A proposal that would make it harder for retailers to get around New York State's ban on flavored nicotine vaping products was announced at the Westchester County Board of Legislators meeting on Monday night.

It has been brought to our attention that Legislator James Nolan presented Board proclamations to former New York State Young Republicans’ Chairs Peter Giunta and Bobby Walker without knowledge or consent of the Board or Board leadership, including our Chair.

Flooded basements. Impassable roads. Waterlogged school fields. Since 2009, Westchester County has invested over $120 million fighting a relentless problem that threatens property, safety, and quality of life. This week, the Westchester County Board of Legislators approved another $1.925 million to protect residents in New Rochelle, Croton-on-Hudson, and Bronxville from the recurring floods that have plagued these neighborhoods.

The Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated Italian American Heritage Month on Monday night with a ceremony recognizing two exceptional honorees: Michael N. Romita,President and CEO of Westchester County Association, champion for Westchester's economic development and environmental sustainability and Paula Miritello, founder and director of My Brother Vinny, a nonprofit organization that provides furnishings for formerly homeless U.S. veterans.