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News from July 2024

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Westchester issues advisories amid extreme heat forecast

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Westchester County, effective from 12 p.m. Monday, July 15 through 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 16. During this period, heat and humidity are expected to combine to make outdoor temperatures feel close to 100 degrees. Due to predicted temperatures and humidity, the National Weather Service may extend the advisory through Wednesday.

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Westchester County launches comprehensive rebranding initiative

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

Westchester County is initiating a rebranding effort after over 20 years with the "Westchestergov.com" logo. This initiative aims to better represent the county's image, foster pride, and improve engagement with residents and stakeholders.

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

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 15, 2024

In April, the median sale price of a home in Westchester County rose by $55,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 30.3%.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Westchester County in week ending July 13?

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County home valuations rose in June compared to the same period in 2023

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 14, 2024

In June, the median sale price of a home in Westchester County rose by $75,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 29.3%.

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13 more lawyers with active licenses to practice in Westchester County in Q2 than previous quarter

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 13, 2024

There were 13 more active legal licenses in Westchester County in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

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Westchester Reporter area weekly mass times

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 13, 2024

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

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Cheapest diesel in cities across Westchester County in week ending July 6

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County: 6 more active licenses to practice law in June than previous month

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

There were six more active legal licenses in Westchester County in June compared to the previous month, according to the NYS Attorney Registrations.

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How much did Westchester County spend on women's football teams in 2023?

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Women's football teams from Westchester County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Westchester County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 6

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Celebration of Americans with Disabilities Act anniversary set for July

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Westchester County Board of Legislators invite the public to join in celebrating the anniversary of The Americans with Disabilities Act. The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 25 at 2 p.m. and will be held at the Michaelian Office Building, 9th floor, located at 148 Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601.

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Westchester County reopens Hudson Park East Beach; Mohegan Lake beaches remain closed

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 12, 2024

The Westchester County Health Department has reopened Hudson Park East Beach in New Rochelle after water samples met Sanitary Code standards. The department had previously closed the beach due to concerns over water quality.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Westchester County in week ending July 6

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Westchester County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Westchester County closes beach due to elevated bacteria levels

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

The Westchester County Health Department has announced the closure of a beach due to elevated bacteria levels detected in water samples collected on July 8 and July 10. The bacteria levels exceeded the thresholds set by New York State regulations. The County will conduct additional sampling at this location.

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Fresh Market Grab and Go event set for July 12 at Doles Center

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 11, 2024

Join us for our next Fresh Market Grab and Go tomorrow, Friday, July 12th, at 5:00 p.m., at the Doles Center. Please bring bags to carry your fresh produce. Phone: 914-665-2300 City Directory

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Element 46 seeks local startups for fall tech accelerator program

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

Westchester County’s Element 46 Tech Accelerator, powered by Cela, is seeking innovative local startups to join its 10-week program starting in September. Each selected startup will participate in a comprehensive accelerator program that includes a structured curriculum, connections to entrepreneurs, investors, and mentors, and full-time support from the Element 46 staff. The program will conclude with a Demo Day in November 2024, where participants can pitch their ventures to investors, technology experts, press representatives, government officials, and other key contacts.

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Westchester hosts five compost giveaways promoting recycling initiatives

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

The Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities (DEF) hosted five compost giveaway events this spring at various locations throughout the county. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about food scrap recycling and promote CompostED, the county’s small-scale compost and education site. Across all five events, 988 compost bags were distributed to 490 residents, equating to approximately 4,940 gallons of compost.

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Westchester County conducts annual grocery store inspections

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 10, 2024

Westchester County Director of Consumer Protection Jim Maisano and his staff are committed to ensuring honesty among local grocers. This summer, the Westchester County Consumer Protection Department will continue its annual inspections of every grocery store in the county. These inspections are both random and rigorous, aiming to ensure consumers receive accurate product measurements, fair transactions, and correct pricing at checkout.

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New York: Westchester County's men's football budget the same as in 2023

By Westchester Reporter | Jul 9, 2024

Men's football teams from Westchester County received no funding during the 2023 season, unchanged from the previous year.