NEWSLINK: Halfmoon alerts residents of mountain lion sightings on social media

Town residents are reporting some pretty big cats in the area.

Earlier this week, residents told both Halfmoon’s town hall and animal control offices they’d seen mountain lions, according to Town Supervisor Kevin Tollisen.

The calls prompted town officials to alert residents on Facebook about the reported location of the wild animal.

“We have received information from residents that there have been sightings of a mountain lion in the vicinity of Coons Crossing; the Northern part of Halfmoon,” the post reads. “We would just like to alert everyone to please be aware for the safety of your families and pets.”

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