Congregation Gathering Details on Former Pace Campus

The religious congregation that purchased the former Pace campus in Briarcliff Manor has yet to divulge its plans, but has been scoping out the site and recently obtained documents from […] Read more »

A Road Map to Briarcliff Manor’s Stone Lanterns

Driving through Briarcliff Manor, one may notice several large stone lanterns sporadically located within the village. Gifted to the Briarcliff Church and village founder Walter Law by several missionary families […] Read more »

Congratulations to the June 2021 River Journal Pet of the Month

 Meet Sosa. Sosa is a 6-year-old tabby who lives in Briarcliff with his brothers and sisters. He came from a family where he used to only live outside in a […] Read more »

Todd Elementary Students Prepare to Select Musical Instruments for the Fall

It’s beginning to look a lot like…well, normal. Todd third and fourth graders are preparing to begin playing instruments at the school this fall and soon we will hear the […] Read more »

Irvington High School Sophomores Earn Awards at Science Research Fair

Twenty-five sophomores from Irvington High School’s Science Research Program participated in the virtual Somers/Westlake Science Fair, held on June 5. Competing against 494 students from 33 schools, they earned 10 […] Read more »

2021 Admissions Cycle Trends – Key Takeaways

The 2020-2021 college admissions cycle was the most disruptive of any year in recent memory due to factors ranging from COVID-era learning disruptions and test-optional trends, to modified AP exams […] Read more »

Volunteer New York! Announces Return of Free Virtual Volunteer Summer Camp

Unique program empowers local Gen-Z youth to take action, grow as leaders, and generate hundreds of hours of impact this summer,  Volunteer New York! announced that its local civic engagement […] Read more »

When You Knead a Simple Treat and Fun Activity – Pretzel Time!

When I am faced with even the tiniest bit of downtime, I always end up making my way to the kitchen. I love the satisfaction of putting a few simple […] Read more »

Summer Fun that Prepares Students for Fall

Do you think your child has learned enough academically during the past year? If you’re unsure, you’re not alone. With plans to return to normalcy planned, what can we do […] Read more »

Read the June 2021 Issue of River Journal Online

Now you can read the full June 2021 issue of River Journal online. Share it with your friends and family who might not receive a print copy.  Read more »