In Irvington, Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow — Tax Cap Tightens the Screws
In June, the New York State Legislature passed — and with much fanfare Governor Cuomo signed into law — a state-wide tax cap of 2%. This means that local villages and municipalities, as well as local school districts, cannot raise their tax levy (the amount of revenue raised through property taxes) to more than 2% above its current level.
Let the Water Flow… Briarcliff’s New Pump Station
Around the year 2000 when Briarcliff’s current Village Manager, Philip Zegarelli, was the Mayor of Sleepy Hollow, Keith Austin (then Mayor of Briarcliff) came to Zegarelli with a problem.
Sleepy Hollow Board Not in Favor of $$$ Support for Warner Library
During a recent Library Board of Trustees meeting, Ken Wray, Sleepy Hollow’s library liaison and Mayor, informed those in attendance that a majority of his Village Board did not want to financially support Tarrytown’s Warner Library after the expiration of the current contract between Sleepy Hollow and Tarrytown. That 5-year contract is set to expire on May 31, 2014.
Ancient Local Sanctuaries
One hundred years ago, local people were generally pretty avid about churchgoing. Today, things are quite different. Churches must compete with a battery of distractions— Facebook, TV, radio, computers, the movies, the mall, and a thousand other attention-hijackers. No longer are folks "spoken of" for nonattendance at church services— it may be more noteworthy when they actually show up.
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Design inspiration and decorating ideas abound at design legend Russel Wright’s home just a few miles up the river in Garrison, NY. An afternoon tour of his estate, known as Manitoga, offers visitors a close-up look into the meticulously crafted world... Read more..
This article is the first in a series of three regarding the healthcare system in our country, what might be called “An Rx for guaranteeing good healthcare.” I was inspired to write on this topic because I find myself, more and more, explaining... Read more..
The Irvington School Board appointed Robert J. Roelle, Ed. D., as interim Superintendent of the Irvington Union Free School District today, Monday, August 15. Dr. Roelle, whose appointment is effective Aug. 16, 2011, replaces Kathleen Matusiak, who retires... Read more.. 
Irvington School Superintendent Kathleen Matusiak, who had two years remaining on her current contract, resigned from her position and it was announced by the Irvington School Board at their July 13 meeting. Roughly 75-100 people attended the meeting... Read more.. 
Acclaimed comedian Robert Klein brought his unique and hilarious brand of humor to The Club at Briarcliff Manor, the region’s premier senior living community under development, which recently hosted a special VIP performance of the famed stand-up comic... Read more.. 
With regime change all the rage in the world right now, it was only a matter of time before it struck here in the Rivertowns. The leadership of Dr. Bill Greene and Randal Lichtenwalner, Principal and Assistant Principal respectively, at Washington Irving... Read more.. 
To understand the success and the 15-year celebration of Tarrytown’s Barber Pole is to understand the background of its principal owner, John Vaccaro. A former hair stylist at Bergdorf Goodman as well as Lord & Taylor, and a former Vice President... Read more.. 
At age 69, Jo-Ann Taylor provides both motivation and inspiration for the students in her exercise classes at Club Fit in Briarcliff Manor. She is remarkably fit, youthful, enthusiastic and full of vitality.
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Green Meadow Waldorf School is expanding into Tarrytown with the opening of their Early Childhood Center, located at Tappan Hill School. This location at 50 Ichabod Lane will offer a chance for parents to have high-quality Waldorf Early Childhood programs... Read more.. 
Allstate Insurance agent Owen Cosgrove, Jr., whose office is located at 7 North Broadway in Tarrytown, has received the Agency Hands in the Community Award for his commitment to volunteering in the community. With this award came a $1000 grant from The... Read more.. 
Welcome to the Rivertowns’ Jeanne Sottile and her company, Gal with a Trowel.
Jeanne, who grew up in Irvington, has lived in Tarrytown for the last 20 years. While working as an executive at Bloomingdale’s for the last 20 years, gardening was her... Read more.. 
Looking for an affordable way to test drive a kayak, visit an historic site, and spend some time outdoors? Bring the kids to River Day at Van Cortlandt Manor on Sunday, August 7, and they’ll attend for free if you reserve your tickets in advance online.
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Knowing how to workout and actually getting it done are two very, verrrry different things I'm learning. I can rattle off about 10 exercises in a matter of seconds that if done consecutively will give you a great working in less than 20 minutes but who's... Read more..
Whooo-hoooo! See ya kiddies, it's back to school time!
I'm assuming this is what many mom and dads out there are singing as they quickly close the door on summer and welcome in long school days with a ritualistic happy dance as the kids slowly make... Read more.. 
It's Tuesday already? Where does the time go? I have nothing prepared for today's blog (I know you're all so disappointed!) but I do have a quick story with a little point so let me share that.
Last week I had about 30 minutes to spare before picking... Read more.. 
Yesterday I stole a little time for myself to get out and run and it was just what I needed. A little mental shift, a little sweat, a little attitude adjustment; it was all good. It's been quite awhile since I ran outdoors as the heat has been insufferable... Read more.. 
It's August and that means one thing… vacation time! Time to hit the beach, sip a margarita and enjoy time with the in-laws as they hover and coo over our little bumble 'B'. We're outta here as of 7:30 am this morning and heading on down to where it's... Read more..
I guess it is weird that I can express my emotions better in word than I can in real life. I just seem to be able to express myself in the right manner…not facing anyone. If I looked forward … Continue reading →... Read more..
Today was going to be a busy day for me. I had Blood tests and Dr.’s appointments…All pre-scheduled check-ups. Or Check-ins on my “post-cancer” progress. It makes it asier for me to think about all of this in the “post”... Read more.. 
It doesn’t matter your “holiday” belief. They all seem to begin with HAPPY…. So what ever you celebrate…BE HAPPY! Enjoy the holidays…. From the Funnycancermom... Read more.. 
Okay, I am an up kind of person…and I usually see the positive in almost every situation. Today, however, I am taking a different approach…one, which I feel I have earned: It is the right to the bitch about the … Continue reading →...... Read more.. 
I believe that honesty is the best policy. If you can’t admit to it, then you know it is wrong. Well I will admit it…Over the last year I got BIG. 30 lbs bigger than I was before Cancer. And … Continue reading →... Read more.. 
Fabulously Fit Blog Is Back!
Anne Marie Costanzo's daily Fabulously Fit is back! Join her every Tuesday for her weekly segment. And as always, share with her your experiences, thoughts and tips as you work together to build a healthier community! Read and Comment here
The Cancer Made Me Do It
Carol Abramson's journal The Cancer Made Me Do It is now available at here at RiverJournalOnline.com! Read here
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