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December 12, 2025
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Dana L. Rocco, Former Humane Society of Westchester Manager, Dies at 69: Dana L. Rocco, age 69, died on December 7, 2025, at the Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center near Oneida, New York, after battling dementia. A graduate of White Plains High School and longtime shelter manager at the Humane Society of Westchester in New Rochelle, Rocco was recognized for her dedication to animal welfare. She initiated notable programs that improved pet adoption and volunteer training at the shelter. Her work significantly impacted both the animals and community. (Source: The Loop on Dec 12)
December 10, 2025
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New York Allocates $40 Million for Advanced Nuclear and Clean Energy Job Training: The New York Power Authority has approved $40 million in annual funding over four years to support workforce development in advanced nuclear power and other clean energy fields. The funds, authorized on December 9, aim to equip New Yorkers for roles related to nuclear power, artificial intelligence, and electromechanical trades. An additional $4 million will bolster clean energy training at universities and other institutions statewide. These initiatives are part of broader state efforts to promote clean energy and prepare for increased nuclear capacity. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Dec 10)
November 9, 2025
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Rye Volleyball Wins Section 1 Championship Against Tappan Zee: The Rye High School girls volleyball team secured the Section 1 Class A championship by defeating Tappan Zee in four sets on November 7. This victory followed postseason wins over Brewster, Walter Panas, and Ardsley, marking a strong run to the title. Key contributions came from several players on both offense and defense, highlighting the team's depth. Rye will advance to the sub-Regional round, with details on their next matchup still to be announced. (Source: MyRye.com on Nov 9)
November 1, 2025
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Rye Football Advances in Playoffs After Convincing Win Over Brewster: Rye High School's football team remained undefeated after a 44-19 victory against Brewster in their postseason opener. Quarterback Carson Miller contributed five touchdowns, four of which were caught by Henry Shoemaker, while additional strong performances boosted the Garnets' score. The team, now 9-0, will face Eastchester in the section semifinals at Nugent Stadium. Rye previously defeated Eastchester in their regular season meeting earlier in October. (Source: Rye Record on Oct 31)
October 31, 2025
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Rye Football Defeats Brewster in Sectional Quarterfinals to Advance: Rye High School's football team secured a 44-19 win against Brewster in the sectional quarterfinals on October 31, 2025. Henry Shoemaker contributed four touchdowns and a 42-yard field goal, helping Rye maintain a streak of six games with over 40 points scored. Additional strong performances came from Carson Miller, Max An, Sebastian Lewis, and Charlie Garnett. With this victory, Rye advances to the Section 1 Class B semifinals, eliminating Brewster from the tournament. (Source: MyRye.com on Oct 31)
October 30, 2025
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Rye Volleyball Defeats Brewster 3-0 in Opening Round of Sectionals: The Rye High School volleyball team recorded a decisive 3-0 victory over Brewster in their first postseason game of 2025. Rye controlled the match by winning more than 65 percent of the points, advancing to the next stage of the sectional tournament while eliminating Brewster. Standout performances included Valeria Medina's 10 kills and Elena Lin's eight aces. With this win, Rye's record improves to 14-4 for the season as they await their next opponent. (Source: MyRye.com on Oct 30)
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Rye Volleyball Team Advances in Playoffs With Victory Over Brewster: Rye High School's volleyball team began the postseason with a decisive win against Brewster at home, taking the match in straight sets, 25-16, 25-14, and 25-10. The Garnets, seeded second, showed improvement throughout the match as both seasoned players and recent junior varsity call-ups contributed to the victory. The team had previously secured the league title and is now focusing on a deeper playoff run. The opening win reflects the team's depth and evolving lineup as they progress. (Source: Rye Record on Oct 30)
