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New Rochelle High School Student Bryan Stamps Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Of A Classmate

Robert Cox — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 17:58:36 +0000

Bryan Stamps

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WHITE PLAINS, NY -- Bryan Stamps, 16, of New Rochelle was sentenced today as a Juvenile Offender to one to three years in state prison for Assault in the First Degree, a class B felony, related to a stabbing at New Rochelle High School in January 2018. Westchester County Court Judge Barry Warhit presided.

Another New Rochelle Council Member Will Not Seek Re-Election

Robert Cox — Wed, 23 Jan 2019 15:50:23 +0000

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY -- New Rochelle Council Member Jared Rice announced today that he will not seek re-election in November. Rice has represented District 3 since he won a special election in 2010 to fill the unexpired term of James Stowe who passed while still in office.

“It is an emotional day for me,” said Rice. “Going on into my ninth year in office on the New Rochelle City Council, I have decided not to seek re-election for another term.”

“Serving on the council has been the opportunity of a lifetime for me,” he added.

GETTING RESULTS: After Four Decades, New Rochelle School District Finally Has a New Law Firm

Robert Cox — Fri, 18 Jan 2019 18:28:29 +0000

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY -- Ingerman Smith has been selected through an RFP process to be the outside counsel for the New Rochelle Board of Education and City School District of New Rochelle.

The announcement was made in a statement issued by Board President Jeffrey Hastie.

“After reviewing the qualifications of several law firms, we have decided that Ingerman Smith has the experience and the expertise best suited to meeting the highly specialized needs of our District,” said Board President Jeffrey Hastie. “We look forward to working with them.”

New Rochelle Council Member Will Not Seek Re-Election

Robert Cox — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 23:55:51 +0000

New Rochelle City Council Member for District 5, Barry Fertel

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY -- Barry Fertel announced today that he will not seek a fourth term on the New Rochelle City Council.

“After much consideration and thought, I have decided not to seek re-election to the City Council,” said Fertel in a public statement released late this afternoon.

“I have served on the New Rochelle City Council representing District 5 for almost fourteen years and have thoroughly enjoyed every second of it,” said Fertel. “I am proud of my accomplishments and firmly believe that New Rochelle is a better place than it was when I first started.”

Westchester Power Letter

Talk of the Sound News — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 14:06:29 +0000

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WHITE PLAINS, NY --

Note from the Mayor

Post Date: 01/14/2019 9:16 AM

RE: Westchester Power Letter

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New York State Announces February SNAP Benefits Being Issued Early Due to Federal Government Shutdown

Talk of the Sound News — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 13:58:59 +0000

New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance

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NEW YORK, NY -- The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance today announced that most recipients of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will receive their full February benefits early, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. Current SNAP recipients may receive their February benefits by Thursday, January 17.

Most recipients will receive their entire February benefit early, so it is important for SNAP recipients to budget accordingly considering the uncertainty caused by the federal shutdown.

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Dates to Remember

City School District of New Rochelle — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 13:22:44 +0000

City School District of New Rochelle

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NEW ROCHELLE, NY --

Saturday, January 12:

Chess Tournament, Webster

Monday, January 14:

PTAC Meeting, Room 222, NRHS,

7 p.m.

Monday, January 14:

SEPTA General Meeting, Library, NRHS, 7:30 p.m.

Monday-Friday, January 14-18:

Winter Spirit Week (in support of winter sports), NRHS

Tuesday, January 15:

PTA Meeting, Davis

Wednesday, January 16:

Talk of the Sound

New Rochelle High School Student Bryan Stamps Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Of A Classmate

Another New Rochelle Council Member Will Not Seek Re-Election

GETTING RESULTS: After Four Decades, New Rochelle School District Finally Has a New Law Firm

New Rochelle Council Member Will Not Seek Re-Election

Westchester Power Letter

New York State Announces February SNAP Benefits Being Issued Early Due to Federal Government Shutdown

Dates to Remember

New Rochelle Fund Taking Educational Grant Applications

Special Olympics, Swim Teams Honored by Board

Special Olympics, Swim Teams Honored by Board

Board of Education Meeting Notes

Students Log 2 Million Minutes in Ward Read-A-Thon

Restorative Practices Workshop Draws 30 Parents, Educators

NRHS Students Learn Impacts of Words and Signs of Hate

Next Town Hall Will Focus on Programs and Resources

Next Town Hall Will Focus on Programs and Resources

Report Building Issues with Tracking System

Davis Students Enchanted by the Met's 'Magic Flute'

Apple Taps High School Filmmakers for Feedback

IEYMS Students Go to See Film for a Purpose

NRHS Awards AP Capstone Diplomas, Certificates

Restorative Practices Workshop Monday

Secret Service Busts $3 Million Dollar Dark Web Credit Card Scheme

Manhattan U.S. Attorney Announces the Appointment of Criminal Division Chief

Free Programs for Infants and Preschoolers at Libraries

Martin Luther King Day Closings at Libraries

01/24 Library Hosts Film and Public Discussion on Criminal Justice 6 PM

01/24 Advance Screening of Then Came You at The Picture House Regional Film Center Followed by Q&A with Director Peter Hutchings 07:30 PM

Travel Advisory: Extended Traffic Stop Planned on New York State Thruway to Accommodate Controlled Demolition of Old Tappan Zee Bridge on Saturday, Jan. 12

The Picture House Regional Film Center Introduces Rebrand