Local Fund Provides Loans and Financial Literacy Training to Those in Need

The Ossining Micro Fund (OMF) is a non-profit organization, established in 2004, offering interest–free loans to individuals and families who encounter unexpected financial obstacles. The OMF was inspired by the Eleanor Roosevelt No Interest […] Read more »

Business Spotlight – Creating Cherished Memories for River Town Families 

When Tarrytown resident Oleksandra Stelmah arrived from Ukraine as a teenager, she chose a typical path of someone trying to improve their life in the United States. After earning bachelor’s and master’s […] Read more »

Dows Lane Elementary School Students Support UNICEF in Irvington

Dows Lane Elementary School students have been doing their part to make a difference in the world. Thanks to the community’s generosity, they raised $1,317.46 for the United Nations Children’s Fund this year.  […] Read more »

Briarcliff Launches App and Website to Promote Improved Hiking Trail Network

Whether you’re new to Briarcliff Manor or have lived here a lifetime, chances are you aren’t familiar with all the walking, biking, and hiking trails that crisscross our community. They’ve […] Read more »

Story Pirates Sail into Briarcliff Manor

To the delight of Briarcliff Manor Todd Elementary School’s staff and kindergarten through second graders, a group of stories created by the children have been brought to life.   Story Pirates, […] Read more »

Kids & Dogs – Designing for Our “Real” Lives

  We love our kids.  We love our dogs.  But both can wreak havoc in a well-designed home.  However, there are products you can use to protect the life of your furniture without sacrificing style. You want your family to […] Read more »

Scholar Athlete of the Month: Julia Iorio 

  Entering into her final season as shooting guard for Ossining High School girl’s basketball, Julia Iorio is a player who not only stands out on the court, but also in her community. Last […] Read more »

Updates in the Race for the 17th Congressional District Seat

After a frenzied start to the competition for the soon-to-be-open seat in New York District 17, the candidates each look to stand out from the large field in 2020. The […] Read more »

An Opportunity to Release the Creative You

If your 2020 Near Year’s resolution is finally to take that art class you’ve always promised yourself, there’s good news. Just off Main Street in Tarrytown, an inviting new business has opened up offering all manner of […] Read more »

Local Artist Donates Proceeds to Make-A-Wish Foundation 

Ashna Rastogi, a twelve-year-old artist from Briarcliff Manor, NY, has always loved to express herself through artwork. Ashna finds her inspiration within nature, as well as outer-space and its galaxies. Conveying themes of […] Read more »