New Rochelle to Honor Hispanic Community Leaders

Written By: Robert Cox

NEW ROCHELLE, NY (August 30, 2025) — The City of New Rochelle will host a Hispanic Heritage Month recognition event to celebrate the history, traditions, contributions and achievements of Hispanic Americans in New Rochelle and beyond.

The event is set for Wednesday, September 17 from 5-7 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 515 North Ave.

This year the city is celebrating individuals representing the past, present and future of the Hispanic community in New Rochelle: Froila Almazan, owner of The Little Mexican Café; Michelle Oliveros, commissioner of human resources for the City of New Rochelle; and Luis Angel Ochoa, constituent services and community affairs associate.

The heritage recognition event underscores the city’s commitment to honoring its diverse community and celebrating the individuals who make a lasting impact.

The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.

To RSVP, visit newrochelleny.gov/hispanicheritage.

The Hispanic Heritage Month recognition event is part of a slate of heritage celebrations held year-round by the City of New Rochelle.

Upcoming heritage events include German American Heritage on October 3, and Italian American Heritage on October 10.

More information is available at www.newrochelleny.gov/events.

This article was drafted with the aid of Grok, an AI tool by xAI, under the direction and editing of Robert Cox to ensure accuracy and adherence to journalistic standards.


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