For the first time, the Westchester County Center lit up and showcased the transgender flag to mark International Transgender Day of Visibility. Celebrated annually on March 31, it’s a day dedicated to transgender people and raising awareness of discrimination faced by the transgender community globally. Local advocate, and LGBTQ Advisory […]
Author: Jim Scova
GridRewards App helps local Con Ed customers
With electricity costs skyrocketing, thousands of Con Edison customers in Westchester and New York City are realizing the many benefits of using the free GridRewards ™ app to manage their daily energy use, including cash rewards and lower monthly utility bills. The creator of the app and operator of the […]
Latimer highlights Probation Department for reducing crime
All crime is down double digits in Westchester County, and County Executive George Latimer believes the improved numbers are due in large part to the good work of Westchester County’s Probation Department. Westchester County’s probation officers oversee thousands of cases and supervise thousands of people who are placed on probation […]
Board celebrates Women’s History Month
On Monday evening, the Westchester County Board of Legislators commemorated Women’s History Month by honoring all of the women who have served the Board, in a live-streamed video presentation and ceremony. Chairwoman Catherine Borgia (D–Briarcliff Manor, Cortlandt, Croton, Ossining, Peekskill) kicked off the ceremony with the acknowledgement that Women’s History […]
Latimer commends emergency services women
During Women’s History Month, Westchester County Executive George Latimer is highlighting the service and dedication of the professional women serving with the Westchester County Department of Emergency Services, DES. “Women in the Department of Emergency Services are dedicated, resourceful, experienced and capable,” Latimer said. “They have played a vital role […]