Request your free COVID-19 at-home tests today

Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-?home COVID-?19 tests. The tests are completely free. Orders will usually ship in 7-12 days. There is a limit of one order per residential address. Order your tests now so you have them when you need t...

City of New Rochelle Achieves Maximum Municipal Equality Index Score

For the second year in a row, the City of New Rochelle has earned a score of 100 (103 raw score) on the Municipal Equality Index (MEI), the only nationwide rating system of LGBTQ inclusion in municipal law, policy, and services.

“Once again, this score aff...

Winter Clothing Drive for New Rochelle Teens

Winter-appropriate clothing is a basic necessity, yet for many children in Westchester, it is a luxury their families struggle to provide. Over 60,000 Westchester children live in low-income homes, with 36% of public school children qualifying for free or...

DPW begins work on Pedestrian Safety Action Plan

A number of signalized intersections throughout the City will receive pedestrian poles and signal heads with countdown timers, ADA compliant push buttons and curb ramps, and crosswalk markings.

Alternate Side Parking Restrictions Suspended for Winter Months

Alternate side parking regulations are suspended due to street operations during the winter months from January 1 to March 31, 2022.

A complete listing of streets is located in the City Code Article X Schedule 312-84.

Reminder: Parking regulations exist thr...

2022 DPW Collection Schedule Now Available Online

New Rochelle’s Department of Public Works annual schedule and information booklet is now available online at NewRochelleNY.com/DPW. The 2022 DPW booklet has been mailed citywide to all homes. The 2022 Information Booklet contains an easy-to-read flyer on ...

COVID-19 testing at County Center

Westchester County has partnered with partnered with Quadrant Bio Sciences to offer free PCR COVID-19 testing at the Westchester County Center starting Wednesday, December 29. This testing is appointment only – walk ins will not be accepted.  App...

2022 City Tax Bill is now available online

The 2022 City Tax Bill is now available online.  The Online Property Tax System makes it easy to view and pay your property taxes.

And, payment by e-check is free!

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COVID-19 At-Home Tests Available at Three Firehouses Dec. 24 from 2-6PM

NEW RO ALERT: December 24

Utility Moratorium Expires Soon- resources

As the expiration of the utility moratorium approaches, Westchester County’s Department of Social Services has prepared a list of resources for residents in need of relief. 

o   ConEd’s moratorium will end on January 2nd

o &nb...

Holiday Collection Schedule Reminder

This is the City of New Rochelle with a Public Works reminder that this week and next week will follow a holiday collection schedule. Garbage and recycling will be picked up in the North end on Wednesday and South end on Thursday. This week is commingled ...

Public Health Update

This message was sent Citywide on Friday, December 10 at 4:00 pm. 

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Travel advisory for Dec.11-13: Hutchinson River Parkway to close from exit 4A to exit 8

The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) is advising motorists that the Hutchinson River Parkway will be closed in both directions from Exit 4A (I-95 North/New Haven) in the Village of Pelham Manor to Exit 8 (Cross County Parkway/George Wa...

Free 2-Hour Holiday Parking for the Month of December

In continuation of an annual tradition and to promote holiday shopping in New Rochelle, the City is offering two hours of free holiday parking in certain municipal lots from December 1-31, from 9AM to 9PM. 

Off-street parking fees will be waived d...

City Update - December reminders and events!

This message was sent Citywide on Monday, November 29 at 5:00 pm. 

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New Rochelle Receives $12 Million Federal Grant through U.S. DOT’s RAISE Program

The City of New Rochelle was recently awarded a $12 million federal grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (U.S. DOT) RAISE (Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity) program for the LINC, an infrastructure improvem...

Youth Bureau Gives Back

On Monday, November 22, City Manager Charles B. Strome, III and New Rochelle Schools Superintendent Jonathan Raymond hosted a Thanksgiving Community Dinner in the House IV cafeteria at New Rochelle High School. This 4th annual event was served by City sta...

City of New Rochelle To Host Holiday Market at Its Historic Train Station

This holiday season, the City of New Rochelle continues its campaign to actively engage the community while providing local entrepreneurship opportunities for minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE). From Friday, December 3^rd through Sunday,...

