nationally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit charity In our lovely community we have so much to be grateful for - let us appreciate our blessings and lend a hand to those in our community and beyond who need support Find that special holiday gift at the Library Read on... With Thanksgiving upon us and the winter holidays around the corner I'd like to take a moment to express my gratitude for a downtown filled with shop owners we know and love Submit a Tell It to Village Hall Form.  Village of hastings-on-hudsonThanksgiving holiday schedule changesThursday, November 23, Thanksgiving DayDPW - Village Offices - Recreation Offices and Programs - ClosedHastings Court will not be in session the night of Wednesday, November 22Court Offices...Read on... Submit a Tell It to Village Hall Form.  There's lots of fun to be had and good to be done around Hastings Help Exit 12: Join Matt Hobby to repair tree tubes at the Trees for Tribs planting on Farragut Parkway @Exit 12 Rivertowns Repair Cafe - Saturday, November 18th, 2023 from 10 am to 2 pm, James Harmon Community CenterMobile Shredder comes to Hastings-on-Hudson - Saturday, November 18th, 2023 from 10 am to 1 pm, Hillside Elementary School Parking LotAccessory Dwellin...Read on... The 2024 Resident Virtual Parking Sticker Application is now available for purchase on the Village website. Please click on this link to access the application: Hastings Virtual website This virtual sticker is valid from January 1 We have been informed by The New York State Department of Transportation that they will be performing paving work on Broadway between Executive Boulevard and Olinda Avenue The work will take place during the overnight hours beginning the ni.. The 2024 Resident Virtual Parking Sticker Application will be available on the Village website on Thursday, November 16th. Visit the Parking Information webpage to access the application Opening Reception for The Clark Legacy Exhibit Come see the Hastings Historical Society's new exhibit The Village of Hastings on Hudson Recreation Department will be hosting the 22nd Annual Terry Ryan Run in the Village on Sunday Unofficial results from the Westchester County Board of Elections posted as of November 10 It's that time of year once again Summer is all but over and it's back to work for us as we continue the time-honored tradition of preparing for our sig.. Annual Veterans Day Services - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 at 11 am, VFW ParkVine Squad kicks off its 12th Season this Weekend - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 no later than 10:55 am, park nose-in at the turnaround on Farragut Parkway (just before you hi...Read on... The location has not been changed to Chemka Pool Parking Lot and is still at Hillside Elementary School Parking Lot Read on... Veterans Day Remembrance Ceremony at 11 am at the VFW (stairs on Warburton Avenue) Veterans Day DiscountsIn honor of Veterans Day the following Hastings-on-Hudson businesses are offering all veterans and active-duty military a Veterans Day Discount the we.. We have multiple restoration projects going on in Hastings and a greater understanding of your local ecology Volunteers can also get community service credits... The Village of Hastings on Hudson will be hosting the 22nd Annual Terry Ryan Run in the Village on Sunday Veteran's Day Holiday Schedule Changes & ClosuresVillage Offices If you would like you may pay your tickets online Please take a moment to view WHoH-TV's most recent programming from October 2023 and like us on Facebook Download our smartphone app and stream from anywhere (Google Play or App Store) Veolia is taking the Hillside water tower on Chemka Pool Road out of service this fall/winter to paint and repair the tank The project is expected to extend from now through March and will cause disruption to some r.. Come Celebrate Diwali at the Library!On Saturday The celebration will take place from 3 to 4:30 pm in the Orr Room The Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department Reminds YouDaylight Savings Ends Sunday November 5 at 2 am and "It's Time to Change Smoke Alarm and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Batteries" The Hastings-on-Hudson Volunteer Fire Department reminds al.. Upcoming Community EventsHastings Fire Department Meet the Fleet - Saturday, November 4th, 2023 from 11 am to 1 pm, Good Witch Coffee Bar. (Rescheduled From SEPT 9)Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce Taste Local - Saturday, November 4th, 2023 from 12 pm to 4 p...Read on... Registration is now open for the Annual Terry Ryan 5k & the 1 Mile Fun RunFor more information Read on... This is a reminder the 2024 annual resident parking permit application for the Zinsser Commuter Lot will be available on Monday, November 6th at 9 am on the village website. The permits will be available on a first come, first served basis online; Applica.. With dismay we share that an act of antisemitism which has increased with alarming frequency in our nation in recent days One of the businesses in the Downtown has recently been vandalized in an anti-Semi.. Upcoming Community EventsFriday Night Spooktacular - Friday, October 27th, 2023 from 6 pm to 9 pm, Warburton Avenue.Hastings Recreation 4th Annual Trunk or Treat - Friday, October 27th, 2023 from 6 pm to 9 pm, Warburton Avenue - (Candy Donations Needed)Ha...Read on... Reminder: The 2024 Annual Non-Resident Parking Permit Application for the River Street Lot will be available on Monday This is a reminder the 2024 annual non-resident parking permit application for the .. October was a very busy month with exercise and trips that unfortunately were canceled due to bad weather we had a huge Open House on October 5th organized by the Senior Council Please see the below tips that will assist in keeping everyone safe during Halloween It is important to report any suspicious activity occurring in our village to the police desk at 914-478-2344 Submit a Tell It to Village Hall Form.  The Village of Hastings on Hudson will be hosting a Spooktacular Village event in the downtown area on Friday October 27 For this event the following parking restrictions and roadw.. Register online.  View the Tell It to Village Hall WHoH-TV Channel 75 TV Schedule Channel 43 Verizon FIOS School District TV Channel 77 Schedule Channel 27 Verizon FIOS The 2023 RiverArts Studio Tour will be held on Saturday Over 80 participating artists will open their studios to the public with a wide variety of works on display Register for this workshop onlineVisit the Comprehensive Plan Update and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program siteThe Village of Hastings-on-Hudson invites all who live or spend time in Hastings-on-Hudson to participate in Virtual Public Worksho.. Submit a Tell It To Village Hall Form Read on... Thanks to all for the patience and understanding exhibited while the curb installations in the Village are completed In our Village it plays an important role in channeling stormwater into catch basins and o.. Metro-North Railroad Hudson Line UpdateService Changes Will Remain in Effect Through Friday Near-normal Hudson Line service is expected for the remainder of the week following this weekend's muds.. We have been informed by Veolia (the water company that services the Village) that they will be taking the Hillside water tower on Chemka Pool Road out of service in late October to rehabilitate and paint it Village Clerk's OfficeThe 2024 annual non-resident parking permit application for the River Street Commuter Lot will be available on Monday November 6th at 9 am on the village website The permits will be available on a first come The 2024 Annual Resident Parking Permit Application for the Zinsser Commuter Lot will be available on Monday The 2024 annual resident parking permit application for the Zinsser Commuter Lot will be avai.. Near-normal Hudson Line service is expected for Monday morning Check TrainTime as some trips have changed Reminder to Drivers & PedestriansEvents Are Happening in the Hastings Downtown and Throughout the Village on Sunday Please Be Cautious When Traveling.  76 R...Read on... Election Day is November 7th!This includes Village Elections for Mayor The Village Clerk's Office wants to remind you of the following important dates: Upcoming Community EventsRead on... The Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department is excited to host our annual Family Movie Night This event is absolutely free and family-friendly Message From Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Village ClerkAnthony Costantini, Village ClerkAddress: 7 Maple Avenue, Hastings-on-Hudson, New York 10706Phone: 914-478-3400, ext. 616Email Anthony CostantiniRead on... Locations76 Rosedale Avenue: BOOKS, kitchen goods, home goods, lamps, statues, and vintage items 15 Olinda Avenue: Modern furniture, mirrors, shelves, ...Read on... Registration is open for the 2023-2024 Rec Basketball Season! Register online.  For more information, visit the Parks and Recreation page.  Read on... Election DatesElection Day is November 7th I want to acknowledge and thank all of you who have shared what you’ve been feeling these last ten days especially our Jewish and Muslim residents The news of the devastating terrorist attack on innocent Israelis by Hamas horrifi..  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2025 AT 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.gov Modua Studio Corp.576 Wa..   More Info...  Join fellow villagers in caring for our corner of the planet this weekend: Grab a bag and pick up litter anywhere in Hastings This is an annual event that makes a big difference!&n.. Draft Comprehensive Plan Public Comment open until May 6 Dear Residents,The Village Board of Trustees is in the final stages of consideration of the Draft Comprehensive Plan for adoption The Plan is an important Village document that descr..     More Info...   More Info...  National Drug Take Back DaySaturday 202510AM to 2PMVFW - 558 Warburton Avenue    The Village of Hastings-on-Hudson is looking to fill part-time seasonal laborer positions in the Department of Parks & Recreation The candidate will perform routine unskilled manual labor   More Info...   More Info... This email is being sent to the mailing list forinformational purposes as it represents anissue of potentially broad interest to the community.Hastings Flea Sunday 2025 10AM to 4PM Metro North Commuter Lot .. All parents and adult community members are invited to join K.N.O.W. 2 Prevent and Hastings WAY for a presentation by Stephanie Marquesano, founder of the harris project and Lorena Rucaj, LMHC, Westchester County Encomp...More Info...   More Info...   More Info...     More Info...   More Info...   The Village of Hastings-on-Hudson is helping homeowners develop and/or bring up to code an Accessory Dwelling Unit Grants of up to $125,000 are available for each assisted property (including both t..   