Westchester County
Recent News About Westchester County
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Ken Jenkins reflects on MLK's legacy and ongoing responsibilities
County Executive Ken Jenkins released a statement on Martin Luther King Jr.
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Winter storm warning issued for Westchester County
The National Weather Service has announced a Winter Storm Warning for Northern Westchester and a Winter Weather Advisory for Southern Westchester.
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Westchester County Office supports victims on Stalking Awareness Day
The Westchester County Office for Women (OFW) is observing the second annual Stalking Awareness Day of Action on January 18.
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Westchester earns over $212K through demand response energy incentives
Westchester County has been awarded $212,715.54 for its involvement in the Demand Response program run by NYISO and ConEdison.
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Ken Jenkins opens new mental health support facility for county employees
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins inaugurated a new facility for the Westchester County Employee Assistance Program (WCEAP), aimed at providing mental health support services to county employees, municipal workers, and emergency service...
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Ken Jenkins proposes new law for non-residential battery energy storage oversight
County Executive Ken Jenkins has put forward a proposed notification law aimed at improving the oversight and safety of non-residential Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in Westchester County.
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Susan Spear becomes first female head of Westchester emergency services
Susan Spear has been appointed as the new commissioner of the Department of Emergency Services (DES), marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to hold this position.
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Ken Jenkins emphasizes fiscal responsibility in new video
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has released a video highlighting his administration's efforts to maintain low taxes, efficiently use resources, and prioritize the needs of the middle class.
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Westchester allocates $7 million for public housing improvements
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has announced a $7 million funding allocation for four Public Housing Authorities (PHA) in Westchester.
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Ken Jenkins renews Good Neighbor Policy for community involvement
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has renewed the Good Neighbor Policy, emphasizing the county's dedication to transparency and community involvement.
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Moody's revises Westchester County outlook to positive; affirms Aa1 rating
Moody's Investors Service has revised Westchester County's financial outlook from stable to positive, affirming its Aa1 issuer and debt ratings.
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Westchester completes $7M rehab of Mamaroneck Wastewater Treatment Plant jetty
Westchester County has completed the rehabilitation of the outfall jetty at the Mamaroneck Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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Westchester seeks resident input on future waste reduction strategies
Westchester County's Department of Environmental Facilities (DEF) is conducting an online survey as part of a Waste Reduction Study.
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Westchester appoints members to new gun violence prevention taskforce
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has announced the full appointment of members to the Westchester County Gun Violence Prevention Taskforce.
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Fitch reaffirms Westchester County's AAA credit rating
Westchester County has maintained its AAA credit rating from Fitch Ratings, reflecting the county's solid financial health and management.
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Westchester County earns AAA bond rating from S&P Global
Westchester County has been awarded a AAA bond rating by S&P Global Ratings, marking a significant achievement for the region.
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Richard G. Wishnie appointed deputy county executive for Westchester
Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins has announced the appointment of Richard G. Wishnie as Deputy County Executive.
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Kenneth W. Jenkins signs $10M land acquisition act for White Plains housing
Westchester County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins has signed a Land Acquisition Act to allocate $10 million for purchasing property in downtown White Plains.
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Kenneth W. Jenkins becomes Westchester's first Black county executive
Kenneth W. Jenkins has been sworn in as Westchester County's 10th County Executive.
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Health department seeks contacts after rabid cat found in Yonkers
The Westchester County Department of Health has issued an alert for individuals who may have come into contact with a rabid black kitten in Yonkers.