Peter Katz
Peter Katz is a reporter, writer, and copy and video editor for Westfair Communications. His career includes reporting, anchoring, editing, producing and management positions with ABC News and TV and radio stations in Boston, Los Angeles and other cities.
Second span of Gov. Mario M. Cuomo bridge to open after...
The initial delay was due to the old Tappan Zee Bridge appearing to shift after a joint had ripped.
Cuomo bridge opens Saturday, bus service to follow in October
On Oct. 29, Hudson Link bus service will begin with new routes connecting Rockland and the Metro-North Railroad stations in Tarrytown and White Plains.
Hot dog! A classic business comes to White Plains
Walter’s Hot Dogs, a long-time Westchester food institution, has cut the ribbon on its new location.
Union and BRI negotiate to avoid a possible strike
“The economy is doing well, and real estate is in good economic health," said SEIU official Lenore Friedlaender. "We have a lot of faith in the bargaining process that we can reach a fair agreement.”
Pace Women’s Justice Center opens new walk-in clinic
The 4,000-square-foot facility is on Pace’s North Broadway campus in White Plains in what had been the Student Life Center.
Small Business Week marked nationally and in Ossining
Westchester County Executive George Latimer kicked off National Small Business Week by visiting First Village Coffee in Ossining on April 30, the first of several outreach efforts planned by the county.
Cappelli breaks ground on New Rochelle project, plans more
Developer Louis Cappelli revealed that he would like to be involved in the redevelopment of the train station area in White Plains, having previously proposed a project for that part of the city.
Mount Vernon mayor charged with grand larceny; denies allegations
Thomas later denied the allegations when questioned by reporters, and said the amount involved is $12,000.
Con Edison’s John McAvoy rejects resignation calls, blames recovery delays on...
McAvoy admitted that the utility's robocall and internet information systems provided incorrect information to customers during and after the storms and said they were addressing the issues which had been exposed.
David Rockefeller Sr. dies in Pocantico Hills at 101
He was a grandson of John D. Rockefeller who founded Standard Oil Co. on which the Rockefeller family fortune was built.
Business diversity competition attracts 40,000 votes
Forty businesspeople who are deeply committed to the principles and practices of diversity will be honored at an event on April 4 at 1133 Westchester Ave. in White Plains.
Westfair Communications to honor family-owned businesses
For the fourth year, Westfair Communications Inc., publisher of the Westchester County Business Journal, Fairfield County Business Journal and WAG magazine, is recognizing outstanding family-owned businesses in both Westchester and Fairfield counties.