Westmore News

12/18/2024

The Hispanic Advisory Board hosted a hosted a Bilingual Story Time event at the Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library on Saturday, Dec. 7, where residents were invited to bring their children to listen to holiday-themed tales.

Port Chester Hispanic Advisory Board hosts inaugural Bilingual Story Time at the library

12/17/2024

Congregation KTI Rabbi Ben Goldberg and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Pastor Jim O’Hanlon recap their takeaways from their multifaith visit to Israel.

Congregation KTI Rabbi Ben Goldberg and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Pastor Jim O’Hanlon treasure their working relationship.

12/17/2024

Crawford Park was glistening with holiday spirit during the Holiday Lights celebration on Saturday, Dec. 7. Check more photos of the fun below.

https://westmorenews.com/photos/galleries/2024/dec/11/crawford-park-shines-for-the-holiday-season/

12/16/2024

With the benefit of increased funding, the Port Chester School District has made an intentional investment in amplifying its security measures over the last two years. The Board of Education is now deliberating going the extra mile.

Board of Education begins contemplation, but not all trustees are on the same page

12/16/2024

A Community Baby Shower brought new and expecting parents to the Don Bosco Community Center at 22 Don Bosco Pl. on Saturday, Dec. 7, to receive care packages and information about local resources.

Beverly Sherrid has seen firsthand the struggles immigrants in the Village of Port Chester have. So, when Pastor Hilario Albert, who previously served at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, approached the group with the idea to host a community baby shower, they jumped at the chance.

12/15/2024

What does the ideal Blind Brook superintendent look like? To help find the answer to that question, the board has partnered with District Wise Search Consultants, a Long Island-based company, to assist with the administrative hiring process.

What does the ideal Blind Brook superintendent look like?

12/15/2024

Combating the effects of climate change enduringly must start with a plan. The Village of Rye Brook and Rye Town Park Commission are two of 15 municipalities and institutions joining a cohort eager to study those tenable solutions.

12/14/2024

Have you wondered where the Village of Port Chester got this year's Christmas Tree?

Christmas Tree Lighting brings festive colors to Liberty Square; spruce donors happy to see community enjoy their family legacy

12/14/2024

Santa Claus paid a visit to Pine Ridge Park for the Village of Rye Brook's Winterfest on Friday, Dec. 6. Check out photos of the fun below:
https://westmorenews.com/photos/galleries/2024/dec/11/rb-winterfest-kicks-holiday-cheer-into-gear/

12/13/2024

After running the paper founded by Bernard Abel for 40 years, Bernard’s son Richard Abel and wife Jananne will be retiring to take on new challenges and spend more time with their family members who live on the West Coast.

After 60 years in business, the Westmore News will cease publication with its Friday, Dec. 20 issue.

12/11/2024

With the cold winds of December setting in, the ins and outs of the wind chill factor have come into play as the Port Chester teams warm-up practices heat up on their way into the start of regular winter season play on Thursday, Dec. 4.

With the cold winds of December setting in, the ins and outs of the wind chill factor have come into play as the Port Chester teams warm-up practices heat up on their way into the start of regular winter season play Thursday (12/4).

12/10/2024

The Tamarack Tower Foundation Turkey Trot, held on Sunday, Nov. 24 on the streets around Port Chester High School, attracted about 200 runners and walkers including adults, high school students and children.

Although it couldn’t be held on Thanksgiving morning as it traditionally has been, the Tamarack Tower Foundation Turkey Trot, held on Sunday, Nov. 24 on the streets around Port Chester High School, attracted about 200 runners and walkers including adults, high school students and children.

12/10/2024

Rye Brook Pack 3 Cub Scouts got into the giving mood by hosting a Food Drive at the Rye Ridge Shopping Center and volunteering at the Carver Center. Check photos of their work below:

https://westmorenews.com/photos/galleries/2024/dec/05/cub-scouts-solicit-donations-stock-shelves-of-food-pantry/

12/09/2024

Meet the newest lawmen patrolling the streets of Port Chester: Kevin Iglesias and Luis Marino.

Luis Marino and Kevin Iglesias look to honor and support their families by serving the Village of Port Chester

12/09/2024

This year, 78 people from 31 municipalities were inducted into the Westchester Senior Hall of Fame. Among them are Dr. Harmon McAllister and Anne Galletta, both of Port Chester, and Rye Brook resident Dr. Cynthia MacKay.

Three residents to be honored for their work in the education, elderly and medical communities

12/09/2024

Tryout week for Blind Brook winter sports officially began on Monday, Nov. 18. The Blind Brook boys’ varsity basketball team, which occasionally held open practices throughout the fall season, is finally back for unfinished business dating back to last year.

12/08/2024

An early morning fire engulfing two vacant buildings on Broad Street saw a quick response from the Port Chester Fire Department on Tuesday, Dec. 3.

12/08/2024

According to a survey at the Blind Brook School district, DEI initiatives have bettered the sense of inclusivity in the buildings, but Superintendent Dr. Colin Byrne feels there's more work to be done.

Data collected from several DEI initiatives suggests school district is working to create comfortable environment, but more work must be done