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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 09 July 2026

Created: 09 July 2026

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Harassment: On June 29, a woman crossing East Parkway and Spencer Place reported being harassed by a man on a bicycle. She stated he made inappropriate remarks to her and struck the sign she was holding. This contact led to her dropping the sign and causing the flag attached to her sign to break. She sustained arm pain from this incident but refused any medical attention numerous times. She stated that she would not like to press charges for the damaged property. The description of the bicyclist is a tall middle aged white male with a white colored bicycle.

A Butler Rd. woman reported, on July 5, that she was concerned about comments that her ex-boyfriend made in online posts following their breakup. Police viewed the comments but did not find anything threatening.

Bears
On June 30 a bear was spotted on Lebanon Road. On Tuesday morning July 7 bears were sighted on Scarsdale Golf Course and another was seen crossing Tompkins Road (see photo).

Suspicious
On July 2, a Murray Hill Rd. woman reported a suspicious incident which occurred when she was attempting to place a package inside her house. At that time, an unknown black male driving a grey SUV, possibly a Honda with New Jersey license plates, parked his vehicle in front of her front door, exited the vehicle, opened the trunk and asked the woman if she needed help placing the package inside the house. She refused, placed the package inside the residence and asked the unknown party if he was delivering a package. He replied no, and she then thought the entire incident was unusual. So, she entered her house, locked the front door and called police. The unknown man left the scene in his vehicle. She stated the package contained a children's play set and was delivered earlier that day by a white van.

Intoxication
At 8 pm, July 2, a Garth Rd. business manager reported that an intoxicated woman, in her 50s, fell off a chair and hit her head. The manager reported that the female was walking away and leaving the scene but they wanted to make sure she was ok. The woman was described as approximately 5'3", wearing black leggings and a black tank top, with blonde hair. She was last seen walking south on Garth Rd. Patrol assisted Eastchester police with the intoxicated female on Garth Rd.

Crowd control
Police helped Scarsdale library staff with crowd control at a public event June 29.

Broken window
On July 2, a Ridgecrest West woman reported the rear window of her car was broken overnight. Glass was found inside and around the car. Nothing was stolen.

Elevator
A Christie Place elevator was placed out of service after it malfunctioned July 2.

Donut
On July 5, a Montrose Rd. woman reported that she believed a GrubHub food delivery order from a White Plains coffee house might have been drugged due to experiencing fatigue and eye twitching after eating the delivered glazed blueberry donut. The food delivery order was sealed when she received it. She did not seek medical attention, she said. However, she performed a drug test at a lab and did an at-home drug test approximately 72 hours after eating the donut, and the results of both tests came back negative for tested drugs.

Bicycle
On July 2, a Berwick rd. man reported that someone might be vandalizing his bicycle at the East Parkway bike rack. She said he left his bike there from 9 am to 5 pm. When he returned to his bike, he discovered it had a flat rear tire. Patrol did not observe any signs of vandalism on the tire. It appeared the bike had a bent rim, as the wheel was not spinning smoothly. The man was advised to take the bike to a shop to have the rim checked out.

Cars and roadways
Sanitation removed a dead raccoon from Donellan Rd. June 30.
Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Dobbs Terrace July 2.
Wires were arcing on Post Rd. July 2. Con Edison was informed.
Patrol removed a branch from Saxon Woods Rd. and fallen trees from Bypass, Penn Blvd., Walworth Ave. and Post, Jefferson, Clarence, Brewster, Fayette, Fenimore, Mamaroneck, Overhill, Heathcote, Carman, Gorham, Nelson, Brayton, Valley, Rodney, Catherine, Edgewood, Franklin, Overlook, Carthage and Whig roads July 4. Firefighters and highway crews assisted. When wires were affected, Con Edison and Verizon were notified as appropriate. Management of fallen trees and wires continued throughout the Village into July 5.
A tree fell on a 2000 Lexus on Brewster Rd. July 4.
On July 5, a Westview Lane woman reported a tree fell on her deck and roof, causing extensive damage. She was advised to contact her insurance company and an arborist.
Verizon and Con Edison were notified about fallen wires on Crossway and Brambach, Drake, Innes, Clarence, Hamilton, Colonial and Corell roads July 5.
Fallen branches were reported on Roosevelt Place and Bradley, Edgewood and Stonehouse roads July 5.
Police removed caution tape from Black Walnut Rd. so drivers could safely exit the road July 5.
A tree fell on a Lyons Rd. house July 5. No one was home at the time.
Two car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Village code
Police removed and discarded illegally posted signs from Church Ln. June 29 and Carstensen Rd. July 5. Summonses were issued as appropriate.
On June 30, police informed a Brewster Rd. resident that trash had to be put in a bin for collection. Neighbors complained that animals were opening loose bags of trash and littering the roadway.
Landscapers using gas-powered leaf blowers were issued citations on Woods Lane June 30,

