MyRye.com is entering the podcasting business with a new weekly podcast hosted by former Rye Mayor Doug French. Available on all major podcasting platforms, MyRye.com Conversations with Doug French will tackle the […]
Author Archives: Jay Sears, Publisher of MyRye.com
Jay Sears is the owner and publisher of MyRye.com. He is a 20+ year Rye resident. Contact MyRye.com: https://myrye.com/tips
Posted inLong Island Sound
New Leadership Announced for Long Island Sound Partnership
A new director was named for the Long Island Sound partnership on Thursday, August 27. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin visited Port Jefferson, Long Island Thursday to […]
Posted inGoing Native
Going Native: Building Resilient Landscapes in Rye with Native Plant Expert Kim Eierman
As part of its Going Native garden series, MyRye.com interviewed Kim Eierman, founder of EcoBeneficial LLC, regarding the importance of native plants in building resilient landscapes. Eierman shared her extensive horticultural expertise, offering advice on fall planting, identifying invasive species, and selecting appropriate native substitutes. She highlighted how regional plants support local ecosystems and provided resources for residents interested in ecological landscaping.
Posted inGoing Native
Going Native: Build a Resilient Rye Landscape with Sue Drouin
Going Native is a garden series highlighting the contribution of native plants to building resilient landscapes. In this series, MyRye.com introduces you to native plant experts to show you ways […]
Posted inGreen
Westchester Health Department Clears Coveleigh Club Beach to Reopen
The Westchester County Health Department has given permission to Coveleigh Club and other Sound Shore beaches to reopen, after water samples from those beaches met water quality standards. Coveleigh and […]
Posted inRye City School District
Rye City Schools Hire Ex-New York Police Department Detective Erik Green as New Security Director
The Rye City School District has a new head of security. The district has made a large investment in upgrading security over the last several years, including locked double-door entrances, […]
Posted inRye City School District
Rye City School District Announces 22 New Faculty Members for 2026-27
The Rye City School District announced 22 new faculty members for the 2026-27 school year across all three elemenary schools, the middle school and the high school. Note: The District […]
Posted inObituaries
In Memory: Anthony “Tony” Manto, Age 83
Anthony “Tony” Manto, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on August 23 at the age of 83. Tony died of Alzheimer’s at home surrounded by his family. […]
Posted inCity of Rye
Oakland Beach Avenue to See Overnight Closures Starting August 24
The City of Rye is planning to close a large section of Oakland Beach Avenue during the overnight hours from Monday, August 24th to Thursday, August 27, 2026. The closure […]
Posted inGreen
Rye’s Coveleigh Club Beach Shut Down Following 3.28 Inches of Rain
The Westchester County Department of Health (DOH) has closed the beach at Coveleigh Club in Rye through the weekend and “until further notice due” to 3.28 inches of rainfall in […]