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Natalie Chantrasuk tries to dribble past two John Jay players during the Class AA girls soccer finals on Nov. 1.
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Huskies fall to Wolves in Class AA Finals

For much of Sunday’s Section 1 Class AA girls soccer championship, Harrison looked destined to come up short. But a spirited second-half resurgence gave the Huskies new life and nearly delivered the sectional title they had been chasing all season. Ultimately, however, John Jay-Cross River had the final answer. Freshman […]

County Health Dept. raises awareness about lead exposure
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County Health Dept. raises awareness about lead exposure

During Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, County Executive Ken Jenkins urges Westchester families, building owners, and property managers to reduce children’s exposure to lead and prevent its harmful health effects. Jenkins said: “Lead exposure is entirely preventable, yet it continues to place children at risk. When you rent, buy or renovate […]

RYE HIGH SCHOOL MUSICIANS SELECTED FOR WESTCHESTER ALL-STATE
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RYE HIGH SCHOOL MUSICIANS SELECTED FOR WESTCHESTER ALL-STATE

Five Rye High School students have been selected to participate in this year’s Westchester Area All-State ensembles, earning recognition for their musical achievements. Seniors Philip Karajannis, Thomas Chen, and Cole Pagen, and juniors Dario Abbate and Diego Huyhua will perform alongside other accomplished student musicians from across Westchester County. Karajannis […]

County board expands tax relief for seniors
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County board expands tax relief for seniors

The Westchester County Board of Legislators voted unanimously on Monday night to expand the County’s property tax exemption for low-income senior citizens, giving older residents with limited means more help staying in the homes and communities they love. The local law updates the County’s existing senior exemption to match recent […]

Healthcare champions honored at WCA’s Toasting to a Healthy Westchester
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Healthcare champions honored at WCA’s Toasting to a Healthy Westchester

The Westchester County Association (WCA) convened New York’s preeminent healthcare and business leaders, policymakers, and community partners at its annual Toasting to a Healthy Westchester: An Evening to Celebrate WCA’s Healthcare Advocacy & Initiatives and Honor Healthcare Excellence on Sept. 30. The annual celebration recognizes the people and organizations advancing […]