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Morning White Plains! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Westchester's new public safety leaders mean for White Plains residents
  • How a White Plains project is opening doors to construction careers
  • Can White Plains slow Ketcham's surging defense on Oct. 9?

Also on today's calendar: Experiences at the Bruce: Art Explains Science with J Henry Fair and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cooler; a little p.m. rain, with a high of 62 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunshine and breezy at times, temps: high: 70, low: 47.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 63 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Nilda Hofmann Named First Deputy Commissioner Of Westchester County Public Safety, Breaking Two Historic Barriers (blackwestchester.com) — In White Plains, Westchester County leaders have appointed Nilda Hofmann as First Deputy Commissioner and John O'Rourke as Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety, reshaping the county's top law-enforcement team. Hofmann becomes both the first Hispanic and first woman in a leadership role there, bringing decades of NYPD and Hudson Valley experience that will influence policing and public safety services across the county.
   

• Construction Industry Council of Westchester & Hudson Valley, Inc. Launches Campaign to Promote Careers in Skilled Construction Trades (yonkerstimes.com) — A new construction-careers campaign was just launched at the Elizabeth Seton Young Adult Center construction site on North Street in White Plains, spotlighting local building projects. The initiative from regional construction groups aims to steer young adults toward skilled trades, emphasizing paid training, apprenticeships, and long-term, middle-class careers without heavy college debt, including expanded opportunities for women and underrepresented groups.
   

• Marucci scores twice, Ketcham pitches shutout in win over Mount Vernon (newsbreak.com) — Ketcham's football team just earned a 12-0 homecoming win over Mount Vernon, and now their attention turns to visiting White Plains on October 9. For local fans, that means the Tigers will host a Storm squad gaining confidence, with a defense that has allowed single digits in back-to-back games and a running attack led by Joseph Marucci's two-touchdown performance.
   

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  • YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester Announces Leadership Transition —Diane Cheron Read on Patch
  • Does anyone have recommendations for a good air filter?
    My dog has COPD, so I want to make sure the air quality is as clean as possible. Any advise on keeping the home chemical free is appreciated as well. (Nextdoor Dobbs Ferry)
  • Panera posted a job opening for Catering Lead in White Plains. Apply here.
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  • Spotlight on Rye Alumna Jennifer Donnelly (myrye.com)

Ok White Plains! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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