Entrenched Lawmakers Resist Odell on Reorganization
Putnam County’s recently hired Commissioner of Highways and Facilities Fred Pena walked into a hornet’s nest Monday evening when members of the Legislature’s Rules Committee criticized the administration for plans to consolidate the Highways and Facilities Department with the Planning Department. Full Story
Payrolls and the Cost of Government
At issue with the consolidation efforts, at least from the taxpayers’ perspective, is whether money can be saved by combining jobs or tasks.
An analysis of Putnam County salary data shows that some 40 county workers made more than $100,000 annually in salary in 2011, the most recent figures available. The county supplied the figures at the Courier’s request. Full Story
Redistricting Gives Putnam Two Senators
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.
The process of drawing district lines every 10 years as required by law was finalized last week and made public. Full Story
Still a Conservative?
Greg Ball, Republican firebrand, seeks another term
In the heart of Philipstown, the single most reliable bastion of Democratic politics in Putnam County, state Sen. Greg Ball received a warm reception Thursday night as he spoke to the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce. Full Story
Still a Conservative?
Greg Ball, Republican firebrand, seeks another term
In the heart of Philipstown, the single most reliable bastion of Democratic politics in Putnam County, state Sen. Greg Ball received a warm reception Thursday night as he spoke to the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce. Full Story
The Heart Truth – Chasing America’s Number 1 Killer
From The Chamber
Among the various illnesses perhaps the most frustrating are heart disease and stroke. These are silent killers - a seemingly healthy person is suddenly lost, or crippled, and the family is left to understand why and pick up the pieces. Full Story
Maureen Zipparo Named Hospital President
From a technician to president: Maureen Zipparo has seen it all during her 40 years at Putnam Hospital Center.
She succeeds Donna McGregor, who was elevated to an administrative position in the parent organization headquartered in LaGrange Full Story
’Pac Gets Back at Rams, Hangs on for 53-43 Win to Even Season Series
MAHOPAC—The gym was overflowing Saturday at Mahopac High School, and so were the emotions, as the Indians hosted bitter cross town rival Carmel, and held on for a 53-43 League 1B victory that sent the appreciative home crowd into a frenzy at the final buzzer. Full Story
Free Throw Struggles, Fatigue Cost Tigers
PUTNAM VALLEY—If there’s a silver lining to a pair of tough losses, it’s that the Putnam Valley High boys basketball team could have just as easily gone 2-0 this week instead of 0-2. Full Story
Bears Close Out Regular Season With Win Over Yorktown
BREWSTER—Even with some key swimmers out, the Brewster High boys swim team still came away with a 54- 40 win over Yorktown High on Friday to finish the regular season 11-1. The Bears were without Liam Hackett, Brian Valedon and Greg Markert, but with big contributions from Dan Fulop, Matt Kaufman and Ben Smith the Bears were able to come away with the win. Full Story
Brewster Hangs on for 59-57 Win Over Somers
BREWSTER—Jack Dignan scored 23 points and went 5-for-8 from threepoint range to lead the Brewster High boys basketball team to a 59-57 victory over Somers in a League 1B game played last Thursday at Somers.
Ryan Mahoney also had a big game for the Bears (9-5), with 20 points, four assists and three steals, and Emanuel Simpri added 10 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Full Story
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