Hart Library Hosts 3 Free Outdoor Concerts in July

The John C. Hart Memorial Library will host three free outdoor concerts in July on its front lawn. Phineas and the Lonely Leaves will perform on July 10; WestRock Acoustic […] Read more »

SafeWise Names Yorktown One of The Safest Communities in New York

Yorktown is one of the safest communities in New York, ranking #8 in a new report from SafeWise. The SafeWise report indicates that Yorktown experienced a year-over-year decrease in both […] Read more »

Yorktown Student Wins 1st Place in Regeneron Science Contest

Regeneron and Society for Science have named the top finalists in the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), the world’s largest international high school science competition.   More than $9 […] Read more »

Guiding Eyes for the Blind Breaks Ground on New Wellness and Training Center

Yorktown officials attended a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday for Guiding Eyes for the Blind’s new Wellness & Training Center. Guiding Eyes for the Blind provides guide dogs to people with […] Read more »

BOCES Cooks up Fresh Food and Fresh Ideas to Nourish Students

By PNW BOCES Research shows that when students eat and learn about locally sourced food, the benefits go far beyond the lunch tray. From nutrient-dense meals to a deeper appreciation […] Read more »

Yorktown Adopts Legislation Permitting Accessory Dwelling Units

The Town Board has voted to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all single-family residential zones. This significant legislative change aims to diversify housing options, ease financial burdens for homeowners, […] Read more »

W.S. Jeung Taekwondo Inaugurates New Yorktown Location

Yorktown officials celebrated the grand opening of W.S. Jeung Taekwondo on Sunday at its new location. The martial arts school has operated for 26 years in Yorktown and the new, […] Read more »

Yorktown Celebrates Centenarian and Nonagenarians

Yorktown officials celebrated the 100th birthday of resident Kathleen Marencek on Wednesday with a party at the senior center. Marencek, who logged the century mark on May 17, along with 12 […] Read more »

Ms. DimSum and Mr. Chick open in Yorktown

Yorktown officials celebrated the grand opening on Tuesday of two new restaurants, Ms. DimSum and Mr. Chick. Ms. DimSum at 385 Kear Street offers a variety of Asian dishes including […] Read more »

Yorktown Approves Rezoning for Former Blue Book Network Headquarters

The Yorktown Town Board approved a rezoning request on May 13 to replace the former headquarters of the Blue Book Network with 55-plus housing. AMS Acquisitions of New York City envisions […] Read more »