FEMA Mobile Disaster Recovery Center to Open in New Rochelle

With the approaching Dec. 6 FEMA application deadline, the agency’s Mobile Disaster Recovery Centers will visit Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, Queens, Suffolk and Westchester counties from Monday, Nov. 22, to Saturday, Dec. 4, to help survivors of Hurr...

Thanksgiving Parade Traffic Advisory and Holiday Pickup Reminder

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This is the City of New Rochelle with an invitation and traffic advisory for the Thanksgiving Parade this Sat...

“Vaccine Referral Rewards" Program Offers Incentives for Encouraging COVID-19 Vaccination

The City of New Rochelle today announced the launch of the “Vaccine Referral Rewards” program. The program aims to incentivize residents to refer their family, friends, neighbors, coworkers and others in their personal network to get t...

2022 Proposed Budget Released

New Rochelle City Manager Charles Strome III today released his proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022.  In summary, the $261.6 million budget provides a balanced budget while maintaining service levels. This budget takes the steps necessary to adj...

FCWC Student Network Plants Tree at City Hall

The City of New Rochelle joined the Federated Conservationists of Westchester County (FCWC) Student Network, a group of motivated high school and college-aged environmental activists, for a ceremonial tree planting in front of City Hall on Friday, Novembe...

City Hall Fully Reopens November 1

New Rochelle City Hall will fully reopen to the public on Monday, November 1 with the following health and safety guidelines in place:

• Building admission is through the rear parking lot entrance only. The front door remains closed.
• Masks or face coverings m...

New Rochelle Police Department Adds New Harbor Unit Boat

The New Rochelle Police Department Harbor Unit has acquired a new 33-foot SAFE (Secure All-around Flotation Equipped) patrol boat, upgrading its capacity for marine operations on the Long Island Sound. This SAFE Boat will allow the Harbor Unit to patrol S...

NRFD Awards Ceremony

The New Rochelle Fire Department hosted their Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, October 20 in the Council Chambers in City Hall. The ceremony started off by remembering those who lost their lives in the line of duty, including Captain DiMaggio who passed in 2...

City Update - Heavy Rain Expected

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PINK Bake Sale

In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, each year a number of City employees team up for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Westchester Walk. The City Hall team hosted their annual pink bake sale earlier this week with proceeds g...

New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming 57th Annual Thanksgiving Parade

Mighty Mouse will soar through the streets of New Rochelle again as the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce together with the City of New Rochelle announces the return of the 57th Annual Thanksgiving Parade on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 10am. 

Th...

New Rochelle Police Department Annual Medal Day Ceremony

The New Rochelle Police Department held their Memorial & Awards Ceremony at 9:00 am on Wednesday, October 6 at the Greentree Country Club. City officials, law enforcement officials, and families gathered to pay tribute to NRPD officers who lost their ...

Fall Leaf Collection Begins

The Department of Public Works reminds property owners that Fall Leaf Collection begins on Tuesday, October 12 and concludes the end of December. All leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 75 lbs. for co...

City Update: Fall Events

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Families, groups invited to make "Scarecrows on the Sound"

Back by popular demand, New Rochelle Department of Parks and Recreation is proud to present the 2nd annual “Scarecrows on the Sound” on October 16th at Davenport Park from 10am-noon. New Rochelle families and small groups of up to 8 people are invited to ...

Queen City of the Sound International Jazz Festival Saturday, October 9

The City of New Rochelle continues its active community engagement campaign by hosting a second activation to energize residents and hear feedback relating to the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) currently underway. This Saturday, October 9^th, the...

New Rochelle Fire Department reminds residents to “Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety™”

The New Rochelle Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Pr...

“Summer in the City” Youth Bureau Fundraiser

The New Rochelle Youth Bureau invites you to their Fourth Annual Summer Employment Fundraiser, Summer in the City.  This fundraiser will be held at The VIP Country Club on Thursday, October 14, 2021, starting at 7:00pm.  Join the Youth B...

