Month: May 2021

County announces more homebound vaccinations
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County announces more homebound vaccinations

The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services, DSPS, has announced additional availability of the COVID-19 vaccine for those who are homebound.  Any homebound individual, of any age, is eligible to receive the vaccine if you live in Westchester.  Caregivers for the homebound are also eligible. Since the onset […]

Latimer, Rocah announce funding for interpreter services
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Latimer, Rocah announce funding for interpreter services

Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah and Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced May 19 that the county will provide funding for local Westchester police departments to access real-time interpreter services through Language Line.  The move will allow law enforcement agencies to better serve residents, witnesses and crime victims […]

Latimer: ‘The State of our County is stronger’
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Latimer: ‘The State of our County is stronger’

Westchester County Executive George Latimer delivered his fourth State of the County Address in the Legislative Chambers of the Board of Legislators. Latimer acknowledged that COVID-19 has taken a toll on the county, but promised through good government, to restore and rebuild Westchester back better than it was before. “Look […]

More than 1M digital vaccine passes issued
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More than 1M digital vaccine passes issued

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on May 23 that more than one million Excelsior Passes have been issued since New York State launched the first-in-the-nation voluntary platform in March.  Excelsior Pass, which is now being utilized by venues, universities, stadiums and businesses statewide, is a free, fast and secure way to […]

Use your head – Is it OK to exercise when you’re sick?
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Use your head – Is it OK to exercise when you’re sick?

If you are sick and plan to exercise this cold and flu season, experts say to use your head — and recognize the body’s warnings signs. It’s especially important to take precautions this winter during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Consulting a doctor always is a good idea if there are any […]