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“They’re going to bounce back, [...] It’s a very strong, vibrant community.”

Members of a local orthodox church recover from a fire that engulfed a church building on Tuesday.
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Early Morning Fire Destroys Local Church Building

The Jordanian Christian community in Yonkers suffers a great loss as a massive fire destroys a community building adjacent to their church.

06:17 AM - Dec 17, 2023
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A vast criminal enterprise involving drugs and guns spanning from Yonkers to Long Island discovered by Queens DA in an operation called, "On the Mark"
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Yonkers Resident Arrested in Major Drug Bust by Queens DA

Queens District Attorney revealed the results of a 15-month investigation into drug trafficking spanning from Jamaica to Yonkers.

04:44 AM - Dec 16, 2023
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Court orders New York Congressional district map to be redrawn. New district lines could have an outsized effect on the national balance of political power and directly impact the race to represent Yonkers.
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New York's Top Court Orders Congressional Map Redraw

New York's State Court of Appeals has mandated a redraw of the state's congressional map, creating a shift with national implications.

05:55 AM - Dec 13, 2023
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Meet proud Yonkersite, Aena Khan. 🙌
Her recent induction as a "Schwarzman Scholar" 🧑‍🎓 sees her off to study global affairs at a prestigious university in Beijing.
Join us in celebrating the hard work and success of this local student.
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Aena Khan Awarded Prestigious Schwarzman Scholarship

Aena Khan has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a coveted spot in the elite Schwarzman Scholars program.

06:08 AM - Dec 12, 2023
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Food critic Eden claims she can eat 🍚 at Neha Palace every day for two weeks straight.
🔥 Find out why she thinks it's so good. 🔥

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Eden Eats at Neha Palace in Yonkers

Youthful food critic, Eden Peters, enjoys delicious Indian dishes at Neha Palace in Yonkers; scoring it a perfect 10 out of 10.

05:59 AM - Dec 10, 2023
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Republicans in the U.S. House of Representatives vote to censure Rep. Jamaal Bowman over the September incident involving his activation of a fire alarm.

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Jamaal Bowman Censured Over Fire Alarm Incident

In a vote along party lines, the House has officially reprimanded Rep. Jamaal Bowman for triggering a fire alarm last September.

12:19 PM - Dec 07, 2023
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St. Joseph's Medical Center agrees to pay $80k to settle the alleged violation of disclosing personal health information of three Covid-19 patients.

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Hospital Settles Lawsuit for Release of COVID Patient Information

The Dept. of Health and Human Services settled with St. Joseph’s Medical Center over the alleged disclosure of info on COVID-19 patients.

07:46 AM - Nov 24, 2023
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President of the Yonkers Family YMCA, Lucria Ortiz, exiting in December after four years of service.

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Lucria Ortiz to Depart Yonkers Family YMCA

In a bittersweet announcement, the Yonkers Family YMCA revealed that Lucria Ortiz will be stepping down as President/CEO on December 8th.

06:50 AM - Nov 22, 2023
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Yonkers entrepreneur Quinnell Williams presented Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins with a new scarf for her collection courtesy of his brand, "Politically Urban"

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Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins Grows Her Scarf Collection

At ArtsWestchester's annual gala, local fashion company, Politically Urban, presented a custom-designed scarf to Andrea Stewart-Cousins.

06:01 AM - Nov 22, 2023
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The Summer Reading Buddies program at the Yonkers Riverfront Library won the prestigious Joseph F. Shubert Library Excellence Award.
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Library Honored with Excellence Award for Reading Program

The Yonkers Public Library has been awarded the 2023 Joseph F. Shubert Library Excellence Award for its Summer Reading Buddies program.

06:17 AM - Nov 21, 2023
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With wins in volleyball and flag football, the Charter School of Educational Excellent displays its athletic prowess.

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Owls Capture Two Championships

The Charter School of Educational Excellence’s volleyball and flag football teams finished their seasons by winning league championships.

09:56 AM - Nov 20, 2023
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For 3 months, the head of the agency that gives tax breaks to developers has also been quietly leading the City's Planning & Development department.

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Dept. of Planning Now Led by Industrial Development Agency CEO

The CEO of the YIDA, James Cavanaugh, has been pulling double-duty as the acting Commissioner of the Planning department since August.

05:41 AM - Nov 17, 2023
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Westchester County Legislator James Nolan issues a press release opposing the signing of the Clean Slate Act.

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Legislator Nolan on Gov. Hochul Signing the Clean Slate Act

Westchester County Legislator James Nolan issues a press release opposing the signing of the Clean Slate Act.

02:30 PM - Nov 16, 2023
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Vinny Spano re-appointed as City Clerk of Yonkers. The unanimous vote by the City Council praised his prior 10-year tenure as marked by growth and innovation.

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Vincent Spano Re-Appointed to Five Year Term as City Clerk

Vincent Spano was re-appointed by the City Council to his third consecutive 5-year term as the City Clerk of Yonkers.

01:54 PM - Nov 15, 2023
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Yonkers' newest (and youngest) food critic visits a family favorite to dish on what she liked–and didn't–in the first of this series called, "Eden Eats..."

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Eden Eats at Carlo's Restaurant

Eden Eats with her friend and mother at the local favorite, Carlo's Italian Restaurant on Tuckahoe Road in Yonkers.

