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Winter Solstice Celebration Planned in Putnam Valley
     The annual winter Solstice Sunrise Celebration taking place in a precisely aligned stone chamber will occur on Sunday, December 21. Celebrants can meet at the intersection of Peekskill Hollow Road and the Taconic Parkway at 6:30 am.
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North Highlands Fire Department Santa To Visit Community December 21st
     North Highlands Engine Co.# 1 Santa will be on his Big Red Sled and visit the community on Sunday, December 21st, with gifts for the children and holiday good wishes for all.
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Chanukah Celebration in Beacon on Dec. 24
     "Beacon is one of the shining jewels of the Hudson Valley, attracting many artists and musicians to make their homes there and showcase their different cultures," says Terry Davis from the Beacon Hebrew Alliance.
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Putnam District Attorney Wright Calls for Changes in Death Penalty Statute
     Putnam District Attorney Kevin Wright, president-elect of the District Attorney’s Association of the State of New York, has called for a change to New York’s death penalty statute in light of the murder of a federal prosecutor whose body was found early on December 4th in Lancaster County, Pennsylva...
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Southeast Theft Solved With Arrest of Lake Carmel Man
     Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the arrest of a Lake Carmel man in connection with a theft committed a month ago in Southeast. Mr. Justin P.
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Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Carmel Man
     A Carmel man was arrested for driving while his driver’s license was suspended by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Department on November 29th. Mr. Joseph A.
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18 Year Old Arrested After Automobile Accident
     Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports the December 1st arrest of a Carmel man for Driving While Intoxicated in the Town of Patterson.
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Changes in Childcare Focus of Putnam Hospital Center’s January Grandparenting Class
     On Saturday, January 3rd, from 9 to 10 am., Putnam Hospital Center’s maternity department will offer a Grandparenting Class in its new Birthing Center, located at the hospital at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel.
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Student Attacks Classmate at Mahopac High School
     Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith and Dr. Robert J. Reidy, Jr., Superintendent of the Mahopac Central School District, report that a Mahopac High School student was hospitalized on December 4th with severe head injuries after another student struck him with a club in a school parking lot.
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Putnam Hospital Center Seeks Public’s Assistance in Documenting Its History
     Do you remember when? First, it was the Mahopac Emergency Hospital. Then it was Putnam Community Hospital. In 2004, Putnam Hospital Center, which officially opened its doors on its present site on October 29, 1964, will be celebrating its 40th anniversary of providing healthcare to the community.
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Putnam Hospital Center’s Free Sibling Class to Provide Helpful Hints to Big Brothers and Sisters
     On Saturday, January 3rd from 8 to 9 am, Putnam Hospital Center’s maternity department will offer a Sibling Class for children in its new Birthing Center, located at the hospital at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel.
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Putnam Hospital Center Will Offer Class on Pets and the Newborn
     On Saturday, January 3rd, from noon to 1 pm, Putnam Hospital Center’s maternity department will offer a Pets and the Newborn Class in its Birthing Center, located at the hospital at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel.
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Putnam Hospital Center’s Upcoming Baby Boot Camp to Focus on Basic Newborn Care Issues
     On Saturday, January 3rd, from 10:00 am to noon, Putnam Hospital Center’s maternity department will offer a Baby Boot Camp in its new Birthing Center, located at the hospital at 670 Stoneleigh Avenue in Carmel.
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Central Hudson to Implement Annual Essential Services Program
     Mid-Hudson Valley residents whose utility accounts are past due won’t have their electric service disconnected this winter under the annual "Essential Services Program" of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation.
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Sheriff’s Chief Investigator Instructs Putnam Fire Police
     In an interesting and unique talk the members of the Putnam County Fire Police Response Team learned the importance of training during a recent session at the Putnam Sheriffs Department.
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Elana Chapter of Hadassah to Hold Annual Camp Fair
     The twenty-second annual Westchester Camp Fair will take place at the Westchester County Center Exhibit Hall in White Plains on Sunday, January 25th between 11 and 3 pm.
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Senior Menu
Cold Spring Friendship Center - 265-3952
Putnam Valley Friendship Center - 528-2662
     Thursday - Roast turkey, stuffing, turnip cubes, ice cream/bread pudding.
