Business Profile: Trans Port Station brings micromobility to Westchester Triangle
For John Breza, owner of Trans Port Station on 87th Street, bicycles are more than just a way to get around–they’re the key to a better future. Located in the heart of Westchester’s thriving Triangle, his bike shop is leading what John calls the “micromobility...
Cantalini’s celebrates 25 years in Playa del Rey
In the active, beachside community of Playa del Rey, Cantalini’s Salerno Beach stands as an inviting monument to history, family and home-cooked Italian food. Lisa Schwab (or as her family would call her Lisetta Maria), the big-hearted community heroine behind the...
Executive Directive 1 developments may shape Downtown Westchester
By Corry Birket and Jolie Delja Opinion: The future of Downtown Westchester may be shaped by Mayor Bass’ Executive Directive 1 (ED 1), a program that expedites the processing, clearances, and approvals of 100 percent affordable housing projects and shelters in Los...
Westchester mom uses her voice to encourage others to be seen
Over the last decade, colorectal cancers have been on the rise for young adults with the rates nearly doubling for those under 55 during that time, according to the American Cancer Society. While doctors aren’t sure why these rates are increasing for young...
Tomat brings farm-to-table to Westchester
Husband and wife duo, and Playa del Rey residents Harry Posner and Natalie Dial, are proud parents of two wonderful children: Saffi, a one-and-a-half-year-old beautiful baby girl with luscious curls and a sweet smile; and their new addition, Tomat, the recently opened...
Local Halloween Event Guide 2024
Get your costumes ready! Autumn is here, and Westchester/Playa is full of frightening fun events and activities that the whole family can enjoy this month. Mark your calendars for weekends filled with spine-tingling mazes, carnivals with rides and scary delicious...
Fifth Annual Pet Photo Contest
When you take your pet for a walk, do people stop you for photos? Does your pet have its own Instagram account? Is your phone filled with photos of your pup, cat or other four-legged family member? If the answer, is “yes,” enter our Fifth Annual Photo Contest! Take...
The hidden costs of upzoning: What’s at stake for our community?
By Sarah Howard and Jolie Delja, One Voice Westchester Opinion: For over a year, our community has been abuzz over the issue of upzoning. In 2023, with the prospect of thousands of homes in Westchester slated for upzoning into high-density housing districts, our...
Serenity Bakeshop helps make customers’ day with freshly baked cookies
Who doesn’t love dessert? Westchester mom of three boys, Sarina Grady, is making it easy for locals to treat themselves with her new home baking business, Serenity Bakeshop. Since launching late last year, Sarina has been delighting her customers with deliciously...
Get ready for WAM
Save the date for September 21st and head to Emerson Avenue! Summer’s not officially over in Westchester until the WAM Block Party rolls into town on September 21 from noon to 8 p.m.! Now in its ninth year, the day-long celebration on Emerson Avenue has become a...
