To enhance communication and foster better relationships between the police department, the public, and the media, the Rye Police Department is pleased to announce that Detective Christopher Salguero has completed both the FBI-LEEDA Media & Public Relations Course (MPR) and the Master Public Information Officer (PIO) certification. Salguero successfully completed […]
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New Rochelle launches workforce development programming
New Rochelle Forward (NR Forward), the city of New Rochelle’s staple local and minority-focused vocational training program led in partnership with Soulful Synergy, launched its 2025 workforce development programming at an open house and networking event this week. Designed to build the capacity of individuals to effectively compete for the […]
County Youth Bureau hosts annual Sheros Awards
In observance of Women’s History Month, the Youth Bureau and the Westchester County Youth Board hosted their annual Sheros Awards ceremony, recognizing three outstanding community leaders who are positively impacting the lives of children, youth and families in Westchester County. This year’s award recipients were Rikki Dee Childs, Big Brothers […]
Northwell Health Eye Institute launches in Harrison
Northwell Health has opened a new ophthalmology practice, Northwell Health Eye Institute, Wachenheim Center at Harrison, with the help of a generous $2.5 million gift from philanthropists and local residents Sue and Ed Wachenheim. The project, totaling $3.3 million, spans more than 6,200 square feet of space dedicated to delivering […]
Annual Rye Spelling Bee celebrates local talent
On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, the Rye Free Reading Room hosted its Seventh Annual Spelling Bee. Library Director Chris Shoemaker welcomed twelve enthusiastic middle and high school students who arrived ready to test their spelling skills and compete for top scholarship prizes. Rye patrons and sisters, Cara Giacomo and […]