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Opening Date Set For New Movie Theater In Westchester: Here's When
An all-new movie theater in Westchester has revealed when film fans can begin enjoying the big screens. A new Apple Cinemas location at the former Showcase Cinema de Lux site in the White Plains City Center at 237 Martine Ave. will open on Thursday, May 16 pending permit approvals, the Downtown White Plains Business Improvement District announced. Earlier Report - New Movie Theater Coming To White Plains On opening day, which will follow an invite-only ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday, May 14, visitors will get to enjoy the theater's reclining seats, self-serve popcorn …
News
New 'Digital Lab' Opens To Teach Online Skills To 17K Westchester Children Without Internet
Because internet literacy is essential to success in the 21st century, a new "digital learning lab" in Westchester County is aiming to teach these skills to children without regular access to technology. The new learning lab, opened by both the Urban League of Westchester County and AT&T, is located in White Plains at the Urban League's headquarters at 61 Mitchell Pl., and will provide computers, digital education tools, mentoring, and internet access to children across the county, according to an announcement from AT&T. The lab celebrated its grand openin…
Politics
Covid-
19: Mayor In Westchester Tests Positive
A prominent politician in the Hudson Valley announced that he has become the latest to confirm a breakthrough COVID-19 infection. In Westchester, White Plains Mayor Tom Roach’s office announced that he had a confirmed positive COVID-19 case on Sunday, Dec. 19, despite being fully vaccinated with a recent booster shot. In a statement, a spokesperson for Roach’s office said that the mayor will continue to work for the city from home. “The Mayor’s symptoms are mild, but he is taking every precaution, including isolating at home,” they wrote in a statement. “Mayor Roach is thankful that he r…
Business
New Bagel & Deli Express Opens In Westchester
A new bagel shop with a plethora of options for its customers is ready to introduce itself to the members of its new Westchester home. Owner Anthony Barona was scheduled to be joined by White Plains Mayor Tom Roach and other business owners on Wednesday, June 2 to celebrate the grand opening of Bagel & Deli Express on Westchester Avenue. The opening was temporarily delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and Barona said that it’s important to open up his eatery’s doors to show that Westchester, New York, and the rest of the country are recovering from the virus’ financial impact on busine…
Lifestyle
New Restaurant Opens In Westchester
Falafel lovers can gear up for a fix of their favorite with the opening of a new restaurant in Westchester specializing in the tasty chickpea delights. The Falafel Place, owned by Tamara and Ehud Cafri, celebrated its grand opening in White Plains on Tuesday, May 11, with a big celebration that included the White Plains BID and White Plains Mayor Tom Roach for a ribbon-cutting. The Cafris, who owned the popular Hummus Place on the Upper West Side for more than 15 years, decided to bring this authentic Middle Eastern (and kosher) food to Westchester by opening Falafel Place in Yonk…
Police & Fire
Suspect Nabbed For Attack On Asian Grandmother In Westchester
An 83-year-old Asian-American grandmother was spat on and knocked unconscious during a random attack by a man in Westchester, who was later apprehended, police said. Nancy Toh was attacked at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9 while collecting cans and bottles to recycle outside Nordstrom at the Westchester Mall in White Plains, police said. She was allegedly approached by Glenmore Nehmbhard, who spat on her and punched her in the face. Authorities say Nehmbhard is homeless. Police said that Toh was knocked to the ground by the punch and blacked out before a good Samaritan came to …
Lifestyle
Covid-
19: Westchester Church Launches Free Grocery Delivery Service For Members Unable To Shop
During the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), churches across the country might not be able to attend services together, but they are still doing the good works including one Westchester church which is delivering groceries for those in need. Grace/La Gracia Episcopal Church in White Plains, decided to come up with ways to reach not only its congregation during the pandemic but those in need throughout the community. The nearly 200-year-old Anglo-Catholic parish has also formed a new free delivery service of groceries for members- those unable to shop; and therefore in great need, said the …
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Latimer Urges Westchester Residents To Go Car Free On Friday
County Executive George Latimer asked drivers to leave their cars at home today, Sept, 21 to celebrate “Car Free Day” in the Hudson Valley. Join the SMART Commute team for Car Free Day in Mount Vernon’s Petrillo Plaza today, Sept. 21, until 5 p.m. Stop by to learn more about how to travel sustainably by using the Bee-Line Bus System. Pick up a system map or bus schedule, enter to win a free 2-Trip MetroCard and enjoy complimentary refreshments provided by local businesses. Ultimate Juices and Edible Arrangements, both of Mount Vernon, will be providing free samples throughout the event…
Lifestyle
ArtsWestchester, White Plains Unveil Colorful Street Mural
White Plains Mayor Tom Roach and ArtsWestchester CEO Janet Langsam joined the community on Monday, May 14 to celebrate the completion of a new street mural on Mamaroneck and Martine avenues. The public art project, created by well-known street artist Wayne “Wane One” Peterkin, commemorates the 20th anniversary of the arts council building. “The public art piece serves as a colorful welcome mat inviting residents and visitors to White Plains and into ArtsWestchester’s gallery, as well as our nine-story building filled with artist studios and creative businesses,” Langsam said. Marked by a …
Politics
Westchester May Become Latest County To Trash Plastic Bags, Foam
As people around the globe observe Earth Day on Sunday, Westchester County Legislators Kitley Covill and Nancy Barr are putting their environmental principles into action. On Thursday, April 19, they proposed legislation to encourage the use of reusable bags and keep single-use plastic checkout bags out of the county’s streets, landfills and waterways. The legislation additionally takes aim at polystyrene foam, banning its use in food packing and other kinds of items packed in the county. “This is the first step toward a goal we all share -- to improve the environment by eliminating the p…
News
State Of The Art Improvements Planned For White Plains Metro-North Station
Metro-North Railroad on Friday, March 30, announced that a full-scale renewal project that will bring state of the art improvements to the White Plains station is underway. The project will give Metro-North customers a reimagined station, one that’s more accessible to all, safer, easier to navigate, and technologically up-to-date. The White Plains station has the third highest ridership in the Metro-North system, second only to Stamford and Grand Central Terminal. The revitalized White Plains station will have a more customer friendly focus, making commuting easier and more pleasant for…
Lifestyle
Westchester Locale Among Top 100 Places To Live In New National Ranking
It's no surprise to Mayor Tom Roach and others living or working in and around White Plains that the hip-hop city and Westchester County's seat of government made the latest Top 100 ranking of best places to live in the United States.The up-and-coming metropolis -- best known for its shopping, major corporate presence (Heineken USA is headquartered there), downtown farmer's market, fine arts and annual New Year's celebrations -- continues to boom. A major new bus/train transit hub is in the planning stages, top-notch hotels continue to relocate there and its shopping districts have always t…
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