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Westchester County extends heat advisory due to high temperatures

By Westchester Reporter | Aug 1, 2024

The National Weather Service has extended a Heat Advisory for Westchester County through 8 p.m. on Friday, August 2. During this period, heat and humidity are expected to combine to make outdoor temperatures feel like 100 degrees. With temperatures expected to reach 97 degrees on Saturday, the heat advisory could be extended through Saturday, August 3.

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Recall expands on deli meats linked to multi-state listeria outbreak

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has expanded its recall of deli meats linked to a multi-state Listeria outbreak. An additional 71 varieties of Virginia ham, salami, and bologna produced in a Virginia plant and sold under the Boar’s Head and Old Country brands have been added to the recall, alongside the original Boar’s Head liverwurst that tested positive for the listeriosis bacteria.

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Temporary TSA PreCheck pop-up returns to Westchester County Airport

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

County Executive George Latimer announced that residents of Westchester County and surrounding areas will be able to enroll in the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) TSA PreCheck® program at Westchester County Airport from August 5 to 9, where Idemia will host a temporary “pop-up” enrollment center event.

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Westchester County issues advisory amid rising temperatures

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Westchester County through Thursday, August 1 at 8 p.m. During this period, heat and humidity are expected to combine to make outdoor temperatures feel close to 100 degrees.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Westchester County in week ending July 27

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Westchester County in week ending July 27?

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County detects first cases of mosquitoes with West Nile virus

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 30, 2024

The Westchester County Health Department has reported the first instances of mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus this season. The affected areas include Croton, Mount Vernon, Rye, White Plains, and Yonkers. In response, the department will inspect and potentially treat nearby catch basins to prevent further mosquito breeding.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westchester County in week ending July 27?

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County offers free back-to-school vaccines at select Yonkers schools

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 29, 2024

The Westchester County Department of Health has announced that it is now booking appointments for its free back-to-school vaccine clinics. This initiative aims to ensure children have the necessary vaccines to attend school this fall.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Westchester County had the cheapest diesel in week ending July 27

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 28, 2024

The following parishes in the Westchester Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Westchester County in week ending July 20

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 27, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County school's student body predominantly comprised of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 26, 2024

White students made up the largest portion of Westchester County student body in the 2022-23 school year, according to the New York State Education Department.

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Westchester County announces interfaith prayer vigil and memorial service for 9/11

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

Westchester County Executive George Latimer has extended an invitation to the public for two upcoming events commemorating the September 11 attacks. An interfaith prayer vigil will be held on Tuesday, September 10 at 5 p.m. at Kensico Dam in Valhalla, specifically at The Rising and the 9/11 First Responders Memorial.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westchester County in week ending July 20?

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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U.S. Rep. Torres votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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U.S. Rep. Bowman votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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Emmy nods highlight Westchester’s growing prominence as a filming destination

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

Westchester County continues to serve as a premier filming destination, garnering 32 Emmy nominations for film and television productions filmed in the county during the past year.

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Westchester County DSPS announces senior dance party for August

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

The Westchester County Department of Senior Programs and Services (DSPS) and Westchester County Parks, Recreation and Conservation are hosting a Senior Dance Party on Wednesday, August 21 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Glen Island Park, located at Weyman Avenue in New Rochelle. This year’s event is open to all Westchester County seniors, who are encouraged to come out and enjoy a dance-filled day.

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Westchester announces comprehensive survey targeting local Latino community

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 24, 2024

Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Hispanic Advisory Board have announced a new comprehensive survey targeting the Latino community. This initiative, conducted in collaboration with Pace University, represents the first needs assessment of its kind in over two decades.