Author: Tucker Smith, Staff Writer

Tucker Smith is a writer at MyRye.com. She is a Rye resident and an undergraduate at Smith College.

(PHOTO: Grand Carousel. The Grand Carousel at Rye Playland celebrated its 100th birthday in 2015, making it older than the amusement park itself. By JoAnn Cancro.)

Art of Rye: Grand Carousel

Tucker Smith, Staff Writer - April 14, 2025

(PHOTO: Sundial in the Baronio Memorial Garden. Donated in 1976, the garden sits behind the Square House Museum. By Stacy Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Sundial in the Baronio Memorial Garden

(PHOTO: Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus) at the Edith G. Read Wildlife Sanctuary in Rye, New York. Credit: Kara Mason.)

Birds of Rye: Killdeer (Charadrius vociferus)

(PHOTO: Oreo. Contributed.)

Pet Adoption: Oreo, Gentle and Patient

(PHOTO: Rye Playland at Dusk (acrylic on canvas), view of Rye Playland and boardwalk from Rye Beach. By Meera Agarwal.)

Art of Rye: Rye Playland at Dusk

(PHOTO: The World War I Monument in front of the Square House Museum. Dedicated in 1919 to the 331 residents of Rye who served, 9 of whom were killed. By Stacy Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: World War I Monument

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer April 5, 2025March 23, 2025

Art of Rye is a feature of MyRye.com where we will occasionally feature artwork of…

(PHOTO: Green Heron (Butorides virescens) at the the Marshlands Conservancy in Rye, New York. Credit: Kara Mason.)

Birds of Rye: Green Heron (Butorides virescens)

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer April 4, 2025March 26, 2025

Birds of Rye is an editorial series highlighting the resident and migratory birds of Rye….

(PHOTO: Axi. Contributed.)

Pet Adoption: Axi, Cuddly and Easygoing

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer April 2, 2025April 2, 2025

MyRye.com features dogs and cats that are up for adoption by Pet Rescue, a no…

(PHOTO: Looking up at the lights of Playland. When the park is in season, Playland glows bright with lights and color late into the night. By JoAnn Cancro.)

Art of Rye: Looking Up at the Lights

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 31, 2025March 23, 2025

Art of Rye is a feature of MyRye.com where we will occasionally feature artwork of…

(PHOTO: Whitby Castle Inspired by Whitby Abbey in England, it was originally built as a private residence and now serves as a venue for private events. By Stacy Massey, Author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Whitby Castle

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 29, 2025March 23, 2025

Art of Rye is a feature of MyRye.com where we will occasionally feature artwork of…

(PHOTO: Garfield.)

Pet Adoption: Garfield, Calm and Gentle

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 26, 2025March 3, 2025

MyRye.com features dogs and cats that are up for adoption by Pet Rescue, a no…

(PHOTO: A Snowy Day at Jay Mansion (acrylic on wood), Jay Heritage Center. By Meera Agarwal.)

Art of Rye: A Snowy Day at Jay Mansion

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 24, 2025March 23, 2025

Art of Rye is a feature of MyRye.com where we will occasionally feature artwork of Rye,…

(PHOTO: Reflection of the The Knapp House in the Garden Fountain Behind the house lies a historic kitchen and herb garden, showcasing authentic plantings by The Little Garden Club of Rye. By Stacey Massey, author of Fall in Love with Rye.)

Art of Rye: Reflection of the Knapp House

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 22, 2025March 3, 2025

Art of Rye is a feature of MyRye.com where we will occasionally feature artwork of…

(PHOTO: Board of Ethics Chair Beth Griffin Matthews. Contributed.)

Meet the Board of Ethics and its Chair Beth Griffin Matthews

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 20, 2025March 19, 2025

In this series, MyRye.com will introduce readers to the boards and commissions of the City…

(PHOTO: Breezy. Contributed.)

Pet Adoption: Breezy, Gentle and Loving

ByTucker Smith, Staff Writer March 19, 2025March 3, 2025

MyRye.com features dogs and cats that are up for adoption by Pet Rescue, a no…