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WHWC calls for action on housing shortage
The Welcome Home Westchester Campaign (WHWC) has called on local officials not to wait for action from New York state on housing but to move now on their own to address the county’s housing needs.
Sep 24, 2024
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Sustainability, Clean Energy were High Priority at Westchester Real Estate Conference
As New York state continues on its mission to meet clean energy goals, the real estate industry in the Lower Hudson Valley is embracing a new mindset — with hopes of reducing carbon emissions.
Jun 4, 2024
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The Affordable Connectivity Program can close Westchester's digital divide. Extend it
To harness the promise of the ACP, the Westchester County Association together with the STEM Alliance and other partners launched two first-of-its-kind, digital connectivity initiatives, the Yonkers-based YZone and the county-wide Connect Westchester.
May 1, 2024
Op-ed: How to close New York’s digital divide? Slashing red tape is a start featured image.
Op-ed: How to close New York’s digital divide? Slashing red tape is a start
It’s hard to believe in this age of hyper-connectivity, but about half a million people living in New York City and its suburbs still lack access to high-speed broadband despite more than a decade of state and federal programs that have poured billions of dollars into closing the digital divide.
Mar 12, 2024
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What Does the Future of Business Look Like in Westchester?
With the rapid rise of AI, remote work, sustainability, and cybersecurity, remaining up-to-the-second with business trends is not only smart, it can make or break a company.
Feb 25, 2024
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WCA's Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program Helps Graduates Succeed
Beginning in 2022, the Westchester County Association’s Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program placed and trained 100 workers with regional healthcare providers. The initiative funded by a grant from Westchester County has an annual economic impact of more than $3.5 million.
Feb 21, 2024
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Sustainability is a Serious Deal for These Westchester Businesses
Brightcore is just one of numerous players in Westchester County creating a more sustainable future. The reasons why are obvious to anyone paying attention to recent climate “events” — a mushy word for disasters, like excessive heat, flooding, smoky air, and others, that are becoming more frequent and severe.
Jan 6, 2024
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Welcome Home Westchester on the county's severe housing shortage
The purpose of the partnership is to work collaboratively and in a coordinated fashion to respond to the severe lack of housing in Westchester County for people at a wide range of income levels by advancing a pro-housing agenda through legislative and regulatory means at the state, county and local levels.
Jan 2, 2024
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WCA's New Initiatives
At the recent Westchester County Association’s 73rd annual leadership event Michael N. Romita, WCA president and CEO, announced two new WCA-led initiatives designed to extend the impact of the organization.
Nov 27, 2023
Westchester County Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program Exceeds Enrollment Goals, Connects More Than 100 Graduates to Meaningful Employment Opportunities featured image.
Westchester County Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program Exceeds Enrollment Goals, Connects More Than 100 Graduates to Meaningful Employment Opportunities
The Westchester County Office of Economic Development (OED) and Westchester County Association (WCA) today announced the Westchester Healthcare Talent Pipeline Program (HTPP), which launched in spring of 2022, has connected 101 hires to employment.
Nov 15, 2023
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Clean Energy Jobs and Resource Fair This Fall
The Westchester County Office of Economic Development and Sustainable Westchester will host the Westchester Clean Energy Jobs and Resource Fair on November 19. Connect with employers about high-paying jobs, network with clean energy professionals, and explore industry training programs.
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Introducing Monroe University!
Monroe College has officially attained university status. This transformation signifies the broadening spectrum of undergraduate and graduate programs, and creates more higher education learning opportunities locally.
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Orange Bank & Trust Enhances Private Banking Specialty With New Exec
Keith Blackman has joined Orange Bank & Trust Company’s Private Banking Division as AVP and Private Banking Officer. The Private Banking Division works diligently to simplify each client's finances, banking, investments and estate planning needs and implement a comprehensive plan to ensure that client objectives are met.
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Burke Rehabilitation Expands Outpatient Therapy Site
Burke Rehabilitation recently celebrated the expansion of its Purchase/Fairfield outpatient therapy site. The state-of-the-art facility will offer enhanced, 1-on-1 rehabilitation services to more residents in the region.
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White Plains Hospital Recognized for Top-Notch Care on News 12
White Plains Hospital earned its third consecutive five-star quality rating from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services. White Plains Hospital is one of only 10 New York hospitals to receive this distinction, exemplifying the hospital's consistently exceptional care.
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Immigration: Beyond the Headlines
What’s the real impact of immigration on our economy? Find out from the experts when Neighbors Link hosts the first in a series of a pre-election online forums on immigration. The first forum on September 25 at 1PM will cut through the noise and offer insightful perspectives on how the media reports on immigration. Register now!
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Cutting-Edge Tech Advances Cancer Care
Northern Westchester Hospital pioneers robotic-assisted lung biopsies in Westchester County using the ION by Intuitive system. This innovative, minimally invasive technology allows physicians to identify cancer deep within the lungs with minimal patient discomfort, potentially saving lives through early detection.
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Development Team to Transform White Plains Mall
Senior executives from the Cappelli Organization, RXR, and Korman Communities, along with local dignitaries, celebrated the topping out of AVE Hamilton Green—a $650-million project transforming the White Plains Mall into a mixed-use residential development. The project includes 860 rental units, affordable housing, and commercial spaces, set for completion in 2024-2025.
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Macan Deve Engineers Shine
Macan Deve Engineers has been featured in the prestigious Inc. 5000 list for 2024, celebrating America's fastest-growing private companies. Kudos to them and the 15 Westchester firms recognized this year!
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Clean Energy Jobs and Resource Fair This Fall
The Westchester County Office of Economic Development and Sustainable Westchester will host the Westchester Clean Energy Jobs and Resource Fair on November 19. Connect with employers about high-paying jobs, network with clean energy professionals, and explore industry training programs.
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