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"The time is now to demonstrate our shared humanity and make sure our local food banks and pantries are well-funded and well-stocked."
SNAP benefits will now likely lapse on Nov. 1, amid the ongoing federal shutdown, leaving neighbors at risk.
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The passenger was arrested and charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance, according to NYSP.
With federal SNAP benefits set to end in days, food insecurity could quickly become an emergency for many Westchester residents.
Flooding was reported on U.S. 1, Bronx River Parkway, the Hutch and the Sprain Brook.
A 33-year-old Ellenville man was charged with criminal mischief, grand larceny, and unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, cops said.
While the program is taking place, probation officers will be tracking down those who didn't attend the mandatory event.
The resiliency projects will resurface roadways and are expected to improve travel along two vital routes in the county.
The 45-year-old Westchester County resident was linked to the December 2024 attack by DNA, according to prosecutors.
Election Day is on Nov. 4, and early voting is underway. Here are the candidates and propositions that will appear on your ballot.
Phelps Hospital staff collected hundreds of gently used and new bras, all of which were donated to the Community Wardrobe of Sleepy Hollow.
The Poughkeepsie man was arrested over the weekend on felony burglary charges connected to the theft that happened in September.
A network of CB users and law enforcement will keep an eye on overpasses during the 49th Annual Pumpkin Patrol.
"In Westchester County, we believe in compassion, not cruelty. We believe in helping people get on their feet, not knocking them down."
A 40-year-old man was taken to the hospital with a laceration he got during an altercation on Water Street in Peekskill, cops said.
A 28-year-old Haverstraw man was charged with attempted murder, criminal use of a firearm, and criminal possession of a weapon.
The 28-year-old also punctured the tires on his truck, and made deep cuts into the paint of the vehicle, according to Ellenville police.
The Human Rights Commission combats discrimination by implementing and enforcing the county’s human rights and fair housing laws.
The Million Dollar Raffle brought good fortune to winners in Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, and Ulster counties.
