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INSIDE THE CATCH!
BASEBALL AT MIDSEASON.
YANKEES STARTING PITCHING COLLAPSES. BULLPEN WORN OUT. IT’S DEJA VIEW ALL OVER AGAIN.
THE METS BATS GET THEM BACK IN THE HUNT.
A LIFE LONG GIANTS FAN REMEMBERS WILLIE AND WHAT MADE HIM THE BEST.
TWO FANS THE LEGENDARY BULL ALLEN AND THE DUTCHMAN ON THE NEW RULES EFFECTS ON
“THE GAME”
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CITY OF WHITE PLAINS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
FOOD, FUN & FIREWORKS – JULY 2 (NO RAIN DATE)
White Plains, NY – June 27, 2024. The City of White Plains will host its Annual Independence
Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 2 from 6:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. The free event will be held at
White Plains High School on North Street.
This year’s celebration will feature a wide variety of entertainment including a performance by
the Stolen Moments Entertainment on the main stage at 7:30 p.m. Children and their families
will also enjoy a visit from the Animal Embassy, the Miz Liz Variety Show and face painting. A
variety of food concessions will be available. The White Plains Independence Day Celebration
would not be complete without fireworks. The show presented by Special FX Wizard Inc. will
begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.
White Plains 2024 Independence Day Celebration is sponsored by New York – Presbyterian
Westchester Behavioral Health Center. Residents are encouraged to come early, bring blankets
and chairs and enjoy a fun-filled evening of music, entertainers, food and fireworks. There is no
rain date for this event. For additional information, please call 914.422.1336.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE- NEW THIS YEAR
Please note that due to construction at White Plains High School several seating and parking
areas that were previously used during the event will be off-limits this year. Additionally, Bryant
Avenue will be closed intermittently to vehicular traffic. It is recommended that visitors arrive
early and use the parking areas at the YWCA White Plains and Central Westchester at 515 North
Street and 707/709 Westchester Avenue.
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WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2024. News & Comment by Professor Stephen J. Rolandi. June 26, 2024:
“Donald Trump has no shortage of prospective VP running mates to choose from with the GOP Convention just weeks away. The former President’s process for selecting a nominee for the second highest office in the land resembles more of the casting calls from The Apprentice TV show than a more deliberate process.
Mr. Trump’s criteria are: someone who looks the part of a VP; can raise substantial amounts of money for his campaign;and is 100% loyal to the former President. A number of US Senators such as Marco Rubio and J. D. Vance are contenders, as well as North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum.
Rubio’s selection would pose residency problems and a conflict with the 12th Amendment (Florida electors cannot vote for two residents from the same state).
I do not see Trump selecting a sitting Senator, as I believe a sitting senator who is the VP nominee may not be able to vote for himself/herself in a contingent election in January 2025 if no wins a majority in the Electoral College.
Bottom line:
Donald Trump selects Governor Burgum as his VP choice, as he checks just all the boxes.
There could be a surprise choice such as former Speaker Kevin McCarthy or former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, but my money is on Burgum, who is also well-regarded in the battleground Mid-West.”
(Stephen Rolandi is an adjunct professor of public administration at Pace University and John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY and a former Deputy Commissioner in the administrations of NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg and NYS Governors David Paterson and Andrew M. Cuomo).
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55% to 45% MARGIN OF VICTORY DEFEATS INCUMBENT CONGRESSMAN JAMAAL BOWMAN IN DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY
COUNTY EXECUTIVE LATIMER TO RUN FOR CONGRESS IN WESTCHESTER 16TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT.
SAYS DEPUTY COUNTY EXECUTIVE KEN JENKINS IS “READY TO LEAD” THE COUNTY.
GEORGE LATIMER (CENTER) SURROUNDED BY COUNTY LEGISLATORS FANS, AND STATE SENATOR SHELLEY MEYER, SECOND FROM LEFT AS THE ” HARRAHS” CASCADED.
WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2024. By John F.Bailey. June 26, 2024:
The music playing at the close of last night’s Victory Party at 1133 Westchester Avenue was playing Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow by Fleetwood Mac, with hundreds of supporters singing along, County Executive George Latimer was thinking ahead to November when he will run for the U.S. Congress. Looking at once ecstatic, grateful and humble all it once the roars of congratulations rolled and reverberated across the vast hall.
