Westchester County Prevails Again In Playland Arbitration Case

Westchester County now has full and undisputed control of Playland's management moving forward, county officials said.

Westchester County Government Wants Your Input On The 2025 Budget

Before the 2026 Westchester County budget is finalized, come and share your priorities for County programs and services.

Westchester Exec Jenkins Unveils New Suicide Prevention and Awareness PSA

The campaign was conceived in recognition of the month of September as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

Westchester County Holds Interfaith Prayer Vigil To Honor Residents Lost To 9/11

This year, six names were added to the 9/11 First Responders Memorial to honor those who died from 9/11-related illnesses.

$260K State Grant For Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Earned NY Westchester Youth Bureau

The Sexual Risk Avoidance Education Program will focus on teen pregnancy prevention and skills to reduce risky behaviors among youth.

Safe Sleep Public Service Ad Campaign For Babies Rolled By Westchester County

The ads can be seen on Bee-Line buses, prominently displayed at the County Center and online.

Westchester's Unique 'Lives Forward' Program Graduates New Class Of Students

The program was launched at the Westchester County Jail in April 2024.

Westchester County Department Of Correction Swears In Newly Promoted Assistant Warden

The Westchester County Department of Corrections held a formal promotional ceremony at their grasslands complex.

How To Be A Part Of The 15th Annual 9/11 Serve & Remember Community-Wide Days Of Service

Westchester Exec Ken Jenkins and Volunteer New York! will host this year's events in in New Rochelle and White Plains.

24 Years Later: Westchester 9/11 Memorial Service And Interfaith Prayer Vigil 2025

The vigil will honor all the Westchester County residents who lost their lives on 9/11, or from related illnesses.

Westchester County Executive Jenkins Issues Statement On DOJ List Of Sanctuary Counties

“It comes as no surprise that Westchester County is not on the Sanctuary County list issued by the U.S. Department of Justice," Jenkins said

Westchester Study Finds AI-Powered School Bus Safety Enforcement Program Is Working

See Videos of motorists caught on camera illegally passing stopped school buses in Westchester County – as captured by BusPatrol.

New HVAC And Power Washer Licensing Rules Are In Effect In Westchester County

The licensing requirement is part of an overhaul of the county consumer protection code, passed unanimously by the Board of Legislators.

42 New Firefighters Graduate From The Westchester Fire Chiefs Firefighters Academy

The new graduates will go to work for ten fire departments in Westchester County and four others in the region.

United Way of Westchester and Putnam Awards $150,000 in Community Impact Grants

These annual grants support organizations serving the needs of the under-resourced or ALICE (those who are employed but are living paycheck-

MetroCards Remain Required On Bee-Line As County Readies For OMNY Rollout

Westchester County officials shared MetroCard Access and refill options with the switch to a new payment system on the horizon.

Westchester County Ranked #1 In The Nation For Digital Innovation

The recognition comes from the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties (NaCo).

2 Westchester County Public Hearings On Con Edison's Proposed Rate Hikes Set

Public comment is invited concerning proposed changes in the electric and gas delivery rates and practices of Con Edison.

Jenkins Calls Playland Ruling 'Significant Victory For The People Of Westchester'

The arbitration panel found that Standard Amusements improperly walked away from an agreement with the county to operate Playland.

Westchester Executive Ken Jenkins Reacts To Passing Of Herman S. Geist

“Westchester County has lost a true giant in public service with the passing of Herman S. Geist," the county executive said.

United Way of Westchester and Putnam Awarded $27,000 from Impact100 Westchester

Funding will benefit United Way’s efforts to purchase a new extended cargo van to support its Essential Goods program

Experts Discuss Strategies for Coping with Federal Cuts

Navigating Uncertainty: Strategies for Nonprofit Resilience Amid the Current Federal Landscape will be held on June 13 from 8:30-10:30 am

2025 ALICE REPORT: Number of People Struggling to Get by Breaks Record

New research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, yet often with income that’s too high for assistance

Westchester County Offers Free Compost To Residents Throughout May

The Westchester County Department of Environmental Facilities has scheduled five compost giveaways across the county

Westchester County Celebrates Earth Month With 6th Annual Eco Awards

The Eco Awards recognize contributions to the environment and sustainability by residents, students, schools, municipalities and businesses.

Westchester Solid Waste Commission Expands Small Business Program For Local Haulers

Reduced fees are intended to support local haulers looking to enter or remain in the regulated waste industry.

Westchester Exec Launches Countywide Blue Envelope Program

The program is designed to support those with autism and other communication challenges during a traffic stop.

New Oversight Rules On Public Works Bidding Get County Executive's Signature

The new law strengthens oversight and bidder responsibility before awarding public works contracts valued at more than $35K.

New Westchester Notification Law For Non-Residential Battery Energy Storage On The Books

County Executive Ken Jenkins said the goal of the new rules is to both enhance Safety and improve transparency.

Westchester County Executive Granted Public Hearing On Con Edison Rate Hike

In a letter to the Administrative Law Judges overseeing the rate case, Jenkins had formally requested a local hearing.

Westchester To Host 4 Free Compost Giveaway Events To Celebrate Earth Month

Westchester County residents must register in advance to get their free compost at upcoming Earth Month events.

Kenneth W. Jenkins Sworn In As Westchester County Executive In Historic Ceremony

Jenkins making history as the first Black County Executive in county history at the ceremony at Westchester Community College.

Westchester Consumer Protection Department Warns About Spring Contracting Scams

The county is reminding homeowners to protect themselves from fraud by hiring only licensed contractors.

Bee-Line System To Transition To 'OMNY' Fare Payment System

Bee-Line riders in Westchester County are told to get ready for the new "tap-and-go" payment system as the MTA phases out MetroCards.

County Exec Jenkins Celebrates Nowruz With Special Reception

Westchester County hosted a special reception to celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.

Westchester Awards Liberty Lines Contract To Operate Bee-Line Bus System

The county has awarded Liberty Lines a 10-year, $1.8 billion contract to continue operating the public bus system.

Jenkins Signs Legislation To Challenge Con Edison Rate Increases

"We are taking a strong stand today to protect our residents from unreasonable utility rate hikes," the Westchester County Executive said.

MHACY Opens Housing Waiting List for PBV and Public Housing Sites

Applications are being accepted for Affordable housing units at 26 senior and family housing sites across the city.

Westchester Marks Colorectal Cancer Screening Awareness Month

This month, the health department will begin connecting patients who are eligible for colorectal cancer screenings with affordable options.

Exec Jenkins Condemns Con Ed Proposed Rate Hikes, Demands Public Hearing In Westchester

The proposed increase would see electricity rates rise by 11.4 percent and natural gas rates by 13.3 percent in 2026.