More Info... the Village initiated an update to the Comprehensive Plan in 2022 when the Board of Trustees appointed a committee of 11 residents charged with reviewing the existing Plan and developing an update..  HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENTLieutenant Robert GagliardiHastings-on-Hudson Police Department7 Maple AveHastings on Hudson   More Info... VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONPARKS & RECREATION COMMISSIONREGULAR MEETING AGENDAJAMES HARMON COMMUNITY CENTER 2025 AT 7PMrecreation@hohny.gov    Public Alert | Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Alerts  Please join us for a District Office Open House!Thursday Light refreshments will be served.RSVPs requested (not r...More Info... Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Martin Luther King Jr Holiday Schedule Changes https://hohny.gov/tickets  More Info...    More Info...    VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2025 AT 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.govAGENDA 555 Warburton ..  VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE This is a reminder that the 2025 annual non-resident parking permit application for the River Street Commuter Lot is still open and permits are still available on the village web...More Info...     Holiday Pet Photos with SantaSaturday 2024 from 1PM to 3PMJames Harmon Community Center   VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE The last day to pay 2nd half village taxes online, or by mail is Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Second installment payments received or postmarked later than December 31, 2024, will be assessed a p...More Info...   More Info...    More Info...  November 7, 2024Dear Residents,As you know our area has been experiencing a significant shortage of rainfall this season leading to drought conditions that expose us to an increased risk of fire especially in the wooded environment in parks and ...More Info...  VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE   More Info...  VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE The 2025 annual non-resident parking permit application for the River Street Commuter Lot will be available on Monday, November 4th at 9:00 a.m. on the village website.&nbsp...More Info... from 9AM to 3PM The Department of Public Works will be cleaning the east ..     Rivertowns Repair CaféSaturday 2024 from 10AM to 2PM,James Harmon Community Center  More Info... Our first event in Hastings on October 5th needs volunteers of all skill levels! Whether you're a repair expert or simply a friendly face—join us!      More Info...  More Info... 2024 AT 7PMarb@hohny.govAGENDA FOUND Hastings 5 Spring ..   More Info... This is being shared for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community  More Info...    HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENTLieutenant Robert GagliardiHastings-on-Hudson Police Department7 Maple AveHastings on Hudson The Warburton Ave sidewalk project will begin on Monday  1st Half 2024-2025 Village Property Taxes are due by Monday 2024.VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON VILLAGE CLERK'S OFFICE REMINDER:  1st Half Village Property Taxes are due by Monday  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING 2024 AT 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.govAGENDA7 Farragut Avenue ..   who hold current First Aid/CPR Certificationand have over 100+ combined years of lacrosse playing and coaching..     More Info...   More Info...                                               &a...More Info... Dear fellow residents, Every year the Village celebrates a range of cultural community events - from honoring our veterans, to recognizing specific Heritage Months, to holding special events such as Pride and Juneteenth.&nbs...More Info...                          This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.         ...More Info...  Composting food waste (at home, at the Hastings DPW drop-off site, or curbside through Hudson Compost Services) returns valuable organic matter to the soil and avoids the production of greenhouse gases.  Westchester County gene...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE MONDAY, JUNE 3, 2024 AT 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.govAGENDA Andrus-on-Hudson .. This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.Rivertown Skate Society Summer House Party Saturday, June 8th, 2024 6PM - 11PM&...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONBOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2024 AT 7PMboardoftrustees@hohny.gov Meeting will be broadcast LIVE on WHOH-TV...More Info... Hastings Celebrates Quarry Park Sunday, June 23rd, 2024 12PM - 4PM Opening Ceremony at 12:30PMQuarry Park is south of Washington Avenue along theOld Croton Aqueduct Trail.  Street Parking.Walking and cycling encouraged....More Info...                                               &a...More Info... The Chemka Pool will open Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10 AM http://Chemkapool.fun The Chemka Pool is the premier swimming facility in the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson MONDAY, MAY 27TH MEMORIAL DAY Village Offices, Village Hastings Library & Recreation Offices ClosedVillage Justice Court Closed Friday, May 24, 2024 and Monday, May 27, 2024 Pay Tickets Online Here  DPW Clos...More Info...      YAP Presents: Positive Parenting Lunch and Learn via ZoomGetting Teenager's to Cooperate - Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1PMCoping with Teenager's Emotions - Monday, June 10, 2024 at 1PMReducing Family Conflict - Monday,...More Info...    Village of Hastings-on-HudsonComprehensive Plan Update and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (CPU & LWRP) CommitteeRegular Meeting James Harmon Community Center, 44 Main StWednesday, May 22, 2024 a...More Info...                                               &a.. VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONZONING BOARD OF APPEALS  REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2024 AT 7PMzoningboard@hohny.govMeeting will be broadcast LIVE on WHOH-TV &n...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONBOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2024 AT 7PMboardoftrustees@hohny.gov Meeting will be broadcast LIVE on WHOH-TV...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONBOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE MONDAY, MAY 20, 2024 AT 7PMboardoftrustees@hohny.gov I.      &nb...More Info...   More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONSAFETY COUNCILsafetycouncil@hohny.govThe Regular Meeting of the Safety Council will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7PMMunicipal Building, 2nd Floor Conference RoomAGENDATopics:Maple Avenue Stop SignSpe...More Info...   Climate Smart Communities Task Force MeetingVIA ZOOMWednesday, May 15, 2024, 6PMclimatesmart@hohny.govThe meeting will be held virtually via videoconference using the ZOOM platform there will be no public participation in-person; howev..   This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.     2024 Library GalaPlease join us on Sunday        VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONSENIOR COUNCIL AGENDA seniorcouncil@hohny.gov The Regular Meeting of the Senior Council will be held on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:15PM Jam...More Info...  HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENTLieutenant Robert GagliardiHastings-on-Hudson Police Department7 Maple AveHastings on Hudson, N.Y. 10706 Tree work on Norh Broadway and Edgars Lane will take place on Monday, May 13, 2024, from 7 AM t...More Info...   This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.The League of Women Voters of the Rivertowns announces a virtual Candidate Forum for the S...More Info... VEOLIA WATER: Crews will be flushing fire hydrants and blowoffs in the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson on MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 at locations shown below between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.VEOLIA WATER crews will be flushing fire hydrants an...More Info... The Hastings-on-Hudson Public Library presents"Teens Speak: A Panel Discussion for AAPI Month"Thursday, May 30 from 5:30-6:30pmat Hastings-on-Hudson Public LibraryAsian American Pacific Islander teens will discuss their experiences here in Westc...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD SPECIAL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024 - 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.gov The Special Meeting of the Architectural Review Board will be held...More Info...      VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON AFFORDABLE HOUSING COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 2ND FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM THURSDAY, MAY, 9, 2024 - 7:30 PMhasting...More Info... The Village of Hastings, in collaboration with Westchester County, has partnered with Helpsy,to offer free and easy home pickup clothing recycling service for our local community.As a clothing collection company and a certified B corporation with an envir...More Info... VEOLIA WATER: Crews will be flushing fire hydrants and blowoffs in the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson on MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024 at locations shown below between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.VEOLIA WATER crews will be flushing fire hydrants and...More Info...  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD REGULAR MEETING MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE MONDAY, MAY 6, 2024 - 7PMarchitecturalreviewboard@hohny.govAGENDAAndrus-on-Hudson185 Old Bro..  VILLAGE OF HASTINGS-ON-HUDSONREGULAR MEETING MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 7 MAPLE AVENUE TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024 AT 5:30PMboardoftrustees@hohny.gov Meeting will be broadcast LIVE on WHOH-TV  75 or FIOS 43 and str...More Info... This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.  Taste Local 2024: Global Bites River Glen Cove & MacEachron Park Cleanup More Info... This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community.   