It was a great day in his life.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer by 9:15 Tuesday evening knew he had won the Democratic Primary with a rolling and growing 55% of the the vote and would run for the 16th Congressional District seat in congress in November. Mr. Latimer has never lost an election from City Councilman in Rye, County Legislator, to State Assemblyman to State Senator to County Executive of the country’s wealthiest county, yet most diverse, the last six years, George Latimer to yesterday primary, Mr. Latimer was won them all.
In his “Thank you address” to a throng I estimate to over 500 persons, Westchester Democratic Party members, union members, business personalities, 20 media outlets, well-wishers and just plain folks who have loved George Latimer for his four decades of public service to the County from Rye to Peekskill, Peekskill to Yonkers and Yonkers to Bedford, new Rochelle, Mount Vernon showed to cheer and appreciate his victory and for, I believe the way he has demonstrated how he cares about them from Senior Socials to Memorial Services he is visible every day 7 days on the job to his weekly briefings. He is everywhere in Westchester, it seems all at once.
In a wall to wall-packed hall jammed close to the stage as they could getrat 1133 Westchester Avenue, Deputy County Executive Ken Jenkins introduced “The People’s Choice” as having won because everyone in the county knows what kind of person he is
The crowd surged loud deafening cheers filled the vaulted space. The astmosphere electric and then The County Executive spoke, beginning with the word “Friends” –an appropriate greeting, for Mr. Latimer treats everyone he meets as a friend. Click arrow below to hear his remarks:
IN HIS OPENING REMARKS TO THE CLAMORING CROWD, MR. LATIMER THANKED THEM AND SPOKE OF THE FUTURE SAYING DEPUTY EXECUTIVE KEN JENKINS IS “READY TO LEAD.”
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May Median Single-Family Home Sales Prices Rose by Double Digits in Almost All Regions;
Closed Sales Declined in Every Area Except Westchester
New Listings Grew in Rockland, Orange, and Sullivan Counties
WPCNR REALTY REALITY. From the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors. June 25, 2024:
Median sales prices for single-family homes saw double-digit increases in every county, with the exception of the Bronx, which experienced a slight drop of just 1.6%.
Westchester County reached a new high, with a median of $980,000 – a 16.3% increase over last year’s median home prices.
inside Westchester County
For the first time in months, sales of single-family homes increased slightly by 4.6%, and the median sales price advanced by 16.3% to a new high of $980,000. Last year at this time, the median price held at $842,500 and just last month it stood at $870,107.
The County’s condo market also experienced a boost of in sales at 16.5% and a 9.8% hike in the median sales price to $499,500.
Closed sales declined by 4.8% in the co-op market, however the median sales price grew by 10.1% to $205,000.
Drooping inventory: New listings for condos rose by 26.3% but declined by 15.8% for co-ops and 10% for single-family homes. Overall inventory for all property types declined, with co-ops seeing the largest decrease at 33.3%, followed by single-family homes at 21.3%. Months of supply was down 10.7% to just 2.5 months, and pending sales fell by 11.1%.
Closed sales in the condo markets for both the Bronx and Westchester rose by 18.8% and 16.5%, respectively.
Westchester’s condo and co-op median prices also increased by about 10%.
In Rockland County, the median condo price jumped 49.2% to $472,000, the Bronx median condo price grew 42% to $350,000.
Inventory plummeted in all areas except Sullivan County, which experienced a 5.8% increase. The Bronx scored the highest for overall pending sales for all property types with an 18.4% hike. Most of the other areas reported a decline in pending sales.
Today’s report by the Hudson Gateway Association of Realtors (HGAR), based on data supplied by OneKey® MLS, reflects varying performance for inventory, with Westchester, Putnam and the Bronx declining, while Rockland, Orange and Sullivan new listings were on the rise.
“Due to strong demand and limited supply, home prices are continuing to rise in our area, ensuring the value of owning property and wealth creation for homeowners in the lower Hudson Valley,” said Lynda Fernandez, HGAR CEO. “New listings are increasing in half of our region, pointing to more homes coming onto the market, while rising pending sales signal an increase in future closed sales.”
Bronx County
Single-family home sales decreased slightly by 4.3% and the median sales price also dipped slightly by 1.6% to $610,000. Last month, the median was $617,500, and last year at this time, it was $620,000. Condo sales, however, rose by 18.8%, and prices by 42% with a new median of $350,000. This tops last month’s median of $285,000 and last year’s median of $246,500. However, sales in the co-op market saw a 6.8% decline and a 4.9% decrease in median sales price to $215,000. Last May’s median co-op sales price held steady at $226,000.
