(L-R): Debra Bradley Ruder (grand-daughter) – actor – Ellen W, Kaplan (playwright) – actor SCARSDALE, NY — March 12, 2014 – On Sunday afternoon, March 9th the Westchester Region of Hadassah joined the Scarsdale Library to present The Grain of the Wood, a play about the life of Justine Wise Polier. This inspiring story is about the life of Justine Wise …
Pre-trial Hearing Sets the Tone in Government’s Case Against Annabi and Jereis By HEZI ARIS
Image via Wikipedia NEW YORK, NY — Februry 14, 2012 — The Honorable Colleen McMahon, District judge, presided over the pre-trial proceedings that began its deliberation between William Aronwald, counsel to former Yonkers City Council Majority Leader Sandy Annabi, and Anthony Siano, counsel to former Yonkers City Republican Committee Chairman Zehy Jereis, on one hand, and legal counsel representing United States Attorney …
Father and Son Melio Plead Guilty to Tax Evasion Charges By HEZI ARIS
YONKERS, NY — Antonio (father) and Franco (son) Milio, of Milio Management, have admitted to tax evasion charges to a sum alleged to exceed $2 million. Cable News 12 Westchester was first to divulge this turn of events. The Milio brothers have claimed to have “bribed” former Yonkers City Council Majority Leader Sandy Annabi to earn her support for a …
New York Civic – Longevity: Blessing or Curse? By HENRY J. STERN
How Does Government Pay for Services People Want? One recurring problem in government is the shortage of funds needed to meet reasonable demands for services by the public. This situation occurs for a number of reasons. One, when payment is made by a third party demand for services increases substantially; the more that is provided, the greater the level of …
Klein Legislation to Protect Domestic Violence Victims Passes Senate
ALBANY, NY — February 7, 2012 — Important legislation by Senator Jeffrey D. Klein, (D-Bronx/ Westchester), that would protect victims of domestic violence from their abusers passed unanimously today in the State Senate. The measure, (S.1031B), requires insurance companies to give domestic violence victims the option of registering an alternative address, phone number, or any other contact information needed to receive bills and claims. In many cases, when a …
Judy Woodruff Interviews Boehner on PBS NEWSHOUR Tonight
NEW YORK, NY — February 6, 2012 — NEWSHOUR Senior Correspondent Judy Woodruff will sit down Monday, February 6th, with House Speaker John Boehner to discuss the Republican legislative agenda. Woodruff will also ask Boehner about upcoming battles between Republicans and Democrats on the House floor, and about congressional plans and expectations for the U.S. economy over the next year. …
Mark Brooks on Westchester on the Level with Narog and Aris
Mark Brooks, spokesperson for the men and women of the Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA), which includes United Water employees in Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania is Westchester On the Level co-hosts Richard Narog’s and Hezi Aris’ guest this Thursday, February 2, from 10 – 10:30 a.m. The show is heard live, Mondays to Fridays, …
Mayor Marvin’s Column: The Village’s Response to Library Director Eckley’s Lawsuit Against the Bronxville Mayor, Village, and Library By MARY C. MARVIN
The Village’s response to Library Director Laura Eckley’s lawsuit against me, as Mayor, the Village of Bronxville and the Bronxville Public Library was to be filed last Friday. Ms. Eckley withdrew her suit the day prior to our filing deadline Since we will now not be able to have “our day in court” where I am confident we …
Siding With A.G. Schneiderman, Feds Deny Indian Point’s Requests For Over 100 Fire Safety Exemptions
Schneiderman: The Safety and Security of 17 Million People Living and Working Near Indian Point Must Be Assured Decision Follows Release of New Federal Study Revealing Significantly Higher Risks of "Earthquake-Caused Ground Motions" in The Central and Eastern U.S. NEW YORK, NY — The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) sided with Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today by rejecting Indian …
Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins: Senate Approves Shared Services Legislation
Measure Will Assist Municipalities with Lowering Costs to Taxpayers ALBANY, NY – JANUARY 31, 2012 — State Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins (D/I/WF – 35th District) announced that the Senate unanimously approved Senate bill 5525-B, which will allow localities to contract for goods and services with the State, federal government, and other municipalities. The bill is designed to lower costs and in …