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I have a sweet topic this week and Winnie the Poohs favorite, honey. I’ve talked many times before about beekeeping, but honey is the reason we do it. We all know about using honey for cooking …
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Jim Boxberger
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1/17/25
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I hadn’t known that much about Epiphany before, and after hearing more about it in church this year, I read up on it. It is celebrated twelve days after Christmas, on January 6th.
I found …
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Diane Houghtaling
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1/17/25
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People often ask me how I come up with the subjects for my column. Some of my ideas are culled from overheard conversations I hear whenever I go out. Other column concepts derive from observations of …
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Hudson Cooper
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1/17/25
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It was on April 18, 1775 that Boston silversmith Paul Revere-- along with Samuel Prescott and William Dawes-- embarked on a ride to alert the Minutemen in his area about the sudden advance of British …
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John Conway
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1/17/25
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A fundraiser for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, sponsored by the AOH Sullivan Brothers is being held Saturday, February 22nd at the Liberty Elks from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. The band “Windy …
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Sue Bodenstein
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1/17/25
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Lentil soup is one of the most underrated soups of all time. The health benefits are numerous, as they are rich in iron, magnesium, vitamin B6, and have tons of fiber. This dish is simple and …
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Claire Burns
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1/15/25
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I’m not usually a New Year’s resolutions or “new year, new me” type of person. Most of the time, I lean towards setting new goals and changing habits as soon as I …
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Maggi Fitzpatrick
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1/14/25
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Birthday wishes to Mike Fisher, Danielle Gaebel, Kirsten Foster, Pat Murtaugh, Robin McClernon, Kathleen Lasher, Rita Townsend, Shambhavi Christian, Sebby Pannullo, Danielle Herbert, Matt Lehman, and …
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Suzanne White
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1/14/25
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This past week we watched our country come together to mourn the loss of a true humanitarian, patriot, faithful man, and a man of public service. President Jimmy Carter will be remembered for his …
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Lori Orestano-James
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1/14/25
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When the temps drop and the lakes freeze over, it’s time to grab your gear and hit the ice! Ice fishing is like a winter adventure with your friends, but instead of hiking, you’re …
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Jenn Powell
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1/14/25
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For a while there was very little action in my in-box that needed immediate attention until yesterday when the following letters appeared, which I present to you without alteration:
Dear …
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Ramona Jan
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1/14/25
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130 Years Ago - 1895
F.W. Hartig raised from an acre of ground in Livingston Manor this year: 18 bushels of potatoes, 2150 pounds of hay, 5 bushels of sweet corn, 1 bushel of turnips, and 150 …
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Compiled by Lee Hermann, Muse, & Ruth Huggler
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1/14/25
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I’ve officially reached that age.... The age where I am excited about winning a free ham at the grocery store. Many of you I am sure know the feeling, and might even currently have a ham …
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Claire Burns
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1/10/25
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Last week I talked about selecting and getting your seeds that you will want to start this spring and this week will be getting all your seed starting supplies in order. Make your seed starting …
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Jim Boxberger
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1/10/25
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I hope everyone enjoyed a wonderful holiday season! I am counting the days until Spring already. Personally, I hate the cold, blustery weather but the Villa Roma is ready for you skiers, continuing a …
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Sue Bodenstein
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1/10/25
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This column has nothing to do with the Rocky Horror Picture Show. Instead, it deals with the confusion that myself and I am sure many of my readers experienced last week. We can blame it on the …
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Hudson Cooper
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1/10/25
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The new year is well in swing with 2025 bringing in so many wonderful family opportunities, new lease on life opportunities, and ways to make yourself better opportunities – all right here in …
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Lori Orestano-James
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1/7/25
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The new year is here, and it’s the perfect chance to start fresh and set some fun goals! Whether it’s trying out a new hobby, spending more time with friends, or just enjoying the little …
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1/7/25
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In the 70s, as a teenager, I trained as a figure skater at South Mountain Arena in West Orange, NJ where the world’s most popular free skater of the time, Janet Lynn, also practiced. I watched …
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Ramona Jan
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1/7/25
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110 Years Ago - 1915
Headline reads “Allies Report Gains – Russians in Retreat.”
A city woman has sued William F. Henry, owner of William F. Henry’s Boarding house …
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Compiled by Lee Hermann, Muse, & Ruth Huggler
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1/7/25
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Birthday wishes to Carolin Walton Brown, Jennifer Bitetto, Erin Slaver, Kim Simons, Aly Steingart, Provi, Bar Ja, Evylan Suarez, Martin Steinbauer, Diane Silver, and Bob Ernst. Happy anniversary to …
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Suzanne White
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1/6/25
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The holidays are over, 2025 has begun and spring is less than three months away. You have probably already received seed catalogs in the mail as the 2025 seeds are out. These days you’ll …
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Jim Boxberger
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1/3/25
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As we wrap up another vibrant year in the Sullivan Catskills, it’s time to reflect on what makes the Sullivan Catskills so spectacular, while looking ahead at the exciting opportunities on the …
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Sullivan County Visitors Association
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1/3/25
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So, how many New Year’s resolutions have you broken?
Come on. It’s Day three. and already you have had too much to drink, too much to eat, or too much to smoke.
Some of you even …
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Barry Lewis
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1/2/25
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