Health

Mission Statement

To promote culturally-competent services to all the individuals in the community of West New York by using the highest standards and evidence for disease control, health promotion and disease prevention.

Vital Statistics Payment by Money-Order Only

Marriage License Application: $28.00
Certified Copies of Documents: $10.00

  • Marriage Certificate
  • Death Certificate
  • Birth Certificate

Dog Licenses Payment by Money-Order Only

  • Spayed: $8.00
  • Non-Spayed: $11.00
  • Neutered: $8.00
  • Non-Neutered: $11.00

Additional Contact Numbers

  • NO HEAT/HOT WATER: 201.295.5070
    (After 5pm, Sat/Sun & Holidays Call Police)
  • WNY Police Department: 201.295.5000
  • Domestic Violence Hotline: 201.333.5700
  • HIV Testing: 888.494.4901
  • Meals on Wheels: 201.547.6808
  • Poison Control: 800.222.1222
  • Psychiatric/Crisis Hotline: 201.854.6300
  • Healthcare.gov: 800.318.2596

Hudson County Contact Numbers

  • Housing Authority: 201.868.6100
  • Adult Protective Services: 201.295.5160
  • Animal Control: 201.295.5070
  • Hudson Regional Fire & Rescue: 201.601.3542

EMERGENCY – 911

Additional information in the West New York Health Department Pamphlet

Recreation Calendar – January 2026

For all Recreation activities, please register at wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit out office at 428 60th St Room 7 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Recreation Weekly Calendar – April 2025

For all Recreation activities, please register at wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit out office at 428 60th St Room 7 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Recreation Weekly Calendar – March 2025

For all Recreation activities, please register at wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit out office at 428 60th St Room 7 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Understanding Your Rights as a Tenant Seminar

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with the Department of Rent Control invite you to this event to understand the practical aspects of renting.

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

5:30PM

At 515 Street

ANCHOR Benefits Filing Event

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in collaboration with Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez invite you to the ANCHOR Benefits Filing Event

Thursday, October 17, 2024

From 1PM-3:30PM

At 515 Street

West New York Hispanic Fair!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners, in partnership with North Hudson Community Action Corporation Early Head Start Program invite you to join us for our Hispanic Fair!

Friday, October 11, 2024

From 12PM-4PM

At 5800 Kennedy Blvd Parking Lot

Come and enjoy with your family!

Let’s celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

FREE Rabies Vaccination

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to have your pets get their Rabies Vaccination for free.

  • Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
  • Dog Park @ 6400-6498 Boulevard East
  • All dogs must be licensed.  Licensing will be available on site:
  • Not-Neutered/Spayed – $11
  • Neutered/Spayed – $8

Clinic conducted by license veterinarians.  Cats must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and accompanied by an adult.

Recreation Weekly Calendar – October 2024

For all Recreation activities, please register at wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit out office at 428 60th St Room 7 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

Heating Season Requirements / Public Notice. 


As winter approaches and temperatures begin to drop, the Town of West New York reminds landlords of the importance of adhering to residential heating ordinances. It is crucial to ensure that all residential units are properly heated in compliance with these regulations. We encourage landlords to review the ordinance carefully to guarantee their properties meet all heating requirements, ensuring a warm and safe environment for tenants during the colder months.

Recreation Weekly Calendar – August 2024

For all Recreation activities, please register at wnyrec.recdesk.com/community/home

For all recreation information, call (201)295-5120 or you may visit out office at 428 60th St Room 7 Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM.

WNY Children’s Coat Drive

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to open your hearts and warm up a child in need with our Children’s Coat Drive.

Please bring a new child’s coat of any size to WNY Townhall, Recreation Office, Room 7 Monday through Friday 9AM-5PM.

WNY Veterans Day Celebration

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to celebrate Veterans Day.

·      Tuesday, November 11th, 2025 @ 9:30AM
·      Veterans Park (54th St & Blvd East)

Painting in the Park!

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to join us for Painting in the Park!

This Friday, October 17th, 2025 @3:30PM, during our weekly Farmers’ Market.

Donnelly Park – 60th Street & Boulevard East

State of Emergency Message

Attention West New York Residents: The Town is closely monitoring the forecast for a coastal storm expected to impact our area on Sunday and Monday. Heavy rain, strong winds, and coastal flooding are all possible with this system.

The Town reminds residents to take precautions for this storm. Please secure outdoor furniture and garbage cans. Should you lose power, please contact the West New York Police Department at (201) 295.5000. 

More updates to follow via nixle and on this town website.
Thank you. Stay safe West New York!

FREE Rabies Vaccination

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to have your pets get their Rabies Vaccination for free.

·      Friday, October 100h, 2025 from 5:30PM-7:30PM

·      Verrazano Dog Park – 66th Street & Boulevard East

·      All dogs must be licensed.  Licensing will be available on site:

·      Not-Neutered/Spayed – $11

·      Neutered/Spayed – $8

Clinic conducted by license veterinarians.  Cats must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and accompanied by an adult.

Rabies Vaccination for FREE

Mayor Albio Sires and the Board of Commissioners invite you to have your pets get their Rabies Vaccination for free.

Wednesday, June 5th, 2024 from 5:30PM-8:30PM

Dog Park @ Brand New Miller Park (5812 Jefferson St)

All dogs must be licensed.  Licensing will be available on site:

·      Not-Neutered/Spayed – $11

·      Neutered/Spayed – $8

Clinic conducted by license veterinarians.  Cats must be in carriers. Dogs must be leashed and accompanied by an adult.

Food Protection Course

West New York hosted a Food Protection Course that trains individuals in food protection practices to ensure the safety of the food served in food establishments. The NJ Health Code requires at least one supervisor certified in food protection on site whenever a food service establishment. 
 
The course in Spanish will take place on June 28th & 29th. Don’t hesitate to contact West New York Health Department to reserve your spot if interested. 
 
#WeAreWNY #SomosWNY #WNY #WNYNJ #Food #FoodSafety #Summer2023 #Community

Health & Resource Fair

Mayor Gabriel Rodriguez and the Board of Commissioners, in partnership with North Hudson Community Action Corp. invite you to our Health and Resource Fair.

We’ll be offering many health related activities and resources.

Saturday, October 8th, 2022 from 10AM-2PM

WNY Freshman Academy (5400 Broadway)

Please call 201-295-5070 with any questions or for more information.

#WeAreWNY #SomosWNY #WNY #WNYNJ #HealthAndResourceFair  @NorthHudsonCAC #Fall2022 #Community

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