AIA of Westchester: American Irish Association of Westchester: Irish Heritage Day.

Come one Come all:  Enjoy the Annual Tradition of AIA of Westchester Annual Irish Heritage Day to be held on Sunday, July 13th from 12 Noon till 6 P.M. At Ridge Road  Park in Hartsdale.

Mass at 12 Noon. 

AIA of Westchester in Partnership with Westchester County Parks Department.  

Keep this Tradition alive!

Activities for the Kids. 

Great Entertainment. 

Entertainment Sponsored by Tara Circle, Inc. In recognition of Bob Stauf's life long Commitment to the Irish Community.

Food and Beverages available for Purchase. 

Shop a variety of vendors at the Event. 

Admission: $5 dollars per adult.

Children under 14 for free. 

Parking Free. 

Bring your own Chair and Blanket 

No coolers please.

Enjoy this great Event and Yearly Irish Tradition.

For information on the Event: Contact: AIA of Westchester President Maeve Scott 914-294-9024 or AIA of Westchester Chair of the Board Cathy Marshall 914-969-7247.

AIA of Westchester 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Democrat Alberto Velazquez for Yonkers City Council 2nd District.

 

MAYOR MIKE SPANO ENDORSES ALBERTO VELAZQUEZ FOR YONKERS CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2.

Yonkers, NY — Mayor Mike Spano has officially endorsed Alberto Velazquez for Yonkers

City Council District 2, citing his long-standing dedication to the community, strong work

ethic, and bold vision for the future of the district.

 

“Alberto Velazquez has spent decades serving Yonkers—most notably in our public schools

and as an advocate for working families,” said Mayor Spano. “He understands what our

neighborhoods need because he has lived it, worked in it, and fought for it. Alberto is

committed to safer streets, better schools, and more affordable housing. I am proud to

endorse him for City Council and confident he will be a strong voice for the people of

District 2.”

 

Velazquez, a lifelong Yonkers resident and 26-year employee of the Yonkers Public Schools,

expressed his gratitude for the Mayor’s support:

 

“I am honored to have Mayor Spano’s endorsement. His leadership has moved our city

forward, and I look forward to working alongside him to bring positive change to our

neighborhoods.”

 

Velazquez’s campaign focuses on public safety, housing affordability, school investment, and

local economic development.

 

The Democratic Primary for Yonkers City Council District 2 will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Submitted by Friends of Alberto Velazquez. 

Yonkers Insider: Statement from Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano.

Dear Neighbor,

With the heat wave heading our way, your comfort and safety are our top priorities. That’s why we’ve opened cooling centers across the City for anyone who needs a cool place to beat the heat.

Stay hydrated, check on your neighbors, and please take advantage of these safe, air-conditioned spaces. Together, we’ll get through this summer heat.

Stay cool, Yonkers!

Have a great weekend!

MIKE SPANO

Mayor 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Ron Schutte Republican for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Republican Ron Schutte for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Pete Spano Democrat for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Pete Spano for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Saturday, June 21st: Two Years Since Paul Heusler My Father Passed Away.

 

My Father Paul Heusler Passed away on June 21, 2023. He is so missed by all of us, who loved him. He was a Giving Person and was a hard worker and loved working particularly when He worked at Manhattan College for Many years and also loved doing his Garden Jobs.

He Had Garden Jobs in the Bronx and Yonkers for Many Years. His Father In Law Delfim Joao showed and thought him the Trade of Landscaping.

He was 79 Years old when He passed away two years ago. His Passing has left a void in all who loved him. It still doesn't seem real that he isn't with us anymore. He had a great work ethic and always took great care of everyone and was kind and was very helpful to people. At Manhattan College due to always working hard his co-workers and bosses called him "Mr. Machine".

He Loved the Beach and Loved the Jersey Shore and loved the Outdoors so much and always had fun at the Beach and in the water. He is so missed by all of us who loved him, we feel that there is a Void in our life and are full of emptiness now that he is no longer with us.

God Bless you Daddy.

We miss you so very much. Until we all again meet each other again one day.

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler

Mount Vernon Insider: Promotions: Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council.

Dear Mt. Vernon, 

We ♥️ You… 

EARLY VOTING FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION, TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025.

2 Locations in Mount Vernon: Memorial Room in City Hall, 1 Roosevelt Square and The Doles Center, 250 S. 6th Avenue

Friday, June 20 (8AM - 4PM)

Saturday, June 21 (10AM- 6PM)

Sunday, June 22 (10AM - 6PM)

🗳️ Vote Row 6A for Elvira Castillo

🗳️ Vote Row 7A for Cynthia Turnquest

Early Voting Saturday, June 14th - June 22nd

📅 Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th

See you at the polls! 

