Village Vexes Voters
Some Brewster residents oppose water rate increase
A proposal by the Brewster Village Board to increase water rates by two cents to 24 cents per gallon has some residents on the verge of a revolt.
The village trustees are seeking the rate hike to make up a revenue shortfall resulting from decreased water consumption. Full Story
Where There’s Smoke ...
Carmel firefighters arriving on the scene at Smalley’s Inn on Gleneida Avenue in the heart of the hamlet’s business district didn’t know what to expect. Full Story
Carmel Tax Error Raises Questions
Some say assessor consolidation would improve accuracy
Last week, the Courier reported that the Carmel Town Board voted unanimously to reduce water and sewer district charges for a Stoneleigh Avenue property after the initial charges levied were deemed “erroneous.” With some Putnam political leaders proposing the consolidation of tax assessment offices to improve both efficiency and accuracy, the Courier contacted Carmel Town Assessor Full Story
Finance Commissioner Carlin Gets Recognition
The New York State County Treasurers and Finance Officers Association have honored Putnam Commissioner of Finance William Carlin with the President’s Award for 2010.
Carlin was recognized for his “dedication and hard work” on behalf of the people of Putnam County as well as the entire organization. Full Story
Country Kitchen Celebrates its 1st Anniversary
Christine McNeill can’t believe it!
A year has passed since she opened her Country Kitchen at 564 North Main Street in Brewster next door to Kobacker’s Market.
The restaurant that features both on- and off-premises catering, with clambakes Christine’s specialty, offers a wide range of menu selections for breakfast lunch and early dinner. Full Story
Express Dry Cleaners Opens in Brewster
Putnam’s newest dry cleaners has opened in Brewster.
Owned and operated by Ana Padilla and her mother Martha, the business located at 993 Route 22 in the former USA Baby Shopping Center across from Sciortino’s Restaurant, offers a full variety of cleaning and laundry services ranging from shirts to pants, suits, sweaters, and fancy attire, including wedding gowns. Full Story
Kennedy Catholic Train Keeps Rolling
Gaels rise from the ashes to win sectional title in extra innings, then top Marlboro in state tournament opener
SOMERS – It looked like the end of the line for the Kennedy Catholic High baseball team.
It was the bottom of the seventh inning in the Class B championship game, and the Gaels were down two runs to No. 5 seed Briarcliff, trailing 6-4, with a man on first. Two out. Full Story
Tigers Spoil Rye Party with Late Comeback
PV nets three goals in final 3:09 to win Class C championship
PUTNAM VALLEY – This was the moment the Putnam Valley High lacrosse team had been waiting for, and the Tigers weren’t going down without a fight.
Turns out, they didn’t go down at all. Full Story
Brewster Bears Golfers Enjoyed Solid Spring
Miller earns All-State honors again; Delzio, Fanelli, Bell named All-League
BREWSTER—After coaching the Brewster High golf team for the 40 years, coach Mike Mostransky is stepping away after yet another tremendous year. The Bears went 11-1 en route to their fifth straight league title, while Mike Miller appeared in his fourth straight state championship tournament. Full Story
Happy 235th Birthday to the United States Army
During the Spring of 1775 many of the amateur volunteer forces of the American colonies, which made up the colonial army, were summoned to fight the British troops near Boston. Since no one commander was necessarily in charge, the Massachusetts Provincial Congress requested for the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia to assume authority of all militia. Full Story
Sifting Through the Sands of Time
Courier Archives
110 Years Ago 2 June 8, 1900
Cycling Notes
Many a fellow owes his good health to-day to the bicycle.
The bicycle has been one of the main factors in the good roads movement.
The professional promoters in this country this year will use motor pacing machines to a large extent. Full Story
Moral Imperatives & the Gaza Flotilla
Two terrible attacks occurred last week, one took place in the Mediterranean and one is taking place on the international arena. Israel is the victim in both of these attacks, being ripped apart, beaten with metal rods and knives, pulverized and stabbed with condemnations and political beatings. Full Story
Worship Services
Send information regarding worship services to courier@pcnr.com. Please put “WORSHIP” in the subject line. ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
225 East Lake Blvd, Mahopac
845-628-2006
Saturday Vigil Mass. Full Story
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