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Sylvan Glen Park Preserve, Yorktown, NY

Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported On Route 202 Corridor Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported On Route 202 Corridor
Multiple Black Bear Sightings Reported On Route 202 Corridor Multiple sightings of a black bear were reported Saturday in Northern Westchester near the Putnam border. The Yorktown Police Department received the reports of a black bear along the Route 202 (Crompond Road) corridor near BJ's, Lexington Avenue, Sylvan Glen Park Preserve, the Yorktown Paw Park and Stony Street. There is no indication that the bear is sick or injured, Yorktown Police said.  Yorktown police officers and the Yorktown Animal Control Officer responded. Authorities are offering a series of tips in case of a close encounter with a bear: Remain calm and avoid sudden movements…