Dogs
On June 29, a woman called from Roosevelt Place to advise that several dogs were off leash. Police arrived on scene, but no dogs were present. She advised that she yelled at people with dogs off leash. Patrol advised her not to do so and to just call the police so the police can inform people of the laws and rules.

On July 3, a man found a brown dog on Greendale Rd. Police reunited it with its owner.

Lost and found
On June 29, a Dolma Rd. resident reported losing the license plates of her car somewhere in the Village.

A driver reported a missing license plate June 30.

Police found glasses and a wallet on Catherine Rd. and returned them to their owner July 1.

A Park Rd. resident reported a missing license plate July 2.

On July 3, a Continental Rd. woman reported losing a diamond earring somewhere in the Village.

Firefighters
Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 29.

Around 5 pm, June 29, firefighters were dispatched to a car accident on the Hutchinson River Parkway. There were reported injuries and entrapment. Firefighters found a single vehicle had left the roadway and come to rest on its side down a steep embankment. A minor fire was observed in the engine compartment and was extinguished using a fire extinguisher. As a precaution, firefighters deployed a 200-foot hose line to provide fire protection in the event the fire reignited during rescue operations. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, was found unresponsive but breathing and trapped in the driver's seat. The patient's lower extremities were pinned and severely crushed by the brake pedal assembly and dashboard, preventing self-extrication and removal from the vehicle. Fire department personnel stabilized the vehicle and, using battery-powered hydraulic extrication tools, removed the vehicle's roof to gain access to the patient. Crews then displaced and removed the entrapping components, allowing for the patient's safe extrication. Once freed, the patient was immobilized on a long backboard and secured in a Stokes basket. Due to the steep terrain, fire department personnel established a low-angle rope rescue system to safely raise the patient up the embankment to the roadway. Upon reaching the top of the embankment, the patient was transferred to awaiting Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps personnel for continued treatment and transport. The patient sustained traumatic injuries to both lower extremities as a result of the crash and was transported to Westchester Medical Center. The scene was then turned over to the Westchester County Police for investigation.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident with injuries on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 30.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway June 30.

Firefighters assisted at a single rollover car accident on Post Rd. involving a utility pole July 1. Con Edison was notified to assess the pole and address fallen wires and equipment.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on the Bronx River Parkway July 2.

Firefighters stood by for Con Edison at the site of fallen wires on Fenimore Rd. July 2.

On July 2, firefighters assisted a Vernon Rd. resident with spilled gasoline in the driveway. The resident stated that fuel in a five gallon gasoline can was leaking. Firefighters found that the gas can was over-pressurized due to the extreme heat and assisted the resident with alleviating the pressure and stopping the leak. Absorbent was spread where the fuel spilledon the driveway.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident on Griffen Ave July 4.

A tree fell on a Jefferson Rd. house July 4, collapsing the attic and second floor. Residents were not home at the time of the collapse. No injuries were reported. Firefighters checked and found compromised structural components in the attic and second floor and deemed the building unsafe.The main breaker was shut to the building as electrical wires were crushed in the attic area. Occupants were informed to stay in a hotel for night. The building department was notified of the structural damage.

On July 4, a tree crushed a car in a Carthage Rd. driveway. No injuries were reported and the car was unoccupied.

Wires fell on Colonial Rd. July 4. Residents were advised to stay inside their houses. the area was taped off, awaiting arrival and repair by Con Edison.

