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February 10, 2026

Board Honors Richard Wishnie for 50 Years of Public Service

On Monday night, legislators unanimously confirmed Joan McDonald’s appointment as Westchester Deputy County Executive and honored her predecessor, Richard Wishnie, who retired in January after more than 50 years of exceptional service to the people of Westchester County.

Board Celebrates African American Heritage Month

The Westchester County Board of Legislators celebrated African American Heritage Month on Monday night with a ceremony honoring two exceptional individuals: Wade Hardy, Public Safety Commissioner for the City of White Plains, and Lieutenant Khalia M. Carter, Commanding Officer of the Community Policing Unit in the City of Peekskill.

Board Honors 2026 Regeneron Scholars

On Thursday evening, Legislators celebrated 22 Westchester County high school students who were named 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search (STS) Scholars, including two finalists, selected from a national pool of 2,600 applicants.

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