PUNTA DEL ESTE, URUGUAY — November 18, 2018 —Uruguay will be hosting the 41st World Vine and Wine congress, of the International Organization of Vine and Wine, OIV, which begins next Monday until Friday in the Atlantic seaside resort of Punta del Este. Representatives from some 47 countries are expected at the event, which is described by Uruguay officials as …
The Legacy of Hugh Francis Redmond Remembered
YONKERS, NY — November 17, 2018 — Hugh Francis Redmond was born in Yonkers in 1919 and his family struggled to survive the Great Depression. After serving our nation in war, he became a secret agent for the CIA. Redmond was sent to China in 1946 to investigate the growing Communist movement, and when the Communist Party took control, the CIA …
Dr. Ammir Rabadi, M.D., Sworn-in As Newest Member of the Yonkers Board of Education Board Trustee
YONKERS, NY — November 17, 2018 — Mayor Mike Spano swore-in Dr. Ammir Rabadi as his newest appointment to the Yonkers Board of Education yesterday. As trustee of the Yonkers Board of Education, Dr. Rabadi will join eight other members of the Board, which is the official policy making body of the School District. Dr. Rabadi has operated his own …
Phase III of Saw Mill River Daylighting Officially Opens
YONKERS, NY — November 17, 2018 — One of the most unique and impressive urban revitalization projects in the northeast was unveiled this week in downtown Yonkers. Mayor Mike Spano, Yonkers City Council and local and state leaders officially opened Phase III of the Daylighting of the Saw Mill River at New Main Street where the City unearthed another …
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano Reflects on Concerns Recognized in Aftermath of the Thursday, November 15, 2018th Nor’easter
YONKERS, NY — November 16, 2018 — “Yesterday’s storm was faster and more intense than any of the forecasters predicted, and brought the roads throughout the region to a standstill in a way we haven’t seen in years. But it could happen again, so I am meeting with our commissioners, public safety departments, and the schools to determine how we …
Public Hearing Regarding Local Law Authorizing Conveyance of City Owned Property to Ludlow Point Development, LLC for the Redevelopment of Said Property
CORPORATION NOTICE CITY OF YONKERS-NEW YORK PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to law, that the Mayor of the City of Yonkers, New York, will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, November 26, 2018 at 5:30pm, Mayor’s Reception Room, 2nd floor, 40 South Broadway, Yonkers, New York, to hear all interested parties and citizens regarding the adoption of …
Yonkers Public Schools Officially Closed Friday, November 16, 2018
By HEZI ARIS
YONKERS, NY — November 15, 2018 — Yonkers Public Schools initially advised that the district would open on a two-hour delayed opening schedule Friday, November 16, 2018. Two hours later, at about 11:50pm, they advise the district will instead be closed Friday. Check the District website for news and updates.
By HEZI ARIS
Yonkers Proves Itself Deficient in Anticipating the Severity of the Nor’ Easter Despite Being Forewarned
By HEZI ARIS
The Frozen in Time Hezitorial A Special Thank You For the Photographs Submitted as They Reveal the Crisis That Befell Yonkers YONKERS, NY — November 15, 2018 — Many children released from schools this mid-afternoon from throughout the Yonkers Public Schools District have not even at 8pm arrived home. Yonkers Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Edwin Quezada has proved himself flat-footed. …
By HEZI ARIS
One-Alarm Fire at 2 South Cottage Place Gardens Extinguished
YONKERS, NY — November 15, 2018 — The alarm was sounded at 1:48pm. Upon arrival at 2 South Cottage Place Gardens, Yonkers Fire Department were quick to recognize the one-alarm fire was still confined to the apartment of origin. Approximately 40 Firefighters responded to the scene. They were able to gain control over the fire and declared it officially extinguished …
Yonkers City Council Commerce and Smart Growth Committee Meeting Agenda for Tuesday, November 20, 2018
YONKERS, NY — Please be advised that a Commerce and Smart Growth Committee Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 6:00P.M. in the Council Chambers, Yonkers City Hall, 4th floor. Agenda Items: 1. General Ordinance – A General Ordinance amending Article X of Chapter 43 of the Code of the City of Yonkers entitled …