#CastilloandTurnquest 

#MtVernon #CommunityLeader #PolicyInAction #Revitalization #CleanEnvironment #StrongerEconomy #LifelongResident #SaferStreets #CommunitySupport #BookDonations #EnvironmentalHealth #NeighborhoodImprovement #LocalLeadership #YourVoteMatters #PositiveChangeCampaignsiveChange

Campaigns of Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Re-Elect LCB Post.

 

Under Lakisha’s leadership, Yonkers continues to move forward. Stability matters, leadership matters. Yonkers cannot afford to go backwards. Vote for Lakisha Collins-Bellamy on or before June 24th.

Paid for by Committee to Elect Lakisha for Yonkers. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac running for relection for 2nd District.

Paid for by Corazon for Office.

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: ***NEWS RELEASE***: MAYOR MIKE SPANO TO OPEN COOLING CENTERS CITYWIDE STARTING JUNE 23.

 

MAYOR MIKE SPANO TO OPEN COOLING CENTERS CITYWIDE STARTING JUNE 23.

With Unified Support from Yonkers Public Schools and Yonkers Public Libraries, Community Comes Together to Provide Relief for Residents.

 

Yonkers, NY — June 20, 2025 — In response to the ongoing heat wave sweeping across the region, Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced a citywide initiative to provide relief for residents facing extreme temperatures starting Monday, June 23. As part of the city's emergency response, designated Cooling Centers will be activated across Yonkers to offer safe, air-conditioned spaces for community members in need.

“We are committed to protecting the health and safety of our residents—especially our most vulnerable,” said Mayor Spano. “By partnering with the Yonkers Public Schools District and the Yonkers Public Libraries, we’re able to extend resources where they’re most needed and ensure no one is left without a place to stay cool.”

To bolster the effort, the Yonkers Public School District will implement half-day schedules for the duration of the heat advisory. Select school buildings, alongside Yonkers Public Library branches, will remain open throughout the afternoon and early evening as official Cooling Centers, ensuring that students, families, and senior residents have access to a refuge from the heat.

“We’re proud to open our schools across every corner of the city so families have a safe, cool place nearby,” said Superintendent of Schools, Aníbal Soler, Jr. “This is what community is about – stepping up, being there for each other, and using every resource we have to support our neighbors. Each site will provide water and a cool space to rest – a simple but important way to help during the upcoming heatwave. I thank Mayor Spano and the City for their partnership in making this possible.”

 

Yonkers Public Library Director, Jesse Montero added, "Yonkers Public Library strives to provide safe, comfortable, healthy spaces for all Yonkers residents. We're proud to serve as cooling centers during heatwaves and encourage anyone to stop by and cool off." 

 

Each Cooling Center will be equipped with seating, water and air conditioning. The following locations will be open as Cooling Centers during specified hours for all residents:

Yonkers Public Schools

All listed schools will be open from Monday, June 23, through Friday, June 27, from 12:30PM to 3:00PM.

 

Yonkers Montessori Academy (Cafeteria)

Hyatt Place & Scott Avenue

 

Paideia School 15 (Cafeteria)

Scarsdale Road and Manhattan Avenue

 

School 23 (Library) 

56 Van Cortlandt Park Ave

 

William Boyce Thompson (Library) 

1061 N. Broadway

 

Justice Sonia Sotomayor Community School (Cafeteria)

121 McLean Avenue

 

Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies (Library) 

631 Tuckahoe RoadMartin Luther King, Jr. Academy (Cafeteria)

135 Locust Hill Aven

Riverside High School (Cafeteria

565 Warburton Aven

Yonkers Public Libraries

Riverfront Libra

1 Larkin Cent

Monday-Wednesday: 9AM-8

Will Library

1500 Central Park Avenue 

Monday-Wednesday: 9AM-8

Crestwood Library

16 Thompson Street

Monday & Wednesday: 10AM-5PM

Tuesday: 12PM-8PM

 

To ensure safety, the Mayor is also advising of heat safety precautions residents should take during periods of extreme heat:

 

If you have air conditioning already installed, make sure it works properly before use.

Install window air conditioners snugly; insulate them if necessary. Check your home's air-conditioning ducts for proper insulation.

Install temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes to reflect heat back outside.

Install weather stripping on your home's doors and windowsills to keep cool air in and hot air out.

Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sun with drapes, shades, awnings or louvers, which can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80 percent.

Keep storm windows in place year-round.

If you don't have air conditioning, open your windows during the coolest part of the day and keep fresh air moving around your home with circulating fans.

Drink plenty of cool non-alcoholic liquids, especially water.

Protect your face and head with a wide-brimmed hat, and wear light-colored clothing to reflect sunlight (dark clothing more readily absorbs sunlight).

Keep pets indoors and refill their water bowls frequently.

 

For more information on Yonkers Cooling Centers or for any additional assistance, please call the Mayor’s 24/7 Help Line at (914) 377-HELP.

 

 

 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Ron Schutte Republican for Yonkers City Council President.

