Following a recent assault on Westchester County Department of Social Services (DSS) caseworker Marie Coto, the County has announced additional safety measures for its staff. Effective immediately, DSS will offer enhanced security escorts for staff during community and home visits. While DSS has long provided escort services, the new initiative […]
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Film industry nets $622.4M 2023 economic impact
A new report has shown that despite the industry-wide challenges in 2022 and 2023, film production in Westchester still yielded $2 billion in economic activity, 6,796 jobs and $656 million in wages during those two years. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “Westchester is a top-tier destination for film production […]
First ever Grit Ninja Games is coming to Croton Point Park
Race, swing and move through obstacle courses at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, and compete in the first ever Grit Ninja Games, presented by The Grit Ninja, Saturday, May 18. Registration is open! Children and young adults ages nine and up can compete in various tournaments in divisions based on […]
New Ro man gets to 21 years for child pornography, sex acts
Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced today that a New Rochelle man was sentenced to 21 years in state prison for sexual acts involving three children in Westchester County, as well as for the possession and creation of images and videos of children engaged in sexual acts, between […]
Huskies down Nyack in early-season tilt
The faces may be changing in Harrison, but the mission is not. On Monday afternoon, the Huskies got their first taste of Northeast spring baseball, hosting Nyack in their home-opener, and it would appear the team’s time in Florida has paid off, as Harrison dominated the Red Hawks, picking up […]