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You don’t have to ride Metro-North to Manhattan so see meaningful pieces of art. More...

John Danzer believes even garden furniture -- perhaps especially garden furniture -- benefits from history and its perspective: Jefferson’s garden benches. Washington’s fruit tree boxes. More...

A rash of chimney fires in recent days has prompted Putnam’s Commissioner of Emergency Services Adam Stiebeling to remind local residents to have chimneys and other heating devices properly cleaned. More...

Putnam residents and agencies, who may be eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Loans from the Small Business Administration in the wake of Hurricane Sandy’s wrath, now have until January 28 to file applications. More...

Quick work on the part of the Putnam Sheriff’s Department led to the apprehension of an alleged thief wanted in connection with a larceny from a residence in Putnam Valley. More...

Come to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum for special Holiday Open Hours! The Museum’s Wildlife Education Center, 25 Boulevard, Cornwall-on-Hudson, will be open Wednesday, December 26 through Sunday, December 30 from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. More...

Children ages 3 and up are welcome to drop by the Howland Public Library on 313 Main St. in Beacon on Saturday, Dec. 22nd, between 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon to decorate a salt dough ornament. Children ages 3-5 must be accompanied by an adult. More...

On Dec. 22 at 10:30 a.m. (rain date Dec. 23) have a Beary Merry Holiday with the bears of Bear Mountain. Bring the family to Trailside Museums and Zoo to make tasty holiday snacks for the black bears. More...

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Last week the Devil visited the elementary school in Connecticut where numerous children were slaughtered. Many people will focus on the weapons that were used by the young man who killed the innocents. More...

To the Editor: Finally. Some action, and some forward movement! Now... Whatever did happen to Loretto Rest? John P. Eaton Cold Spring More...

PHILIPSTOWN TREE SERVICE: Land clearing, take downs, trimmings. Stump Removal. Fully insured. Reg. No. PC 607. 845- 265-2187. More...

PET SITTING AVAILABLE: Going on vacation? Coming home late from work? This local Cold Spring pet lover will be there to take care of your pets. Experience with great references. More...

Artist wanted The Constitution Island Association is looking for an undergraduate or graduate student in the fine arts who is a capable artist to create a series of images of Constitution Island and it’s history. More...