This email is being sent to the mailing list for informational purposes as it represents an issue of potentially broad interest to the community All parents, guardians and caring adults of middle and high school students are invited to join Hastings WAY for a screening of this film followed by a panel discussion with Hastings own Fred Muench, PhD, Clinical Psychologist &...More Info... More Info... DOWNTOWN EGG HUNTPOSTPONED TO SUNDAY, MARCH 24THStarting at 10AMhttp://HOHREC.FUN               Read on... With the MyAccount feature, you can customize your viewing experience, sign up for notifications, and engage in information you care about. Check out Notify Me today Notify Me allows you to subscribe to an unlimited number of email lists. Receive email or text message updates regarding the information you have requested. Check out Notify Me today 202410AM - Fun Run11AM - 5KCheck-in begins 9AM  Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting James Harmon Community Center, 44 Main StreetThursday, May 9, 2024 at 8 PMrecreation@hohny.govTIME:         &nb...More Info... The Village of Hastings-on-Hudson is looking to fill part-time seasonal laborer positions in the Department of Parks & Recreation. Driver’s License required. The candidate will perform routine unskilled manual labor. Duties include working with the Pa...More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... The Hastings Senior Council is sponsoring a workshop on approaching end of life conversations with openness and humor participants will have the opportunity to fill out health care proxies and living wills More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... Read on... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... Senior Trip to City Island Thursday, July 18th, 2024 at 10:30AMMore Info... More Info... More Info... More Info... APRIL 2024 SENIOR NEWSLETTER  CURRENT SENIOR EVENTS CALENDARHello Everyone,     I hope that you are getting outside and enjoying this beautiful month  APRIL 2024 SENIOR NEWSLETTER  CURRENT SENIOR EVENTS CALENDAR Hello Everyone,  April is here already!  I feel like I just did the March Newsletter!  We’ve been having some b...Read on... Dear Residents, Work on the water tank is proceeding. As I mentioned in my previous update, sandblasting on the interior of the tank exposed some areas of concern regarding the tank's roof structure. Structural repairs to addres...Read on... Hello all, Happy Spring! We have been informed by Con Ed that they will be replacing gas mains on several streets in Riverview Manor. The existing gas pipe is estimated to be approximately 100 years old.  New pipes will provide ...Read on... March 19, 2024 Dear Residents The NYS DOT road improvement project on Route 9 will recommence in early April.  You will begin to see message signs about it shortly. Work will begin with basin cleaning in split section and some d...Read on... Dear Residents: As a continuation of the Village curbing projects in 2023, curbing improvements will begin on Hamilton Avenue beginning on Monday, March 4th.  The curb work at this location is being done by the Village's contrac...Read on... Dear Residents, Work on the water tower is proceeding. Modifications have been made to the distribution system of the water tower, adding additional automated pumping capabilities. Sand blasting on the interior of the tank and paint prim...Read on... Phone: 914-478-3400 Village Hall HoursMonday - Friday8:30AM - 4:00PM Hastings-on-Hudson is a 2.9 square mile village in Westchester County Located in an area of hills on the Hudson River opposite the Palisades cliffs It is located in the southwest part of the town of Greenburgh The Village is bordered by the Hudson River to the west You don’t have to go far from New York City to get a quintessential small-town experience — just 20 miles north you’ll find a village sitting alongside the Hudson River that has gone from a quiet patch of farmland to a suburb with decidedly non-suburban vibes It’s a place where chain stores and big brands have yet to make a mark but also one where you’ll find more than just a general store and a gas station It’s welcomed its fair share of New York transplants and managed to keep its character at the same time bohemian enclave that has touches of the five boroughs mixed in It’s Hastings-on-Hudson and it’s one of the best places near NYC to go for an afternoon of lazy sightseeing Roughly 40 minutes by train on Metro-North from Grand Central Terminal Hastings-on-Hudson is one of Westchester’s Rivertowns — all villages Hastings-on-Hudson was incorporated in 1879 when Dutch and English farmers worked the land Agriculture gradually gave way to stone quarries including a plant that made paving stones and factories that produced cables The last of the major waterfront plants closed in the 1970s leaving behind a town that today is home to just shy of 10,000 people Most live in the hills east of the train station and the main thoroughfares; those looking for a strenuous hike could do worse than making the trek uphill to the residential neighborhoods and parks along narrow sticking to Hastings-on-Hudson's two biggest roads: Warburton Avenue and Main Street which join not far from the train station to form a lively yet relaxed downtown This is where Hastings-on-Hudson's character shines the brightest Locally owned stores and restaurants line both Warburton and Main a liquor store — the commonplace businesses that keep a community functioning is the mix of bespoke artisanal goods and crunchy alternative options interspersed throughout: home goods and decorative art There’s an eclecticism to Hastings-on-Hudson's downtown that brings the diversity of New York City immediately to mind The best example of the village’s meld of small town and big city is smack at the intersection of Warburton and Main: Suburban Renewal (1 Main St) boasting a spread of furniture and decor from the 19th and 20th centuries so varied and clever that it would make even the hippest New York consignment store take notice All styles can be found within Suburban Renewal's walls where 1950s kitsch nestles comfortably alongside oil paintings of Civil War-era ships You could easily spend an entire afternoon browsing this expertly curated assembly of quality second-hand goods In a similar vein, just down Main Street is Clockwork Records (24 Main St) another store that specializes in giving new life to old items You’ll find both out-of-print and new vinyl releases there with the store offering a variety of genres ranging from hardcore to prog to jazz to folk you could easily burn a few hours digging through Clockwork’s well-stocked crates giving Hastings-on-Hudson a touch of East Village cool If you’re looking for some local lore, or just want to learn more about the town’s history, including its Revolutionary War prominence, head to the Hastings Historical Society (407 Broadway) They’ve been open since 1971 and are a treasure trove of local artifacts and knowledge (check out their calendar for special tours and exhibitions You can also take a self-guided historical walking tour of the village through the society's The Museum In The Streets signs which note 34 sites of cultural or historical importance in the area For another historic tour, visit the Newington-Cropsey Foundation, the former home (which they called Ever Rest) of Hudson River School artist Jasper Francis Cropsey and his wife, Maria. There you can walk the grounds and see Cropsey's paintings, writings, and more. Check current information on tours before heading there the Westchester outpost of Montauk’s acclaimed Harvest on Forest Pond serving high-end Italian cuisine with riverside views of the Palisades The best of what Hastings-on-Hudson has to offer in food can be found inside the Moviehouse Mews, a former theater turned into a small shopping gallery: Wild Culture (579 Warburton Ave #5) a farmers market success story that opened a brick-and-mortar store in 2019 Here you can get handmade sourdough waffles stuffed with ingredients and drizzled with local honey The grilled cheese waffle is a funky combination of Gruyere cheese mixed into the sourdough batter giving you that gooey melted succulence of a grilled cheese in every bite there’s another stretch worth exploring in Hastings-on-Hudson: the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail This 26-mile path traces the route of the Croton Aqueduct which brought fresh water to New York City from the Croton River in the early 19th century running from the Bronx to Croton-on-Hudson and connecting the Rivertowns along the way it’s a pleasant way to hop from one village to the next take the time to enjoy one of its best attributes: its waterfront views and you’ll see in the distance the Governor Mario M and you’ll be greeted with the familiar skyline of Manhattan reminding you just how close Hastings-on-Hudson is to the big city even as it remains a small town to its core Hastings-on-Hudson is easy to reach via Metro-North Simply take a Hudson line train to the village a ride of about 40–50 minutes from Grand Central Terminal The station is located by the river and has a small cafe Take the Hudson line to Hastings-on-Hudson © 2025 Metropolitan Transportation Authority Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Media Kit Subscribe to MTA Away's Newsletter Published 2 months ago2m ago • Bookmarks: 357 • Comments: 1 The Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Board of Trustees unanimously voted Tuesday to reject two controversial gas pipeline projects Hastings becomes the second municipality to formally oppose Project Maple and the first to oppose Williams Constitution Pipeline since the proposal’s resurfacing from last week’s meeting between President Trump and Governor Hochul at the White House Hastings officials recognized Hochul’s ability to stop the fossil fuel proposals The resolution specifically calls on Hochul to block the climate-heating fracked gas pipeline projects citing dangers the proposals present to resident’s air Officials maintained the projects would also lead to significant costs to New York taxpayers who will be footing the bill from increased pipeline construction and an increased flow of gas coming through New York State Last year, 70 state and local elected officials publicly came out against Project Maple “We’ve fought and defeated fossil fuel projects like the Danskammer power plant and Williams Constitution pipeline before Like many of my friends and neighbors in Hastings I’m horrified by the recent actions of Trump/Musk including their empowering the fossil fuel industry at the expense of our communities and our planet,” said Iris Hiskey Arno Hastings-on-Hudson resident and Co-chair of the Environment Committee of NYCD16/15 Indivisible “I’m proud to live in a village that takes a strong stand against threats to our water and urges our governor to do the same.” “We applaud the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson for passing a resolution opposing fracked gas pipelines and infrastructure expansions including Enbridge’s Project Maple and the Constitution Pipeline New York must stand firm in its rejection of fossil fuel projects,” said Susan Van Dolsen co-founder of Stop the Algonquin Pipeline Expansion (SAPE) “We cannot falter in the commitment to renewable energy and Governor Hochul must not cave to Trump’s pro-fossil fuel rhetoric.” Members of environmental groups United for Clean Energy and Food & Water Watch also applauded Hastings officials for their action “The Maple and Constitution pipelines would be disastrous for New Yorkers — polluting our air and water while putting hundreds of communities at risk,” said Melissa Hoffmann Hudson Valley Organizer at Food & Water Watch “With the White House rolling back climate