Inmate Was Being Released, But Then Guards Found His Weapon, Sheriff Says

The item appeared to have been made by the inmate while he was in the jail, according to Putnam County Sheriff's Department investigators.

Bronx Man Broke Into Brewster Home, Caught On Ring Camera: Acting Sheriff

The 30-year-old, who is accused of a slew of felonies, coincidentally shares a name with the Village of Brewster, according to cops.

Brewster Students To Appear On Good Morning America Thursday Morning

The GMA segment featuring local students celebrating "International Dot Day" will be aired between 8:30 a.m. and 9 a.m.

3 LI Men Convicted After Long-Running Probe Into Putnam County Burglary

The crew, described as "professional burglars" by prosecutors, included one man from Suffolk County and two from Nassau County.

NYC DEP Provides Updates On 2 Workers Injured In ATV Rollover

Wooded terrain complicated last week’s rescue efforts of the workers, fire officials said.

4-Year-Old In Car As Westchester County Driver Arrested On Felony DWI Charge In Putnam County: NYSP

The Valhalla man was found to have a BAC of 0.08 percent, after being arrested in Brewster, according to New York State troopers.​

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Putnam County Man Arrested On Child Sexual Exploitation Charges: Sheriff

Homeland Security and Sheriff's Office investigators identified an Instagram account linked to the 68-year-old Kent man, police said.

Hudson Valley Trio Nabbed In Shoplifting Spree Targeting Putnam Shops: Sheriff

The suspects are from Carmel, Newburgh and Beacon. Two were also wanted for felonies from the Paramus, New Jersey Police Department.

Repeat Drunken Driver Sentenced In Absentia To Prison After Twice Failing To Appear

In 2023, he used a fake name, admitted that he drank 5 Modelo beers. In 2024, a nearly empty can of Bud Light Chelada was found in his car.

2 Accused Of Possessing, Promoting Child Sexual Performance From Hudson Valley Homes: Sheriff

The NYSP Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a cyber tip about sexually explicit videos and images sent from Carmel.

Wrong Way-Driver Fled Police Twice, With 1-Year-Old In Car, Before DWI Arrest: NYSP

The 30-year-old Brewster woman also gave police a false name and refused to provide a proper breath sample, according to state police.

Building Collapse, Closed Roads In Wake Of Torrential Rains, Violent Thunderstorms

Parts of the Saw Mill and the Bronx River Parkways remained closed throughout the morning rush hour after being overtaken by floodwaters.

Good Samaritan Followed Dangerously Intoxicated Taconic Driver

The concerned citizen called 911, then followed the car to a gas station, where the man was found unconscious behind the wheel by police.

Fireworks Near Me: Southeast, Brewster July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in Putnam County.

Cat Abandoned In Pet Carrier At Hudson Valley Lake, Investigation Leads To Connecticut

The Putnam County SPCA has announced the arrest of a 57-year-old Danbury woman in the disturbing case.

New York Will Invest $13.7M To Improve State Routes 17 And 52

The projects in Orange and Putnam counties are expected to provide "smoother commutes and fewer hassles," according to Gov. Hochul.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Brewster, Southeast

Your guide to fireworks and other July 4 celebrations in Putnam County.

Victims Identified In Deadly I-84 Chain-Reaction Crash

The afternoon crash closed the westbound lanes of the highway until after 8 p.m., and left one person dead.

Connecticut Man Arrested After Troopers Find Cocaine In The Audi: NYSP

He was arraigned in the Town of Southeast Court and released on his own recognizance, according to New York State Police.

Tenant Accused Of Arson In Southeast Apartment Building Blaze: Police

The fire destroyed a three-story building on Wednesday, according to police.

​Shoplifting Caper Leads To Weapons Charges For Putnam Woman, Michigan Boyfriend: Sheriff

While arresting the shoplifter who had a stun gun, deputies noticed a man hiding behind a car, which had a 9 mm pistol inside, cops said.

Diners At Popular Italian Eatery Might Have Been Exposed To Measles

Putnam County public health officials say there is one confirmed local case affecting a resident who contracted measles while abroad.

Ossining Man Arrested For Coke During DWI Stop: Putnam County Sheriff

The 30-year-old's car had two bags of what appeared to be cocaine, along with another bag on him when he was booked into jail, cops said.

Suspect Nabbed In Early Morning Attempted Burglary Of In-Home Business

The owners said that they were awakened by someone banging on their door and then saw someone running away.

All Rite Aid Stores In NY To Close, Or Be Sold, Including 16 In HV

See what will happen with your prescriptions as Rite Aid prepares to close or sell all its Hudson Valley locations.

46-Year-Old Lured Minors To Produce Sexually Explicit Videos: DOJ

The Mahopac man is accused of using Snapchat to target children as young as 14 years old, according to the feds.

Teens Crash Into Mack Truck On I-684 In Stolen Land Rover: Police

After fleeing on foot in a wooded area, K-9 Fortini helped a state trooper and Brewster police find their suspects.

Felony Arrest After Car Buyer Tried To Use A Fake Identity: Sheriff

When he returned to the Southeast dealership to complete the sale, investigators caught the suspect filling out paperwork with a fake name.

31-Year-Old ID'd As Victim In Deadly Putnam County Motorcycle Crash

Police say he was riding a 2000 Kawasaki motorcycle at high speed when he lost control for unknown reasons.

Manhattan Man Admits To Stealing $4K In Thermostats From Home Depot

Video footage showed him taking the smart home thermostats, hiding them in a black bin, and walking out of the store.

2 Arrested In 'Cash In Shoebox' Elderly Victim Scams: Sheriff

One victim was swindled out of $25K; another victim was almost tricked into handing over $20K before a bank got suspicious, police say.

Mutilated, Dead Birds Inside Bag Found Floating In Lake Carmel

Anyone with information about the disturbing incident is being asked to contact the Putnam County SPCA. Callers can remain anonymous.

Overnight Spring Snow Showers Will Cover Parts Of The Hudson Valley

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of the region with snow forecast to fall after midnight.

Victim In Fatal I-684 Collision ID'd, State Police Still Investigating

The crash took place early Thursday morning between a 1999 Honda Civic and a 2024 Ford F-150 pickup truck, in Putnam County.

Volunteer Opportunities Of The Week: ​Funminster Dog Show Volunteers

Every week, Patch will spotlight volunteer opportunities in the Hudson Valley.

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'Highly Intoxicated' Stranger Tried To Enter 2 Homes: Police

Anyone with additional information about the bizarre late night incident is being asked to contact Carmel detectives.

Philly Man Arrested After Stealing Vehicle, Fleeing From State Police

Troopers were able to stop him by deploying a tire-deflation device to disable the vehicle on Route 22, in Putnam County.

Dutchess Man Gets Prison In Sophisticated Check-Washing Scam In Putnam

After he tried to cash forged checks for $8,700 and $7,600 at Putnam banks, authorities found that he had four additional "washed" checks.