THE BRONX, NY — June 15, 2020 — Congressman Eliot L. Engel, a member of the House LGBTQ+ Equality Caucus, issued the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision in the Bostock vs. Clayton County case today. The Bostock case now affirms the definition of “sex” under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act to prohibit an individual from being …
Why I Support My Dad
By JULIE SCARPINO
WHITE PLAINS, NY — June 9, 2020 — My name is Julie Scarpino and Westchester District Attorney Tony Scarpino is my father. As Election Day approaches on June 23rd, I am grateful for this opportunity to share an inside glimpse into the man who raised me and why I am confident he deserves your vote to continue serving as DA. …
By JULIE SCARPINO
May 19: Westchester County Executive George Latimer Gives COVID-19 Update
View County Executive George Latimer’s full briefing at this link: https://youtu.be/CrJ7DC6W134 Westchester County’s confirmed figures of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases tabulated as of May 19, 2020.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao Announces $30.2 Million for the Westchester County Department of Public Works and Transportation COVID-19 Response in Westchester County, New York
WASHINGTON, D.C. — May 19, 2020 — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced a $30.2 million grant award to the Westchester County Department of Public Works and Transportation (Bee-Line), in Westchester, New York, as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed by President Donald J. Trump on March 27, 2020. …
Engel-Led Education Funding for $5 Billion to NY Included in HEROES Act
WASHINGTON, DC — May 14, 2020 — Congressman Eliot Engel is pleased to announce that thanks to his efforts with the New York Congressional Delegation, New York is in line to receive an additional $5 billion in funds to help support the state’s public education system as part of the HEROES Act. Last month, Congressman Engel led the New York …
Westchester County Executive George Latimer Gives COVID-19 Update from Mount Vernon City Hall Presented on May 13, 2020
View County Executive George Latimer’s full briefing at this link:https://youtu.be/H_RV2b7H3RA
Westchester Putnam Central Labor Body Endorses DA Scarpino
Second Major Labor Endorsement for Scarpino in Seven Days WESTCHESTER COUNTY, NY — May 11, 2020 — The Westchester Putnam Central Labor Body has endorsed Westchester District Attorney Tony Scarpino for re-election. “The Westchester Putnam Central Labor Body proudly endorses Westchester DA Tony Scarpino because his leadership and experience have kept the working men and women of our County safe. …
MOTHER’S DAY BXV: 30 Ideas in 30 Minutes
Register below to join us on Tuesday May 5th, 2020 at 3PM for an entertaining preview of magical gift ideas for Mother’s Day. BRONXVILLE, NY — May 2, 2020 — Given the COVID-19 social distancing mandates, the Bronxville Women’s Club and Chamber of Commerce have organized a 30-minute shopping tour of some of BXV’s favorite shops. The shopkeepers will show …
Environmental Organization “Clearwater” In Dire Fiscal Straits
By ROGER WITHERSPOON
May 2, 2020 — Clearwater, the venerable environmental organization that was a driving force behind the passage of the 1972 Clean Water Act and the dominant force behind converting the Hudson River from an open sewer to a recreational and scenic attraction is in such dire fiscal straits that it may have to shut its doors permanently at the end …
By ROGER WITHERSPOON