 

Campaign of Ron Schutte for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Democrat Pete Spano for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Pete Spano Democrat for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Statement from New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth. A powerful reminder of both the pain of our nation’s past and the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality. On this day in 1865, over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, freedom finally reached the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas.

Juneteenth is a celebration of Black resilience, liberation, and culture, and a call to continue the work of building a more just and equitable future. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay

New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

Yonkers Insider: 2025 Election Desk: Fundraiser for Westchester County Legislator James Nolan 15th District.

I am proud to announce Legislator James Nolan’s Annual Summer Bash will take place on Thursday, June 26th at JC FOGARTYS in Bronxville. Our Summer Bash is a very popular event and I am looking forward to another great time. Everyone is welcome to come as we continue to work hard for District 15. If you would like to attend you can pay at the door, send a check to Friends of James Nolan at 4287 Katonah Ave Bronx, NY 10470 STE 283, or pay online by clicking the link below. I hope to see everyone there and if you could help spread the word by telling others and sharing the flyer I would appreciate it a lot!

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=JLSQJYDMYVXZS

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Mike Khader Democrat for Yonkers City Council President.

🖤❤️💚 Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, resilience, and freedom.

On June 19, 1865, the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas were finally informed of their freedom - more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

Juneteenth reminds us that the fight for justice and equality is ongoing. 

Let’s continue to uplift Black voices, confront injustice, and build a Yonkers and a nation where freedom truly means freedom for all.

Paid for by Friends of Mike Khader.

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Republican Ron Schutte for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Ron Schutte Republican for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Pete Spano Democrat for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Democrat Pete Spano for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: News from City of Yonkers.

 Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Today is a day we celebrate the strength of our nation's African American ancestors.

Juneteenth acknowledges the end of slavery and the ongoing pursuit of social justice and racial equity. It's a day for reflection, celebration, and education about the struggles and triumphs of the African American community.

This is an opportunity for all of us to learn about this historical event and engage in conversation. We honor the past by continuing to strive for inclusion.

I'm proud to say we are already doing that in the City of Yonkers.

I'd like to invite you to the Pan-African Flag Raising on Friday, June 20, at Washington Park at City Hall, on 40 South Broadway. On Saturday, June 21, the Yonkers African American Heritage Committee will be hosting its annual Juneteenth Festival at the JFK Marina from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Wishing the entire Yonkers community a happy and safe Juneteenth holiday.

MIKE SPANO

Mayor

Yonkers Insider: Candidate Spotlight: Michael Pineda Republican for Westchester County Legislator 14th District.

 

First time Candidate Michael Pineda running for Westchester County Legislator in the 14th District to challenge long time Westchester County Legislator David Tubiolo.

Pineda has called himself the Anti Corruption Candidate and also has a philosophy of Community First. Putting the people above Politics as Usual. 

Pineda has fought the good fight just to be here to run this race, due to challenges to his signatures collected to make the ballot. Also some members of the Republican machine fought hard to try and help stop Pineda from getting GOP nomination. Pineda got the GOP nomination. All of this speaks to the pure determination of Michael Pineda to run in the race to give the community a voice on the Westchester County Board of Legislators if elected. 

The 14th County Legislative District included Parts of Yonkers and Parts of Mount Vernon.  

We will be covering this Westchester County Board of Legislators race very closely for our readers.

Yonkers Insider Mount Vernon Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler

Mount Vernon Insider: Promotions: Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council.

Dear Mt. Vernon, 

We ♥️ You… 

EARLY VOTING FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION, TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025

2 Locations in Mount Vernon: Memorial Room in City Hall, 1 Roosevelt Square and The Doles Center, 250 S. 6th Avenue

Wednesday, June 18 (8AM - 4PM)

Thursday, June 19 (12PM - 8PM)

Friday, June 20 (8AM - 4PM)

Saturday, June 21 (10AM- 6PM)

Sunday, June 22 (10AM - 6PM)

🗳️ Vote Row 6A for Elvira Castillo

🗳️ Vote Row 7A for Cynthia Turnquest

Early Voting Saturday, June 14th - June 22nd

📅 Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th

See you at the polls! 

#CastilloandTurnquest 

#MtVernon #CommunityLeader #PolicyInAction #Revitalization #CleanEnvironment #StrongerEconomy #LifelongResident #SaferStreets #CommunitySupport #BookDonations #EnvironmentalHealth #NeighborhoodImprovement #LocalLeadership #YourVoteMatters #PositiveChange

Campaigns of Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council.

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac running for relection for 2nd District.

Grateful to have the support of Westchester County Executive Ken Jenkins!

Experience

Leadership

Commitment to safety, affordability, and quality of life

Let’s keep moving Yonkers forward—together

Paid for by Corazon for Office.

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Council Beat: News from Yonkers City Council by Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District.

