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Westchester BOL passes 2025 county budget

The Westchester County Board of Legislators has passed by overwhelming majority its $2.8 billion budget outlining the county’s priorities for the upcoming fiscal year. The 2025 County Budget maintains the same County property tax rate as 2024, marking the sixth consecutive year without a tax levy increase. The plan prioritizes […]

Winter Can Present ENT-Related Challenges
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Winter Can Present ENT-Related Challenges

Alanna Windsor, MD, Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery The arrival of cold weather and snow may mean relief from outdoor allergies, but that doesn’t guarantee you’ll have smooth sailing until spring returns. In fact, some year-round ear, nose and throat (ENT) issues can be exacerbated during the winter […]

Northwell Health Eye Institute launches in Harrison
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Northwell Health Eye Institute launches in Harrison

Northwell Health has opened a new ophthalmology practice, Northwell Health Eye Institute, Wachenheim Center at Harrison, with the help of a generous $2.5 million gift from philanthropists and local residents Sue and Ed Wachenheim. The project, totaling $3.3 million, spans more than 6,200 square feet of space dedicated to delivering […]

Playland announces Black Friday deal for 2025 season
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Playland announces Black Friday deal for 2025 season

As the holiday season quickly approaches, Playland, the iconic amusement park and family destination in Westchester County, announces a limited-time 50% off Black Friday sale for 2025 all-access season passes. From Friday, Nov. 29 to Sunday, Dec. 1, guests can purchase a season pass for just $74.99, offering the opportunity […]

Annual Rye Spelling Bee celebrates local talent
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Annual Rye Spelling Bee celebrates local talent

On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, the Rye Free Reading Room hosted its Seventh Annual Spelling Bee. Library Director Chris Shoemaker welcomed twelve enthusiastic middle and high school students who arrived ready to test their spelling skills and compete for top scholarship prizes. Rye patrons and sisters, Cara Giacomo and […]