Article Archives: Applause

Applause!: Oct. 10-17

• Long-time Irvington resident Isabel, wife of former Halloween Festival director Seth Brooks, passed away Sept. 30. The organizers of the Pleasant Run Run have decided to dedicate this year’s run to her, with proceeds donated to a cancer charity of his choice. • Distelrath Farms will be hosting a … Read More

Applause!: Oct. 3-9

• Much beloved Scecina volleyball coach Brian Hawkins died in a car crash on South Emerson Sept. 23. It was a tragic loss for the Scecina family and the east side. Mr. Hawkins was a Howe High School grad and was very involved in the community. He is greatly missed … Read More

Applause!: Sept. 26-Oct. 2

• This Saturday, Sept. 27, 2014 the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is sponsoring the ninth nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative. This service is free and anonymous with no questions asked. The only restriction is they will not accept new or used needles. This program is intended for liquid and … Read More

Applause!: Sept. 19-25

• Fall officially begins Sept. 22. The day and night are equal that day — and the days get shorter from here on out! Which means that winter is coming before you know it. • Eric Grayson will present the first of the fall series of Vintage Movie Nights on … Read More

Applause!: Sept. 12-18

• Rita Spalding is currently painting a homage to Irvington painter Forsythe, who lived just kitty-corner from the signal box she is working on. Working in such a high-traffic area has taught her how to “suck it in” as she says, but she’s resisted people telling her to do her … Read More