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Town Supervisor In Area To Run For State Assembly Town Supervisor In Area To Run For State Assembly
Town Supervisor In Area To Run For State Assembly A popular Republican lawmaker in Northern Westchester announced that he will be stepping away from his current position at the end of the year as he seeks a state Assembly seat. Yorktown Supervisor Matt Slater, age 36, who was re-elected for a second term in an uncontested election in November, says he will challenge for the seat currently held by Republican Kevin Byrne in the 94th State Assembly District this year. The 94th District includes parts of Northern Westchester and most of Putnam County.  It is currently occupied by Byrne, who earned the GOP nomination to run for longtime P…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Putnam Won't Enforce New Mask Mandate, Odell Says COVID-19: Putnam Won't Enforce New Mask Mandate, Odell Says
Covid-19: Putnam Won't Enforce New Mask Mandate, Odell Says This story has been updated. Some Republican county executives in the Hudson Valley won't be adhering to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s new mask mandate as the state battles the winter surge of COVID-19. As of Monday, Dec. 13, masks are required for New Yorkers in all public places unless a vaccine requirement is in place due to the rise of new COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations throughout the region. Earlier story - COVID-19: Here Are Penalties In Place, Info On Vax Requirements As NY Mask Mandate Takes Effect However, in the Hudson Valley, at least two local health departments will…

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by Zak Failla
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Putnam County Receives Major Disaster Declaration For Ida Putnam County Receives Major Disaster Declaration For Ida
Putnam County Receives Major Disaster Declaration For Ida Additional relief is coming for some Hudson Valley victims of Tropical Depression Ida following a disaster declaration due to the damage caused by the storm. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that Orange, Putnam, and Rockland counties have become the latest locale to be approved for a “Major Disaster Declaration” to provide federal financial relief. The federal funding will deliver both Individual and Public Assistance for eligible New Yorkers recovering from flooding and other storm-related damages caused by the remnants of Ida. Ro…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Putnam Officials Ask State For Better Guidance On Schools COVID-19: Putnam Officials Ask State For Better Guidance On Schools
Covid-19: Putnam Officials Ask State For Better Guidance On Schools Officials in Putnam County are seeking guidance from the state as they look to reopen more schools for in-person learning while avoiding community spread of COVID-19. Nearly a year into the pandemic, with various parts of the economy re-opening in different stages, parents, education, local and health officials are questioning: “what is next for schools?” “Parents and caregivers are understandably concerned,” Putnam County Department of Health Educator Susan Hoffner said. “Families have varied needs and levels of comfort with the delivery of education, as well as the safety precautions in …

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: 'Where Is Our Vaccine?' Officials In Putnam County Ask COVID-19: 'Where Is Our Vaccine?' Officials In Putnam County Ask
Covid-19: 'Where Is Our Vaccine?' Officials In Putnam County Ask Putnam County officials are raising the same questions many New Yorkers are as the state contends with the COVID-19: pandemic “where is our vaccine?” Since the pandemic began, Putnam has received a total of 2,647 - 1,740 first and 907 second - doses of the COVID-19 vaccine, all of which were administered within 48 hours of the state supplying the county with its allocation. Supervising Public Health Nurse Kathleen Percacciolo made note that during the H1-N1 crisis, the county was vaccinating approximately 300 people an hour, proving Putnam has the capacity and ability to distribute m…

