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Clarkstown Teacher Takes Learning To A Whole New Dimension Clarkstown Teacher Takes Learning To A Whole New Dimension
Clarkstown Teacher Takes Learning To A Whole New Dimension CLARKSTOWN, N.Y. -- Some school field trips can be real yawners, but Clarkstown teacher Dani Kennis’ expeditions have entered another dimension in order to inspire her students, according to a report in thejournal.com. The ninth- and 10th-grade world history teacher is one of the first to explore 3D field trips in the classroom, the report said. According to thejournal.com, Kennis was one of many teachers recruited by Google to participating in its “Pioneer” pilot program. She designed a virtual trip and the company’s programmers built it, the report said. Google is gathering feedback from…
Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives, Say Westport Fire Officials Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives, Say Westport Fire Officials
Working Smoke Detectors Save Lives, Say Westport Fire Officials WESTPORT, CONN. – Now that fall is here and the leaves are changing color, Westport fire officials are reminding residents that making another change -- replacing the batteries in their smoke alarms -- could help save their lives. Fire officials typically use the end of Daylight Saving Time to issue their annual warnings about the necessity for working smoke alarms. Folks should have turned back their clocks by one hour Sunday morning. Westport, quoting statistics from the National Fire Protection Association, said that three of every five home fire deaths occurred in homes with either no a…
Sock Skating Among Offerings At Stepping Stones Museum In Norwalk Sock Skating Among Offerings At Stepping Stones Museum In Norwalk
Sock Skating Among Offerings At Stepping Stones Museum In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. -- Families will find a lot to do this holiday season at the Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk. One of the many things on the museum’s calendar is a performance by actor-storyteller Lou Del Bianco, who will present “Abraham Lincoln: From Rail-splitter to President.” The performance is set for 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. Another highlight is “Cards for Soldiers.” Participants can make personal cards with holiday wishes to send to U.S. troops through Holiday Mail for Heroes, an American Red Cross program. The workshops are from 11 a.m. to noon starting Wednesday, Nov…
82 Greeley Seniors Inducted Into Cum Laude Society In Chappaqua Ceremony 82 Greeley Seniors Inducted Into Cum Laude Society In Chappaqua Ceremony
82 Greeley Seniors Inducted Into Cum Laude Society In Chappaqua Ceremony CHAPPAQUA, N.Y. -- Eighty-two Horace Greeley High School seniors were inducted into the Cum Laude Society at a ceremony Wednesday in Chappaqua, school officials said. Students must have a specific grade-point average to be part of the academic recognition program and must be enrolled at the high school for four or more complete semesters to be eligible. The inductees were (*Summa Cum Laude, ^Magna Cum Laude):  Danielle Abrams,Tara Anand* (Valedictory Honoree), Wiliam Ansehl, Zoe Arditi^, Jonathan Bass, Jacob Beran*, Dia Bhatti, Graham Blair* (Valedictory Honoree), Danielle Boilen, Samantha…
Police Cracking Down On Drunk Drivers This Halloween In Dutchess County Police Cracking Down On Drunk Drivers This Halloween In Dutchess County
Police Cracking Down On Drunk Drivers This Halloween In Dutchess County POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- State and local police will crack down on drunk and impaired drivers this Halloween in order to keep the streets safe for thousands of trick-or-treaters, the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office said. The statewide STOP-DWI effort starts Friday and ends Sunday, police said. Calling children “Dutchess County’s most precious residents,” County Executive Marc Molinaro asked Halloween celebrants to arrange for designated drivers if necessary. “Don’t allow bad decisions to both endanger young children and destroy your future plans and family objectives,” he said, adding, “It j…
Hackensack Theater Group To Present Margulies' 'Collected Stories' Hackensack Theater Group To Present Margulies' 'Collected Stories'
Hackensack Theater Group To Present Margulies' 'Collected Stories' HACKENSACK, N.J. -- The Company Theater Group will present “Collected Stories” on selected dates in November at the Hackensack Cultural Arts Center. The play tells the story of the drama that arises between an established writer and her protégé. It stars Liz Zazzi and Jennifer Robbins. It was written by Donald Margulies, the Tony-nominated, Pulitzer Prize winning author of “Time Stands Still,” and “Dinner With Friends.” Directing will be Lou Scarpati. There are six shows: Nov. 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15. Showtimes are 8 p.m. Saturdays and 3:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $19 at the door. The …
Bridgeport Police Arrest Suspect In Church Burglary Bridgeport Police Arrest Suspect In Church Burglary
Bridgeport Police Arrest Suspect In Church Burglary BRIDGEPORT, CONN. -- A suspect has been arrested in the recent burglary of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Bridgeport police said. Jesse DaCosta, 39, turned himself in to authorities on Tuesday, police said. He has been charged with burglary, larceny, and criminal mischief in connection with the May 31 incident at the Park Avenue church, police said. Taken in the burglary, police said, were $8,300 in cash, an $800 computer tower, and $1,700 in surveillance equipment. The church, they said, had held an annual church fair to raise money the night before the alleged incident. Police det…
Hackensack Luncheon Salutes Veterans Hackensack Luncheon Salutes Veterans
Hackensack Luncheon Salutes Veterans HACKENSACK, N.J. -- CareOne at Wellington, a health-care company and assisted-living community in Hackensack, will host a “Salute Our Veterans” luncheon Tuesday, Nov. 10. The luncheon is set for 12:30 p.m. Participants must RSVP by Friday, Nov. 6. For more information about the dinner, call (201)-336-6326. For more information about the facility, click here. CareOne at Wellington is at 301 Union St., Hackensack, N.J.
'Gentle' Thanksgiving Dinner's Proceeds To Help Wayne Animal Ministry 'Gentle' Thanksgiving Dinner's Proceeds To Help Wayne Animal Ministry
'Gentle' Thanksgiving Dinner's Proceeds To Help Wayne Animal Ministry WAYNE, N.J. -- God’s Creatures Ministry, a Wayne religious nonprofit that advocates for animals, will hold a “gentle” Thanksgiving dinner Saturday, Nov. 21, at St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Oakland. The ministry said that no animal will suffer for the fest. It hopes to raise funds for its programs, which include helping people with veterinary expenses and caring for stray animals. The dinner will honor a “special person who helps stray cats,” the organization said. The event starts at 4 p.m. It will include a “tricky tray” and 50/50 drawing. Reservations are required. Tickets are $35 fo…
Haldane Considers Changing School Start Times Haldane Considers Changing School Start Times
Haldane Considers Changing School Start Times COLD SPRING, N.Y. -- In light of recent studies finding that early school start times are contributing to the problem of sleep-deprived teens, the Haldane Board of Education in Cold Spring is weighing possible solutions, according to a report in philipstown.info. In an unrelated development, Trustee Peter Henderson, said he is resigning, philipstown.info reported. Because Haldane students share space and resources on a single campus, moving start times back would be complicated and costly, the report said. The board has asked administration officials to make a recommendation before it work…
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