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New law to equip county police with EpiPens

Standing alongside Westchester County Police Officers, Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins signed into law legislation that will ensure relevant County Police officers are equipped and trained to administer epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPens) while on duty—providing a critical, life-saving tool for allergy emergencies. Jenkins said: “By signing this bill into law, Westchester […]

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MGM Empire City pulls application for state casino license

MGM Resorts International today withdrew its commercial casino license application to the New York Gaming Commission and the Gaming Facility Location Board to transform Empire City in Yonkers. MGM Resorts withdrew its application on Tuesday. “Today, MGM Resorts made the difficult decision to withdraw its application for a commercial casino […]

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County advances modernization of Westchester Airport

The Westchester County Airport (HPN) terminal is another step closer to becoming more user-friendly. An official Request for Proposals (RFP) for the terminal redesign has been released to 11 pre-qualified firms. Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “It’s time that the Westchester County Airport reflects the high quality and character […]

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The Picture House Presents ‘REEL WILD’ NY Film Festival

Bronxville, NY -The Picture House Regional Film Center is thrilled to announce REEL WILD™️ New York Film Festival’s fall screenings, a showcase of extraordinary wildlife films and interactive programming for audiences of all ages. Presented in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), this special event will take place Thursday, […]

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When Should You Go to an Emergency Department?

Dr. Dean Straff, Director of Emergency Medicine Most people know that a severe medical situation requires a trip to their nearest hospital’s emergency department (ED). In some cases, however, people show up in the ED for reasons that are less urgent. As the director of the busiest ED in Westchester […]