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Thomas Paine – In Celebrating July 4th 2020

Who was Thomas Paine?  He was born in 1736-37 (depending upon which historic reference you utilize!), and he was a well known political activist and philosopher, most notably known for his pamphlets entitled “Common Sense  (1776) and “The American Crisis” … Continue reading

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Who LIVED or is living in New Rochelle?

I originally wrote this blog post back in 2011, and I notice that as the years go by, the archives are harder to access, and so I thought I would re-post this great piece of history. There are SO many  … Continue reading

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Neighborhood Associations – Paine Heights New Rochelle 10804

Since I live in Paine Heights, I am well aware of our own, local Neighborhood Association.  we pay a small fee each year ($55) to help maintain our nine Islands with seasonal, lush flowers – mostly roses, ferns and clematis. … Continue reading

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“Paine to Pain” Half Marathon 2013 – What a Marvelous Day!

I decided to walk my pooch in the a.m. near the race start of the “Paine to Pain” Half Marathon, and write a short blog with a few video clips before appointments.. The enthusiasm was so apparent, the excitement, the vibrant … Continue reading

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Paine Heights, New Rochelle 10804

This whole area (Paine Heights, Wykagyl Park, Forest Heights), used to be called the “estate area ” but with the now buyer’s market, I am saddened to state that whereas the cheapest home would have cost $999,000 a few years … Continue reading

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New Rochelle Fall Photos 2010

Paine Lake, located next to the Thomas Paine Cottage……. NEW ROCHELLE one of New York’s BEST walking cities… BEECHMONT Lake……. late Sunday afternoon…. quiet, peaceful…. New Rochelle! A great place to live. Simply a gorgeous day… Have a great one! … Continue reading

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Ducks on Paine Lake

I live on Paine Avenue named after Thomas Paine (“Common Sense”) ..in New Rochelle, and took this photo over the summer. It reminded me a touch of Monet‘s Water Lilies ….. only because there are water lilies (I am not … Continue reading

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