Neighborhood Buzz

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We keep you “in the know” about what’s going on in the Rivertowns through our printed and digital magazine.

Discover why we’re one of New York’s best kept secrets.

Rich history and culture

In-depth community coverage

High-quality content

Does the same old information from all the other media keep you from engaging with your community?

You shouldn’t have to miss out on connecting with and learning about your community. You ought to be able to enjoy where you live.

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In a world brimming with negativity, we choose to illuminate the positive—the stories that resonate, the moments that inspire.

We’re not just another publication chasing the latest trends or ranking the top ten. We’re storytellers, historians, and community enthusiasts. Our mission? To unearth the rich tapestry of our Rivertown communities and celebrate the threads that bind us together.

Today we just received a copy of your magazine in the mail. I enjoyed it so much that I couldn’t put it down until I had read it all!

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We keep you up-to-date on the latest and greatest going on in the Rivertowns!

You shouldn’t have to miss out on connecting with and learning about your community.

Engage in the arts, culture, and history of the Rivertowns

“The Neighborhood Buzz: Rivertowns magazine, honors the artistic and cultural legacy of the Hudson Valley Rivertowns.” -Greg Wyatt

“…I find that The Neighborhood Buzz: Rivertowns is an innovative publication that enhances the local connection to this history; it encourages exploration and creativity with educational intimacy, rooted in the geographical abundance of the Hudson River and our towns.”

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Enjoy Rivertowns Edutainment

Why binge Netflix or watching a bunch of Instagram reels all day when your child can engage in stories that teach them about the past and present of their local town?

Instead of getting a magazine with a lot of fluff, read a publication that's interesting and provides a lot of valuable information.

Don’t believe us? Just check out the really cool story told by Alan Greenwald (our Publisher) below.

The Shooting of the Moon

Step into the past, and discover a world where the sky is not the limit—it’s just the beginning.

Welcome to the captivating world of the Draper family of Hastings on Hudson, where history meets innovation and the stars above beckon with their timeless allure....

For over 30 years, as a resident of the Rivertowns, I’ve been fascinated by the legacies of families who once graced these shores. Among them, the Draper family stands out as a beacon of ingenuity and intellectual prowess.

Today, the legacy of the Draper family lives on at the Hastings Historical Society, a beacon of enlightenment amidst the passage of time. Within its hallowed halls, visitors are invited to embark on a journey through the annals of history, where the stars themselves become storytellers.

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The Neighborhood Buzz is a printed, and digital magazine about the eastern Rivertowns—the villages of Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, Irvington, Sleepy Hollow, and Tarrytown.

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We provide you with stories that touch on the rich historic and cultural significance of the Rivertowns. Interesting topics are written and crafted with a pleasing visual ascetic that makes The Neighborhood Buzz stand well above all other Westchester County magazines in creativity, substance and value.

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I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed your magazine …Thank you once again for your very interesting and informative publication, looking forward to the next issue.

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Rich History and Culture

Discover the rich historic and cultural significance of the Rivertowns through our engaging and informative articles.

In-Depth Community Coverage

Stay updated on what’s happening in your community and explore the arts, culture, and history of the Rivertowns.

High-Quality Content

We provide stories that are crafted with a pleasing visual aesthetic and deliver real value to our readers.

 Freelance writers seeking assignments for The Neighborhood Buzz may send a detailed one-page query letter, plus links to published work, to the publisher at [email protected]. Story pitches should be relevant to the Rivertowns.

 Feature articles range between 1,200 and 1,500 words. Sidebars are useful when they complement and/or expound on the text. Photos, if available, will be reviewed. Writing should be clear, concise, and interesting. If an assignment is made, writers can expect editorial supervision.