Village of Cold Spring PBA

Proud of our own Officer Barrett Magistro, featured in The Highlands Current — turning a real-life call into a children’s book that carries a powerful message.

Policing is more than calls for service — it’s compassion, connection, and moments that leave a lasting impact.

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The Officer Who Found Hope New Cold Spring cop wrote children’s book

An Update on Lord Percival of the Hudson Highlands 👑🪵(Vet states it’s a “He”)

So many of you have reached out asking how our favorite Cold Spring nobleman is doing, and we are pleased to provide a royal bulletin.

I spoke directly with the esteemed veterinary office this morning. Their report: His Lordship is recuperating comfortably. Due to his unfortunate pelvic injury (sustained in what palace officials are calling “an overambitious maneuver”), he will not be making public appearances outdoors until the weather improves and his rehabilitation progresses.

At this time, Lord Percival remains in high spirits, moderately dramatic, and fully committed to physical therapy — though he has expressed strong opinions about the hospital gown.

Thank you all for your thoughtful messages, well wishes, and offers of alphalfa.

Attached is the most recent photograph of His Grace.(And if you cannot immediately deduce that this image is AI-generated, we gently recommend scheduling appointments with both your optometrist and your psychiatrist. We say this with love and civic responsibility.)
He’s humbled by the 30k views of original post.

Long live the Lord of the Highlands.

This morning, one of our officers was flagged down by a concerned resident about a “suspicious party” curled up on the sidewalk at Lunn Terrace.

Upon arrival, the officer discovered the individual in question was a very cold — and very round — woodchuck. Nearby, a pet carrier had been left in a snowbank. We can only assume a well-intentioned Good Samaritan attempted a rescue mission, reconsidered their life choices, and decided to leave the equipment behind in hopes someone else would finish the job.

Mission accepted.

Our officer utilized the abandoned carrier to safely secure the woodchuck and transport him to a local veterinary facility for care. He was cooperative during transport and declined to comment.

We truly appreciate the compassion shown by whoever made the initial effort. Wildlife situations can be unpredictable, and if you’re unable to safely assist, please contact the Cold Spring Police Department so we can respond appropriately.

And to our mystery rescuer — your pet carrier is safe and sound at the Police Department. Feel free to stop by and reclaim it.

Serving the community… one woodchuck at a time

Today, January 9, we recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day.
We extend our sincere thanks to the dedicated law enforcement professionals who serve our community each day with integrity, professionalism, and commitment. Your service and sacrifice do not go unnoticed.
Thank you for all that you do to keep Cold Spring safe.