Westchester County
Recent News About Westchester County
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Westchester extends agreement with Sleepy Hollow for Kingsland Point Park stewardship
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has signed legislation to extend the Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) with the Village of Sleepy Hollow, allowing it to continue managing Kingsland Point Park until December 31, 2027.
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Westchester appoints Joshua P. Gaccione as director of veteran services
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has appointed Joshua P. Gaccione as the new Director of Veteran Services.
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Westchester releases report on quality of life among Black residents
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins, alongside the Westchester County African American Advisory Board (AAAB), unveiled the findings of "Blueprint for Change," a report focused on the quality of life of African American residents in Westchester.
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Ken Jenkins hosts reception celebrating black contributions in Westchester
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins hosted a Black History Month reception at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.
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Westchester County invites public to Irish Heritage Month flag-raising ceremony
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has announced an event to celebrate Irish Heritage Month.
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Westchester expands free EV charging as part of sustainability initiatives
Westchester County has taken a significant step in its sustainability efforts by installing 25 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the County Center’s South Parking Lot.
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Westchester County seeks arbitration over Playland management dispute
Westchester County has initiated arbitration proceedings against Standard Amusements, LLC.
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Westchester officials discuss opioid prevention funding with Attorney General
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins and New York Attorney General Letitia James recently convened with members of the Westchester County Opioid Response and Overdose Prevention Initiative.
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Ken Jenkins proposes extension for Sleepy Hollow's stewardship of Kingsland Point Park
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has put forward legislation to extend the Inter-Municipal Agreement (IMA) with the Village of Sleepy Hollow, allowing it to continue managing Kingsland Point Park until December 31, 2027.
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Westchester youth engage in leadership forum advocating legislative priorities
The Westchester County Youth Bureau recently gathered with other youth bureaus across New York State for the annual Youth Leadership Forum in Albany.
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Ken Jenkins warns Westchester about incoming storm impacting travel
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins held a press briefing to discuss the impending storm expected to affect the region on February 6.
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Free phone access program launched at Westchester County Jail
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has introduced a new initiative at the Westchester County Jail aimed at providing free phone access for clients to communicate with their attorneys.
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Ken Jenkins prioritizes affordable housing with $10M investment in White Plains
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins is reinforcing his administration's focus on affordable housing.
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Trailblazers Awards Ceremony honors African American citizens in Westchester County
Westchester County will host the Trailblazers Awards Ceremony on February 27, 2025, in honor of Black History Month.
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Westchester urges caution despite low avian flu risk
The Westchester County Health Department has issued an update regarding the avian flu, emphasizing that while the risk remains low and no human cases of H5N1 have been identified in New York State, residents should still exercise caution.
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Westchester receives $115K grant for new climate action plan
Westchester County has received a $115,000 grant from the NYSDEC Climate Smart Communities Program to implement a new climate action plan starting in June.
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Ken Jenkins reflects on Black History Month's significance for Westchester
County Executive Ken Jenkins has issued a statement marking the beginning of Black History Month.
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Ken Jenkins emphasizes public safety as Westchester crime rates fall
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has reiterated his commitment to public safety amid declining crime rates in the county.
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Westchester offers free park passes for military veterans
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has enacted a new law providing free park passes to U.S. military veterans residing in the county.
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Westchester County announces February sales tax distribution for municipalities
Westchester County has announced the distribution of sales tax revenue to local municipalities and public school districts.