Glad I got to be at County Legislator Emiljana Ulaj’s fundraiser this past weekend. Great turnout and a lot of people ready to roll up their sleeves for her re-election.

It was a special weekend with the Greater Centennial A.M.E. Zion Church family! I was honored to receive the 2026 Rev. Belvie H. Jackson Community Service Award during the Haneef Nelson Men's Weekend celebration.

The Dobbs Ferry Fire Department has a long tradition of showing up for its community, and this weekend was a chance to recognize the people behind that commitment.

Long before there was a Westchester County, Indigenous peoples called this land home. On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize their history, cultures and the many contributions they have made to our communities and our country.

Happy Columbus Day, Westchester 🇮🇹 Today, we recognize Christopher Columbus and reflect on his place in history. We also celebrate the generations of Italian Americans who have made Westchester their home and contributed to the communities we know today.

Taking the oath of citizenship is a moment these new Americans and their families will remember for the rest of their lives. I joined County Clerk Thomas Roach as more than 50 people officially became United States citizens.

I was honored to join Senator Pete Harckham, Assemblymember Matt Slater, Purple Heart Recipient Eugene Lang and members of the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 21 for the dedication of a portion of Route 35 as the Westchester County Purple Heart Highway.

This morning was all about listening. I joined local nonprofit leaders at Sam’s of Gedney Way in White Plains for a conversation about the 2026 budget and the priorities they are seeing in the communities they serve every day.

For 71 years, the Westchester Section of the National Council of Negro Women has been bringing women together around service and leadership.

Always amazing to see young people being given the space to learn and use their voices. I enjoyed joining Sister to Sister International for their Day of Action, Education & Recognition at New Rochelle High School.

I was glad to join Yonkers Firefighters Local 628 for their 85th Annual Dinner Dance at the Westchester Children’s Museum. It was a great night catching up with so many familiar faces and spending time with the men and women who serve the Yonkers community every day.

So many families across Westchester know firsthand the impact Alzheimer’s can have on a loved one. I joined the Alzheimer’s Association at SUNY Westchester Community College for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

A great night in New Rochelle with the New York Hispanic American Law Enforcement Organization. Their Gala of Heroes brought together law enforcement and public safety professionals to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and recognize some truly dedicated people.

I had a great time this past weekend at the Mount Pleasant Political Party of the Year, joined by special guest NYS Attorney General Letitia James in support of Democrats for Mount Pleasant.

Always a pleasure spending time with the men and women of the Armonk Fire Department. Their annual Inspection and Dinner gave us a chance to come together and recognize the people who dedicate so much of their time to protecting their neighbors.

It was special to be included in Westchester Magazine’s 25 Influential Leaders reflecting on what makes our County such a great place to live. For me, it has always been about the people.

25 Influential Leaders Share What They Love About Westchester

Twenty-five years ago when Westchester Magazine debuted, the mission was to call attention to the people, places, and ideas that make where we live amazing. We decided to ask 25 influential county res...

westchestermagazine.com

Westchester has always been proud to stand with our veterans, service members, first responders and their families.

Proud to have spent the past two days in Tarrytown at the New York State Democratic Committee's biennial reorganization meeting, the last gathering before early voting kicks off October 24th.

Happy Italian American Heritage Month! 🇮🇹

The final day of White Plains JazzFest may have moved indoors, but the music didn’t miss a beat! I enjoyed spending some time with everyone who came out to close another great JazzFest.

Some sacrifices can never be fully repaid. This week, I joined veterans, military families and members of our community for Westchester County’s Annual Gold Star Mothers and Families Tribute Ceremony at Kensico Dam Plaza.

I had the pleasure of attending a fundraiser for my friend Assemblymember Shimsky earlier this week. Maryjane has spent her time in the NYS Assembly fighting tirelessly for our residents. I am proud to stand with her and support the important work she continues to do on our behalf in Albany.

Here’s something new you can add to the recycling bin! I joined our Department of Environmental Facilities and partners from Nespresso and the Glass Packaging Institute to announce a new recycling initiative.

A great weekend in Mount Kisco for SeptemberFest! I enjoyed walking around downtown and checking out some of the incredible vendors.

A great Saturday in Chappaqua for New Castle Community Day! Plenty of familiar faces and families were out enjoying the day, and I had a great time walking around and catching up with everyone alongside Governor Kathy Hochul.

Flu season is right around the corner, so I made sure to get my flu and COVID 19 vaccines at Stop & Shop in New Rochelle.

Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to recognize the generations of Hispanic and Latino residents whose hard work, talent and dedication continue to strengthen Westchester County.

National Voter Registration Day is here! If you have recently moved, changed your name, become eligible to vote or simply have not checked your registration in a while, today is a great reminder to make sure everything is up to date.

Always a good time when the community comes together at the Slater Center! I had a great time stopping by the Thomas H. Slater Center Community Day in White Plains and seeing so many familiar faces.

This evening, Jewish families across Westchester County and around the world will gather to celebrate Rosh Hashanah and welcome the Jewish New Year. It is a time to come together with family and friends, reflect on the year that has passed and look ahead for the year to come.