Facts of Life
June 12, 2024 at 11:26 p.m.
Greenwich Hospital President Diane Kelly, DNP, RN has announced her plans to retire at the end of this calendar year, culminating a career spanning more than four decades. She has served as the hospital president since June 2020 and has also served as chief nursing executive for Yale New Haven Health since 2022.
Happy birthday and many happy legal notices and meeting minutes to Port Chester Village Clerk Janusz Richards who celebrates June 21.
Happy birthday to former Westmore News reporter Claire Racine who celebrates June 15. Best wishes from the staff.
The next Port Chester High School Marching Band bottle and can recycling collection will be Sun., June 16, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Middle School parking lot on Bowman Avenue, Rye Brook. Collections generally take place on the first and third Sunday of each month. Call 914/200-1464 for updated information.
The League of Women Voters of Westchester County has announced that Early Voting for the 2024 Primaries will run Sat., June 15-Sun., June 23 at the Rye Brook Firehouse, 940 King St. Hours: June 15, 16, 22 & 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; June 17, 19 & 21, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; June 18 & 20, 12-8 p.m. The Primary Election will be Tues., June 25.
The DMV Mobile Unit will be at the Westchester Mall, 125 Westchester Ave., White Plains Sat. & Sun., June 15 & 16 and Sun., July 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for residents to get their REAL ID that is required by the federal government to board a domestic flight. A standard license will no longer be accepted; only a REAL ID or Enhanced License. For information about REAL ID and Enhanced Driver Licenses, go to dmv.ny.gov/REALID
Alyssa Arnett, Brandon Farewell and Ashley Ferraro, all of Port Chester, have been named to the SUNY Cortland Spring 2024 President's List. To qualify for the President's List, students must earn a grade of A- or better in each of their classes while carrying a course load of 12 hours or more. Alyssa is majoring in Inclusive Childhood Education; Brandon is majoring in Adolescence Education: Social Studies; Ashley is majoring in Social Philosophy.
Alejandro Fajardo and Arlette Peralta of Port Chester and Alexa McRedmond of Rye Brook have been named to the Dean’s List for Spring 2024 at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during the semester to make the Dean's List. Alejandro is studying Accounting; Arlette is studying Video/Television and Film and Alexa is studying Theater Arts.
Zavier Garcia of Port Chester, a junior who is majoring in English and Theatre and Performance Media at Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic, has been named to the Spring 2024 Dean’s List. To qualify for Dean's List, full-time students must complete a minimum of 12 credits in letter-graded courses with an average GPA of 3.5 or higher in the semester.
Abby Zahl of Rye Brook was named to the Spring 2024 President's List at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Miami University students ranked in the top three percent of undergraduate students within each division for the spring 2024 semester have been named to the President's List recognizing academic excellence.
Jordan Franck of Rye Brook, a student in the College of Letters and Science at the University of Wisconsin, Madison has been named to the Dean's List for the spring 2023-2024 academic year. Ellie Goldstein of Rye Brook, a student in the School of Human Ecology, has been named to the Dean's Honor List. To be eligible for the Dean's List, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits in that semester. Each university, school or college sets its own GPA requirements for students to be eligible to receive the distinction.
Jenna Provenzano of Port Chester and Carly Ceja of Rye Brook have been named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List at the University of Rhode Island in Kingston. To be included on the Dean's List, full-time students must have completed 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable during a semester and achieved at least a 3.30 quality point average. Part-time students qualify with the accumulation of 12 or more credits for letter grades which are GPA applicable earning at least a 3.30 quality point average.
Alyssa Argueta of Port Chester was named to the Dean's List for the spring 2024 term at the University of Maryland Global Campus in Adelphi. To be eligible for the honor, a student must have completed at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.5.
Alexa McRedmond of Rye Brook graduated from Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y. in May, earning a degree in Theater Arts.
Ariana Pareja-Becerra of Port Chester plans to major in Architectural Technology at the New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury, N.Y. starting in the fall 2024 semester.
