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Week in Review: Fashion, Education & How To's
Just in case you missed them, here is a list of the top headlines from Patch in the past week.
Village news this past week ran the gamut from state leaders' take on Governor Andrew Cuomo's inaugural speech and the creation of a new community group focused on education, to how-to articles on picking art for a room and the right chiropractor, profiles of local businesses that offer fashions galore and community support for juvenile diabetes research. Roving photographers also caught the beauty of the village on cold winter days.
Photo Gallery: Wintertime in the Village
A walk around Argyle Lake and by the canal across Main Street reveals the village's stark beauty on a freezing winter day.
The Police Report: Grand Larceny, DWI
This week's police report details incidents and arrests that occurred between 12/29/2010 and 1/04/2011.
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How To: 5 Tips for Choosing a Chiropractor
Choosing a chiropractor requires an understanding of what a chiropractor does, and determining if their skills and expertise align with your needs.
Bon Marche is a Thrift Shop Treasure Trove
Now under new ownership, the Babylon Village store offers up a wide selection of vintage clothing.
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Fashion Flair the Pandemonium Way
This stylish women's boutique offers something for every woman's fashion and accessory need.
Top 10 Health Tips for the New Year
A healthy and more relaxed new year can be had by following a good nutritional plan and making time to have fun.
Historic Fountain Back Home After Reconstruction
A famous landmark is now back in the village and awaiting an official unveiling in a few months following reproduction efforts.
New Group Aims to Bolster Educational Efforts
An academic committee formed by seven village parents hopes to help enhance the school district's educational program and is holding its first public meeting Thursday.
How To: Choose the Right Art for a Room
The paint's dry and now it's time to put something up on those barren walls. As one village business owner advises, choosing the right artwork to hang requires more than a bit of thought and going on a whim.
State Leaders: New Governor Could Bring Needed Change
Senator Owen Johnson and Assemblyman Phil Boyle give their assessment of Governor Andrew Cuomo's inaugural address and challenges ahead for facing lawmakers.
The Real Estate Zone: Village Home Sales: Stable and Getting Stronger
The real estate market took one of the heaviest hits in the past few years of economic instability, but on a village level the market was a bit insulated from the turmoil and is poised for a healthy rebound.
The Thrift Shop Scoop of the WeekThe Return of the Retro Skirt
This week's thrift shop scoop could re-ignite a popular fashion trend.
The Village is Picturesque Even in Winter
A weekend stroll through village streets by a Patch photographer reveals the personality of residents and neighborhood that can be found even on a frozen January day.
Babylon Senior Vying for Coca-Cola Scholarship
A Babylon high school senior is advancing in the competition for a prestigious college scholarship.
Taking a Plunge to Fight Juvenile Diabetes
Friends, family and supporters of seven-year-old James Toruin, a village resident battling juvenile diabetes, participated in the ninth annual Polar Plunge this weekend on the north shore.
Photo Gallery: Sunset in Babylon Village
A winter sunset photo gallery illustrates the beauty of the village in a special way.
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