New Bronx listings for both condos and co-ops climbed by 26.7% and 15.7% respectively, while listings for single-family homes dropped by 15%. Overall inventory for all three housing types was down significantly, with condos seeing the largest decline at 36.8%. There were 34% fewer single-family homes on the market, and 15.9% fewer co-ops. As of May there were six months of supply, down by 21.1% from last month. Overall pending sales for all property types were down by 12.8%.
Single-family home sales in Putnam County saw a decrease of 29.2% in May but condo sales rose by 62.5%. The median sales prices for single-family homes increased 13.5% to $565,000 – up from $498,000 in May of 2023. Condos also saw a hike in the median sales price by 6.9% to $369,000. No co-op sales were reported in May.
While Putnam typically has a very limited supply of condos, new listings for condos saw a 650% increase, to 15 condos, up from just two last May. Single-family home listings declined by 14%. Inventory for condos also rose significantly by 150% from six to 15. Months of supply for both property types was up by 3.7%, leaving just 2.8 months. Pending sales declined by 6.3%.
Rockland County
Rockland’s co-op market, while small, saw the largest drop in closed sales from last year, by 81.8%. This time last May there were 11 closed co-op sales, as opposed to just two this year. Closed sales for condos also declined by 28.9%, and 10.4% for single-family homes. Again, co-ops were the big winners when it came to price increases – the market realized a 158.4% gain on median sales prices to $307,500, up from just $119,000 in May of 2023 and $140,000 from last month. Condos saw a 49.2% increase in median sales prices to $472,500, as compared to $316,750 last year. Single-family homes experienced a 19.5% growth in median sales prices to $776,000.
New listings for condos grew by 24.5%, and 4.9% for single-family homes. Co-op listings, however, dropped by 18.2%. Inventory for all three property types declined , with co-ops seeing the largest drop at 50%. Months of supply for all property types was down 10.3% to 2.6 months, while pending sales were up by 13%.
Orange County
In Orange County, sales of single-family homes declined by 13.2% and condos by 20%. However, condos saw a 21.4% increase in the median sales price to $312,50 – up from $257,500 last year. Single-family homes also got a boost in the median sales price to $442,500, which is 2.9% higher than last year. There was just one co-op sale in May at $140,000, as co-ops properties are limited in Orange County.
New listings for condos rose by 13% and 6% for single-family homes. Inventory dropped by 30.2% for condos and 15.2% for single-family residences. Months of supply increased 3% in May to 3.4 months, but pending sales declined by 7.4%.
Sullivan County
While Sullivan County’s single-family home sales declined 12.9% in May, the median sales price grew 27.5% to $347,500, over last year’s median of $272,500. There was just one condo sale at $230,000 and no co-op sales during the month.
New listings for single-family homes advanced by 16.7% and inventory increased by 5.8%. As of May, Sullivan had the largest months of supply at 6.4 months, an increase of 20.8% over last month., Pending sales of single-family homes also increased at a rate of 8.8%.
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ENTRANCE
THE FABULOUS REMODELED BATHHOUSE AND POOL…STEP BACK INTO 1929
THE DRAGON (COASTER) AWAITS THRILLS SCREAMS AND TO THE RIGHT THE LOG PLUME
THE SWEEP OF RYE BEACH PLAYLAND 2024 RYE NEW YORK USA
THE INLAND SEA: LONG ISLAND SOUND GLEAMING IN THIS MORNING’S SUN
THE FABULOUS FISHING PIER AND TIE UP BASIN AT LOW TIDE THIS MORNING.
MY FAVORITE RIDE SINCE I WAS 4 THE PLAYLAND EXPRESS
PEDAL SWANS AND DRAGONS NEW THIS YEAR ON THE PLAYLAND LAGOON
THE SUMMER HEAT ATTRACTED HUGH CROWDS THIS WEEKEND AND PLAYLAND IS NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK AND SHOULD WITH NEW RESTAURANTS AND ATTRACTIONS SHOULD BRING BACK AROUND 600,000 IN ATTENDANCE THIS YEAR IF THE WEATHER HOLDS.
STANDARD AMUSEMENTS HAS THE NEARLY 100 YEAR OLD PARK LOOKING BRAND NEW AND CLEAN WITH EXTENSIVE FRIENDLY STAFF.
