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Local historians and officials are rallying to restore a nearly 65-year-old statue commemorating Revolutionary War hero Sybil Ludington’s 40-mile ride through Putnam County to warn American troops of a British advance on Danbury.
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10/15/25
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The proposed 2026 Putnam County budget calls for a tax rate of 2.39 percent, the lowest rate in 20 years, as well as a $1 million cut to the property tax levy, the largest in county history, according to County Executive Kevin Byrne.
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10/2/25
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After a six-year hiatus, a Mahopac tradition that began in 1988 is returning and once again will be a central part of the annual Street Festival.
The Italian American Club of Mahopac began sponsoring the Putnam County Columbus Day Parade 37 years...
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BY BOB DUMAS
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9/30/25
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County Executive Kevin Byrne will present his proposed executive budget at a special meeting of the County Legislature on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at noon, at the Historic County Courthouse.
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9/19/25
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MAHOPAC, N.Y. — The Putnam Economic Development Corporation will host its fourth annual breakfast symposium Tuesday, Sept. 30, from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at the Putnam County Golf Course ballroom, 187 Hill St.
The event will feature a keynote address...
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By Halston Media Staff
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9/3/25
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PATTERSON, N.Y. — A 20-year-old Patterson man has been charged with aggravated animal cruelty, an E felony under state agriculture and markets law, after the death of a rabbit earlier this month.
According to the Putnam County SPCA, state police...
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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8/31/25
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Putnam County Acting Sheriff Brian Hess has received the Republican Committee’s nomination to run for sheriff in the November general elections. Hess replaces Sheriff Kevin McConville on the ballot after McConville passed away earlier this month.
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BY BOB DUMAS
Editor-at-Large | 8/30/25 |
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Putnam County Sheriff Kevin McConville passed away early Friday morning, Aug. 22, after a long illness. He was 68.
A statement from the Sheriff’s Office said, “It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Sheriff Kevin McConville who...
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BY BOB DUMAS
Editor-at-Large | 8/22/25 |
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One Mahopac family is trying to turn an unspeakable tragedy into something helpful and positive as they face unbearable grief.
Jennifer and Tim Cashion’s 4-year-old daughter Isabella (Izzy) was diagnosed earlier this week with DIPG (Diffuse...
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BY BOB DUMAS
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8/18/25
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CARMEL, N.Y. — The popular youth fishing clinic is returning to the area next month. The free event is open to kids ages 5 to 15. Registration is required.
Councilman Robert Kearns will host his third fishing clinic Saturday, Sept. 6, at Carmel’s...
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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8/15/25
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Mahopac, N.Y.—Mahopac soccer is hosting the 2025 Mahopac Soccer Pro Camp from Aug. 18 to 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Airport Park.
Mahopac Soccer PRO Camp helps young players grow their skills, …
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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8/1/25
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A 46-year-old Yorktown man was arrested last week and charged with attempted burglary following a reported home invasion, the Yorktown Police said on Monday. And on Friday, a 55-year-old Yorktown man was arrested and charged with criminal possession of a weapon, a class E felony.
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BY MIRANDA FERRANTE
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MAHOPAC, N.Y.—Patricia “Patty” Rathschmidt, a Mahopac philanthropist who co-founded the iconic local charity United for the Troops with her husband, Jim, has died. She was 69.
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BY BOB DUMAS
Editor-at-Large | 7/25/25 |
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The Putnam County Fair returns to Veterans Memorial Park in Carmel this weekend. Open Saturday and Sunday, July 27–28, the annual event has been a family favorite for generations, with food, vendors, games, exhibits, demonstrations, inflatables,...
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7/25/25
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Hulk Hogan, who died this week at age 71, reconnected with members of a pro wrestling royal family with local roots when the Albanos joined him during his March visit to the Carmel ShopRite.
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By Halston Media Staff
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7/25/25
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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....
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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7/8/25
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CARMEL, N.Y. – Putnam County police agencies and STOP-DWI coordinators will participate in special efforts to bring awareness to the dangers of impaired driving this Fourth of July weekend.The …
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By Halston Media Staff
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6/30/25
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CARMEL, N.Y. - County Executive Kevin Byrne has implemented a new initiative designed to raise awareness about the county’s public libraries with series of public events where Byrne will …
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6/26/25
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CARMEL, N.Y. - County Executive Kevin Byrne has declared a state of emergency in Putnam County to address the current heatwave and its potential impact on public health.As part of the emergency …
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6/23/25
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CARMEL, N.Y. – County Executive Kevin Byrne and state Sen. Peter Harckham welcomed the naming of the James F. Reitz Memorial Courtroom at the Putnam County Supreme and County Court on …
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BY HALSTON MEDIA STAFF
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6/17/25
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