Scarsdale Investor Declines Gubernatorial Run Scarsdale Investor Declines Gubernatorial Run
Scarsdale Investor Declines Gubernatorial Run Gov. Andrew Cuomo's potential opponents are stepping aside. Harry Wilson, a Scarsdale businessman considered the frontrunner for the Republican nomination, announced on Facebook Monday that he will not be running for governor, citing family reasons.  Cuomo, a Democrat, is running for a third term this year. Wilson joins Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro and former Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, who also announced they will not be challenging Cuomo. "I have been wrestling with two incredibly powerful but, ultimately, competing forces – a deep desire to serve and make …
Westchester Better, Strong Than Eight Years Ago, Astorino Says Westchester Better, Strong Than Eight Years Ago, Astorino Says
Westchester Better, Strong Than Eight Years Ago, Astorino Says WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. - As new Westchester County Executive George Latimer hits the ground running in 2018, outgoing Executive Rob Astorino took to Facebook to address his constituents. In a lengthy post, Astorino said that Westchester is “better and stronger today than when (he) arrived,” in 2009 when he first took office. During his eight years, Astorino’s administration helped create 44,000 new private sector jobs, he said, creating the opportunities for thousands of new jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in new revenue in the process. He also touted the revitalization of Playla…
Latimer Issues Executive Order Banning Gun Shows On County Property Latimer Issues Executive Order Banning Gun Shows On County Property
Latimer Issues Executive Order Banning Gun Shows On County Property This story has been updated. As one of his first actions as Westchester County's new County Executive, George Latimer signed an executive order on Tuesday banning gun shows on county property. Former County Executive Rob Astorino of Mount Pleasant, who Latimer defeated on Nov. 7, 2017, supported gun and knife shows at the public-owned County Center in White Plains. "This is the wrong venue for these gun shows,'' Latimer said at an afternoon news conference, surrounded by county legislators and gun control advocates. "I thank you for listening to all the people of Westchester,'' …
New Era: Latimer Sworn In As Westchester County Executive New Era: Latimer Sworn In As Westchester County Executive
New Era: Latimer Sworn In As Westchester County Executive WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. -- The George Latimer Administration has begun. Latimer (D-Rye) was sworn in as Westchester County Executive on Monday and began his tenure with a flurry of activity. The county executive, who defeated Republican incumbent Rob Astorino in November, issued an executive order removing the names and likeness of the County Executives from all County signage.  “These parks were here long before I came into office and will be enjoyed by residents long after I leave,” said Latimer, “Westchester’s natural beauty does not belong to one person. Westchester residents don’t care who…
Latimer Holding Inauguration Ceremony At Westchester Community College Latimer Holding Inauguration Ceremony At Westchester Community College
Latimer Holding Inauguration Ceremony At Westchester Community College VALHALLA, N.Y. -- County Executive-elect George Latimer (D-Rye) announced he is holding inauguration ceremonies at Westchester Community College on Sunday, Jan. 7 at noon at the Hankin Academic Arts Building Theater.Latimer, who defeated County Executive Rob Astorino (R-Mount Pleasant) in November, officially takes office on Jan. 1.  Last week, Latimer appointed Legislator Ken Jenkins as Deputy County Executive. 
Indian Point Closure, Latimer Win, New TZB Top Westchester News For 2017 Indian Point Closure, Latimer Win, New TZB Top Westchester News For 2017
Indian Point Closure, Latimer Win, New TZB Top Westchester News For 2017 WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- It was a game-changing year in Westchester County in 2017. The year began with the announcement Entergy will be closing Indian Point Energy Center in 2020 and 2021. The closure was part of an agreement with Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Riverkeeper with the state dropping all legal challenges against the plant. Entergy said it was no longer economically viable to keep the plant open. Indian Point closing will impact 2,000 jobs. The Village of Buchanan receives 46 percent of its revenue from the power plant while the Hendrick Hudson School District gets 33 percent of its …