THE WORLD READS WHITE PLAINS CITIZENETREPORTER — 8,324,077 VISITS IN ONE YEAR | 2,905,611 VISITORS VISIT 8,324,077 TIMES 3 TIMES EVERY DAY IN ONE YEAR. HIGHEST ACTIVITY IN WPCNR HISTORY.White PlainsCitizeNetReporter lifted its worldwide visits from unique visitors to wpcnr.com to 8,324,077,a 1,306,419 increase in visits in one year from 7,017,658 visits to the site last year which covers White Plains and Westchester County. The 8,324,077 visits were made by 2,005,611 unique visitors who visited wpcnr an average of 3 visits a day. ON JULY 20- -2026 visitors have accessed wpcnr and made 3,072 visits an average of 1.6 visits. In the last week 33,495 individual vistors made 54,458 visits, averaging 1.6 visits. In the last month, 152,940 visitors recorded 229,338 visits (1.5 visits)

WOMAN’S CLUB OF WHITE PLAINS FUNDRAISER FOR ABBOTT HOUSE SEPTEMBER 28

Posted on August 16, 2018 by John Bailey

WPCNR SOUTHEND TIMES. From the Woman’s Club of White Plains. August 16, 2018:

The Woman’s Club of White Plains Foundation is partnering with Westchester restaurants, beverage providers and sponsors to assist Abbott House make the world a better place for children, families and adults. The annual Corks & Forks fundraiser event will take place on Friday September 28^th at the CV Rich Mansion in White Plains.

Abbott House is a special place that welcomes and builds lasting foundations of support for children, families and adults with complex needs. The heart of their work is helping human beings recover from deep trauma or intervening to prevent and minimize trauma in the first place. Family comes first at Abbott House. They work hard to reunite families, create new ones and make promising futures a reality so those entrusted to their care feel a sense of belonging rooted in hope and community.

“Along with our restaurants, beverage partners and sponsors, the Woman’s Club is supporting Abbott House to help children in foster care and displaced, struggling families, as well as children and adults with developmental disabilities. Working together we can make a difference in strengthening our community for everyone,” remarked Maryann Martin, President of the Woman’s Club Foundation.

The mission of The Woman’s Club of White Plains is to help the community thrive. Through a variety of activities, The Woman’s Club promotes civic and philanthropic engagement and taps into the passions and experiences of members and the community. We welcome all women who share in our mission of giving back.

During this evening of fun and social impact, restaurant and beverages partners will feature signature dishes and beverages allowing guests to enjoy tastes from: Ambadi * Angelina’s Ristorante * BLT Steak * BonJo Coffee * The Briarcliff Manor * Captain Lawrence Brewing Company * Cathy’s Biscotti * Caperberry Events * Corx Wine & Liquors * Don Coqui * Great American BBQ Company * Haiku Asian Bistro * Lola’s Mexican Kitchen * The Melting Pot * Mulino’s of Westchester * The Olde Stone Mill * RaaSa * Sam’s of Gedney Way * Scarsdale Pastry Center * T & J Restaurant & Pizzeria * The 808 Bistro * Toma Artisanal Bloody Mary Mix * Via Garibaldi * Vino 100 *

Sponsors include Alloy Printing and Marketing Services and studiokat, Kat Nemec graphic design services.

Additional partners and sponsors are welcome. The event is open to all: Tickets are available online at www.womansclubofwhiteplains.org

SATURDAY NIGHT ON PEOPLE TO BE HEARD 7 PM: BURKE’S DR. BARRY JORDAN ON CONCUSSIONS. FIOS CH. 45. ALTICE CH. 76

Posted on August 16, 2018 by John Bailey

HIGH SCHOOL TEAMS ARE PREPARING FOR THEIR FALL SEASONS.

LEARN ABOUT CONCUSSIONS

HOW THEY HAPPEN

FROM BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL’S

DR. BARRY JORDAN

HOW THEY ARE TREATED

SIGNS TO WATCH FOR

IN A REBROADCAST OF PEOPLE TO BE HEARD

AT 8

ON www.communitymedia.org

AND ON ALTICE CH. 76 AND COUNTYWIDE ON FIOS CH. 45

BUILDING Workers Union Opens Negotiations, Threatening Strike. They Serve 100,000 in County, Opens Negotiations for Wages, Affordable Health Care Coverage with Building Superintendents. Wages, Affordable Health Care Issues. Contract Ends Sept. 30

Posted on August 15, 2018 by John Bailey

WPCNR LABORING. From the Service Employees International Union 32BJ. August 15, 2018:

This morning, contract negotiations opened in White Plains for superintendents, handymen and women, porters and others who serve 100,000 apartment building and condo residents in towns and cities across the Hudson Valley.

“We are seeking a fair contract, so we can continue to support our families, and do our best for our buildings’ tenants, who rely on us night and day,” said Antonio Delgado, a superintendent in Scarsdale and member of the 32BJ bargaining committee.

“I’ve been a super for over 30 years and my father before me was a super for 35. We stayed with the job because we both believe in helping others. But we could only do it because we had the health benefits and pension to support this long tradition of reliable service.

“I’m proud to start bargaining for older members like me, for the newer generation we mentor, and for the continued service we provide to tens of thousands of Hudson Valley residents.”

The 1,400 workers are represented in negotiations by a 32BJ SEIU bargaining committee comprised of elected members and union representatives from the largest building service employees union in the nation.

They will sit across the table from representatives of the BRI, the Building and Realty Institute of Westchester and the Mid-Hudson Region Inc. Negotiators hope to reach a fair agreement on a new contract before the current contract expires at midnight on September 30.

“Since our last contract negotiations in 2014, the Hudson Valley’s economy has outperformed the nation and the state, and the region’s real estate industry has boomed,” said Lenore Friedlaender, Assistant to the President at 32BJ SEIU.

“We hope that the BRI will recognize that the next contract should maintain the level of benefits that have created a strong, stable culture of service among building workers, while keeping up with the region’s rising costs.”

County to Inspect County-owned Retaining Walls

Posted on August 14, 2018 by John Bailey

WPCNR COUNTY CLARION-LEDGER. From the Westchester County Department of Communications. August 14, 2018:

In light of the high volume of rain our region has experienced the last few weeks and last night’s incident in Ossining, Westchester County Executive George Latimer has directed the County’s Department of Public Works to inspect and determine the safety of County-owned retaining walls.

Retaining walls, or walls built to support soil mass on a sloped landscape, aim to provide security from potential “mudslides” which may occur when large amounts of rainfall create wet, heavy soil.

Latimer said: “What we saw in Ossining overnight should be a warning to all governments that advance preparation for possible problems saves time, money, and energy in the long run. That is why I am issuing this directive – it is imperative that we ensure the safety of all our residents who could be impacted by this type of emergency.”

Westchester County has several well-built retaining walls on its properties which have stood up to stretches of rain similar to the one our region has experienced – even standing up through the worst of Super Storm Sandy. Regardless, the County will be checking all retaining walls in an abundance of caution.”

Department of Public Works and Transportation Commissioner Hugh J. Greechan Jr. said: “We are in constant communication with our road maintenance staff, parks department, and facilities managers to monitor retaining walls along County roadways, parkways, parks, and buildings. We do not anticipate any issues but are prepared for all circumstances.”