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Rye Garnets to Host Brewster in Halloween Class A Football Playoff: The Rye High School football team will begin their postseason run by hosting Brewster on Friday, October 31, at Nugent Stadium. The matchup is part of the Class A Sectional tournament and is set to start at 5:00 p.m. on Halloween night. Brewster enters as the fourth seed from Section One Class A North, while Rye holds the top spot. The contest reflects a close historical record between the teams and marks an important event for local sports enthusiasts. (Source: MyRye.com on Oct 30)
October 29, 2025
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Rye Mayoral Race: Henderson Leads in Fundraising, Spending: (PHOTO: Rye City Hall. File photo.) The 32-Day Pre-General campaign finance filings submitted to the NY State Board of Elections on October 3, 2025 provide the clearest look yet at how Rye’s three competing slates are raising and spending money ahead of the November 4, 2025 election. All three committees show strong local donor support, but their spending patterns reveal differing campaign styles and strategic priorities. The current filings are an update since the last filing deadline on July 11 (see GOP Candidate Bill Henderson Tops Fundraising in Mayoral Race) and show activity through September 29. Here is what you need to know: All In For Rye (Henderson) Overview: All In For Rye, the slate led by mayoral candidate Bill Henderson, reported the largest haul for the recent period. The committee disclosed approximately $25,049 in receipts and $18,778 in expenditures, with cash on hand comfortably above its rivals. Roughly 72 percent of its contributions came from Rye residents, underscoring a solid local fundraising base. Top donors: Henderson’s campaign benefited from a series of maximum or near-maximum gifts. $1,000+ contributions came from a dozen or more well-known Rye donors, including: Anthony Piscionere (local attorney, former local GOP head and father of Rye City Court Judge Taylor Piscionere) for $1,000; Elaine DiConstanzo (former local GOP head and recent transplant to Boca Raton, Florida) and her husband Damian DiConstanzo, $1,000 each; Peter Duncan (CEO of George Comfort & Sons, a real estate firm whose holdings include the old Avon property (601 Midland Avenue) (now the NY Blood Center) and his wife Chris Duncan, for $1,000 each; A $2,000 transfer from a related entity, Bill Henderson for Rye, bolstered the total. Spending: The committee has been the most aggressive spender so far. Outlays included approximately $6,300 on online advertising with MyRye.com LLC, $4,810 on print ads in the Rye Record, and $5,500 to MP Thomas Consulting for campaign services. In addition, Anedot processing fees reflect a mix of small-dollar online giving. Takeaway: Henderson is using a well-funded war chest to lead local paid media while engaging professional consultants. The committee appears to be pursuing both air cover and precision outreach. Learn more: Q&A with Mayoral Candidate Bill Henderson Q&A with City Council Candidate James Fee Q&A with City Council Candidate Robin Thrush Jovanovich Q&A with City Council Candidate Maria Tufvesson Shuck McCabe for Rye Overview: Rick McCabe’s independent run for mayor raised $10,525 this period and spent $10,069, leaving little margin. Unlike its rivals, the campaign reported $6,675 in outstanding liabilities, all of it payable to McCabe himself. About 73 percent of its contributions came from Rye residents. Top donors: McCabe’s strongest supporters included: $1,000 from Kathleen McCabe $1,000 from Diana Page (president of Friends of Rye Town Park); $500 from former Rye City Councilmember Carolina Johnson $250 from the Committee to Elect Tommy Regan in Brewster. Spending: The campaign has balanced fundraising costs and voter outreach. Major expenses included $4,210 to the Rye Record (labeled as online advertising), $1,430 to In the Rye Media (print ads), and $1,396 to Fort Orange Press for printing services. Fundraising was a visible focus: $1,507 went to Rye Roadhouse for an event. Bookkeeping services with JMT Campaign Services cost $500. Liabilities: The most striking element of the filing is the $6,675 debt owed to the candidate, with memos citing “Professional Services” (~$4,000) and campaign mailings/office expenses. Takeaway: McCabe’s campaign is competitive in donor support but financially lean, with liabilities casting uncertainty on its runway. The reliance on candidate-financed debt signals vulnerability if contributions do not increase in the final month. Learn more: Q&A with Mayoral Candidate Rick McCabe Nathan, Anderson, Kesavan & Ward for Rye Overview: The Democratic slate reported $12,667 in receipts and $8,045 in spending. About three-quarters of contributions came from Rye residents, and party committees provided meaningful support, including a $1,900 transfer from the Rye City Democratic Committee. The local Democratic Committee is not required to report on the same schedule, but maintains it has raised about $8,000 over the same