Clamor for Cash
Outcry ensues over proposed school aid cuts
Local school officials feared doom and gloom and the worst case scenario was presented Tuesday by Governor David Paterson in his 2010-2011 budget message to members of the New York State Legislature.
School aid was ravaged by $46 million in Westchester, by $21.5 million in Dutchess, and by more than a whopping $5 million for Putnam’s seven school districts. Full Story
Beware: Black Ice
After residents of Putnam County and vicinity got a tease from Old Man Winter, who decided to take a nap by providing a precipitation-free, 10-day period of weather, nasty conditions returned over the weekend, when ice and snow coated surfaces, resulting in numerous crashes. Full Story
Gov Seeks More Taxes - Free Access
What’s another billion?
If Governor David Paterson has his way in the new budget season, New Yorkers will pay nearly $1 billion more in taxes and fees. The new taxes are being imposed to cover budget gaps in a 2010- 2011 budget that increases state spending during a prolonged economic downturn. Full Story
Carmel Grapplers Come Up Big, Deny ‘Pac
CARMEL—The Carmel High wrestling team recorded a 41-35 win over crosstown rival Mahopac last Wednesday in a league match at Carmel High School. Carmel also picked up a 41-27 victory over Yorktown, and closed the week at 11-3.
Mahopac also dropped a 42-35 decision to Sleepy Hollow a day later at Mahopac. Full Story
Rams Fend Off Bears
Serpe delivers two goals, including winner
BREWSTER—The Brewster High hockey team outplayed the Carmel High hockey team in a Friday night game at the Brewster Ice Arena, but came up short thanks to Carmel's Marc Glaviano. The senior goaltender stopped 38 shots to carry the Rams to a 3-2 win. Full Story
Brewster Boys Win League Title, Girls Finish Second
BREWSTER—The Brewster High indoor track team competed in the League 1-B championships last week. The boys finished first and edged out Lakeland/Panas by only 13 points, the girls finished second behind Lakeland/Panas. Full Story
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