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Coin Collectors to Meet December 16th
     The Croton River Numismatic Society of Carmel (a coin club) will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, December 16 in the Guideposts cafeteria located on Seminary Hill Road in Carmel at 8 pm.
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Hospice Care in Westchester and Putnam Celebrates an Early Holiday
     The holidays started early for Hospice Care in Westchester and Putnam as they received a donation of $4,885 from the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, Division 16 (A.O.H.
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Our Lady of Loretto Youth Collecting Gifts for Underprivileged Children
     For the seventh year, the youth group at Our Lady of Loretto is collecting gifts for underprivileged children at Our Lady of Comfort Shelter in Newburgh.
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Girls Scout Troop 2454 Having Fun and Helping Others
     On Nov. 15th, Junior Girl Scouts Troop 2454 from the Garrison Union Free School had a jam packed, adventurous and chilly Girl Scout Weekend at the Sharpe Environmental Center, sponsored by the Fresh Air Fund.
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Cold Spring Farmer’s Market Moves Indoors
     The Cold Spring Farmer’s Market has found an early taste of spring - by moving inside to warmer, drier conditions. Last week’s snow storm postponed the move but market faithful (please excuse the pun) can now visit the market on Saturday mornings at the St.
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Operation Decoration: Safety Tips for Decorating This Holiday Season
     Holiday decorations can give your home just the right festive touch, but don’t forget to deck your halls safely this season.
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Donations Needed for Science & Technology Fair
     The 11th annual Tri-County Science and Technology Fair will be held on Saturday, April 17 at The Harvey School in Katonah.
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A Beary Merry Holiday at Bear Mountain
     Join the Bears at Bear Mountain as they welcome Winter and the Holiday Season on Saturday, December 20th. This special annual holiday event is sure to thrill the young ones as the Bears open their own unique gifts of pig ears, nuts, veggies and other surprises.
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Hudson Valley Hospital Center Now OffersVirtual Colonoscopy
The 16-slice Lightspeed CT scan at HV Hospital performs virtual colonoscopy quickly, efficiently, comfortably
     Virtual colonoscopy, a less invasive screening for the detection of colorectal cancer is now available at Hudson Valley Hospital Center. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer related deaths in the nation.
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Hans Moeller Recognized by American Association of Blood Banks in San Diego
     New York Blood Center is proud to announce that two of their blood drive chairpeople have been recognized by American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) at their Annual Meeting and Gala.
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St. Philip’s Church Choir Sings "Gloria"
     The choir of St. Philip’s Church will sing John Rutter’s "Gloria" on Sunday, December 14th, during the regular church service at 10:30 am. This vibrant and inspirational work of sacred music will be accompanied by organ, brass, timpani and percussion, under the direction of St.
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Putnam County Historical Society & Foundry School Museum Hosts Holiday Party
Celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa
     The Board of Trustees and staff of the Putnam County Historical Society & Foundry School Museum invite you to celebrate the holidays on Sunday, December 14, 2 - 4 pm, at their annual holiday party.
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Deadline Extended For Seniors Cablevision Discount
     Cablevision provides a Senior Citizen Discount to qualified customers. It is a 10% discount on the Basic Broadcast tier of service.
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Downtown Tavern Drop Off Spot for "Toys for Tots"
     Again this year, Downtown Tavern, 52 Main Street in Cold Spring, will be an official drop off location for the "Toys for Tots" program. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy by Decemeber 19 and receive a free drink.
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Women of St. Mary’s Meet on Dec. 10
     The weather outside may be frightful, but the Women of St. Mary’s Church plan to meet Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30 pm in the parish hall to complete their decision on appeals for Christmas for outreach.
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Four Putnam Youths Charged in Crime Spree in Eastern Putnam
Videotape of activities implicate defendants in multiple events
     Putnam County Sheriff Donald B. Smith reports that four youths were arrested on December 4, 2003 for numerous acts of vandalism and other offenses committed in Patterson, Carmel, Southeast, Brewster, and possibly elsewhere.
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Talk of the Town
     This past weekend’s blizzard could not have come at a worse time for the merchants in Cold Spring. Their big candlelight tour event was cancelled due to the over abundance of winter ambiance.
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