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Westchester County holds interfaith prayer vigil for 9/11 victims and related illnesses

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 10, 2024

Westchester County held the first of two memorials to honor residents who perished in the tragic events of September 11, 2001, as well as those who have succumbed to 9/11-related illnesses. The initial event featured an Interfaith Prayer Vigil with prayers from several religious leaders.

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Benjamin Boykin II appointed president of New York State Association of Counties

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 10, 2024

The New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC) has announced the Honorable Benjamin Boykin II as its new President. This appointment recognizes Boykin’s extensive experience and dedicated service in local government and finance. To commemorate this achievement, Westchester County has released a video of Boykin discussing his vision and goals as the new President of NYSAC.

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Westchester County hosts traveling display for historical society's 150th anniversary

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 10, 2024

Westchester County is hosting a traveling exhibit to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Westchester County Historical Society (WCHS). The exhibit will be displayed in the lobby of the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains from September 11 to September 30.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Westchester County in week ending Aug. 31

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County home prices rose in August 2024 compared to August 2023

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 8, 2024

In August, the median sale price of a home in Westchester County rose by $110,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 10%.

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Which former Westchester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9?

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 8, 2024

These former Westchester Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9.

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Westchester County Education: Which district had most students enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year?

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 8, 2024

Yonkers City School District stood out in Westchester County with 24,049 students enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, the most among Westchester County school districts, according to the New York State Education Department.

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Westchester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 7, 2024

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

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westchester County in week ending Aug. 31?

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 7, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout Westchester County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Aug. 31

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County marks September as Suicide Prevention Month

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

The Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) is recognizing September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. This period is dedicated to remembering lives lost to suicide and acknowledging the impact on families and communities.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Westchester County in week ending Aug. 31?

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mount Vernon announces bid opportunities via Empire State Purchasing Group

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

The Department of Management Services facilitates the publication of bids and requests for proposals (RFPs). All City of Mount Vernon Bids and RFPs are accessible through the Empire State Purchasing Group (BidNet Direct). Registration is required to utilize this system.

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Westchester County in week ending Aug. 31

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Tenth annual village fair celebrates aging in Westchester

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 5, 2024

Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced that the County is initiating the fall season with a free event for older adults and their families. The Tenth Annual Livable Communities Celebrate Aging Village Fair will be held on Tuesday, September 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mount Pleasant Community Center, located at 125 Lozza Drive, Valhalla.

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Latimer proposes renaming trailways in honor of former executive Andrew P. O'Rourke

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 4, 2024

Westchester County Executive George Latimer has announced plans to introduce legislation to the Westchester County Board of Legislators, proposing to name both the North and South County Trailways in honor of Andrew P. O’Rourke, the county's sixth executive. The trailways would be renamed the Andrew P. O’Rourke Westchester County Trailway.

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Westchester County promotes campus safety through discussion on new novel

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 4, 2024

In a timely message for young women returning to college or starting their first year, the Westchester County Office for Women conducted an interview with Melissa Trombetta to discuss her novel about campus sexual assault, “I Thought I Knew.” In addition to questions about the novel, Office for Women Director Robi Schlaff provided important statistics and resources.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Westchester County in week ending Aug. 24?

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 3, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County Youth Bureau announces new funding opportunities for youth sports programs

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 3, 2024

The Westchester County Youth Bureau has announced the release of the 2024-2025 Request for Proposals (RFP) for two key programs: Youth Team Sports Programs (YTS) and Youth Sports & Education Programs (YSE).

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Rededication ceremony for Edwin Michaelian Office Building set for September 13

By Westchester Reporter | Sep 3, 2024

The Edwin Michaelian Office Building in White Plains, New York, will be rededicated on Friday, September 13 at 10 a.m. The event will also celebrate Armenian culture in Westchester County.