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Westchester County, New York.

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Hit by a chocolate bandit last night?

Anyone else here got hit by a chocolate bandit last night? Woman wearing a mask and driving a blue SUV dumped 3 of our chocolate bowls into her bag. Working with a teenage girl who scouted out the place (it seems).

Just curious if anyone else was hit by such shenanigans. I'll be more vigilant next year for sure.

Irvington.

11 Comments
2024/11/01
14:00 UTC

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Looking to build a non-permanent golf simulator

Does anyone have any recommendations for a company to help set up a non-permanent golf simulator? Looking to have an enclosure built in an unfinished basement (without trying to finish the basement), with recommendations on a launch monitor, projector and computer. While the install seems like to can be something done by myself, I rather it just be done right from the start. Located in White Plains.

Any recommendations would be great.

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2024/11/01
10:36 UTC

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Moved to Katonah … and kinda underwhelmed.

Sold house in Catskills to be closer to city .

Not sure what I think.

Definitely more amenities/ way better supermarkets … and we have a nice property.. house is basic ..restaurants are pretty good in the Catskills, I would say better than I have had so far overall in Katonah area .. but there’s more to choose from in upper westchester.

First it was lawnmowers now leaf blowers …more suburban than I thought it would be . A few too many strip malls.

Also think we are only people w/ no kids . Makes sense.

Hoping to like it more .. underwhelmed so far .. found the Catskills more interesting/ special .

Paid more than double for a similar size house w/ 20% of property ..that is less interesting in design and of course double the taxes. So not sold yet ..

We shall see ..

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2024/11/01
05:21 UTC

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Best birthday celeb restaurants?

Celebrating my 27th birthday Saturday and having a family and friends get together (about 8 of us) - want a fun place with good food/ drinks but not too loud. Any suggestions?

4 Comments
2024/11/01
03:49 UTC

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Toy Drive in Peekskill this Sunday Morning

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2024/11/01
02:52 UTC

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Any local towing companies?

Trying to have a phone number handy in the event something happens. I know about AAA but believe they need a subscription.

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2024/10/31
23:25 UTC

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The one upside to my mom selling the house… I no longer have to answer the door every 5 minutes to give away candy for free and pretend I find children cute. I’m safe in my apartment with no children to be found, and all the candy to myself. Happy Halloween everybody!! 🎃

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2024/10/31
23:03 UTC

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Witch seen cruisin around Westchester

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2024/10/31
19:38 UTC

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Speeding ticket in Harrison

I'm curious if anybody has any feedback on what the process is to fight, dispute or reduce the fees of a speeding ticket with the Harrison courts. 62mph in a 40mph zone.

If you went to court what was your success and what did you say?

31 Comments
2024/10/31
18:15 UTC

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trick or treating

is bronxville a good place to trick or treat? give me suggestions pls

9 Comments
2024/10/31
17:46 UTC

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Relocation to US. Considering Westchester.

Dear Redditors! Looking for your advice and insights.

We're a family of four—my spouse and I are 40+, with two teenage kids. We currently live in Israel (though we were born and raised in Georgia—the country, not the state).

My wife's company (HQ in NYC) is transferring her to their head office. I'm able to work remotely with occasional business trips. We're considering Westchester County and would appreciate your recommendations on specific towns or areas.

Our priorities are good public school districts and a safe environment for our family. Our rental budget is around $5,000 monthly for a 2–3 bedroom apartment or home. Proximity to railways and public transport is not critical, as we plan to use private transportation.

Thank you in advance for your time and suggestions. I apologize if my question about Westchester is not unique.

Wish you great day!

66 Comments
2024/10/31
12:36 UTC

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Cool things me and my girlfriend can do both 25?

I was thinking the sleepy hollow area but does anyone know of anything cool maybe we can walk in our costumes get food and see cool things ?

14 Comments
2024/10/31
15:04 UTC

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Grow with grace daycare?

Needed some daycare recommendations and along with a bunch of other places we like “Grow with Grace” in Yorktown and possibly Pied Piper in Yorktown. Anyone have good or bad experiences? It’s not the finalist but it looks like.

3 Comments
2024/10/31
12:48 UTC

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Matcha & Coffee lovers

Not sure if anyone needs a new place to try Latin coffee but Casaroma in New Rochelle has one of the best Matchas and coffees. They have this seasonal matcha called “Maduro Matcha” which is sweet plantain syrup… it’s addicting… I’m a local fan and want this place to succeed! Has anyone tried? Lmk ur thoughts

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2024/10/31
11:31 UTC

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Sky Trumpets

Did anyone else hear the haunting chorus from 1-2 AM or am I the only one who’s going crazy?

4 Comments
2024/10/31
06:08 UTC

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The sky from this evening

Clicked in Dobbs Ferry, on my iPhone camera.

1 Comment
2024/10/31
04:56 UTC

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Old Stickley & Audi

What are they putting in there? I like what they’ve done with the outside.

4 Comments
2024/10/31
02:14 UTC

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Affordable places to rent ?

