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Posted on: August 21, 2023

NEW YORK STATE POLICE INVESTIGATES INCIDENT INVOLVING OFF DUTY MOUNT VERNON POLICE OFFICER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

August 21, 2023

Mount Vernon, NY- The New York State Police is investigating a shooting that occurred on the 300 block of South 4th Avenue on Sunday August 20, 2023.As a result of this incident involving an off-duty Mount Ver...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: August 9, 2023

YOUTH ARRESTED WITH 5 LOADED HANDGUNS AT HIS RESIDENCE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 09, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A 17-year-old Mount Vernon Youth was arrested for possessing 5 loaded handguns. At approximately 05:00 am, on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, Members of the Mount Vern...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 31, 2023

Mount Vernon Man Shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police are investigating a shooting that left a victim’s vehicle damaged. At around 7:15 AM on Sunday, July 30, 2023 Mount Vernon Police resp...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 27, 2023

YOUTH ARRESTED WITH A LOADED GUN AT MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 27, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A 16-year-old Mount Vernon Youth was arrested for possessing a loaded gun at Mount Vernon High School. At approximately 10:30 am, on Thursday, July 27, 2023, Mount ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 27, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN SHOT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 27, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police are investigating a shooting that left one man injured. At around 6:45 AM on Thursday, July 27, 2023, Mount Vernon Police responded to the area ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 19, 2023

CITY OF MOUNT VERNON STATEMET ON INDICTMENT OF MOUNT VERNON POLICE SEARGENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mount Vernon NY, July 19, 2023- The alleged conduct predicating the Department of Justice's charges is abhorrent and erodes the public's trust in the hard-working men and women of the Mount Vernon Police Department. ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 19, 2023

CITY OF MOUNT VERNON STATEMET ON INDITMENT OF MOUNT VERNON POLICE OFFICER

The alleged conduct predicating the Department of Justice's charges is abhorrent and erodes the public's trust in the hard-working men and women of the Mount Vernon Police Department. The PattersonHoward administration understands the o...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 7, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN SHOT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 7, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

An employee of the Mount Vernon Department of Public Works was shot on North Terrace Avenue, this morning. On Friday July 7, 2023, at around 8:25 AM, Mount Vernon Po...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 14, 2023

MAYOR SHAWYN PATTERSON-HOWARD AND NYS ASSEMBLYMAN PRETLOW ANNOUNCE $1 MILLION IN FUNDING FOR MOUNT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 14, 2023

Mount Vernon, NY - Mayor Shawyn Patterson Howard and NYS Assemblyman Pretlow are proud to announce a significant milestone in the restoration and revitalization of Mount Vernon's historical gem, the Mount Vernon ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 6, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN CHARGED IN APRIL 6TH MURDER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 6, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520 

On Tuesday, April 25, 202, 33-year-old Akeem Grant, of Mount Vernon was arraigned in Mount Vernon City Court, for the April 6, 2023, murder of 18-year-old ...

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Posted on: June 2, 2023

MAYOR SHAWYN PATTERSON-HOWARD AND NYS ASSEMBLYMAN J. GARY PRETLOW ANNOUNCE $1 MILLION IN FUNDING SU

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

June 2, 2023 

Today, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard and NYS Assemblyman J. Gary Pretlow announced $1 Million in funding supporting the reconstruction of the Mount Vernon Animal Shelter. The much-needed funding aims to provide e...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 2, 2023

NEW ROCHELLE MAN STABBED, SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A New Rochelle man is recovering in Jacobi Medical Center from stab wounds and the suspect is in custody in Mount Vernon. On Thursday, June 1, 2023, at about 7:45 PM...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 1, 2023

BRONX MAN ARRESTED FOR APRIL SHOOTING

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A Bronx man was arrested in connection with the April 21, 2023, shooting of a Mount Vernon woman inside of a local business. On April 21, 2023, at about 5:30 PM, 48 ...

