Fighting Cancer with Team Spirit



Feds Want More Jail Time for Leibell

Don’t ‘Piss On Santa’s Boots,’ Says Vinnie in Extortion Demand

In a filing just days before disgraced ex-senator Vincent Leibell is to be sentenced, the government said Monday that Leibell has refused to accept responsibility for his crimes and should spend up to 33 months in prison. The government’s latest filing also included a signed affirmation from lawyer Carl Lodes, former Putnam County attorney, who details the salty description Leibell […]

Water’s Now on the Railroad



Ask any firefighter, and he or she will tell you that the most troublesome alarm answered by the emergency responder is a brush blaze along a railroad right-of-way. Metro-North officials traveled to Southeast last Thursday to announce the placement of three 10,000- gallon water tanker cars at key locations along the Harlem, Hudson, and New Haven Lines that are ready […]

Hundreds Attend Kids’ Expo



Children of all ages along with their moms, dads, and grandparents attended Putnam’s 6th annual Children’s Expo and Public Safety Day last Saturday under ideal weather conditions. The event promoted safety and health awareness among children and their families and was a joint effort of the Bureau of Emergency Services and the Child Advocacy Center of Putnam County. The event […]

Police Memorial Service Planned for Carmel



Police officers from around the region will pause and reflect next Tuesday on the supreme sacrifices made by men and women who serve their communities in the law enforcement and emergency services field by attending the county’s Police Memorial Service. The Stephen Driscoll Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police named in memory of 9-11 hero Stephen Driscoll, will be […]

Woman Killed on I-684 After Argument



A 26-year-old Carmel woman is dead after being struck by a passing tractor trailer rig on I-684 in Croton Falls after police said she had an argument with her boyfriend. The tragedy took place early Monday on the divided highway when, according to Somers State Police, Danielle Martinez was riding with her male companion when the two began to argue. […]

17 Seek School Board Seats



Seventeen individuals will be seeking board of education seats across Putnam County in next week’s annual school elections. On Tuesday, residents throughout the region go to the polls to decide the fate of school budgets as well as elect members to boards of education. School trustees receive no remuneration. In Brewster, incumbent trustees A. Gerald Schramek and Alberta Kozma are […]

An Annual Celebration Putnam County Business




Where can you find green grass, a petting zoo, lakes, pedal boats, a bonfire, great food, margaritas, and a cross section of the most significant businesses in Putnam County? Camp Kiwi on the evening of May 26, of course! Once a year, the membership of the Putnam County Chambers of Commerce comes together to celebrate the diversity, opportunity and rich […]

Explore ‘Behind the Scenes’ Magic at Brook Farm Event



On May 14 between 3pm and 6pm, Brook Farm Veterinary Center will be opening their doors to the pet loving community for a celebration of the human-animal bond. Dr. Evan Kanouse and his staff encourage both the young and the old to come by for a guaranteed good time! Festivities include a “teddy bear triage,” where children and pets can […]

Women Athletes Join Putnam’s Fight Against Cancer



Last Friday afternoon the familiar red, white and blue colors of Carmel High School were exchanged for bright orange and bright pink. The Lady Rams varsity and junior varsity lacrosse teams donned orange jerseys while the CHS varsity softball team wore shocking pink socks to show their support for two cancer causes. The lacrosse team hosted “Lax for Leukemia,” dedicating […]