Cell Tower Blocked By Town Board, Citing Failure 'To Meet Local Standards'

Community feedback played a big role in the deliberation process, according to the Yorktown town board.

Somers Democratic Town Committee Endorses Beth Davidson for Congress in NY 17

Key Westchester Political Committee Votes Unanimous Support for Primary Campaign

Complete Yorktown/Somers Unofficial 2025 Election Results

The campaigning is over, the voters have made their voices heard. The rest will be history.

Election Day 2025 In Yorktown And Somers: What To Know Before Heading To The Polls

Tough, and sometimes bitter, campaigns will come to an end at the ballot box today. Here's what you need to know to make your voice heard.

'Addiction In Disguise': Legislation Introduced Prohibiting The Sale Of Vaping Products That Look Like Everyday Items

“Westchester County is taking a stand against these deceptive products," Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins said.

'Lives Forward' Program Focus Of Special Visit To Westchester County Jail

NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports Associate Commissioner Rabiah Gaynor stopped by to see the unique program in action.

Hilltop Hanover Farm Unveils Upgraded Education Garden

The innovative garden and its outdoor classroom will be a central educational hub for the farm and environmental center in Westchester.

Emergency Order Issued To Fast-Track Playland Amusement Park's 2025 Opening

Read the full emergency order here.

Increase In Yorktown Water Fees Is On Tap

The town will also implement a $5 meter rental fee per billing cycle to support the maintenance of those meters.

Westchester County Election 2024 Complete Unofficial Results

The long season of campaigning is over, the voters have spoken.

Election 2024: Westchester County Voter Guide

Everything you need to know about early voting, mail-in voting and in-person voting in Westchester County for the election.

Siegel Returns To Yorktown Town Board

Her term runs through Dec. 31, 2027.

Siegel Declares Victory In Yorktown Board Special Election

She will take a seat on the Yorktown board after winning a special election on Tuesday, to fill the seat vacated by Supervisor Lachterman.

First Responders In Croton, Ossining, Yorktown, Buchanan See Support

Nearly $600K in new state funding will go towards equipment, vehicles and facilities for emergency agencies in Westchester.

Yorktown To Hold Special Election This Summer For Town Board Seat

Supervisor Ed Lachterman vacated the seat after the special election on April 16, due to the sudden death of Supervisor Tom Diana in Jan.

Lachterman Elected Yorktown Supervisor In Special Election

The special election was held to fill a vacancy that opened when Supervisor Tom Diana died shortly after being sworn into office in January.

Yorktown To Vote Tuesday In Supervisor Special Election

Deputy Supervisor Ed Lachtermann and Jan Mirchandani are vying for the town's top job.

Early Voting Continues In Yorktown Special Election

Town voters are selecting a new supervisor.

Yorktown Supervisor Candidates To Debate Thursday

Republican Deputy Supervisor Ed Lachterman will debate Democrat Jann Mirchandani.

Judge Rules In Yorktown's Favor In Garbage Vendor Lawsuit

The state Supreme Court said that Yorktown officials acted legally in 2022 when they voted on an annual garbage contract.

Yorktown Celebrates Completed Renovation Of Police Plaza

The more than half-a-million-dollar project was completed on time and within budget, according to the town.

Yorktown Sets Special Election For New Supervisor

The Town Board also approved additional compensation for the deputy supervisor who is also the acting supervisor.

Yorktown To Hold Hearing On Landmarking Underhill Farm

Yorktown’s Heritage Preservation Commission applied to the town to designate the property a designated landmark.

Yorktown Supervisor Tom Diana Dies

Supervisor Diana had just been elected to his first full term as supervisor.

Deadline For 2nd Half Of School Taxes Approaching

The school bill was mailed to each resident on Sept. 1.

Post Office Holding Job Fairs In Westchester, Rockland

The United States Postal Service said it’s looking for new team members to serve local communities through immediate openings.

Yorktown Officials To Hold Swearing-In Ceremony

A coffee reception will follow at the Nutrition Center.

Yorktown Adopts $69 Million Budget For 2024

The 2024 budget is the third year in a row that the tax levy did not increase.

Court Upholds Yorktown Heights Overlay District

A lawsuit said the town ignored adverse impacts and was at odds with the town's comprehensive plan.

Gashi Declares Victory In Westchester County District 4 Race

Incumbent Democrat Vedat Gashi was challenged by Republican Dan Branda to represent District 4 in the Westchester Board of Legislators.

Diana Declares Victory In Yorktown Supervisor Race

Republicans were likely elected to serve on the town council, according to unofficial results.

Polls Are Closed In Yorktown, Somers; Results For District 4 Coming In

Check back with Patch as the votes are counted.

Vote Row A - Democrat - In Yorktown, NY

‘New Day’ slate highlights the bad garbage contract, no audit since '21 & widespread flooding and infrastructure failures.

A New Day For Yorktown Slate Pushes Towards Election Day

​The campaign season in Yorktown has been hard fought, with the ‘New Day’ slate drawing attention to the Town Board’s poor and costly decisi

A New Day For Yorktown Slate Receive Key Endorsements

The ‘New Day’ slate secured key endorsements from important unions, key Yorktown residents, and significant regional organizations.

A New Day for Yorktown Calls for State Audit of Yorktown Finances

Yorktown budget was released with no completed audit of the Town's finances since at least 2021.

Yorktown Town Board Proposes Budget Without Audit

Yorktown’s Town Board has proposed a $69 million tentative budget - but the Town has not completed an audit of its finances.

Patch Candidate Profile 2023: Patrick Murphy For Yorktown Town Board

Patrick J. Murphy tells Patch why he should be elected to the Yorktown Town Board.

2024 Yorktown Budget Hikes Garbage Taxes by 10%

"Over and over again, this Town Board has said one thing and done another."

A New Day for Yorktown Gets Out the Vote

A New Day for Yorktown slate is mobilizing residents invigorated by the Town Board’s approval of a bad garbage contract, and much more!