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Profile of Former Councilmember Anthony Merante

Yonkers City Councilmember Anthony Merante Lost his Last Election. His Profile is here.

Analysis Projects $3.5 Million Annual Savings for Yonkers Under Packaging Reduction Bill

Yonkers could see $3.5 million in annual financial benefits if New York passes the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act, according to a new...

A. Donald Duncan III, 91, Led Yonkers Schools Human Relations Department During Desegregation

A. Donald Duncan III, who led the Yonkers Public Schools Human Relations Department during the city's landmark 1986 school desegregation, has died at 91.

Yonkers Public Library Toy Drive Raises $12,000, Delivers Toys and Meals to Hundreds of Families

Yonkers Public Library toy drive raises $12,000, delivers 1,000+ toys and meals to 300+ families.

Hochul Signs 100-Foot Rule Repeal, Saving NY Gas Customers $581 Million Annually

Governor Hochul signed legislation repealing the 44-year-old "100-foot rule," ending a subsidy that forced existing gas customers to pay for new residential hookups. The change takes effect in December 2026 and is expected to save New York ratepayers $581 million annually.

New Teamster Deal Could Lead to $160 Million in Added Costs

City of Yonkers budget pressures to increase as a 10% raise negotiated with the City's Department of Public Works Teamsters Union is passed by the City Council.