Mahopac Forms Committee To Discuss Changing Indian Mascot

The NY State Education Department gave the last public school holdouts till June 30 to drop Native American symbols as mascots and logos.

Storm Bringing Snow, Sleet, Up To 3 Inches Of Rain To Hudson Valley

Winter weather advisories have been issued for all but southern Westchester County, where coastal flooding is expected.

Winter Weather Advisories Issued For Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Ulster

Plan on slippery road conditions as 1 inch per hour snowfall rates are possible Wednesday afternoon into early evening.

Putnam Cooperative Extension Raising Funds For New HQ At Tilly Foster

The goal is to build a two-story barn with a large work area for demonstrations and conferences that will blend into the historic farm.

Federal Court Issues Restraining Order Against Putnam Plant Nursery

The company is accused of threatening employees and obstructing a U.S. Department of Labor investigation.

Southeast Planning Board To Discuss Proswing, Lincoln Logistics

The public hearing on Brewster Yards continues.

Obituary: Vincent LaMorte of Brewster

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday at St. Lawrence O'Toole Church.

Putnam Pushes For Emergency Responder Tax Deductions

A new tax exemption for volunteer ambulance workers and firefighters is a legislative priority for 2023.

Obituary: Josephine F. Lubrano of Brewster

Calling hours will take place Thursday at Beecher Funeral Home.

State Grants Go To Three Arts Groups In Brewster, Mahopac

The Putnam Arts Council, the Southeast Museum and the Southeast Cultural Arts Coalition have received funding from NYS Council on the Arts.

State Police ID Putnam Sheriff's Deputies Involved In Shooting

They shot a man they said they saw stabbing a woman Jan. 10 in Southeast.

Obituary: Camille McAuliffe of Brewster

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Thursday at St. Lawrence O'Toole Church.

Town ZBA Public Hearing Among Upcoming Brewster, Southeast Meetings

Check out the calendar and find an opportunity to nurture our institutions, protect our freedoms and help lead our leaders close to home.

State Police ID Man Killed By Deputies Responding To Abduction Report

According to the preliminary investigation, a call reporting domestic violence and an apparent abduction came into Kent town police Jan. 10.

NY AG's Office Opens Probe Into Officer-Involved Shooting In Southeast

According to the AG's office, two deputies fired their weapons at the man.

Man Wielding Knife Killed By Officer In Southeast: Police

Police had been called to a domestic violence incident, the Putnam Sheriff's Office reported.

Cortlandt Man Accused Of Burglaries In Putnam, Westchester Counties

He faces court proceedings in both jurisdictions.

Choice of NY Receives Pre-Trial Services Grant

This grant was provided by the Westchester County Department of Probation

National Smash-and-Grab ID Theft Ring Targeted Putnam County

The Sheriff's Office was involved in the massive operation to catch the conspirators, two of whom are New York residents.

Southeast Planning Board Reconsiders Local Law On Keeping Animals

Check out the calendar and find an opportunity to nurture our institutions, protect our freedoms and help lead our leaders close to home.

Signs Of Change: Putnam's New County Exec Pulls Down VIP Parking Spots

The new county executive not only ordered it, he helped make it happen.

Byrne Sworn In As Putnam County Executive

Supporters packed Carmel High School's auditorium for the ceremony.

Pipeline Gas Venting Announced In Southeast Per New State Law

The notification came from Enbridge about the Algonquin Pipeline venting station in Southeast.

Obituary: Robert W. Burns, Longtime Brewster Resident

He was a member of the Brewster Fire Department for more than half-a-century.

Cortlandt Man Dies In Putnam Valley Crash

Police said he was alone on Route 301.

Brewster Village Trustees To Meet Wednesday

Check out the calendar and find an opportunity to nurture our institutions, protect our freedoms and help lead our leaders close to home.

New Year’s Eve 2022 In, Around Brewster

2022 is coming to an end and there are plenty of places where you can celebrate in the Hudson Valley

2 Putnam Towns Receive Climate Smart Communities Grants

One wants to develop a bicycle and pedestrian plan and the other is working on conserving energy and reducing emissions.

25th Annual Putnam Firefighters, Police Blood Drive Is Friday

Sign up to give blood as an act of civic generosity.

New York State Officials Expand NYSEG Billing Investigation

Consumer complaints about NYSEG and RG&E jumped 60% in 2022, according to the Department of Public Service. NYSEG seeks a 31% rate hike.

Obituary: Walter Charles Sieck Of Brewster

In more than 30 years at IBM, he worked his way up at IBM from machine operator to global quality assurance supervisor.

Brewster, Southeast Government: Week Of Dec. 26

The new county executive will be sworn in on Friday.

Cold Christmas Eve; 5,825 Still Without Power In The Hudson Valley

Community reports show almost 3 inches of rain in places; the highest gust was 52 mph, according to the NWS. Here's the forecast, too.

Obituary: John Piazza of Brewster

He worked as a mechanic at Brewster Ford for almost 40 years before retiring in 1992.

Putnam County Closes Non-Essential Offices Due To Storm Conditions

The Emergency Operations Center and Putnam Sheriff's Department are responding to incidents including power outages and closed roads.

Power Companies Making Restoration Progress During Holiday Storm

Unfortunately, the region is still going to experience gusty winds and below freezing temperatures.

Southeast Town Offices Will Close Early Friday

The winter storm that arrived around noon is expected to send temperatures plummeting 24 hours later.

Brewster Celebrates Time-Honored 'Pass in Review' Ceremony

Brewster native Capt. James Prouty was the special guest as the BHS Naval Junior ROTC closed its annual inspection with a drill and parade.

Harckham, Byrne Bill to Name Courtroom for Judge Reitz Signed Into Law

"For all who knew him the naming of this courtroom is just an incredible honor," said his widow, Barbara.

Obituary: Thomas Cerqua of Brewster

A longtime teacher, he is remembered by many of his former students as having a profound impact on their lives, his family said.