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Traveling for the Planet: Sustainable Ways to Explore the World

May 28, 2021 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

How to be green when choosing hotels, modes of transportation, places to shop and dine, and other travel activities to make your tourism sustainable and eco-friendly.

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Boni-Bel Farm Country Store in Brewster Now Open

May 25, 2021 09:17PM

Two-acre organic farm provides vocational opportunities to Green Chimneys School students

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Bicycle Sundays Return to the Bronx River Parkway for 2021 Season

May 24, 2021 06:29PM

From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. most Sundays through October, the parkway will be open exclusively for bicyclists, in-line skaters, scooters, walkers and joggers.

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Cofounder Ilana Donna Arazie at the May 2021 Flea
The Hastings Flea Adds June and September Dates in 2021

May 24, 2021 06:25PM ● By Marilee Burrell

This curated specialty flea market features regular and rotating vendors and a few food vendors, as well as live music and entertainment.

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Westchester Land Trust Protects 15-Acre Bedford Forestland with the Diamond Family Preserve

May 24, 2021 10:38AM

The preserve features a healthy mix of oak, tulip and maple forests, with many trees more than 100 years old.

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Allison Adamiak, Balance Day Spa, White Plains, Green Spa, Holistic Spa
Safety is First at Balance Day Spa in Westchester County

Apr 30, 2021 10:00PM

"Our entire team has been fully vaccinated for Covid-19. Additionally, we have a wide array of safety protocols in place, to make our clients feel even more comfortable.”

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InterGenerate community garden in Westchester NY
InterGenerate Seeks Volunteers for Community Gardens in Westchester

Apr 30, 2021 11:26AM

InterGenerate’s community garden projects provide an opportunity to do something for others and learn a valuable life skill—all in the company of others with generous spirits

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Cathy Carter, ntuitive landscape designer, Creating Sacred Places, Bedford, New York
Landscape Designer Cathy Carter Teaches ‘Kinship with Nature’ Workshops in NY and CT

Apr 30, 2021 10:38AM

The workshops in Westchester and West Hartford with the focus on reducing stress on the environment by reconnecting and working with the intelligence in nature.

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Omega, Omega Institute, Rhinebeck, NY
Omega in Rhinebeck to Reopen This Summer

Apr 30, 2021 10:31AM

The Omega Institute is reopening its Rhinebeck Campus on July 23, 2021 with new Health and safety modifications.

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Sustainably Stylish: Eco-Fashion that’s Kind to the Planet

Apr 30, 2021 09:30AM ● By Kajsa Nickels

The “fast fashion” of cheap designer knock-offs is costly to the environment, but sustainable fabrics, resale shops, and creative mending can provide eco-friendly, stylish options.

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Powering Down: As Indian Point Goes Off-Line, New Work Begins

Mar 31, 2021 11:30PM ● By Marilyn Elie

Decommissioning means cleaning up the property in a prompt, safe manner. It could take 12 to 15 years, but it must be done securely.

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Green and Serene Provides Sustainable Lawn Care

Mar 31, 2021 09:41PM

Ralph Spafford operates in and around Putnam and Westchester counties. Services include lawn mowing and yard maintenance, spring cleanup, lawn top dressing and overseeding and more.

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Earth Day 2021 at the World Peace Sanctuary in Wassaic on April 24

Mar 31, 2021 09:40PM

The World Peace Sanctuary is hosting an Earth Day celebration featuring a prayer ceremony, a bring-your-own picnic lunch, a drum circle and two donation-based Walking the Trail workshops.

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Bedford 2030 Earth Day Festival is May 2, 2021

Mar 31, 2021 09:38PM

Free 2021 Earth Day event is from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Bedford Hills Train Station.

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New Spring Trends at Fresh Organic Salon in Bedford

Mar 31, 2021 09:36PM

Beachy waves are back, but the trick is achieving them without hot tools or harsh chemicals.

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Green Ossining’s 10th annual Earth Day Festival, set for April 17 through 25

Mar 31, 2021 09:35PM

Green Ossining’s 10th annual Earth Day Festival will be a weeklong celebration of activities, partnerships and offers in Westchester

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Big Rock Market Hosts Outside Farmers and Makers Fair on April 24, 2021 in Stanfordville, NY

Mar 31, 2021 09:32PM

The fair will be held on the store’s front lawn from 11am-4pm. All Covid guidelines will be followed, and masks will be mandatory at all times, both on the lawn and in the store.

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The 10th annual Riverkeeper Sweep, an day of service for the Hudson River, is set for May 1

Mar 31, 2021 09:00PM ● By Marilee Burrell

Riverkeeper Seeks Volunteers for Annual ‘Sweep’ of Hudson Shoreline

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Satellite image of a warming planet Earth from climate change
Climate Change and Our Health: The Human Costs of a Warming Planet

Mar 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

The warming of the planet poses immediate dire consequences for human health. Here are ways to prepare, adapt and mobilize for climate change to build resilient, thriving communities.

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Woman opening up window to let fresh air into home with plant and air purifier for detoxing
Healthy Home: How to Detoxify a Living Space

Mar 31, 2021 09:30AM ● By Yvette Hammett

Ways to detox our homes by purging them of toxins—gases, inhalants or fumes—in the indoor air, cleaners, kitchenware and water that may be contributing to a harmful environment.

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Nature’s Harvest Opens in Poughkeepsie

Feb 26, 2021 05:09PM ● By Marilee Burrell

Under new ownership, beloved market expands bakery, deli and local food focus

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Dwyer & Michael’s Launches Hudson Green Funeral Services in Tarrytown

Feb 26, 2021 04:12PM

Dwyer & Michael’s has formed a sister company, Hudson Green Funeral Services, dedicated solely to offering eco-friendly funerals.

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