Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that since early January, when mobile sports wagering became available in New York, the state has collected $542 million in taxes through the week ending Oct. 30, far surpassing every other state in the nation. An additional $200 million in licensing fees has also been […]
Author: Jim Scova
Latimer releases proposed 2023 Capital Budget
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has submitted his 2023 Capital Budget to the Westchester County Board of Legislators for their review and consideration. The budget, which is Latimer’s fifth, includes investments in affordable housing, electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, recreational facilities such as Hilltop Hanover Farm & Environmental Center, Playland […]
Westchester Philharmonic opens for 40th season
After a pandemic-induced two-year hiatus, the Westchester Philharmonic joyfully returns to live performances at the Purchase Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. Conductor Jayce Ogren leads the Phil with guest pianist Ran Dank in works of Beethoven, Mozart, and award-winning composer Jessie Montgomery. Montgomery’s works have […]
The Arc Westchester raises more than $300K
The Arc Westchester Foundation, which is dedicated to increasing public awareness and raising financial resources to support The Arc Westchester’s programs and services for children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities, recently hosted its 22nd Annual Golfing for Kids Outing and Tennis Mixer at Knollwood CC, Elmsford, NY. One hundred […]
County promotes flu vaccine and COVID booster
Flu season is officially upon us, and County Executive George Latimer and Health Commissioner Dr. Sherlita Amler are encouraging residents to get vaccinated to remain healthy and safe. The Westchester County Health Department will offer both the flu vaccine and COVID-19 bivalent booster by appointment. Every Monday and Friday in […]