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by Zak Failla
Sports
Hudson Valley Counties OK High-Risk HS Sports To Start Play Hudson Valley Counties OK High-Risk HS Sports To Start Play
Hudson Valley Counties OK High-Risk HS Sports To Start Play Play ball! Top elected officials in the Hudson Valley convened and gave the green light for student-athletes to return to the field to begin playing “high risk” winter high school sports under strict guidance provided by the state. “High-risk” spots include football, wrestling, ice hockey, rugby, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball, martial arts, and competitive cheer or dance.  Their fate had been in the hands of the state until New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo turned it over to local governments and health officials last week. Practices are set to begin next week on Monday, Feb. 1…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Putnam Opens New Vaccination Site COVID-19: Putnam Opens New Vaccination Site
Covid-19: Putnam Opens New Vaccination Site With more New Yorkers becoming eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, Putnam County has opened a second vaccination site to accommodate those looking to receive their first dose. Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell announced that a second COVID-19 vaccination site was being opened at the Philipstown Recreation Center, following the opening of a site at the Carmel Friendship Center, which vaccinated more than 600 people over two days last week. Earlier story - COVID-19: Vaccinations Administered In Putnam County Shortly After First Shipment Arrives “We want to ensure that everyone i…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Vaccinations Administered In Putnam County Shortly After First Shipment Arrives COVID-19: Vaccinations Administered In Putnam County Shortly After First Shipment Arrives
Covid-19: Vaccinations Administered In Putnam County Shortly After First Shipment Arrives The long-awaited COVID-19 vaccine has made its way to Putnam, where some frontline healthcare workers have already started to receive their initial doses of the vaccination. This week, the Putnam County Department of Health administered 600 doses of the vaccine that were received from New York State on Tuesday, Jan. 5, with 251 doses administered on Thursday, Jan. 7 to some essential employees and healthcare workers. After receiving the first dose, employees will receive their second dose on Thursday, Feb. 4 to complete the vaccination. Next week, on Monday, Jan. 11, more vaccines are expe…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID: Putnam County Wants State To Provide Breakdown By Zip Code COVID: Putnam County Wants State To Provide Breakdown By Zip Code
COVID: Putnam County Wants State To Provide Breakdown By Zip Code Putnam County is calling on more detailed COVID-19 data from the state as new cases of the virus surge across the country during the holiday season. With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror and more holidays fast approaching, county officials issued an alert cautioning families to modify plans to help curtail the spread of the virus. Officials are also working with New York State health officials to get more information to residents, businesses, and schools, broken down by zip code. Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell noted that with more areas in the Hudson Valley and New York being d…

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by Zak Failla
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Putnam County Sheriff Speaks Out On $12M DiPippo Settlement Putnam County Sheriff Speaks Out On $12M DiPippo Settlement
Putnam County Sheriff Speaks Out On $12M DiPippo Settlement Another high-ranking official in Putnam has spoken up about the $12 million settlement reached between the county and Anthony DiPippo, who was twice convicted of raping and killing a 12-year-old girl before being acquitted at a third trial. Earlier this month, officials announced that they had reached a settlement with DiPippo, who was acquitted in 2016 after spending two decades behind bars. Earlier story - Putnam County Exec Hits Back At DA For Outrage Over $12M DiPippo Case Settlement The decision proved divisive, with Putnam County District Attorney Robert Tendy blasting the settl…

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Putnam County Exec Hits Back At DA For Outrage Over $12M DiPippo Case Settlement Putnam County Exec Hits Back At DA For Outrage Over $12M DiPippo Case Settlement
Putnam County Exec Hits Back At DA For Outrage Over $12M DiPippo Case Settlement Putnam's top elected official spoke out against a statement made by the county's district attorney’s statement over the $12 million settlement for Anthony DiPippo, who was twice convicted of raping and murdering a 12-year-old before being acquitted at a third trial. The acquittal in 2016 came after DiPippo served two decades behind bars. On Friday, Aug. 14, following the announcement of the multi-million dollar settlement, Putnam County District Attorney Robert Tendy issued a scathing statement condemning the decision. Earlier story - $12M DiPippo Rape, Murder Case Settlement Decision 'F…

