The city of New Rochelle has officially begun construction of a new comfort station at Ward Acres Park, marking another significant milestone in the implementation of the Ward Acres Park Master Plan and the City’s long-term investment in one of New Rochelle’s most treasured natural resources. The project continues the […]
Author: Jim Scova
Gluten-Free Living: Necessity or Just Another Health Trend?
Walk through almost any grocery store today and you’ll find gluten-free products everywhere—from bread and pasta to cookies and cereal. Restaurants are prominently labeling gluten-free menu items, and social media is filled with influencers claiming that cutting out gluten leads to better health, more energy and less bloating. But is […]
WESTCHESTER URGES LANDLORDS TO REGISTER WITH STATE LEAD RENTAL REGISTRY
To help prevent lead poisoning in young children and pregnant women, the owners of buildings with two or more apartments in certain zip codes in Mount Vernon, New Rochelle and Yonkers are required by state law to register their properties at Lead Safe NY and to have them inspected every […]
Westchester school bus safety program reduces illegal passing
The results of the County’s 2025-2026 School Bus Safety Program Annual Report, showing a 23.8% reduction in illegal school bus passing violations during the program’s first full year. Since launching in partnership with BusPatrol during National School Bus Safety Week in October 2024, the initiative has improved driver compliance, strengthened […]
SUSTAINABLE WESTCHESTER SECURES $750K STATE INVESTMENT TO EXPAND CLEAN ENERGY
Sustainable Westchester today announced the receipt of $750,000 in New York State funding, made possible through the leadership ofSenate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, to expand clean energy programs serving residents and businesses across Westchester County. The investment arrives at a critical moment: energy costs are climbing, air quality alerts are […]







