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2nd Graders wave their handmade thank you signs.

North Salem veterans receive a hero's welcome at Pequenakonck Elementary

30 local veterans representing all five military branches were honored at Pequenakonck Elementary School. more

By Halston Media Staff | 11/18/25

North Salem High School evacuated after 'gas odor' detected

The campus on June Road had to be temporarily evacuated early on Monday, Nov. 10. more

By Carol Reif | 11/11/25

Witch is which? When spellcheck blue it

Dear Dr. Linda, Our fourth-grader had to write a Halloween story. Since my wife and I were both wrapped up with family problems, we didn’t have time to check his story before he handed it in. We told him to type it on the computer because spell... more

10/31/25

Richard Mull was honored with a philanthropy award during North Salem's homecoming festivities.

Playing it forward: Richard Mull honors his North Salem roots

When Richard Mull walked the halls of Purdys High School—before the days of North Salem High School—the building may have been small, but the spirit inside was enormous. more

By Tom Walogorsky | 10/29/25

The Tigers have already surpassed their $5,000 goal and are still going strong.

Serving up hope: North Salem volleyball sets for a cure

When the North Salem High School volleyball teams take the court in October, they’re playing for something bigger than a win. more

Halston Media Staff | 10/22/25

Animal kingdom: Exotic critters delight North Salem students

Exotic animals captivated kindergarteners at Pequenakonck Elementary School. more

10/13/25

Students had to make tough choices regarding their budgets.

Bank on it! North Salem students tackle financial literacy

Twenty dried beans. That's all North Salem High School students get to represent their entire monthly paycheck in math teacher Melissa Ruffler's new financial literacy class. Ruffler challenged them to make every bean count across housing, food,... more

9/29/25

SRO Tanisha Blanche, second from right, was removed from her position at Somers Intermediate School on Sept. 12.

Local school district removes SRO after inflammatory comments about Kirk assassination

SOMERS, N.Y. - A School Resource Officer in the Somers Central School District was removed from her post today after comments she made on Facebook regarding the murder of political activist Charlie Kirk. On Friday, Sept. 12, screenshots of... more

By Tom Walogorsky | 9/12/25 | 1 comment

Help! My child won’t do homework

Dear Dr. Linda, It’s here! The Homework Horror Nightmare! Our 14-year-old son just doesn’t do homework. He’s only in school for one week and we already got emails that he’s missing homework. He’s in the 11th grade and no matter how much we tell... more

9/10/25

North Salem Lions announce Community Service Award winners

Several local students have received Community Service Awards in 2025. more

9/6/25

How to take the ‘ugh’ out of summer reading

Dear Dr. Linda, According to the Mirriam-Webster Dictionary, a vacation is defined as follows: 1) a period spent away from home or business in travel or recreation; 2) a scheduled period during which activity (as of a court or school) is... more

BY DR. LINDA SILBERT | 8/1/25

Friends of Karen launches 2025 Back To School campaign

NORTH SALEM, NY -- When you participate in Friends of Karen’s Back-to-School program, you give parents, consumed with caring for their critically ill child, peace of mind knowing their children will be ready for the new school year. You’ll relieve... more

7/9/25

Putnam CAP seeks donations for its school supply drive for students in need.

Donations sought for Putnam CAP's school supply program

BREWSTER, N.Y. — Putnam Community Action Partnership (CAP) will hold its annual School Supply Program distribution on Aug. 19 and 20, providing low-income Putnam County families with new backpacks and gift cards to purchase needed supplies.... more

BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF | 7/8/25

Where will North Salem's Class of 2025 be attending college?

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - The North Salem High School Class of 2025 will be attending 35 different colleges in 14 states!California San Diego State UniversityConnecticutFairfield UniversitySacred … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/28/25

North Salem's valedictorian and salutatorian share words of wisdom at graduation

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - On June 16, North Salem High School bid farewell to the Class of 2025 at the commencement ceremony held at Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah. Before the … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/26/25

Aversano resigns from North Salem Board of Ed

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - The North Salem Board of Education is trying to figure out its next move in the wake of the resignation of one of its trustees.Carolyn Aversano had one year remaining in her … more

Carol Reif | 6/23/25

North Salem's Aronian awarded music scholarship by Justin Veatch Fund

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - North Salem’s Laurel Aronian was recently awarded a music scholarship from The Justin Veatch Fund, making her one of six recipients from a highly competitive group of … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/10/25

North Salem Republican Town Committee announces 2025 scholarship winner

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Last week, the North Salem Republican Town Committee proudly announced that Tyler Spar is the recipient of the group’s annual college scholarship. Offered to graduating … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/8/25

North Salem fourth graders uncover town's revolutionary past

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Spies with hidden messages in their shoes, neighbors who couldn't trust each other, and a teenage girl's midnight ride: this was the real history from North Salem's backyard, … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/5/25

Sfarra and Dundon lead North Salem's Class of 2025

NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Congratulations to Valedictorian Christina Sfarra and Salutatorian Luke Dundon, two North Salem High School scholars whose hard work and dedication have earned them the highest … more

Halston Media Staff | 6/3/25