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by Meg Yergin -   The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) announced it reached a consensus in support of the neighbors’ appeal of the building permit issued for 1011 Greacen Point Road at its January 8, 2025 meeting.   ZBA Cites Multiple Changes to Plans ZBA Chair David Neufeld explained that the key to the ZBA’s findings is that the December 2024 building permit was issued for a prior set of plans.  The property owner has since revised those plans multiple times, both at the Plann

by Meg Yergin and Cindy Goldstein -   A proposed new massage business in a residential district at 397 Palmer Avenue was back in front of the Zoning Board of Appeals on January 8, 2026 for a Special Use Permit.  The ZBA voted to re-open the public hearing at its meeting on Nov. 9, 2025, in response to receiving a communication from Village of Mamaroneck Police Chief PJ Trujillo.   Multiple local massage establishments have been closed recently by the Village Police and Buildi

Village Communications With the departure of two Village employees who handled communications, the Village engaged the firm Nicholas & Lence Communications (NLC) in October 2025.  Representatives from the firm presented an end-of-year report of their activities at the January 12, 2026 Board of Trustees (BOT) work session.  See HERE .   Much of this report focuses on media placement of stories about Mamaroneck but, more importantly, starting on page 6 of the report, there is m

by Meg Yergin -   The number one priority listed in the Village’s 2023 Comprehensive Plan is the protection of the Village “from storms, floods and rising sea levels…and collaborate with governmental agencies at all levels to implement actions that reduce flooding and the risks of floodwaters to life, property, and the economy .” [ Emphasis Added ].  See HERE .   Federal, State and Local Flood Standards Among the governmental collaborations the Village participates in is th

Claudia A. McGraw  (nee Wagner) of Mamaroneck, NY passed away on January 7, 2026.  She was 78.  She was born in Port Chester, NY on June 25, 1947 to the late Frank and Viva Wagner (nee Lashley).   Claudia is survived by her beloved husband of 39 years, Kevin McGraw, loving daughters, Melissa Falkerson and Meagan McGraw and son-in-law Keith Morales, cherished grandchildren, Travis, Justin, and Megan Carlson, great-granddaughter, Stella Scogna and her adored grand doggie, Sweet

Dear Readers:   At The Mamaroneck Observer we are looking back at 2025 as well as looking forward to 2026 – our fourth year of publication.  As you can see from the wide-ranging list of articles below we cover everything from pizza to politics.   At this time we want to thank you, our readers, for continuing to trust us with local reporting on Mamaroneck Village and wish you all good things in the New Year.   Here are the articles that had the most readers in 2025:  Upcoming

by Cindy Goldstein -   Sometimes you just need a sweet treat.  Owner Pasquale Colalillo knows that and keeps his shop well stocked with lots of different bakery items.    A Community Meeting Spot On any given weekday morning the tables are filled with patrons, some speaking Italian or Portuguese, enjoying their coffee and pastry along with friends.  There’s also a brisk takeout business with folks grabbing a coffee and a roll, cookie, muffin or slice of cake.   A Busy Kitchen

by Cindy Goldstein -   Recently, rumors have been swirling around that Village Manager Kathleen Gill was leaving her post.  A conversation with Gill confirmed that she is not leaving.  No one knows for sure where the tall tale came from but clearly not from credible sources.

Dear Readers,   As we celebrate this holiday season, we want to extend our gratitude for your support over the past year.  It has been a privilege to serve as your trusted source of news, reflecting the spirit and resilience of our vibrant village.  Together, we’ve navigated challenges and celebrated achievements, building a strong community that thrives on connection and trust.   Wishing you all a peaceful and joyful holiday season filled with warmth and reflection.  We look

by Meg Yergin -   Heated exchanges and critical missing information marked the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) review of the project proposed for 714 The Crescent on September 4, 2025.  The discussions revolved around flood zone compliance and safety concerns regarding several variance requests.   Variance Sought to Build Deck Across Backyard The applicant is seeking area variances from the ZBA to build an expanded 917 sq. ft. elevated deck just two feet from a neighbor’s prope

by Kathleen Savolt -   These days we are flooded with images of masked agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) rounding up people on the streets of American cities, in the hallways of Federal Buildings, outside known areas where immigrants congregate to look for work and even in peoples’ homes and places of business.  For many of us, these images are very difficult to see.    What is happening here at home – in the Village of Mamaroneck where many of our neighbo

Irregularities Found and New Construction Manager Hired An agenda item to retain H2M for construction management services was discussed at the Work Session and then moved to the Legislative Session for a vote by the Board of Trustees (BOT) where it was approved.  See HERE .   Since Village Engineer Gino Frabasile left his position last August, H2M has been serving in his place.  As part of their work, they are responsible for reviewing project invoices before they are paid.