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Fleetwood Citizens Society Mount Vernon Comptroller Debate

The Fleetwood Citizen Society (FCS), in collaboration with the Chester Hill Neighbors Association and the Fleetwood Neighborhood Association, held a candidate forum for the...

Fleetwood Citizen Society MV City Council Debate at the Portuguese American Club

The Fleetwood Citizen Society (FCS) in collaboration with the Chester Hill Neighbors Association and the Fleetwood Neighborhood Association, held a candidate forum for the...

What Is the Democratic Party Hiding? Kenny Plummer Case Ignored Despite Evidence and Legal Precedent

Mount Vernon, NY — Mount Vernon Democratic District Leader Kenny Plummer is facing mounting allegations of residency fraud, political manipulation, and ethical misconduct—but despite...

Kenny Plummer Faces Ethics, Fraud Allegations, Developer Money, False Address Spark Inquiry

https://youtu.be/3ySm2dJ0Gok Formal letters have been sent to the Westchester County Board of Elections, the Westchester District Attorney’s Office, and the Chair of the Mount Vernon...

2025 WESTCHESTER UNOFFICIAL PRIMARY CANDIDATE LIST

The 2025 Primary Election is Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Early voting for the Primary Election will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 – Sunday, June...

2025 EARLY VOTING SCHEDULES AND LOCATIONS

Early Voting in Westchester County will begin before the June 24th Federal/State/Local Primary Election. The early voting period will be from Saturday, June 14,...

Developer Dollars, Ugly Buildings, and a Bought Ballot Line — What Rise Up Mount Vernon Represents

https://youtu.be/ifKdJJ49XT8 The Rise Up Mount Vernon PAC is no longer just a political curiosity—it’s a case study in how outside money manipulates Black communities under...

Black Westchester’s Mt. Vernon City Court Judge Candidate Forum

Black Westchester presents People Before Politics Radio special Virtual Judicial Candidate Forum. Listen directly from the individuals seeking to serve on the bench in...

When Developers Fund Democracy: The Political Reach of Rella Fogliano’s Donations in Westchester County

This article is a follow-up to our investigation into the Rise Up Mount Vernon candidate line. This controversial and registered political operation has raised legal and...

Westchester County 2025 Annual Budget Vote & School Board Elections

By New York State law, school board and budget elections, in all districts except the Big 5 (Buffalo, New York City, Rochester, Syracuse, and...

Retired Police Lieutenant Nick Mastrogiorgio Launches Campaign for Mount Vernon City Council with Backing from National Black Law Enforcement Organization

Mount Vernon, NY — With a promise to restore transparency, accountability, and responsible leadership to Mount Vernon, retired Police Lieutenant and lifelong resident Nick Mastrogiorgio...

Mount Vernon Needs Strong, Fair, and Experienced Leadership in the Courts — Statement from Black Law Enforcement Support of Judge Peter Davis

As members of Blacks in Law Enforcement of America, a national organization of Black Law Enforcement Officers, we are committed to justice, fairness, and...

Judge Peter Davis Announces Candidacy for Mount Vernon City Court Judge

Mount Vernon, NY – Judge Peter Davis today announced his candidacy for Mount Vernon City Court Judge in the Ninth Judicial District, bringing more than...

County Legislator Tyrae Woodson-Samuels Fights Against Con Edison’s Proposed Rate Increases

Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins signed legislation that solidifies the County’s commitment to challenging Con Edison’s proposed utility rate increases. This action follows a unanimous, bipartisan...

Remembering Former US Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey

Former longtime New York Rep. Nita Lowey, who served in Congress for 32 years and became the first woman to chair the House Appropriations...

Celebrating The Life & Legacy Of Alice E. Roker

Alice Elizabeth Roker was a trailblazing figure and cherished member of the Yorktown Heights community. She passed away on February 10, 2025. Born on...

Aleida Castillo Announces Her Candidacy For Mount Vernon City Council

On Monday, March 3rd, Aleida Castillo officially announced her intent to run for Mount Vernon City Council in the Tuesday, June 24th Democratic Primary...

Race For Yonkers City Council President May Be The Most Crowded Race In The County

I have been reporting a lot about the crowded City Council Race for three seats in Mount Vernon, but the Yonkers City Council President...

“I Assume You’re a Citizen – Maybe You’re Not,” An Opinion Piece by Legislators Jewel Williams Johnson & Shanae Williams

As elected representatives of Westchester County, we are compelled to address the recent remarks made by Congressman Mike Lawler during a public meeting with...

Nicole Lucio Announces Candidacy for Mount Vernon City Council

Today, Nicole Lucio officially announced her intent to run for Mount Vernon City Council, pledging to focus on improving Mount Vernon by encouraging open...

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