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Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 04Kratom Abuse and Withdrawal Symptoms: What You Should Know
Kratom has spread quickly as a supplement marketed for energy, pain relief, and mood, often sold in gas stations and smoke shops as a plant-based, seemingly harmless alternative to prescription medication. That framing has left a lot of people unaware of what kratom actually does…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 04Job Fair at YMCA Yonkers Sept. 10
Looking for your next career opportunity? Join WestCOP SSVF and YWCA Yonkers for a Job Fair on September 10 featuring employers from a variety of industries. Bring your resume, dress for success, and explore new opportunities!
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 04Back to School Warning: Don’t Share Too Much
The New York State Police reminds parents and caregivers to think twice before sharing back-to-school photos online. That first-day-of-school photo is a moment worth sharing but make sure you’re only sharing what you intend. Protect your child’s identity, location and routine by…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 04When An Accident Happens, Knowing What To Do Matters
Car collisions occur in a split second, leaving drivers shocked and confused. Clear thinking right after a crash protects physical health and financial recovery. Following established safety steps reduces stress during chaotic moments on the highway. Photo from Pexels.com…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 04Peekskill Man, Employee at Dogtopia Arrested for Animal Cruelty
Watch the video at: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/5j4n9fod3lpn3cvrux57g/AFrSFbUlk1TIcCibd1bS9OQ?rlkey=2r69kd2me8vzt034zsqdpjezm&st=lda6qjuk&dl=0 SPCA Westchester’s Humane Law Enforcement Unit (HLE), under the direction of Ernest Lungaro, has arrested Cole Kamrath of Peekskill,…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 0410 Gentle Grounding Habits Every Overwhelmed Introvert Should Know
Photo from Pexels.com An overstimulated introvert doesn’t usually need a dramatic intervention. Most of the time, what actually helps is small and boring and repeatable. Grounding habits for introverts work because they interrupt overwhelm before it builds into something bigger.…
The Examiner News
Published September 04Former Fire Commissioner Takes Her Shot
By Adam Stone Gail Wind had talked with her family for years about running for Mount Pleasant Town Board. You need an Examiner membership to read this post in full. Click here to support local journalism now. Or you can The post Former Fire Commissioner Takes Her Shot first…
Mid Hudson News
Published September 04Poughkeepsie hero officer honored
POUGHKEEPSIE – Retired Poughkeepsie City Police Officer Michael Barbagallo has been named the city’s Hero of the Year for his efforts to save residents of a burning building in February. The common council voted unanimously to honor Barbagallo. He was the first on the scene of a…
Yonkers Times (Rising Media Group)
Published September 03BRONX WOMAN INDICTED FOR FALSELY REPORTING BOMB THREAT ON METRO-NORTH TRAIN
Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace announced today that a Bronx woman was indicted for falsely reporting a bomb threat aboard a Metro-North Railroad train traveling to Connecticut. The defendant, Albertyna Mendoza, 27, was arraigned Thursday before Judge George…
City of White Plains News
Published September 03Heat Advisory/Cooling Stations
White Plains offers the following amenities to help keep you cool:
City of White Plains News
Published September 03Reminder - The Use of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers is Prohibited
The use of gas-powered leaf blowers is prohibited in the City of White Plains- Let’s work together to reduce noise and protect our environment.
City of White Plains News
Published September 03