History
Learn more about the almost 400-year history of our area now known as Yonkers, New York.
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Frederick Philipse of Yonkers: A Colonial Legacy
In the annals of American history, Frederick Philipse stands as a figure whose legacy left an indelible mark on the New World.
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A Well-Spent Youth on the Corner of Rumsey Road
Yonkers resident Thea Landesberg recalls moving to a house on the corner of Rumsey Rd in 1954 and the joy that neighborhood brought her.
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Sid Caesar: Comedy’s King of Yonkers
Immigrant son, Sid Caesar, launched his iconic entertainment career from his humble home of Yonkers.
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Crestwood Resident Invites All To Join “11 Days of Kindness” Campaign Ahead of 9/11 Anniversary
The spirit of compassion that emerged in the wake of September 11 is being honored through the “11 Days of Kindness” campaign from “Pay it Forward 9/11”
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Historic Fireboat Seeks to Visit the Shores of Yonkers
A volunteer preserving a fireboat that served on 9/11 seeks to bring it to Yonkers after being added to the Register of Historic Places.
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The Tappan Zee Bridge: Connecting New York’s Past and Future
The Tappan Zee Bridge, spanning the Hudson River, holds a rich history that intertwines with the growth and development of the state.
