All Yonkersites are invited to support the 53 workers who are being removed from the protection of the CSEA Unit 9169’s union protection and loss of their accrued benefits, seniority, and status. Seven have chosen to retire earlier than they anticipated while the 53 who would continue are being placed on a 90 day probation period during which they may …
The Westchester Guardian – July 3, 2014 Edition
The Westchester Guardian – July 3, 2014 edition
THE HEZITORIAL ANALYSIS: Skelos Lashes Out at New York State Democrats By HEZI ARIS
Kills Fellow Republican Former Yonkers Mayor John Spencer’s Prospects in the Process WCNY’s Capitol Pressroom’s guest Friday, June 27, 2014, was NYS Senate Republican Co-majority Leader Dean Skelos. At issue is how the Republican Conference Leader intends to move forward without the support of the five members of the Independent Democratic Conference who earlier this week asserted their intention to …
NEW YORK STATE WRESTLING: Guevara, Ferro Make the Podium at the ASICS Kids Nationals
Fredy Guevara of Yonkers went unbeaten at the Schoolboy National Duals in Freestyle a few weeks ago. He kept his strong offseason going over the past few days, taking fourth in that style at the ASICS Kids Nationals in Utah at 136 pounds. Guevara dominated early, pinning Tommy Neal of Wyoming in 2:39 in his opening bout before blanking …
Westchester County Showcases Growing Film and Television Industry
“The Leftovers” is Latest Production in Westchester County; and Fictional Town of “Mapleton” Celebrated on June 29, 2014. WHITE PLAINS, NY — County Executive Robert P. Astorino proclaimed June 29, 2014, “Mapleton, New York Day in Westchester County.” If you are wondering what Mapleton has to do with Westchester, the answer is film and television production. Mapleton is the fictional town …
Assemblymember Mayer and Senator Kennedy Team Up to Help NY Families Find the Right Afterschool and Summer Programs for their Children
Senate and Assembly Approved a Bill that Establishes a New Online Tool to Help Parents across New York State Track Down the Best Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs in their Neighborhoods. YONKERS, NY and BUFFALO, NY – Assemblymember Shelley Mayer, D-Yonkers and Senator Tim Kennedy, D-Buffalo have secured Assembly and Senate approval of their legislation to establish a new online …
The Summer of Downtown Yonkers By DANIEL LIPKA
YONKERS, NY – June 27, 2014 — This summer Downtown Yonkers is the place to be. Starting July 1st, there is a special, free, family event every single day. The Yonkers Downtown BID has worked with over a dozen partners to develop a summer calendar that highlights all of the activities for you and your family to enjoy. There is …
MGM Resorts International’s M life Brings Member Rewards to Empire City Casino
LAS VEGAS, NV and YONKERS, NY – June 26, 2014 – MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) has announced a strategic relationship with Empire City Casino in New York, joining a network of M life partners including Southwest Airlines, Royal Caribbean International, Hyatt and Avis Budget Group. The new relationship provides increased value for members of MGM Resorts’ premier loyalty rewards program, …
Yonkers Management Information System Employee Joe Alba Loses Employment By HEZI ARIS
YONKERS, NY — June 26, 2014 — Sources who choose to remain anonymous have been proven correct. Thank you! Yonkers Management Information System (MIS) employee Joe Alba, returning from vacation to the MIS salt mine, aware his task of managing outdated computer hardware have been eclipsed by newer technology, became redundant by evolving technology. His job no longer exists. He …
International Film Critic Sherif Awad and CSEA President Lionel Turner on Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris – Friday, June 26, 2014 @ 10 a.m.
YONKERS, NY — June 26, 2014 – The “featured” BlogTalkRadio program “Westchester On the Level with Narog and Aris” opens the Friday, June 27, 2014th broadcast day at 10:00 a.m. EDT with a discussion of film with International Film Critic and respected Jurist Sherif Awad. At 11:00 a.m. we welcome our guest, CSEA President Lionel Turner, to discuss some of …