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COVID-19: Postpone Out-Of-State Travel, Putnam Department Of Health Tells County Residents COVID-19: Postpone Out-Of-State Travel, Putnam Department Of Health Tells County Residents
Covid-19: Postpone Out-Of-State Travel, Putnam Department Of Health Tells County Residents With an increase in summer visitors expected in Putnam County for the summer, the Department of Health is encouraging residents to put off travel plans out of the state and instead invest in the local economy. The Department of Health said that as the county gets set to enter Phase 4 of reopening the economy from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on Tuesday, July 7, “snow-bird” residents will be returning home, and it’s more important now to boost local businesses recovering from the outbreak. “When feeling the urge to travel—you don’t have to look far … Our community has…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Here's New Rundown Of Cases By Town As Putnam Starts Phase 3 Of Four-Phase Reopening COVID-19: Here's New Rundown Of Cases By Town As Putnam Starts Phase 3 Of Four-Phase Reopening
Covid-19: Here's New Rundown Of Cases By Town As Putnam Starts Phase 3 Of Four-Phase Reopening There are just two active novel coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Putnam County as the Hudson Valley prepares to enter Phase 3 of the four-phase New York State reopening of the economy. Phase 3 starts on Tuesday, June 23. Since the pandemic began, the latest data from the Putnam County Department of Health shows that there have been 1,499 confirmed COVID-19 cases out of 14,407 county residents tested. Two COVID-19 patients remain hospitalized, according to officials. There have been 62 COVID-19-related deaths in Putnam County. “We are happy to continue to move toward a more fully open …

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Orange County Execs Ask Cuomo To Start Phase 3 Earlier COVID-19: Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Orange County Execs Ask Cuomo To Start Phase 3 Earlier
Covid-19: Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Orange County Execs Ask Cuomo To Start Phase 3 Earlier Some county executives in the Hudson Valley are imploring New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to allow the region to enter Phase 3 of reopening earlier than originally planned. In a letter to Cuomo, the county execs in Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, and Rockland county requested that the region be allowed to enter the third phase of reopening the economy earlier than originally scheduled. In Phase 3, indoor dining is permitted, as well as personal care services such as nail salons and tattoo parlors, though all businesses will be under strict restrictions. Currently, Western New York, the Capital Region…

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by Zak Failla
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COVID-19: Seven Hudson Valley Elected Officials Working Together On Reopening Plan COVID-19: Seven Hudson Valley Elected Officials Working Together On Reopening Plan
Covid-19: Seven Hudson Valley Elected Officials Working Together On Reopening Plan Much like the state of New York is working on a regional plan to reopen amid the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, so too is the Hudson Valley, which has formed a group of high-ranking officials to come up procedures to reopen the economy. The Hudson Valley Reopening Workgroup held its first meeting on Friday, May 8, as seven officials from seven counties work together to determine the best steps to move forward from the fallout of the virus. Earlier story - COVID-19: Plan For Phased Reopening Of NY Businesses By Region Outlined By Cuomo The board is comprised of: Town of Stockport S…

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COVID-19: Latest Rundown Of 142 Putnam County Positive Cases By Town COVID-19: Latest Rundown Of 142 Putnam County Positive Cases By Town
Covid-19: Latest Rundown Of 142 Putnam County Positive Cases By Town Putnam County now has 142 positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The latest report was released Sunday, March 29. “We need to do our best to slow the spread of the outbreak, to flatten the curve, and protect our health care system from becoming overwhelmed,” County Executive MaryEllen Odell said. “I really want to commend all of our residents for taking these orders as seriously as they have. The public response countywide has been fantastic.” Here is the breakdown of positive cases by town as of Sunday, March 29.: Carmel 65 Kent 22 Patterson 12 Phillipstown 7 Putnam Valley …

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COVID-19: Rundown Of Putnam County Positive Cases By Town COVID-19: Rundown Of Putnam County Positive Cases By Town
Covid-19: Rundown Of Putnam County Positive Cases By Town With the number of local cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) increasing daily, it is essential that county residents continue to stay at home, stay safe and practice social distancing, Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell said, in announcing on Friday, Match 27 a rundown of cases by each of the county's towns. “We need to do our best to slow the spread of the outbreak, to flatten the curve, and protect our healthcare system from becoming overwhelmed,” Odell said. “I really want to commend all of our residents for taking these orders as seriously as they have. The public response cou…