COME ON DOWN! OR COME ON UP!
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WPCNR CAMPAIGN 2024. From the Levitt Flisser Campaign. June 24, 2024:
The campaign of Dr. Miriam Levitt Flisser announced today that the New York State Board of
Elections has certified her as the Republican candidate for New York’s 16th Congressional
District, which encompasses portions of Westchester County and the Bronx.
Dr. Flisser has deep roots in Westchester and the Bronx, and an inspiring biography. She came
to the United States as a child refugee from Eastern Europe and was raised in the Bronx before
moving to Westchester. She served as the Mayor of Scarsdale following two terms as a Village
Trustee, including service as Village Police Commissioner and Village Fire Commissioner.
Currently, she runs her own pediatric practice in Bronxville, and serves as Medical Director for
schools in both Westchester and the Bronx. She graduated from The Bronx High School of
Science, followed by New York University’s Bronx campus; and The Albert Einstein College of
Medicine.
After moving to Westchester, Dr. Flisser has continued to serve the Bronx and
Westchester communities for decades as a voluntary physician in numerous capacities.
A registered independent, Flisser won her three elections in Scarsdale on an independent “Non-
Partisan” ballot line.
In 2022, she ran a spirited challenge against the current incumbent
Congressman, Jamaal Bowman, and looks forward to building on that base this year. A
dedicated public servant and trusted pediatrician with crossover appeal, Dr. Flisser’s message
resonates with voters of all walks of life who embrace common sense solutions to rein in an out-of-
control federal government.
Said Flisser,
“From inflation to border security, to crime, to parental rights, our federal
government has failed the American people. We need a new voice in Washington who will
stand up for our values. The Democrats have offered the voters of the 16th Congressional
District a choice between a Defund the Police, anti-Israel radical who gives aid and comfort to
terrorists, and a career politician.
Both would continue the failed policies currently on display
in our nation’s capital.
I’m a pediatrician – not a politician – and my campaign will offer the
voters an obvious choice that embraces common sense to build consensus, and rejects the
current dysfunction and incompetence of our federal government and its representatives.”
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White Plains Public Library is the cool place to be this afternoon to come and meet Maria Tavares and see her her big, glorious colorful paintings bigger than life that grab you with intense bold colors and make their subjects just leap out into your soul. The prolific Ms. Tavares is bold, emotional, her paintings of people make them personalities you want to meet, her paintings of objects you know extend them out of their landscape and captures the spirit anew. See these catch-the-eye paintings that you’ll want to linger with awile.
Why do I write this? When I left the White Plains TV Studios Friday the exhibition was just being prepared and the out front and look at me charisma STOPPED ME. I had to look. On this sweltering afternoon coming up the exhibition is the coolest place you can feel cool and see cool too. These are portraits that show how the artist felt about her subjects as she painted them which gives her brush the spirit of the living.
Wow. You have to see them, folks, and with a cool refreshment in your hand, what better thing to do on a hot summer’s day. You do not even have to use sun blocker…but the art will uplift your souls.
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COUNTY EXECUTIVE GEORGE LATIMER AUTHORIZES CAMERA-LOCKS FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC ABUSE DETAILS TO COME
DOWN TO 2 — IT IS WAGSTAFF OR CACACE FOR D.A. AS MIRZE WITHDRAWS FROM TUES PRIMARY.
JOHN BAILEY SUGGESTS A FEW THINGS THE NEW D.A. MIGHT NEED PROSECUTING
COUNTY LEGISLATORS APPROVE EXTENDING LEGISLATOR TERMS TO 4 YEARS ON NOVEMBER BALLOT AS A REFERENDUM
BEATEN DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WORKER MARIA COTO DIES FROM INJURIES AFTER BEING ATTACK. THIS RAISES SERIOUS QUESTIONS. (NOTE PICTURE IS NOT OF THE VICTIM)
PROFESSOR STEVEN ROLANDI ANALYZES THE LATIMER BOWMAN TUESDAY PRIMARY AND PREDICTS THE WINNER
COVID 500 CASES A WEEK AND RISIN’. SPRING BOOSTER SHOT AVAILABLE NOW.
JOHN BAILEY ANALYZES THE ERA REFERENDUM ON THE BALLOT JUST APPROVED BY THE APPELLATE COURT
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