Westchester's Newest Artist  'smudegeout' Brings Chill Sound To Music Scene Westchester's Newest Artist  'smudegeout' Brings Chill Sound To Music Scene
Westchester's Newest Artist 'smudegeout' Brings Chill Sound To Music Scene Music was one of the most — if not the most— important and loved parts of high school for Deanna Fielding, who goes by “smudgeout” in the music world and is a 2020 graduate of Valhalla High School. The switch to online learning may have put an end to her participation in chorus, band, jazz band, vocal ensemble and jazz combo, but it gave her time to work on her own music. The rising freshman at the University of New Haven, who plans to study sound technology, recently released her first short album, “There is so much to eat and so much to drink, so why waste?” The Valhalla native began pia…
Bridgeport's Ruth Kobren, 99, Mother, Volunteer — Woman Of 'The Greatest Generation' Bridgeport's Ruth Kobren, 99, Mother, Volunteer — Woman Of 'The Greatest Generation'
Bridgeport's Ruth Kobren, 99, Mother, Volunteer — Woman Of 'The Greatest Generation' Ruth Kobren, of Bridgeport, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 22 in her home. She was 99.  Ruth, daughter of the late Joseph and Sarah Spevack, was born in Brooklyn, NY, and was pre-deceased by her beloved husband Dr. Abraham Kobren and son Robert. Mrs. Kobren is survived by her children, Susan Morrison and her husband, Dr. Murray Morrison; Dr. Leonard Kobren and his wife Barbara; Roberta Simon and her husband Mark; her grandchildren, Jennifer Kanfer, Sarah Kleinhandler, Adam Kobren, Benjamin Kobren, Lauren Simon O’Brien and by her eight great-grandchildren, Noah, Rebecca, Abbe, L…
COVID-19: Pools In Westchester Close After Workers Test Positive COVID-19: Pools In Westchester Close After Workers Test Positive
Covid-19: Pools In Westchester Close After Workers Test Positive Two pools in Westchester have been temporarily shut down due to concerns of the spread of COVID-19. The Westchester County Department of Health announced that the Mount Pleasant Pool in Valhalla and Hommocks Pool in Mamaroneck are temporarily closed after workers tested positive for the virus or were in close proximity with someone exposed to COVID-19. Officials said that the pool employees are isolating at home, and have not been at the pools in days. “As part of its response, the Health Department inspects the pools, reviews records, interviews those who tested positive to identify othe…
WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…
WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…
WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals WMCHealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals
Wmchealth Updates Visitation Guidelines At Network Hospitals Updated visitation guidelines went into effect at all Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) hospitals that enable patient visitation for up to two support persons, designated by the patient or healthcare proxy. WMCHealth worked closely with the New York State Department of Health on the visitation update, which is in alignment with all state guidelines and helps ensure the safety of our patients, their caregivers, our workforce members, and the community. Please visit each hospital’s website for additional visitation information and the most current updates. The new visitatio…
Here Are School Election Results In Westchester Here Are School Election Results In Westchester
Here Are School Election Results In Westchester Some of the results from New York’s first all-mail school elections are trickling in as districts work to count the ballots. As of Wednesday, June 17, no school districts in Westchester County have reported that their budgets failed, while many of the incumbent school board members look likely to maintain their seats. In May, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order that said all school elections will be held by mail, later rescheduling them and extending the final date for ballots to Tuesday, June 16. Some results are in, with others expected later in the week on Thursday or F…
Around Westchester Schools: Best HS In History, Andy Pallotta Again President Of Teachers Union Around Westchester Schools: Best HS In History, Andy Pallotta Again President Of Teachers Union
Around Westchester Schools: Best HS In History, Andy Pallotta Again President Of Teachers Union Andy Pallotta, a former Valhalla resident who taught in New York City elementary schools, was elected to a second three-year term as president of the New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) union. His re-election was part of the Representative Assembly meeting — the first-ever virtual meeting in the union's history. Executive Vice President Jolene DiBrango, a former Pittsford middle school teacher and New York State Teachers’ Retirement System Board member, was also re-elected. The election came as educators continue to be challenged since schools closed mid-March due to the novel cornaviru…
COVID-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases COVID-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases
Covid-19: Two Westchester Beaches To Open For Memorial Day Weekend, Rundown Of New Cases A pair of beaches in Westchester will be open for Memorial Day Weekend as the county continues to see novel coronavirus (COVID-19) hospitalization, infection, and fatality rates continue to trend in the right direction. Beaches at Playland and Croton Point will be open, though beach-goers will still have to adhere to social distancing protocol to help curb any spread of the virus. Westchester County Executive George Latimer noted that the Playland amusement park will remain closed through at least the end of July, the Fourth of July fireworks displays at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla and Fr…
Ages, Residences Released Of Three Young New Yorkers Who Died From COVID-19 Linked Illness Ages, Residences Released Of Three Young New Yorkers Who Died From COVID-19 Linked Illness
Ages, Residences Released Of Three Young New Yorkers Who Died From Covid-19 Linked Illness The age ranges and places of residence have been released for two children and a teenager who died of possible complications from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) involving swollen blood vessels and heart problems. According to health officials, “while rare, we are seeing evidence that COVID-19 can cause severe illness in children.”  Statewide, there have been 73 reported cases of the syndrome, which is marked by symptoms are similar to Kawasaki disease, a rare inflammatory condition in children,and toxic shock-like syndrome. Most of the cases involve elementary-age children …
COVID-19: Moratorium On Evictions Extended; NY Sees 'Fairly Significant' Hospitalization Drop COVID-19: Moratorium On Evictions Extended; NY Sees 'Fairly Significant' Hospitalization Drop
Covid-19: Moratorium On Evictions Extended; NY Sees 'Fairly Significant' Hospitalization Drop New York is extending a rent relief measure on residential and commercial properties for 60 days to help families and business owners struggling during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. During his daily COVID-19 briefing on Thursday, May 7, held in Westchester County at the New York Medical College in Valhalla, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that renters will be protected from late fees and eviction from landlords through Thursday, Aug. 20. Cuomo also reported positive news regarding a drop in COVID-19 hospitalizations. “You cannot be evicted for nonpayment of rent,” Cuomo said. “I und…
Longtime, Popular Westchester HS Coach Dies From Complications Of COVID-19 Longtime, Popular Westchester HS Coach Dies From Complications Of COVID-19
Longtime, Popular Westchester HS Coach Dies From Complications Of Covid-19 Family, students, friends, and fellow employees are grieving the loss of a mainstay of the Valhalla School District for more than 40 years from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Nicholas Modugno, 91, died on Wednesday, April 29, from complications of COVID-19.  Modugno was known to all simply as Mr. D. or Coach D., said William McGuinn, the former president and a member of the Valhalla Board of Education. He taught and coached the children of Valhalla for more than 40 years, spanning into six decades. Even after his retirement in 2000, Modugno continued to be an ever-presen…