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Heavenly Productions Makes Difference At Ronald McDonald House Heavenly Productions Makes Difference At Ronald McDonald House
Heavenly Productions Makes Difference At Ronald McDonald House Heavenly Productions helped lend a helping hand Saturday. The Armonk-based foundation participated in Make A Difference Day by providing lunch for children and their families at the Ronald McDonald House in Valhalla. Make A Difference Day, started in 1992, is one of the largest annual single-days of service nationwide.  Volunteers served wraps, chips with salsa dip, fruit salad, cookies and Halloween cupcakes. DeCicco & Sons of Armonk donated a tray of turkey, roast beef, tuna, eggplant and chicken cutlet wraps.

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by Sam Barron
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Mahopac Fire District Open House Draws Quite A Crowd Mahopac Fire District Open House Draws Quite A Crowd
Mahopac Fire District Open House Draws Quite A Crowd PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -  Rain did not deter Mahopac residents from turning out to show support for their firefighters and EMS responders during a district open house. The event on Sunday offered residents a chance to meet and get to know the local first responders including all of the fire chiefs. One big fan was four-year-old A.J. Kaoukakis and his mom, Liz. The future firefighter was dressed in turnout gear and got a huge welcome from all in attendance.  Guests were given demonstrations of extrication, CPR, and fire extinguisher instructions. Lunch was also provided. Others on hand includ…

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by Kathy Reakes
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Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department Installs Officers Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department Installs Officers
Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department Installs Officers PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- The Mahopac Falls Volunteer Fire Department held its 80th installation of officers at Villa Barone in Mahopac, Saturday Oct. 28.  This year's incoming Firematic officers were installed by the Hon. James Reitz led by newly minted Chief Brian Sacher, as well as the Administrative officers led by President Hans Schweizer. Highlights of the evening included a dedication of the dinner to longtime member, rescue diver and current Department Treasurer Ralph Harkins. This year's Chiefs Awards were presented to Dive Team Captain Brandon Dwyer and Dive Team Lieutenant Matthew …

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A Westchester' Resident's Love For Beer Leads To An Honorary Knighthood A Westchester' Resident's Love For Beer Leads To An Honorary Knighthood
A Westchester' Resident's Love For Beer Leads To An Honorary Knighthood It's not every day a White Plains resident gets knighted but Chris DeCicco, co-owner of DeCicco & Son’s, with stores in Ardsley, Armonk, Harrison, Larchmont, MIllwood and Pelham, recently got that honor. The grocery store exec was awarded by the Knighthood of the Brewers Mash Staff on Friday, Sept. 1 in Brussels, Belgium. Honorary knights are individuals who have “rendered loyal services to the brewing profession.” This year DeCicco was selected as one of only four Americans. He was only the second retailer in New York State to be honored since the inception of the honorary knighthood b…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Ossining Remembers Graduate Who Died In Beirut Bombing Ossining Remembers Graduate Who Died In Beirut Bombing
Ossining Remembers Graduate Who Died In Beirut Bombing OSSINING, N.Y. -- Ossining remembered one of its fallen heroes Monday.Craig Wyche, who graduated Ossining High School in 1982, was one of 241 people killed in the 1983 terrorist attack at the Beirut International Airport. He was serving as a lance corporal in the US military. On Oct. 23, the 34th anniversary of the bombing, members of his family, veterans, and students gathered on the front lawn to commemorate Wyche. Wyche's brother, Glenn, his daughter Kijafa and cousin Shayla were also at the ceremony. Glenn said his brother was a bright and gifted athlete who could have done anything he…

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by Sam Barron
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Montrose Native, Tony, Emmy Winner, Offers Advice On Saving For Retirement Montrose Native, Tony, Emmy Winner, Offers Advice On Saving For Retirement
Montrose Native, Tony, Emmy Winner, Offers Advice On Saving For Retirement MONTROSE, N.Y. -- Ken Mahoney, a Montrose native, is not a performer but he's already halfway to an EGOT. Mahoney, president of Mahoney Asset Management, published his eighth book, "Life On Your Terms: A GPS to Your Retirement. Mahoney has won multiple Tony Awards for producing "Pippin" and "Porgy and Bess," and multiple Emmys for producing the TV show "Due Process." He is also frequently seen on CNBC and Fox Business. Mahoney said his book is about making it easier for people to understand how to plan for their retirement. "Most people don't like fi…

