Yonkers Daily Local Brief: Snow Emergency Updates and Tuesday Closings

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Snow emergency rules: travel limits, no-parking routes, and alternate lots

City officials say a local state of emergency went into effect Saturday evening, Feb. 21, with snow-emergency route rules and a travel ban that limited driving to emergency personnel and essential workers through Monday evening, Feb. 23. The city also reminded drivers that cars left on designated snow-emergency routes can be ticketed or towed, and it published a list of alternate parking options as crews work to clear streets.

Countywide road ban timed to the storm’s peak

Separately, a countywide overnight road ban was announced for late Sunday into Monday morning to keep roads clear for plows and emergency response. If you’re heading out today, expect lingering narrow lanes, snowbanks at corners, and changing conditions on side streets.

What’s open and closed today

Yonkers Public Schools closed Tuesday, Feb. 24

After the blizzard, Yonkers Public Schools were listed among Westchester school closures for today. Families should watch for building-specific updates on activities, meals, and any rescheduled events as cleanup continues.

Yonkers Public Library: delayed opening at noon

Yonkers Public Library posted that all locations are scheduled to open at noon today, Tuesday, Feb. 24. If you’re planning a pickup or a study session, it’s worth double-checking program schedules since some morning events may shift.

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Board of Education stated meeting canceled

The Yonkers Board of Education’s stated meeting planned for Wednesday, Feb. 25 was canceled due to the widespread impact of the blizzard. The district said it will share updated plans as they are set.

Looking ahead

Philipse Manor Hall debuts a new Revolutionary War-themed board game

Families looking for a low-key weekend activity can try a new in-house board game at Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site on Saturday, Feb. 28. The drop-in program is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 29 Warburton Ave. in Yonkers, and it’s geared toward local Revolutionary-era history.

Road travel is improving, but give extra time for neighborhood streets.
Move vehicles off posted snow-emergency routes to avoid towing.
Confirm openings and schedules before you go.