Letter to the Editor: Make Yourself Heard During State Budget Season

Dear Editor, I write to invite readers of this publication to weigh in as New York State shapes its budget for fiscal year 2026. My staff and I are currently […] Read more »

Mayor’s Statement: ICE Enforcement in Peekskill

Early this morning, Peekskill Police Department Chief Dylewski was informed federal agencies including the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were in the City looking for an individual with a […] Read more »
From left: Mark Morganelli, Monica Getz and Ellen Prior. Photo: Mark Morganelli

Letter to the Editor: Remembering Monica Getz

Monica Getz helped many individuals get back on their feet after setbacks in their lives Our community lost a great woman this week. Irvington’s Monica Getz, founder of the Coalition […] Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Croton Clergy Call for Support for Immigrants 

Dear Editor: At the twilight of one year and the dawn of another, we keep coming back to words from the ancient Book of Isaiah — “Learn to do good; […] Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Reflections On Meeting Jimmy Carter as a Mid-1970s Teenager

Most people will remember Jimmy Carter for his exceptional humanitarian endeavors during his post Presidency. I will remember our former President not only for the good deeds he did during his […] Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Concern for NY Public Education System if Liability Bill Becomes Law

By Karen Belanger A strong education is the foundation for our children’s future success, helping to close income gaps, build a skilled workforce, and strengthen the economy. However, if liability […] Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Clergy Says DACA Recipients and Dreamers Deserve ‘A Secure Future’

Dreamers are neighbors, friends, and families who are part of our local and national fabric. Their loss would harm us all Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Ossining Dems Seek 2025 Candidates

In 2025, there are several local and county positions up for election Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Free Thanksgiving Meals for Those in Need

One must RSVP Elmsford business Central Turf & Irrigation Supply is again serving a hot lunch to those in need at the Westchester Community Health Center on Thanksgiving Day. This […] Read more »

Letter to the Editor: Thank You to RiverArts

I would like to thank River Arts for sponsoring their annual studio arts tour this past weekend. I visited some of the artists and was very impressed with how spectacular […] Read more »