Phil Zisman

Series: A Tree Grows in Yonkers–One in a Million

This is the eighth in a series of stories about trees in Yonkers

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.

Series: A Tree Grows in Yonkers – Battle of the sexes? No, it’s just burls being burls and galls being galls

The 7th in a series of focused articles on the topic of a particular tree in Yonkers.

An Early Look at Yonkers’ 2026/27 Budget – Can the City Avoid Large Property Tax Increases and Cutbacks?

Phil Zisman interviews Finance Commission for the first look at the Yonkers 2026/2027 Budget

Series: A Tree Grows in Yonkers-What’s Happening Here? You Decide

The next installment of A Tree Grows in Yonkers Series by Phil Zisman

Exclusive: Mayor Spano Sees Budget Challenges Ahead; Freezes Hiring, Trims Spending

Mayor Mike Spano talks about the budget in light of County cuts.

Series: A Tree Grows in Yonkers-Not a Tasty Sandwich

The Spotted Lanternfly is invading Yonkers and across the state. They love a particular tree-the Tree of Heaven. We don't love this tree!