A Penn Blvd. generator was releasing carbon monoxide into the house July 5. Firefighters shut the generator because residents were not home and later instructed residents about safe use of generators.
Firefighters instructed a Brambach Rd. resident about safe generator use July 5.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 29 - July 5 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by: Joanne Wallenstein

Published: 07 July 2026

Created: 07 July 2026

Last Updated: 07 July 2026

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Rumors are swirling about a death on Butler Road in Scarsdale today, July 7, 2026. No names have been released, but police have blocked off the street between Hampton and Brewster Road, where a police tent has been erected and there appears to be an investigation in process at the home just to the left of the kindergarten playground at Fox Meadow School. 

At 2:15 pm, the Village sent out this statement: "Please note that there is a police investigation in the Fox Meadow Neighborhood. There is no threat to public safety," and at 5:20 pm they issued the following:

"The Scarsdale Police Department is investigating the death of a person discovered at a home on Butler Road during the early morning hours of July 7, 2026.

The cause and manner of death have not been determined and are pending examination by the Office of the Westchester County Medical Examiner. The Scarsdale Police Department, with assistance from the Westchester County Police Forensic Investigations Unit, is conducting an active investigation.

There is no information indicating an ongoing threat to the public.

Out of respect for the investigation and the family, the Department will not speculate on the circumstances of this death while the medical examiner’s work and the investigation are ongoing. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Scarsdale Police Department at (914) 722-1200."

We will keep you posted on anything we learn.

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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 02 July 2026

Created: 02 July 2026

Last Updated: 02 July 2026

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Photos by Shelley GrafsteinArrested : On June 26, a woman -- Leah Hartstein, 44, of Toms River, New Jersey -- turned herself in on a warrant for criminal mischief, related to allegedly damaging a Hutchinson Ave. lawn sprinkler, lawn and bluestone curbing after driving over it with her car in early June. She was released on her own recognizance with an appearance ticket for Scarsdale Village Justice Court.

Stolen Tools
On July 22, a contractor working at a Cushman Rd. house reported at least 12 tools had been stolen from the job site. Damage to the property was also observed.

Trespassing
On June 23, a Taunton Rd. homeowner reported an unknown person was discovered inside her house, in the bathroom. After a brief conversation with the homeowner, the unknown man left the house toward Post Rd. The unknown person was described as a black man, approximately six feet tall, wearing boots, jeans and a red shirt. He was described as having scars on his face. The homeowner did not know how the person entered the house.

Vandalism and graffiti
As per new information that was released about a June 6 incident on Woods Lane, it has been reported that some kids from New Rochelle entered a Woods Lane house during the course of a youth party. At least one of the kids knew the homeowner's daughter through classes. During the gathering, some kids damaged the house, including stealing items classified as doors, windows and cabinets. Police learned of the matter after neighbors complained about noise. When police arrived on scene, the kids dispersed. The matter remains under investigation.

On June 28, recreation department officials reported that Heathcote Rd. sports fields had been vandalized overnight. Specifically, a temporary home run fence had been tampered with and five plastic poles were missing. The approximate value of each pole was reported to be $50, creating a loss of approximately $250.

On June 28, a caller reported a white man with long hair, black shorts and headphones was creating graffiti on a train station wall. Police canvassed the area for him, but he was gone.

On June 28, two Scarsdale Ave. restaurant managers reported that a man walked by their establishments and beat outdoor items with an umbrella, causing damage to planted flowers and a light fixture. The incidents were recorded on video.

Harassment
On June 25, police responded to Greenacres Ave. on the report of a man being harassed by a female in a BMW who claimed "he got her evicted from her home." Upon arrival, police observed the man standing next to the BMW and conversing with the female operator. The BMW immediately drove away from the scene before patrol could make contact. Police spoke to the man, who explained that he did not know the female personally; however, he claimed she had been making numerous calls to his phone. He stated that she believes he was responsible for her eviction because he is listed on bankruptcy documents for the building the female lives in. Then, the female showed up on Greenacres Ave. in front of the man's house, requesting him to sign paperwork. The man stated that the female has not made any threats to him. He only requested documentation of the interaction and ridebys of his house.

