News across Putnam County

New York economy grows at fastest rate in nation
ALBANY- New York’s economy grew faster than that of any other state during the second quarter of 2026, according to new data from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis. The state’s real gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 4 percent from the…

Farmers’ Markets Launch Teeny Greenies
Coupons provide access to local food

Putnam launches autumn flu clinics
PUTNAM COUNTY- Putnam County Health Director Rian Rodriguez has called immunization “more important than ever, particularly as vaccination rates have declined in some communities.” With the arrival of autumn comes the beginning of the flu season, and Putnam County health…

Nor’easter slams Hudson Valley
HUDSON VALLEY- Winds and rain from a strengthening nor’easter lashed the Hudson Valley Saturday as the storm crawled up the coast, flooding low-lying areas and knocking out power due to falling tree limbs and broken utility lines. The immediate region was spared from the worst of…

Letter to the Editor: Combat climate change with Kaul
Dear Editor, Climate change is rapidly accelerating and is an immediate reality that is negatively impacting the environment and people all over the world. Small and large communities are currently facing issues due to extreme weather, pollution, and rising costs of everyday…

Around the Region
Coyote bites woman, Newburgh legislator steps down, Poughkeepsie judge suspended


Around Town (Photos)
Season opener, river cruise, recovery walk

Classic Wheels: 1956 Porsche 356A 1600 Cabriolet
Rare convertible sat in a shed for 25 years

Out There: The Last Highlands Trail
An oft-overlooked route on the mountain


Israeli prime minister lands at Stewart en route to UN
STEWART AIRPORT – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netenyahu flew into New York Stewart International Airport at Newburgh on Thursday and was motorcaded to New York City for the United Nations General Assembly session. The southbound Thruway had dozens of State Police cars…