Items for Consideration – Council

 

Old Business

1) Local Law - Authorizing the sale of city-owned property on Rockland Avenue, Ash Street, Ridgeview Avenue, Lawton Lane, Herriot Street and Byron Avenue to the Yonkers Industrial Development Agency for the purpose of developing affordable housing. (Positive fiscal impact.) (All council members.) (Moved to Stated City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

  

2) Resolution issuing a determination of significance pursuant to the New York State Environmental Quality Review Act for the proposed sale of city-owned properties known as 221 Rockland Avenue, 56 Ridgeview Avenue, 95 Ash Street, 14 Lawton Place, 79, 81, 83 Byron Avenue and 115-117 Herriot Street. (Moved to Stated City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

  

3) Resolution - Authorizing the City of Yonkers to renew a franchise agreement with Crown Castle International Corp. ("CCIC") in the City of Yonkers. (Positive fiscal impact.) (All council members.) (Moved to Stated City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

 

4) General Ordinance amending section 109-160 of article XVII, chapter 109, part 2, article XVII of the Code of the City of Yonkers relating to penalties for parking violations (Moved to Stated City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

  New business

5) Resolution of the City Council of Yonkers declaring the month of July 2025 National Parks and Recreation Month (Moved to Stated City Council meeting agenda for Wednesday, June 25, 2025)

 

6) General Ordinance amending section 109-160 of article XVII, chapter 109, part 2, article XVII relating to penalties for parking violations of the Code of the City of Yonkers (Moved to Legislation & Codes Committee for further discussion)

You can tune in to City Council meetings and public hearings via the City Council Facebook page, City Hall TV (accessible via the City of Yonkers website), Optimum channel 78, or Verizon Fios channel 39. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Republican Ron Schutte for Yonkers City Council President.

Campaign of Ron Schutte Republican for Yonkers City Council President. 

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YONKERS MAYOR SPANO & YONKERS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DEBUT NEW SUSTAINABLE MOWER Remote-operated Electric Slope Mower Maintains Large City Properties with Zero Gas Emissions

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 

 

 

YONKERS MAYOR SPANO & YONKERS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS DEBUT NEW SUSTAINABLE MOWER.

 

Remote-operated Electric Slope Mower Maintains Large City Properties with Zero Gas Emissions.

The Raymo Remote Electric Slope Mower at the Sprain Reservoir Dam. Photo Courtesy: City of Yonkers).

YONKERS, NY – June 17, 2025 –Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano and the Yonkers Department of Public Works (DPW) today announced the City acquired the Raymo Remote Electric Slope Mower to tackle steep terrain on large City properties, such as the Sprain Reservoir Dam.

 

The mower is remote-controlled and equipped with all-terrain wheels. Use of the unit minimizes the risk of injury to DPW employees who no longer need to traverse hills with maintenance equipment. The battery technology also eliminates fuel costs, and workers who operate it will no longer have prolonged exposure to fumes from gas-powered maintenance equipment.

 

“This initiative helps protect our employees while getting the job done effectively and efficiently,” said Mayor Spano. “We are continually researching ways to reduce our carbon footprint and remain ecologically sensitive to larger properties like the reservoir – and the electric slope mower gets that done. I applaud DPW’s efforts in moving the city forward to a cleaner, greener, more sustainable Yonkers.”

 

Department of Public Works Commissioner Thomas G. Meier said, “Utilizing the latest innovations in clean energy technology, this powerful remote-operated slope mower enables us to more efficiently maintain City properties with significantly reduced labor and fuel costs, lower risk of injury to our workforce, and contributes toward achieving Mayor Spano’s ambitious climate action goals.”

 

“Under the leadership of Mayor Spano, the City of Yonkers continues to be on the cutting edge of innovation,” said Director of the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability William Serratore. “This new vehicle is fast, efficient, and dramatically lowers our carbon footprint.”

                                                                                                                     

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: For Immediate Release: ***NEWS RELEASE***: CITY OF YONKERS AWARDED HIGHEST ACHIEVEMENT IN GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING.

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

CITY OF YONKERS AWARDED HIGHEST ACHIEVEMENT IN GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING.

 

City’s Department of Finance Awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).

 

YONKERS, NY – June 16, 2025 – Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today announced the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Yonkers for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024.

 

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management.

 

“Our talented and professional finance team, led by Commissioner John Liszewski, has put Yonkers back on the path towards fiscal stability,” said Mayor Spano. “This award, along with our strong bond ratings, recognizes the transparent and diligent work demonstrated by them each day, supporting our city and residents. Congratulations and keep up the great work!”

report was judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the report.

 

“Receiving the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting is a reflection of our department’s unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and the highest standards in public financial management,” said Commissioner of Finance John Liszewski. “This recognition from GFOA underscores our efforts to provide residents, stakeholders, and policymakers with clear, comprehensive, and trustworthy financial information.”

