Peekskill Daily Briefing: February 7, 2026

Good afternoon, Peekskill. With a deep freeze gripping the lower Hudson Valley, today’s news is all about staying warm, staying safe, and still finding a little room for community and culture.

Neighborhood Center opens as warming site

The city has designated the main level community room at the Neighborhood Center as a warming center this weekend. The space is open today, Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and will reopen on Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., offering residents a heated place to take a break from the cold.

City officials are encouraging anyone who is without reliable heat, or who just needs a safe place to warm up for a few hours, to make use of the site. Residents are also urged to check in on vulnerable neighbors, especially older adults and families with small children.

Wind advisory and fire department reminders

A National Weather Service wind advisory is in effect for Westchester County through late tonight, with gusty winds expected to make already cold temperatures feel even harsher. The Peekskill Fire Department is highlighting the alert and monitoring conditions as the cold snap continues.

Residents are reminded to use space heaters carefully, keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heat sources, and never use ovens or grills for home heating. If you lose power or smell smoke or gas, you are urged to call 911 rather than trying to troubleshoot dangerous equipment on your own.

Weekend arts and events around the river towns

Even with the cold, there are still ways to get out for a bit of culture within a short drive of downtown Peekskill. A regional events calendar highlights options like a Valentine’s concert by a local chorus, improv comedy, and multiple art exhibitions along the Hudson, scheduled for today and this evening.

For those who do venture out, allow extra time on the roads, bundle up in layers, and plan your trip around the worst of the wind and cold. For everyone else, it might be a perfect night to support local venues by buying advance tickets or memberships while staying cozy at home.

Sources

• https://www.cityofpeekskillny.gov/m/NewsFlash
• https://www.cityofpeekskillfire.com/
• https://patch.com/new-york/peekskill/calendar/event/20241011/4526547f-1a7e-4e89-892f-0df276f23a42/los-lobos-50th-anniversary-tour-comes-to-the-paramount