How are climate risks such as flooding, storm surge and extreme heat intersecting with economic vulnerability across Westchester County? New data from the New York Community Trust takes a closer look at the communities facing some of the greatest challenges and the organizations working to strengthen climate resilience, protect natural resources and prepare for a […]
The BCW joined a statewide coalition of businesses, trade associations and industry organizations is urging Governor Kathy Hochul to consider targeted revisions to the proposed One Fair Price Act (S.8623B/A.9349B), which recently passed both houses of the New York State Legislature. In a letter to the Governor, the coalition outlined concerns with the legislation as […]
MOUNT VERNON, NY (August 12, 2026) – In a milestone event for the City of Mount Vernon, BCW member Simone Development Companies & Stagg Group alongside officials from the State, County and City joined together yesterday to celebrate the “topping off” of QWest Towers, a new $158 million workforce housing development that is nearing completion […]
The Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC) has long championed the investments needed to modernize New York’s energy infrastructure. The Smart Path Connect marks another significant milestone in that effort, a transformative transmission project that will strengthen the state’s electric grid, unlock greater capacity and reliability, and deliver an estimated $438 million […]
The Westchester County Board of Legislators has approved a $156.8 million budget for BCW member SUNY Westchester Community College (WCC) for the 2026–2027 academic year, reaffirming the County’s commitment to expanding access to higher education, workforce development, and economic opportunity throughout the region. The approved budget includes $132.7 million in operating funding and $24.1 million […]
Milestone Anniversary Honors Legacy of Free Summer Camp That Has Changed the Lives of More Than 8,000 Westchester Children NORTH SALEM, N.Y. (July 30, 2026) – BCW member The Westchester Parks Foundation, joined by Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins, County officials, former camp directors, past and present staff, alumni, current campers, and longtime supporters, celebrated […]
Alfred F. Kelly Jr. to Help Guide Next Chapter of Mission-Driven Growth, Innovation and National Distinction July 1, 2026 NEW ROCHELLE & BRONXVILLE, N.Y. — BCW member Iona University is pleased to announce that Alfred F. Kelly Jr. ’80, ’81MBA, ’19H, retired executive chairman and chief executive officer of Visa, has been elected chair of the […]
Westchester’s NYS Assembly and Senate Delegation Secures Landmark Investment, recognizing ArtsWestchester’s role as a regional cultural leader and driver of the creative economy in the state. WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (July 23, 2026) As downtown White Plains undergoes a massive residential transformation, ArtsWestchester is preparing for its own major evolution backed by a $5 million New […]
In an important milestone in the economic renaissance of Yonkers, Senior Executive Mitchell Del Gais of Titan Real Estate Development LLC joined with Mayor Mike Spano and elected officials from the City of Yonkers, Westchester County and New York State on Tuesday to celebrate the groundbreaking for Park Square Yonkers, a new transformative mixed-use residential […]
VALHALLA, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — As BCW member Events To Remember + PR To Remember continues to grow and expand with a new New York City office coming this fall, the agency has rebranded itself to encompass all services and it has been officially renamed, Events to Remember 360 Marketing. Kicking […]
We Need Solar+Storage to Power NY Across Westchester County, the transition to clean energy is being driven by a broad coalition of businesses, municipalities, and clean energy leaders working together under one banner: the Business Council of Westchester’s Clean Energy Action Coalition (CEAC). With more than 130 members, CEAC has become one of the region’s […]
The excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup extended right here to Westchester County as thousands of fans gathered at Kensico Dam Plaza for New York State United’s World Cup Watch Experience, celebrating the championship match in a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. The Business Council of Westchester was proud to help support and promote this statewide […]