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To the Editor: Earlier this month the town of Greenburgh sponsored one of the best community events I ever attended – the Greenburgh Repair Café. I’m writing this letter to encourage the community to support a similar event: the Irvington Repair Café which is ... More »
Residents: The Town of Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee applauds Irvington Mayor Jon Siegel and the village’s Board of Trustees for emphatically rejecting opposition to the flying of Pride flags during Pride Month this June. We also appreciate that t... More »
Cindy Collins has fought tirelessly for the people of Greenburgh. When she first moved to E Irvington in 2017, she noticed a small, old, seldom used playground on Taxter Road. She contacted me and other officials arguing that the park should be more acces... More »
To the Editor: In recent weeks some Democrats and Republicans in Congress have done something very positive – they have started to work together. They approved a package to help Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. They prevented a shutdown of the federal government. A... More »
The just approved New York state budget includes a payroll tax credit for local news outlets. With the passage of this bill NYS is the first state in the nation that is incentivizing the hiring and retaining of local journalists. The passage of the budget co... More »
Over 40 local artists will be participating in an artist market on Saturday April 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Richard Presser Park in Hartsdale. Richard Presser Park is located off of Central Ave -just minutes away from the new Barnes & Noble store.... More »
An online petition started just last weekend calling for safety improvements at the crossing leading to the Chauncey Square shopping center, movie theater, hotel and apartments (Saw Mill River Parkway/Lawrence St.) has already been signed by over 1,000 people–... More »
There is a lack of constant police presence on all roads in the region–state, county, local. It’s impossible to be on every street nonstop. I think this concept could encourage drivers to comply with the law. Paul Feiner The Town of Greenburgh now has a digita... More »
As a long-time resident of Sleepy Hollow and a volunteer committed to making our Village a better place, I am upset to read the political statement published by United Sleepy Hollow candidate Matthew Presseau. With his statement and negative tone, he belittles... More »
Letter to the editor of Hudson Independent Sleepy Hollow voters have a chance to decide during our upcoming March 19 election whether they want to move our annual Village elections from March to November, in addition to voting for three trustees out of a field... More »
The town of Greenburgh has submitted a grant to New York State that could lead to the construction of a bicycle/pedestrian path along Route 119 from the South County and North County trail to the Mario Cuomo bridge. If the grant is approved and if the path is ... More »
Greenburgh has a rich history. Gordon Parks, the world famous photographer lived here. So did jazzman Cab Calloway. Comedian Moms Mabley. Jazz pianist Hazel Scott, Roy Campanella, of Brooklyn Dodgers fame, actresses and celebrities. In 2021. Town & Country Mag... More »
The loss of three local weekly newspapers (the Scarsdale Inquirer, Rivertowns Enterprise and Bedford Review Record) is a setback for democracy. These local publication provided area residents with important information about the community. The election cove... More »
Dear Editor, This spring, the Environmental Protection Agency and other federal agencies will finalize transportation pollution rules for light- and heavy-duty vehicles which will impact generations to come and help pave the way for a zero-emission vehicle fut... More »
This is pothole season. If your car is damaged because you went over a pothole on a New York State-owned road between November 15 through May 1 you are out of luck. If the same thing happened on a town, city or village owned road, you can get reimbursed, pro... More »
Dear Editor, Budget season is in full swing, and I write to give readers of this publication some details on the process so far, as well as to encourage you to make yourselves heard during discussions. Following the Governor’s presentation of her budget propos... More »
Unfortunately, it appears that the MTA continues to work diligently to abandon their ownership of the Ardsley-on-Hudson Station in careless disregard for its historic status and elegant architecture. And to make matters worse, this property has not been prope... More »
Despite the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 elections provided so much hope for those of us committed to building a more fair and just government that works for all Americans. Joe Biden’s victory over Donald Trump gave us a leader who actually resp... More »
I read your report “Fatality on Broadway in Tarrytown Highlights Longstanding Risks for Pedestrians”. I am not familiar with the reasons for the fatality but would like to remind readers that the Town of Greenburgh has been distributing free reflectors to re... More »
Within the next few weeks Governor Hochul will have to decide whether to sign or veto legislation that would change the years when the County Executive, town officials run for office. I urge her to veto the legislation. Currently these elections are held in ... More »
