Commentary on local issues from guest contributors.
By John Ravitz Elaine Clarke’s June 23 Examiner article, “Regional Opposition Grows as Croton Prepares to Vote This Week on Project Maple Fracked Gas Pipeline,” rightly highlights the complexities of our energy future. At a recent public hearing, I posed
Read MoreBy Julie Woodward How much Congress will change Medicare in the final version of its Big Bill is unclear, but it’s already becoming harder for people on Medicare to find comprehensive coverage that balances cost, care preferences, and a sense
Read MoreBy Juan Diaz I was born in Ecuador and came to the United States at 12. Like many undocumented immigrants, I experienced economic, educational, and emotional barriers. Upon adjusting my immigration status, I took advantage of the chance to advance
Read MoreThis essay was submitted by a Fox Lane baseball parent who requested anonymity to keep the focus on the team and community rather than on the author. Dear 2025 Fox Lane Baseball, We want to thank you for the past
Read MoreEditorial Note: To allow the Palestinian and Israeli teenagers interviewed for this article to speak freely, their real names have been changed to pseudonyms to protect their privacy. By Idan Yedid This spring, The Examiner News published multiple articles covering
Read MoreBy Talia Pierson Over the last nineteen months, the phrase “Globalize the Intifada” – alongside antisemitic hate under the guise of pro-Palestinian activism – has gone viral in America. From its use on social media platforms, to college campuses, to
Read MoreBy Kathleen Reckling Like thousands of organizations across the U.S. that provide access to the arts and opportunities to advance creative free expression, ArtsWestchester recently received termination notices for several federal grants. Over these last few weeks, the Trump Administration
Read MoreBy Dr. Shara Labelson, PT, DPT Cycling is a popular and beneficial activity that offers numerous physical and mental health advantages. However, like any sport, it can also lead to injuries if proper precautions are not taken. Two common issues
Read MoreBy John F. McMullen President Donald Trump recently signed an Executive Order removing items from the Smithsonian and other national museums that he considers un-American. This follows a series of eyebrow-raising moves, from floating the idea of buying Greenland to
Read MoreBy Rabbi Yehuda Heber, Chabad of Yorktown The eight day Jewish holiday of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the 15th through the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan. This year, those dates coincide with April 12
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