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Honorable Supreme Court Justice Eddie Loren Williams administers the oath of office to Dr. Mary L. McLymore who was sworn-in to the Newburgh Town Council on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR.

Dr. Mary McLymore Makes History

Discouraged residents of the Kenney Apartments in the City of Newburgh had their voices heard last Wednesday night.

Kenney Apartments Residents Demand Answers

Meals on Wheels Delivering Needed Holiday Cheer

Rip Van Winkle Housing residents enjoyed an afternoon filled with holiday cheer, highlighted by a special visit from Santa. Kevin Paige

Santa Brigs Joy to Rip Van Winkle Housing Residents

Santa arrives to take pictures as children eagerly greet the man in red.

Holiday Celebrations Fill Local School District

Four public-works trucks in county fleet get makeover.

Putnam County Schools Vote to Name Snowplows

Families pose for photos with Santa as Healthfirst teamed up with several community based organizations to make the holidays brighter for everyone on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Hudson Valley Press/CHUCK STEWART, JR

Third Annual Healthfirst Holiday Celebration Event

The Westchester County Youth Bureau, in partnership with Lower Hudson Valley My Brother’s Keeper (LHVMBK) Alliance, the Obama Foundation and SUNY Westchester Community College (WCC) hosted the Youth Leadership Summit.

My Brother’s Keeper Youth Leadership Summit

Nearly 100 Poughkeepsie High School students had perfect attendance in November, showing up on time each day for school.

PHS Celebrates Students With Perfect Attendance

Oakwood’s junior class in 1920.

Oakwood School Marks 105th Year in Poughkeepsie

Operation Toy Train Giveaway Happening This Week

On Monday, December 8, the Board of Legislators honored two outgoing legislators with the Westchester County Distinguished Service Award, the highest level of recognition the Board can bestow. The honorees were Legislator Ben Boykin and Legislator Catherine F. Parker, both of whom will leave office at the end of the month having reached term limits.

Legislators Boykin and Parker Honored By Board

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