Mount Vernon Mayor Thomas Named In $10 Million Lawsuit From Half-Brother

The hits keep coming for Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas, whose half-brother is reportedly suing the city for millions of dollars after being sentenced to probation on federal gun charges. Henry-George Thomas is claiming that city officials have refused to reinstate him as a firefighter and he is owed additional damages for "pain and suffering, mental anguish, future impairment and the loss of enjoyment of life," according to a lohud report .

Four Charged In Connection With Fatal Westchester Shooting, Robberies

A fourth suspect is facing an attempted murder charge after being apprehended following a multi-jurisdictional investigation into a fatal shooting in southern Westchester. Allen Copeland Jr., 21, has been charged with attempted murder for his role in a series of recent incidents that spread from Manhattan, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon and Yonkers.

Cell Smart POS Forms Partnership with Direct Connect

Cell Smart POS, the leading providers of custom point-of-sale services recently announced a partnership with Direct Connect, a revered credit card processor. MOUNT VERNON, NY, USA, May 24, 2017 / EINPresswire.com / -- Over the last several years, Cell Smart has developed one of the simplest, yet most in-depth and effective point of sale systems designed specifically for cell phone stores.

Cell Smart POS Forms Partnership with Direct Connect

Cell Smart POS, the leading providers of custom point-of-sale services recently announced a partnership with Direct Connect, a revered credit card processor. MOUNT VERNON, NY, USA, May 24, 2017 / EINPresswire.com / -- Over the last several years, Cell Smart has developed one of the simplest, yet most in-depth and effective point of sale systems designed specifically for cell phone stores.

Mount Vernon Mayor Announces ‘Project Bright Knight’ With Microsoft

Just days after police used technology to "ping" a stolen cellphone and track a group of robbers, Mount Vernon officials have entered into a partnership between the city and Microsoft to increase public safety. On Tuesday, Mount Vernon Mayor Richard Thomas announced Project Bright Knight - named after the school's mascot - a collaboration with Microsoft to acquire and utilize new technology and tools to combat crime.

Police In Westchester Use Technology To ‘Ping’ Stolen Phone, Track Robbers

Police in Westchester County were able to "ping" a stolen cellphone to track down a group of reported robbers over the weekend. Shortly before 5:30 a.m. on Monday morning, members of the Mount Vernon Police Department were dispatched to South 10th Avenue when they received reports of a stolen cell phone that was being used in the city.

Sex Offender Accused Of Having Sex With Boy Moves To New Rochelle

A registered sex offender accused of having deviate sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old boy has reported a move to Westchester County. The New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services issued an alert on Monday to Westchester residents regarding the residency of 38-year-old Seneca Jacobs, who has moved from Mount Vernon to an apartment on 6th Street in New Rochelle, near the Pelham town line.

Mount Vernon to pay severance to superintendent

Mount Vernon High School will pay its superintendent as he leaves the post. A new separation agreement has been released that pays Dr, Michael Smith a severance of $187,000 along with his compensation and benefits through the end of June - the board has agreed to pay out the final year of his contract.

Wyclef Jean Leads Mount Vernon ‘My Brother’s Keeper’ Superintendent Summit

Led by guest speaker Wyclef Jean, 100 students in Mount Vernon got a glimpse into the future with some of the city's dignitaries at School Superintendent Kenneth Hamilton's "Summit on My Brother's Keeper." Last year, Mount Vernon became the second Westchester County municipality - behind its neighbors in New Rochelle - to accept former President Barack Obama's "My Brother's Keeper" challenge, which is designed to increase and improve opportunities for youth, specifically minorities, in cities throughout the country.

Obituary: Death of Matilda A. Colihan (Tillie) Announced

Avid gardener, conservationist, seeker of solutions to make the world and our local communities better places, Tillie Colihan died peacefully in her Essex Meadows home on May 2, 2017. Born May 20, 1920 in Mount Vernon, NY to William and Rowena Alston, Tillie attended Madeira School in Greenway, VA, and graduated from Pine Manor College, Chestnut Hill, MA in 1940.
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Mother/Daughter Duo Open New Westchester Boutique

A mother-daughter duo are about to take their first business leap together with INSPO , a new lifestyle boutique opening in Pelham Saturday, May 13. Ginghi Clarke, who lives in New Rochelle, said the store gets its name from the word "inspiration," and hopes the unique combination that she and her mom, Mount Vernon resident Janice Harding, have curated will inspire each customer. The artwork, for example, is Harding's.