protections by the day it’s unthinkable that Governor Hochul would even consider approving these projects She should take notes from Hastings-on-Hudson’s town leadership who are showing more backbone than we’ve seen from Albany in far too long.” and website in this browser for the next time I comment © 2025. The Hudson Indy Westchester's Rivertowns News - By using this site you agree to the use of cookies, more info. is asking the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson to approve plans to construct a mixed-use project at 9-17 Washington Ave. The property’s owner is Alexander Chang who also is the managing member of the LLC The village’s Planning Board expects to spend several months reviewing the project a mews was a row of stables and coach houses with living quarters above e a pedestrian pathway with residences on either side often is designed a mews the former Hastings movie theater was converted into rows of storefronts and renamed Moviehouse Mews The project would have 20 residential units for sale and one commercial space There would be 21 underground parking spaces The new construction would be arranged so that a mews is created in the middle of the townhouse-like units The mews would be open to the public and would link Washington Avenue through the property to an access stair leading to the village’s Zinsser Commuter Parking Lot by the Metro-North train station The developer would need an easement from the village to have the public-access stair on village-owned property It believes the mews layout and public-access stair would provide a public amenity for the neighborhood while enhancing the transit-oriented character of the proposed development The developer says that while the project normally would be required to provide 35 parking spaces it believes a variance to allow 21 spaces is appropriate given the transit-oriented character of the proposed development and its proximity to Metro-North The developer claims that a single assigned parking space per unit can satisfy the parking needs of residents of the development Three of the units would be priced as affordable housing The developer said that an analysis found that purchasers of the 17 market rate units would have incomes above $100,000 a year The development would have one one-bedroom unit Three of the two-bedroom units would be priced as affordable housing The units are expected to sell for an average of $915,000 The developer’s analysis found that the project could be expected to have seven school-age children living in it It was projected that the development could generate $524,057 a year in taxes for the village and $371,325 a year for the school system It said the cost to educate the additional seven children coming into the school system would be approximately $215,425 a year Architect Christina Griffin of the Hastings-on-Hudson-based firm CGA Studio told the village’s Planning Board “The mews is the main theme of the project This is based on a vision that Alexander Chang gave to us and we took that and developed it We also have designed this to really fit the scale and character of the street It has buildings that vary from one-story to five-stories probably because of the (terrain) slope so we have more or less a two-story facade and massing that breaks that.” Griffin said that the developer hopes to attract a cafe to the commercial space in the proposed development She said the mews walkway could have textured paving plantings and perhaps a fountain and would be enjoyed by residents and the public She said that some of the units would have rooftop decks This page is available to subscribers. 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Trending Westchester Published 4 months ago4m ago • Bookmarks: 448 The best way to address climate change is to affiliate with ranked among the 10 most influential intellectuals in the world by MIT The Hastings-on-Hudson resident shared his views in Irvington at the latest Climate Talk last week Rushkoff’s prescription for social change would put power squarely into the hands of ordinary citizens Entitled “Remaking the Landscape without Remaking People: Towards a New Theory of Change” his comments explored ways to harness what he’s learned about creating change in the 21st century to impact climate change “We can reduce our consumption by doing more together and making the slow transition from a culture of extraction and competition to one of caring,” said Rushkoff “and the more we do for and with each other Last Wednesday’s gathering at the Irvington library the latest monthly talk convened by the local Green Policy Task force came days after climate scientists announced that 2024 was the warmest year in history The global temperature rose by 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) during the calendar year The Los Angeles bushfires were among the latest calamities believed caused by climate change Twenty-seven other natural disasters during 2024 in the US alone were linked to a warming planet Rushkoff believes people can reclaim their “agency” – their impact on wider events – if they follow four steps needed to establish change “The first step is what one of my students called ‘denaturalizing power,’ which actually means questioning things we accept as givens rather than as things society has created,” said Rushkoff to the way we consume were invented by society rather than being things that occur in nature,” he said That includes the desire to be completely self-sufficient by acquiring more things that can be shared among a small group to conserve resources calls for small adjustments in behavior that make cooperation more possible New ways of doing things become far more effective when a critical mass of people adopt those behaviors That represents the third step on the change trajectory you realize you need the participation of other people and that requires ‘resocializing,’” Rushkoff continued and finding novel ways to work together can be challenging for people accustomed to disappearing into social media but such behaviors can yield enormous benefits “Asking for a favor from a neighbor you may not know well gives them the opportunity to reciprocate which leads to more interactions,” said Rushkoff those small cooperative events forge new relationships and help to “knit the fabric of culture,” Rushkoff contended “When you ask to borrow a drill from a neighbor instead of buying one you are engaging in resocializing,” said Rushkoff In a post-COVID world marked by the so-called “loneliness epidemic,” where people tend to disappear into their social media and personal devices seeking the help from a stranger can be daunting But while it may be easier and quicker to buy a new drill rather than approaching someone about borrowing one it can help break the habits that are increasingly separating people from each other “We’ve become as bad as any addicts hitting bottom and we now need to do what any addict does to break the addiction,” he warned can be enormous when the first three steps for change lead to the fourth and most powerful one; the experience of “awe.” “These are the elevated moments when you find something greater than yourself; something more,” he said They can occur “when you’re connected to a larger community or a larger world; when your baby sleeps on your chest; when you discover a hidden lake while hiking the woods,” he says Or it can result from a new friendship with a neighbor “The experience of awe actually improves your immune system and makes you feel more generous for days,” said Rushkoff Despite dire predictions about the planet’s future “If one percent of the population is proactive in sharing millions of people can be affected – and it can make an important difference,” said Rushkoff To learn about future climate talks, visit https://www.irvingtongreen.org/events Published 4 weeks ago4w ago • Bookmarks: 245 • Comments: 2 They were mad as hell and they wanted President Trump to feel it One of some 1,400 “Hands Off!” protests held simultaneously nationwide on Saturday the rally in Hastings-on-Hudson more than surpassed the expectations of organizers. The grounds in front of the Veterans of Foreign Wars building on Warburton Avenue—as well as the sidewalk across the street—were packed with an estimated 1,500 impassioned demonstrators – many carrying signs platform: an end to the “billionaire takeover” of the federal government; no cuts to Social Security or Medicare; and equal rights for “marginalized” groups such as immigrants and transgender people protests were organized by a consortium of nearly 200 advocacy groups under the auspices of the liberal activist group Indivisible The Hastings’ protest was hosted by Concerned Families of Westchester (CFOW) a local organization founded as a discussion group the day after 9/11 protest was very hands-on in that it featured an open mic After a few remarks by a handful of scheduled speakers attendees were able to sign up to take turns making one-minute speeches Many offered variations of the “Hands-off” template leading chants such as “Hands off our democracy… healthcare…our freedom…American justice…free speech…” etc Others advocated for civic involvement: “Sign up for your local school board The rally was reminiscent of progressive demonstrations going back decades One speaker led the crowd in a song that evoked the women’s suffrage rallies of 100 years ago: “If they try to shut us up we’re gonna shut ‘em down/We’re gonna roll the movement on/ “We’re gonna roll right over you.” A huge boost to the already spirited event came from folk guitarist Steve Siegelbaum who along with other musicians accompanied the Clearwater Walkabout Chorus in renditions of “This Little Light of Mine” and “We Shall Overcome.” Plans to end the rally with a march to the post office (another target of proposed budget cuts) were nixed by the Hastings Police according to CFOW photographer Susan Rutman which they’d expected to draw about 500 people whose prior experience with protests had mainly been restricted to groups of about ten demonstrators on Saturdays reached out to the organizers of the Hands Off volunteering to host one of the April 5 protests in turn connected them with other potential protesters with whom they could share details of the event CFOW had hundreds on its mailing list–just a start for the crowd that would emerge on Saturday and now the tariffs’ impact on the stock market have mobilized millions of people from very different walks of life,” said Broadhead Trump and Musk are creating a movement that we could achieve only with great difficulty,” observed Broadhead.” They’re our best organizers.” 