An estimated 6,000 children in Putnam County, ages five to 11, are now eligible for COVID-19 shots, and the Putnam County Department of Health has scheduled clinics to vaccinate them, along with providing boosters for eligible adults. Afternoon clinics are
Read MoreBy Rick Pezzullo State Assemblyman Kevin Byrne (R/Brewster) has announced his candidacy for Putnam County Executive in 2022. The initial announcement was made in a letter sent out earlier last week to Republican and Conservative district leaders, as well as
Read MoreA hockey coach from the Town of Southeast was charged with endangering the welfare of a child after allegedly striking him with a hockey stick during practice at the Brewster Ice Arena. Marvin Minkler, 53, was arrested Oct. 31 by
Read MoreDemocratic Putnam County Sheriff Robert Langley Jr. lost his bid for a second four-year term as the county’s top law enforcement officer on Election Day after he was solidly defeated by challenger Kevin McConville. Langley, a Philipstown resident, spoke
Read MorePutnam County has entered into an agreement with a company to provide three advanced life support first-response units and two advanced life support ambulances to residents. Ambulnz will be offering its first dedicated 911 system to the Putnam Bureau of
Read MoreA man with a criminal history of stealing cars dating back to the 1980s could face up to life in prison after being convicted by a Putnam County jury last week of grand larceny and criminal possession of stolen property
Read MoreRepublican candidates dominated most local races in Putnam County on Election Day. In Putnam Valley, GOP Councilwoman Jacqueline Annabi was elected supervisor, defeating Democratic Councilman Ralph Smith, 1,719 to 1,207. Annabi will succeed retiring Supervisor Sam Oliverio. In the Town
Read MoreDemocratic Putnam County Sheriff Robert Langley Jr. lost his bid for a second four-year term as the county’s top law enforcement officer Tuesday night. Langley, a Philipstown resident, spoke to a crowd of about 60 people awaiting the tally at
Read MorePutnam County’s Department of Highway and Facilities announced it completed the restoration of a 1959 FWD snow thrower following an inventory check of snow equipment. The historic vehicle was originally purchased new by Putnam County on December 15, 1959. All
Read MoreThe New York State Association of County Health Officials has recognized Putnam County Health Commissioner Michael J. Nesheiwat, MD, for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Nesheiwat was also honored for his dedication to public health and outstanding service
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