 

The GFOA established the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting Program (COA) in 1945 to encourage and assist state and local governments to go beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles to prepare annual comprehensive financial reports that evidence the spirit of transparency and full disclosure and then to recognize individual governments that succeed in achieving that goal. The goal of the program is not to assess the financial health of participating governments, but rather to ensure that users of their financial statements have the information they need to do so themselves. GFOA advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources, and practical research for more than 25,000 members and the communities they serve.

 

 

Yonkers Insider: News from US Congressman George Latimer 16th District.

FYI: Attention residents of Southern Westchester (CD 16): 

If you have a friend or relative visiting Israel now, who was scheduled to leave and needs information, contact Ellen Hendrickx in the office of Congressman George Latimer at 914-323-5550 for assistance.

Mount Vernon Insider: Political Report:: Mount Vernon Primaries: Mount Vernon Political Landscape.

 

Early Voting started in Mount Vernon yesterday on Saturday. Always interesting Political dynamic in that City of Mount Vernon. 

This year it's shaping up Battle of slate's between Mount Vernon Democratic City Committee and Rise Up Mount Vernon. Should be interesting to see who comes out on top, particularly in the City Council Race for 3 Seats. Should be an interesting battle between Mount Vernon Democratic City Committee and Rise Up Mount Vernon. 

Mount Vernon City Council: 3 Seats: Democratic Party Primary: Councilwoman Cathlin Gleason, Andre Wallace, Tanesia Walters, Nicholas Mastrogiorgio, Elvira Castillo, Cynthia Turnquest and Bill Schwartz.

Mount Vernon City Committee Endorses Councilwoman Cathlin Gleason, Andre Wallace and Tanesia Walters. 

 Rise Up Mount Vernon Endorses Councilwoman Cathlin Gleason, Elvira Castillo and Cynthia Turnquest.  

Mount Vernon City Comptroller: Democratic Party Primary: City Comptroller Darren Morton faces Benjamin Montgomery. 

Mount Vernon Democratic City Committee and Rise Up Mount Vernon Endorse City Comptroller Darren Morton.

Mount Vernon City Judge: Judge Peter Davis faces Mount Vernon City Councilwoman Danielle Browne. 

Mount Vernon City Committee and Rise Up Mount Vernon Endorse Danielle Browne. 

Early Voting: Saturday, June 14th till Sunday, June 22nd. 

Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th.

Big ticket item on November Ballot in Mount Vernon: A referendum on changing the City of Mount Vernon form of Government from Strong Mayor to City Manager form of Government. Will be interesting to watch. 

Mount Vernon Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler 

Yonkers Insider Report: Editorial: Yonkers Political Landscape for Yonkers Primaries.

Yonkers Primaries.

Early Voting started on Saturday for Yonkers Primary Races. Which are Democratic Party Primary for Yonkers City Council President and GOP Primary for Yonkers City Council President. 

Also Democrat Party Primary for Yonkers City Council 2nd District.

GOP District Leader Primaries for Yonkers GOP District Leader. 

The race for Yonkers City Council President: Democrat: Yonkers City Council President Lakisha Collins Bellamy going for a second term and faces competition from Former Yonkers City Council Presidents Mike Khader and Chuck Lesnick and also competition from Yonkers City Councilwoman Tasha Diaz 3rd District and Community Activist Pete Spano. Will be interesting to see how the race end up happening it's full of political intrigue. 

GOP Primary for Yonkers City Council President: Dean Politopoulos and Ron Schutte vying for the GOP party line in this primary. Dean has support from the Yonkers Republican City Committee and Conservative Party as well. Ron Schutte running a grassroots campaign in this race. 

Yonkers City Council: 2nd District: Democratic Party between Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac and Community Activist Alberto Velazquez in this primary. Corazon had backing from many unions, Community Activist in the Community and from the indivisibles. Alberto has backing from the Political Establishment in the Democratic Party as well as Community Leaders as well. Alberto is backed by Yonkers Democratic City Committee.

Yonkers GOP District Leader Primaries: The battle for Yonkers GOP heart and soul is currently going on. These Primaries will decide who is in control of the Yonkers GOP. 

Early Voting: Saturday, June 14th till Sunday, June 22nd.

Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th. 

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler 

Mount Vernon Insider: Promotions: Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council.

Dear Mt. Vernon, 

We ♥️ You… 

EARLY VOTING FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION, TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025

2 Locations in Mount Vernon: Memorial Room in City Hall, 1 Roosevelt Square and The Doles Center, 250 S. 6th Avenue

Saturday, June 14 (10AM - 6PM)

Sunday, June 15 (10AM - 6PM)

Monday, June 16 (8AM - 4PM)

Tuesday, June 17 (12PM - 8PM)

Wednesday, June 18 (8AM - 4PM)

Thursday, June 19 (12PM - 8PM)

Friday, June 20 (8AM - 4PM)

Saturday, June 21 (10AM- 6PM)

Sunday, June 22 (10AM - 6PM)

🗳️ Vote Row 6A for Elvira Castillo

🗳️ Vote Row 7A for Cynthia Turnquest

Early Voting Saturday, June 14th - June 22nd

📅 Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th

See you at the polls! 

