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Hi there, Chappaqua! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How common are black bear encounters on Chappaqua's North County Trailway?

Also on today's calendar: Open House in Putnam Valley and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A t-storm in the afternoon, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Monday: Partly sunny with a shower, temps: high: 79, low: 57.
  • Tuesday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 77 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 7 New York Hiking Trails Locals Avoid In Summer And Fall Because Of Active Black Bears (takingthekids.com) — If you walk or bike the North County Trailway through Chappaqua and New Castle, you're sharing it with regularly sighted black bears, especially in summer and fall. Police have issued multiple advisories after bears appeared right on the paved path, urging residents to keep kids and pets close, secure garbage and bird feeders, and avoid leaving food along the trail to prevent dangerous habituation.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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