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SOMERS, N.Y. - A north suburban condo complex is taking aim at a planned expansion of a neighboring gun club. Residents told CBS New York's Tony Aiello they're worried about noise, safety and environment. For 70 years, the Willow Wood clay target shooting club in Putnam County has coexisted with neighbors who tolerate the muffled sound of gunfire Thursday through Sunday. "They're entitled to shoot and do whatever they want with their old course," Heritage Hills resident Jack Stein. Stein said what upset neighbors is the planned expansion close to the Heritage Hills complex in Somers. "They're shooting onto our property. They're shooting at us....

Recent news from the New York State Police is beginning to circulate regarding a scary incident that apparently occurred over the weekend in the Putnam County. While the investigation is still underway, law enforcement officials are looking to the public for help in the investigation process. Weekend Hit-and-Run in Brewster.

A Westchester County Police Officer, who resides in Putnam County has been arrested and charged for an incident that took place over the summer. It was alleged that the Officer, who was on duty at the time of the crime, stole more than $15,000 in cash. On-Duty Elmsford Police Officer...

The flock of goats made its escape in Putnam County on Monday, Sept. 25, when a Carmel Police officer found 30 of the animals loose in a Mahopac Falls road, completely blocking it. Luckily, the officer was accompanied by his K9 partner, Pietro, who saw the moment as a perfect...

Discover the controversy surrounding Willow Wood gun club's planned expansion. Despite claims of careful planning and environmental soundness, the project has sparked opposition from neighbors. Tune in to understand the arguments from both sides in this heated debate.

On the evening of Sept. 14, while on patrol, Officer Tompkins received a call from off-duty ECO Franz reporting an alleged angler in a boat taking undersized fish on Barger Pond in the town of Putnam Valley. Environmental Conservation Officer Tompkins responded to the area and waited for the vessel...

A Westchester County Police Officer, who resides in Putnam County has been arrested and charged for an incident that took place over the summer. It was alleged that the Officer, who was on duty at the time of the crime, stole more than $15,000 in cash. On-Duty Elmsford Police Officer...

Putnam County resident Douglas Ramirez, of Mahopac, age 44, who serves as a police officer with the Elmsford Police Department, was arraigned in Elmsford Village Court on grand larceny charges on Wednesday, Sept. 27, the Westchester County District Attorney's Office announced. According to the DA's Office, on Thursday, July 27...

Philipstown is composting 600 to 800 pounds of food waste each week, helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decreasing the town’s volume of garbage and providing soil with needed nutrients to grow more food. Carmel has 200 households that have signed up to request the town begin composting. Kent has...

The incident happened in Putnam County on Sunday, Sept. 24 between 1:30 a.m. and 3 a.m. in Brewster, when a pedestrian was hit by a dark-colored sport utility vehicle traveling north on Railroad Avenue, according to New York State Police. The vehicle, which was possibly a Nissan, then drove away...

The Open Space Institute reports that construction on a 65-foot pedestrian bridge and the stabilization of the streambank are in the final stages at Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park.

A herd of goats was spotted wandering in Putnam County Monday afternoon.

In Putnam County, Route 312 in the town of Southeast is closed to traffic in both directions at the intersection with Interstate 84 late Monday morning, Sept. 25, according to reports. The closure was caused by a transformer fire in the area. More information about the blaze has not yet...

With cooler weather and breathtaking vistas, autumn is the perfect time to visit Putnam County’s many historic sites, farms, trails, and attractions. Rolling hills and meandering waterways are a majestic backdrop for fall fun. “A daytrip to the western side of Putnam County can include a challenging hike to Breakneck Ridge or a relaxing stroll on the banks of the Hudson River. Savor a wide variety of culinary delights in between shopping and antiquing in the Village of Cold Spring.  Visit Boscobel House & Gardens, the newly constructed and amazing museum space at Magazzino Italian Art or Manitoga/The Russel...

James Gilchrist, a resident of Mahopac in Putnam County, New York, recently had his life take an unexpected turn when he claimed a whopping $1 million top prize playing a Multiplier Money scratch-off game. The New York Lottery made the exciting announcement, leaving both Gilchrist and the local community in awe of his incredible luck.

DANBURY, Conn. — A Putnam County man accused of killing a Ridgefield, Conn., family’s two German shepherds who had escaped from their yard last November received probation after pleading guilty to animal cruelty and interfering with police charges, court records show. As part of the plea, Michael Konschak...