#CastilloandTurnquest 

#MtVernon #CommunityLeader #PolicyInAction #Revitalization #CleanEnvironment #StrongerEconomy #LifelongResident #SaferStreets #CommunitySupport #BookDonations #EnvironmentalHealth #NeighborhoodImprovement #LocalLeadership #YourVoteMatters #PositiveChange

Campaigns of Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council. 

Yonkers Insider: Happy Father's Day.

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler wishes a Very Happy Father's Day to all Father's out there. 

I wish my Father Paul Heusler , A very Happy Father's Day in Heaven - I Miss Him So Much - He is Missed by All Who Loved Him. 

I Wish My "Second Father" Thomas Daly, A Very Happy Father's Day.  Always enjoy the times I have with Tom and His Wife Carol. They are my 2nd Family.

Also in Heaven, A Happy Father's Day to My Grandfather's, Delfin Joao I love you Pop-Pop and Paul Heusler Sr.  Also a Happy Father's Day in Heaven To my Godfather, Raymond Joao, I miss you Uncle Raymond.

Yonkers Insider Newspaper, Publisher Delfim Heusler

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Republican Dean Politopoulos for Yonkers City Council President.

Paid for by Dean for Yonkers.

Yonkers Insider: Yonkers City Hall Beat: Statement from Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano.

Dear Neighbor,

The school year is coming to a close, and I spent some time at the Yonkers Early Childhood Academy this week.

I issued them a challenge at the beginning of the school year, to pledge to attend school each day. They signed Pledge 182, pledging to increase attendance. One student even had perfect attendance!

Our students continue to thrive with the support of our teachers, their families and our local community.

Have a great weekend, Yonkers! Be safe!

MIKE SPANO

Mayor

Mount Vernon Insider: Promotions: Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council.

Mt. Vernon, 

We ♥️ You… 

Elvira Castillo & Cynthia Turnquest, candidates for City Council. Let’s talk. Let’s listen. Let’s build together. Let’s ♥️ Mt. Vernon. 

EARLY VOTING FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION, TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 2025

2 Locations in Mount Vernon: Memorial Room in City Hall, 1 Roosevelt Square and The Doles Center, 250 S. 6th Avenue

Saturday, June 14 (10AM - 6PM)

Sunday, June 15 (10AM - 6PM)

Monday, June 16 (8AM - 4PM)

Tuesday, June 17 (12PM - 8PM)

Wednesday, June 18 (8AM - 4PM)

Thursday, June 19 (12PM - 8PM)

Friday, June 20 (8AM - 4PM)

Saturday, June 21 (10AM- 6PM)

Sunday, June 22 (10AM - 6PM)

🗳️ Vote Row 6A for Elvira Castillo

🗳️ Vote Row 7A for Cynthia Turnquest

Early Voting Saturday, June 14th - 

📅 Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th

See you at the polls! 

#CastilloandTurnquest 

#MtVernon #CommunityLeader #PolicyInAction #Revitalization #CleanEnvironment #StrongerEconomy #LifelongResident #SaferStreets #CommunitySupport #BookDonations #EnvironmentalHealth #NeighborhoodImprovement #LocalLeadership #YourVoteMatters #PositiveChange

Campaigns of Cynthia Turnquest and Elvira Castillo for Mount Vernon City Council. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Judge Kimberly Ragazzo running for relection for Cortlandt Town Justice.

📢📢 ENDORSEMENT ALERT 📢📢

We are proud to announce that Judge Kimberly Ragazzo has been #endorsed by the Westchester/Putnam Central Labor Body AFL-CIO!

Thank you to this ever important coalition that represents thousands of hard working union families in Westchester and Putnam counties. The work you do is so important and we are very proud to have earned your support!

#judgekimberlyragazzo #reelectragazzo #endorsement

Campaign of Judge Kimberly Ragazzo running for relection for Cortlandt Town Justice.

Yonkers Insider: Statement from New York State Assemblyman Nader Sayegh 90th District.

Friends,

As we near the end of legislative session, my colleagues and I have spent long, tireless hours advancing meaningful legislation to uplift and protect our communities and our state. I’m happy to announce the passage of my Bill A7802-A, which requires harness racetrack locations, like Yonkers MGM Raceway, awarded a gaming facility license to maintain live racing activity. Additionally, the passage of my legislation A4713, will allow utility companies to maintain an 800 toll number for customers to contact in the event of power outages. Outside the chamber, I’ve continued showing up across the district—joining Pride celebrations, honoring Puerto Rican and Hispanic heritage, and standing alongside advocates at events supporting survivors of domestic violence and those with special needs and disabilities.