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Posted on: May 22, 2023

MOUNT VERNON DETECTIVES RECOVER 4 ILLEGAL GUNS IN 3 INCIDENTS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 22, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police, Violent Crime Unit Detectives, recovered a total of four illegal firearms during three separate incidents in just over 24 hours. The first incid...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 18, 2023

BRONX MAN ARRESTED WITH A LOADED GUN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 18, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

After a brief chase, a Bronx man was arrested for possessing a loaded gun. Shortly after 1:30 PM on Thursday, May 18, 2023, Mount Vernon Detectives attempted to stop...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 12, 2023

MOUNT VERNON POLICE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

(Mount Vernon, NY, May 12, 2023) - Commissioner Glenn Scott of the Mount Vernon Police Department has announced his retirement to focus on personal endeavors. Commissioner Scott has served the community of Mount Vernon with dedication...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 10, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN STABBED, SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 10, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A Mount Vernon man was hospitalized after being stabbed late Tuesday morning. At around 11:45 AM, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, Mount Vernon Police were dispatched to the...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 9, 2023

COMMERICAL PROPERTY FIRE AT 24 MOUNT VERNON AVENUE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 9, 2023

[Mount Vernon, NY]] – On Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 12:12 am, the Fire Alarm Bureau received 911 calls of a reported structural fire at 24 Mount Vernon Avenue. The first Fire Department crew was on the scene withi...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 24, 2023

Mount Vernon Police Seek Assistance Identifying Shooter

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 24, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police are seeking the public’s assistance identifying the man responsible for shooting a Mount Vernon woman.At approximately 5:30 PM, on Fr...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 24, 2023

AFRICAN AMERICAN MAYORS ASSOCIATION APPOINTS MAYOR SHAWYN PATTERSONHOWARD AS NEW PRESIDENT

(Mount Vernon, NY) - The African American Mayors Association (AAMA) is excited to announce the appointment of AAMA 1st Vice President and Mount Vernon, NY Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard as the new President to lead the national nonprofit organization. Mayo...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 21, 2023

2 YOUTH ARRESTED FOR WEAPON POSSESSION IN MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISCTRICT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 21, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

In separate incidents, two Mount Vernon School District youths were arrested today and charged with weapons possession. Both incidents occurred on school grounds.I...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 18, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN ARRESTED WITH GUN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 18, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police Department Detectives arrested a man with a loaded handgun and a second man was arrested for interfering in the arrest. On Tuesday, April 18, 2...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 14, 2023

MAYOR SHAWYN PATTERSON-HOWARD’S STATEMENT ON KELA TENNIS INC. DECISION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 14, 2023

The City offered 1.2 million last week which was rejected by the attorneys for Kela Tennis Inc. This money was from the contingency funds we allocated in our 2023 budget, and it was offered in consultation with the May...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 10, 2023

MOUNT VERNON MAN ARRESTED FOR SLASHING

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 10, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police have arrested a Mount Vernon man for slashing another resident's throat. On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at about 8:00 PM, two Mount Vernon...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 7, 2023

Arrest Made in April 6, 2023 Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 7, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon Police Department announces that an arrest has been made in the April 6, 2023, murder of 18 yearold Tamani Turner. On April 7, 2023, Mount Vernon Poli...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 6, 2023

Mount Vernon Police Department Detectives Investigating Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 6, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tomani Turner, the 18-year-old victim of the shooting incident that occurred on Garden Avenue earlier today...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 6, 2023

18 Year-old Mount Vernon Man Shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 6, 2021

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Mount Vernon, Police Department Detectives, is investigating a shooting that injured one man.Shortly after 12:30 PM, Mount Vernon Police Officers were dispatched to...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: March 23, 2023

Mount Vernon Police Involved in Pursuit of Armed Subject

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 23, 2023

Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

Detectives from the Mount Vernon Police Violent Crime Unit were involved in a foot pursuit of a man armed 

with a gun. At around 3:30 PM on Thursday, March...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Arrest Made In March 9th Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  March 14, 2023 

Contact:  Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520 

 

Mount Vernon Police Department Detectives have made an arrest in connection with the March 9, 2023, murder of&...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Mount Vernon Police Investigating Homicide

Mount Vernon Police Investigating Homicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 9, 2023Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520 

Mount Vernon Police Department Detectives are investigating a shooting that left one dead. 