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Number Of Putnam County COVID-19 Cases Hits 109 Number Of Putnam County COVID-19 Cases Hits 109
Number Of Putnam County Covid-19 Cases Hits 109 A total of 16 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 109 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Thursday afternoon, March 26. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call …

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11 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93 11 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93
11 New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 93 A total of 11 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 93 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Wednesday afternoon, March 25. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call …

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36 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82 36 New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82
36 New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 82 A total of 36 new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 82 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said late Tuesday afternoon, March 24. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call th…

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Seven New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46 Seven New COVID-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46
Seven New Covid-19 Cases Bring Putnam County Total To 46 Seven new positive cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have been reported in Putnam County That brings the total number of cases to 46 in the county, the Putnam County Department of Health said. "Now is the time to focus on slowing the spread and flattening the curve," the department said. "By staying home, you can be part of the solution." Emergency Services and the Putnam County Department of Health (PCDOH) are asking residents to help reduce the incoming call volume now and in the coming weeks.  Putnam County residents can now call the easy-to-remember 2-1-1 number for updat…

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COVID-19: All Putnam County Schools Will Be Closed Under State Of Emergency Order COVID-19: All Putnam County Schools Will Be Closed Under State Of Emergency Order
Covid-19: All Putnam County Schools Will Be Closed Under State Of Emergency Order All schools in Putnam County will be closed next week after County Executive MaryEllen Odell issued a state of emergency order. The order, issued Friday, March 13, takes effect at 12 a.m. Monday, March 16. It lasts until Friday, March 27 at 11:59 p.m. All public and private schools will be closed for an initial period of Monday, March 16 through Friday, March 20 as part of the order. It suspends all classroom and extracurricular functions for public and private schools in the county. The order may be extended beyond the five-day closure of schools or revoked earlier. For more information,…

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by Joe Lombardi
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$10.9 Million Project To Replace Route 6 Bridge In Putnam County Starts $10.9 Million Project To Replace Route 6 Bridge In Putnam County Starts
$10.9 Million Project To Replace Route 6 Bridge In Putnam County Starts Work has begun on a near $11 million Route 6 bridge replacement project. New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez announced that construction has begun on a $10.9 million project in Putnam County to replace the bridge over the Metro-North Railroad’s Harlem Line in Brewster and Southeast. Dominguez said that the “project will enhance safety and improve travel conditions on the heavily traveled roadway which serves as a gateway to the village and its rail station.” The new bridge will be constructed 75-feet to the south of the existing structure, cr…

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by Zak Failla
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Exposure Sites Identified After Measles Case Confirmed In Putnam Exposure Sites Identified After Measles Case Confirmed In Putnam
Exposure Sites Identified After Measles Case Confirmed In Putnam A positive case of measles has been confirmed in Putnam and possible exposure sites have been identified. The county's Department of Health made the announcement on Monday, Oct. 1. "The patient has been isolated to avoid spreading the disease further," the department said in a statement.  Measles is a serious, highly contagious disease that can be spread through the air by coughing or sneezing. In rare cases it can be deadly. “Keep in mind that this is currently one case of measles,” reassures County Executive MaryEllen Odell. “Please support the efforts of the health department as t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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$2.2M Project To Improve I-84, Route 312 Interchange In Putnam Starts $2.2M Project To Improve I-84, Route 312 Interchange In Putnam Starts
$2.2M Project To Improve I-84, Route 312 Interchange In Putnam Starts The $2.2 million construction project to improve safety and traffic flow between Interstate 84 and Route 312 in the Town of Southeast is officially underway, the New York State Department of Transportation announced. The project will include the installation of redesigned turning lanes, better-coordinated traffic signals, pavement markings, new signage and more in an effort to improve efficiency and safety for motorists traveling between the two major roadways. The project will also help provide better access to local stores and businesses. Part of the project also includes the repaving of…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Help Bag Hunger Event Held At ShopRite In Carmel Help Bag Hunger Event Held At ShopRite In Carmel
Help Bag Hunger Event Held At ShopRite In Carmel Officials from all areas of government gathered to help ShopRite celebrate more than 20 years of giving back to the community during a "Help Bag Hunger," event. Those pitching in and showing off their bagging skills included Putnam County Sheriff Robert Langley, County Executive MaryEllen Odell, and Town of Kent Supervisor Maureen Fleming.

