The latest news in Westchester and Putnam county, NY
By Amalia Wompa What started as a weekend hobby during the pandemic turned into history for Annabel Silbersher — who, just one day after her 18th birthday, became the youngest runner at the 2025 Boston Marathon on April 21. The
Read MoreBy Martin Wilbur After about two-and-a-half years of discussion and delays, the Pleasantville Planning Commission will open a public hearing on a mixed-use project that would include redeveloping the former Chase Bank building at 444 Bedford Rd. Commission members scheduled
Read MoreDonna Mueller, a familiar face behind the camera and around the area, has been honored as the Pleasantville Chamber of Commerce’s Business Person of the Year. The proprietor of Donna Mueller Photography, she was recognized for her talent, dedication, and
Read MoreBy Adam Stone A coalition of community leaders are gathering today at Market Square in Ossining to condemn a recent letter sent by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) that has sparked national outrage over treatment of legal asylum seekers.
Read MoreBy Martin Wilbur North Castle Town Board members and the former chair of the town’s Board of Ethics battled last week over key differences of opinion on aspects of proposed updates to the municipality’s ethics code. During an April 9
Read MoreBy Andrew Vitelli A box office clerk accused of verbally attacking a Jewish couple at Jacob Burns Film Center is no longer with the theater, according to the couple’s daughter. The staffing change follows a heated confrontation over tickets to
Read MoreBy Elissa Leka Melissa Etheridge hasn’t just amassed Grammy Awards and hit songs since the 1980s – she’s built a legacy marked by authenticity, passion, and soul. Now, in 2025, even amid divided times, she remains confident in our ability
Read MoreBy Mike Gold Ken Burr, born with cerebral palsy, gets around in a wheelchair. He took a train from White Plains. He came because he wants President Trump “to keep hands off Medicaid and Social Security,” which he relies on
Read MoreA new civic affairs interview show podcast, Local Matters, is set to debut later this week, offering in-depth conversations on the issues shaping the region. Hosted by Examiner Media Publisher Adam Stone, veteran journalist Martin Wilbur, and former PCTV Station
Read MoreHudson Valley Congressman Pat Ryan has released the results of a community inquiry into the operations of Optum-owned medical practices in the Hudson Valley, highlighting widespread complaints about deteriorating care quality, billing errors, and accessibility issues. The findings, based on
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