New Rochelle Community-Police Partnership Board Listening Tour

The New Rochelle Community-Police Partnership Board will begin a Listening Tour in the community this month. The tour serves as a platform for community members to provide their feedback on policing, the first event will be at Bethesda Baptist Ch...

Movie Night at Lincoln Park: Space Jam 2 and Q&A with Director Malcom Lee

The City of New Rochelle is going all in on community engagement with residents of the Lincoln Avenue community and beyond as the City, in partnership with the New Rochelle Industrial Development Agency (IDA), RFW Consultants and Team 914, host a series o...

Street Fair Returns to City Hall area Sunday September 19

Back this year! The New Rochelle Street Fair attracts thousands for a fun-filled day of live entertainment, crafts, food, rides, and more. The 8th annual event will be held on Sunday, September 19 from 11AM to 5PM at City Hall, 515 North Avenue, presented...

New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce Announces Upcoming 57th Annual Thanksgiving Parade

Mighty Mouse will soar through the streets of New Rochelle again as the New Rochelle Chamber of Commerce together with the City of New Rochelle announces the return of the 57th Annual Thanksgiving Parade on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 10am. 

Th...

Storm Recovery Update- Sept. 13

This New Ro Alert was sent Monday, September 13:

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This is the City of New Rochelle with storm recovery information for Monday, September 13...

FEMA Centers Open in Mamaroneck, Yonkers

Disaster Recovery Centers have been established in Mamaroneck and Yonkers to assist New Yorkers. Recovery specialists from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration are available to answer questions and to help people apply for assistance from 8 a.m...

Storm recovery update - Sept 10

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This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm recovery update for Friday, September 10. 

Please listen closely to the following information concerning ...

Storm recovery update - Sept. 9

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This is the City of New Rochelle with storm recovery information for Thursday, September 9. 

First, an update on trash and debris removal.  DP...

Storm recovery update - Sept 8

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This is the City of New Rochelle with storm recovery information for Wednesday, September 8.

Here’s what’s new for today:

Comprehensive resources and links can n...

Storm recovery update - Sept 7

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This is the City of New Rochelle with storm recovery information for Tuesday, September 7.

DPW will make multiple visits to impacted neigh...

FEMA Major Disaster Declared

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NYS Disaster and Flood Resouce Center

The NYS Department of Financial Services can help residents and businesses with banking, insurance and claim issues.

Storm Recovery and Fireworks reminder

This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm recovery and events update for Friday, September 3^rd.  

The City remains primarily focused on storm recovery efforts, which are ongoing.  However, we do want to remind residents that our annua...

Con Edison Distributes Dry Ice in Larchmont, Yonkers

CON EDISON DISTRIBUTES DRY ICE IN WESTCHESTER ON SEPTEMBER 3RD

Con Edison will distribute dry ice today at the following locations in Westchester County to customers who have lost power due to Tropical Storm Ida.

The company will also have a mobile informat...

Storm recovery update - Sept 2

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This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm recovery update. 

Last night&apos...

Storm Warning- Take precautions

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Robocall being sent 4pm on September 1 :

Good afternoon. This is the City of New Rochelle with a storm alert.  

 Heavy ra...

September is National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month, serving as a reminder that we all must take action to prepare, now and throughout the year, for the types of emergencies that could affect us where we live, work, and visit. This year’s theme is “Prepare to Protec...

Storm info from ConEd

CON EDISON PREPARING AS STORM SYSTEM HEADS TOWARD THE REGION

Company Urges Customers to Stay Safe and Report Outages

NEW YORK – Con Edison crews are prepared to respond to any outages as the remnants of Tropical Depression Ida approach the region...

End of Summer Announcements

In observance of Labor Day, City offices will be closed on Monday, September 6th. The Department of Parks and Recreation reminds residents that this is the last weekend to enjoy summer swimming. Hudson Park Beach will officially be closed after Labor Day....

Parks & Recreation September Events!

Get ready for September! The New Rochelle Department of Parks and Recreation is preparing a number of signature events throughout the entire month:

Friday, September 3: 

Spark the Sound Fireworks by Grucci

World-class fireworks will light up the sky...

