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Miranda Ferrante

Miranda Ferrante covers city government for The Rye Record. She graduated with a degree in journalism and communication design from Elon University in North Carolina. She returned to New York to earn her master’s at NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute and started her career as a reporter in Northern Westchester. Out of the office, Miranda enjoys dancing and exploring new restaurants.
Public Safety Commission Michael Kopy, right, and Sergeant Jesse Calcagni.

Kopy: Policing Underage Use of E-Bikes and Scooters Starts at Home

Public safety commissioner says state law requires e-bike riders to be 16, adding, "Someone is going to have to take this item from 13-, 14-, 15-year-olds, and say, ‘You can’t ride that anymore.’"
Community Synagogue added a memorial plaque to its Commemorative Wall on Oct. 7.

‘This Was an Attack Against Democracy’: Rye City Council Remembers Oct. 7, 2023

Mayor Josh Nathan recalls City Council coming together in aftermath of Hamas attacks in Israel three years ago.
At the Aug. 12 city council meeting, Nick Everett discussed a noise complaint filed by his neighbor.

Rye to Consider Exceptions to Noise Ordinances in Emergency Situations

Comments from Planning Commission Chairman Nick Everett prompt proposed amendments to city code, which will be discussed in public hearing at Oct. 7 city council meeting.
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City Council Gives Green Light for Rye Nature Center Driveway Project

City Council determines Wednesday construction of new entry off Boston Post Road won't have significant environmental impact.
The comprehensive plan steering committee met Aug. 27. Photo/Miranda Ferrante

Housing Affordability a Topic of Discussion as Comprehensive Plan Committee Prepares for First Public Workshop

Nine members of committee examine age and size of city's housing inventory at Thursday's meeting; set first workshop for Oct. 14.
Consultants Tiffany Zezula and Corey Block guide the committee through a discussion on public engagement.

Promising Start: City Seeks Input From Every Part of Community Before Creating Plan for Rye’s Future

In group's second gathering, comprehensive plan steering committee discusses ways to involve residents beyond the handful who typically attend government meetings.
Man in a dark shirt giving a presentation beside a large diagram labeled 'Steering Committee'. Detector-friendly caption: a speaker at a podium with an infographic on the wall behind him.

Comprehensive Planning Website Launches, With Second Committee Meeting Set for Monday

After expanding to 15 members, committee will lead charge on plan's creation, utilizing 'hub-and-spoke' model of engagement throughout city.
Side view of a City of Rye police SUV parked in a lot, showing bold POLICE lettering on the door beside a brick building.

Update: Rye Expands Police Residency Rules, Allowing Officers to Live in Neighboring Counties

Hearing no objections during Wednesday's public hearing, city council agrees to align Rye's code with many other municipalities in regoin.
Man in glasses and a dark blazer sits at a table with papers, speaking during a meeting.

Comprehensive Plan Committee Adds Student Voices, Corrects Appointment Mix-Up

Two Rye High School students join committee along with two Rye residents named Justin E. Driscoll.
Top row (from left): Laura Brett, Christopher Cummins, Brian Dempsey, Justin Driscoll Middle row: Nick Everett, Hilary Garland, Alexandra Kirk, Victoria McMahon Bottom row: Jorge Otero-Pailos, Christopher Repetto, Danielle Tagger, Maria Shuck

Meet the 12-Person Committee Helping to Guide City Through Comprehensive Planning Process

From former NASA scientist to politicians and organization presidents, Mayor Josh Nathan says group represents a broad range of perspectives and expertise.