Let Librarians Do their Job

Censorship is in the air. It is raising its ugly head in our local schools. I wrote this as a retired librarian for those who might not be familiar with […] Read more »

4 Innovations That Help Improve Patient Care

Without a doubt, technology is becoming an integral part of people’s lives today. Businesses and individuals across the globe benefit from the advantages brought about by technology. Among the many, […] Read more »

Broadway Training Center of Westchester to Present ‘The Lightning Thief’ April 1-3

Production Will Feature BTC’s Award-Winning Senior Ensemble (Grades 9-12) from Throughout Westchester, Connecticut and the Bronx Broadway Training Center of Westchester (BTC), one of the region’s premier performing arts schools, […] Read more »

The Arc Westchester Launches Transition Academy for Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Innovative programs help individuals build critical skills, work towards employment The Arc Westchester announced the creation of a Transition Academy to support young adults with developmental disabilities as they transition […] Read more »

Zuckerberg Institute Looking For Students To Help Struggling Local Businesses This Summer

The Zuckerberg Institute and Greenburgh Partnering to Provide Innovative Solutions to Businesses in3 Week Summer Program The town of Greenburgh is looking for up to 30 students who are interested […] Read more »

Our ‘Gifts of Nature’ Can Be Enjoyed Everywhere 

Rotary Knolls, Depew Park, Peekskill > Built in 1945 by the Club, today it is a beautiful picnic area with covered shelter, picnic tables, and other amenities.  9/11 Memorial, Peekskill […] Read more »

Peekskill Rotary Scholarships & Awards 2022 

The Scholarships & Awards Program of Rotary Club of Peekskill has as its primary objectives recognizing the achievements of students graduating from Hendrick Hudson, Peekskill and Walter Panas High Schools […] Read more »

Congratulations to the March 2022 River Journal North Pet of the Month

Meet Loki.     Loki is my 10-year-old German Shepard. I often refer to him as the Big Friendly Monster.  He LOVES his ballie, as well as making friends, chasing squirrels, and pretty […] Read more »

5 Strategies To Boost Your Mood

Life is tough, and there are many situations when it’s just easier to rant and complain than think of all the blessings and good things happening your way. Nowadays, people […] Read more »

Tending Your Garden, Garden Design Principles

Experienced gardeners know that there are no hard and fast rules when it comes to gardening, and that some of the most beautiful gardens are the result of unexpected “happy […] Read more »