Putnam Split in Half by Redistricting Plan - Free Access
For the first time in its history Putnam County will be represented in the New York State Senate by two lawmakers under a plan proposed by the state’s Task Force on Redistricting.
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Bicentennial Celebration Kicks Off
If Putnam’s Bicentennial Ball was any indication, the remainder of 2012 will be truly special across Putnam County. Full Story
Whipple Foundation Gets Important New Backing
Preserving the history and greenways of Putnam County is getting some new, high-powered backing with the formation of a new board to expand the efforts of the Whipple Foundation. Full Story
Odell Taps New Highway Chief
Fred Pena is the new keeper of the 117 miles of county-owned roads in Putnam. Full Story
Cuomo Road Show is Light on Details
A visit by New York State DOT Commissioner Joan McDonald sponsored by the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce was tabbed as an opportunity for local residents to learn about specific projects earmarked for Putnam County contained in Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s $132.5 billion budget proposal announced earlier in the week. Full Story
Four Cop Cruisers Smashed on 84
Putnam’s first substantial snowfall of 2012 was disastrous for the New York State Police.
Last Saturday, four troop cars sustained varying amounts of damage and one trooper wound up in the hospital following a series of crashes along the interstate near Exit 19 in Southeast during the height of the snow. Full Story
Home Is Where The Help Is
Within the next five years, Putnam County will experience a 70 percent growth rate of residents over the age of 60 with one out of every four county residents being eligible for Social Security.
Office for the Aging officials reported last week the county’s over- 85-year old population will also double, necessitating a variety of housing options for seniors. Full Story
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