On June 27, a Chateaux Circle resident reported that a neighbor was secretly recording private conversations he had with his wife and was threatening to post the recordings online.

On June 28, a 16-year-old White Plains boy reported that a man walking a dog on Oxford Rd. possibly sprayed him with pepper spray.

Broken window
On June 24, a White Birch Lane man reported that he believed a landscaper intentionally broke his window. Police found no evidence that suggested that the damage was intentional.

Rocks
On June 25, a caller stated he observed a Black man wearing a dark shirt and shorts throwing rocks at a Boulevard church. The man said he was waiting for the bus. No damage was observed to the building.

Welfare check
On June 28, police attempted to perform a welfare check of a Secor Rd. woman who had travelled to Arizona. The woman's sister requested the check. Police could not obtain wellness information since the woman was out of state. The sister was informed the woman had already left town.

Cars and roadways
On June 22, police notified Westchester County police about a fallen stop sign on the Bronx River Parkway exit ramp.

A tree fell into wires on Lockwood Rd. June 22.

The highway department cleared a fallen tree branch from Ogden Rd. June 24. Another low hanging branch was reported over Tompkins Rd. June 24.

On June 24, a child drove an electric scooter into the side of a car at Hamilton and Rodney roads. The child was evaluated for possible injuries and parents were notified.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Montrose Rd. June 24.

A car with Connecticut plates was parked on Berwick Rd. overnight from June 24 to June 25. A neighbor complained. Police asked the driver to move the car.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Heathcote Rd. June 25.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Wildwood Rd. June 26.

Police notified Verizon about a fallen wire on Herkimer Rd. June 27.

A tree fell into wires on Sunset Dr. June 28. Con Edison and highway workers cleared the scene.

Seven car accidents were officially reported in the Village this week.

Civil matters
On July 22, a patient was acting disorderly at an Overhill Rd. doctor's office. A caller from the doctor's office stated that a patient was being aggressive and was refusing to leave the location. The patient was described as a 30-year-old Asian wearing all black. The patient then called 911 and stated that she was waiting in the hallway to get documents back from the doctor's office. Patrol spoke to both parties over the phone and learned that they had a verbal dispute in regard to an appointment time. The patient left the location prior to arrival of patrol and was instructed not to return to the location.The caller stated the patient will be informed via email that she is no longer permitted at the location.

On June 25, a Birchall Dr. homeowner said she just moved in but her movers were refusing to unpack her stuff. Police mediated a dispute which was over a contract disagreement. All parties were advised it was a civil matter.

Bear
A bear was reported on Lockwood Rd. in a resident's back yard, June 25. Additional sightings were recorded that day on Morris Lane and Burgess Rd.

Dumpster
On June 25, a dumpster was delivered to a wrong address on Rock Creek Lane. A company rep said it would be picked up by the end of the business day.

Village code
Police advised a group of youths walking on Brite Ave. to keep the noise level down June 23.

Police dispersed kids from Stratton Rd. June 23.

After neighbors complained of noise from kids in a Hanover Rd. pool, police advised the parents to tell their kids to keep the noise down.

Police removed illegally posted signs from Post and Brambach roads June 26. Summonses were issued as appropriate.

Lost and found
A wallet was found on Scarsdale Ave. June 25. It was vouchered for safekeeping.

A wallet was found on Scarsdale Ave. June 26. Police identified the owner and returned the wallet.

Firefighters
On June 22, a Fox Meadow Rd. resident reported that FD units responded to a report of an unknown substance inhaled by a resident. On arrival, firefighters found Scarsdale Volunteer Ambulance Corps and police on scene, treating a resident who was having trouble breathing. The resident reported opening up a package that was suspiciously delivered, which allegedly began to trigger symptoms. Firefighters metered the area
around the package and throughout the structure. They detected no unusual readings or unusual odors. Firefighters put on protective garb and opened up the package to look for anything unusual. No substances or unusual objects were found.

An alarm malfunctioned at Hitchcock Church due to water infiltration from a storm June 22.

Firefighters moved fallen wires off Post Rd. following a previous car accident June 22.

Firefighters helped EMS workers lift a patient in the Village June 22.