CANCELLED: 1ST Annual “Unity Day” Set for Sunday, September 12

UPDATE: Unity day is cancelled due to storm impacts.

Original message: In remembrance of the 20th anniversary of 9/11, the Department of Parks & Recreation has collaborated with the Boys & Girls Club of New Rochelle, New Rochelle Police De...

Storm Warning- Take precautions

City Hall Offices Move to Appointment-Only Access on Monday, August 16

In the interest of health and safety with COVID cases rising in our area, New Rochelle City Hall offices will move to appointment-only access beginning Monday, August 16. Appointments can be made by contacting departments directly during regular ...

City of New Rochelle Creates Position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion

In an effort to help achieve strategic Diversity, Equity and Inclusion goals, City Manager Charles B. Strome III recommended the creation of the position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion. The position was adopted unanimously by City Council on July ...

NRPD Launches “NRPDHireMe” Recruitment Campaign

The New Rochelle Police Exam is being offered on September 18^th, and recruitment has taken a new twist. A new campaign, “NRPDHireMe”, inspires applicants to think about their motivation for taking the test.  

“It’s a new take on traditional recrui...

Help Reimagine Memorial Highway

What if you had the opportunity to reimagine Memorial Highway as a safe, community-friendly greenway connecting the Lincoln Avenue neighborhood with New Rochelle’s downtown where both youth and adults can walk, bike, and play? This new connectio...

NRPD Invites the Community to National Night Out at PD HQs

In celebration of National Night Out, the New Rochelle Police Department welcomes the community to their headquarters, 475 North Avenue, on Tuesday, August 3 from 5pm-8pm. The event will feature an evening of fun including equipment and K-9 demonstrations...

Lottery Open for 95 Affordable Apartments at 14 LeCount

Housing Action Council is accepting applications for studios, one- and two- bedroom residences through August 2

The developers of 14 LeCount Place are now accepting applications for 95 affordable residences at the 27-story mixed-use, luxury rental building...

NRPD Promotions Ceremony

The New Rochelle Police Department held a promotions ceremony on Thursday, July 22 at New Rochelle City Hall. Newly appointed Commissioner Robert Gazzola and Deputy Commissioner Cosmo Costa were joined by Mayor Noam Bramson, City Manager Chuck Strome, sta...

City Update - Vaccine Pop-up

This NewRoAlert was sent citywide on July 21. Subscribe now to receive phone/text/email messaging

This is the City of New Rochelle. 

COVID rates are once again rising here in New Rochelle and across our region as the highly-contagious delta variant...

Westchester County Health Department Issues Heat Advisory

With temperatures are expected to reach 95 degrees today and hover close to 100 degrees on Friday afternoon, the Westchester County Health Department is issuing a heat advisory. As humidity and temperatures rise, residents should avoid strenuous activity,...

Apply Now to take the New Rochelle Police Officer Exam

Interested in becoming a New Rochelle police officer? Apply to take the test! Applications are now being accepted for the Police Officer exam to be held on Saturday, September 18. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, August 12 at 4:00 PM.

Candidat...

Valet Parking Now Available in Library South Lot

To complement downtown shopping and dining this summer, the City of New Rochelle and LAZ Parking are excited to announce the launch of Valet Parking as an added amenity at the Library South Lot, located just off Main Street between Lawton Street and Memor...

Update from Parks and Recreation: Lincoln Pool Closed for the Season

Due to the current development construction timeline and conditions at the site of the former Remington Boys & Girls Club building at 116 Guion Place, along with extreme challenges involving access to the facility as well as public safety for city res...

Police Commissioner, Deputy Sworn In

Mayor Noam Bramson issued the oath of office today to incoming Police Commissioner Robert Gazzola and Deputy Commissioner Cosmo Costa. Commissioner Gazzola succeeds Joseph F. Schaller, who retired on June 30 and was on hand to deliver remarks along with C...

Walk-out ceremony: Police Commissioner Joesph F. Schaller

The New Rochelle Police Department held a Walk Out ceremony for retiring Commissioner Joseph F. Schaller on Tuesday, June 28.

“We were fortunate to have had such a dedicated professional as Joe Schaller in our police department for so many years,...

