International Overdose Awareness Day: Bringing Understanding To A National Crisis

Each year communities around the world observe International Overdose Awareness Day, a time to honor the lives lost to overdose.

White Plains Hospital Named In U.S. New & World Report Ranking For These 4 Specialties And 13 Procedures

The Westchester hospital was also ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Regional Hospital for the seventh consecutive year.

Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Volunteer Grandpas Needed

Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

Celebrate Shark Week: Library Takes A Deep Dive

Shark Week is celebrated from July 6-13. To celebrate, White Plains Librarians have compiled a grand list of books from the Trove! Enjoy.

Fortune Once Again Ranks 1 Westchester Hospital Among 'Best Places To Work'

The Westchester County hospital was the only medical facility in New York State to make the annual list of best employers.

United Way of Westchester and Putnam Celebrate Community Champions at Imagine Gala

The “Spirit of Caring” award was presented to NewYork-Presbyterian’s Paul J. Dunphey, PepsiCo, and Door Dash.

Ding-Ding! Bicycle Sundays Set To Begin For 2025 Season In Westchester

There will be earlier hours on Sundays in June and July this year. So, get ready for the most fun you can have on two wheels.

White Plains Celebrates Autism Acceptance Month All April Long

Check out the new and noteworthy 2024-25 titles to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month in good company.

The Challenges and Rewards of Social Work in the Post-Acute Care World

With March Being National Social Workers Month, Martine Center's Social Work Director Speaks About Easing the Minds of Families.

Congressman Helps Celebrate Waterstone Resident's 102nd Birthday

Alex Forger who lives at an independent senior living community in White Plains turned 102 on February 19

Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Social Media Content Creators

Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

Risk Of Avian Flu Remains Low, But Health Officials Urge Precautions

In a new update, the Westchester County Health Department said that while there are no cases here, vigilance is required.

United Way and Library System's Winter Coat Drive Collects 1,200 items

The donation drive, which ran for three weeks in October at libraries across Westchester, collected 680 coats and 537 accessories.

United Way Women’s Leadership Council “Take a Walk in Her Shoes” Event

The “Take A Walk in Her Shoes” event recognizes the work of women helping financially vulnerable women in Westchester and Putnam.

Yesterday and Today, Hudson Valley Vets Talk About Life During Vietnam

Veterans from Martine Center in White Plains and Northern Metropolitan in Monsey Speak of Their Lives as Vets and Living Life

United Way Launches Coat and Accessories Drive

In partnership with the Westchester Library System, the United Way is collecting gently used or new coats, as well as new hats and gloves

Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Financial Literacy Mentors

Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

Martine Center's Rehab Dir Takes Home Prestigious Sigma 2024 Award

Facility's DOR Jacqueline Turenne is a Recipient of the 2024 Sigma Split Award, Where She Oversees Therapy in Two Major Facilities

Westchester Historical Society To Take Time To Mark 150th Anniversary

A keynote event will feature Kermit Roosevelt III, the great-great-grandson of President Theodore Roosevelt.

Mastercard Gets 'Credit' For Adopting Cranberry Lake Preserve

A partnership with the Westchester Parks Foundation is proving "priceless" for both visitors and the employees volunteering their time.

Westchester Exec Latimer Joins Volunteer New York! For Annual 9/11 Serve & Remember

The 14th annual days of service to benefit local nonprofits will take place in New Rochelle and White Plains.

Patients Evacuated From White Plains Hospital Delivery Rooms: Reports

Both patients and staff had to be evacuated from the ward​ after a sprinkler malfunction, according to media reports.

Westchester County Will Host 9/11 Memorial Service, Interfaith Prayer Vigil

The two-day event will be dedicated to honoring victims of the terror attacks and promoting unity in the lingering aftermath.

Hospice of Westchester to Host “In Celebration” Gala on September 26

The annual event will raise funds to support the organization’s mission

Riverkeepers Join Legal Action To Stop Illegal Sturgeon Killing

The environmental groups contend that three states, including New York, are allowing the illegal "bycatch" of the endangered species.

'Phoenix' Rising: Emergency Service Dog Earns Accreditation

The 4-year-old Lab mix, who is there when disaster strikes in Westchester, is now a a certified First Responder Therapy Dog.

19 Westchester Synagogues Joined Together To Remember Revered Rebbe

Events marked 30 years since the passing of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, considered the most influential rabbi in modern times.

Westchester PD K-9 Officer 'Warren' Will Get A New Protective Vest

The new gear, from the non-profit Vested Interest in K9s, will bear a tribute to a fellow K-9 officer who died of a sudden illness.

Empower Creativity at Cre8tor Incubator’s Summer Workshops!

Join Cre8tor Incubator’s Summer Workshops! Launch YouTube channels, create content, and master digital media. Sign up today!

Westchester Children's Association Awards Gala Celebrates 110 Years

The group paid tribute to local heroes & raised a record-breaking $200K at an event that promises to make tomorrow brighter for our kids.

Hospice of Westchester Hosts 22nd Annual Golf Invitational

Longtime supporters Bill and Debbie Flooks honored at the organization’s most successful golf outing to date

New South Pond Boardwalk At Cranberry Lake Preserve Reopened

The area was washed away during Superstorm Sandy in 2012. The Westchester Parks Foundation took on the restoration earlier this spring.

5 WCPD Officers Get Lifesaving Medals For 3 Times Tragedy Was Averted

A heart attack victim, a suicidal man and critically injured accident victims trapped in a car were rescued by Westchester County cops.

Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center In White Plains Gets A Boost

The organization's mission is to reinforce the lessons of the Holocaust and the right of all people to be treated with dignity and respect.

White Plains Big Winners In Salvation Army NY Division Star Search

The winners of each category will compete with other regional Music & Creative Arts programs in Hershey next month.

County Warns Residents About Spring Contracting Season

All home improvement contractors must be properly licensed to work in Westchester, county law says.

Sentence For Raping Child + Another Aftershock

Plus animal advocacy workshop, preventing fare evaders and more: Hudson Valley Daily Digest

Dispose Of Unwanted Drugs In White Plains On National Take Back Day

Dispose of them before they join the stew of discarded pharmaceuticals in the Hudson River or fall into the wrong hands. Here's how.

Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: Milk Bank Interns

Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley. @volunteerNYnow

Operation Prom To Set Up Shop At Westchester County Center

The three-day event provides low-cost and free dresses and tuxedos for Westchester high school seniors going to proms.