Flooded basements. Impassable roads. Waterlogged school fields. Since 2009, Westchester County has invested over $120 million fighting a relentless problem that threatens property, safety, and quality of life. This week, the Westchester County Board of Legislators approved another $1.925 million to protect residents in New Rochelle, Croton-on-Hudson, and Bronxville from […]

MGM Resorts International today withdrew its commercial casino license application to the New York Gaming Commission and the Gaming Facility Location Board to transform Empire City in Yonkers. MGM Resorts withdrew its application on Tuesday. “Today, MGM Resorts made the difficult decision to withdraw its application for a commercial casino […]

The Westchester County Airport (HPN) terminal is another step closer to becoming more user-friendly. An official Request for Proposals (RFP) for the terminal redesign has been released to 11 pre-qualified firms. Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said: “It’s time that the Westchester County Airport reflects the high quality and character […]

Westchester Land Trust (WLT), a nationally accredited land conservation nonprofit, and its president, Kara Whelan, have been recognized as one of eight changemakers featured on CNN’s annual Champions for Change special. Airing Saturday, September 13 and hosted by CNN’s Erin Burnett, the segment highlights WLT’s holistic approach to protecting land—preserving […]

Westchester County held the first of two commemorative events to honor the memory of residents who perished in the tragic events of September 11, 2001, as well as those who later passed away from 9/11-related illnesses. Led by County Executive Ken Jenkins, the Interfaith Prayer Vigil brought together faith leaders […]