City of New Rochelle Announces Soft Launch of New Bike Share & E-Scooter System Operated by VeoRide

The City of New Rochelle and micro-mobility innovation company VeoRide (Veo) announced the soft launch of a new shared mobility system of e-scooters and bikes throughout New Rochelle’s neighborhoods, including its historic Downtown. Beginning Friday, June...

NRPD Community Youth Fishing Trips

The New Rochelle Police Department (P.A.C.T.) and the New Rochelle Police Foundation announce dates for their annual Community Youth Fishing Program for youth ages 10-15. The following trips are scheduled on Wednesdays: July 7, 21, 28, and August 4.&n...

Summer updates

This robocall was sent citywide Thursday, June 17 through New Ro Alert, the City's robocall, text and email notification system. 

This is the City of New Rochelle. 

With vaccination rates rising and with New York...

Travel Advisory: Right Lane Closure Expected along Hutchinson River Parkway in New Rochelle

NYDOT is advising Westchester County motorists that the right lane of the southbound Hutchinson River Parkway will be closed between Exit 15 and Exit 6, starting at 10 p.m. Friday, June 18 - Sunday, June 20 at 4 a.m., weather permitting.

Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital Provides Touchless Sunscreen Dispensers at City Parks & Playgrounds

To kick off a fun and healthier summer, Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital has teamed up with the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation to offer free SPF 30 sunscreen through contactless dispensers in parks throughout the city. To introduce the initiati...

Community-Police Partnership Board Nominations Proposed to City Council

In March, the New Rochelle City Council adopted a Policing Reform and Collaborative Plan, intended to enhance the quality, transparency and fairness of law enforcement practices in New Rochelle, while also providing our Police Department with the support ...

New Inductees for New Rochelle Walk of Fame

Two new members were inducted into New Rochelle’s “Walk of Fame” in a ceremony at Ruby Dee Park at Library Green on Friday, June 11: baseball great Mariano Rivera and former NFL player Fritz Pollard. City officials were joine...

New Rochelle Celebrates Juneteenth!

Now that Juneteenth is a New York State holiday, celebrations of the historic African American holiday are being planned all over Westchester. New Rochelle is no exception. Juneteenth – Passion and Perseverance, a community celebration, takes place on Sat...

Walk of Fame to Induct Two New Members

Two new members will be inducted into the “Walk of Fame” at Library Green on Friday, June 11 at 11AM: baseball great Mariano Rivera and former NFL player Fritz Pollard. The public is invited to join City officials and the friends and family members of the...

NRPD welcomes eight Police Academy graduates

Earlier this week, Commissioner Joseph Schaller, Deputy Commissioner Robert Gazzola and the New Rochelle Police Department staff welcomed the newest Westchester Police Academy graduates: Christopher M. Buonanno, Jared M. Gramble, Zaquawn T. Griset, Annett...

NYS Launches Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Robocall send Citywide May 28:

If you are behind on your rent or have experienced financial hardship during the COVID pandemic, then you may qualify for New York State’s new Emergency Rental Assistance Program.  Households earning up to ...

Children’s Fishing Derby set for June 12

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will hold their Annual Children’s Fishing Derby event at The Twin Lakes of Huguenot Parks (in front of New Rochelle High School) on Saturday June 12^th 2021 from 9am-11:30am. The free event is geared towards stud...

Memorial Day Weekend Update from New Rochelle Parks

With the Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial start to summer recreation, New Rochelle Parks will be open to residents with safety guidelines in place.

Hudson Park Beach will be open weekends beginning Saturday May 29-31 and continue until June 28. Admis...

Memorial Day Ceremonies

The City of New Rochelle Veterans Advisory Committee will hold a series of ceremonies on Monday, May 31 honoring the brave members of the military who gave their lives in service to our country. All welcome.

10AM, Memorial Plaza:  Captain John G. ...

Signature Events Return in September

After a one-year hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, two signature events will return to the City of New Rochelle in September: The Spark the Sound Fireworks are scheduled for Labor Day weekend on Friday evening, September 3rd; and the New Ro...

