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Architect Joel Greenberg, and Suzanne Brought, executive director of the Putnam County Housing Corporation, address the Planning Board.

Affordable housing project cleared to move on to ZBA

A proposal to convert the Putnam Housing Corp.'s former Carmel offices into three affordable, handicapped-accessible apartments cleared its latest hurdle before the Planning Board last week, but not before applicants faced pointed questioning and... more

7/20/26

Firefighters placed timber planks across the gap between the front entrance and stable ground.&nbsp;

Wall collapse displaces three Mahopac families

Three families were displaced Monday (July 6) after a basement wall collapsed at a multi-family apartment building on See Avenue in Mahopac, leaving the structure unsafe and prompting officials to condemn the property. The Mahopac Volunteer... more

7/20/26

Deputy County Executive Joan McDonald congratulated the graduates, noting that firefighters must be prepared to respond to a wide range of emergencies, including structure fires, hazardous materials incidents, rescues and severe weather events.

Five new firefighters ready to serve Lake Mohegan

Five members of the Lake Mohegan Professional Firefighters Department have graduated from the Westchester County Career Fire Chiefs Firefighters Academy. more

By Halston Media Staff | 7/20/26

Improvements will include a larger playground area, fencing, benches, and swings.

Katonah Memorial Park playground project moves forward

Swings were the No. 1 ask in a survey of residents and will be included in the park’s $600,000 playground makeover. more

By Tom Bartley

Contributing Writer | 7/20/26

Somers Town Board approves Knox Box and signage laws

Multifamily and apartment buildings in Somers will now be required to have Knox Boxes, or master key systems, that will allow the fire department easy access during an emergency. more

By Carol Reif

Staff Writer | 7/19/26

Fundraising and donation initiative to benefit North Salem’s Friends of Karen

Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare have announced a community and fundraising drive to benefit Friends of Karen. more

By Halston Media Staff | 7/17/26

The town hopes to secure funding to construct Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant walkways connecting the parking area to the soccer fields at Airport Park. The grant was inspired by the World Cup.

Carmel seeks millions in state grants for parks, waterfront and dam projects

The town of Carmel is taking a hopeful big step toward securing millions of dollars in state funding for park improvements, waterfront planning and critical infrastructure projects after the Town Board unanimously approved a resolution... more

BY BOB DUMAS | 7/17/26

Putnam County Fair and 4-H Showcase returns July 26-7

The Putnam County Fair and 4-H Showcase will return to Veterans Memorial Park in Carmel on Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27, with live music, animal demonstrations, educational exhibits, children’s activities and the fourth annual Duck... more

7/17/26

Sycamore beach was closed on July 10 after health officials found elevated bacteria levels.

Sycamore Beach reopens

Sycamore Beach is back. The Town of Carmel announced the beach reopened Friday afternoon after getting a clean bill of health from the county after being closed by the Putnam County Health Department on July 10 due to elevated bacteria... more

EMILE MENASCHÉ

Editor | 7/17/26

Police question a man after parents reported that he approached children during a baseball game at Leonard Park on July 12.

Man barred from Leonard Park after allegedly approaching children during baseball game

Mount Kisco, N.Y.—Mount Kisco parents and Westchester County Police are on alert after a Connecticut man allegedly approached children during a baseball game at Leonard Park on July 12, prompting an investigation and a trespass order barring him... more

EMILE MENASCHÉ

Editor | 7/17/26

Things to do in Yorktown July 20-24

Yorktown residents can take advantage of bulk trash collection, attend a Town Board meeting, enjoy a Billy Joel tribute band, explore a hands-on colonial craft activity at the Yorktown Museum, shop fresh produce at Hilltop Hanover Farm and participate in a Silver Rose prayer service. Here's what's happening July 20-24. more

By Halston Media Staff | 7/17/26

The Walther P22 .22-caliber handgun allegedly used in the crime

Mahopac man indicted in Taconic road rage gun case

A 20-year-old Mahopac man has been indicted on felony weapons charges and multiple counts of endangering the welfare of a child after allegedly pointing a handgun at the driver of a school bus carrying three special needs children on the Taconic... more

7/16/26

Barbara Williams will lead the school board in the 2026-27 academic year.

Williams chosen to lead Katonah-Lewisboro Board of Ed

KLSD trustees have chosen Barbara Williams to lead the school board in the 2026-27 academic year. more

By Tom Bartley

Contributing Writer | 7/16/26

Wildfire smoke has impacted air quality throughout the Halston Media readership area.

Four things you should know about the health impacts of wildfire smoke

Bushra Mina, MD, chief of pulmonary critical care medicine at Northwell’s Northern Westchester Hospital, breaks down how wildfire smoke affects the body and how to stay safe. 1: What are the primary health concerns associated with wildfire smoke,... more

By Bushra Mina, MD

Chief of pulmonary critical care medicine Northwell’s Northern Westchester Hospital | 7/16/26

Wildfire smoke prompts second air quality advisory in Westchester County

The Westchester County Health Department issued its second air quality advisory of the week, warning residents about hazardous conditions caused by ongoing wildfires in Canada. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 7/16/26

Canadian wildfire smoke prompts air quality advisory for Putnam County

Smoke from ongoing Canadian wildfires is expected to continue affecting the Lower Hudson Valley through Thursday, prompting state officials to issue an Air Quality Health Advisory for Putnam County and surrounding areas. The New York State... more

7/15/26

The 77 homes are expected to see their water rate drop from $142.20 to $71.10 per 9,000 gallons, saving each household about $213.30 annually, according to Water District Superintendent Paul Vasillo.

Yorktown approves water district expansion

The Yorktown Town Board unanimously approved an expansion of the Yorktown Water District that adds 82 parcels to the existing district, reducing water costs for 77 existing customers while allowing five Hanover Street properties to connect in the future. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 7/15/26

The Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce’s HootBoard kiosk is located inside its Peekskill office at 1 South Division St..

Yorktown considers adding interactive information boards

The Yorktown Town Board is exploring the possibility of installing digital information kiosks to make it easier for residents and visitors to access town announcements, calendars and community information. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 7/15/26

Leo Odoardi, Roman Nemzer and Zyggi Nemzer practice their skills at the deteriorating Shrub Oak Memorial Park roller hockey rink on April 14.

Group seeks grant funding to revitalize Shrub Oak roller hockey rink

A group of residents hoping to restore and expand the deteriorating roller hockey rink at Shrub Oak Memorial Park appeared before the Yorktown Town Board to outline plans for a multi-phase revitalization project and build support as it applies for a state grant. more

By Miranda Ferrante

Editor | 7/15/26

Participants learned proper form for lunges and squats.

Katonah Village Library helps seniors stay on their feet

Katonah Village Library recently hosted a fall prevention class with fitness professional Killeen Rhodes. more

By Rich Monetti

Contributing Writer | 7/15/26