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Palestinian Leader Stresses Economic Development As Key To Peace In Region Palestinian Leader Stresses Economic Development As Key To Peace In Region
Palestinian Leader Stresses Economic Development As Key To Peace In Region BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- Bassem Eid, a Palestinian leader living in Israel, spoke at Temple Shaaray Tefila Sunday evening, as part of a talk entitled “Dignity versus Identity: What do the Palestinians Really Want?” Eid is a political analyst, human rights activist, and expert commentator on Arab and Palestinian affairs. In his address, the Palestinian speaker emphasizes the need to improve the Palestinian economy to achieve peace with Israel. His talk can be viewed above. 
Pace People This Week: Professor Recognized For Economic Excellence Pace People This Week: Professor Recognized For Economic Excellence
Pace People This Week: Professor Recognized For Economic Excellence PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Here is a roundup of newsmakers and their news in brief from Pace University: Assistant Professor of Economics, Dr. Anna Shostya, was named Member of the Month for March by the International Atlantic Economic Society. Her recent interview with the academic society can be found here. Professor and PhD Program Project Leader, Dr. Keville Frederickson, has been awarded the prestigious Pace University Scholarly Research Award for her work in London with the Haitian Diaspora. Dr. Frederickson's research focuses on the experiences of Haitians living outside Haiti who were a…
The Psychology of Packing: Help Manage Your Kid's Moving Scaries The Psychology of Packing: Help Manage Your Kid's Moving Scaries
The Psychology of Packing: Help Manage Your Kid's Moving Scaries Making the decision to move is never easy, and moving with kids is even harder. Once you’ve made the decision to move, there are ways to make it easier for your kids to process it and ultimately get excited for it. "It's important to remember that each child handles change differently so keep that in mind when discussing moving with them," said Catherine Rabadi a school psychologist and Adjunct Professor at University of Bridgeport. "For some children, too much talk about moving (too early) can cause anxiety. For others, they need a lot of mental prep so it's more effective to…
Learn To Protect Yourself With Self-Defense Class At Saw Mill Club Learn To Protect Yourself With Self-Defense Class At Saw Mill Club
Learn To Protect Yourself With Self-Defense Class At Saw Mill Club MOUNT KISCO, N.Y. -- Knowing how to defend yourself and others in a dangerous situation can be the difference between injury and neutralizing a threat. In order to help teach the fundamentals of self defense, Saw Mill Club is offering a self-defense workshop for participants of all ages and skill levels. This unique course is offered by the Aikido dojo at Saw Mill Club and is based on almost three decades of the instructor’s experience in law-enforcement and victimology. Students will learn how to avoid becoming victims and practice applying new techniques that can be performed regardless of…
Oakland Kicks Off Spring With Annual Easter Egg Hunt Oakland Kicks Off Spring With Annual Easter Egg Hunt
Oakland Kicks Off Spring With Annual Easter Egg Hunt OAKLAND, N.J. -- Over 700 parents and children gathered behind the Oakland Public Library on Saturday afternoon to take part in the town's annual Easter Egg Hunt. Volunteers from Chopper Russo Group, Oakland Public Events and others spent 45 minutes setting up the eggs. Eager to find the golden egg, the entire field was picked clean in three minutes flat. The afternoon also included a balloon magician, as well as complementary coffee and hot chocolate from Coffee Roasters and free Dunkin Munchkins from Dunkin Donuts.
HSS Surgeon Shares Tips For Troublesome Wrists HSS Surgeon Shares Tips For Troublesome Wrists
HSS Surgeon Shares Tips For Troublesome Wrists STAMFORD, Conn. -- Following a wrist fracture, regaining functional use of the hand, wrist and upper extremity are of the utmost importance. In order to fast track the recovery process, there are several tips that can have your wrist flexing in no time. Like any injury, elevating the hand can decrease swelling and should be maintained day and night. Patients should never keep their hand down by their side for a prolonged period of time; rather should keep it above heart level and let gravity do the work. A pillow to support in the lap when seated or when sleeping will ensure circulation reac…
Keep Your Body Swinging For The Fences With Proper Hydration Keep Your Body Swinging For The Fences With Proper Hydration
Keep Your Body Swinging For The Fences With Proper Hydration PARAMUS, N.J. -- As professional baseball players head north to start their seasons, they can expect much colder temperatures than the past month's balmy spring training days in Florida or Arizona. Even if you aren't on an opening day roster, it's important to gradually increase the intensity and duration of exercise over a few days to let the body acclimate to new environmental conditions. Even in colder temperatures, athletes should drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Although dehydration does not directly lead to muscle strains, inadequate hydration reduces muscle flexibility and el…
Temple Shaaray Tefila Celebrates Purim With Broadway Cabaret Temple Shaaray Tefila Celebrates Purim With Broadway Cabaret
Temple Shaaray Tefila Celebrates Purim With Broadway Cabaret BEDFORD CORNERS, N.Y. -- Temple Shaaray Tefila will take to the stage to celebrate Purim this year, as singers Alli West and Shalyn Courtenay and pianist Howard Kilik present Broadway hits, past and present at the Temple’s Purim cabaret.   “Making festive music is one of the best ways to celebrate Purim,” states Rabbi David Greenberg. “We hope everyone will come to our cabaret.” Purim commemorates the Jewish people's escape from Persia, where they were threatened under the rule of Haman.  The performance will be held on Wednesday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Shaaray Tefila.
Greenburgh Tax Reassessment Plan Causes Confusion For Some Greenburgh Tax Reassessment Plan Causes Confusion For Some
Greenburgh Tax Reassessment Plan Causes Confusion For Some GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- For Greenburgh residents seeking answers to their tax reassessment, homeowners have been seeing red rather than green. During the past few days, the Town has received complaints from residents who received tax assessment information from reassessment company, Tyler Technologies. According to Town Supervisor Paul Feiner, those who contacted the town have questions or feel that the assessment numbers Tyler sent them are wrong. "They tried getting through to Tyler and couldn't or were put on hold for long periods of time. That's unacceptable." The Town Board and …
Health Quest Holds Grand Opening For Kingston Plaza Health Quest Holds Grand Opening For Kingston Plaza
Health Quest Holds Grand Opening For Kingston Plaza KINGSTON, N.Y. -- Health Quest Medical Practice held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Monday, March 14 at its new multi-disciplinary medical center in Kingston Plaza at 334 Plaza Road.  The joint event with the Ulster County Regional Chamber of Commerce featured giveaways, food and tours of the 15,000-square-foot $1.8 million medical facility, which houses the group’s primary care, obstetrics, gynecology and rheumatology divisions. “We have always had wonderful, dedicated physicians and staff providing healthcare in Kingston. Now, we have a state-of-the-art medical office that ma…
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