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Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction
Hypertension and Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a widespread problem for middle-aged and older men. Certain medical conditions such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and hypertension (high blood pressure) increase a man’s risk of developing ED. A significant link between hypertension and ED has been shown in men, so let’s take a moment to talk about how to manage your blood pressure and prevent ED. How does high blood pressure affect ED? High blood pressure often has no symptoms, but, over time, it can damage the lining of your blood vessels. It also causes arteries to harden and narrow, which limits blo…

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Major Expansion Coming To Cross County Center: New Retail Buildings, 4-Acre Park Planned Major Expansion Coming To Cross County Center: New Retail Buildings, 4-Acre Park Planned
Major Expansion Coming To Cross County Center: New Retail Buildings, 4-Acre Park Planned A major expansion is underway at Cross County Center in Westchester County, where developers have broken ground on what will be one of the largest additions to the shopping center in decades. The project, announced Friday, May 29, will add 58,000 square feet of new retail space to the center's north lot, including a 14,000-square-foot retail building and a two-story, 44,000-square-foot flagship retail building, according to owner Marx Realty. The expansion will also include underground parking and a new four-acre park designed to improve the visitor experience and create additional space fo…

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Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At High School In Westchester (UPDATE) Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At High School In Westchester (UPDATE)
Pilot Uninjured After Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing At High School In Westchester (Update) This story has been updated.  A pilot came out unscathed after being forced to make an emergency landing at a high school in Westchester County following a mechanical issue.  The landing happened Tuesday afternoon, May 26, at Rye Neck High School on Hornidge Road in Mamaroneck, when the aircraft landed on one of the school's athletic fields, according to Rye Neck Union Free School District Superintendent Michael Burke and City of Rye Police. Burke said the helicopter had a mechanical issue before the landing.  The pilot was the only one inside the aircraft and was not …

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Board Of Ed To Discuss Closing School In Westchester As Part Of Addressing $101M Budget Gap Board Of Ed To Discuss Closing School In Westchester As Part Of Addressing $101M Budget Gap
Board Of Ed To Discuss Closing School In Westchester As Part Of Addressing $101M Budget Gap A Westchester County school's future depends on decisions made in an upcoming Board of Education meeting, officials said.  The possible closure of School 21 in Yonkers will be discussed during a Board of Education meeting on Tuesday night, May 20, according to Yonkers Public Schools Superintendent Anibal Soler, Jr. Soler said the potential closure would be recommended in his proposed budget for the 2026-27 school year to address a $101 million structural budget gap.  The superintendent said the idea is part of an overall recommendation to address the district's financial situatio…

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Westchester Students Perform National Anthem At Yankee Stadium For Second Straight Year Westchester Students Perform National Anthem At Yankee Stadium For Second Straight Year
Westchester Students Perform National Anthem At Yankee Stadium For Second Straight Year Dozens of student musicians from a Westchester County school district recently took center stage at Yankee Stadium, performing the National Anthem before a Yankees home game against the Baltimore Orioles earlier this month. Mamaroneck Public Schools announced Monday, May 18, that 39 students from the district’s elementary schools, Hommocks Middle School, and Mamaroneck High School participated in the performance.  The students are members of the Larchmont Mamaroneck Youth Orchestra, which also includes young musicians from neighboring school districts. The group was founded by Chatswor…

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These Westchester Students Earned Prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships These Westchester Students Earned Prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships
These Westchester Students Earned Prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships More than two dozen students from Westchester County have been named winners of prestigious National Merit $2,500 Scholarships, awarded to some of the nation’s top graduating high school seniors.  The National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the winners this week, naming 2,500 students nationwide who were selected from more than 15,000 finalists in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.  According to NMSC, winners were chosen based on academic achievement, PSAT/NMSQT scores, leadership, extracurricular involvement, essays, and recommendations from school officials. …

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Taking Care of Your Oral Health Taking Care of Your Oral Health
Taking Care of Your Oral Health Oral hygiene is a vital part of overall health and wellbeing for people of all ages. Maintaining a healthy mouth allows you to enjoy your food, chew effectively, speak clearly, and feel confident with fresh breath! Good oral health also helps prevent pain, infection, and tooth loss – issues that can significantly affect your quality of life. The benefits of good oral hygiene can extend far beyond the mouth. Research continues to show strong links between oral health and overall physical, psychological, and social wellbeing. So, let’s talk about how to keep your mouth healthy! Brushing your …

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Student's Realistic BB Gun Triggers Lockdown At School In Westchester Student's Realistic BB Gun Triggers Lockdown At School In Westchester
Student's Realistic BB Gun Triggers Lockdown At School In Westchester A student's realistic-looking BB gun triggered a lockdown and police response at a Westchester County school, authorities said. The incident happened around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 11, while classes were in session at Irvington High School, according to the Irvington Police Department.  School administrators immediately activated lockdown procedures after receiving information that a student may have had a weapon. Officers were then provided with the student’s location and responded to the school immediately, police said.   During the investigation, officers found what the…

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Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration
Historic NY Estate Left Vacant For Decades Reopens As Inn After $73M Restoration A long-abandoned historic estate in Dutchess County has been transformed into a luxury destination that is now officially open.  The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Mirbeau Inn & Spa Beacon at 11 Mirbeau Ln. took place on Thursday, May 7, at the reimagined Tioronda Estate, marking the brand’s fifth property and a major redevelopment project for the region.  The property, once known as Craig House, had sat vacant and deteriorating for more than 25 years before undergoing a $73 million restoration, according to Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino.  The proje…

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Antisemitic Symbols Found In High School Classroom In Hudson Valley Antisemitic Symbols Found In High School Classroom In Hudson Valley
Antisemitic Symbols Found In High School Classroom In Hudson Valley An investigation is underway after antisemitic symbols were discovered inside a classroom at a Rockland County high school.  Nyack Public Schools Superintendent Lizzette Ruiz-Giovinazzi informed families in a letter sent Thursday, May 7, that the symbols were found at Nyack High School at the end of the school day.  She said the Clarkstown Police Department was immediately notified, and the district is now working with law enforcement on next steps.  District leaders condemned the incident and reaffirmed their stance against hate and bias. "We denounce all acts of antisemit…

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New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Westchester Firehouse New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Westchester Firehouse
New 'Law & Order' Episode Has Scenes Filmed In Westchester Firehouse Popular primetime crime drama "Law & Order" is bringing a piece of Westchester County to the national spotlight. Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano announced that the latest episode of NBC’s Law & Order airing on Thursday, May 7, features scenes filmed inside Yonkers Fire Department Station One, highlighting the city’s growing role as a filming destination.  The episode, titled “Once Burned,” airs Thursday night at 8 p.m. and centers on the investigation into the death of a fire chief, according to show descriptions from IMDb.  Spano celebrated the moment on social media, call…

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Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat
Zillow Gone Wild Features $1.27M ‘Meticulously Restored’ Hudson Valley Retreat A unique Dutchess County home blending historic charm with modern luxury is gaining national attention after being spotlighted by "Zillow Gone Wild."  The property, located at 101 Drake Rd. in Pleasant Valley, was featured as the first home in a recent Zillow Gone Wild newsletter, highlighting its transformation from two 19th-century barns into a high-end residence and pool house.  Described as “meticulously restored" in its listing by SERHANT, the property drew attention for its mix of rustic architecture and modern design elements, including vaulted ceilings, original hand-hewn …

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