Firefighters, First Responders To Receive Tax Breaks In Westchester Thanks To New Law Firefighters, First Responders To Receive Tax Breaks In Westchester Thanks To New Law
Firefighters, First Responders To Receive Tax Breaks In Westchester Thanks To New Law To recognize them for the services they provide to their communities, volunteer firefighters and ambulance workers in Westchester will receive property tax breaks thanks to a new law. The legislation, signed into law by County Executive George Latimer on Thursday, Dec. 14, creates guidelines for property tax breaks for past and current volunteer firefighters and ambulance service members as well as their spouses, according to county officials. "This law recognizes the sacrifices made by our volunteers and provides meaningful support for their service," Latimer said, adding, "We are proud to…
Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center
Sun River Health Hosts Ribbon Cutting At New Rochelle Health Center Sun River Health held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new health center known as Sun River Health New Rochelle on Friday, December 8. Congressman Jamaal Bowman, County Legislator George Latimer, City Councilmember Shane Osinloye, Dr. Corey Reynolds, the New Rochelle Superintendent of Schools, and representatives from many New Rochelle community organizations, including the Lexington Center for Recovery, the Mental Health Association, Neighbors Link, the New Rochelle Public Library, the Department of Labor, MVP, Health First, Fidelis, Choice Case Management, and Westchester Jewish…
$2.4B Westchester Budget For 2024 Signed By County Exec Latimer: Here's What's In It $2.4B Westchester Budget For 2024 Signed By County Exec Latimer: Here's What's In It
$2.4B Westchester Budget For 2024 Signed By County Exec Latimer: Here's What's In It Westchester County Executive George Latimer has officially signed the county's 2024 budget.  The budget, which totals $2.4 billion, was signed by Latimer on Monday afternoon, Dec. 11 following its passage by the Westchester County Board of Legislators earlier in the day.  According to county officials, the new budget maintains the same property tax levy as 2023, which means it is the fifth consecutive year without a levy increase.  The budget also includes additions approved by the Board of Legislator's Budget & Appropriations Committee. These additions to the …
Update: Westchester County Exec Latimer Officially Announces Bid For Congress Against Bowman Update: Westchester County Exec Latimer Officially Announces Bid For Congress Against Bowman
Update: Westchester County Exec Latimer Officially Announces Bid For Congress Against Bowman Westchester County Executive George Latimer has officially announced his intention to launch a Congressional Democratic primary challenge for New York's 16th District seat.  Latimer, age 70, announced his campaign in a video posted to social media on Wednesday morning, Dec. 6, in which he said he is "ready to deliver" for constituents within the 16th district.  The 16th district is made up of the southern part of Westchester, including the suburban cities of White Plains, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, New Rochelle, and Rye, and a small portion of the northern Bronx.  "We're al…
Westchester County Exec Latimer Moves Toward Congressional Primary Challenge Against Bowman Westchester County Exec Latimer Moves Toward Congressional Primary Challenge Against Bowman
Westchester County Exec Latimer Moves Toward Congressional Primary Challenge Against Bowman Westchester County Executive George Latimer has moved a step closer to launching a Democratic Congressional primary challenge to represent New York's 16th District.  New, updated report - Update: Westchester County Exec Latimer Officially Announces Bid For Congress Against Bowman On Monday, Dec. 4, Latimer, age 70, filed with the Federal Elections Commission to create a committee to raise money for a congressional campaign, according to a copy of the filing obtained by Daily Voice. The filing says it was signed by Latimer on Monday. The move is the strongest indication yet that…
Westchester's Bond Rating Upgraded By Fitch: 'Disciplined Financial Management' Westchester's Bond Rating Upgraded By Fitch: 'Disciplined Financial Management'
Westchester's Bond Rating Upgraded By Fitch: 'Disciplined Financial Management' Thanks to "disciplined financial management," Westchester's bond rating has been upgraded to the highest possible designation by Fitch ratings, county officials said.  The county's credit rating was upgraded by Fitch to a prestigious "AAA" credit rating, officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 29.  County Executive George Latimer said the upgrade resulted from hard work and careful financial management.  "From day one, my administration has been committed to strong financial management, fiscal stability and prudent governance. This is a tremendous accomplishment for my a…
