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Calling all veterans
We are looking to honor local veterans, living or deceased, in our Veterans Day issue on Nov. 4.
Breeze Airways offers discount fares to lure local residents to new routes
Westchester County Airport’s (HPN) newest commercial air carrier, Breeze Airways, has announced a major sale to lure local residents to their service.
Doral’s Receiver closes the books bringing years long saga to end
State Supreme Court-appointed Receiver Kirby Payne and his Director of Finance Rick Richardson have finally closed the books on the Doral Arrowwood takeover by Charles Cohen, with the approval of Judge Gretchen Walsh.
County Board reopens to public
The Westchester County Board of Legislators announced on Sept. 10 that it would resume in-person meetings at the Michaelian Office Building, located at 148 Martine Ave. in White Plains, beginning Sept. 12.
Madison’s Niche now open at Rye Ridge
The Long Island lifestyle staple Madison’s Niche has opened their first location outside of Long Island at the Rye Ridge Shopping Center. The boutique recently signed a long-term lease for 3,000 square feet in the space previously occupied by Dusty Rose.
Clay Art Center welcomes 2022-23 artists-in-residence
For over 60 years, artists have been advancing their careers at the Clay Art Center in Port Chester. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Clay Art Center’s nationally recognized artist-in-residence program.
Water filtration plant edges closer to County Board vote
The Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW), which has been under court order for some 20 years to build a water filtration plant for Rye Brook and Port Chester water users and has so far incurred over $160 million in court-imposed fines as the process drags on, is another step closer …
Westchester County launches $10M Landlord Tenant Assistance Program (LTAP)
County Executive George Latimer and the Westchester County Board of Legislators have announced the Landlord Tenant Assistance Program (LTAP), furthering their commitment to preserving affordable housing in communities across Westchester.
P.C. Schools moves quickly to fill administrative vacancies
A lot can happen in 10 minutes. The Port Chester Board of Education met for a concise special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 1, where they accepted Superintendent Dr. Aurelia Henriquez’s proposals to hire three new administrators. By the end of the 10-minute session, crucial vacancies left behind by resignations and …
New PCSD director of facilities dies
Michael Shore, who was hired to be the director of facilities at the Port Chester School District, has died. He was set to begin the role on Monday, Aug. 29.
Hiring of new principal expected for Edison School
The Port Chester School District announced that a special meeting of the Board of Education was to take place at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1, where Superintendent Dr. Aurelia Henriquez was slated to make a recommendation for the hiring of a new principal for Thomas A. Edison Elementary School.
Senator Mayer looking for a few lovely gardens
Attention gardeners of New York State Senate District 37! State Senator Shelley B. Mayer is calling for submissions to Blooming in the ’Burbs; a multi-category, district-wide home garden showcase.
Jamaal Bowman wins Democratic primary
In the 16th Congressional District Democratic primary election that concluded on Tuesday, Aug. 23, incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman was the big winner, according to unofficial results from the Westchester County and City of New York Boards of Elections. With 21,031 votes, he received more than 54% of the vote.
