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by Meg Yergin -   A 60-unit mixed-use development is proposed for the former site of Bilotta Kitchen & Home at 526 Mamaroneck Avenue — a stretch of roadway associated with traffic congestion and flooding.  The developer plans to combine four lots across from Columbus Park and the Metro-North train station to construct a four-story building with ground-floor retail and three floors of apartments above.   The project would represent a substantial densification of the block as t

by Kathy Savolt -   Do you have a relative or friend who served their country whom you would like to publicly recognize for their service?  Would you like to recognize a veteran from Mamaroneck who deserves the honor but has no family to sponsor them?   Beginning Memorial Day 2026, the Village of Mamaroneck will be festooned with red, white and blue banners celebrating our veterans.   Last summer, local resident Amy Siskind was impressed with banners honoring veterans hanging

Snow, Snow, Snow Once again snow interfered with the meetings of the Board of Trustees (BOT) on February 23 rd .  Both the work session and the legislative meeting moved to Zoom and two items – the swearing in of new police officers and promotees and the Fire Department presentation on 2025 activity were postponed until March.  Members of the BOT and senior staff thanked Village employees for their work during the blizzard.   Village Manager Gets New Contract The BOT approved

Ann Strychalski  (née Soderstrom) passed away on February 9, 2026, in the early morning hours at White Plains Hospital, NY, after a brief bout of pneumonia.  She was 83.   Ann is survived by her children Eugenia Roche (James), Nicholas (Ludmila Kravchychyn), and Luke (Astrid Loots); her grandchildren Caroline and Dean Roche and Gabriel, Daniel, Nolan, and Emile Strychalski; and her brother Bob Soderstrom, along with many lifelong friends.  Ann is predeceased by her parents, F

Richard Ottinger, a longtime resident of Mamaroneck and a champion of environmental stewardship, passed away on February 16, 2026, at the age of 97.  A prominent figure in Westchester’s political landscape, Ottinger served 16 years in Congress, where he defended the health of the Hudson River and opposed the Vietnam War.  His legacy as a devoted public servant and environmental advocate will be felt for generations to come.   In a heartfelt statement, Kate Dehais, chairperson

First of all, the Board of Trustees (BOT) and staff rearranged the seating as the staff was seated on the dais – a throwback to years past.  Trustee Nora Lucas, who was ill, tried to participate via Zoom but had problems with her audio throughout the meeting.   A New Master Plan for Harbor Island Park The BOT authorized Village Manager Kathleen Gill to enter into a contract with BBS Architecture to develop a Master Plan for Harbor Island Park.  See proposal HERE .   Selected

by Fred Bartels -   I'm a regular participant in the weekly Saturday afternoon protests at the entrance to Harbor Island.  I’m also a retired educator, a 40+ year resident of Mamaroneck, and the child of a father who fought fascism in World War 2.  Like many others I am extremely concerned about the growing authoritarianism of the Trump administration.  I could list many specific threats to our freedom by the administration but that would take pages.  This article by Jonathan

397 Palmer Avenue by Meg Yergin -   The public hearing for a new massage establishment at 397 Palmer Avenue continued at the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting on February 5, 2026.   As previously reported, the ZBA voted to re-open the special use permit hearing at its November meeting so they could consider an email from Village of Mamaroneck (VOM) Police Chief PJ Trujillo which described his concerns with the application.  See HERE .   The proposed location of the new s

by Marina Kiriakou -   We’ve all driven by the unassuming structure at the entrance to Harbor Island—a humble reminder that Mamaroneck is a seaside village where fishing culture thrives, even for those who don’t own a boat.  As striped bass, porgies, and snappers begin to run, The Shack HI (Harbor Island) and its companion, The Shack Food Truck, owned and operated by Adam Mann, have become destinations for locals and visitors alike.   “Fishing blends skill, strategy, and comp

A photo from "Katch at Venetian Shores" on Long Island by Meg Yergin -   A new food and bar concession on the beach with live music on the weekends has been approved for Harbor Island Park.  At its January 26 meeting, the Board of Trustees (BOT) authorized the Village Manager to negotiate a license agreement for one season with The Mariner for a concession stand featuring entertainment on Thursdays through Sundays.    RFPs Tied to Increasing Village Revenue Village Manager Ka

by Kathy Savolt -   The Mamaroneck Observer spoke with Village Manager Kathleen Gill about her first year in Mamaroneck.  Here’s a recap of our conversation.  Gill’s responses are edited for length and clarity.   Before we got into the prepared questions, Gill volunteered that her first priority was to develop a balanced and responsible budget.  Next, she turned her attention to building a team with new hires and existing staff.  Her third priority was creating processes wher