At around 10...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: March 10, 2023

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard's Statement on Juvenile Homicide

The City of Mount Vernon loss another life to senseless violence. Another child is dead. Another mother, father, and family must mourn their child and the potential that died with him. 

My heart is broken by this senseless and inexcusable murder, ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: February 8, 2023

CITY OF MOUNT VERNON UNIFIED RESPONSE TO DISINFORMATION RELATED TO SCHOOL TAXES

MAYOR, COMPTROLLER, CITY COUNCIL SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT - RESPOND TO ‘SCHOOL DISTRICT DISINFORMATION’ IN LETTER TO NEW YORK STATE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In an effort to correct the public record - and respond to disinfo...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: January 13, 2023

CITING CONCERN FOR PUBLIC SAFETY, MOUNT VERNON TEMPORARILY CLOSES FULTON AVENUE AND EAST THIRD STRE

CITING CONCERN FOR PUBLIC SAFETY, MOUNT VERNON TEMPORARILY CLOSES FULTON AVENUE AND EAST THIRD STREET BRIDGE/OVERPASSFor Immediate Release: January 11, 2023  

Moving quickly on the New York State Department of Transportation’s cited conc...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: December 21, 2022

Statement By Mount Vernon Comptroller Darren Morton

STATEMENT BY MOUNT VERNON COMPTROLLER DARREN MORTON

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 21, 2022 - During the regular monthly review of the City’s bank accounts by my office, we discovered approximately 20 unauthorized electronic debit payments charged to one of...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: December 19, 2022

Yonkers Man Shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDecember 19, 2022Contact: Office of the Police Commissioner 914-665-2520

A Yonkers man was shot early this afternoon on the 200 block of South 9th Av.

Shortly after 1:30 PM on Monday, December 19, 2022, Mount Vernon Police resp...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Mount Vernon Partners With Humane Society of Westchester

MOUNT VERNON PARTNERS WITH HUMANE SOCIETY OF WESTCHESTER

New Partnership Solves Issue of Taxpayers Maintaining Antiquated Building, While Assuring Professional and Humane Care for City’s Animals

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 16, 2022 - Th...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: December 16, 2022

Mount Vernon Is Pleased To Announce We Are Partnering With Simplicity To Launch A New App!

Mount Vernon Is Pleased To Announce We Are Partnering With Simplicity To Deliver Information To Our Residents

Simplicity is a reliable app that gives you city information in real time. Including information on meetings, events, emergency alerts, changes in...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: December 6, 2022

Mount Vernon Kicks Off Comprehensive Planning Process

MOUNT VERNON KICK OFF COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING PROCESS

Mayor Patterson-Howard Announces Start of City’s First Comprehensive Plan Since 1968 & Launches ‘Envision Mount Vernon’ Planning Process

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

December 6, ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: October 14, 2022

10/14/22 - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Appoints Tamika A. Coverdale to City Court Judge

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: OCTOBER 14, 2022

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Appoints Tamika A. Coverdale to City Court Judge

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard announced the appointment of Tamika A. Coverdale as the newest Mount Vernon City Court Judge. Tamika A. Cove...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 29, 2022

9/29/22 - 2 Arrested in 2 Separate Gun Possession Incidents in the Past 3 Days, 2 Guns Recovered

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

2 Arrested in 2 Separate Gun Possession Incidents in the Past 3 Days, 2 Guns Recovered

Mount Vernon Police Officers made two separate gun arrests in the past 3 days, the first occurring on 09/24/22, while police wer...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 28, 2022

9/28/22 - MVPD Investigating 2 Shooting Incidents At The Same Location Just Hours Apart

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

MVPD Investigating Two Shooting Incidents At The Same Location Just Hours Apart

Mount Vernon Police are currently investigating two shooting incidents that occurred just hours apart in the area of 215 Union Ave.

