There’s something about late spring that feels like a collective exhale. The pace softens, the light lingers, and suddenly our calendars are filled with reasons to gather and celebrate with family and friends. May, June, and July belong to milestones - and to the people who make them … [Read More...] about Celebrating Moms, Dads & Grads
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What Home Feels Like: Pride & Fatherhood in Pleasantville
On a sunny afternoon last June, as rainbow flags swayed in the lawn outside Emanuel Lutheran Church, Ben Gelinas was no longer worried about logistics, turnout, or whether everything had gone … [Read More...] about What Home Feels Like: Pride & Fatherhood in Pleasantville

Julie Parise Millet: Hands-On Reporter at PIX11
When you see PIX11’s Julie Millet lob a tennis ball with a racket in one hand while speaking into a microphone in the other, you know she’s a high-energy, fully engaged reporter. Her … [Read More...] about Julie Parise Millet: Hands-On Reporter at PIX11

Byram Hills Graduate Alison Jaye’s Broadway Journey
On any given night on Broadway, amid the glamour and pageantry, there is a moment–quiet, fleeting–when an actor steps into a character so fully that the line between performance and person disappears. … [Read More...] about Byram Hills Graduate Alison Jaye’s Broadway Journey
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Game On: Armonk’s New Pickleball Facility
With the recent explosion in the popularity of pickleball, it seemed as though it would be only a matter of time before a dedicated year-round pickleball facility would open locally. That time has … [Read More...] about Game On: Armonk’s New Pickleball Facility

A New Spot for Game Day
It’s been nearly ten years since McArthur’s American Grille and Michael’s Tavern, two longtime Pleasantville pillars and prime village venues to grab a beer and watch the game, … [Read More...] about A New Spot for Game Day

Where Motherhood Meets the Manuscript
On many afternoons, while her son practiced ice hockey, Sonja Marcus sat in the stands with a laptop balanced on her knees. Around her, parents chatted and the sound of skates scraped the ice, but her … [Read More...] about Where Motherhood Meets the Manuscript

It’s All About Community: The Armonk Outdoor Art Show
In September 2023 a major rainstorm pelted a large tent at Community Park. Huddled under that tent was a group of people figuring out how they would set up the grounds for the nationally acclaimed … [Read More...] about It’s All About Community: The Armonk Outdoor Art Show

ZWILLING Cooking Studio – A Recipe for Fun!
For those looking for a different social experience, or the perfect Mother’s Day gift this season, try the ZWILLING cooking studio. Whether you classify yourself as a culinary artist or a … [Read More...] about ZWILLING Cooking Studio – A Recipe for Fun!

Love Multiplied
A Dream Interrupted As days lengthen and Mother’s Day and Father’s Day approach, Inside Press celebrates parents whose journeys to family were forged through resilience, hope, and … [Read More...] about Love Multiplied

The Ups & Downs of being an “Empty Nester”
Every time I enter my driveway, I pause at the lawn sign at my mailbox that reads “Proud Home of a Greeley Senior”. In truth, it makes me wistful and a little uneasy. My oldest child will … [Read More...] about The Ups & Downs of being an “Empty Nester”

Three Generations; One Vision at Beecher Flooks
The bond between father and son is one that is incredibly significant. What makes it even more so is the ability for the two to work together every day, helping members of their community during their … [Read More...] about Three Generations; One Vision at Beecher Flooks

Chappaqua Dad: Ultra-endurance Athlete Eric Gelber Prepares for Local Fundraising Event
When Anita Sorrel, a close family friend was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood cancer more than 20 years ago, Chappaqua resident Eric Gelber sprang into action. The former two pack a day smoker … [Read More...] about Chappaqua Dad: Ultra-endurance Athlete Eric Gelber Prepares for Local Fundraising Event

TikTok, Tick Tock …
Over the most recent holiday break, one of my college-age daughters showed me a new TikTok where young women, seemingly in their twenties, not yet mothers, post themselves on social media immersed in … [Read More...] about TikTok, Tick Tock …

Score a Good Grade on Graduation Celebrations
Students spend a significant portion of their lives studying. By the time graduation arrives, thousands of hours of homework, exams, and late-night papers are behind them. According to the Western … [Read More...] about Score a Good Grade on Graduation Celebrations

New Castle’s Community Gardens: Planting Seeds for Growth + Connection
New Castle has five ballfields, five playgrounds and four town parks, but did you know we also have two community vegetable gardens? Nestled in different corners of this beautiful township are places … [Read More...] about New Castle’s Community Gardens: Planting Seeds for Growth + Connection

Thoughts from a First Time Nana
Almost two and a half years ago, I became a grandmother for the first time. My grandson was born on Thanksgiving so when I wrote about him on my Facebook page and Substack, I called him my Turkey … [Read More...] about Thoughts from a First Time Nana
Portraits and Profiles

What is your favorite flower?
Minobu Minamizato “Being Japanese, it may sound a bit cliché to choose cherry blossoms, but no other flower brings me back to my childhood so vividly. When the blossoms peak in April, the scene is unforgettable. Pink petals appear everywhere–through parks, along riverbanks, and across school … [Read More...] about What is your favorite flower?
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Escape the Cold. Elevate the Experience.
Why East Coast Travelers Are Rethinking Winter Getaways–and Planning Them Earlier By the time the first cold front sweeps across the East Coast, the most seasoned travelers are already steps … [Read More...] about Escape the Cold. Elevate the Experience.
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Osteoporosis Fear vs. Facts: Why Many Patients Avoid Treatment
Osteoporosis is often called a “silent disease.” But its consequences are anything but quiet. The condition weakens bones, making them thinner, more fragile, and more likely to … [Read More...] about Osteoporosis Fear vs. Facts: Why Many Patients Avoid Treatment

Insights from an Oral Surgeon: A Parent’s Guide to Preparing for Wisdom Teeth Removal
As parents, we are always thinking ahead. From school schedules to extracurricular activities, planning plays a key role in supporting our children’s well-being. One important … [Read More...] about Insights from an Oral Surgeon: A Parent’s Guide to Preparing for Wisdom Teeth Removal

My Home Looks Clean … Why Doesn’t It Feel Clean?
What’s behind that “something’s off” feeling and how to fix it This is the season when we want our homes to sparkle! The weather has changed, entertaining is … [Read More...] about My Home Looks Clean … Why Doesn’t It Feel Clean?

Ask a Pulmonologist: What to Know About Chronic Cough
With spring upon us–and summer fast approaching–the last thing you want is a lingering cough keeping you down. As a pulmonologist, I’ve seen firsthand how a chronic cough can disrupt … [Read More...] about Ask a Pulmonologist: What to Know About Chronic Cough

