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Moose Warning From State Tops Week's News In Putnam County PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Putnam County. State Department of Environmental Conservation officials issued a warning late Monday to anyone trying to approach, chase or capture the moose that has been on the loose and was last sighted Sunday, July 10, near the Putnam border. The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department has charged a 35-year-old resident of Kent with criminal contempt, according to authorities. Putnam BBQ lovers flock to Carmel's Northern Smoke, which has earned the reputation of being one of the best BBQ joints in the area. Mosquito…

by Ken Davis

07/17/2016

News

Gang Attack On Teen Near Train Station Tops Week’s News In Westchester WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Southern Westchester County. Three New Rochelle teenagers have been charged Thursday after a 15-year-old boy from Mamaroneck was attacked, beaten and robbed near the Mamaroneck train station during the evening rush hour Wednesday. White Plains will be replacing more than 1,000 downtown parking meters with new electronic ones. Yonkers Chef Peter X. Kelly reflects on the ongoing divisions in the U.S. in his column and how his multiracial staff creates a positive work environment built on mutual respect, which h…

by Ken Davis

07/17/2016

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Possible Plea Offer For Ex-Westchester Teacher in Sex Abuse Case Tops News WESTCHESTER COUNTY, N.Y. -- Here's a look at last week's top stories from around Northern Westchester County. Former Horace Greeley High School drama teacher Christopher Schraufnagel may get a plea-agreement offer for his criminal sex-abuse case. State Department of Environmental Conservation officials issued a warning late Monday to anyone trying to approach, chase or capture the moose that has been on the loose throughout Northern Westchester county and was last sighted Sunday near the Putnam border. The Hudson Valley is well-represented in ValuePenguin's 2016 rankings of "2016 Safe…

by Ken Davis

07/17/2016

Sports

Mahopac HS Grad Sinks Hole-In-One At Putnam County Golf Course MAHOPAC, N.Y. -- Matthew DeRosa, a graduate of Mahopac High School and sophomore attending St. Anselm College, became the youngest player to get a hole-in-one in Putnam County Golf Course history Friday, July 1.“Being the youngest player to ever get a hole-in-one in Putnam County Golf Course history is truly a great accomplishment,” said Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell. “It is wonderful to have such exceptional talent in our community.” DeRosa was playing with his dad on the par-3, 143-yard 16th hole when he sank a seven-iron. Upon approaching the green, they couldn’t find the ball u…

by Ken Davis

07/16/2016

Events

Relax To The Music Of The New Jersey Concert Band In Upper Saddle River UPPER SADDLE RIVER, N.J. -- The New Jersey Concert Band will perform at the Upper Saddle River Library Thursday, July 28, for the library's "Songs at Sunset" event.Uppers Saddle River residents are invited to relax with family, friends and neighbors as the band entertains with summer selections. Children will enjoy a balloon artist, arts and crafts and snacks. Attendees should bring lawns chairs and picnic baskets for the outdoor event, which is sponsored by the Friends of the Upper Saddle River Library. The event is from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Guests should park at the Hopper-Goetschius…

by Ken Davis

07/16/2016

Events

Henna Decorating Workshop Offered At Kent Library KENT LAKES, N.Y. -- The Kent Public Library will host a henna decorating workshop on Wednesday, July 20, in the library's program room. The workshop is for teens ages 12 and older. It will be led by henna expert Margie Nugent. She'll teach participants about henna and decorate each one with a henna design. Guests may register for the program by visiting www.kentlibrary.org or calling the library at (845) 225-8585. The workshop will be from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The library is at 17 Sybil's Crossing, Kent Lakes.

by Ken Davis

07/15/2016

News

Putnam Hospital Center Appoints Chief Nursing Officer CARMEL, N.Y. -- Putnam Hospital Center has appointed Eilish Hourihan as its new vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer.Hourihan brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in nursing, management and strategic planning to the position, according to a release from Putnam Hospital Center. “She is a champion for patient care, quality and nursing professionalism and has a proven track record of establishing collaborative relationships with medical staff,” said Putnam Hospital Center President James Caldas. Hourihan most recently served as director of the Heart…

by Ken Davis

07/15/2016

Events

All Makes, Models Invited To Dumont Car Show DUMONT, N.J. -- Boy Scout Troop 1345 will present its Second Annual Summer Car Show Saturday at Calvary United Methodist Church in Dumont. The rain date for the show is Saturday, Aug. 6. All years, makes and models are welcome. Awards will be presented. Refreshments will be available for purchase. The registration fee is $15 in advance and $20 the day of the show. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For registration details or other information about the event, contact Tara tcoll23@optonline.net or call (201) 759-4790. Calvary United Methodist Church is at 185 W. Madison Ave., Dumont.

by Ken Davis

07/15/2016

Events

Sloop Clearwater Returns To Sailing On The Hudson BEACON, N.Y. -- The Hudson River's iconic tall ship Sloop Clearwater has begun its sailing season after a major hull restoration this winter and a short delay awaiting a U.S. Coast Guard inspection. To celebrate the relaunch, Clearwater will host a public dockside relaunch ceremony on Sunday, July 31, at the pier in Cold Spring at 6 p.m. Following the relaunch ceremony, the sloop will depart the dock at 7 p.m. for a public sail, which will include live music. Tickets for the sail are expected to sell out quickly and can be purchased at www.clearwater.org. “The sloop Clearwater passed her …

by Ken Davis

07/14/2016

Events

Create Your Own Board Game At Somers Library SOMERS, N.Y. -- The Somers Library will offer the "Create Your Own Board Game" program on Monday, July 18. This program is designed for students entering the sixth through ninth grades. Creative writing teacher Kim Kovach will guide participants through brainstorming ideas, concept development and design in this fun 90-minute program. The program will give kids the opportunity to combine design, problem-solving skills and creative writing to invent a new board game based on a favorite book or series. The basic art supplies will be provided by the library. Students can take their…

by Ken Davis

07/14/2016

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