Decision 2026: Mount Vernon Election Guide

The polls open at 6 a.m. on Tuesday for the historic midterm general election. Here's what you need to know to make your voice heard.

Complete Mount Vernon Unofficial 2025 Election Results

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

Election Day 2025 In Mount Vernon: 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.

Mount Vernon To Give Out 400 Free Residential Security Cameras

Residents can sign up through a special website, city officials said.

County Exec Jenkins On The Anniversary Of The Death Of Det Christopher Ridley

"On this solemn day, we honor the life and sacrifice of Detective Christopher Ridley, who gave his life serving and protecting others."

4 Westchester Cities Team Up To Reduce Emissions Together

Yonkers, New Rochelle, White Plains and Mount Vernon will work towards a shared goal of reducing building emissions significantly.

Mount Vernon Allocates $1.2 Million For Guaranteed Income Program

"It made a difference. It really supplemented and helped you to make different decisions," Mount Vernon resident Randy Cooper said.

Bowman Announces The Formation Of New Congressional Hip-Hop Taskforce

"Without Hip-Hop, I would not be here as a member of Congress," Bowman said of the unique effort to tackle serious issues.

Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano Wins Unprecedented Fourth Term, Beating Challenger Anthony Merante

Results show Spano with 60% of the vote versus challenger Anthony Merante.

Election 2023: Mt Vernon Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Earns 2nd Term

The hard-fought and sometimes bitter campaigning is over, the voters have made their choices and ballots have been tallied.

Election Day 2023 In Mount Vernon: What You Need To Know

It's time to make your voice heard. Find your local polling place and what your ballot will look like where you live.

Mount Vernon General Election Early Voting Guide 2023

Find out when and where you can vote early in Westchester and what your ballot will look like where you live.

Mount Vernon Mayor Named To State Department Assembly of Local Leaders

Shawyn Patterson-Howard will particiate in the inaugural assembly in January along with two dozen other municipal leaders.

Feds Get Consent Decree Over Mount Vernon Storm Sewer Pollution

The city admitted to Clean Water Act violations, will pay civil penalties and agreed to comprehensive injunction relief.

Mount Vernon To Find Revenue By 'Putting Assets To Work'

The "PAW" program was conceived to help cities identify "potential goldmines" in properties owned by municipalities.

DEC Earns recognition From Google For Air Quality Monitoring Project

The study taking place in New Rochelle, Mt. Vernon and Yonkers hopes to find sources of air quality issues in disadvantaged communities.

Mount Vernon Mayor Asks State To Review City Building Department

The mayor said she asked for the Department of State Division of Building Standards and Codes to step in after complaints.

Wading In A 'Lost River' Finds A Whole Other World Worth Saving

Our Save the Sound guide in the tidal waters of the Hutchinson River points to small changes that could mean big watershed improvements.

Mount Vernon Public Meetings This Week

Check out the calendar and find an opportunity to nurture our institutions, protect our freedoms and help lead our leaders close to home.

Biden Infrastructure Advisor Visits Hudson Valley In Wake Of Floods

Sen. Gillibrand brought federal, state & local officials to a roundtable on resilient infrastructure in an era of climate change.

No Announced Mount Vernon Meetings This Week

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Industrial Development Agency: Mount Vernon Meetings On Tap

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Real Estate Committee: Mount Vernon Independence Week Meetings

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Patterson-Howard Wins Mount Vernon Mayoral Primary Vote In Landslide

Democratic candidates were vying for Mount Vernon mayor and city council seats.

Mount Vernon Primary Election Day Is Here: What You Need To Know

Democratic candidates are vying for mayor and city council.

Comprehensive Plan Workshop: Mount Vernon Meetings On Tap

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Townhouse Development: Mount Vernon Meetings On Tap

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Civic Facility Saved: Mount Vernon Armory Gets $1M For Restoration

"The Mount Vernon Armory holds a special place in our city's history," the mayor said of the significance of the funding.

Active Shooter Instructor Certification: Mount Vernon Meetings On Tap

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Mount Vernon Primary Guide: Who's On The Ballot, How To Vote

Democratic candidates are vying for mayor and city council.

Comprehensive Plan Real Estate Round Table: Mount Vernon Meetings

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Board Of Estimate & Contract: Mount Vernon Government Meetings

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Spano Calls For Affordable Housing Program Audit In Wake Of Scandal

The mayor called for the probe after County Legislator Christopher Johnson was accused by a fellow lawmaker of abusing the program.

Gun Buyback Event: Mount Vernon Government Meetings

Check out the calendar and find an opportunity to nurture our institutions, protect our freedoms and help lead our leaders close to home.

'They Are Now Our Guests': More Asylum Seekers Arrive In Westchester

Calling Yonkers a "city of immigrants," Mayor Spano said a lack of communication from the NYC mayor has hampered local efforts to help.

Asylum-Seekers Arrive At Westchester Hotel From NYC Overnight

According to reports, officials were caught off-guard after receiving indications that NYC would not be placing migrants here immediately.

New 8-Story Apartment Building: Mount Vernon Gov. Meetings

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Clerical Error Addressed: Mount Vernon Meetings This Week

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Cable Television Rates: Mount Vernon Government Meetings This Week

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Patterson-Howard Named African American Mayors Association President

The Mount Vernon mayor said she plans to leverage the strength of the association to deliver for the historically underserved.