News across Westchester County

10 Things That Separate People Who Successfully Get Into Fintech From Those Who Do Not
Image by rawpixel.com on Magnific Fintech is one of the most attractive career destinations for people coming from both finance and technology backgrounds, and one of the most competitive. The combination of strong compensation, interesting problems, rapid growth, and the sense…

Yonkers College Fair-October 15
Get ready for the Yonkers College Fair! Join us on October 15 from 5 PM – 8 PM at Yonkers Middle High School to explore opportunities. Meet college representatives� Explore colleges and programs� Ask questions � Receive one-on-one support completing your FAFSA application Select…

The Eye Skill Most People Have Never Heard Of
Most of us think of vision in simple terms. Either you can see clearly, or you need glasses. But there is a second, less talked about layer to how our eyes work, and it has nothing to do with clarity. It has to do with coordination, the ability of both eyes to work together…

Attorney General James and Governor Hochul Announce Lawsuit Against Polymarket for Running Illegal Gambling Operation
On Sept. 24, New York Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul announced a lawsuit against QCX LLC d/b/a Polymarket US (Polymarket) announced a lawsuit against QCX LLC d/b/a Polymarket US (Polymarket) for running an illegal gambling operation in New York through…

Crypto Payments Hit a Regulatory Wall Before Mass Adoption
Image by magnific Crypto payments have solved several technical problems that once limited everyday use. Transfers can operate around the clock, stablecoins can move value across borders within minutes, and wallets can be integrated into mobile services without relying on a…

New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities’ Institute for Basic Research identifies cause of rare childhood-onset genetic disorder in adult patient
Case report details process to identify long-unknown cause of patient’s severe intellectual disability with microcephaly The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) today announced the publication of a case report from OPWDD’s Institute for Basic…

What FCRA-Compliant Background Check Reports Must Include
The Fair Credit Reporting Act governs far more than just the process employers follow when using background checks. It also imposes specific obligations on the content, accuracy, and structure of the reports themselves, along with requirements for how consumer reporting agencies…

Family Service Society of Yonkers Hiring After School Instructors
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) affiliate Family Service Society of Yonkers is hiring After School Instructors for immediate openings in Yonkers. Send your resume to Lareizaga@fssy.org

What Happens During a Professional House-Lifting Project?
Raising a house off its foundation sounds like something out of a movie, but it’s a real and fairly common construction practice used to solve serious structural, flooding, and foundation problems. Whether a homeowner is dealing with chronic flood damage, sinking piers, or the…

Senator Mark Kelly Comes to Yorktown to Campaign for Cait Conley in NY-17
So excited to have Captain Mark Kelly out on the trail in Yorktown this Sunday, September 27th at noon. Join us! https://www.mobilize.us/nydems2026/event/1036328

What Families Should Know Before Starting an Immigration Case
Image by Magnific.com For many families, starting an immigration case is about something deeply personal: staying together, building stability, or creating a future in the same place. Numbers from Illinois reflect how important these cases are to communities across the state. In…

Westchester County Parks to Host Puppy Yoga Oct. 3 Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale
From SPCA of Westchester: There are just a few spots remaining for our October 3rd Puppy Yoga event at Ridge Road Park in Hartsdale, sponsored by our awesome friends at Westchester County Parks! If you want to get your zen on and enjoy lots of puppy snuggles, please see the link…