Emergency Broadband Benefit helps families to afford internet service

The Emergency Broadband Benefit is an FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classroo...

City of New Rochelle Adopts Resolution Declaring Climate Emergency

In recognition of the negative effects of climate change locally and globally, and to establish climate resilience in solidarity with the recommendations and steps taken by numerous organizations and governments over the past decades, the New Rochelle Cit...

National Public Works Week May 16-22

“Stronger Together” is the theme of this year’s National Public Works Week, celebrating the value of public works professionals nationally and locally in the City of New Rochelle. 

“Our staff in the Department of Public Works provides essential se...

Commissioner Joseph Schaller to retire; Deputy Commissioner Robert Gazzola to become Commissioner

City Manager Charles B. Strome announced today the retirement of Police Commissioner Joseph F. Schaller, effective June 30, 2021; and the appointment of Deputy Commissioner Robert Gazzola to Commissioner on July 1.

“We were fortunate to have had ...

New Rochelle Parks Clean-up Weekend Recap

Volunteer New York! and the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation department teamed up once again for Earth Day to host their annual Volunteer New Rochelle! Day of Service Clean-up on Saturday, April 24 and Sunday, April 25. This year, the pr...

Free, on-demand electric shuttle CircuitNR expands service area

A larger footprint of New Rochelle is now joining ‘the circuit’ as the City of New Rochelle announced today that its free, on-demand electric shuttle service Circuit NR will double its service area to make it even more accessible for residents and visitor...

New Rochelle Police Department Recognizes National Police Week

Statements from the New Rochelle Police Department on National Police Week and Peace Officers Memorial Day. While annual events and ceremonies nationally and locally are postponed until October, NRPD will be highlighting the various divisions and units on...

NRFD Unveils Memorial at Station 1 Honoring the Late Captain DiMaggio

The New Rochelle Fire Department today marked the one-year anniversary of the passing of Captain Andrew DiMaggio with the unveiling of a memorial at Fire Station 1 and the dedication of Rescue 4 in his memory. Captain DiMaggio passed from COVID in 2020.

Fi...

New Rochelle Celebrates Arbor Day With Tree Planting

The City of New Rochelle observed Arbor Day on Friday, April 30 by planting a white oak tree at Ward Acres Park, joined by volunteer members of the Ward Acres Conservancy and first grade students from Ward Elementary School. New Rochelle has been a Tree C...

NRPD: Community-Contact Program

If a police officer has introduced himself or herself to you recently, there’s a reason.  It’s called “Community Contact,” a program that encourages all officers to proactively interact with residents and business owners. This personal connection...

City of New Rochelle Breaks Ground on First DRI Project at Heritage Park

Heritage Homes Developer MacQuesten Development, in partnership with the City of New Rochelle, broke ground on the $1.1 million Heritage Park, the new playground and park coming to the Lincoln Avenue area. As part of the adjacent 288-unit affordable housi...

Kite Day is back!

Kite Day returns! New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will hold their 8th Annual Kite Day event at Davenport Park on Saturday May 8th 2021 from 11am-2pm. All ages are welcomed.

There will be a limited supply of kits on site, but guests are encouraged to brin...

City Hall Reopens to the Public on Monday, May 3

New Rochelle City Hall will reopen to the public on Monday, May 3 with the following health and safety guidelines in place:

•    Building admission is through the rear parking lot entrance only. The front door remains cl...

City of New Rochelle Advances Environmental Sustainability with Adoption of NYStretch Energy Code

The New Rochelle City Council unanimously adopted the NYStretch Energy Code - 2020 (NYStretch) at their April 20 meeting. The code seeks to foster future development in a manner that protects public health, and meets energy and climate goals. 

NYS...

Apply Now for Community-Police Partnership Board

In March, the New Rochelle City Council adopted a Policing Reform and Collaborative Plan, intended to enhance the quality, transparency and fairness of law enforcement practices in New Rochelle, while also providing our Police Department with the support ...

New Rochelle Earth Day Virtual Forum April 22

This Earth Day, join elected officials and community and environmental leaders for a Virtual Forum to be held Thursday, April 22 from 7:30-9PM. Learn how you can save money and save the planet by going green! The event is organized by the City of New Roch...

