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It’s your county — the Golden Apple
From Yonkers to Yorktown, Peekskill to Pelham, learn about our thriving county and its history, culture, geography, and population trends. If you're new to the area or simply want to learn more about the county and local government, start here. Check out Westchester’s Office of Tourism and the county Parks page.
Westchester County is going and growing in all the right places
Westchester boasts many advantages as a business location. Firms interested in locating or expanding their operations here will benefit. The Office of Economic Development works hard to help county businesses find the resources and hands-on expertise necessary to promote economic investment.
Being a good consumer is all about awareness
Westchester wants to make sure that consumers in the county are aware of scams and important product alerts. Get tips on how to prevent becoming a victim of identity theft. Use our search tool to find licensed contractors, electricians, and plumbers. Save money at the pump by searching for the lowest gas and oil prices. Get practical tips on energy conservation, at home or in the office.
Find out about everything Westchester County has to offer you as an employee
Find current job openings and volunteer opportunities.Larn about the One Stop Employment Center. Access information on car pooling and public transportation so getting to work is easier than ever.
The county is always working to keep our environment healthy and clean
Set up a tour at the recycling facility, donate your old computers and cell phones, adopt a park or volunteer to help restore our aquatic attractions. You can even help preserve Westchester’s natural beauty by suggesting open space locations. Find out about Westchester’s Treasure Hunt program, where you can give and receive used but usable items. Get tips on vital topics such as running an environmentally friendly business.
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Avoid traffic and construction areas with traffic and road condition updates
Get the Bee-Line schedule and info on our Para-Transit services. Find out what the county is doing about noise from the airport. Frustrated with your commute? Check out the Smart Commute Program or find a bike trail.
Westchester County wants to help you and your family enjoy better health
We protect and promote the health of the public, as a whole, and individuals through various programs and services. Some are targeted at prevention; others are designed to help deal with illnesses, whether they be physical or mental health-related. Social services are available to individuals and families in need of assistance. Our goal is to help people become self-sufficient. Among other solutions, we have job-training and provide daycare subsidies.
Keeping Westchester's economic and housing diversity viable and dynamic
Useful information for tenants, landlords, homeowners, buyers, developers, seniors and people with disabilites to access assistance, guides and programs.
A variety of ways to protect yourself and your family from common dangers
Information to secure your home from break-ins, protect your childrenon the Internet or safeguard your identity. You will also find information on Indian Point, weather emergencies and links to various law enforcement agencies.
Over 18,000 acres of nature and fun...
Planning a family vacation, romantic weekend getaway, garden tour, outdoor adventure or an exploration of African-American heritage sites? Consider Westchester County. Groups return to Westchester again and again to enjoy our historic sites, museums, theaters and shopping. We have more than 18,000 acres with parks, golf courses, an amusement park, farms, camping areas, pools and beaches, nature preserves, and recreational and historic trails.
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