At a...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 21, 2022

9/21/22 - Several People Shot While Attending A Vigil

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Several People Shot While Attending A Vigil

Four people were shot in an incident that occurred on Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 at approx. 9:25 PM in the area of 333 South 8th Ave.

At approximately 9:25 PM, on Tuesda...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 19, 2022

9/19/22 - 4 Arrested in 3 Incidents Early Monday Morning, 3 Guns Recovered

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

4 Arrested in 3 Incidents Early Monday Morning, 3 Guns Recovered

Mount Vernon Police Officers, working early Monday morning made four felony arrests, stemming from three separate incidents.

The first incident occurre...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 16, 2022

9/16/22 - Mount Vernon City Court Judge Vacancy

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Mount Vernon City Court Judge Vacancy

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard and The City of Mount Vernon are currently considering applications to fill the City Court Judge vacancy due to the untimely death of Judge William...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 13, 2022

9/13/22 - Memorial Field Ribbon Cutting & Press Tour

***MEDIA ADVISORY***

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

County Executive George Latimer, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Host Ribbon Cutting & Press Tour Of The New Memorial Field

**EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC**

Westchester County Executive Georg...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 8, 2022

9/8/22 - Mount Vernon Man Arrested For Violent Assault

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Mount Vernon Man Arrested For Violent Assault

A Mount Vernon man was arrested on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, for a violent attack on another resident on 7th Avenue.

On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, shortly before 4:...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: September 4, 2022

9/4/22 - Mount Vernon Man Shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Mount Vernon Man Shot

A Mount Vernon man is in stable condition at Jacobi Medical Center after being shot in the early morning hours on Sunday, September 4, 2022.

Shortly before 1:40 AM, Sunday, September 4, 2022 Moun...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: August 29, 2022

8/29/22 - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard on the Passing of Judge William Edwards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 29, 2022

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard on the Passing of Judge William Edwards

I am deeply saddened by the sudden and untimely passing of Judge William Edwards today. I had the personal privilege to work with Judge Edwards in t...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: August 11, 2022

8/11/22 - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Welcomes McKissack & McKissack to the City of Mount Vernon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 11, 2022

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Welcomes McKissack & McKissack to The City of Mount Vernon

On Thursday, August 11, 2022, Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard welcomed McKissack and McKissack to the City of Mount Vernon. McK...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: August 9, 2022

8/9/22 - Mount Vernon Police Department Swears In New Deputy Commissioner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: AUGUST 9, 2022

Mount Vernon Police Department Swears in New Deputy Commissioner

The Mount Vernon Police Department hosted a swearing-in ceremony for their new Deputy Commissioner David Gibson on Monday, August 8, 2022. Deputy Commissi...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 24, 2022

7/24/22 - Arrest Made in July 22nd Murder of New Rochelle Man

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 24, 2022

Arrest Made In July 22nd Murder of New Rochelle

Robert Higgins, a 56-year-old New Rochelle man, has been identified as the victim who was found fatally stabbed inside of a Mount Vernon business.

Shortly before 11 pm, on F...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 23, 2022

7/23/22 - New Rochelle Man Killed in Mount Vernon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 23, 2022

New Rochelle Man Killed in Mount Vernon

A New Rochelle man was found fatally stabbed inside of a Mount Vernon business.

Shortly before 11 pm, on Friday, July 22, 2022, Mount Vernon Police were called to New Line Taxi, 72 ...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 23, 2022

7/23/22 - Mount Vernon Woman Stabbed During Argument With Her Hairdresser

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 23, 2022

Mount Vernon Woman Stabbed During Argument With Her Hairdresser

A Mount Vernon woman was stabbed during an argument with her hairdresser.