Never Miss Your Waste Collection Day Again!

New Rochelle has joined other Westchester municipalities in bringing collection information and schedules to the next digital level through a new downloadable app and interactive website.

The mobile app, Recycle Right Westchester, can be downloaded for bot...

Department of Parks & Recreation Announces Summer Programming in Neighborhood Parks

This summer, New Rochelle children will have the opportunity to have “Fun in the Sun” for every week of the 2021 summer months. The “Fun in the Sun” signature program, presented by the Department of Parks and Recreation, will offer programming from July 1...

Joint Campaigns Launched for Earth Month

The City of New Rochelle is launching its Earth Month Community Energy Campaign to promote two renewable energy and energy efficiency programs: Community Solar and GridRewards. Residents -both renters and homeowners- and eligible organizations and busines...

Vaccine Eligibility Expands to Age 16+; NYS Launches "Roll Up Your Sleeve" Campaign

Applications Now Available for Youth Summer Employment Programs

New Rochelle youth are encouraged to apply for summer positions through the following New Rochelle Youth Bureau’s Summer Employment Programs: The deadline to apply is May 21.

Network Youth Leadership Program

This program attempts to provide youth (contingen...

Yard Waste Collection Begins April 5

The Department of Public Works, Bureau of Streets and Highways will begin Yard Waste Collection on Monday, April 5, 2021. Residents are reminded that in order to be collected, yard waste must be placed at the curb by 7 a.m. (6am during summer months) on t...

New Rochelle Launches New Public Art Competition to Help Celebrate & Beautify City Streetscapes

The City of New Rochelle is offering artists a brush with history with the announcement today of a new public arts competition to reimagine and beautify its streetscape and continue building a vibrant arts community.  New Rochelle is launching tw...

Vaccine Eligibility Expanded

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo has announced a new expansion of COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in New York. Beginning Tuesday, March 30 at 8 a.m., all New Yorkers 30 years of age and older will be eligible to receive the vaccine. Beginning April 6, universal elig...

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation Partners with Volunteer New York! for Parks Clean-Up Weekend

Volunteer New York! and the City of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation department will team up on Saturday, April 24 and Sunday, April 25 for a weekend of service meant to create impact throughout the entire expanse New Rochelle, with several dozen park be...

Police Reform Plan Adopted

Eggstravaganza is back!

The annual New Rochelle Parks & Recreation Eggstravaganza is back and will be held on Saturday, March 27 at three different parks: Five Islands Park, Hudson Park & Davenport Park. New Rochelle children (toddlers - second graders) can enjoy a day f...

COVID-19 Reflections- Community Video

1 Year Coronavirus Memorial- Wednesday, March 3, 2021

Tomorrow, March 3, marks the one-year anniversary of the first case of coronavirus in our region.

To observe this occasion, Westchester County is calling on all residents to observe a moment of silence tomorrow at exactly noon.

In addition, tomorrow at 7:00...

Winter Storm Warning - February 17

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Good afternoon. This is the City of New Rochelle with winter storm information.  

 A major winter storm is predicted for our area, with s...

NRBID Invites Everyone to “Find Your Heart in New Rochelle Downtown” This February

 New Rochelle Downtown Business Improvement District (NRBID), presents “Find Your Heart in New Rochelle Downtown”, a program encouraging visitors stroll the streets and see the beauty in the Downtown area. Starting today, Monday, Februar...

City of New Rochelle Launches Website for New Virtual Reality Driven Platform NRVR

The City of New Rochelle announced today the launch of NRVR.com, the website for its new virtual reality-driven platform to inspire citizen engagement and local input in the planning and development process throughout New Rochelle. The use of virtual real...

City of New Rochelle Invites Submission of Images for COVID One-Year Reflection

March will mark one year that the coronavirus pandemic has impacted our City. Over the past eleven months, members of our community have suffered terrible losses. In addition, we have collectively faced challenges that have redefined work, home, school, f...

