News across Putnam County

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…

Philipstown Pond May Be Saved
Tree damage spurs emergency dam repair

Forty percent of Putnam families are struggling financially
PUTNAM COUNTY- Putnam County may be considered as one of the most affluent communities in New York State with the median household income of $121,000 as compared to the state’s $85,200, yet a substantial portion of the county’s 93,000 residents face financial hardship each day.…

New York again ranks No. 1 for teen driver safety
NEW YORK- New York has been ranked the nation’s top state for teen drivers for the third consecutive year, according to a new analysis by WalletHub. The 2026 study compared all 50 states using 23 measures related to teen driver safety, accidents, and injuries, and state laws. New…