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Dr. Joseph E. Nyre, president of Iona College, addressed a large audience of students, faculty and staff on Wednesday, Feb. 7, at Spring Convocation 2012.

Hotel’s Owners Mark 20 Years in Supporting Organization’s Mission to Find Cure for Blood Cancers and Improve Quality of Life for Patients and Their Families

Don't miss the 2012 Winter Bridal Extravaganza, Westchester’s premiere bridal show from 7 to 9:30 PM, Thursday, February 9 at the Radisson Hotel New Rochelle, 1 Radisson Plaza, New York

Getting a late start on a New Year's resolution to lose weight and get in shape can actually be more successful and longer-lasting than impulsively buying a gym membeship on the first of the New Year, according to Personal Tainer Josephj Hunt.

The renowned chef Bill Rosenberg has been named Executive Chef of the Radisson Hotel New Rochelle.

Paul J. Sutera has been appointed to the position of Senior Vice President for Advancement and External Affairs for Iona College effective February 1, 2012.

The Wartburg Adult Care Community has announced that effective November 18, 2011, both Wartburg Home Care Programs have moved from The Wartburg’s Mt. Vernon campus out into the community to new space in New Rochelle.

Inauguration is Highlight of Series of Inaugural-Related Events

Dr. Carol S. Russett Award Recognizes Women Educators for Excellence

Chemistry Student to Receive Prestigious Elililly Grant; Iona Chapter of National Chemistry Society Inducts 8; Biology Students Receive Honors at National Biological Honor Society District Convention

Monroe College, with campuses in The Bronx and New Rochelle, NY, will introduce an Early Childhood Education B.S. degree in September Program that will address the shortage of highly qualified educators in "high-needs" schools.

A small Episcopal congregation in New Rochelle aims to read the 39 books of the Hebrew bible or Old Testament over a seven-day “Bibliathon” fundraiser leading up to the May 15th rededication of its historic landmark St. John’s church building.

According to New Rochelle, NY-based New York Fitness Professionals, not knowing how to correctly use weight-training and cardiovascular equipment is reason why so many people realize little if any improvement in their fitness or weight loss.

Monroe College (New Rochelle) School of Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts will award full scholarships and partial scholarships, Saturday, March 5th, to high school students from around Metropolitan New York and as far away as Trinidad-Tobago.

Iona College announced today the appointment of Joseph E. Nyre, President and CEO of the Hope Institue, as the College’s eighth President succeeding Brother James A. Liguori who is completing his 17th and final year as President on May 31.

Iona College’s Diversity, Leadership and Programming Initiatives program has won the Dr. Teresa D. Drummond Memorial grant in the amount of $250 from the Association of College Unions International (ACUI).

Faculty and Staff Who Have Worked for 50, 40, 30 and 20 Years Also Honored

Monroe College’s Honors Program and its undergraduate School of Business & Accounting resumes their lecture series, Jan. 25th. Andrea Hoffman & Len. Burnett., authors of "Black Is the New Green: Marketing to Affluent African Americans," to present

End-of-the-year New Year celebration bursts with fun-filled activities for entire

The mission of this conference is to empower, motivate and educate the audience to achieve optimum success in their family life, professional life and to compete economically in the 21st century.

Allstate agency owner Nelson Puello was recently named an Agent Hero by Allstate Insurance Company’s New York Region, and awarded a $500 grant for a local youth program. Puello donated the grant to the New Rochelle Youth Bureau.

Jonathan C. Ivec, MBA, CPA, has been appointed Vice President of Finance and Administration for Iona College, New Rochelle.

Adding to its reputation as one of the nation’s top ranked colleges, Iona College was recently included in The Princeton Review’s 2010 Guide to Green Colleges.

Iona College presented its first Undergraduate Research Day, Friday, April 16 at the New Rochelle campus, providing over 80 students with the opportunity to highlight their research accomplishments and share their work with other students.

New Program, Which is First of its Kind in the Region, Will Provide Students with Practical Skills Necessary To Manage and Participate in Modern Political Campaigns

Julia and Robert Greifeld, who both graduated from Iona College in 1979, will be honored at the 49th Annual Trustee Award Dinner Dance, Friday, May 7, at Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City.

With low interest rates and an abundance of inventory buyers are seeing that now is the time to buy. And for those who were previously on the fence, the recently approved 2009 first-time homebuyer tax credit is a gift they must open by Apr. 30, 2010.

Come together February 28th from 10-5PM at the Radisson Hotel in New Rochelle to enjoy a children’s fun and fashion filled expo to benefit the March of Dimes!

Top-Level Business, Political and Labor Leaders to Address Regional Surface Transportation Infrastructure Crisis At April 8 Conference

Established in 1994, the Learning in Retirement at Iona College (LIRIC) program was Westchester’s first self-governing, comprehensive program offering not-for-credit courses and social activities for retirees.

Call Capital Industries at 914-368-7923 for concrete demolition and concrete removal in Westchester County, New York, and nearby suburbs like New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, White Plains, and Port Chester, NY.

Inaugural Funding by The Pilgrimage Will Be Awarded to Two Students to Help Urban Poor In Washington, D.C. Next May

BID Gallery 542, located at 542 Main Street in New Rochelle, NY is holding the First Holiday Arts & Crafts Market in that city in December. More than 1000 items are for sale at steep discounts.

The old adage “There’s no time like the present” might not first come to mind when looking at today’s national housing market. But according to Sammy Saunders, Broker of The Saunders Marketing & Sales Boutique these words are exact.

Come join us for all your holiday shopping and gift giving needs. Learn about new businesses; sample products, listen to great music, get pampered and attend seminars.

The Highland Manor Condominium Residence has reached 100 percent occupancy.

Party City Leases 14,000 Sq. Ft. in Former Linens ‘N Things Building; Latest Deal Closely Follows 30,000 Sq. Ft. Lease by Ashley Furniture

Simone Development Companies Announces Leading Furniture Company to Open New Store at Former Linens ’N Things Store Directly Off I-95

Three-year old shows marked improvement after one month of receiving regular chiropractic care.

A protégé of Walker Hancock, Don Desper’s retrospective spans 35 years of accumulated sculpture, painting, drawing, writing and conceptual work. OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, January 24, 7-9pm.

Dog Federation Of New York celebrates decision allowing challenge to unlawful, discriminatory public policies targeting law-abiding dog owners

A group of restaurants in New Rochelle is joining forces with Trump Plaza, the New Rochelle Business Improvement District (BID), New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce and Regal Cinema to lure Westchester area opera lovers to the city’s downtown.

Except for skin cancer, the American Cancer Society lists breast cancer as the number one cancer among women. About 1 in 8 women, 12% of the population, will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.

Buyers who are paying steep Manhattan rents and are priced out of the city's condo market are discovering an exciting world of luxury living at Trump Plaza where they can enjoy Manhattan-style amenities and breathtaking views of Long Island Sound.

All across America women of all ages and generations are taking belly dancing classes for fun, fitness and femininity. An ancient form of folkloric creative expression, belly dancing has made its way into the modern mainstream.

Zumba, the dance/fitness workout that uses African beats and Latin rhythms to help participants get fit in a party like environment.

Women in the New York Metropolitan area who are looking for ways to gain and sustain a healthy lifestyle will now have another option for reaching their health and wellness goals.