City Update - February 3

This NewRoAlert was sent citywide on February 3. Subscribe now to receive phone/text/email messaging

Good morning.  This is the City of New Rochelle with a very brief update.As we recover and dig out from this week’s storm, please know that free p...

Storm Update- February 1

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This is the City of New Rochelle with updated information on today’s winter storm. 

First, DPW has determined that conditions make garbag...

Winter Storm Warning- Jan. 31

NewRoAlert message sent Citywide Jan. 31. Subscribe now for phone/text/email updates.

Good afternoon. This is the City of New Rochelle with winter storm information.  

 A major winter storm is predicted for our area, with...

Moody’s Confirms New Rochelle Bond Rating as Aa2

Moody’s Investors Services confirmed the City of New Rochelle’s bond rating at Aa2, insuring that the City can continue to take advantage of historically low financing rates for capital improvement projects at substantial savings to taxpayers. New Rochell...

City Update- January 28

This NewRoAlert was sent citywide on January 28. To sign up to receive calls/texts/emails, visit www.newrochelleny.com/newroalert

This is the City of New Rochelle with a public health update. 

Yesterday, New York State lifted the yellow zo...

Applications Now Available for First Annual Little Hoopers Basketball Clinic

To kick off the winter season, the Department of New Rochelle Parks and Recreation is proud to present a new opportunity for New Rochelle youth: Little Hoopers Basketball Clinic.

The Little Hoopers Basketball Clinic offers a developmental and instructional...

NYS Opens Portal for 1B Vaccine Distribution

This message was sent January 11 through the NewRoAlert messaging system. Sign up today to receive notifications by phone, email and/or text.

Effective today, New York State has authorized the COVID vaccine for all educators and first responders, ...

Children’s Fishing Derby set for June

New Rochelle Parks and Recreation will hold their Annual Children’s Fishing Derby event at The Twin Lakes of Huguenot Parks (in front of New Rochelle High School) on Saturday June 12^th 2021 from 9am-11:30am. The free event is geared towards students in gr...

The New Rochelle Police Officer Exam Coming Soon

The New Rochelle Police Officer exam will be held on September 18th. Additional application information and deadlines will be coming soon. 

Job opportunities are posted to the City's website, subscribe today!

Apply Now to take the New Rochelle Police Officer Exam

Interested in becoming a New Rochelle police officer? Apply to take the test! Applications are now being accepted for the Police Officer exam to be held on Saturday, September 18. Applications will be accepted until Thursday, August 12 at 4:00 PM.

Candidat...

Lottery Open for 95 Affordable Apartments at 14 LeCount

Housing Action Council is accepting applications for studios, one- and two- bedroom residences through August 2

The developers of 14 LeCount Place are now accepting applications for 95 affordable residences at the 27-story mixed-use, luxury rental building...

July is Vehicle Theft Prevention Month

The month of July marks National Vehicle Theft Prevention Month in the United States.  The New Rochelle Police Department joins the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators (IAATI) and corporate partners located throughout the world ...

Youth Council Applications Now Available!

The New Rochelle Youth Bureau is now accepting applications for its Youth Council. The Youth Council offers students in grades 8 - 11 the opportunity to be a part of a selected group of individuals who are concerned with youth-related issues within the co...

New Rochelle Youth Bureau to host City Hall-oween!

The Youth Council of the New Rochelle Youth Bureau, with the support of the New Rochelle Youth Court, and My Brother’s Keeper New Rochelle will host City Hall-oween on Saturday, October 23rd at 12pm – 3pm. City Hall’s parking...

New Rochelle Youth Bureau to host City Hall-oween!

The Youth Council of the New Rochelle Youth Bureau, with the support of the New Rochelle Youth Court, and My Brother’s Keeper New Rochelle will host City Hall-oween on Saturday, October 23rd at 12pm – 3pm. City Hall’s parking lot (off of North Ave) will t...

Updated COVID information from Westchester County

From Westchester County:

COVID PCR TESTING SITE OPENING AT SUNY PURCHASE JANUARY 7

Testing will occur at The Performing Art Center at: 735 Anderson Hill Rd, Purchase, NY 10577

Hours of Operation 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Sign ups for tests are currently av...