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At six, their first song was a banger. Persistence carries Sade Jacobs to top of YoungArts award.

At six, their first song was ‘a banger.’ Persistence carries Sade Jacobs to top of YoungArts award.

By Julia Findikyan, Contributing Editor
January 17, 2024

Sade Jacobs wrote their first song at the age of six. It was titled "Fantasy." "It was a banger," said Jacobs. "I don’t remember most of it, but I do remember the chorus, which is surprising." "My...

Destined Hutchinson School sweethearts married in October after losing touch for 38 years and reconnecting in 2018

Destined Hutchinson School sweethearts married in October after losing touch for 38 years and reconnecting in 2018

By Lark Martin, Contributing Editor
January 5, 2024

They were paired to walk down the aisle at the 1978 Hutchinson Elementary School graduation. They were paired again in October at their wedding 43 years in the making. In July 2019, John McClernan wrote...

PMHS sophomore Ava Karame, already in USA development mix, becomes first girl picked for varsity ice hockey in six years

PMHS sophomore Ava Karame, already in USA development mix, becomes first girl picked for varsity ice hockey in six years

By Shannon Winston, Staff Reporter
January 3, 2024

Without a doubt, no PMHS team gets more attention than varsity ice hockey—and for good reason. The Pelicans won the state championship in 2017 and 2022 and have collected 12 Section 1 D2 titles. That...

Pelhamite Beth Lane premieres documentary on familys escape during Holocaust

Pelhamite Beth Lane premieres documentary on family’s escape during Holocaust

By Lark Martin, Contributing Editor
November 15, 2023

The seven Weber siblings evaded capture after the death of their mother in Auschwitz, following their father's wish for them to "stay together no matter what happens." With the help of two farmers, now...

Clayton Bushong, Pelhams impresario, brings his vision to top job at Picture House

Clayton Bushong, Pelham’s impresario, brings his vision to top job at Picture House

By Shannon Winston, Staff Reporter
November 13, 2023

With more than a decade working in a range of roles at the Picture House Regional Film Center, Clayton Bushong is bringing his artistic vision to the top position after becoming executive director...

He started with one-day Bronx beekeeping course: Becomes Pelham Market favorite and subject of documentary Keeper

He started with one-day Bronx beekeeping course: Becomes Pelham Market favorite and subject of documentary ‘Keeper’

By Lark Martin, Contributing Editor
October 19, 2023

Sean Malik Flynn, owner of Boogie Down Bronx Honey and Pelham Market fan favorite, may have started with a one-day course in bees, but he's since created the growing business featured in the documentary...

In first year, Pelham AD seeks to create welcoming environment, equity in athletics program

In first year, Pelham AD seeks to create ‘welcoming environment,’ equity in athletics program

By William Knickerbocker, Social Media Editor
October 4, 2023

In his first season running sports for the Pelham school district, Athletic Director Joe Toombs III said his goals include making athletics "a warm, welcoming environment" and ensuring equity in the...

PMHS junior gives school supplies and clothing a charitable second life in homeless shelters

PMHS junior gives school supplies and clothing a charitable second life in homeless shelters

By Laura Shelton, Contributing Editor
September 15, 2023

Pelham Memorial High School junior Skyler Austin was shocked when she discovered years worth of school supplies in her basement. Austin knew the supplies collecting dust had the potential to help at...

Chinny Njoku becomes stronger rower with RSR Elite Girls Racing Team

Chinny Njoku becomes stronger rower with RSR Elite Girls Racing Team

By Sandra Chalissery, Staff Reporter
July 12, 2023

Rising senior Chinny Njoku was selected for the Ready Set Row (RSR) Elite Girls Racing Team. She is currently attending a training camp for the team at the University of Alabama, where she will stay until...

When worlds collide, part 2: Pelhams Quinton Byfield goes on VIP visit to big Quinton Byfields L.A. Kings

When worlds collide, part 2: Pelham’s Quinton Byfield goes on VIP visit to big Quinton Byfield’s L.A. Kings

By Quinton Byfield
April 21, 2023

As the Pelham Examiner reported in February 2022, Pelham nine-year-old Quinton Byfield and the Quinton Byfield who plays for the Los Angeles Kings not only share a name, but Canadian and Jamaican roots...

Project CHILDDs Drago gives back to her community as clinical director

Project CHILDD’s Drago gives back to her community as clinical director

By Lucette Ow, Staff Reporter
March 31, 2023

Camille Drago, a long-time resident of Pelham who's worked as a registered nurse for 40 years, plays an important role in the community as Westchester clinical director of Project CHILDD. Project...

New Pelham Manor village manager drawn to job by stability she sees on board of trustees

New Pelham Manor village manager drawn to job by stability she sees on board of trustees

By Phoebe Schwarz, Staff Reporter
February 11, 2023

New Village Manager Lindsey Luft said one thing that stood out about Pelham Manor was "a strong show of stability on the board and prior boards. But as well as the position goes, stability is important...

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