Playland Management Now in the Hands of Private Contractors

New York-based Standard Amusements will invest $25 million in private money into the county-owned attraction over the next five years.

Metro North, LIRR Met New Federal Safety Guideline Early

The MTA installed auto controls after the fatal derailment in 2013.

White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach Elected President of Westchester Municipal Officials Association

Roach succeeds Bronxville Mayor Mary Marvin as the President. The group represents the county's 45 cities, towns and villages.

Port Chester Residents Remain Eligible for Property Tax Rebates: Astorino

The rebates are coming out of $211 million in savings the county and 22 municipalities have identified.

Playland: Public Hearing on Privatization This Tuesday!

Part 2 of a two-part opinion piece: Tues. June 2, 2015: 7pm at Rye City Hall - BOL Meeting to Hear Public Views On Privatization of the Park

Opinion: Privatizing Playland: Rob Astorino's $25 Million Joke on Westchester?

THIS IS PART 1 of 2 - So long it won't fit into one Patch post! Get comfortable and please be sure to read Part 2!

Westchester Community Seeks Savings with New Energy Program

Sustainable Westchester is helping the town explore a plan to reduce residents' utility bills.

County Wins Another Legal Battle with Feds over Grant Money

The Department of Housing and Urban Development has been withholding money from Westchester in a dispute over affordable housing.

Port Chester, Developer Continue Negotiations on Waterfront Walkway Repair

The bulkhead behind the Costco in the village is in disrepair and currently closed.

Astorino Again Pledges No Tax Increase

In his 2015 State of the County address, County Executive Rob Astorino painted a positive picture for Westchester.

Astorino to Deliver 'State of the County' Wednesday

The event is free and open to the public.

Nuclear Regulatory Commission: Why a 10-Mile Zone around Indian Point

The Disaster Accountability Project urges a 50-mile zone and the NRC responds.

Expand Evacuation, Emergency Plans Around Indian Point, Study Urges

20 million people live within 50 miles of the nuclear plants but just the closest governments have emergency plans, says the DAP

Astorino Negotiates $25 Million Investment Deal to Aid Playland

The proposed deal with Standard Amusements to run the Rye park still must receive approval from the county's Board of Legislators.

MTA Inspector General Harshly Critical of Metro North Field Communications Department

Scathing December report causes April headaches for the commuter railroad

Playland to Receive $5 Million from FEMA for Storm Repairs

The funding will be divided into two parts.

Ron Tocci Named County's New Director of the Veterans Service Agency

He takes over for Vito Pinto, who is stepping down on March 31.

Port Chester Pulls Out of Rye Town Dissolution Proposal

Support for the move has died out.

Former Port Chester Mayor Dennis Pilla Wins His Old Job Back

The Democrat defeated Republican challenger Gene Ceccarelli

Pilla vs. Ceccarelli for Mayor in Port Chester

Today is Election Day in several Westchester County villages. Polls close at 9 p.m.

Assemblyman Steve Otis Pushes for $250 Million Grant for Water Quality Improvements

As a former mayor, Otis knows the difficulties municipalities face in funding such efforts.

Clinton's Chappaqua Email Server: Convenient, Legal

The former Secretary of State held a press conference yesterday.

Democratic Legislators Announce Support for New State-wide Campus Sexual Assault Prevention Policy

"A major step forward to protect all New York college students"

Officials Call for Railroad Crossing Safety Improvements

A press conference about national legislation was held Monday at a grade crossing at a Saw Mill River Parkway entrance/exit.

Complexities Slow Down Move to Dissolve Town of Rye

The fate of Rye Neck has become an issue.

Gov. Cuomo, Congresswoman Lowey Announce Deal to End Hold Up of $5 Mil. in Housing Funds to Westchester

Under the deal, the federal money essentially will be rerouted through the state.

Democratic Westchester Legislators Investigate Why Invest-in-Kids Grants Disappeared for Proven Program Providers

Administration’s Funding Process for Youth Programs Ignores County Law

Rockland, Westchester County Executives Call for Reform after Arrest of Top New York Lawmaker on Corruption Charges

Term limits and other reforms are needed, said Astorino and Day.

The Business Council of Westchester Supports State Casino Decision

The council said the decision concerning applications for casinos in Orange County was "the right one for New York."

New York's Coming Ban on Fracking: Victory or Defeat?

Riverkeeper and Rob Astorino have opposing views on today's decision.

Port Chester Commuters' Trains Would Have Cameras Monitoring Tracks, Wayside Areas, Cabs

A total of 2,064 rail cars would get the cameras for $34.6 million if the full MTA board on Wednesday approves a committee's proposal.

Forum on Obamacare: One Year Later

The forum, hosted by the Business Council of Westchester, will take place in Tarrytown on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at the DoubleTree Hotel.

New York Election 2014 Results: Voters Take to the Polls

Westchester voters, and those throughout the state, are going to the polls today. Have you cast your ballot yet?

Candidates for State Office Address Child Issues Affecting Port Chester

Check out the KIDS Survey from the Westchester Children's Association's Vote for Kids Campaign.

Future Cost of New Tappan Zee Bridge Tolls Remains a Mystery

Estimates for the cost of the tolls are as high as $14, which has motorists angry.

President Obama Rejected by Westchester Golf Courses: News Report

Sources tell NBC New York that club officials weren't willing to bump their members on Labor Day weekend.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo Wins Democratic Primary Against Challenger Zephyr Teachout

Cuomo's running mate, Kathy Hochul, also won the party nod for lieutenant governor over Timothy Wu.

Junior League of Westchester on the Sound Hosts Information Sessions to Encourage Community Volunteerism

New sessions begin on Tuesday, Sept. 9 for Junior League of Westchester on the Sound.

NYC Democratic Club Stages Protest at Governor's Westchester Home

Candles for Clemency brought protesters from New York City to Mount Kisco and New Castle.

Dillon Launches State Senate Campaign from Katonah

He is running for the District 37 seat.