2025 at 6:53 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}In a statement released Saturday evening Hastings-on-Hudson Police Chief Dosin and Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Chief Schnibbe said that on Friday they received a report of a car fire in the municipal lot with the driver trapped NY — A car fire in Westchester County has left one person dead despite rescuers' best efforts Hastings-on-Hudson Police Chief David Dosin and Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Chief Brian Schnibbe said that on Friday they received a report of a car fire in the municipal lot with the driver trapped inside Hastings police and fire chiefs found a vehicle fully engulfed in flames in the northwest corner of the parking lot Witnesses told them that someone was still inside the vehicle Aliotta and Fasano attempted to put out the flames gain access to the car and remove the trapped person Lindner and DeSouza arrived soon after to continue efforts with firefighting gear the fire was fueled by surrounding brush and a westerly wind from the river making it too intense for rescuers to to get close enough to the vehicle "We sincerely extend our condolences for this sorrowful outcome," the statement said The investigation into the cause of the incident is ongoing and is being handled by Hastings Police Department detectives "The police and first arriving fire members as always gave their best effort to save this life," the statement said "In the aftermath of this tragedy in our hometown we acknowledge their selflessness and are sorry that despite best efforts a life was lost Many residents have reached out to check on Police and Fire Department personnel and we thank you for your continued support." Authorities said that the police department the fire department and EMS will be reviewing the operation and outcome with the Westchester County Emergency Services Critical Incident Stress Management Team Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. Published 3 months ago3m ago • Bookmarks: 388 Two former officials at a Hastings-on-Hudson school district that serves at-risk students were arraigned Wednesday on an indictment charging them with multiple public corruption offenses Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace and New York State Comptroller Thomas P the former superintendent in the Greenburgh-Graham Union Free School District were arraigned before Westchester County Court Judge Anne Bianchi on the charges of Second-Degree and Third-Degree Grand Larceny as Crimes of Public Corruption Second-Degree and Third-Degree Grand Larceny and Corrupting the Government in the Second and Third Degrees “Any theft of public funds represents a fundamental breach of public trust That breach is amplified when the allegations concern an institution serving our most vulnerable,” Cacace said “The funds in this case that were allegedly diverted to the defendants could have been used for student achievement My office will work diligently to ensure that the students and parents at Greenburgh-Graham are made whole.” “School administrators allegedly stealing from students they are supposed to serve is reprehensible,” DiNapoli said who began as a teaching assistant in 2008 and was promoted to superintendent in 2018 to purchase 168 gift cards between July 2018 and June 2022 Instead of spending the full sum of these funds on school-related expenses Levy and Kumar are accused of diverting over $50,000 from the gift cards to personal expenses Levy and Kumar were arrested in May 2024 by the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office They have been released on their own recognizance Second-Degree Grand Larceny as a Crime of Public Corruption carries a maximum potential sentence of 8 1/3 to 25 years in prison The Greenbugh-Graham Union Free School District serves at-risk students from kindergarten to 12th grade Published 6 months ago6m ago • Bookmarks: 339 Angelina “Angie” Torrisi of Hastings-on-Hudson was born in 1920—the same year the 19th Amendment was ratified Just a few days before the next presidential election Torrisi will be celebrating her 104th birthday on Oct strong relationships have been the key to her long life but rather the love of family and friends,” Ricciardi said and always doing something without expecting anything in return.” Three of Angie’s four brothers fought in World War II – and they all came back Torrisi married in 1948 and raised three children died from a heart attack in 1982 shortly after they moved to Hastings-On-Hudson where she worked at New York Presbyterian’s Neurological Department and that’s what I believe got her to where she is,” Ricciardi said Torrisi helped her brothers raise their children an Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village “I prefer my own,” Torrisi would joke when comparing their cooking Some of Torrisi’s staples were manicotti and salami pie Torrisi continued to make new friends easily including neighbors decades younger than her “It’s these friends who have kept her going,” Ricciardi said She’s the type of person who sits sideways in a chair Ricciardi also attributes her mother’s longevity to her religious faith and forgiving nature Some of her trademark expressions include: “Today may not be so good but tomorrow’s going to be a brighter day;” “You can’t change people Just enjoy today;” “You can disagree but still love each other;” and “Leave it in God’s hands and have faith that you may not know why things are happening Torrisi lives independently at home with the assistance from a Managed Long-Term Care program of RiverSpring Health at Home 2025 at 1:17 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}A rowdy gathering of teenagers turned violent over the weekend NY — A rowdy gathering of teenagers turned violent over the weekend and things escalated even further as police tried to break up the crowd the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department received calls reporting a large gathering of youths in Hillside Woods with several ongoing fights," Hastings-on-Hudson Police Chief David A "Officers responded and encountered a large party with the youths Dosin said the crowd was dispersed with the assistance of the Dobbs Ferry Police Department and the Westchester County Police Department once the crowd reached Lefurgy and Edgewood Avenues and fights broke out in the streets with some of the youths fighting with the police officers the youths refused to comply with the officer's requests for quietness," Dosin tole the community "Several quality-of-life violations occurred at the time on Lefurgy Avenue Due to the severity of these events and the risk to safety the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department will be on patrol in Hillside Woods and enforce all applicable laws The gathering of these events and the lack of respect for the law will not be tolerated." A Hastings-on-Hudson couple pleaded not guilty this week following their indictments in the deaths of a Massachusetts school teacher and her 1-year-old daughter in a fire last fall in the couple's Airbnb rental in Dutchess County were charged with second-degree manslaughter accused of recklessly causing the deaths of Shannon Hubbard and her daughter Maggie in the Oct fire at the home on Clinton Landing Road in Clinton State police said that an investigation determined that the home "was not properly equipped with functional smoke detectors The fire was not deliberately set and was believed to have started in a chimney flue said the Darcys were "absolutely devastated" by what happened but she suggested the homicide charge was an overreach by prosecutors "We sharply disagree with the conclusions made by the District Attorney's Office," Gunning said Thursday night "My clients steadfastly maintain there were smoke detectors in the home and would never have knowingly put another family in danger." She said the couple regularly stayed in the home with their two children rented the house and were staying there with Maggie and their 3-year-old son and Shannon Hubbard was a teacher at Chatham Elementary School in Chatham The Hubbards smelled smoke while they were on the patio John Hubbard called 911, while Shannon Hubbard went inside to get their sleeping children. John Hubbard also tried to rescue the children, but was unsuccessful. Firefighters got Shannon Hubbard and the children out of the home, but mother and daughter died from their injuries. Dutchess County District Attorney Anthony Parisi said in a statement that the fire was preventable and that "we must commit to ensuring that no other family faces this same devastating fate." "The deaths of Shannon Hubbard and her young daughter in this senseless fire serve as a tragic reminder of the critical role smoke detectors play in safeguarding lives," Parisi said "Their absence was not only a failure of the necessary safety measures; the Grand Jury concluded the Defendants were aware of and deliberately ignored the significant and unjustifiable risk of death that this absence created." Dutchess Judge Michael Hayes set bail at $50,000 cash $100,000 bond or $200,000 partially secured bond Gunning said her clients were released after posting bail The Cape Cod Times contributed information Published 2 months ago2m ago • Bookmarks: 283 Irvington’s Democrats gathered in Town Hall Theater Tuesday evening to finish voting for mayoral and trustee candidates More than 350 registered party members selected incumbent trustee Arlene Burgos as their candidate to succeed retiring mayor Jon Siegel as well as David Zwiebel and Larry Ogrodnek for the two open trustee seats Burgos won nearly 60% of the vote over newcomer Richard Weiler in the mayoral contest while Zwiebel was the top vote-getter among the three trustee candidates Ogrodnek won back his seat on the board by placing second Other Democratic party candidates may emerge before the June 24 primary and it remains to be seen whether candidates registered as Republican Working Families or Independent will emerge in time to be on the final November ballot Democrats gathered on February 24 to evaluate two candidates for mayor and two to fill two open trustee seats The village’s Democratic Committee unanimously endorsed Douglass Alligood and child welfare activist Malaika Sundberg and architect Douglass Alligood as their trustee candidates but chose not to choose between mayoral candidates  Tom Drake and architect Morgen Fleisig—both current members of the board They will battle each other in the June primary to succeed retiring mayor Nicola Armacost Published 10 months ago10m ago • Bookmarks: 173 Aromë Caffé and Patisserie is now officially ouvert at 10 Main Street in Hastings who was an owner and executive pastry chef at New York City restaurant One if by Land Two if by Sea and trained at L’Ecole New York which is next door to Aromë on Main Street Gjelaj put herself through beauty school while working in the culinary field She worked at the restaurant Ciao in Eastchester in the 90s with her brother Gjelaj eventually became the owner of Salon Chou Chou She and her brother purchased One if by Land Two if by Sea where she was the executive pastry chef for 10 years Gjelaj has realized yet another of her dreams — owning her own French pastry shop guests nibbled on assorted pastries — with many remarking Guests also enjoyed samples of gelato — a perfect