Fall-O-Ween 2025

Kids of all ages gathered to celebrate Fall-o-ween at Five Islands Park Friday, October 17th. Donut stations, pumpkin painting and bags full of candy made for a frightfully good time!

Howl'Oween 2025

Canines and their costumed humans showed off their spook-tacular style Saturday at the 2nd Annual Howl'oween Parade and Costume contest at Ward Acres Dog Park. Thanks to all of the 'paw-ticipants' for making it a tail-wagging good time!

Halfway to Earth Day Fall Festival

New Rochelle residents enjoyed a fun-filled afternoon celebrating sustainability and the arrival of fall season at Ward Acres Park at the second annual Halfway to Earth Day Fall Festival. Visitors learned more about the City's Food Scrap Program, local and regional sustainability organizations, and enjoyed fun, fall-themed activities like  lawn games and pumpkin decorating.

Happy Hikers

Free local hikes start tomorrow, 10/25!
Join our Happy Hikers community for fun and organized hikes with an experienced guide from L.L.Bean. All levels of hiking experience welcome!

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Upcoming Hikes:

• Saturday, October 25 at 12 PM: Leatherstocking Trail
• Saturday, November 29 at 11 AM: Ward Acres Trail
• Saturday, November 29 at 12:30 PM: Ward Acres Trail
• In 2026: Nature Study Woods Trail 

Early Voting Dates & Times for General Election, Tuesday, 11/4

• Saturday, October 25, 2025: 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

• Sunday, October 26, 2025: 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

• Monday, October 27, 2025: 8 A.M. - 4 P.M.

• Tuesday, October 28, 2025: 12 P.M. - 8 P.M.

• Wednesday, October 29, 2025: 8 A.M. - 4 P.M.

• Thursday, October 30, 2025: 12 P.M. - 8 P.M.

• Friday, October 31, 2025: 8 A.M. - 4 P.M.

• Saturday, November 1, 2025: 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

• Sunday, November 2, 2025: 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.

New Rochelle Early Voting Centers:

• New Rochelle City Hall Annex, 90 Beaufort Place, New Rochelle, NY 10801

• New Rochelle United Methodist Church, 1200 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10804

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Coffee with the Mayor 

Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert invites you to join her for coffee and conversation. These monthly gatherings held around the city allow residents to connect with the Mayor over coffee, share their thoughts, concerns, and ideas, and ask questions about City issues.

Upcoming coffees are:
Saturday, November 15th @10 AM at Cafe Haven at The Stella, 10 LeCount Pl.
Sunday, December 7th @11:30 AM at 16 Handles, 77 Quaker Ridge Rd.

Need a Helping Hand?

Visit our local resources page to find useful information available in and for the New Rochelle community.

Local Resources Page

Need Assistance for Housing Disputes and Evictions?

Residents facing eviction, having trouble paying their rent, in a rent dispute with a landlord, facing a loss of essential services like heat and hot water, or are facing other problems, can reach out to the Westchester County OHC to be connected to legal representation, counseling, financial assistance and other programs, provided through one of nine service providers that the County has contracted with.

Eviction Prevention

Westchester Power 

Westchester Power (Community Choice Aggregation, CCA) is a community-based bulk energy purchasing program designed to control costs and increase the use of renewable energy in Westchester County. New rates begin December 1, 2025. Letters will be mailed to homes in October. While the opt-out period is noted as October 17th, 2025 - November 16th, 2025, you can opt in, out, or switch supply at any time without penalties or fees, with freedom to select either 100% Renewable or 50% Renewable supply as you wish. For more information about the program visit sustainablewestchester.org/wp/conedterritory/.

Down Payment Assistance Program

If you are a first-time home buyer seeking to purchase a home within the City of New Rochelle, you may be eligible for the City’s new First-Time Home Buyer’s Down Payment Assistance Program.

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Apply Now for Youth Council

The New Rochelle Youth Bureau's Youth Council offers young people in grades 8-12 the opportunity to be a part of a selected group of individuals who are concerned with youth related issues within the community. Our Youth Council sponsors community service projects and interacts with other youth organizations throughout Westchester. Applications are available online.

For more information, contact the Youth Bureau at 914-654-2045 or visit www.newrochelleny.com/youth.

Keep Sidewalks Clear and Safe

Maintaining the curb and sidewalk in front of your property isn’t just a common courtesy: it’s your responsibility. According to Sections 281-3 and 281-4 of the Code of the City of New Rochelle, property owners are responsible for keeping curbs and sidewalks abutting their property clean and free of litter and dirt, ice and snow, and animal feces.

Lawn Sign Ordinance

As Election Day draws near, residents are reminded that City Code Section 270-7 prohibits placing signs on public property —including medians, sidewalks, and utility poles. Signs are only allowed on private property with the owner’s permission. Help keep our community clean and safe!

The 2025 Fall Leaf Collection Has Begun

All leaves must be placed in biodegradable paper bags or open containers weighing no more than 75 lbs. for collection.

REMEMBER- Do not place leaves in plastic bags or pile them loosely at the curb. Leaves placed in plastic bags or piled loosely at the curb will not be picked up and may result in fines for the property owner. Loose leaves also can lead to clogged storm drains and potential flooding issues.

Yard waste (grass clippings, twigs, sticks and other yard generated debris) collection concluded today, October 24th.

Please- DO NOT mix yard waste with leaves. Leaf blowers are only allowed to be used weekdays between 8 AM and 5 PM and on weekends from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Check Your Heating System

As colder weather approaches, the City of New Rochelle encourages all residents and landlords to inspect and service their heating systems to ensure they are safe, efficient, and ready for winter.

Don’t wait until the first freeze—act now to keep your home safe and warm all winter long.

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Work Here!

Job postings and examinations for the City, City School District and New Rochelle Public Library are posted to the City website.

View job opportunities and test dates

Bid Opportunities

Learn about current bid and contract opportunities available by subscribing to be notified when new bids are added.

Featured Bid Opportunity:
Holiday Market Manager

Key responsibilities include managing social media and marketing efforts to promote the market, as well as overseeing vendor relations and logistics both before and during the event.