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by Kathy Reakes
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Cuomo Visits Putnam, Declares State Of Emergency For County Cuomo Visits Putnam, Declares State Of Emergency For County
Cuomo Visits Putnam, Declares State Of Emergency For County New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has declared a state of emergency for four Hudson Valley counties as the state begins to recover from Tuesday’s storm that saw winds and rain take down trees and utility lines throughout the area. At a press conference in Putnam Valley on Wednesday, Cuomo issued the state of emergency for Putnam, Dutchess, Orange and Sullivan Counties, including the deployment of 125 members of the New York National Guard to assist local communities with recovery efforts. According to Cuomo, “thousands of state and local personnel are already working hand in hand with pre-deployed…

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by Zak Failla
Politics
Odell Stresses School Safety, Development In State Of County Address Odell Stresses School Safety, Development In State Of County Address
Odell Stresses School Safety, Development In State Of County Address Putnam County Executive MaryEllen Odell stressed school safety, smart financing and county development last week in her annual State of the County speech.During Odell's seventh State of the County address, which was held at Putnam County Golf Course on March 15, the Republican proclaimed that Putnam County is moving in the right direction, highlighted by dramatic cuts in county debt, stable tax rates and key infrastructure investments. The investments include along the Route 6 corridor and construction of a new senior center in Cold Spring and the renovation of a senior center in Carmel. Od…

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by Jon Craig
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Putnam County Welcomes 52 New American Citizens Putnam County Welcomes 52 New American Citizens
Putnam County Welcomes 52 New American Citizens Putnam County recently welcomed 52 new American citizens. Joining a recent citizenship ceremony and celebration were the Sheriff Robert Langley, County Executive MaryEllen Odell and other elected officials including Robert Tendy, Michael Bartolotti, Art Hanley and Victor Grossman.

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Hearing Scheduled To Take Complaints On Delayed Power Outage Response Hearing Scheduled To Take Complaints On Delayed Power Outage Response
Hearing Scheduled To Take Complaints On Delayed Power Outage Response Click here for a related story: Nor'easter No. 4? Latest Storm Brewing Could Arrive As Spring Starts A State Senate hearing has been set for Thursday, March 22 to take citizen complaints and investigate the delayed utility company response to this month's trio of  winter Nor'easters. The hearing, co-sponsored by state senatorsTerrence Murphy and Sue Serino, will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium of John F. Kennedy High School, 54 Route 138 in Somers. On March 2, the first Nor'easter walloped parts of the Hudson Valley with over a foot of snow. The storm also caused extensive flooding an…

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by Jon Craig
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Kent Supervisor Maureen Fleming Enters Putnam County Executive Race Kent Supervisor Maureen Fleming Enters Putnam County Executive Race
Kent Supervisor Maureen Fleming Enters Putnam County Executive Race Kent Supervisor Maureen Fleming, a Democrat, is challenging Republican incumbent MaryEllen Odell in this year's race for Putnam County Executive. In a news release from the Putnam Democratic Committee, Fleming said she has the support of county residents from every political stripe, while calling herself a fiscal conservative and strong collaborative leader. Taxes have not risen during Fleming's four years as Kent town supervisor. “I’ve shown that when we work hard together, we get the job done. I want to bring that kind of cooperation and respect back to County government,” Fleming said. …

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