Standing next to the construction at Playland Park in Rye, Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced the success of the county’s partnership with Westchester Building Trades, and the Construction Industry Council (CIC). Over the past four years, Latimer’s administration has budgeted the largest amount of money for capital projects than […]
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New signs unveiled at Rye’s African American cemetery
In a moving ceremony, Westchester County Executive George Latimer dedicated signs at Rye’s African-American Cemetery, located inside the Greenwood Union Cemetery, alongside members of the African American Advisory Board and Eagle Scout Jack Lawler and his family. Rye’s African American Cemetery was officially established in 1860 although it had most […]
Mobile FEMA Disaster Recovery centers open in Westchester
Mobile Disaster Recovery centers will be in Westchester County Oct. 19-30, moving to different locations every three days to help survivors of Hurricane Ida apply for FEMA disaster assistance. Survivors may visit the mobile units and meet in person with FEMA staff and representatives of other federal and state agencies. […]
Breast cancer walk back in-person
The American Cancer Society, host of the largest Making Strides Against Breast Cancer movement in the United States, will reunite—in person—on Sunday, Oct. 17, in Westchester at Manhattanville College, providing reimagined and new ways to support and fund the future of breast cancer research and programs. The event will be […]
FEMA warns of disaster-related scams after Ida
After a disaster, scam artists, identity thieves and other criminals often attempt to take advantage of disaster survivors. FEMA is urging residents to watch for and report any suspicious activity. Common post-disaster fraud practices include: • Fake offers of state or federal aid: Federal and state workers do not solicit […]
