As spring gives way to summer, May and June emerge as months of profound celebration, marking both personal and cultural milestones. These months are filled with transitions, and moments of joy that bring people together. From academic achievements to weddings, from honoring parents to commemorating … [Read More...] about May & June: My Sweet Spot
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Adieu…and Not on Deadline
Elise has graciously provided this space for a ‘final’ goodbye to Inside Press readers from its founding publisher – yours truly! Upon launching the Inside Press with the Inside Chappaqua title in the spring of 2003, I had no concrete idea about the incredibly rewarding ride I was … [Read More...] about Adieu…and Not on Deadline
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Basso by PXK: Local Italian Restaurant Aims to Please, Chef Peter Kelley Brings Us Culinary Magic
Chappaqua foodies can now rejoice thanks to Basso by PXK, an Italian restaurant formerly known as Basso 56 on Lower King Street. The restaurant now features a new Culinary Director celebrated chef … [Read More...] about Basso by PXK: Local Italian Restaurant Aims to Please, Chef Peter Kelley Brings Us Culinary Magic
A Passion for Family, Community & Food
A long-held tradition on high school graduation day in Armonk is celebrating at Moderne Barn Restaurant. Flashy balloons adorn each table which is decorated with colors of the graduate’s future … [Read More...] about A Passion for Family, Community & Food
What’s Poppin’ in Pleasantville
There’s an exciting new food shop in Pleasantville, which is really like 25 restaurants rolled into one. The village welcomed Wonder on March 20, the rapidly expanding food delivery and … [Read More...] about What’s Poppin’ in Pleasantville
Mother’s Day Tribute to Local Momtrepreneurs
Celebrating Power Moms: Local Momtrepreneurs Turned Dreams into Reality This Mother's Day, we honor 4 incredible women who balance motherhood and entrepreneurship with unwavering determination. In … [Read More...] about Mother’s Day Tribute to Local Momtrepreneurs
John Berman: A Father/CNN Anchor in Turbulent Times
For most American news consumers, the past decade or so has felt like a never-ending rollercoaster ride. For a news anchor and correspondent like Armonk resident John Berman, who co-anchors … [Read More...] about John Berman: A Father/CNN Anchor in Turbulent Times
What’s New & Noteworthy in Armonk
With Town Supervisor Joe Rende at the helm, North Castle is thriving. Born and raised in Westchester County, North Castle Town Supervisor Rende ran his family’s home heating oil business … [Read More...] about What’s New & Noteworthy in Armonk
Off The Air: Pleasantville’s PCTV To Go Dark
Pleasantville Community Television (PCTV) has filmed important moments in the village during the past 25 years. Its studio on Lake Street, and for many years before at its Jackson Alley space, has … [Read More...] about Off The Air: Pleasantville’s PCTV To Go Dark
Reflections on the Greeley Class of 2025
The Horace Greeley High School graduating class of 2025 entered Greeley during COVID-19, a time of chaos and uncertainty. This class began its high school journey under such abnormal circumstances, … [Read More...] about Reflections on the Greeley Class of 2025
Thriving Through Challenges: Pleasantville Class of 2025
“Enter to learn, go forth to serve.” As Pleasantville High School (PHS) students enter the front door of their school building each day, they see these words proudly displayed. This … [Read More...] about Thriving Through Challenges: Pleasantville Class of 2025
Byram Hills Class of 2025 Prepares to Graduate
As spring arrives and the school year at Byram Hills High School nears its end, it’s a great time to reflect on the accomplishments and challenges of the graduating class of 2025. I had the … [Read More...] about Byram Hills Class of 2025 Prepares to Graduate
LifeWorx Celebrates 20 Years of Delivering Peace of Mind
20 years ago, Bal Agrawal faced a problem familiar to many Americans: finding a caregiver he could trust for his family member. What he discovered instead was a fragmented, impersonal industry filled … [Read More...] about LifeWorx Celebrates 20 Years of Delivering Peace of Mind
What Can AI Really Do? – A Thought Provoking Conversation by David Pogue
Six-time Emmy winner and bestselling author David Pogue attracted an engaged audience at the Chappaqua Performing Arts Center on March 15th. The five-time TED speaker broke down AI’s rapid … [Read More...] about What Can AI Really Do? – A Thought Provoking Conversation by David Pogue
Pam Gittleman’s Nursery Rhymes for Kinder Times
We've all grown up listening to classic nursery rhymes and if you're a parent, grandparent or caregiver, chances are you have a rotation of them in your daily reading repertoire with the kids. But … [Read More...] about Pam Gittleman’s Nursery Rhymes for Kinder Times
Theatre Comes Alive at Arc Stages in Pleasantville
The creative arts bring forth emotions, feelings, and experiences and helps both youth and adults tap into personal growth toward living a more purposeful life. Arc Stages, a multifaceted arts … [Read More...] about Theatre Comes Alive at Arc Stages in Pleasantville
Playing With Purpose – A Student Athlete’s View on Sports Advocacy
As a sports fanatic from a young age, I spent most of my formative years on an ice rink, soccer field, tennis court or baseball field. My involvement in sports has been an integral part of my social … [Read More...] about Playing With Purpose – A Student Athlete’s View on Sports Advocacy
The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation
What if you were told that you or a loved one needed a kidney transplant in order to survive but were having difficulty finding a match? Currently there are 90,000 people on the waiting list for a … [Read More...] about The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation
Steven Baruch – An Unexpected Path to Producing on Broadway & Building a Legacy
In honor of upcoming Father’s Day, I sat down with Steven Baruch, adored father of Inside Press’ new publisher and editor, Elise Trainor. Baruch is a Broadway producer who has produced … [Read More...] about Steven Baruch – An Unexpected Path to Producing on Broadway & Building a Legacy
Spring into Action: How to Responsibly Discard Unwanted Items
With the start of longer and warmer days, millions of people around the world are reminded to participate in the subconscious tradition of ‘spring cleaning’. The seasonal phenomenon dates … [Read More...] about Spring into Action: How to Responsibly Discard Unwanted Items
Sparkling Rosé Renaissance
As the days grow longer, there’s no better way to celebrate the vibrancy of spring and summer than with a glass of sparkling rosé. Effervescent, refreshing, and delightfully pink, this seasonal … [Read More...] about Sparkling Rosé Renaissance
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What Is The Best Advice You Ever Received?
Steve Biren “Be easy on the people, but hard on the issues.’ This advice has served me well in my careers as a ‘rocket scientist’ engineer and an intellectual property attorney and has been revived in retirement as I administer several social media groups. So many people … [Read More...] about What Is The Best Advice You Ever Received?
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