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In New York Suburbs, Democrats Flip Two County Executive Seats
Democrats in Westchester and Nassau Counties turned out in force in contests that were seen by some as referendums on President Trump. Westchester County Content is copyrighted by the respective…
Earned Sick Day Bill Introduced to Westchester County Legislature
Hundreds of Westchester County residents, union members and county employees were in attendance as Board of Legislators Majority Leader Catherine Borgia (D-Ossining) introduced an Earned Sick Day Bill Monday afternoon.…
Westchester County Reacts to Possible Indian Point Shutdown
Residents and officials were both thrilled and worried about a deal that could close the nuclear plant by 2021. Westchester County Content is copyrighted by the respective owners. Advertisement: Looking…
County Seeks Nominees for Public Health Service Award
The Westchester County Board of Health wants to recognize volunteers whose time and talents this past year made outstanding contributions to public health in Westchester. Nominations for the annual…
Man Indicted for Attempted Murder of County Police Officer
A Mount Vernon man who tried to stab a Westchester County police officer after a high-speed chase in Mount Kisco and Bedford last month was arraigned Thursday on an 11-count…
County Urges Vigilance to Protect Children From Predators
In the wake of three attempted incidents of luring minors this week, including two in Mount Kisco, County Executive Rob Astorino urged parents Friday to educate their children on how…
County Legislators Urged to Maintain Non-Profits’ Funding in 2017 Budget
Dozens of speakers last week urged the Westchester County Board of Legislators to properly fund various nonprofit organizations that would benefit children in the 2017 budget. Many in attendance at…
Westchester County Gets a New Gun Store, and a Battle of Ideas
A firearms retailer in Harrison, , has drawn protest by residents who object to its location near a school, though no laws prevent it from opening there. Westchester County Content…
Three Key Westchester County Appointments Announced by Astorino
County Executive Rob Astorino has announced three key appointments to his administration in the areas of Public Works and Transportation, Human Rights and Consumer Protection. Vincent F. Kopicki, an engineer…
Ailes’ Name to be Placed on County Facility Amid Controversial Allegations
Roger Ailes might be out at Fox News, but Putnam County officials signaled last week allegations of sexual harassment haven’t deterred them from still putting the Garrison resident’s name on…