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MTA Service for Fourth of July Holiday Extra Getaway Trains on Wednesday, July 3

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) will offer extra railroad service on Wednesday, July 3, to allow customers to get a head start on the Fourth of July holiday. On Thursday, […] Read more »

Bronx River Parkway Road Closures on July 3 for Kensico Dam Music Fest and Fireworks Display

Motorists are advised that the northbound Bronx River Parkway will be closed to traffic between Virginia Road and the Kensico Dam Plaza (Taconic State Parkway connector) on Wednesday, July 3 […] Read more »
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Fireworks Schedule for Westchester County Parks-Kensico Dam and Playland Park

Spectacular fireworks will light the sky over two Westchester County Parks as the summer season gets underway. On Wednesday, July 3, the annual free Kensico Dam Music Fest will feature […] Read more »
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Not Exactly Monkey Business as Usual As the Wildlife Conservation Society Debuts Three Primate Babies

Brown Collared Lemur, Sliver Leaf Langur, and Mandrill babies on exhibit as the summer season gets underway at the Bronx Zoo. All three primate births are part of the Species […] Read more »
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Westchester County Nature Centers – Events for August 2013

The county’s nature centers provide undisturbed habitat for wildlife and a peaceful oasis for people to explore and learn about their natural environment. August schedule of events: Read more »
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August 2013 Family Programs at Muscoot Farm

Muscoot Farm is a Westchester County Park that strives to preserve and interpret its agrarian past. Visitors may stroll through the original barns, visit with the animals, participate in educational […] Read more »
Muscoot Farm

August 2013 Family Programs at Muscoot Farm

Muscoot Farm is a Westchester County Park that strives to preserve and interpret its agrarian past. Visitors may stroll through the original barns, visit with the animals, participate in educational […] Read more »
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Put Some Sizzle in Your Summer – What’s New for Outdoor Living and Entertaining

  Some tips and trends submitted to River Journal by Holbrook Cottage in Briarcliff Manor. Read more »
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Astorino Appoints New Director of Office for Women

  Robi Schlaff, currently executive director of Westchester Family Justice Center, to take on new role. County Executive Robert P. Astorino today announced the appointment of Robin “Robi” Schlaff, an […] Read more »
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Eileen Fisher Leadership Institute Launches Intro to EFLI

The Eileen Fisher Community Foundation announces INTRO to EFLI, the newest initiative of the Eileen Fisher Leadership Institute (EFLI). Responding to requests from the broader community, INTRO to EFLI will […] Read more »