07:05 AM - Nov 15, 2023
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The landscape of mental health care in Westchester County is a complex tapestry marked by hurdles in ensuring equitable access.

Learn more about a plan to make it better.
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Redefining Mental Health Care in Westchester

The landscape of mental health care in Westchester County is a complex tapestry marked by hurdles in ensuring equitable access.

10:19 AM - Nov 14, 2023
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Yonkers unveils it's first-ever waterfront sanctuary for those seeking tranquility in the struggle with Alzheimer's.

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Yonkers Unveils Groundbreaking Waterfront Respite Sanctuary

The Mayor and other City officials proudly inaugurated the Yonkers Respite Sanctuary for those affected by Alzheimer's disease.

07:27 AM - Nov 14, 2023
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A Yonkers man and alleged accomplice arrested for violent assault on NYPD officer on Bronx subway.

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Yonkers Man Among Two Arrested in Assault on NYPD Officer

Two men from Westchester were arrested on Saturday after allegedly assaulting a NYPD officer on a Bronx subway car.

06:53 AM - Nov 13, 2023
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"Hollywood on the Hudson" grows as another TV/Film production facility breaks ground in Yonkers.

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Mediapro Breaks Ground on New Television Production Facility

The partnership between Mediapro and Great Point Studios proves again that Yonkers is at the forefront of film and tv production.

04:45 PM - Nov 12, 2023
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Styles P partners with the VeganHood restaurant for the third installment of Farma Care's "Plant-Based Community Dine-In" on Friday Nov 17

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Styles P Partners with VeganHood for Plant-Based Dine-In Night

The third "Plant-Based Community Dine-In" organized by Farma Cares partners with VeganHood on Nov. 7 at the Police Athletic League Center.

06:07 AM - Nov 12, 2023
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YPD's TipSubmit program led to the arrest of a fugitive in upstate New York. Learn more about this totally anonymous program below.

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Police Arrest Fugitive Through Anonymous Tip Program

The NY Department of Corrections apprehended fugitive Dwayne Rodriguez thanks to an anonymous tip received by Yonkers Police.

06:06 AM - Nov 11, 2023
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The Library Jazz Band of Yonkers is set to take the stage for an innovative new concert supported by a grant from ArtsWestchester.

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Library Jazz Band Awarded Grant for Two New Musical Programs

The Library Jazz Band will captivate audiences with new programs thanks to a Yonkers Arts Initiative grant from ArtsWestchester.

11:54 AM - Nov 10, 2023
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The City of Yonkers now offers backyard compost bins in its ongoing efforts to reduce waste. ♻️

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City Widens Recycling Program With Backyard Compost Bins

To further enhance its recycling efforts, the City of Yonkers announced the launch of free backyard composting bins.

05:35 AM - Nov 10, 2023
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$17M loan secured to pay off debt and improve affordable senior housing at Monastery Manor.

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$16.9 Million Loan Secured to Refinance Monastery Manor

To sustain affordable housing for seniors, Finian Sullivan Corp. has secured a $16.9 million loan for the refinancing of Monastery Manor.

03:02 PM - Nov 09, 2023
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Head of the national teacher's union, Randi Weingarten, to visit Saunders High School tomorrow, Nov. 8

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Teacher's Union Leader Weingarten To Visit Saunders High School

On Nov. 8th, Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), will visit Saunders Trades and Technical High School.

02:47 PM - Nov 07, 2023
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Last Friday, Neha Palace hosted the first ever Diwali celebration in Yonkers organized by the Matthew Wallace Foundation. Learn more about this holiday and the wonderful inaugural event.
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Diwali Shines Bright During First Celebration in Yonkers

The vibrant Indian community in Yonkers held its first official celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights.

12:34 PM - Nov 06, 2023
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Watch Kitchen Nightmares with Gordan Ramsay next week featuring our own, El Cantito Cafe 🇵🇷

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Kitchen Nightmares to Feature Local Puerto Rican Spot

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is set to breathe new life into Puerto Rican restaurant El Cantito Cafe in Yonkers.

07:15 AM - Nov 06, 2023
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Did the Majority Leader of the Westchester Board of Legislators commit an election crime? The Yonkers GOP thinks so.

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Legislator Alvarado Posts Photo of Potential Election Crime

On Thursday, Westchester Legislator of the 14th district, José Alvarado posted a photo allegedly showing a misdemeanor offense.

02:48 PM - Nov 02, 2023
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The hip-hop Gorillaween mixtape series returns for its fifth installment from Yonkers-own Sheek Louch. 🎃

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Sheek Louch Drops New Mixtape for Halloween

As Halloween arrived, hip-hop fans were in for a spooky delight as Sheek Louch and Lloyd Banks dropped a new mixtapes to celebrate the season.

06:56 AM - Nov 02, 2023
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Officers located the stolen Porsche with the aid of GPS. They then proceed to chase the suspect until he ultimately surrendered.

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Stolen Porsche Recovered in Yonkers After Police Pursuit

The Yonkers Police Department successfully recovered a stolen 2021 Porsche Macan after a daring pursuit that left a young suspect in custody.

05:48 AM - Nov 02, 2023
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