A water heater in need of maintenance in a Scarsdale Ave. building activated a carbon monoxide alarm June 23. Firefighters and Con Edison shut down the water heater, ventilated the space and recommended repair.

A paper shredder in a Church Lane building emitted a strong burning odor June 23. It was relocated outside the building. Firefighters checked the interior for anything else burning and ventilated the space.

On June 24, firefighters and Con Edison checked a Post Rd. house for a possible gas leak after the resident reported an unusual odor and lightheadedness. No gas leaks were detected inside the house.

Firefighters assisted at a car accident involving a fire hydrant on Mamaroneck Rd. June 25.

Firefighters assisted a driver with a flat tire on Post Rd. until emergency services arrived June 25.

A Jeep hit a Lawrence Rd. utility pole, severing it and causing wires to be in danger of falling. Firefighters assisted and stood by for safety until emergency services arrived. While on scene for the damaged utility pole and ensuing neighborhood power outage, firefighters observed an unsafe use of a portable generator. A gasoline-fired portable generator was observed with exhaust blowing directly on a basement window next to a driveway. Multiple five-gallon gas cans were also seen inside a garage with caps off. Firefighters shut the generator and moved it away from the house. Carbon monoxide was detected inside the garage and basement. Firefighters ventilated the space and instructed the resident on how to use a generator safely.

Firefighters removed a faulty power strip from a Lawrence Rd. house June 27.

Around midnight June 28, a Honda CRV struck a pole on Post Rd. and severed it. Wires and a transformer were hanging over the roadway with no equipment on the ground. Two patients were lying in the roadway when firefighters arrived. SVAC transported them to a hospital for treatment. Con Edison was called to address the pole and wires. Firefighters assisted. The driver said he was drowsy and fell asleep while driving.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 22-28 has been compiled from official information.

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Written by: Traci Dutton Ludwig

Published: 25 June 2026

Created: 25 June 2026

Last Updated: 25 June 2026

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A bear on Burgess Road on June 26, 2026: Photo credit: Jonathan Shawn

Bear on Burgess: A Burgess Road resident spotted a black bear in her yard on the afternoon of June 25, 2026 and posted photos of it on Facebook. The Village of Scarsdale sent out an alert to residents saying, “The Police Department has received several calls of a potential black bear sighting in the area of Burgess Road. If you see a bear, do not approach it. It is recommended that small pets be brought indoors, pet food be removed from outdoors, and garbage be removed or covered.”

The bear (or perhaps another) was later spotted on Old Orchard Road near Crane Road and then in White Plains.

Strangely on June 10 2020 a bear was also sighted on Burgess Road. Here is the report and a photo:

Fraud
Fraud was committed involving checks mailed out from the Village treasurer's office. The checks were intercepted and cashed. The matter was reported June 17.

On June 19, a Lorraine Place resident reported being tricked into sending a wire transfer to a person impersonating a contractor. It resulted from a fraudulent email address that was similar to the contractor's email address.

Civil matters
On June 15, police mediated a dispute between a customer and a Garth Rd. business owner over a credit card.

On June 17, a Dell Rd. resident reported that contractors working at the neighboring property had damaged grass along her curb line, and she had concerns about downed wires that were now in her yard. She also reported that the contractors had been sitting on her property in lawn chairs which she observed from her Ring camera. Partrol made contact with the contractors and spoke with the foreman. Patrol mediated the situation.

A Meadow Rd. resident reported her husband might have violated a custody agreement June 19.

On June 21, a Jefferson Rd. resident reported that their child, who no longer lives at home, took the family cat to the child's new address. There has been an ongoing dispute over who is the rightful owner of the cat.A bear on Burgess Road in 2020

Suspicious
On June 21, a black SUV entered a property on Murray Hill Rd. driveway looking for a party that was allegedly posted online. The homeowner was concerned her address might have been compromised.

On June 21, a Post Rd. resident reported that a garbage can inside her garage had been knocked over. It was next to an open window, the resident said.

Help
On June 17, police helped a Jefferson Rd. homeowner turn off a water valve.

On June 18, an elderly Heathcote man reported someone had taken documents from his desk at home. After speaking with the man's daughter and a health aide, it was determined that the man was confused.