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: New Law To Reduce Incidents In Westchester, Officials Say Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: New Law To Reduce Incidents In Westchester, Officials Say
Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: New Law To Reduce Incidents In Westchester, Officials Say Officials in Westchester County have passed legislation intended to combat dangerous fires caused by lithium-ion batteries. The legislation, which Westchester County Executive George Latimer has signed, will increase safety regulations regarding lithium-ion batteries for electric mobility devices such as e-bikes, e-scooters, and hoverboards, officials announced on Wednesday, Nov. 1.  The new law will stipulate the following:  Only regulated and graded lithium-ion batteries for electric mobility devices will be able to be sold in Westchester; Every retail establishment in the cou…
NY Congressional Candidate Pauses Campaign To Let Westchester Executive Latimer Decide On Run NY Congressional Candidate Pauses Campaign To Let Westchester Executive Latimer Decide On Run
NY Congressional Candidate Pauses Campaign To Let Westchester Executive Latimer Decide On Run A New York congressional candidate running for the 16th Congressional District seat has paused his run in order to allow Westchester County Executive George Latimer to make a decision on whether or not he will pursue the seat.  Michael Gerald, a Democratic candidate for the NY-16 Congressional District seat, announced on Tuesday, Oct. 31 that he would be pausing his campaign until Latimer decides if he is running for the same seat or not.  The 16th district is made up of the southern part of Westchester County, including the suburban cities of White Plains, Mount Vernon, Yonkers, New Rochel…
Hungry? Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Kicks Off At White Plains Eatery Hungry? Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Kicks Off At White Plains Eatery
Hungry? Hudson Valley Restaurant Week Kicks Off At White Plains Eatery It's official: Fall 2023's Hudson Valley Restaurant Week has officially started with a kickoff event held at a Westchester eatery.  The fall kickoff was held at Red Horse by David Burke located in White Plains inside the Opus Westchester in White Plains at 221 Main St. (Route 119), Westchester County Executive George Latimer announced on Tuesday, Oct. 17. Earlier Report - Fall Lineup: Dates, Participating Eateries Revealed For Hudson Valley Restaurant Week The modern American steakhouse, which features prime beef dry-aged to celebrity chef David Burke's patented Himalay…
$473.7M 2024 Capital Budget Proposed In Westchester: Here's Where Funding Will Go $473.7M 2024 Capital Budget Proposed In Westchester: Here's Where Funding Will Go
$473.7M 2024 Capital Budget Proposed In Westchester: Here's Where Funding Will Go Westchester County Executive George Latimer has unveiled his proposed 2024 Capital Budget, which requests $473.7 million in new appropriations.  The proposed budget, announced by Latimer on Tuesday, Oct. 17, includes investments in affordable housing, infrastructure for electric vehicles, parkway rehabilitation, bridges, roads, and flood mitigation.  The budget will now be reviewed by the Westchester Board of Legislators. "Our 2024 Capital Budget, the sixth of its kind under our stewardship, paves the way for a brighter tomorrow. With investments in affordable housing, electric v…
Crime Rates Down In Westchester, New Report Says: Here's How Much Crime Rates Down In Westchester, New Report Says: Here's How Much
Crime Rates Down In Westchester, New Report Says: Here's How Much An all-new report compiled by New York state officials has revealed that crime rates in Westchester have decreased over the last few years. The new report, released by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, shows a "notable reduction in unlawful activities" in Westchester between 2017 and 2022, County Executive George Latimer announced on Wednesday, Oct. 11.  According to the report, the total index crime in the county decreased by 5.2 percent, and the total amount of violent crime decreased by 15.7 percent from 2017 to 2022. The report also contained informatio…
Heat Advisory Issued In Westchester As Temps Climb: This Beach To Remain Open Heat Advisory Issued In Westchester As Temps Climb: This Beach To Remain Open
Heat Advisory Issued In Westchester As Temps Climb: This Beach To Remain Open As temperatures continue to rise in a late-summer heat wave, Westchester officials have issued an advisory lasting several days and are even keeping one beach open later than usual to help residents cool off.  The Westchester County Health Department issued a heat advisory that will last until Friday, Sept. 8, officials announced on Wednesday, Sept. 6.  The advisory follows forecasts of high heat and humidity that will make it feel over 95 degrees on Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 7, with the sweltering temperatures continuing into Friday as well.  Related Report: Separ…