These past two weeks, I was proud to introduce resolutions recognizing Ukrainian American Heritage Day on August 24, 2025, and Meditation Day on December 21, 2025. I also supported several important measures that passed in the Assembly Chamber, including resolutions recognizing September as Urological Health Awareness Month, June 12, 2025, as Women Veterans Recognition Day, December 3, 2025, as International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Dystonia Awareness Month, November 8, 2025, as Lung Cancer Screening Awareness Day, August 11–17, 2025, as Puerto Rican Heritage Week, November 3, 2025, as Panamanian Independence Day, September 2025 as Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month, and July 20, 2025, as Colombian Independence Day.

As always, please feel free to reach out to my office with any concerns or questions.

Nader J. Sayegh

NYS Assemblyman

90th District-Yonkers

Yonkers Insider: Statement from Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District.

We have a primary election coming up on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The polls will be open that day from 6am-9pm. However, you don't have to wait until June 24th to cast your ballot. EARLY VOTING STARTS TOMORROW, June 14th and goes thru Sunday, June 22, 2025.

We have 3 early voting sites in Yonkers:

Nodine Hill Community Center, 140 Fillmore Street, Yonkers, NY 10701

Riverfront Library, One Larkin Center, Yonkers, NY 10701

Grinton I. Will Library, 1500 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710

Days and Hours are as follows:

Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Sunday, June 15, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Monday, June 16, 2025 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Thursday, June 19, 2025 from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m.

Friday, June 20, 2025 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 21, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Sunday, June 22, 2025 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m.

Please make a plan to vote. You should decide from now if you want to vote early, and if so, pick a date and time and make sure to go. If you prefer to wait until Primary Day on June 24th, please make sure you plan accordingly so that you can make time to go between the hours of 6am and 9pm. To vote on June 24th, you have to go to your usual polling site.

Sincerely,

Hon. Corazon Pineda-Isaac

40 South Broadway, Suite 414

Yonkers, NY 10701

(Tel) 377-6312

(Email) corazon.pineda.isaac@yonkersny.gov

Mount Vernon Insider: Promotions: Cynthia Turnquest for Mount Vernon City Council.

Gun violence affects us in so many ways homicide, domestic violence, mass shootings, and suicide. Perhaps the most underreported truth is that unsecured guns cause a lot of these deaths. And my story, like so many others, starts with loss.

Take a walk back with me.

My godson, Ka'Saun O'Shane Cain, was killed on the streets of Mount Vernon, New York, in 2009. It was a senseless loss. Then, on February 2, 2012, my student Ramarley Graham was shot by the NYPD inside his apartment in front of his grandmother and six-year-old brother. He was unarmed. The officer stated he had seen the "butt of a gun," but no weapon was ever found.

Ramarley was a quiet, gentle soul. I knew his mother, Constance "Lilmiss" Malcolm, from my time working at Young Scholars Academy. All of that was erased in that one instant. It reminded me that violence was all around on the streets, in our homes, and even in the hands of those who are meant to protect us.

I began attending meetings as a member of Moms Demand Action after Sandy Hook in 2012 and Ramarley's murder. I sat along with Mayor Ernie Davis and other mothers like me who had lost children to violence. What I heard was stories of cold cases, silence, and pain. It pushed me to do even more. The only thing that connected each tragedy? Guns.

Moms Demand Action is pushing for common-sense gun safety laws. Here are some demands:

(1) Hold Glock Responsible for enabling illegal machine gun distribution through their conversion device, the "Glock switch."

(2) Implement Merchant Category Codes for gun stores to detect suspicious gun and ammunition sales.

(3) Educate the Public about New York's safe storage of firearms law through NYSED materials.

(4) Implement the SAVE Act to fund anti-violence education in schools.

(5) Expand Ghost Gun Regulation and eliminate loopholes that exempt 3D-printed and homemade weapons from regulation.

(6) Reform Lockdown Drills in schools by reducing frequency and mandating trauma-informed training for teachers.

Thank You Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund for your endorsement. 

Vote Row 7A for Cynthia Turnquest

📅 Primary Day: Tuesday, June 24th

See you at the polls on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. 

Let’s talk. Let’s listen. Let’s build together. Let’s ♥️ Mt. Vernon. 

#CastilloandTurnquest 

#MtVernon #CommunityLeader #PolicyInAction #Revitalization #CleanEnvironment #StrongerEconomy #LifelongResident #SaferStreets #CommunitySupport #BookDonations #EnvironmentalHealth #NeighborhoodImprovement #LocalLeadership #YourVoteMatters #PositiveChangeCampaignters #PositiveChange

Campaign of Cynthia Turnquest for Mount Vernon City Council. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Yonkers City Council President Lakisha Collins Bellamy running for relection.

Congressman George Latimer Endorses Lakisha Collins-Bellamy for Yonkers City Council President. 

