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by Kathy Savolt -   Almost six years to the day, the Appellate Division Second Judicial Department (the Court) handed down a decision affirming the determination of the Ethics Board (EB) in the matter of Cindy Goldstein.  See HERE .   In November 2019 the EB decided that Goldstein, a Planning Board (PB) member at the time, violated the Village’s Code of Ethics by not recusing herself on two applications (the Hampshire Development and 203 Hommocks Road).  They found that this

Sandra, Jimmy and George Kapakos by Marina Kiriakou -   In a village like Mamaroneck, where competition is fierce along the bustling Avenue, being a successful pizzeria is no small feat.  Yet, Jimmy’s Pizza has managed to carve out its own unique identity, becoming both a destination and a beloved neighborhood staple.  Nestled among prominent neighbors like Mamaroneck Avenue School, the Avalon, North Shore Farms, and a vibrant residential community, Jimmy's has thrived for ha

by Marina Kiriakou -   In an age where smartphones have become almost an extension of ourselves, the digital landscape can feel overwhelming for parents.  The allure of constant connectivity is undeniable, yet as adults, we often reflect on the impact this has on our children.  The question looms large: when is the right time to introduce smartphones to our kids?  As parents in the Mamaroneck and Rye Neck school districts grapple with this dilemma, a local initiative, IRL (In

Water Rates to Increase As expected, the Board of Trustees (BOT) voted 3-0 (Trustees Silver and Kushnick were absent) to increase the water rates by 25%.  This increase was necessitated by the mandated need to build a filtration plant.  See HERE .   This increase brings the Village of Mamaroneck on par with the Town of Mamaroneck and the Town/Village of Harrison, fellow members of the Westchester Joint Water Works.  These municipalities foresaw the necessary increase and st

VILLAGE OF MAMARONECK Mayor Mayor Sharon Torres (Incumbent Unopposed)   2,478 (100%)   Trustee Trustee Nora Lucas (Incumbent Unopposed)      2,514 (100%)   TOWN OF MAMARONECK Supervisor Jaine Elkind Eney (Incumbent)                        4,236 (67%) Melissa Manice                                                        2,130 (33%)   Town Council (Two Seats) Robin Nichinsky (Incumbent)                         4,509 (42%) Darren Moss                                  

Marie Pace  (nee Vitro) of Mamaroneck, passed away on November 9, 2025.  She was 87.  Born August 29, 1938 in Port Chester to Gabriele and Maria Vitro (nee Girondo).  Marie is the beloved wife of her late husband, Peter Pace, and loving mother to Pam Berlingo, Peter Pace Jr. (Yolanda), predeceased Patrice Pace, and a cherished grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of eleven.  She is survived by her sister, Felicia DiFolco, John Vitro, Joseph Vitro and Anthony “Bobby” Vit

by Cindy Goldstein -   At the October 20 th  Flood Mitigation Committee (FMC) meeting Mayor Sharon Torres presented a flood mitigation update report to about 20 people in the Village Court Room.  See HERE .   Chair Peggy Jackson welcomed the Mayor and introduced her presentation to the community.   Mayor Torres made it clear that this was a “non-technical update” about where we are now and where we are going with flood mitigation projects.  She started by outlining the multip

by Meg Yergin -   A commercial electric vehicle (EV) charging operation is planned for a lot directly across from Brixmor shopping center, between Avalon Apartments and Mamaroneck Avenue School.  This section of Mamaroneck Avenue is known to be one of the most heavily congested roadways in the Village and near the site of a fatal traffic accident in 2024.  The lot at 816 Mamaroneck Avenue is also in the flood zone.   Green Water & Power NYC Electrical LLC (Green Water) presen

There is a local election for Mamaroneck Village Mayor and Trustee on Tuesday, November 4 th .  Incumbents Mayor Sharon Torres and Trustee Nora Lucas are running unopposed.    The Mayor earns $10,686 annually and is eligible to receive health insurance coverage along with other employee benefits.  The term of office is two years.   Trustees each earn $7,718 annually and are also eligible to receive health insurance coverage along with other employee benefits.  The term of off

by Marina Kiriakou -   For many of us, our dogs are more than just pets; they’re beloved members of the family.  This companionship comes with the responsibility of balancing their care with our busy lives.  A new local solution has arrived in the heart of the village: The Dog Stop Mamaroneck.   Located at 124 Palmer Avenue, the former site of New York Sports Club, The Dog Stop is poised to become an essential resource for local dog families.  Owners Thumper Moyle and Jonatha

by Cindy Goldstein -   On October 22 nd  the League of Women Voters of Larchmont and Mamaroneck (LWVLM) sponsored a Candidate’s Forum where three sets of candidates made their cases to the residents.  Candidates for Westchester County Legislator District 7, Town of Mamaroneck Supervisor and two Town of Mamaroneck Council members participated.  The forum may be viewed in its entirety HERE .   Moderator C. Michele Shivers of the Rye, Rye Brook and Port Chester League led the pr

Industrial Area Project Resurrected So many studies have been conducted regarding the Industrial Zone in the Village it is doubtful that anyone even knows the number.  None have ever been implemented but that never stopped Village officials and business and property owners in that area from trying.   In 2014, another Industrial Area Redevelopment Steering Committee was formed and over the next four years and after much work, a strategic plan was developed and presented to the