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Jay Waitkus

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Neighbors

Teaneck Synagogue Hosts Forum On Developments In Middle East TEANECK, N.J. -- The American Israel Public Affairs Committee is holding a forum on Wednesday, Feb. 17, at 7:30 p.m. at Congregation Rinat Yisrael, 389 West Englewood Avenue. The evening will feature Bret Stephens, Pulitzer Prize winner and columnist at The Wall Street Journal, as he discusses the latest developments in the Middle East and their impact on America and Israel. For security purposes, those who plan on attending are asked to RSVP at www.aipac.org/teaneckcommunityevent. To request more information, send an email to akahane@aipac.org.

02/09/2016

Lifestyle

Ridgewood Young Professional Exchange Holds Networking Event RIDGEWOOD, N.J. -- The Ridgewood Young Professional Exchange, an organization that provides opportunities for local business professionals age 40 and under to meet and interact, is holding its winter networking event on Monday, Feb. 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Ridgewood Tobacco Shop, 10 Chestnut St. Cost to attend is $12 per person. For more information, contact Allison Friedman at afriedman@ywcabergencounty.org. To register for the event, click here.

02/09/2016

Police & Fire

Putnam Sheriff's Deputy Arrests Dutchess Man On Heroin Charge PHILIPSTOWN, N.Y. -- The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Dutchess County man on a heroin possession charge. A deputy stopped a motorist who had committed a traffic violation on Route 9D in the Town of Philipstown on Friday, Feb. 5, officials report. The deputy determined that the driver, identified as Anthony O’Neil Nash Jr., 29, of Wappingers Falls, held a suspended license, according to police. The deputy also determined that Nash was in possession of a quantity of heroin, police report. Nash was charged with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle in the thir…

02/08/2016

Police & Fire

Ramapo Police Charge Suspect With Marijuana Possession RAMAPO, N.Y. -- Ramapo police have charged an unidentified suspect with marijuana possession following a traffic stop. An officer stopped a motor vehicle in the village of Airmont for a traffic violation on Saturday, according to officials. Upon further investigation, a passenger was charged with unlawful possession of marijuana and an outstanding bench warrant, police report.

02/08/2016

Police & Fire

State Police Report Results Of Putnam Underage Drinking Detail PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- A drinking-age enforcement operation launched by the New York State Police revealed that Putnam County-area businesses were compliant with state laws. The state police conducted an underage drinking enforcement operation in Putnam County on Saturday, officials report. Seven retail establishments were checked by using plainclothes investigators supported by uniformed troopers, according to police. All were found to be compliant with state laws, police report. The state police were assisted by the Carmel Police Department, according to officials. State police, with i…

02/08/2016

Politics

Somers' Phil Oliva Launches Congressional Bid MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Joined by more than 100 supporters at Four Brothers Restaurant, Somers resident Phil Oliva recently kicked off his congressional campaign for the 18th District, saying that the "country is heading in the wrong direction, Washington is broken and that only strong, principled leadership will help get the country back on the right track." Oliva, a Republican, wasted little time in leveling sharp criticism at the nation’s leaders. "We have a $19 trillion national debt, 94 million Americans are out of the workforce, we're under attack by terrorists, our allies n…

02/08/2016

Events

New Canaan Historical Society To Host Children's Tea And Craft Event NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- The New Canaan Historical Society is hosting a "Valentine’s Day Tea and Craft Workshop" for children age 5 to 11 on Friday, Feb. 12, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Participants will get to prepare their own afternoon tea and treats, and create a special Valentine’s Day craft in the Victorian tradition. The cost per child is $15 for members, and $20 for non-members. Reservations for the event are required. For more information, call 203-966-1776. The Historical Society is located at 13 Oenoke Ridge Road.

02/08/2016

Neighbors

Monroe Library Hosting 'Dinner And A Movie Night' For Teens MONROE, Conn. -- The Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, 733 Monroe Turnpike, is hosting its next teen “Dinner and a Movie Night,” on Friday, Feb. 12. Teens in grades seven through 12 can enjoy pizza bagels and a film after-hours in the library during the event. Registration is required, and limited to 16. The event begins at 6 p.m. Since the library will be closed, participants must use the back door to get in. For more information, call the library at (203) 452-2852, or click here.

02/08/2016

Events

Bridgeport Library To Screen "Straight Outta Compton" BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – The Bridgeport Public Library’s Black Rock Branch will commemorate Black History Month with a screening of "Straight Outta Compton" on Thursday, Feb. 11, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The film, directed by F. Gary Gray, traces the career of Compton, California-based rap group NWA. The movie is rated R, with a running time of 147 minutes. Free Refreshments will be served at the screening. Nonperishable food donations to the Black Rock Food Pantry will be accepted at the event. For more information, contact John Soltis at 203 576-7025. The Black Rock Branch is loca…

02/08/2016

Police & Fire

Police Chiefs Association Honors Fairfield's McCarthy Vahey With Award FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Connecticut Police Chiefs Association recently presented State Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahey (D-Fairfield) with a legislative award in recognition of her efforts on behalf of law enforcement in Connecticut. McCarthy Vahey thanked the group for the honor and praised them for their work. "Thank you to the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association for this recognition of my efforts to enhance law enforcement," she said. "I believe all of them deserve an award – especially Fairfield's own Deputy Chief Christopher Lyddy and Chief Gary MacNamara."

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