period, and it is reasonable to assume at least some of those funds will be allocated to the current race. Top donors: The slate received: $1,000 check from Ellen Elsen, wife of Rye Record publisher Jon Elsen $1,000 checks from Cynthia Kuster, Maarten Kruijtzer, Rob Rubicco, and Melinda Stein Party support included $250 from the Eleanor Roosevelt Legacy Committee, and a $216.75 check and $1,900 transfer from the Rye City Democratic Committee. Spending: Expenditures reveal a lean but professional approach. The campaign paid $3,000 to MyRye.com LLC for online ads, $2,500 to Harrison David Brussel for campaign consulting, and $867 to Rose Press for campaign literature. Reimbursements to candidate Josh Nathan (~$897) and stipends to treasurer Raymond Sculky were clearly noted, alongside ActBlue and Stripe processing fees. Takeaway: This slate is running a disciplined operation with both grassroots fundraising and institutional Democratic Party backing. Its emphasis on digital ads, consulting, and literature suggests a focus on persuasion and turnout rather than event-driven fundraising. Learn more: Q&A with Mayoral Candidate Josh Nathan Q&A with City Council Candidate Marion Anderson Q&A with City Council Candidate Amy Kesavan Q&A with City Council Candidate James Ward Cross-Campaign Trends Across the three slates, several patterns stand out: Local base: Roughly 72–75 percent of all contributions came from Rye/10580, showing that each campaign is primarily community-funded. Divergent strategies: Henderson leads in raw cash and media saturation; Nathan’s slate balances donor breadth with party infrastructure; McCabe shows strong donor loyalty but struggles with liabilities. Online vs. offline fundraising: Henderson (Anedot) and Nathan (ActBlue/Stripe) rely on digital pipelines, while McCabe shows heavier dependence on events and checks. With one month until election day, Henderson’s All In For Rye enjoys the biggest financial edge, Nathan’s team benefits from party resources and steady donor backing, and McCabe’s campaign faces a test of whether it can overcome its debt load. The next filing—11-Day Pre-General—will show whether these trends accelerate or shift as the campaigns make their final push to Rye voters. See The Numbers 2025-10-03 Rye Mayor Race Henderson All In For Rye Disclosure 2025-10-03 Rye Mayor Race McCabe for Rye Disclosure 2025-10-03 Rye Mayor Race Nathan Nathan Anderson Kesavan and Ward for Rye Disclosure 2025-10-03 Rye Candidates Final Summary (also see below) Campaign Opening Balance Contributions Misc Receipts Total Receipts Total Expenses Closing Balance Henderson All In For Rye $24,333 $25,049 $0 $25,049 $18,779 $30,603 McCabe McCabe for Rye $3,376 $9,525 $1,000 $10,525 $10,069 $3,831 Nathan Nathan Anderson Kesavan and Ward for Rye $3,097 $10,767 $1,900 $12,667 $7,148 $8,616 This article was prepared with the assistance of artificial intelligence. We welcome your feedback. (Source: MyRye.com on Oct 7)
October 20, 2025
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Utility Crews Work to Restore Power After Widespread Wind Storm Outages: Crews from New York State Electric & Gas and Rochester Gas & Electric are working to restore electricity to customers in western and central New York following a wind storm on Sunday. The storm caused significant outages across the region, affecting communities from Buffalo to Brewster. (Source: Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct 20)
September 29, 2025
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Rye Volleyball Secures Close Win Over Mahopac for Seventh Straight Victory: The Rye High School volleyball team continued its strong season with a four-set win against Mahopac, marking its seventh consecutive victory. The match, held on September 29, saw standout performances from several players. Rye now holds an 8-1 record and will host Ardsley in their next game. (Source: MyRye.com on Sep 29)
September 28, 2025
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Rye High School Volleyball Wins Home Opener on New Gym Floor: The Rye High School volleyball team marked the opening of its renovated gym by defeating Brewster in straight sets. The Garnets, now 7-1 for the season, played their first home match after a series of away games. The team has maintained a strong performance, with recent wins against both Ossining on (Source: Rye Record on Sep 28)
September 27, 2025
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Rye High School Volleyball Team Secures Wins Over Ossining and Brewster: The Rye High School volleyball team earned consecutive victories against Ossining and Brewster following a break for the Jewish holidays. The team defeated Ossining in four sets and swept Brewster in three, extending their non-tournament winning streak to five matches. The games took place on Friday (Source: MyRye.com on Sep 27)