9/11@25: Ceremony mixes remembrance with respect for those who serve
“Twenty-five years after the attacks of September 11, we pause to remember a day that changed our nation and
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Lighthouse Swim raises $67K for trio of charities
Eighty-four swimmers crossed the Hudson River from Memorial Park in Nyack to Kingsland Point Park in Sleepy Hollow during
Dispatch and Independent intend to join forces to serve six communities
This isn’t one of those Debbie Downer stories about yet another local news organization shuttering its doors or getting
SummerArts camp offers children an array of art forms
By Rita Walton As the dog days of summer settle in, Rivertowns children can stay cool and creative at SummerArts.
Grads get messages of love and connection
The sun and the wind, as well as family and friends, turned out for the Irvington High School graduation at
Grads urged to act with honor and grace
Though the weather forecast had threatened showers, the rain held off for Hastings High School’s 118th commencement at Reynolds
Garden restores legacy of 14 WWII vets
By Rita Walton The Ardsley Historical Society held a dedication ceremony for the Lewisohn Memorial Garden at Ardsley High School
Town officials clash over cost of healthcare buyout program
By David McKay Wilson Greenburgh town officials are debating the Town’s health insurance buyout plan, which gives municipal employees
Hoops net funds for blood cancer nonprofit
By Rita Walton Though the winning team received medals, the Bulldogs Beat Cancer 3v3 Basketball Tournament was about more than
Spelling bee buzz to raise funds for Irvington Library
By Rita Walton The Friends of the Irvington Library Community-wide Spelling Bee will be back at Irvington Theater on
Experts offer tips on tackling aging issues on one’s own
By Rita Walton Wintry weather didn’t discourage attendance at “Aging with Intention: Tools for Solo Agers,” a workshop offered
High school to shift schedule starting in September
By Leah Tubman The following story resulted from the Rivertowns Dispatch’s Lab Program, through which professional journalists mentor high
Event personalizes veterans on banners
By Laura Schiller “He was one hell of a man — a father, a grandfather, a husband, and an incredible friend.