After midnight June 19, a caller from Butler Rd. reported that his friend was out with him and that his friend ran off and cannot be found. Police canvassed the area. The friend was located and transported to White Plains Hospital Center with a parent.

Branches
A Post Rd. resident reported that a jogger broke branches from his tree June 21. Police observed branches protruding above the sidewalk, causing a hazard. The resident was advised to trim his tree.

Cars and roadways
On June 15, police placed cones over a sinkhole near a manhole on Brite Ave.
On June 17, police directed traffic around a broken-down garbage truck on Carthage Rd.
Police advised highway department workers of a broken pedestrian sign on Chase Rd. June 17.
On June 17, a Tisdale Rd. driver stated that while driving, a person spit on his vehicle, and a verbal dispute occurred. The party stated that he spit out of the window because of a medical issued and spit as the car was passing by. The party stated that it was an accident and did not do it on purpose. Patrol mediated the situation and both parties left the location.
On June 17, police removed lumber from Crane Rd.
A car was repossessed from Stratton Rd. June 18.
A hanging branch over Mamaroneck Rd. was removed for safety June 18.
Police and firefighters stood by for Con Edison because of sparking wires on Franklin Rd. June 18.
Police removed a branch from Heathcote Rd. June 18.
A stop sign fell down on Meadow Rd. June 21. Police informed the highway department.
On June 21. police issued summonses to a driver on Post Rd. who was driving with a suspended registration and no insurance.
Three car accidents were reported in the Village this week.

Animals
A squirrel entered a Fountain Terrace living room June 20. Police opened doors until the animal left the house.

Village code
After neighbors complained, police advised a Fairview Rd. resident that music from his property was too loud June 16.

After neighbors complained, police advised an Oak Lane resident that music from his property was too loud June 18.

Police dispersed youth from Boulevard after 1 a.m., June 19.

Police removed illegally placed signs from Garth Rd. June 19 and Burgess Rd. June 20. Summonses were issued as appropriate.

After neighbors complained, police advised a Tunstall Rd. resident that music from his property was bothering neighbors June 19.

On June 19, police advised a Secor Rd. party manager that music from outdoor speakers was too loud.

Police stood by during a loud youth party on Beechwood Ln. was broken up and kids were picked up by parents June 19.

Police dispersed a youth party from Birchall Dr. June 20.

A dog was off leash on Mamaroneck Rd. June 20. Police issued a summons to the owner.

After neighbors complained, police advised a Crossway resident that music from his property was too loud June 20.

Lost and found
On June 15, a resident reported a lost license plate.
On June 15, a River Rd. woman reported a sensor was missing from the front of her car.
A resident found a driver's license and gave it to police June 17.
An ID found on Edgewood Rd. was returned to its owner June 18.
On June 20, a passerby lost a car key on Boniface Circle.
On June 21, a cell phone was found at Quaker Ridge School. Police returned it to its owner.

Firefighters
On June 15, a contractor damaged a gas line. Firefighters established a hose line and stood by for Con Edison.

Gas was leaking from a dryer connection in a Leatherstocking Lane house June 15. Firefighters stood by for Con Edison.

Firefighters assisted at car accidents on the Hutchinson River Parkway June 15 and June 18.

On June 18, firefighters responded to a report of wires arcing on Franklin Rd. Upon arrival, firefighters found a secondary wire making contact with a guide wire and tree. The tree was smoking, and the guide wire was electrified. Con Edison was dispatched. While Con Edison was en route, a plastic sheathing put on the secondary wire from a prior incident caught fire. Firefighters extinguished the burning debris that fell. Approximately 50 feet down the road, communication wires began to ignite from the electrified guide wire. Upon Con Edison's arrival, firefighters stood by as the scene was made safe. All units then went to the area of Stratton and Windward for primary arching.

On June 18, a Rural Dr. generator was emitting an electrical burning odor. Firefighters and Con Edison isolated the power and checked the service. An electrician was recommended for repair.

On June 19, a Bradford Rd. stove igniter was malfunctioning. Firefighters shut service and recommended repair.

This report covering police and fire department activity from June 15-21 has been compiled from official information.