Yonkers Daily: Blizzard cleanup, school return, and stepped-up patrols
Yonkers, NY – February 26, 2026 – Blizzard cleanup continues with snow-route rules and trash delays, schools reopening, and added patrols near worship sites.
Top local headlines
- Dig-out frustrations linger as the city works through heavy, wet snow. Some residential blocks and dead-ends reported slow plowing, even as main roads improved.
- Yonkers Public Schools plan to reopen Thursday, Feb. 26, with possible transportation delays. District crews say buildings and walkways have been readied, but families may see isolated bus and drop-off slowdowns.
- Board of Education stated meeting was canceled due to blizzard impacts. The district posted notice that the Feb. 25 meeting would not be held.
- Increased patrols planned around houses of worship across Westchester. County police and local partners say they will boost visibility through major religious observances in the coming weeks.
What it means for Yonkers today
The big story remains recovery mode. Even after the worst of the storm, the combination of packed snow, narrow side streets, and limited room to push piles has kept some neighborhoods feeling stuck. If you are still dealing with a blocked curb cut, buried hydrant, or an impassable corner, document it and use the city’s service channels so the issue lands on the right crew’s radar.
For families, the shift from closures back to normal routines is the next stress test. School reopening brings morning traffic, buses, and curbside drop-offs back into the mix, right when snowbanks can shrink visibility and tighten turning space. Give yourself extra time, and expect a few pinch points near schools and hills.
Safety and community notes
Separately, law enforcement is preparing for a stretch of holy days with more patrols and coordination around religious institutions and large gatherings. Officials emphasized there is no specific, credible threat, but the plan is meant to deter trouble and reassure communities.
Sources
- https://abc7ny.com/post/yonkers-schools-closed-third-day-city-buried-snow-blizzard/18650725/
- https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/article/2730138
- https://www.yonkerspublicschools.org/o/ps30/article/2722769
- https://yonkerstimes.com/increased-security-planned-across-westchester-during-religious-observances/
- https://www.yonkersny.gov/1247/Snow-Emergency
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