News across Westchester County

Who Can Join the Junior League of Bronxville? ️
The answer is simple: You can! The Junior League of Bronxville welcomes all women age 21 and over who live or work in Bronxville, Eastchester, Mount Vernon, Tuckahoe, or Yonkers, and who share a commitment to volunteerism and community impact. No matter where you are in your…

Why Antioxidant Supplements Are Having a Wellness Moment
Walk into any wellness store, scroll through any health influencer’s feed, or browse the supplement aisle of a grocery store, and you’ll notice a pattern: antioxidants are everywhere. Powders, capsules, gummies, and drink mixes tout their antioxidant content as a badge of honor.…

Westchester Community for Ethical Culture’s Community Discussion on Emergency Room Ethics—October 4
Stories of critical decision-making in a major metropolitan hospital. Heidi Baer, MD, has served as NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi/North Central Bronx’s Patient Safety Officer since 2022. In this leadership role, she works collaboratively to improve Patient Safety at both campuses…

Why Arizona Is One of the Best States for Toy Hauler Ownership
Arizona has quietly become a magnet for RV enthusiasts, and toy hauler owners in particular have found a lot to love about calling the Grand Canyon State home base. Between the climate, the terrain, and the culture built around outdoor recreation, toy hauler ownership in Arizona…

Latest ratings put three area house races in different tiers
HUDSON VALLEY/CATSKILLS- The latest ratings from the Cook Political Report show significant differences among the three Hudson Valley congressional races, with New York’s 17th District rated a “toss-up,” the 18th rated “solid Democrat,” and the 19th rated “likely Democrat.” The…

Nor’easter slams Hudson Valley
HUDSON VALLEY- Winds and rain from a strengthening nor’easter lashed the Hudson Valley Saturday as the storm crawled up the coast, flooding low-lying areas and knocking out power due to falling tree limbs and broken utility lines. The immediate region was spared from the worst of…

Slater: Local school districts projected to receive $1.9M more in UPK aid
ALBANY – Assemblyman Matt Slater (R,C-Yorktown) announced that school districts serving the 94th Assembly District are projected to receive nearly $1.9 million in additional Universal Prekindergarten (UPK) aid for the 2026–27 school year, supporting a projected net increase of…

New York launches cider campaign as Fall goes in full-swing at local orchards
WARWICK- As the first week of Fall arrives, New York is putting its apple orchards and cider makers in the spotlight with a new statewide campaign celebrating the state’s cider industry. The NY State of Cider campaign, announced by Governor Kathy Hochul, aims to promote New…

Two women injured in Middletown Quick Chek stabbing; one taken into custody
Two women were injured in a stabbing early Saturday at a Quick Chek gas station, and one of the women was taken into custody after police said she was found with a knife. Middletown police were called to the Quick Chek at 1 James P. Kelly Way at about 4:41 a.m. for a report of…

City of Newburgh seeks members for Board of Assessment Review
NEWBURGH- The City of Newburgh is seeking volunteers to serve on the Board of Assessment Review to fill one vacant position and one upcoming term expiration. Individuals interested in serving must apply by October 30, 2026. Appointment to the Board of Assessment Review is by the…

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Managing Director to step down
GARRISON- Hudson Valley Shakespeare Managing Director Kendra Ekelund will step down in spring 2027 as she and her family relocate to Charlotte, North Carolina, the theater company announced. Ekelund will remain with Hudson Valley Shakespeare through the transition, working with…

Letter to the Editor: Combat climate change with Kaul
Dear Editor, Climate change is rapidly accelerating and is an immediate reality that is negatively impacting the environment and people all over the world. Small and large communities are currently facing issues due to extreme weather, pollution, and rising costs of everyday…