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Putnam Thanks its Heroes
Ceremonies, parades, wreath-laying commemorations, and many other events took place across Putnam on Nov. 11 to mark Veterans Day. From service organizations, to schools, local governments, and even individual communities, these guests of honor were celebrated for their service and sacrifice. Here, Brewster American Legion Post 71 and VFW Post 672 hosted a ceremony at Veterans Park/Electrozone Field.
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Absentees to Decide Some Town Races
Republican Jake D’Angelo celebrates his win for County Legislature, with friends, family, and supporters. Come January, he will become the youngest Putnam legislator in the county’s history. By Holly Crocco Editor’s Note: The following ballot counts are as of Friday, Nov. 7. Absentee and mail-in ballots are still being counted – and received – by the Putnam County Board of Elections, and with several extremely close races, many winners are still undecided from the Nov. 4 elec
Nov 114 min read


Putnam Youth Bureau Moves to Tilly Foster
County Executive Kevin Byrne, joined by Youth Bureau Director Janeen Cunningham and other dignitaries, cuts the ribbon to mark the opening of the new Putnam County Youth Bureau offices at Tilly Foster Farm. The Putnam County Youth Bureau celebrated the grand opening of its new offices at Tilly Foster Farm last week with a ribbon cutting that drew well over 100 attendees, including representatives from local schools, BOCES, parks departments, community organizations, youth age
Nov 32 min read


Thousands Rally for ‘No Kings’ in Brewster
A reported 4,000 people attended the No Kings Day rally Oct. 18 at Wells Park in Brewster, to demonstrate against what organizers describe as the authoritarian  policies of President Donald Trump  and corruption  in his administration. Featured speakers included Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado, actress Carrie Coon, economist Michael Meeropol, and representatives from the Communications Workers of America and Hispanic Democrats of Westchester. Provided photo.
Oct 271 min read


Community Rallies to ‘Save Sybil’
A re-enactor addresses attendees at an Oct. 12 rally on the shore of Lake Gleneida in Carmel to support the refurbishing of the statue of famed 16-year-old Patriot Sybil Ludington. A rally in support of the restoration of the Sybil Ludington statue on the shore of Lake Gleneida in Carmel took place Oct. 12, where local leaders gathered at the bronze structure that memorializes the 16-year-old female equestrian. The collaborative event was organized by the county’s Revolutiona
Oct 221 min read


Columbus Day Parade Sails Through Mahopac Once Again
After a six-year hiatus, the 32 nd  annual Putnam County Columbus Day parade, hosted by the Italian American Club of Mahopac, returned Oct. 5 to the hamlet, where residents and visitors lined the street to celebrate. Honorary Grand Marshals Bonnie Palmiero and Joseph Fierro, Little Miss Columbus Anastasia Cefaloni, Master Columbus Andrew Henderson, IAC President Guilio Cefaloni, Carmel Police Chief Anthony Hoffmann, and Fr. Szymon Kurpios of St. John the Evangelist Church cut
Oct 141 min read


Byrne Proposes Lowest Property Tax Rate Since ’07
County Executive Kevin Byrne, Acting Sheriff Brian Hess, and family of the late Sheriff Kevin McConville unveil a rendering of the...
Oct 65 min read


County Sales Tax Sharing Begins Dec. 1
Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne is joined by town and village leaders, as well as state representatives at last week's press...
Sep 293 min read


Brewster Firemen’s Parade a Hit!
The Brewster Fire Department hosted its annual dress parade Sept. 13, featuring marching bands, emergency services volunteers and...
Sep 221 min read


Brewster School Featured on ‘Good Morning America’
C.V. Star students in Danielle Michielini’s art class created an exhibit to recognize International Dot Day, which was featured on “Good...
Sep 152 min read


Welcome Back, Students!
Students across New York State went back to school last week, with a promising 2025-26 school year ahead of them. At Mahopac Central...
Sep 91 min read


Hundreds Pay Respect as Sheriff McConville is Laid to Rest
First responders line the street as Sheriff Kevin McConville is laid to rest Aug. 27 in Cold Spring. Photo courtesy of the Putnam County...
Sep 13 min read


Putnam Mourns Loss of Sheriff Kevin McConville
The late Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville. By Holly Crocco Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville passed away the morning of Aug....
Aug 263 min read


A Water Fight for the Ages!
Patterson Fire Department held the biggest water fight in known town history Aug. 10, when more than 300 participants lined Route 311 to...
Aug 171 min read


Carmel Opens New Adaptive Playground at Airport Park
State Sen. Pete Harckham is joined by Carmel Town Supervisor Mike Cazzari, town board members, and community members at the recent ribbon...
Aug 111 min read


Historic Whipple-Feeley Chapel Rededicated at Veterans Park
Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne addresses the crowd gathered for the rededication the Whipple-Feeley Putnam County Veterans Memorial...
Aug 43 min read


Food, Fun & Friends at Annual St. James Feast
St. James the Apostle Church in Carmel once again invited community members to enjoy food, live music, bouncy attractions and games,...
Jul 281 min read


Strong Storm Causes Damage in Putnam
The Hudson Valley InterArts building at 40 Jon Barrett Road in Patterson was damaged in last week’s torrential rain. Photo by Patterson...
Jul 212 min read


Are You Ready for the County Fair & 4-H Showcase?
Livestock exhibits are a must-see each year. Additional photos are on page xxxx. Â Get ready for a weekend of classic cars, milkshakes,...
Jul 143 min read


Brewster Celebrates Pre-K Graduates
High school seniors weren’t the only ones to wear a graduation cap last month. Here, universal pre-kindergarten students in Brewster...
Jul 91 min read
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