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Michael Stewart, EMT and Eagle Scout, Reports to National Guard Basic Training

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CHESTNUT RIDGE, NY – Michael Stewart, an EMT with W.P Faist Ambulance Corp. and Eagle Scout, reports to Basic Training for the National Guard.

Stewart has a long history of service, he joined the ambulance corps as junior member and has been a member for over 3 years. During the time training to become a licensed EMT, he complete the arduous process of being an Eagle Scout. He is also a Michael is also a certified interior Firefighter with Hugh Gassner fire department (South Spring Valley FD). He recently recently graduated Spring Valley High School with honors.

Eagle Scout is the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouts. Since its inception in 1911, only four percent of Scouts have earned this rank after a lengthy review process.

Members of the W.P Faist Ambulance Corp. took to social media to wish Stewart well, “We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you back in 21 weeks. Godspeed and thank you for serving our great country.”

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Free Nyack Urban Sketchers Meetup Set for Sept. 8

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August 26, 2026

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The Nyack Urban Sketchers will hold their monthly meetup on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at the Nyack Library’s Creative Lab.

The free gathering will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. and offers participants an opportunity to come together and practice urban sketching in a creative, community setting.

The meetup is open to those interested in sketching and drawing, whether they are longtime urban sketchers or simply looking for a creative activity.

Event Details
Date: Tuesday, Sept. 8
Time: 2–5 p.m.
Location: Nyack Library, Creative Lab
Cost: Free

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Italian Feast & Carnival Returns to Tappan Sept. 10–13, 2026

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August 7, 2026

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One of the Hudson Valley’s largest celebrations of Italian heritage is set to return this September as the annual Italian Feast & Carnival takes over Masonic Park Fairgrounds in Tappan.

The four-day event will be held September 10–13, 2026, at Masonic Park Fairgrounds, 89 Western Highway, Tappan, conveniently located near the Palisades Parkway, Exit 5 South.

Organizers describe the festival as the largest cultural event in Rockland and Westchester counties, featuring authentic Italian food, carnival rides, games, family-friendly activities, and free live entertainment throughout the weekend.

The festival schedule includes:

  • Thursday, Sept. 10: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Friday, Sept. 11: 5 p.m. to Midnight
  • Saturday, Sept. 12: Noon to Midnight
  • Sunday, Sept. 13: Noon to 9 p.m., with an Outdoor Mass at 10 a.m.

Guests can also enjoy a casino, a Super 50/50 Grand Prize Raffle, and a variety of attractions for all ages.

Admission is $10 per person, and free parking will be available on-site.

Festival organizers remind attendees that outside food and beverages, coolers, backpacks, and pets are not permitted on the grounds.

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