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World Renowned Organist Performs On Good Friday At Bedford Church World Renowned Organist Performs On Good Friday At Bedford Church
World Renowned Organist Performs On Good Friday At Bedford Church BEDFORD, N.Y. – Bedford will be the site of a special and unique music opportunity when Haydn’s “The Seven Last Words of Christ” will be performed by world renowned organist Anthony Newman and choristers at noon on Good Friday at St. Matthew’s Church. In 1783, the Rev. Don José Sáenz de Santa María, a priest from the Oratorio de la Santa Cueva (Holy Cave Oratory) in Cádiz, Spain, commissioned Haydn for a series of musical settings of what are known now as the "Seven Last Words of Christ."  Two of the versions for this piece, “String Quartet” and “Choral,” have become beloved piec…
Dominick Nicholas Divizio, 72, Formerly Of New Milford Dominick Nicholas Divizio, 72, Formerly Of New Milford
Dominick Nicholas Divizio, 72, Formerly Of New Milford NEW MILFORD, N.J. – Dominick Nicholas Divizio, of Toms River and formerly of New Milford, died Sunday, March 20. He was 72. Born in West New York to Antoinette Villani and Dominick Divizio Sr., he lived most of his life in New Milford.  He was a passionate man who enjoyed fishing, hunting and telling funny stories. He worked as the owner of a plumbing and heating business. In his spare time, he enjoyed umpiring Little League baseball, coaching basketball and playing with his grandchildren. He is survived by his spouse and best friend, Ellen; four children, Linnea Pantaleone and her husban…
Harrison Residents Honored At UJA Federation Event Harrison Residents Honored At UJA Federation Event
Harrison Residents Honored At UJA Federation Event PORT CHESTER, N.Y. -- A record-breaking 550 guests joined UJA-Federation of New York on Thursday, March 10, for a performance by The Fab Faux at the historic Capitol Theatre in Port Chester for “Westchester Celebration: All Together Now.” The event honored longtime leaders Jane and Norman Alpert of Harrison, and Sherry and Robert Wiener of Mamaroneck. Proceeds from the event benefitted UJA-Federation, which cares for New Yorkers of all backgrounds and for Jews everywhere, connects people to their Jewish communities, and responds to crises in New York, Israel and around the world. The eveni…
Mary DeFalco, 93, Ossining Resident Mary DeFalco, 93, Ossining Resident
Mary DeFalco, 93, Ossining Resident OSSINING, N.Y. – Mary DeFalco, a lifelong resident of Ossining, died Friday, March 18. She was 93. She is survived by her children, Tim and Denise; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and her brother, Charles Verderame. She was predeceased by her husband, Gerald; a daughter, Susan; and six brothers. Visiting will take place Monday from 4-8 p.m. at Dorsey Funeral Home, 14 Emwilton Place, Ossining. Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Augustine Church in Ossining. Interment will take place at St. Augustine Cemetery.
Drivers Warned Of Road Repairs, Congestion In Edgewater On Tuesday Drivers Warned Of Road Repairs, Congestion In Edgewater On Tuesday
Drivers Warned Of Road Repairs, Congestion In Edgewater On Tuesday EDGEWATER, N.J. – Road repair work on River Road on Tuesday could cause congestion and traffic headaches for Edgewater residents. Suez Water will make repairs on River Road at Hooks Lane from 9 a.m. to approximately 2 p.m. Alternating traffic into one lane can create congestion and backups. Drivers are urged to use Route 5.
Danbury Mayor Boughton To Receive Small Business Advocate Award Danbury Mayor Boughton To Receive Small Business Advocate Award
Danbury Mayor Boughton To Receive Small Business Advocate Award DANBURY, Conn. – Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton will receive a Small Business Advocate Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors for his efforts and support of small business in the city at a Small Business Day event at Danbury City Hall on Tuesday from 8 to 10 a.m. The award is given by Partner America, a public-private partnership created by the US Conference of Mayors to assist mayors in providing the resources and information small businesses need to thrive within their local communities and the global economy. “As mayor of the City of Danbury, I am so proud to have so many successful bus…
Hackensack Music Students Performing At Bergen Town Center Hackensack Music Students Performing At Bergen Town Center
Hackensack Music Students Performing At Bergen Town Center HACKENSACK, N.J. – Hackensack Schools’ music department will celebrate “Music In Our Schools" with multiple concerts at the Bergen Town Center starting Wednesday, March 30. Music students from all grade levels in the district will perform. Concert schedule: Wednesday, March 30 10 a.m.: Hackensack Middle School Band – Michael MacVicar 11 a.m.: Hackensack High School Band – Lisa MacVicar 1:30 p.m.: Fairmount Elementary Chorus and Band – Jessica Davilla and Vincent Cutro Thursday, March 31 9:30 a.m.: Parker School Elementary Chorus and Band – Vincent Cutro 1:15 p.m.: Jackson…
Happy Birthday To Dumont's Michale Graves Happy Birthday To Dumont's Michale Graves
Happy Birthday To Dumont's Michale Graves DUMONT, N.J. – Happy birthday to Dumont’s Michale Graves! Graves, a Dumont native, turns 41 today. The singer and songwriter was born March 21, 1975. He is well known as the lead singer for the 1990s re-incarnation of the Misfits from 1995-98 and again from late 1998 until late 2000. Graves' voice can be found on “American Psycho,” “Famous Monsters,” backup vocals on the 1999 single “Monster Mash” and “Cuts from the Crypt.” He also has released albums as a solo artist.
Redding Writer Tellin Tales Of Global Golfing Journey At Mark Twain Library Redding Writer Tellin Tales Of Global Golfing Journey At Mark Twain Library
Redding Writer Tellin Tales Of Global Golfing Journey At Mark Twain Library REDDING, Conn. — Redding resident John Steinbreder, an award-winning journalist and golf writer, will present his newest work, “From Turnberry to Tasmania: Adventures of a Traveling Golfer,” on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Mark Twain Library in Redding. Author of 19 books, senior writer for Global Golf Post and a former writer and reporter at Sports Illustrated, Steinbreder will also share a rare behind-the-scenes look at this year’s Masters Golf Tournament, which he will be covering for Masters.com. Steinbreder’s newest book blends the most interesting locales around the world with the fin…
Greenwich's Bruce Museum Exhibit Explores Animals In Children's Art Greenwich's Bruce Museum Exhibit Explores Animals In Children's Art
Greenwich's Bruce Museum Exhibit Explores Animals In Children's Art GREENWICH, Conn. – The Bruce Museum in Greenwich offers a new adventure into the world of animals beginning Saturday, March 26 when the exhibition “Wild Reading: Animals in Children’s Book Art” opens. Through more than 30 contemporary and historic illustrations, the show explores the colorful lives of wild animals, both realistic and exaggerated. Original works by artists such as Quentin Blake (illustrator of books by Roald Dahl and others), Eric Carle, Wendell Minor, Maurice Sendak and others demonstrate the wide range of styles and visual elements used in children’s literature – from colo…
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