WPCNR SNAPSHOTS. FEBRUARY 18, 2008: The Chinese New Year was celebrated at Aberdeen's Chinese Restaurant Saturday, commemorating The Year of the Rat. The rat is revered because, as Councilman Glen Hockley told WPCNR, "the Rat is relentless in its need to sustain itself."

Mr. Hockley is a tireless supporter of causes in White Plains promoting respect for all cultures. He has supported efforts to do away with hunger in Westchester. He has worked quietly to keep the memory of The Holocaust and what it represents in the conciences of today.  He has lead the ongoing White Plains effort to supply the homeless flood victims of the Dominican Republic this year and has distinguished himself as an organizer for good in the city. More than any other city official, Glen Hockley can be counted on to help.

The event was hosted as it is every year by Aberdeen's proprietor and host Ricky Ho. A martial arts school entertained all patrons with the traditional dragon dance. Children of all ages, and White Plains Councilman Glen Hockley fed the dragon for good luck.Dummers below create the music for the Dragon Dance.