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Don't Miss Out: Scarsdale Music Festival - TODAY!

Ready for an incredible Saturday? The Scarsdale Music Festival is back, turning the Village Center into a lively hub of music, food, and family fun TODAY from noon to 6 PM. With performances on two main stages and a new acoustic stage, there’s something for everyone. This year, the festival supports Daniel’s Music Foundation, empowering individuals with disabilities through music. Are you coming to experience the magic?

Is Your Favorite Beach Safe? Urgent Closures Shake Westchester!

Do you know if your favorite beach is safe to visit? Westchester County's Health Department has issued an immediate closure of certain Sound Shore beaches in New Rochelle and Mamaroneck due to alarming bacteriological test results. Heavy rainfall has severely impacted water quality, leading to the closures of Harbor Island, Mamaroneck Beach & Yacht Club, and Hudson Park Beaches. The Beach Surveillance Program aims to protect public health from waterborne illnesses. Are you adjusting your plans?

Get Paid to Protect: No Questions Asked Gun Buyback Event - TODAY

Do you have any guns lying around to sell? To kick off National Gun Violence Awareness Month, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office and the New Rochelle Police Department are hosting a gun buyback event this Saturday. Hand in your firearms at Shiloh Baptist Church, no questions asked, and receive up to $250 in pre-paid gift cards. With no ID required and an easy, anonymous process, it's a great way to help reduce gun violence. Will you take part in this initiative?

90-Year-Old Astronaut Ed Dwight Blasts into History

Ever dreamed of reaching the stars? Edward Dwight, at 90, just made history as the oldest person to travel to space! After being an Air Force astronaut candidate 60 years ago, but being passed over as an African American, Dwight finally experienced space aboard Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket. His 10-minute journey above the Kármán Line left him exhilarated, declaring it a “life-changing experience.” This historic flight marks a milestone in space travel and personal achievement.

New Workplace Revolution For Women: Private Lactation Suites

Have you ever been or known a working mother trying to juggle it all? Work & Mother, a woman-led company, is revolutionizing office spaces with serene, fully-equipped lactation suites. These suites provide breastfeeding moms with a peaceful, private place to pump, complete with hospital-grade pumps, refrigeration, and storage lockers. Founder Abbey Donnell turned her personal observation into a mission, ensuring new moms don’t have to choose between their careers and breastfeeding. How do you think this will impact workplace culture?

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