![By Bob Kimmel– Two community organizations are once again combining their most popular annual events to attract hundreds of participants to Patriots Park on Saturday, April 25th. Presented together, the Rotary Club of the Tarrytown’s Duck Derby and the Family YMCA of Tarrytown’s Healthy Kids Day have consistently drawn large numbers of fans. Attendees will be enjoying a range of activities offering fun, excitement and information, designed both for youngsters and adults as well. The events get underway at 11:00 […]](https://thehudsonindependent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/2021-HI-April-Duck-Derby.jpg)
And They’re Off: Incumbents Lawler and Latimer Officially Launch Re-Election Bids
By Barrett Seaman— Unopposed from within his own party—in fact touted as the GOP’s best hope of retaining control of the House of Representatives, 17th District Congressman Mike Lawler officially launched his re-election camp... More »
Top Class of 2026 Students at Ardsley High School Named
By Rick Pezzullo— The top two students of Ardsley High School’s Class of 2026 were named this week as Khushi Karthikeyan earned the Valedictorian designation and Matthew Kraytman finished as Salutatorian. A National Merit Sch... More »
NY-17 Democratic Candidates Seek Party Support at Forum
By Rick Pezzullo— The three top candidates jockeying to earn the Democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Mike Lawler took part in a forum Thursday night at Manhattanville University. About 350 onlookers watched intently for 9... More »
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GET YOUR DUCKS IN A ROW: THE DERBY AND YMCA’s HEALTHY KIDS DAY IS COMING ON APRIL 25
By Bob Kimmel– Two community organizations are once again combining their most popular annual events to attract hundreds of participants to Patriots Park on Saturday, April 25th. Presented together, the Rotary Club of the Tarrytown’s Duck Derby and the Family ... More »
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NY-17 Democratic Candidates Seek Party Support at Forum
By Rick Pezzullo— The three top candidates jockeying to earn the Democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Mike Lawler took part in a forum Thursday night at Manhattanville University. About 350 onlookers watched intently for 90 minutes as Cait Conley, Beth Davi... More »
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NY-17 Democratic Candidates Seek Party Support at Forum
By Rick Pezzullo— The three top candidates jockeying to earn the Democratic nomination to challenge Rep. Mike Lawler took part in a forum Thursday night at Manhattanville University. About 350 onlookers watched intently for 90 minutes as Cait Conley, Beth Davi... More »
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Top Class of 2026 Students at Ardsley High School Named
By Rick Pezzullo— The top two students of Ardsley High School’s Class of 2026 were named this week as Khushi Karthikeyan earned the Valedictorian designation and Matthew Kraytman finished as Salutatorian. A National Merit Scholarship Finalist and AP Scholar wi... More »
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Micky Dolenz Brings Back 60 Years of Monkees’ Music And Memories To Tarrytown
By W.B. King– As Artemis II was returning from its historic 10-day, 250,000-mile journey around the Moon and back, Micky Dolenz reflected on July 20, 1969, when he, and approximately 150 million other Americans, watched Neil Armstrong and Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin m... More »
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Dobbs Ferry Unveils Food Scrap Recycling Barn
(This story has been updated) By Rick Pezzullo— The Village of Dobbs Ferry kicked off the spring season Friday by showcasing two climate-smart initiatives. Dobbs Ferry Mayor Christy Knell led the celebration at the village’s DPW site at 1 Stanley Avenue that i... More »
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Supporting Mental Health in Adolescence and Beyond: A Conversation with Madeleine Dopico
By Elizabeth Tucker– Sleepy Hollow native Madeleine Dopico launched her psychotherapy practice, Two Point Oh Therapy, last month. With an office in Manhattan, she offers virtual appointments to clients in Westchester and throughout New York State. Her clients... More »
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Dobbs Ferry Leaves Everything On The Court In Final Fall To Woodlands
By Tom Pedulla– For the seniors who led the Dobbs Ferry boys’ basketball team to great heights, the Westchester County Center will always be remembered as the House of Pain. After bowing in the semifinals each of the previous two years, the Eagles finall... More »
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MoreWelcome Home, Cait Conley
Speaking with Brian Lehrer and Timmy Facciola, Jeff Coltin, who was also a co-moderator in the debate held at Manhattanville University on April 9th, was asked about his take on two of the more centrist Democrats in the race, Cait Conley and Beth Davidson. He ... More »
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Tours of Tarrytown Lighthouse in SH to Resume Saturday
By Rick Pezzullo— Public tours of the Tarrytown Lighthouse in Sleepy Hollow will resume on Sat., April 4—10 months after being halted due to vandalism. Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said repairs have been completed at the historic waterfront landmar... More »
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