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.

Following a reported physical assault of a woman that took place last week on the Putnam County Trailway in Carmel, County Executive Kevin Byrne has issued an executive order directing immediate measures to improve safety and security across the county’s trail system and other public spaces, and “reaffirming his administration’s commitment to public safety and the rule of law.” On Oct. 19, the Carmel Police Department – along with Kent police and sheriff’s deputies – responde

By Holly Crocco The Kent Town Board on Oct. 21 passed a resolution to override the state-mandated 2 percent property tax cap for 2026, as it continues to whittle down a tentative $19.2 million spending plan. According to Director of Finance Cristina Cahill, after deducting about $4.2 million in revenue, the tax levy comes out to about $15 million – up from the $13.4 million tax levy for 2025. “Why such a big increase, is the typical costs,” she explained at the board meeting.

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

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 4, with polls open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. For polling locations, and other information, visit boe.putnamcountyny.gov . For the Office of Putnam County Sheriff, Acting Sheriff Brian Hess, a Republican, is being challenged by independent Lawrence Burke. For Putnam County Legislature District 5, which represents Carmel, Democrat Brett Yarris is running against Republican Jake D’Angelo. For county legislator in District 6, which represents Brewster, R

By Holly Crocco The Southeast Town Board it trying to chip away at the tentative proposed 2026 budget that was introduced by Supervisor Nick Durante in September and would raise the tax levy by 10.95 percent. “I do think percentages are hard to sometimes accept,” Durante said at the Oct. 9 town board meeting. “What I’d like to speak to is the dollar amount.” He explained that the 10.95 percent increase would equate to about $50 in taxes more next year for the average househol

A man was arrested last week after causing a scare in Patterson. According to Putnam County Acting Sherrif Brian Hess, shortly after 5 p.m. Oct. 16, deputies were called to an incident involving a male subject dressed in full camouflage who allegedly menaced a neighbor with what appeared to be a firearm. The man then barricaded himself inside his residence and alluded to having an explosive device. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team and Hostage Negotiati

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

By Holly Crocco During a Sept. 29 special meeting of the Southeast Town Board, Supervisor Nick Durante took some heat for presenting a tentative budget that raises the tax levy by almost 11 percent – blowing the state-mandated property tax cap of 4.23 percent for the town out of the water, and adding about $50 more in taxes per household. “You’re proposing a 10.9 percent tax levy increase, which I’m honestly kind of stunned by,” said Councilman Eric Cyprus. “You started off b

County Executive Kevin Byrne, Acting Sheriff Brian Hess, and family of the late Sheriff Kevin McConville unveil a rendering of the...

By Holly Crocco Carmel Town Supervisor Mike Cazzari and Comptroller Mary Ann Maxwell presented a $36.3 million tentative budget during...

Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne is joined by town and village leaders, as well as state representatives at last week's press...

John McArdle, a former NYPD lieutenant from Carmel who oversaw rescue and recovery operations at Ground Zero, died in 2023 Legislation...

Regional officials joined together Sept. 22 to demand that the New York State Public Service Commission hold an in-person public hearing...

The Brewster Fire Department hosted its annual dress parade Sept. 13, featuring marching bands, emergency services volunteers and...

By Holly Crocco Patterson Town Supervisor Richard Williams is proposing a $16.5 million budget for 2026, which represents a 3.74 percent...

By Holly Crocco The Town of Southeast is considering amending local law to encourage residents and businesses to employ the use of solar...

C.V. Star students in Danielle Michielini’s art class created an exhibit to recognize International Dot Day, which was featured on “Good...

By Holly Crocco Brewster residents last week voted down a proposal by the Brewster Fire Department and Brewster/Southeast Joint Fire...

Larry Burke By Rob Sample A lifelong background in law enforcement coupled with a commitment to building strong ties to the community...

Students across New York State went back to school last week, with a promising 2025-26 school year ahead of them. At Mahopac Central...

By Holly Crocco The Patterson Fire Department was recently granted permission to purchase a new tower ladder truck to replace its current...

Acting Sheriff Brian Hess will run for election in November. Undersheriff James Menton is sworn into office on the steps of the Historic...

First responders line the street as Sheriff Kevin McConville is laid to rest Aug. 27 in Cold Spring. Photo courtesy of the Putnam County...

By Rob Sample Rental housing – particularly short-term rentals – has become a hot topic among municipalities of all sizes. On Aug. 21,...

By Holly Crocco Final site plan approval was recently granted to Big Geyser, Inc., to redevelop a 6.4-acre property on Sutton Place in...