Tompkins Financial Corporation (Tompkins) has announced the election of a new board chair and two first-time members to its board of directors. Daniel Fessenden, who has served on the boards of Tompkins Financial Corporation, Tompkins Community Bank and our Central New York market based board, has been elected chair of the Tompkins Financial Corporation board. Heidi Davidson, who currently serves on our Hudson Valley market-based board, and Helen Eaton, who currently serves on our Pennsylvania market-based board, have been elected to the board for the first time. Fessenden brings extensive experience in government and public service, in addition to his […]

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. (May 15, 2025) ArtsWestchester will launch a crowdfunding campaign on May 15 in response to $285,000 in federal grant terminations affecting several of the organization’s initiatives.The recent termination of three National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants is part of the federal government’s effort to redirect spending to priorities favored by President Donald Trump. The canceled NEA grants are in addition to previously terminated grants by the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services.“We are deeply disappointed by these decisions, which impair our ability to deliver important cultural events and related educational programs to the residents of […]

The Westchester Children’s Association (WCA) invites community members, colleagues, and supporters to a heartfelt celebration honoring Allison Lake, WCA’s longtime Executive Director, on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30PM at Harrison Meadows Country Club at 123 North Street in Harrison, NY. After over 25 years of exceptional leadership, Allison Lake will step down this summer, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of advocacy, impact, and service to Westchester’s children and families. The event that will celebrate Allison Lake’s impact will also inspire a look towards Westchester Children’s Association, which now more than ever plays a key role in […]