treat for the warm day — in flavors like coffee No registration will be accepted without a copy of immunization records signed by a physician If you have any questions feel free to call 914-478-2380 ext. 642 or contact Lisa O'Reilly If there are any questions regarding any of the summer camps, please contact the camp director, Lisa O'Reilly, at 914-478-2380, ext. 642 or by email The Journal News/lohud.com has been telling stories of the Lower Hudson Valley for generations This regular column and photo feature takes a look back into our extensive archive with the mercury stuck at 2 below in White Plains There was snow in the forecast: 3 to 5 inches in Westchester least of all a stray German shepherd mix who found himself stranded on the frozen Hudson River off Hastings for more than a day who earned the nickname "Hudson," didn't respond to calls to leave the frozen river and at one point found himself riding an ice floe up from Yonkers It took a New York City Police Department helicopter to shepherd the shepherd to safety its thwopping blades coaxing the canine toward shore with Yonkers Emergency Services and police from Hastings and Yonkers lending a hand the dog found himself on an ice floe that drifted north Eagle-eyed 911 callers reported the dog pacing from side to side on the sheet of ice keeping from the edge and the frigid waters below who cheered when the copter's coaxing led Hudson into the arms of Yonkers Emergency Services officer Phil Collins Hudson was taken to the Pioneer Boat Club clubhouse where he was wrapped in a wool blanket and fed the veterinarian who examined the recovered pooch with no evidence of exposure despite 24 hours spent in the bitter cold Published 8 months ago8m ago • Bookmarks: 367 members of the team wore green t-shirts with yellow lettering that read They understand that they need to be all in with whatever first-year coach Christopher Crooms is instilling if they are to turn around what has been a losing program “I want to bring winning back to this town,” said Crooms Crooms is a former quarterback and wide receiver who gained valuable coaching experience at Mount Vernon at the junior varsity and varsity levels he understands that the pursuit of excellence requires dedication and grit “He’s going to bring a lot of heart and intensity which we kind of lacked last year in practice,” said senior Charlie Richardson “We’re doing a lot more running and more intense drills.” Richardson will see time at running back and wide receiver while playing linebacker on defense Crooms is impressed by how quickly the junior gained a thorough understanding of a playbook that players say is more extensive and offers a better variety of plays than what they relied on in the past Key seniors are Andrew Tenthoff (wide receiver and cornerback) Royal Peterson (wide receiver and cornerback) and Nicholas Puoti (right guard and defensive tackle) The Yellowjackets will have to find a way to compensate for lack of size and experience up front Puoti is the only senior on the offensive line The other members of that line are juniors Aidan Curtis and Colin Sexton as well as sophomores Aidan Hansen and Theo Suniewick Crooms and his staff are being well received “We all think we can go out there and win games this year “They are teaching us a lot of things we didn’t know in the past.” Tenthoff is eager to put the past behind him “But when you’re surrounded by guys this special and this confident you’ve got to have faith for the next year and the next game.” Crooms has one eye on the present and one on the future He understands the importance of building a strong youth program so that players will already have a strong foundation in the game when they begin their high school careers The Yellowjackets hope this year can set the tone for future success “I really do hope it’s a turning point,” Puoti said “I can see these kids having a bright future I can see us doing great next season and for years to come.” An 82-year-old man died in a fiery crash outside of a municipal building Friday evening Police received multiple 911 calls for a motor vehicle fire with an occupant trapped in the back of the municipal building parking lot on Maple Avenue around 5:45 p.m Officers and fire chiefs from the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department attempted to remove the driver from the vehicle utilizing fire extinguishers but were unsuccessful Additional fire trucks arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire an 82-year-old Hastings on Hudson resident Three Hastings-on-Hudson Police Officers were treated for smoke inhalation at the scene No further information was available as of press time A former Hastings-on-Hudson music teacher was arrested following an allegation that he forcibly kissed a student at the high school in June the Westchester District Attorney's Office said pleaded not guilty Wednesday in Village Court at his arraignment on misdemeanor charges of third-degree sexual abuse and endangering the welfare of a child He was released on $7,000 bail and Village Justice Peter Kolbert scheduled his next court appearance for Sept Defense lawyer Michael Litman later declined to comment Rubino worked in the Hastings district for more than three decades and was the department chair and elementary and middle school band leader for several years He allegedly took the student behind the curtains of the high school auditorium on June 10 rubbed their back and kissed their cheek and neck He also tried to kiss the student on the lips The DA's Office did not identify the victim's age or gender The student immediately reported what happened to another teacher Village police were notified and the case was referred to the DA's Office whose investigators arrested Rubino Wednesday morning Rubino was placed on administrative leave following the incident and formally retired two months ago He had announced he was retiring following the 2022-23 school year but stayed on to teach certain band classes last year the student news site of Hastings High School exploited the trust placed in him by the school students and community when he allegedly sexually abused a student," District Attorney Mimi Rocah said in a statement "We commend the brave young victim for coming forward.” In a statement Wednesday to the Hastings community Superintendent William McKersie said the district has been supporting the student and their family "I want to repeat that the welfare and safety of our students is our highest priority and that we acted within minutes of this alleged situation to ensure all students were safe," he wrote "We are fully cooperating with law enforcement." The DA's Office is asking that anyone who may have been victimized by Rubino or has information about other possible victims to call the Special Prosecutions Division at (914) 995-3000 Published 8 months ago8m ago • Bookmarks: 190 A recently retired Hastings High School music teacher was charged Wednesday with unwanted touching and kissing of an underaged student in June According to Westchester County District Attorney Mimi Rocah a music teacher in the Hastings-on-Hudson Union Free School District for more than 20 years was arraigned before Judge Peter Kolbert in Hastings-on-Hudson Justice Court on charges of Endangering the Welfare of a Child “The alleged actions of this defendant students and community when he allegedly sexually abused a student We commend the brave young victim for coming forward,” Rocah stated Rubino took the student to the school auditorium where he pulled the student behind the curtains and hugged and kissed the student without their consent After allegedly rubbing the student’s back and kissing the student’s cheek and neck the defendant tried to kiss the student on the lips The student immediately reported the incident to a teacher who notified the administration the same day The district reported the incident to the Village of Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department which referred the case to the District Attorney’s Office and placed Rubino on administrative leave pending the DA’s Office criminal investigation Rubino is scheduled to reappear in court on Sept US.Tiffany Hagler-Geard/Bloomberg via Getty Images 2025Parade aims to feature only the best products and services and reviewers said they love it so much that they're "planning on buying at least one more." 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Kumar purchased 168 gift cards for which he was reimbursed by the district and he and Levy allegedly used many of the cards to pay for more than $50,000 worth of private school fees veterinary services and other personal expenses The probe by the comptroller's Division of Investigations began after the fraud was suspected during a routine audit of the school district said the gift cards were a red flag because they are "highly fungible and a high-fraud risk" and it was shocking when investigators learned what the money had gone for instead of being used to support students The Greenburgh-Graham school district is a "special act" district established by the state Legislature to educate at-risk students in grades K to 12 The two men were arraigned before Westchester Judge Anne Bianchi on Wednesday on a six-count indictment charging them with grand larceny and corrupting the government They remain at liberty as the charges are not bail-eligible second-degree grand larceny as a crime of public corruption carries a maximum sentence of 8 1/3 to 25 years in state prison joined the district as a teaching assistant in 2008 and was named superintendent a decade later He was placed on administrative leave prior to his arrest in May 2024 after district officials were notified of the scheme His contract then expired and was not renewed There are nine colors available ranging from blue to red but with the gray and white hues at the lowest price of $196 With the seating being made of rattan around a steel metal frame the set is rust-resistant (an especially important feature if you're planning on using it around water making them ideal for inclement weather and a long-lasting investment; they are also removable for easy cleaning The wicker table is topped with tempered glass and other miscellaneous items on it safely.  Wayfair customers have described the patio set as "beautiful" and "easy to put together," as well as  "comfortable and stylish."  transforming the previously unused area into a cozy little retreat," another shopper wrote.  Shop it now before the limited-time sale ends.  