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Latimer honors former CE Andrew O’Rourke

Westchester County Executive George Latimer is set to introduce legislation to the Westchester County Board of Legislators to honor Andrew P. O’Rourke, Westchester’s sixth County Executive, by naming both the North and South County Trailways in his memory. The trailways are proposed to be named the Andrew P. O’Rourke Westchester […]

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WJCS awarded grant to support vulnerable seniors

Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is thrilled to have been awarded a $40,000 grant from the Field Hall Foundation for Geriatric Care Management. This support is especially needed because addressing the issues faced by the elderly is becoming increasingly important as the population in Westchester County ages. It is the […]

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County implements enhanced safety measures following assault on DSS caseworker

Following a recent assault on Westchester County Department of Social Services (DSS) caseworker Marie Coto, the County has announced additional safety measures for its staff. Effective immediately, DSS will offer enhanced security escorts for staff during community and home visits. While DSS has long provided escort services, the new initiative […]

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Film industry nets $622.4M 2023 economic impact

A new report has shown that despite the industry-wide challenges in 2022 and 2023,  film production in Westchester still yielded $2 billion in economic activity, 6,796 jobs and $656 million in wages during those two years. Westchester County Executive George Latimer said: “Westchester is a top-tier destination for film production […]