NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Oct. 13, 2025 – New Rochelle City Council Member Martha Lopez, the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle and State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez have unveiled a pilot program, “How Well Do You Know Me?,” designed to empower young adults to serve as ambassadors for inclusive change by fostering dialogue, empathy and understanding across diverse racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds in the City of New Rochelle.  The initiative responds to urgent social trends, an escalation in hate crimes and the rapid growth of racial and ethnic diversity among youths in Westchester County, all underscoring the need to nurture meaningful connections. Youths ages 17-24 who live, work or attend school in New […]

The Arc Westchester, the largest organization supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in Westchester County, will host its Annual Employer Recognition Breakfast and Awards Ceremony on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. The event, which runs from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM, will honor local businesses that have demonstrated outstanding support and dedication to employing individuals with developmental disabilities. The Employer Recognition Breakfast brings together business leaders, community members, and advocates to celebrate the partnerships between employers and The Arc Westchester. These partnerships have helped create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities, empowering them […]

Moderating The Local Summit’s expert healthcare panel gave me the feeling of caring for our community in a way which put my experience and abilities to the test. My thanks to the whole team at The Local Summit which had all oars in the boat. Read on for good information and insights from our experienced and highly qualified speakers, Michael J. Reichgott, MD, PhD, preofessor emeritus, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and Aran Ron, MD, MBA, president, Healthcare Strategies Consultants. (See article from The Patch Larchmont-Mamaroneck, NY):