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The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about Historically Black Colleges and Universities because I knew firsthand what an HBCU could do for a young Black student. I was 19 years old and attending Claflin University when I began...

What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with Nassau County Executive and Republican candidate for New York Governor Bruce Blakeman. Publisher Damon K. Jones goes beyond the usual political talking points to ask Blakeman direct questions about the issues affecting...
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Betrayal from Within: Are Mount Vernon’s Democratic Candidates Undermining the Party?

When you think nothing can add more confusion and dysfunction, Mount Vernon leadership never...

Young Voices, Powerful Beats: Mount Vernon’s Youth Shine

Photo above by Dennis Richmond, Jr., the Parking Lot of Foodtown of Mount Vernon...

Mount Vernon School & Library Board Election Results

School district elections took place on Tuesday, May 20th. In the city of Mount...

Three Shootings & A Stabbing In Three Days In The Streets Of Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon, NY — The phrase "as the mercury rises, the violence rises" is...

Westchester DA Announce Arrest Of Mount Vernon Coach Dwayne Murray

Westchester County District Attorney Susan Cacace will hold a press conference on Thursday announcing the...

Mount Vernon City School District appoints Dr. Demario A. Strickland as Superintendent of Schools

The Mount Vernon Board of Education unanimously selected Dr. Demario A. Strickland as Mount...

Amani Charter School Wins K-4 Expansion, Set to Double Size in 2025

With Approval from the New York State Department of Education, Amani Public Charter Will...

MV NAACP & Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church Host School Board Candidate Forum

Dozens of residents gathered at Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church, located at 312 S...

Mount Vernon Resident Sues to Halt Library Bond Over Alleged Illegal Vote

Mount Vernon Resident Challenges Legality of Library Bond Resolution in Court Mount Vernon, NY –...

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...

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...

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The Drum Beats Again for Our Black Colleges By Dennis Richmond, Jr.

More than a decade ago, I started talking to young people, mostly teenagers, about...

What can Black New Yorkers expect from a Bruce Blakeman administration?

https://youtu.be/IkYkdx2x11w With Election Day approaching, Black Westchester Magazine sits down for an exclusive interview with...

If You Felt It, You’re Not Wrong: Puerto Rico Is In Our Blood, Water Should Be In Its Faucets By Larnez Kinsey

More than 180,000 households in Puerto Rico were subject to announced water rationing measures...

“Why Was She The Only One Detained?” — Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers In Skipper Case

Tanika Inlaw, Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers After Black Female Candidate Detained in...

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“Why Was She The Only One Detained?” — Former Yonkers NAACP President Demands Answers In Skipper Case

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Early Voting Starts Tomorrow: Every Westchester Location, Hour & Deadline You Need for the Nov 3 Election

Early voting for the November 3 General Election starts tomorrow — Saturday, October 24 — and runs for nine days through Sunday, November 1....

THE WARNING BLACK AMERICA IGNORED: HOW THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY AND INTEGRATION FAILED TO DELIVER ECONOMIC FREEDOM

https://youtu.be/sZ9FlpRlC8M In 2005, legendary entertainer and civil rights activist Harry Belafonte delivered a warning that Black America should have taken seriously. Speaking before the Congressional...

Skipper Detained After Altercation With Opponent’s Mother at Yonkers Candidates Night

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KEEP MY NAME OUT OF YOUR NARRATIVE By Larnez Kinsey

I volunteered my time. I walked away. Six months later, why am I still being pulled into a campaign I left behind? Imagine getting up...