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Service Keeps Seniors and Pets Together

April 19, 2012|Chris Williams
Volunteers help seniors maintain their pets.

Everyone knows having a pet is a big responsibility; they require constant care...

Volunteer Firehouses Statewide Opening Their Doors This Weekend

April 18, 2012|Kris Venezia
RecruitNY is hoping to attract new members with the program.

Volunteer fire departments statewide have lost a lot of members...

Guided Hike to Rockland's Abandoned Town On Tap

April 16, 2012|Will Germain
Former resident of Doodletown will accompany hikers

A public health initiative in Rockland County, takes people on guided...

The Muppets are the 2012 Family Ambassadors

April 13, 2012|Alen Kanlic
The Family Ambassador program has new spokespersons.

The Muppets are coming to New York City.

Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy...

Titanic: NYC Burial Sites

April 12, 2012|Julie Clark
Twelve victims and survivors are buried in Woodlawn Cemetery

This weekend marks the one-hundredth anniversary of the sinking...

New Recycling Facility Opens in Westchester

April 12, 2012|Chris Williams
Propane from unused barbecue tanks will heat Valhalla facility.

 Westchester County residents now have a safe and convenient...

LES Skate Park Gets Makeover

April 11, 2012|Chris Williams
Nike grant funds Coleman Skate Park revamp.

Soon, Coleman Oval Skate Park on Manhattan’s Lower East Side will get a major...

New iPhone App Designed to Thwart Sexual Assault

April 06, 2012|Alen Kanlic
Circle of 6 app tackles rape prevention.

Want to find the nearest sushi bar? There’s an app for that. Want to launch cartoon...

Cars Hit the Stage at the New York International Auto Show

April 06, 2012|Kris Venezia
Automakers are showcasing trademark models.

Automobile makers are flexing their muscles at this year's New York...

Leftover Jellybeans Can Make a Difference

April 06, 2012|Marisa Galdi
Charities welcome candy donations.

With Easter fast approaching, many people are stocking up on jelly beans, chocolate...