If ever there was a classic story of immigration and the American Dream she immigrated to New York from Montenegro in the 1980s with a backpack Today the hairdresser and pastry chef is the owner of Aromë Caffé & Patisserie (pronounced “ah roam”) which opened in Hastings-on-Hudson Thursday It combines two of Gjelaj’s loves – Hastings But getting there required surmounting a number of challenges Gjelaj (pronounced “jay lie”) first worked as a house cleaner and with her family in the culinary field in Westchester County while she raised her children and put herself through beauty school She gained experience in the restaurant business at Ciao in Eastchester in the early 1990s under brother Zef Gjelaj She continued on the dual tracks of hospitality and beauty as she raised the money to purchase Salon Chou Chou in Hastings She attended the former French Culinary Institute at night with the idea of becoming a pastry chef while running the salon by day She also worked and trained with pastry chefs Antonio Bachour Gianulca Fusto and Sabrina Mancin in Dubai Gjelaj reunited with her brother to buy One if by Land touted as the most romantic restaurant in New York City There she served as co-owner with him and executive pastry chef for the next 10 years Now Gjelaj goes back and forth between Aromë and Salon Chou Chou – creating confections at times; styling hair at others Aromë Caffé & Patisserie is at 10 Main St. in Hastings-on-Hudson. 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For more, visit https://aromepatisserie.com/ To read more of Georgette Gouveia’s content, click here Police in a Westchester County village have increased their presence at local schools in response to concerns on social media The Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department announced the enhanced security measures in a statement from Chief David A emphasizing that no threats have been made to the schools but that the department is taking precautions to ensure the safety of students “The safety and well-being of our children and everyone in our schools is a top priority,” Chief Dosin wrote we have increased police presence in and around our schools The decision follows heightened emotions expressed on social media regarding the school district While no specific threats have been identified the department is collaborating with the Westchester County District Attorney’s Office and school security personnel to ensure safety “We want to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and staff,” Dosin added The department is urging residents to remain vigilant and report any unusual activity by contacting the police desk at 914-478-2344 Emergencies should be reported by dialing 911 Firefighters battled persistent flames at a golf course in Westchester for more than an hour The blaze happened at Saint Andrew's Golf Course in Hastings-on-Hudson The blaze happened at the Saint Andrew's Golf Course in Hastings-on-Hudson on Tuesday evening according to the Dobbs Ferry Fire Department Arriving crews battled the fire for around an hour and a half before it was contained Other departments that helped fight the fire included: Published 10 months ago10m ago • Bookmarks: 427    In an age when many student-athletes specialize in one sport in high school He was a young man for all seasons before his recent graduation from Hastings High School 205-pound Capuano competed for five years in basketball (he made the varsity as a precocious eighth-grader) And that was a whole lot of running and pounding “I enjoy being able to say I played all three sports for a long period of time.”    Why not specialize with the hope of maximizing his talent in one sport “I never really felt a reason to specialize because I wasn’t set on what my best sport was,” he explained    It all worked out in the end because Division 3 Wesleyan University was among a number of schools that recruited him to play football He quickly committed to Wesleyan when the opportunity presented itself early in his senior season “I was talking to a few schools,” Capuano recounted “Wesleyan was the first school to offer me and it made the most sense to me It was pretty much my top choice other than a reach for Division 1    Other Hastings athletes who are committed to competing at the next level are Luke Ciszewski Division 2 University of New Haven); Oliver Faranda    Capuano played tight end and outside linebacker at Hastings The Cardinals recruited him as a tight end His days of playing organized basketball – he finished with 1,150 points as a Yellow Jackets power forward – and baseball are over “I would say I enjoy football the most,” he said “The level of physicality in football is very exciting to me    Capuano prides himself on his elusiveness You can do so much on a football field,” he said “It gives me a lot of free rein to do what I can do.” He closed his Hastings career with 95 receptions and 1,750 yards He notched 26 running touchdowns and threw for another score He also made things happen defensively with 130 tackles and four interceptions    “I would say my hands are pretty solid and I’m very good after the catch,” he said “I gain a lot more yards with my physicality and speed that people don’t expect me to have but I do like to run over people when the time comes.”    Capuano was a three-time captain in football He displayed great leadership when he was sidelined for most of his junior season due to a surgically repaired torn labrum that required longer to heal than expected he remained the best teammate he could be during a poor season by essentially becoming one of the coaches As difficult as the injury and rehabilitation were to deal with “It made me realize how important sports were in my life,” he said    Hastings’ immense loss will surely turn into Wesleyan’s great gain Published 10 months ago10m ago • Bookmarks: 249 many Hastings residents were shocked to hear about a home burglary that occurred on Saturday a suspect in the burglary has been arrested currently homeless but with a last known address in Dobbs Ferry Several news outlets have reported that Scerri is also a suspect, along with a second person, in the bank robbery that occurred in Ardsley on June 20th On May 11th, at approximately 5:19 am, the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department received a 911 call from a resident of Broadway reporting her house was being burglarized by a man armed with a handgun the suspect tied up the victims and demanded money He eventually fled the home with approximately $850 and assorted jewelry Hastings-on-Hudson Police Officers were dispatched to the scene along with mutual aid from the Dobbs Ferry Police Department The Hastings-on-Hudson Detective Division processed the scene and Detective Sergeant Justin Bottiglieri began an investigation He was assisted by the Yonkers Police Department Detective Division and the FBI Westchester Safe Street Task Force which is reprinted from the Rivertowns Current go to: https://rivertownscurrent.substack.com/p/hastings-home-burglary-suspect-arrested Published 7 months ago7m ago • Bookmarks: 252 Loving the enchantments of the city but understanding its limitations for family life the couple earnestly began investigating places to live that would be more suitable for the next phase of their evolving lives their quest ended when walking the streets of Hastings-on-Hudson—they were enamored it was a natural progression to get involved with the local art scene,” Ward told The Hudson Independent “It’s through this community that I found out that there was a co-op gallery.” “Professional Human,” which runs from October 3 to October 27 Joining the cooperative as a member in 2013 this marks his fourth solo show at the gallery; however Ward is taking the audience on both a visual and audio artistic journey His display consisting of seven oil on canvas portrait pieces Ward also created an aural accompaniment in the form of an LP consisting of four songs and five spoken word/short stories The LP will be released digitally and on vinyl I find that both mediums resonate with audiences “My abstract paintings have always been about expressing feelings after graduating from North Staffordshire University in 1990 spent the balance of the decade touring in bands around Europe was “math rock,” with influences ranging from Nirvana to My Bloody Valentine “While abstract art conveys emotions in a more free-form manner I strive for that same emotional impact in my storytelling through music I see the creative process as the common thread that ties these mediums together,” he shared it all stems from the same instinct to express and connect even as the portraits are leading me to explore uncharted territory.” Ward’s wanderlust led him to New York in 1999 he rediscovered his passion for visual arts finding solace in sketching and painting his surroundings while capturing “the essence of the city that never sleeps.” Teaching gigs led to a position working at the Whitney Museum where he found himself surrounded by “eclectic array of artworks and artists.” The diverse range of styles and techniques on display inspired him his latest gallery showing is a full circle experience The first of the seven portraits on display is of Ruth “The piece quite naturally took on a lot of gravitas It was almost by accident that I began painting her but it became an intense experience,” he shared feels physically heavy because of all the layers and texture—it’s a really powerful piece.” The second portrait he painted was of their daughter Bluebell—what he called an intimate and rewarding experience “It became more about trying to capture something deeper It’s not just about making a likeness—it’s about understanding the person and figuring out what makes them unique,” Ward continued and I’m drawn to those with a certain intensity or a personality that’s outgoing enough to enjoy the idea of being painted.” Ward has worked in various mediums—from wire and acrylic on wood to oil on canvas to the four-track recorder he used to create his stripped down “I’m constantly reacting against my own past work I tend to get bored with what I’ve already done and that pushes me to reassess and figure out what will be interesting to explore next,” he said and my surroundings play a big role in shaping what I create.” “I thought it would be amazing to spend a month there That environment would inspire something new in my work,” he said When asked to describe his “personal brand he conceded that the concept makes him uncomfortable but offered: “I guess it’s is about staying adaptable not being scared of change or to challenge myself reacting to both external influences and my own creative evolution and following those instincts wherever they lead me.” As Ward looks forward to opening night on October 3 he reflected on his latest hybrid artistic offerings—years in the making “I realized both the songs and paintings share a similar process—each one captures a feeling they come from the same creative place,” he told The Hudson Independent noting that the opening reception of “Professional Human” takes place on Friday October 4 from 5:00 p.m I added short stories I’d written over the years to me they are tied together through the same emotional expression.” For more information, visit: www.upstreamgallery.com Published 11 months ago11m ago • Bookmarks: 232 Hastings-on-Hudson High School held commencement exercises Thursday for the 136 seniors in the Class of 2024 The following is a list of all the graduates: