Listener inquiry and opinion is welcome. Be heard by calling: (347) 205-9201. Listen “Live” or “On Demand” by using this hyperlink … http://tobtr.com/s/11096345 WESTCHESTER, NY — Ossining Mayor Victoria Gearity opens the Friday, December 14, 2018th broadcast day about issues concerning Ossining. This segment: 10-10:30am Austin Anderson is a comedian based in Yonkers, NY, and Jason Ox-Horn is a comedian …
How We Keep Communities Safe
By Westchester County Legislator KITLEY COVILL
WHITE PLAINS, NY — December 13, 2018 — Earlier this week, I had the honor of recognizing the brave members of Westchester County Police’s Hazardous Device and Emergency Service Units and their canine partners, for the important work they did in handling the pipe bombs sent to Bedford and Chappaqua. There’s no more important job of County government then …
By Westchester County Legislator KITLEY COVILL
John and Laurie Wiles, the Driving Me Crazy Duo, and Hezi Aris, Yonkers Tribune Editor-at-Large on Westchester On the Level – Thursday, December 13, 2018th @10am EST
Participate by calling: (347) 205-9201. Listen to this broadcast “Live” or “On Demand” via the Internet … http://tobtr.com/s/11112327 PINEHURST, NC and YONKERS, NY — December 12, 2018 — Driving Me Crazy duo John and Laurie Wiles review the 2019 Ram 1500 Laramie Quad Cab 4X2 Truck, in Delmonico Red Pearl, with all the SWEEET trimmings, and as an extra bonus, talk …
Citing Impact on Communities of Color, National Urban League Urges Action of Criminal Justice Reform Legislation
NEW YORK, NY— December 11, 2018 — Citing criminal justice reform as “critical to families and communities of color,” the National Urban League urged Congressional leaders to pass the First Step Act. Aimed at easing the mass incarceration crisis, the First Step Act would return 7,000 imprisoned people to their communities immediately and reduce the size of the federal prison …
Caribbean Israel Coalition: A Partner in United Nations Sustainable Development?
By REBECCA THEODORE
NEW YORK, NY — December 12, 2018 — Since the introduction of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals nearly three years ago, the smaller states of the Caribbean region have been searching for sustainable development models to address the challenges they face. Aside from the fact, that, a stronger commitment to partnership and cooperation is needed to achieve the Sustainable …
By REBECCA THEODORE
Mount Vernon Unveils First Arts, Culture & Heritage Master Plan
Designed to Spur Economic Growth Capitalizes on City’s Rich Entertainment Legacy MOUNT VERNON, NY — December 12, 2018 — Mayor Richard Thomas unveiled Mount Vernon’s first Arts, Culture & Heritage Master Plan, a blueprint for economic development that capitalizes on the city’s rich history as a home to legendary singers, actors and entertainers, such as Nina Simone, Denzel Washington, Dick …
A Trio of Brand-new 2018 Holiday Christmas Albums
By BOB PUTIGNANO
Mindi Abair & the Boneshakers “All I Got for Christmas is the Blues” Pretty Good for a Girl: https://www.mindiabair.com/ Les McCann “A Time Les Christmas” The Abrahams Company: https://www.lesmccannxmas.com Eric Clapton “Happy Xmas” Surfdog Records: https://surfdog.com/ Twice Grammy nominated Mindi Abair is a saxophonist, vocalist, and author. She was also the featured saxophonist for the 2011 and …
By BOB PUTIGNANO
Recognizing That New York State Is Old: As Are Its Underpinnings
By Mayor MARY C. MARVIN, Esq.
BRONXVILLE, NY — December 11, 2018 — Two weeks ago, I wrote about the legislation passed in Albany during the most recent session. The following are items that never made it to the Governor’s desk despite being beneficial to a majority of municipalities all across the State including Bronxville. While the primary role of local governments is to provide vital …
By Mayor MARY C. MARVIN, Esq.
Class Action Law Firm and Disability Advocates Win a Victory in Their Battle to Hold Lyft Inc. Accountable for Denying Services to People with Disabilities
WHITE PLAINS, NY — December 10, 2018 — United States District Judge Nelson S. Roman has denied Lyft, Inc.’s attempts to dismiss Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and New York State Human Rights Law claims against the popular ride-sharing company. The class action law firm of Finkelstein, Blankinship Frei-Pearson & Garber (FBFG) represents Plaintiffs Harriet Lowell and Westchester Disabled on the …
Westchester County Executive Latimer Signs $1.94 Billion FY2019 Budget
WHITE PLAINS, NY — December 10, 2018 — After today’s affirmative vote by the Board of Legislators, County Executive George Latimer signed the $1.94B FY 2019 County Operating Budget. The budget stays well below the New York State tax cap of 5.7%, maintains the County’s reserves, funds vital County services which taxpayers rely on and begins the process of restoring …