Insane how much it is to rent even a studio now a days . Any recommendations on affordable rent in westchester? Also can be another state if it takes approx 25-30 min to commute to south westchester

6 Comments
2024/10/31
01:52 UTC

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Cycling from Ossining Train Station to North County Trailway

Last month, I took the ferry from Haverstraw to Ossining and biked down to Tarrytown via Route 9. From there, I crossed the TZ Bridge, connected to 9W, and rode back up to Haverstraw.

While the ride was great overall, I found Route 9 a bit uncomfortable with all the traffic. I’d like to take the North County Trailway instead and connect south toward Tarrytown. Has anyone done this route or a similar one? If so, I’d love to hear any tips, route details, or advice you can share.

13 Comments
2024/10/30
23:21 UTC

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You guys see the sky tonight??

15 Comments
2024/10/30
22:19 UTC

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Kitchen Remodel Help

So my kitchen cabinet just fell off of the wall today. Absolutely terrifying because I didn’t know that’s a thing would just randomly happen. Luckily I was not in the kitchen at the time. But I did learn there are exactly 0 screws holding my chipboard cabinets together. I bought the house 2 years ago and I think the sellers flipped it with super cheap installs.

So I need to redo all my cabinets and also the floor is coming apart (the grout has completely chipped and tiles are cracking). Seeing as how I might literally die unless I do something, I’m looking for a really good contractor in Westchester, and some really good solid wood cabinets. I’m not exactly rich but I don’t want anything cheap (again, because it might fall on top of me).

Does anyone know of an honest contractor that does honest work that won’t fall apart a few years later? I appreciate the advice.

14 Comments
2024/10/30
21:33 UTC

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Green Ribbons

Anyone know what the green ribbons are about in Eastchester? They’re tied on the front banisters of peoples homes, on fences, etc… thanks!

4 Comments
2024/10/30
21:23 UTC

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Con Ed Power

Curious as to who has the best delivery rate on electricity and gas? I currently have Con Ed for both since it says:

Your total electricity supply cost for this bill is 11.116 per kWh. You can compare this: price with those offered by energy services companies (ESCOs). For a list of ESCOs, visit : PowerYourWay.com or call 1-800-780-2884.

Your total gas supply cost for this bill is 39.41¢ per therm. You can compare this price with those offered by energy services companies (ESCOs). For a list of ESCOs, visit PowerYourWay.com or call 1-800-780-2884.

10 Comments
2024/10/30
20:31 UTC

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Ridgefield CT vs South Salem NY

We’ve been looking forever in Ridgefield CT and keep striking out…

Since South Salem and Ridgefield border each other … I’m trying to compare schools and living in one town vs the other really makes a difference.

I know one is in CT and the other NY, but since most of the houses we were looking at in Ridgefield or Wilton were at least 8 mins from downtown, is being the same distance away but in South Salem going to feel a world away?

Benefits / negatives to being on NY side (given taxes seem to be roughly the same?)

Thank you!

(Other option is just to wait for the Spring market? Even if there are more buyers, there will be more inventory?!)

19 Comments
2024/10/30
19:33 UTC

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What's everyone doing for Halloween this year?

Not asking for recs, just curious what everyone's doing.

We'll be doing our tradition of going to the trunk or treat event downtown where it's kind of a party, and then getting dinner. Our apartment doesn't get any trick or treaters unfortunately, so we just put a bowl out and it barely gets touched.

7 Comments
2024/10/30
17:44 UTC

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Electrician or GC

I'll be moving to the Rye area in December and will need to get electrical work done, specifically getting the breaker panel replaced. Can anyone recommend a good (licensed) shop to contact?

5 Comments
2024/10/30
16:23 UTC

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Live near white plains. Anyone know of places that are taking early voters? Preferably in west Harrison or white plains?

15 Comments
2024/10/30
15:48 UTC

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Halloween Night 8PM Lucy’s in Pleasantville, we’re performing Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here album In full.

Hey guys! I’m in a Westchester county based Pink Floyd Tribute band and tomorrow night we will be performing at Lucy’s in Pleasantville at 8pm Halloween Night! After a fun day of trick or treating you can come by and have a few drinks and enjoy some Pink Floyd classics! It’s record of the month night and we will be performing the 1975 Wish You Were Here album in full along with other Pink Floyd classics! They will be raffling off a vinyl of Wish You Were Here! Hope to see you there!

5 Comments
2024/10/30
15:42 UTC

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Where are you buying trick or treat goodie bags?

I feel like a dummy for leaving it this late but where can I buy 20-30 candy bags?? Party City in White Plains was sold out. Preferably would like to buy somewhere in northern Westchester or even Putnam.

4 Comments
2024/10/30
14:19 UTC

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Voting Location

Hey guys, moved up to Harrison this year and am looking to vote. On the Harrison-ny website it has links that say “click here to view early voting locations and hours” but it doesn’t load. Anyone have that information handy? Want to vote before the general election date.

Thanks!

Edit: thank you everyone!

7 Comments
2024/10/30
12:45 UTC

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