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Dryer fire damages Carmel home

   A Carmel family has learned a painful lesson: Remove the lint and fabric residue from filters and exterior exhaust pipes on all clothes dryers. Full Story
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John Hall brings Congress to Kent

    Congressman John Hall’s arrival in Putnam County was far from auspicious. The second-term lawmaker brought his “Congress on Your Corner” to Kent on Saturday. Full Story
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Scary moments in Patterson mall

   Four merchants at a Patterson strip mall had quite a scare—not related to Halloween—when smoke filled their places of business. Last week’s incident at the Patterson Commons shopping center just north of the Route 22-311 interchange was caused by a malfunctioning oven in a Subway sandwich shop. Full Story
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Equine health care at Tilly Foster

   Dozens of horse lovers enjoyed magnificent autumn weather Sunday by venturing to the Tilly Foster Farm where “Horseman’s Day at the Farm” was celebrated. Local veterinarians discussed a variety of topics that were enjoyed by children and adults alike. Full Story
LAKE CARMEL
Upstate car crash claims local man

   Family and friends are mourning the passing of Joshua Menzie this week. The 42-year-old resident of Chappaqua Road, Lake Carmel, was killed Sunday in a single-car crash in the Greene County town of Hunter. Full Story

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