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Political Cowardice Continues to Fuel Unrelenting Racist Gun Violence
“I’ve heard some people say that some of the rhetoric that we hear doesn’t really represent what’s in people’s hearts, it’s just the...
Sep 11, 20233 min read


Vivek Ramaswamy’s Controversial Remarks Draw Condemnation from Congressional Black Congress
The Congressional Black Caucus has denounced Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for his repeated racist remarks that have...
Sep 11, 20234 min read


Westchester County Gears Up for 9/11: Serve + Remember Day of Service
(White Plains, NY) – In tribute to those whose lives were irrevocably changed by the events of September 11, 2001, Volunteer New York!...
Sep 11, 20234 min read


Westchester Children’s Association Receives $100,000 Grant from Robin Hood Foundation
(WESTCHESTER – August 28, 2023)— The Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a generous...
Sep 4, 20232 min read


Women’s Equality Day: A Celebration of Women’s Struggle for Voting Rights and Beyond
Every year on August 26, the United States celebrates Women’s Equality Day, a national holiday that commemorates the adoption of the 19th...
Sep 4, 20233 min read


60th Anniversary of the March on Washington Celebrates Racial Unity & Collective Resistance
“It is not merely sympathy and compassion for the Black people of America that motivates us. It is above all and beyond all such...
Sep 4, 20232 min read


The Unquenchable MAGA Thirst
Many may have thought Governor Ron DeSantis’ “Let me out do Trump” strategy was just an easy way to get votes. They may have been...
Sep 4, 20231 min read


Thousands Gather for 60th Anniversary of Historic March on Washington
While it is important to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington on August 26, 2023, we must also evaluate our...
Sep 4, 20233 min read


Enhancing Efforts to Drive Greater DEI Impact
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential values and practices that can foster a more productive, innovative, and satisfying...
Aug 28, 20233 min read


$2.3 Trillion for Afghanistan and $0 for Blacks
While listening to National Public Radio the other day, I was stunned to hear a former State Department official say that the United...
Aug 28, 20234 min read


New Rochelle Branch of NAACP Celebrates 100th Anniversary
NEW ROCHELLE, NY -- August 19, 2023 -- Members of the New Rochelle community and guests gathered at Five Islands Park in New Rochelle to...
Aug 28, 20232 min read


A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service to be held for Harry O. Bright, Jr. on Thursday, August
A public Celebration of his Life & Memorial Service is being planned for 10:00AM on Thurs. August 24th, 2023 at The Woman’s Club [CV Rich...
Aug 20, 20234 min read


Dr. Belinda S. Miles, Golf4TheV Honoree
Join the V Foundation for a spectacular day of golf, fun, food, and mission-focused fundraising on Monday August 28, 2023, at Anglebrook...
Aug 20, 20231 min read


ELOC Showcases Students in Energy & Environmental Program
YONKERS, NY -- More than 160 students enrolled in the Summer Energy and Environmental Program were showcased with their projects on...
Aug 20, 20233 min read


A Celebration of the Life of The Honorable Nancy Harvey Fitch
First African American and Female Clerk of the City of Mount Vernon Nancy Elizabeth Mariah Harvey Fitch was born in Spartanburg, South...
Jul 24, 20233 min read


NNPA Wraps Convention in Nashville with Powerful Messages
President Joe Biden’s remarks in saluting the Black Press of America during the NNPA’s annual convention in Nashville, made it clear how...
Jul 24, 20234 min read


$31.5 Million Awarded for NYS P-TECH
Governor Kathy Hochul recently announced $31.5 million in funding for the New York State Pathways in Technology Early College High School...
Jul 24, 20233 min read


Safeguarding Charitable Medicines Programs in America
All Americans should have equal access to high quality healthcare. As our nation steadily emerges out of the awful debilitating aftermath...
Jul 24, 20234 min read


Westchester County Youth Bureau Hosts Invest Fest 2023
WHITE PLAINS, NY – The Westchester County Youth Bureau hosted its third “Invest Fest” on July 11 at the County’s Ridge Road Park in...
Jul 24, 20232 min read


Bidenomics Builds on Efforts to Invest in Struggling Communities
There is an increased focus on “Bidenomics” as President Joe Biden and his administration implement and communicate his economic policy...
Jul 24, 20234 min read
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