Community Picnic to Honor Philipstown’s Emergency Services
Chamber of Commerce event welcomes all at Surprise Lake Camp
All are welcome to a picnic honoring Philipstown emergency service workers on Sunday. September 21st from noon to 5 pm at Surprise Lake Camp in Cold Spring.
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NYC Fireboat to Visit on Thursday
The annual visit of the restored 1931 NYC Fireboat, MV John J. Harvey, will take place this Thursday, August 14th. The boat will dock at the Downey Oil Dock in Cold Spring at 4 pm.
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Metropolitan Transportation Council Taking Comments on Improvement Program
The comment period is currently underway on the draft New York Metropolitan Transportation Council’s Federal Fiscal Year 2004 - 2006 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
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Galef Calls on New York to Follow New Jersey’s Lead in Penalizing Drowsy Drivers
New Jersey Governor James E. McGreevey signed a bill on August 5th that will penalize fatigued drivers who cause fatal accidents. Under this law, individuals face up to ten years in prison and a fine of $150,000.
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Traffic Infraction Leads to Drug Arrest in Kent
The Putnam County Sheriff’s Department reports that on Saturday August 2, at about 11:30 pm, members of the Sheriff’s Narcotics Enforcement Unit were in the area of Glenna Drive in the Town of Carmel when they observed a vehicle operating with an insufficient muffler.
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Major Drug Dealer Arrested in Mahopac
Putnam County Sheriff Smith has announced the arrest of a 19 year-old Peekskill man on drug trafficking charges. According to Sheriff Smith, Sean S. Jackson of Peekskill was arrested after members of the Sheriff’s Narcotics Enforcement Unit and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)...
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Registration Underway for 9th Annual Support-A-Walk
Support Connection, a not-for-profit organization that offers free and confidential support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer announces that registration is underway for the 9th Annual Support-A-Walk to be held Sunday, October 5, at FDR State Park, located off the Taconic Park...
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VA Proposes Changes for New York Health Care Facilities
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has released details about a proposal for realignment of its nationwide health care facilities, including New York.
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Putnam Hospital Center to Offer One-Day Prepared Childbirth Class
The Birthing Center at Putnam Hospital Center has scheduled its next one-day prepared childbirth class for Saturday, September 20th, from 9 am to 5 pm, at the hospital at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel.
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Jewish War Veterans Schedule Monthly Meeting
Pvt. Herman Siegal Post, #625, of the Jewish War Veterans, will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Sunday, August 17, at the Hometown Buffet on Route 9 in Wappingers Falls.
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Governor Pataki Signs Legislation to Protect Crime Victims
Legislation increases penalties for those who repeatedly violate orders of protection
Governor Pataki has signed into law legislation to protect crime victims by increasing penalties for certain individuals who violate an order of protection.
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Coin Collectors to Meet August 19th
The Croton River Numismatic Society of Carmel (a coin club) will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, August 19th in the Guideposts cafeteria located on Seminary Hill Road in Carmel at 8 pm.
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2004 Long Range Weather Calendar Now Available
The HOPE For Youth Foundation has announced the availability of its 2004 Long Range Weather Calendar. The calendar features the weather forecast by WHUD meteorologist Jim Witt, and photographs of the scenic Hudson valley by Joe Deutsch.
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Governor Announces Ceremonies Commemorating Second Anniversary Of September 11th Attack
Statewide Moment of Silence, Tolling of Bells, Wreath of Remembrance, Tribute In Light, highlight this year’s ceremonies
Governor Pataki announced on Monday, August 11th, plans to commemorate the second anniversary of the September 11th attack in New York City and Albany, calling on local elected officials to plan their own memorial events in conjunction with observances taking place in these cities.
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State Convenes Task Force On Invasive Species Problems
New task force to look at impacts, make recommendations on non-native species
Legislation has been signed into law by Governor Pataki that will try to help protect New York State’s natural resources from invasive, non-native species of plants, insects and fish.
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Talk of the Town
It’s that time of year again when the kids cringe. Believe it or not but school will be starting in about 21 days. If its any consolation, we heard of some schools that have already started!
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