Westchester County
Recent News About Westchester County
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Westchester joins Great American Smokeout to combat smoking risks
Westchester County is set to participate in the Great American Smokeout on November 21, an initiative by the American Cancer Society aimed at encouraging smokers to quit.
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Westchester County raises awareness for World Prematurity Day on November 17
The Westchester County Health Department is highlighting World Prematurity Day, observed on Sunday, November 17, to raise awareness about the risks and challenges associated with premature birth.
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Westchester celebrates albanian heritage with flag-raising ceremony
Westchester County held a flag-raising ceremony at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains to celebrate Albanian Heritage Month.
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Westchester County begins annual holiday gift drive for local children
Westchester County has launched its annual Holiday Gift Drive with an event at the Michaelian Office Building in White Plains.
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Westchester celebrates Diwali with traditional festivities
Westchester County Executive George Latimer recently hosted a Diwali celebration at the Westchester County Center.
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Westchester County urges residents to conserve water amid ongoing drought watch
New York City has issued a Drought Watch impacting water supplies in Westchester County.
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Westchester County celebrates World Town Planning Day with focus on housing
Planners globally gather annually on November 8 to observe World Town Planning Day, a day dedicated to recognizing the positive impacts of effective planning on communities and society.
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Westchester jail residents complete culinary training through Aramark partnership
The Westchester County Department of Correction, in collaboration with Aramark Food Service, recently celebrated the graduation of four residents from a culinary training program at the Westchester County Jail.
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George Latimer honors veterans' sacrifices on Veterans Day
County Executive George Latimer issued a statement in observance of Veterans Day, acknowledging the sacrifices made by those who have served in the armed forces.
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Westchester leaders honor veterans at Lasdon Park ceremony
Westchester County held a Veterans Day ceremony at the Veteran’s Museum in Lasdon Park, Katonah.
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Westchester unveils $2.5B plan focusing on vital services without raising taxes
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has introduced a $2.5 billion budget proposal for 2025, maintaining the same tax levy as 2024 for the County General Fund.
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Westchester holds town hall addressing birth equity challenges
Westchester County recently held its second Birth Equity Improvement Project Town Hall at the Westchester County Center in White Plains.
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Westchester County hosts final recycling day event of 2024
Westchester County is set to host its final Household Recycling Day event of 2024 on Saturday, November 9.
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Westchester County alerts residents after finding rabid raccoon in Tarrytown
The Westchester County Department of Health has issued a warning to residents after discovering a rabid raccoon near John Paulding School, 154 Broadway in Tarrytown.
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Sculpture honors grieving parents at Westchester park
Westchester County Executive George Latimer hosted a ceremony to dedicate a memorial sculpture named "Cherish" in honor of county residents who have lost a child.
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Element 46 welcomes new tech startups for Fall 2024
Westchester County's Element 46 Tech Accelerator, in collaboration with Quay Acceleration, has inducted 12 startups into its Fall 2024 cohort.
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Westchester County mandates paving standards for private contractors
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has signed a new amendment to Chapter 813 of the Westchester County Laws.
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Westchester honors Andy Spano with archives center dedication
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has put forward a proposal to honor former County Executive Andrew J. Spano by naming the Westchester County Archives and Records Center after him.
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Westchester ensures accurate home heating oil deliveries through annual inspections
Westchester County has introduced a video detailing the Department of Consumer Protection's process for inspecting home heating oil delivery trucks.
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Westchester ensures Halloween safety with mandatory program for sex offenders
For the 18th consecutive year, the Westchester County Department of Probation will hold an anti-sexual abuse victim impact program aimed at keeping sex offenders off the streets during Halloween.