Hospital Golf Event Raises $215,000 for Mental Health Services

Northern Westchester Hospital held their annual golf classic fundraiser on Tuesday, July 9th at the championship GlenArbor golf course in Bedford Hills, NY. Approximately 140 golfers participated and raised $215,000. […] Read more »

Mastering Self-Defense: 8 Effective Strategies to Enhance Your Skills

Enhancing your self-defense skills is no longer an option; it’s a necessity. Whether you’re walking home late at night, traveling alone, or just want to feel more secure in your […] Read more »

The Dark Side of Talcum Powder: Risks and Realities

The use of talcum powder, a common household product, has come under scrutiny in recent years due to its potential health risks. If you or a loved one has been […] Read more »

Sleepy Hollow High School Mural Celebrates Community and Culture 

High School hallways don’t have the reputation for being bright and colorful, but the entrance to Sleepy Hollow High School’s auditorium will now defy that expectation. When the new school […] Read more »

Leadership Has its Rewards, Including a Diploma

Five residents of River Journal communities are among 20 new graduates in the Leadership Westchester Class of 2024. The nine-month professional development program, now in its 27th year, is run […] Read more »

Westchester County Department Of Environmental Facilities Hosts Five Compost Giveaway Events

This spring, the Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities (DEF) hosted five compost giveaways at various locations throughout Westchester County, to bring awareness to food scrap recycling and promote CompostED, […] Read more »

Agi Keleti: The Jewish Olympian’s Story of Survival and Triumph – Exhibit and Speaker Michael Gyory

On Thursday, July 18th the Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center (HHREC) in partnership with the Desmond-Fish Public Library in Garrison, NY will host a talk and presentation on the […] Read more »

Hispanic Federation Awards FSW $106,000 Grant to Launch Bienvenidos Groups in Tarrytown School District

Family Services of Westchester (FSW) is proud to announce the receipt of a generous $106,000 grant from the Hispanic Federation in support of the UPLift New York State Initiative. This […] Read more »

Protecting Your Garden from the Elements: 6 Tips

We’ve all experienced the sheer disappointment of watching a plant you’ve lovingly cared for wither away to nothingness. Sometimes, keeping a plant alive can feel near impossible, especially outdoors in […] Read more »

Irish Heritage Day Returns to Ridge Road Park

Join us to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The American Irish Association of Westchester on Sunday, July 14, 2024, from noon until 6 p.m. at Ridge Road Park in Hartsdale. […] Read more »