“Lakisha is fighting every day for the people she represents. I'm proud to endorse her re-election and I look forward to continuing to work alongside her." 

#lakishaforyonkers #lakishafor4more

Post for Team Re-Elect Lakisha

Paid for by the Committee to Elect Lakisha for Yonkers. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: For Immediate Release: Mike Khader Receives Endorsement from Westchester Putnam Building & Trades.

 

Mike Khader Receives Endorsement from Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Council

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, June 11th 2025

Mike Khader Receives Endorsement from Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Council:

Yonkers, NY - The campaign for Yonkers City Council President candidate Mike Khader is proud to announce the endorsement of the Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Council, which represents over 31,000 union members across both counties.

This endorsement comes on the heels of support from the Hispanic Democrats of Westchester, marking the only two political and labor organizations to endorse Khader in this race - a powerful signal that key voices who understand the needs of everyday Yonkers residents are standing with him.

“Our endorsement of Mike Khader reflects his proven track record of advocating for safe, well-paid middle-class jobs and his commitment to ensuring that the voice of the construction industry is heard at the city level,” said the Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Council.

Khader’s campaign continues to gain momentum from grassroots organizations and local leaders who believe in his vision for a fairer, safer, and more inclusive Yonkers.

“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the Westchester Putnam Building & Construction Trades Council,” said Khader. “These are the men and women who build our city from the ground up. I’ve always stood with organized labor, and as City Council President, I’ll make sure Yonkers invests in good-paying union jobs and gives hard working families the voice they deserve.”

Khader, the former City Council President and a lifelong Yonkers resident, is running on a platform of transparency, community investment, and leadership that puts people over politics and fighting the cost of living crisis.

Early voting begins this Saturday, June 14th, and Election Day is Tuesday, June 24th.

Paid for by Friends of Mike Khader. 

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac running for relection for the 2nd District.

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac running for reelection for Yonkers City Council 2nd District. 

The momentum keeps building!

I’m proud to announce another powerful endorsement — this time from the New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA)

NYSNA nurses are fierce advocates, trusted caregivers, and pillars of our healthcare system. Their support means so much because this campaign is about putting people first and no one knows that better than our nurses.

With every new endorsement, our movement grows stronger. Thank you, NYSNA, for standing with me as we fight for a healthier, more just Yonkers for all.

Paid for by Corazon for Office.

Yonkers Insider: News from Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District.

Yonkers Insider: News from Yonkers City Councilwoman Corazon Pineda Issac 2nd District. 

Please note that our Nodine Hill Monthly Mobile Food Pantry in partnership with Feeding Westchester has been rescheduled for TOMORROW, Wednesday, June 11th at 12pm. There will be no June 24th distribution. 

My office is currently working with Feeding Westchester to confirm new dates for July 2025 - June 2026. I'll be sure to share the new schedule once dates have been finalized.

Yonkers Insider: 2025 Election Desk.

 

Early Voting Starts in Westchester County on Saturday.

Early Voting goes from This Saturday, June 14th and Goes till Sunday, June 22nd.   

Primary Day is in Tuesday, June 24th. 

There are Primaries in Yonkers: Democrat and GOP for Yonkers City Council President, Yonkers City Council 2nd District Democrat and Yonkers GOP District Leader Primaries as well. 

Mount Vernon: Democrat Primaries for Mount Vernon City Judge, Mount Vernon City Comptroller and Three spots on the Mount Vernon City Council.

White Plains: Democrat Primary for White Plains Mayor  and for Westchester County Legislator 5th District.

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler.

Yonkers Insider Report: 2025 Election Desk.

 

Yonkers Insider: 2025 Election Desk: Westchester County Board of Elections rules that Ron Schutte will not appear on the Common Sense Party Line (Independent Line) in the November Election.

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler

Yonkers Insider Report: 2025 Election Desk.

Yonkers Insider: 2025 Election Desk: Westchester County Board of Elections rules that Yonkers City Councilman Anthony Merante of the 6th District will not appear on Common Sense Party Line (An Independent Line) in November. 

Yonkers Insider Publisher Delfim Heusler.

Yonkers Insider: Promotions: Dean Politopoulos Candidate for Yonkers City Council President.

Yonkers is a diverse city made up of many unique neighborhoods, each with its own distinct character and priorities. 

Effective leadership means listening to the specific concerns of residents in every community, from the waterfront to the hills, and ensuring their voices are heard in city decision-making. We must protect what makes each neighborhood special while addressing day to day concerns about safety, services, and quality of life. 

Our home is where we live and neighborhoods are at the heart of community and a priority consideration for every decision. True leadership ensures that no neighborhood is overlooked and that every community has a voice in shaping Yonkers' future.

Paid for by Dean for Yonkers. 

Yonkers Insider: Event: ACDY 20th Annual Gala “ACDY Golden Award” - Invitation.