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has launched the New York Mobile ID, a highly secure digital version of a state-issued driver license, learner permit or ID on a smartphone. The Mobile ID is a voluntary product designed for the convenience and security of New Yorkers and is available to IOS and Android users. Anyone who has a valid, state-issued driver license, learner permit or non-driver ID can download the secure Mobile ID app through Google Play or the App Store.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced the return of free Bee-Line Bus Rides for this summer from July 1-Sept. 2 on all Bee-Line buses including Para Transit. Fare-free service will provide residents and visitors with a convenient and cost-effective transportation option throughout the County. For information on schedules and routes, go to www.westchestergov.com/beeline or call 914/813-7777.
Participants in the Hudson Gateway Association of REALTORS® Foundation’s “Dancing with the Stars.”Photo credit: John Vecchiolla
The Westchester County Clerk's Office has announced extended evening hours for their popular mobile passport services from 5-8 p.m. at 110 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., White Plains. The U.S. Department of State estimates standard passport processing times at 6 to 8 weeks and expedited at 2-3 weeks, with an additional charge. Remember to bring all necessary documents, like proof of citizenship (birth certificate, consular report of birth abroad, or naturalization certificate) and proof of identity (driver’s license or government-issued ID). For renewal applicants, there are specific guidelines to follow, and for minors under 16, both parents need to be present, unless specific conditions apply. All details and forms are on their website: www.WestchesterClerk.com. Fees: $130 for adults; $100 for minors under 16. Payment is by money order or check payable to the U.S. Department of State, plus a $35 service fee payable to the Westchester County Clerk (credit card, money order, or check). Passport photos are $10 each ($7 for seniors). For questions, call 914/995-3082 during the week or go to the website.
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum, located in the footprints of the Twin Towers in NYC, offers free admission exclusively to New Yorkers on the first Monday of each month, providing New Yorkers a special opportunity to see the Museum with one another and to reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed the city and nation in the wake of 9/11. The Memorial can be visited daily 8 a.m.-8 p.m.; the Museum is open Wed.-Mon., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. For regular admission rates, go to https://visit911memorial.org
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced the debut of the new Westchester Craft Beverage Trail and free online passport. The trail includes more than 24 distilleries, craft breweries and cideries throughout the region. A free, online passport for users 21 and older allows them to easily sip and savor their way across the County while earning rewards for fun items reflecting Westchester’s craft culture. Learn more at www.visitwestchestercounty.com/things-to-do/dining/craft-beverage/trail/
Gov. Kathy Hochul has designated four more Free Fishing Days in New York this year: June 29 & 30, Sept. 28 and Nov. 11. During these days, the fishing license requirement is waived for freshwater fishing on New York’s waters. The Free Fishing Days program provides a great opportunity for aspiring anglers to try freshwater fishing for the first time or former anglers to reconnect with one of America’s favorite pastimes.
Congregation K.T.I. is participating again this school year in Food 2 Grow On to provide bags of groceries each weekend and during school vacations to alleviate hunger and food insecurity among elementary-school aged children at Edison, Park Avenue and King Street schools in Port Chester. They also welcome checks made payable to Food 2 Grow On, mailed c/o the Rotary Club, P.O. Box. 26, Port Chester, NY 10573. Food donations needed include: healthy cereal, peanut butter (14-16 oz. jars), tuna fish, canned fruit (14-18 oz. cans)—store brands are OK. Food donations can be dropped in the bins at 48 Meadowlark Rd., Rye Brook. For questions or to arrange a pickup of donations call Leslie at 914/939-8659 or email her at [email protected]
At Congregation KTI it is a Mitzvah (good deed) moment for all to help feed those in the community who are needy. All food collected in KTI’s ongoing drive is being given to the Salvation Army in Port Chester. Food requested includes cans of tuna, chicken, vegetables, beans and fruit as well as pasta, 10-16 oz. bags/boxes of white rice, snacks, shelf-stable milk, healthy cereals, macaroni and cheese and canned meals like Chef-Boy-r-Dee, chili, etc. The food can be left in bins in Leslie Brandeis Novack's driveway at 48 Meadowlark Rd., Rye Brook.
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