Nationwide protests were held Saturday, April 5, with thousands of demonstrators rallying against the actions of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Hundreds of events were scheduled across the U.S., including at several locations in New York "We're seeing the unity of people who recognize that America is being disassembled and reassembled in a way that is not American," Howard Fleischer which drew well over 500 people despite a steady "Real fear has taken hold because the bully in Washington is going after the courts and legal firms It's difficult for opponents to get around them." held a sign in Mamaroneck saying: "It's our democracy/Not your fascist playland" "Our democracy is about to be completely destroyed," she said "Everything we fought for my entire life is being taken away and destroyed by a tyrant who has aligned himself with Putin "It's time for the American people to wake up and understand that we've elected a dictator that thinks he's the king," Delaney continued "And it's time to get rid of him before we lose the United States of America and our Democracy." See the map: 'Hands Off' protests happening across Lower Hudson Valley, NYC April 5 What are the April 5 National Day of Action protests?The rallies are protesting policy actions by the Trump administration and DOGE such as the shuttering of Social Security offices and firing of federal workers "This is a nationwide mobilization to stop the most brazen power grab in modern history," according to organizers on the website and their billionaire cronies are orchestrating an all-out assault on our government and our basic rights — enabled by Congress every step of the way." organizers expressed a commitment to nonviolent action "We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values and to act lawfully at these events," according to organizers on the website thousands turned out at protests and marches in New York City Saturday A live video feed provided by USA TODAY showed protesters in Bryant Park lined up at around 1:15 p.m Watch live stream: 'Hands Off!' protests in New York City, across the United States Many Lower Hudson Valley locals from communities in Nyack Brewster and more made the trek into the city Saturday for the march "Trump is an abomination," said New City resident Pamela Hudson as she marched with crowds chanting "Donald Trump has got to go!" I don't really understand how this happens The coup already happened," Hudson continued not we the billionaires" the streets of the Big Apple according to Putnam County resident Anita Perkins She said "Musk and Trump are taking away our rights illegally stealing our data and taking our tax money from the social safety net and giving it to the billionaires." Members of Indivisible Greenwich were also on hand shouting "this is what Democracy looks like" while holding a wide yellow banner with the words "NEW YORK SAYS HANDS OFF" painted on its fabric New Yorker Phyllis Collins said demonstrators were out there "fighting for our rights." "If we don't do anything its a show of ignorance," Collins said "It's done— [Trump] is completely out of control To see this country melt down in such a quick and nauseating way When I look at these folks you know what I feel Hundreds lined Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck during a late afternoon rally braving steady rains and an unseasonable chill Most held homemade signs for drivers on the busy road to see Among the many signs: "Keep your filthy hands off our Democracy," "Congress stop the hostile takeover," "Trump turned out dream into a nightmare," "Elon/Trump phone home and get out of my house." Dozens of signs called for "hands off" Social Security "It feels like we have no means of influence The guardrails are down and nobody knows what to do." Zahner's sign said "Hands off health research" because "Our parents "We want to have a voice in what's going on in our country," said Patrice Fitzpatrick "Democrats don't have the House or the Senate they're the ones who will be hurt by what's happening." Speakers blared the Beatles' "Revolution," John Lennon's "Imagine" and Bob Marley's "Get Up Stand Up," but it was hardly a raucous crowd Protesters obeyed police requests to stay out of the road and crossed the busy road only when police said it was ok There were far more people in their 60s and older than under 40 though some protesters were proud to have their children and grandchildren along The crowd got a few chants going — "Hey hey ho ho Donald Trump has got to go!" and "The people will never be divided" — but most commotion was caused by honking cars and trucks of White Plains echoed the feelings of many "Coming here is something I can do," she said I never had to worry about food and things But I worry about the have-nots and the future." Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Published 12 months ago12m ago • Bookmarks: 161 • Comments: 1 Four candidates seeking three seats on the Hastings-on-Hudson Board of Education took part in in a May 13 Zoom forum sponsored by the The League of Women Voters of the Rivertowns Board President Alexander Dal Piaz and Vice President Doreen Bucher are vying for their second three-year terms while David Barone and Catherine DiMartino are running for the first time Damaris Lois Lang is not seeking reelection Dal Piaz has lived in the school district for 19 years and is a longtime partner in small software consultancy focused on the hospitality industry The former Little League coach said he takes a cautious approach when looking at issues “Our school district is going to face a number of challenges,” he said “I want to help to continue the progress I participated in during my first term on the board.” Bucher has lived in the district for 10 years and has worked in marketing for 30 years She said the next few years in Hastings will be critical in integrating new administrators in the middle and high schools and negotiating a teacher’s contract “I’m proud of the work that I accomplished in my first three years on the board,” she said “I’m running again because the work to ensure the success of our children is on-going.” Barone has lived in the district for three years and is the only candidate with no children attending district schools A former physical education teacher in New York City he is now employed as an administrator working in restorative justice instituting programs in the city that focus on mediation and conflict resolution “I believe we owe it to Hastings students to continue to provide top-tier education in a safe inclusive and equitable learning environment,” he said “As a passionate advocate for restorative practices in education and community empowerment I’m committed to making a real difference in our schools.” DiMartino has lived in the district for six years and has worked in education for more than 25 years For the last eight years she has been a Professor of Education at St She is a Hastings-on-Hudson Foundation board member and a Hastings basketball recreational league coach “Joining the Board of Education is a natural step in my journey,” she said “I will advocate for the individual needs of each student and a learning environment that values supports and nurtures our students as whole people our family moved to Hastings because of the strength of our schools I will collaborate with our experienced school leaders and fellow board members to realize our district’s full potential—in academics There are 5,973 registered voters in Hastings at Cochran Gymnasium at Hastings High School Also on the ballot will be a $59.6 million budget that raises spending 3.5% from this year and includes a 3.2% tax levy increase for property owners Published 11 months ago11m ago • Bookmarks: 167 • Comments: 1 You found a parking spot and put some coins in the parking meter sometimes you didn’t have coins handy and you had to go ask for change in a store Maybe you couldn’t remember what time of the day parking was free Maybe you forgot how much time you had left on the meter (at least you didn’t have to deal with alternate-side parking you’d pull into a spot that someone had just left and there was still some time left from when they’d fed the meter so you could get free parking for 10 or 20 minutes or so parking apps have taken over in a lot of places – including the Rivertowns and many other areas in Westchester (and beyond) You don’t have to keep a bunch of loose change in your car (and risk forgetting to lock your car and having someone take the change!) There’s no going to the bank for rolls of quarters or trying to buy something that costs $1.25 so you can get 3 quarters No trying to remember how much time on the meter 75 cents will get you (an hour? the apps are challenging – even for the technology-savvy If you’re in a place without a WiFi connection or try to pay at a parking kiosk with a credit card (I estimate that 20% of my life is me running late to meet someone at the Good Witch in Hastings) go to Rivertowns Current at rivertownscurrent+all-rivertowns@substack.com Published 11 months ago11m ago • Bookmarks: 203 Hastings-on-Hudson — Following a lengthy process with an Advisory Committee that worked with Hastings Superintendent of Schools William McKersie to find the right person for the job Andrew (Andy) Clayman is set to become the new principal of Hastings High School McKersie announced Clayman’s hiring on January 30th Clayman has since held a number of events to get to know staff and parents in preparation for his first day Clayman’s background in education goes back to 2007 He was a founding teacher and assistant principal at KAPPA International High School before assuming the principalship of Health Opportunities High School for the last five years he attended Skidmore College before earning his teaching degree at Pace University (as part of the New York City Teaching Fellowship) and his Masters of Educational Leadership from City College Clayman lives with his wife and two children in Sleepy Hollow He discussed with the Current what makes him most excited about going from a high school in the Bronx that to a system built on a strong community where students routinely graduate “I’ve never had the opportunity to be deeply embedded in a community like one with sports events or a Friday night when the kids put on a play and that’s such a vibrant part of what Hastings is This isn’t going to be a job where I just go to work and come home I’m looking forward to the opportunity to really get to understand kids and their families in a 360-degree get-to-know-the-community way.” USTiffany Hagler-Geard/Bloomberg via Getty Images you can score the accent chair for just $126.  This chair would be perfect nestled in the corner of a bedroom or as a pair in a living room It's also available in four beautiful hues — gray linen the biggest discount is on the beige linen option the chair is "super comfortable," "easy to assemble," and the "perfect living room addition." 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