Basketball announcer Rich Leaf, a 2017 inductee to the Westchester Sports Hall of Fame, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 23 on child pornography charges following a months-long investigation by the FBI, federal documents show. Leaf, 72, was released on bail the same day on a $100,000 bond. According to the […]
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Peace and quiet: Why less noise might help our ears but not our hearts or brains
By Laura Williamson, American Heart Association News Jack hammers. Buzz saws. Screaming toddlers. Barking dogs. Horns blaring from incessant traffic jams. Any of these can set nerves on edge, especially if you are subjected to the noise for hours, days or weeks on end. It’s more than aggravating. Studies […]
3D pop artist creates artwork for Feeding Westchester
Feeding Westchester and internationally renowned 3D pop artist Charles Fazzino are collaborating this February for a Valentine’s Day focused virtual volunteer project. Feeding Westchester’s new Help From Home volunteer project allows volunteers to create and donate individual bags of assorted food items to be distributed to hungry neighbors through their […]
County seeks nominations for first WOW Award
Celebrating the power, strength and independence of Westchester County women, members of County Executive George Latimer’s team formed a committee to pay tribute to local women and honor them for their contributions during the pandemic. This year’s #WOWConversations makes a triumphant return, after being cancelled last year due to COVID-19. […]
GridRewards program targets Westchester residents, businesses
GridReward, a groundbreaking program and accompanying free, mobile app that pays users up to 20% of their annual energy bill for reducing usage at peak demand hours will expand its imprint throughout Westchester County, following a successful summer pilot program initiated by Sustainable Westchester. Any Con Edison customer can participate […]
