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IN BRIEF

Pizza Night Open House at Vista Volunteer FD

The Vista Volunteer Fire Department will hold a Pizza Night and Open House on Saturday, Oct. 5, from 5 to 8 p.m., at the firehouse, located at 377 Smith Ridge Road, South Salem.

Organizers said the family-friendly community event is a chance to support local first responders “and learn how you can make a difference in the lives of others.”

The event will include firetruck rides on Engine 141, firefighting demonstrations, firetruck tours with firefighters, ambulance tours with EMTs and EMS demonstrations. Service dogs are welcome, and encouraged, to familiarize them with ambulances.

The cost is $15 per meal, which includes one pizza (cheese or pepperoni), salad bar and two soft drinks. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at vistafd.org


County Willow is now Willow Furniture & Design

Country Willow, the renowned furniture and lifestyle store, has announced its official rebranding as Willow Furniture & Design.

The company said the name change “marks a new chapter in our journey to offer an even more comprehensive and personalized shopping experience, reflecting our commitment to style, quality, and exceptional service.”

The transition is accompanied by the grand reopening of a remodeled and remerchandised showroom, with the latest arrivals in furniture, mattresses and décor. “From contemporary to classic, each piece has been carefully curated to meet the diverse tastes of our clientele,” a statement said. “From furnishing an entire home to selecting that perfect accent piece, Willow Furniture and Design offers style, selection, and personalized services.”

“Our showroom remodel was the perfect time to align our brand name with the full scope of services and products we offer,” CEO Mike Leibowitz said. “We have more furnishing options than ever before, and we will continue to be the destination for creating beautiful, t functional living spaces for all styles and budgets.”

Pound Ridge Police Report Sept. 24-29

By EVE MARX


Chipmunk trapped in bathroom 

On Sunday, Sept. 28, at 10:04 a.m., a resident of Pine Brook Road reported they had a chipmunk locked in a bathroom and needed assistance. Police arrived and the rodent was safely released. 

 

Tuesday, Sept. 24 

9:05 a.m. — A parking complaint on South Bedford Road was made by a caller reporting a vehicle blocking the roadway. On arrival, police saw traffic was easily navigating the vehicle in question but placed hazard cones in the area as a precaution. 

9:20 a.m. — Two traffic summonses were issued to a driver traveling on Westchester Avenue: one for failure to stop at a stop sign, the second for operating an unregistered vehicle on the highway. 

12:45 p.m. — A caller complained about a parking situation on Upper Shad Road. Police said the car in question was gone before they arrived. 

2:07 p.m. — A female, age unknown, was taken from her residence to Northern Westchester Hospital by Pound Ridge Volunteer Corps for an unknown condition. 


Wednesday, Sept. 25 

9:40 a.m. — A traffic summons was issued to a driver traveling on Westchester Avenue for failure to obey a traffic device. 

11:25 a.m. — A caller on Westchester Avenue complaining about someone using a gas leaf blower resulted in police speaking with a landscaper who was advised of the ban. 


Thursday, Sept. 26 

11:10 a.m. — A resident of Old Stone Hill Road was cited for a leaf blower violation of local ordinance. 

1:15 p.m. — A parking complaint was reported on Lons Lane. Police on arrival said there was no problem and the operator of a truck agreed to move his truck. 


Friday, Sept. 27 

8:30 a.m. — A male, age and condition unknown, was taken by Pound Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Corps to Stamford Hospital from his residence. 

2:05 p.m. — A caller on Lower Shad Road reported a neighbor’s landscaper was violating a local ordinance regarding use of gas powered leaf blowers. The landscaper was given a letter explaining the ban. No summonses were issued at this time as the landscaper was unaware of the ordinance.

3:25 p.m. — A caller reported a local ordinance violation for use of gas leaf blowers being used at a residence on Old Stone Hill Road. Police arrived and spoke to the homeowner. No violations were witnessed. 

10:30 p.m. — A pickup truck on fire was reported by a caller on High Ridge Road. Pound Ridge firefighters arrived quickly to extinguish the fire. Police say the car was able to be driven from the scene. 


Saturday, Sept. 28 

9:45 a.m. — A caller reported Brook Farm Road was blocked; police saw a tree blocking the roadway and the highway department was notified. 

10:50 a.m. — Mental health incidents were reported on Kinnicutt Road. No further information was available. 

1:25 p.m. — An animal bite was reported on Lower Shad Road. No further information was available. 

 5:30 p.m. — A second mental health incident occurred on Kinnicutt Road. No further information was available. 

10:37 p.m. — A driver was issued a summons on Westchester Avenue after an officer on patrol observed them doing 46 mph in a marked 30-mph zone. 


Sunday, Sept. 29

6:55 p.m. — A dog reported running loose on Kinnicutt Road was gone on police arrival. 

9:11 p.m. — A woman was transported from her residence by Pound Ridge Volunteer Ambulance Corps to Stamford Hospital for an unknown condition. 

This report was made from official reports provided by the Pound Ridge Police department. 

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