Letters

Do We Understand Who’s Making the Decisions in Carmel School Debacle?

To the Editor, I just want to level set so everyone understands because there seems to be some confusion that came out during the budget school board meetings. I’m not sure if Carmel isn’t listening or not understanding, and before you run even more qualified, intelligent and most of all, caring, individuals out of this district I want to make […]

Belden House Recollections

To the Editor, Friends of Belden House recruitment drive garnered a rich assortment of Carmel residents who, on Feb. 20th at historic Reed Library, related their recollections of the life and times at the historic house spanning almost a half a century. Filmed and interviewed by Carmel HS students, KC Carboy and Giuliana Acierno, under the supervision of Robert Buccheri, […]

Setting the Record Straight

To the Editor, Recently, Peggy Burns, who is the Secretary of the Town of Patterson Republican Committee, included several misrepresentations in a Letter to the Editor which was included in the February 13, 2024 issue of the Putnam County Courier. As many of her statements were completely false, I cannot allow them to stand or to impugn the character and […]

On the Lack of Committee Assignments for Legislator Montgomery

To the Editor, Having served on the Putnam County Legislature for 18 years as the sole Democrat, I see a two-sided situation in the Legislative Chairman’s refusal to assign Legislator Nancy Montgomery any Committee positions. Likewise, having watched numerous Full Legislative Meetings over the years and having listened to many Committee Meetings, this 2-sided decision becomes even clearer. Was the […]

Says Rogue Lawmakers Have Captured County Legislature

To the Editor, As a lifelong resident of Philipstown (as well as Putnam County), I remember the days when all towns IN the county were considered part OF the county. The members of the legislature were a congenial group of individuals, regardless of their political platforms. They were tough but FAIR. But since this bunch of rogue legislators has gotten […]

Carmel Seeks to Honor War Heroes

Dear Editor, The Carmel School Board’s Facilities and Transportation Committee is endeavoring to identify the names of all Carmel High School students who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation in the armed forces. It is our hope to honor the sacrifice made by these heroes on a plaque to be placed in a prominent location at Carmel High […]

On Jonke & Montgomery

To the Editor, I am a long-time resident of Philipstown. I attended my first meeting of the Putnam County Legislature on February 6. What an astonishing experience. I am 83 years old, have lived in a number of towns, attended many municipal meetings, including the regular meetings of the Philipstown Board. I’ve never seen such a display of ignorance, hostility, […]

Says Nomination of Russo Was Proper

To the Editor, I’d like to clear the record surrounding the nomination of Laura Russo to run for County Legislator. Many of you may know me from my years of service to the Town of Patterson as a proud member of our Putnam Lake community. What you may not know is I’ve also served the Republican Party as a town […]

Says Republican Congress, with Lawler’s Help, Aids Putin

Dear Editor, I write today because I am so deeply upset with what Mike Lawler and this Congress and what they have done to this county and indeed our standing in the world. We in this district helped create the least successful congress since the start of the Civil War; we helped hand over the keys of government to a […]

Levenberg on Budget Season & Education Aid

Dear Editor, Budget season is in full swing, and I write to give readers of this publication some details on the process so far, as well as to encourage you to make yourselves heard during discussions. Following the Governor’s presentation of her budget proposal last month, my colleagues and I have been discussing areas where we differ from the Governor, […]


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