New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed into law critical, life-saving legislation sponsored by state Assembly member Amy Paulin and Sen. Pete Harckham that requires mental health facilities to provide information about New York’s Red Flag Law and obtaining extreme risk protection orders for patients upon their discharge or […]
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Feeding Westchester launches holiday campaign
As the number of our neighbors in need of food in Westchester County remains well above pre-pandemic levels, Feeding Westchester is announcing its “Meals and Hope for the Holidays” campaign to inspire the community to support hunger relief through the upcoming holiday season. The cost of necessities—like food, oil and […]
County cuts property tax levy by $7M
On the heels of a listening tour around Westchester County, County Executive George Latimer previewed his 2022 proposed Operating Budget announcing a $7 million cut to the county property tax levy. This is the third county property tax cut in a row for Latimer. “This is the largest tax cut […]
County Corrections announces new program
As part of their robust rehabilitation program system, the Westchester County Department of Correction, DOC, is offering incarcerated individuals the opportunity “to give back to the community.” This unique opportunity is the result of a partnership with AFYA, a not for profit organization that helps global communities in need of […]
Robert Durst indicted for the 1982 murder of wife
Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah announced that Robert Durst was indicted for the murder of his first wife, Kathleen Durst, in South Salem on or about Jan. 31, 1982. Durst, 78, was charged by a Westchester County Grand Jury in an indictment on Nov. 1, 2021, with murder […]
