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County health officials paint mixed picture for Town Board

Putnam County residents are, by many measures, healthier and more secure than their neighbors across the region. But beneath that overall stability, health officials say, a series of troubling trends—from rising mental distress to increasing... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 4/22/26

Amine Medjahed speaks at the podium during the Carmel Town Board meeting April 15.

Mahopac scouts get firsthand look at local government

Scouts from Troop 1 Mahopac got an inside look at how local government works during a visit to Town Hall on April 15, part of their efforts to earn the Citizenship in the Community merit badge and advance in rank. The visit was arranged by... more

4/20/26

A proposal to install a memorial bench for fallen officer Michael Moore—who spent "countless hours" playing basketball at Sycamore Park with his sons—is gaining support.

Memorial bench proposed at Sycamore Park for fallen officer

A Mahopac family is seeking to honor the memory of a beloved local police officer who was killed by a drunk driver five years ago by donating a memorial bench at Sycamore Park, a place that held special meaning for him and his children. The... more

BY BOB DUMAS

Editor-at-Large | 4/16/26

St. John the Evangelist church leaders are hoping to add parking in and prevent what's been called a "free for all" on Westcott Drive.

St. John’s pitches parking expansion plan, town notes safety, traffic benefits

A proposal by St. John the Evangelist Church to construct a new 72-space parking lot drew generally favorable feedback from consultants and officials during an April 8 Planning Board meeting, with members pointing to improved traffic flow and... more

BY BOB DUMAS

Editor-at-Large | 4/16/26

Congressman Mike Lawler responds to a question from the audience at his April 12 Town Hall at Mahopac High School

Lawler gets mixed reception at Mahopac town hall

With war in Iran continuing and prices on the rise, Rep Mike Lawler (NY-17) took to the stage at Mahopac High School to a face a boisterous crowd that appeared to be divided between those opposed to the Republican congressman and those supporting... more

BY EMILE MENASCHÉ | 4/15/26

The deer tick, also known as the black-legged tick, is a small parasitic arachnid capable of transmitting Lyme disease and other illnesses.&nbsp;

Putnam health officials warn of rising tick activity this spring

With warmer weather arriving, Putnam County health officials are urging residents to take precautions against tick bites as the season ramps up and the risk of disease increases. The Putnam County Department of Health said ticks become... more

4/15/26

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins visits Yorktown with Rep. Mike Lawler on Monday, April 13.

VA Secretary Collins, Rep. Lawler meet veterans at Yorktown VFW

Rep. Mike Lawler hosted Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins in Yorktown April 13 for a roundtable with local veterans at VFW Post 8328, following a visit to the Montrose VA Medical Center. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 4/14/26 | 1 comment

Byrne entertains questions at the Carmel Diner.

Byrne wraps latest round of public forums across Putnam

Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne has concluded his latest series of “Conversations with the County Executive” forums, holding final sessions in Nelsonville and the hamlet of Carmel. The informal gatherings, held at locations across the... more

4/14/26

The ballfields at Jimmy McDonough Memorial Park

MSA to donate clay, topsoil to improve McDonough Park ballfields

The town of Carmel will accept a donation of field materials from the Mahopac Sports Association (MSA) aimed at addressing ongoing maintenance challenges and uneven playing conditions at McDonough Park’s ballfields. The Town Board on April... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 4/12/26

Mahopac boarding facility owner charged with animal abuse

For years, Hudson Hounds in Mahopac presented itself as a “home-like” retreat for dogs — a place where pets could roam freely, socialize, and be cared for like family. Founded in 2012 and later relocated to Mahopac in 2016, the boarding and... more

BY BRETT FREEMAN

Publisher | 4/10/26

Mahopac resident and former NYPD officer Erik Duran sentenced in manslaughter case

Mahopac resident and former NYPD undercover officer Erik Duran has been sentenced to at least three years in prison after his conviction for manslaughter in the death of suspect Eric Duprey during a 2023 undercover drug operation in the Bronx. more

By Emile Menasché and Bob Dumas

Editors | 4/10/26

Gina Antunes is hoping to get back to full participation as a Girl Scout leader.

'An incredibly lonely disease'—Mahopac mom faces life-changing diagnosis

A mom who’s played a role in hundreds of Mahopac kids’ lives as a cafeteria worker at Mahopac High School and Fulmar Road and local Girl Scout leader is waging the toughest battle of her own life after a severe health setback left her unable to... more

BY EMILE MENASCHÉ

Editor | 4/10/26

The market has drawn thousands of visitors and hundreds of young vendors since its launch two years ago.

Putnam opens registration for Youth Business Market

Putnam County has opened registration for young entrepreneurs interested in participating in the third annual Youth Business Market, scheduled for Sunday, June 14, at Tilly Foster Farm. The event, organized by the Putnam County Youth... more

4/8/26

Putnam proposes $2M mental health fund after ARPA plan falls through

Putnam County Executive Kevin Byrne has proposed creating a new mental health services fund of more than $2 million, using county reserves after an earlier plan to finance a stabilization center with federal aid was abandoned. The... more

4/4/26

Mahopac man faces felony DWI charge

A Mahopac man was arrested this week on felony drunken driving charges involving a child passenger—the second such arrest of a Mahopac resident in the past two weeks, according to New York State Police. Skirianos M. Skirianos, 40, was... more

4/3/26

Under the plan, the county’s 4 percent sales tax on fuel would be capped at $3 per gallon.

Putnam looks to limit gas tax as prices rise, offer modest relief to drivers

The Putnam County Legislature is poised to approve a measure capping the county’s share of sales tax on gasoline and diesel fuel at $3 per gallon, a move officials say will provide modest relief to drivers while ensuring the county does not... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 4/2/26

Chris Perez is honored as the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Hero of the Year.

Postal worker honored for life-saving actions in Jefferson Village fire

Chris Perez has been named a local hero by the American Red Cross and the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Hero of the Year. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 4/1/26

Mahopac senior captain Bryan Margolis should return from a torn ACL to provide a big boost to the Wolf Pac attack this spring.

Wolf Pac nipped by Scarsdale, bounce back vs. Fox Lane

For newcomers to the varsity boys lax scene, it’s worth noting that Mahopac was once a powerhouse in lacrosse. From 1992 to 2005, the program dominated Section 1 Class A, stockpiling eight Section 1 Class A championships – plus its lone state... more

By RAY GALLAGHER | 4/1/26

Multi-agency crackdown nets dozens of arrests in Putnam

Two Carmel residents were among multiple people arrested during a three-day, multi-agency enforcement operation targeting crime across Putnam County, authorities said. The operation, led by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office in coordination... more

3/30/26

One dog was found to be extremely emaciated, with a body condition score of 1.5 out of 9.&nbsp;

Mahopac man charged in animal neglect case

A Mahopac man has been charged with animal cruelty after three dachshunds were found neglected inside a foreclosed home basement, authorities said. The Putnam County SPCA said it received a complaint March 22 about dogs possibly left behind... more

3/30/26