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by Sam Barron
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Streak Ends: Northern Westchester Native Finally Loses On 'Jeopardy!' Streak Ends: Northern Westchester Native Finally Loses On 'Jeopardy!'
Streak Ends: Northern Westchester Native Finally Loses On 'Jeopardy!' Westchester's own Austin Rogers' prolific -- and historic -- run on "Jeopardy!" is over.  The Pound Ridge native lost on Thursday night, $33,201 to $33,150 to Scarlett Sims, a stay-at-home mom from Tennessee, ending his winning streak at 12 games and $413,000 won. Only four other contestants in the 53-year history of "Jeopard!" have ever won more  money than Rogers, host Alex Trebek said. Rogers, a graduate of Fox Lane, got off to a rough start, losing all of his money on a Daily Double in "Single Jeopardy!" and finishing well behind Sims after round one.  In…

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by Sam Barron
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Who Is Westchester Guest On 'Tonight Show'?: Red-Hot 'Jeopardy!' Champ Who Is Westchester Guest On 'Tonight Show'?: Red-Hot 'Jeopardy!' Champ
Who Is Westchester Guest On 'Tonight Show'?: Red-Hot 'Jeopardy!' Champ The answer: After 12 wins in a row on "Jeopardy!", Pound Ridge native Austin Rogers will be appearing on this talk show Thursday night. The question: What is "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon." Rogers, who won his 12th game in a row Wednesday and will be going for his 13th win in a row on Thursday at 7 p.m. on WABC Channel 7 before he sits down to chat with Fallon which will air at 11:34 p.m. on WNBC Channel 4. Rogers, a Fox Lane graduate, has won more than $400,000. On Wednesday, Rogers again dominated the competition. He entered "Final Jeopardy!" with …

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by Sam Barron
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Westchester 'Jeopardy!' Champion Wins 10th In A Row Westchester 'Jeopardy!' Champion Wins 10th In A Row
Westchester 'Jeopardy!' Champion Wins 10th In A Row Austin Rogers cannot be stopped. The Pound Ridge native racked up another dominating victory on "Jeopardy!" Monday, his 10th win in a row. Rogers, who has become a national sensation during his streak, goes for No. 11 on WABC Channel 7 at 2:07 a.m., due to the New Jersey gubernatorial debate.  On Monday's episode, Rogers, a graduate of Fox Lane High School, easily dispatched his two competitors, entering "Final Jeopardy!" without the chance of being beaten. The category was historical areas and the answer was: An ancient quote mentions this area and three population gro…

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by Sam Barron
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What Is Hot Streak? Westchester Native Goes For Nine In Row On 'Jeopardy!' What Is Hot Streak? Westchester Native Goes For Nine In Row On 'Jeopardy!'
What Is Hot Streak? Westchester Native Goes For Nine In Row On 'Jeopardy!' Austin Rogers just keeps winning. The Pound Ridge native won his eighth game in a row on "Jeopardy!" Thursday night and has become a national sensation. His next game will be at 7 p.m. Friday on WABC-TV Channel 7. Rogers, a Fox Lane High School graduate, shook off an early Daily Double loss and ended up dominating in "Double Jeopardy!", entering "Final Jeopardy!" with a commanding lead. In "Final Jeopardy!", Rogers correctly answered: he played Shakespearean title characters 4 times, receiving Best Actor Oscar nominations each time with: who is Laur…

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by Sam Barron
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Northern Westchester Native Goes Viral As 'Jeopardy!' Win Streak Continues Northern Westchester Native Goes Viral As 'Jeopardy!' Win Streak Continues
Northern Westchester Native Goes Viral As 'Jeopardy!' Win Streak Continues Maybe it's the suits. Or his intense dislike of the band, Eagles. Or the devil-may-care approach to Daily Doubles. Either way, Austin Rogers, who grew up in Pound Ridge, has become a national sensation as his winning streak on "Jeopardy" has reached seven games and he's won $278,300. Rogers goes for his 8th win Thursday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. on WABC-TV Channel 7. Rogers auditioned for the show via the online exam and then attended an in-person audition last October. In April, he got a call from producers inviting him to appear on the show. He knew he was going to do well. "They …

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by Sam Barron
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Northern Westchester Native Stars On 'Jeopardy!' Northern Westchester Native Stars On 'Jeopardy!'
Northern Westchester Native Stars On 'Jeopardy!' The answer: This Westchester native has become the latest "Jeopardy!" contestant to win over America. The question: Who is Austin Rogers? Rogers, who lived in Westchester when his dad worked as a park ranger at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is on a six-game winning streak, having won $257,000. The bartender has also become a viral sensation with his antics on the show. He does funny poses when introduced at the beginning of each episode and makes gestures when he answers questions correctly. Social media has also been a fan of his suits, with people saying they look straight out o…

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by Sam Barron