Ben Jealous

Our American Democracy is at a Pivotal Moment

Three organizations- Leadership Orange, SUNY Orange, and RECAP- and one individual- Susan Miller- were honored at Thursday’s 27th Annual Orange County Human Rights Awards Ceremony. Pictured are representatives from the three organizations.

27th Annual Human Rights Awards

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins, at podium, and U.S. Congressman George Latimer publicly denounced proposed cuts to Amtrak.

Opposing Proposed Cuts to Amtrak Corridor Funding

Sly Stone, Keystone Berkeley, CA, April 16, 1982. Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Legendary Funk Pioneer Sly Stone Has Died at 82

The Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated LGBTQ+ Pride Month with a ceremony honoring two remarkable individuals: Judy Troilo, LGBTQ+ community leader, housing pioneer and former Executive Director of The LOFT, (left photo) and Justin Wingenroth, Founder of the Dance Conservatory, and champion of inclusive arts education (right photo).

Westchester Board Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Wizkid stars in the documentary Wizkid: Long Live Lagos. Photo: HBO

Tribeca Film Festival Premieres Wizkid: Long Live Lagos

Nationwide No Kings Protests push back on Trumps Parade policies and power. Photo: Mark Mahoney

No Kings Protests Push Back Against Trump Policies

During the ceremony, County Executive Serino and Director Roche and members of the Dutchess County Honor-A-Veteran Committee presented Airman Turner’s family with several honors.

County Recognizes Town of Poughkeepsie Hero

Mayor Mike Spano recently swore in former Yonkers City Councilmember and community leader Lorraine Lopez to the Yonkers Board of Education.

Lopez Appointed to Yonkers Board of Education

EMS/EMT Graduation: Town of Newburgh EMS, Agency of the Year.

Around the County This Week With Steve Neuhaus

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