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New protocols in the Westchester County Courthouse
News

New protocols in the Westchester County Courthouse

As of Monday, July 6, new protocols are in place for the health and safety of the public as well as the employees of the court system at the Richard J. Daronco County Courthouse in White Plains.  Upon entering the lobby, you will find not only the screening area for […]

Latimer urges Westchester to be prepared for severe storms
Community

Latimer urges Westchester to be prepared for severe storms

Westchester County Executive George Latimer is reminding residents to review their emergency plans and stock up on necessary supplies so they are prepared during hurricane season. “Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a shortage of various items in our stores in recent months. I am once again urging our […]

County announces 2020 Jandon Scholarships recipients
Education

County announces 2020 Jandon Scholarships recipients

The Westchester County Board of Legislators and the Jan-don Foundation are pleased to announce the recipients of scholar-ships in the 2020 Jandon Scholars program. The program awards $12,000 over four years to Westchester public high school seniors who meet certain academic requirements and financial eligibility guidelines, to help them complete […]

Westchester enters Phase 4 of reopening
Community Lead Stories

Westchester enters Phase 4 of reopening

On Tuesday, July 7, Westchester County entered the Phase 4 reopening stage under Gov. An-drew Cuomo’s NY Forward re-opening plan as we continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses that will be eligible to begin reopening in Phase 4 are: • Higher education • Low-risk outdoor arts and entertainment […]

Rye Neck student earns playwriting award
Education

Rye Neck student earns playwriting award

Rye Neck High School student Naomi Young has been selected as one of the top three winners in the Palace Theatre’s 2020 Emerging Young Artist Scholarship Awards for her original, one-act play, “Twentyfour.” “I’m so proud of Naomi,” theater director Scott Harris said. “In her three years as a Rye […]