Westchester County Sues Drug Makers Over Opioid Crisis
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Westchester County has filed a lawsuit against opioid manufacturers
Westchester Passes Gun Ban on County Properties
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Monday, Westchester County lawmakers passed it into law.
Tunnel from Rye to Long Island Proposal is Revived
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As you’ve no doubt heard, plans for a tunnel from Rye through the Long Island Sound to the North Shore of Long Island are back on the table.
Latimer Sworn in as Westchester County Executive
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Former local State Senator and State Assemblyman George Latimer was sworn in as Westchester County Executive Sunday.
Gun Shows Banned from Westchester County Owned Areas
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In one of his first actions since being sworn in as County Executive, George Latimer signed an Order prohibiting the sale of guns on Westchester County property.
Mix of Pre-Pay Tax Options for Larchmont, Mamaroneck and Westchester County
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Residents in the Mamaroneck School District will not be able to pre-pay their 2018 school taxes,
Westchester Property Owners: Pay 2018 Tax Now?
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In towns and villages in this area, nearly all the residential property tax bills are more than $10,000, the new cap for deductions.
2018 County Budget Restores Park Curators and More
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The County Board of Legislators passed a 2018 budget that eliminates cuts to Westchester County Parks staff
Pet Project: Adopt Dingo
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Dingo is neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, micro-chipped and ready to be part of your family.
Profile of an Eco-friendly Turkey from Stone Barns in Westchester
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The main features of the ideal, sustainably-grown, eco-friendly turkey, raised by the folks at Stone Barns
Westchester Budget Cuts Key Park Staff
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“These proposed cuts mean that some of the parks’ curators won’t be there any more…”
Coming Up: Diversity Day – Nov. 16
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Participate in Diversity Day with Westchester/Fairfield County Annual Thanksgiving Diversity Breakfast
Westchester Democrats Win the Day
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“Democrats, a mighty wave has hit Westchester County,” State Senator George Latimer proclaimed Tuesday night.
Hillary Endorses Latimer, Other Westchester Candidates
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Hillary Clinton gave her endorsement to local Democratic Candidates in next week’s elections including in the County Executive race, where George Latimer is facing his opponent’s funding “of some of Donald Trump’s most powerful allies. “
Firestorm in Chappaqua Over Fire Safety
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“…lives were needlessly put in jeopardy based on the assumption that there was adequate water supply to carry out the needed firefighting tactics.”
Election Day: Ballot Measures, Candidates to Consider in Westchester
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A summary of State Ballot measures and local races.
Larchmont Resident Creates Westchester “Women’s Circle”
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“The intention is to open the circle, pass a talking stick, share story, deeply listen and communicate from the heart.”
Coming Up: Astorino vs. Latimer Debate – Oct. 24
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An evening debate between Republican incumbent Rob Astorino and Democratic candidate George Latimer takes place on October 24th
Pet Project: Adopt George Bush
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This is George Bush (best known as simply George). He was found wandering a 2nd floor fire escape where 4 women worked in Port Chester.
Today’s Snapshot
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New Apartments Coming to Mamaroneck Harbor
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Have you noticed the construction on the Boston Post Road in Mamaroneck across from the Harbor?
To the Editor: Westchester Democrats Should Vote Tuesday
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The Democrats chose which of two candidates will run against current County Executive, Rob Astorino
What Can Westchester Learn from Harvey?
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Harvey reminds us that the chances of floods in Westchester’s coastal areas are increasing.
Looking Back: No Power in Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle for Almost 2 Weeks
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A look back at ten days of flashlights, bottled water and infuriating bureaucracy
Is Your Drinking Water Polluted? New Database Has Answers
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The news isn’t so good for Mamaroneck. Tap water provided by Westchester Joint Water Works was “in violation of federal health-based drinking water standards.”
Endorsement: Westchester Needs Kristen Browde
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She is the first transgender person to run for public office in New York State with the endorsement of a major political party.
To the Editor: Enforce Immigrant Protections in Westchester
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The teenager, who worked two jobs, was taken into custody, as was his mother, and the two were sent to different facilities.
Local Boys Are Hudson Valley Baseball Champs
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The East Cost Clippers team is made up of kids from Larchmont, Mamaroneck, Bedford and Armonk.
Two Wrong-Way Incidents on Hutch, Other Parkways
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We normally don’t cover traffic accidents, but these are worth your knowing about. Be careful out there.
Latimer Secures Dem Nomination for Westchester County Executive
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“We have a County Executive who is more concerned with pushing Donald Trump’s divisive agenda and furthering his own statewide political career than working for the people of Westchester,” Latimer said.
Earth Day Message from the Larchmont Mamaroneck LWV
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Do you want to restore environmental protections?
Unexpected Tax Hike Comes to Part of Mamaroneck Town
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A long time error in the placement of about 700 parcels in the Town of Mamaroneck in the wrong Sewer District means many residents just saw their tax bills rise anywhere from hundreds to many thousands of dollars.
Final Hearing in French American School Move
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FASNY has locations in Larchmont, Scarsdale and Mamaroneck, but residents in White Plains have fought them on the proposal to build a new campus there.
Westchester Parents Face the Opt-Out Decision, Again
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According to data from the state Education Department, in 2016, approximately 24% of the students in Westchester County did not take the test.
Coming Up: Girls Inc of Westchester Gala- April 4
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Here is a chance to support a good organization and have a fun night as well.
Mobile App Monitors Westchester’s Rising Sea Levels
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A mobile app developed by Columbia University scientists lets you use your phone to check rising sea levels
Report Shows Cost-Effective Energy After Westchester’s Indian Point Shuts Down
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The lower cost of wind and solar power and many of the clean energy projects started by the Governor in recent years are enabling factors for success.
ATM Scammers Back in Westchester
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A skimmer, of course, is a device attached to an ATM machine can collect information from credit and debit cards.
Westchester Offering Affordable Housing
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All priced from: $125,000 to $300,000 with minimum household sizes of 2 persons for 2 BR, and 3 persons for 3 BR..
Coming Up: Privatize Westchester County Airport? – Feb 21
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A secret deal struck by Astorino with Oaktree Capital Management?