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BOL celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month
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BOL celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month

On Monday, the Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated LGBTQ+ Pride Month with an in-person ceremony recognizing the efforts of two inspiring community leaders: Sam Gomez and Daniel Longhurst. Chair Vedat Gashi (D – New Castle, Somers, Yorktown) convened the observance noting, “While we commemorate Pride throughout the month with […]

Fordham U., Business Council of Westchester host forum
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Fordham U., Business Council of Westchester host forum

Leaders in real estate, economics and finance discussed industry trends and market influencers and how they are impacting the commercial sector in Westchester County and beyond at a forum last week hosted by Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies and The Business Council of Westchester. “Let’s Get Fiscal! […]

Youth Leadership Taskforce honored
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Youth Leadership Taskforce honored

County Executive George Latimer recently honored a group of students from across Westchester who have worked throughout the school year to prevent substance abuse among their peers. The Westchester County Youth Leadership Taskforce consists of 60 students from 26 schools. These student leaders work in their schools and home communities […]

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Latimer recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month

County Executive George Latimer officially launched the month of May as “Mental Health Awareness Month” in Westchester. The annual recognition will appear in digital form outside the Westchester County Center for the month of May, and a banner will also be displayed in the entranceway of the Michaelian Office Building. […]

Rocah warns of scams against seniors
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Rocah warns of scams against seniors

Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah is encouraging residents to be vigilant against scams targeting seniors after four individuals were arrested and charged last week in separate incidents for allegedly preying on and exploiting elderly victims for money in schemes commonly known as “grandparent scams.” DA Rocah said: “Grandparent […]