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Today is June 21, the longest day of the year and the official beginning of summer. The next three months are some of the busiest of the year and  a time when the population of Sullivan County … more
It’s no secret that there remains a lot of room for improvement when it comes to health outcomes and access to healthcare in Sullivan County. It’s not an uncommon problem in rural areas. … more
The Sullivan County Democrat is celebrating a birthday today. In this month in 1891 our community newspaper was founded in order to keep local residents informed of the important news and events … more
Sullivan Renaissance was created with the mission to enhance the appearance of Sullivan County while building a sense of pride and community spirit. We were founded on the belief that how a place … more
The insects buzzing around your head can sometimes be a source of annoyance, but It would be a mistake to overlook their significance. U.S. National Pollinators Month in June brings attention to … more
Writer and naturalist Henry David Thoreau once said, “I think that I cannot preserve my health and spirits, unless I spend four hours a day at least - and it is commonly more than that - … more
This Monday marks Memorial Day, a time when we pause to remember all those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The three-day holiday weekend usually marks the … more
May is designated as National Foster Care month. An initiative of the Children's Bureau, it’s a time each year to acknowledge foster parents, family members, volunteers, mentors, policymakers, … more
Tuesday’s budget votes and school board elections across all eight Sullivan County school districts sent a positive sign to educators, residents and administrators. Following a state-wide … more
We join with all Americans in a sense of shock and horror at this weekend’s mass shooting in Buffalo. News broke on Saturday that an 18-year-old man walked into a Tops grocery store armed with … more
For the past several years there has been a concerted and sincere effort by local government agencies and nonprofit organizations to build a healthier Sullivan County. Yet, according to the latest … more
Members of the Sullivan County Democrat traveled to Saratoga Springs this past weekend for the annual New York Press Association Spring Convention (See page 1A). It was the first time the … more
Sullivan County made news across the state this week when legislators voted to make us the first county in New York to offer free tuition to local students who enroll at SUNY Sullivan to help more … more
Last Friday marked Earth Day, a time when we remind ourselves of our connection to the planet and our responsibility in safeguarding the environment for future generations. Earth Day may just be … more
In 1972, the Autism Society, the nation’s oldest leading foundational autism society held the first Annual National Autistic Children’s Week as an ongoing nationwide effort to support … more
There are over one hundred thousand people in the United States in need of organ, eye or tissue donors. Thousands will die each year because a donor can’t be found for them in time. By taking a … more
New York’s Lieutenant Governor resigned on Tuesday following his indictment in an alleged bribery scheme. The New York Times reported this week that the five-count indictment, which includes … more
Among other things, April is designated as National Volunteers Month. It’s a time when we celebrate and encourage the power of people who dedicate their time to build stronger, more vibrant … more
War is hell. Those famous words are often attributed to American Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman. For more than a month now we’ve seen the horrific images coming out of Ukraine on a … more
districting maps after a state judge ruled on Thursday that the proposed lines for congressional, state senate and assembly seats would give Democrats an unfair advantage. Last week’s … more
It might not have felt like it this week, but warmer weather is on the way and that means something very important - road work. According to Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek’s March … more
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo has returned to television in a series of new political advertisements. Some seven months after Cuomo resigned from office, the advertisements try to rehabilitate his … more
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