Press Releases

The Yorktown Town Board voted Tuesday to deny Homeland Towers LLC’s applications to construct a new cell phone tower at 62 Granite Springs Road. The board’s rejection targeted the developer's lease, wetlands, stormwater, and tree applications, effectively halting a project that had become a lightning rod for local debate.

The Yorktown Police Department has begun its annual donation drive in observance of the Captain Kenneth Sgroi Act of Kindness Day. The collection drive, which accepts donations through March 16, will benefit two distinct causes: the non-profit organization United for The Troops and the DiNoia family, who lost their Yorktown home in a devastating fire.

According to SafeWise’s 12th annual Safest Cities in New York report, Yorktown has been named the #8 safest community in the state for 2026. This recognition comes at a critical time for New York, as the latest data reveals a challenging landscape for public safety statewide.

The Hart Library will participate in the first One County, One Read initiative, a Westchester-wide literary event designed to foster community through a shared reading experience. In honor of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, all 38 public libraries in Westchester County will encourage residents to read the same book: The Revolutionary: Samuel Adams by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Stacy Schiff.

The Town of Yorktown has unveiled a new platform for community engagement and economic development. Hello Yorktown is a multimedia online magazine designed to highlight the town as a premier destination for families and entrepreneurs. 

Yorktown Supervisor Ed Lachterman characterized Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State Address as a collection of expensive promises that lack a realistic funding plan and ignore the immediate safety and affordability needs of suburban New Yorkers.

Supervisor Ed Lachterman has written a letter to residents regarding the Proposed Granite Springs Road Cell Tower Facility. Click to read the letter and view the attachments. 

The Old Crompond Bridge was finally reopened today replacing a 106-year-old structure. A severe storm in 2023 damaged the bridge, requiring its replacement.

Yorktown will reopen the Old Crompond Road Bridge on Friday, December 19th at 9 AM after the completion of a culvert replacement. 

Beginning Wednesday, December 3, 2025 have your child write a letter to Santa Claus—North Pole and place it in the SANTA’S MAILBOX located at the front entrance to Town Hall. This program is sponsored by the Town Clerk’s  Office & the Yorktown Museum. 

If your child would like a response from one of Santa’s helpers, please deliver your letter no later than Friday, December 19th and don’t forget to include your return address in your letter!