FBI Probes Putnam
Grand jury formed to pursue unspecified investigation
Secrecy is surrounding a federal investigation involving Putnam County government.
At Tuesday’s meeting of the Putnam Legislature, prior to adjournment, Legislature Chairman Vincent Tamagna requested an executive session to discuss a “pending legal matter.” Full Story
‘I Have Seen Him in the Watch Fires of a Hundred Circling Camps’
Thousands of American flags were properly “retired” over the holiday weekend, courtesy of Putnam County’s veterans.
Vets accompanied by Boy Scouts participated in the county’s annual watch fire celebration at the Putnam Veteran’s Memorial Park in Kent. Full Story
Fr. Andrew Says Farewell to St. Lawrence O’Toole
The Rev. Andrew Gyabaah has left his mark on the St. Lawrence O’Toole Catholic parish. Full Story
GOP Leaders Pick Leibell
Odell promises primary fight after a surprising caucus showing
At last Thursday’s GOP nominating convention, party officials chose State Senator Vincent Leibell over Putnam Legislator Mary Ellen Odell as their favored successor to longtime county executive Robert Bondi, who is not running for reelection. Full Story
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