On Friday July 22, 2022, shortly before 8 pm, Mount Vernon Police Officers responde...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 23, 2022

7/23/22 - Mount Vernon Man Grazed in Head By Bullet

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JULY 23, 2022

Mount Vernon Man Grazed in Head By Bullet

A Mount Vernon man is lucky to be alive after being grazed in the head by a bullet.

At approximately 9:20 PM, on Friday, July 22, 2022, Mount Vernon Police responded to the area o...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 22, 2022

7/22/22 - Mount Vernon Man Shot In Parking Lot of Supermarket

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 22, 2022

Mount Vernon Man Shot In Parking Lot of Supermarket

A Mount Vernon man was shot in the parking lot of a city supermarket this afternoon.

Shortly after 2 pm on Friday, July 22, 2022, Mount Vernon Police responded to the p...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: July 19, 2022

7/19/22 - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Announces Launch of Level Up Pilot Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JULY 19, 2022

Guaranteed Income Program Comes To Mount Vernon: Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Announces Launch of Level-Up Pilot Program

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard joined local officials and community partners today to announce the...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 27, 2022

6/27/22 - Mount Vernon Man Shot Early Monday Morning

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JUNE 27, 2022

Mount Vernon Man Shot Early Monday Morning

A Mount Vernon man was shot early Monday morning inside of an illegal social club. At approximately 1:30 AM on Monday June 27, 2022, Mount Vernon Police Officers responded to t...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 27, 2022

6/27/22 - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Negotiates Lowest Gas Prices in the State For MV Residents

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JUNE 27, 2022

Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard Negotiates What is Believed to be the Lowest Gas Prices in the State of New York - Exclusively for Mount Vernon Residents

Responding to the crisis at the fuel pump that challenges so many l...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 24, 2022

6/24/22 - MV City Courts Marks The 1yr Anniversary of the Emerging Adult Justice Part of The Court

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 24, 2022

Mount Vernon City Courts Marks the One-Year Anniversary of the Emerging Adult Justice Part (“EAJP”) of the Court

On Friday June 17, 2022, today marks the one-year anniversary of the official launching...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: June 5, 2022

6/5/22 - Mount Vernon Police Investigating Early Morning Domestic Murder-Suicide

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: JUNE 5TH, 2022

Mount Vernon Police Investigating Early Morning Domestic Murder-Suicide

At approximately 5:49 am, MVPD responded to a home on South 14th Ave to investigate a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, two persons were located...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 16, 2022

5/16/22 - Two Mount Vernon Men Shot

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 16, 2022

Two Mount Vernon Men Were Shot on South Second Avenue on Sunday Night

Shortly after 9:00 PM, on Sunday May 15, 2022, Mount Vernon Police received reports of shots fired in the area of South Second Avenue and East Third St...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: May 9, 2022

5/9/22 - United States Conference of Mayors Host Roundtable To Boost Mount Vernon Small Businesses

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MAY 9, 2022

United States Conference of Mayors Host Roundtable to Boost Mount Vernon Small Businesses

Mount Vernon, NY - Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard, City of Mount Vernon hosted a Small Business Roundtable event with the United Stat...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 25, 2022

4/25/22 - MVPD Launches New Wellness & Community Affairs Division and Wellness Precinct

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 25, 2022

MVPD Launches New Wellness and Community Affairs Division Alongside Wellness Precinct

Mount Vernon, NY- On Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 9am, the City of Mount Vernon will announce the creation of the Mount Vernon...

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Press Release & Media Advisories
Posted on: April 28, 2022

4/28/22 - Mount Vernon Arbor Day Celebration 2022 kicks off with a new Tree Advisory Board

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: APRIL 28, 2022

Mount Vernon Arbor Day Celebration 2022 Planting Season Kicks Off With a New Tree Advisory Board

On Saturday, April 30th, at 11 a.m., Mount Vernon will acknowledge the 150th year of the National Arbor ...

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