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An elk has been sited in several locations across Sullivan County, reportedly a 5 by 5 – which means it has five points on each side.
Elk sited in western Sullivan County
CALLICOON — A bull Elk, thought to be a 5 by 5, has been spotted in the woods near Callicoon, according to several hunters. Word of the siting has been spreading throughout the hunting … more
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SUNY Cobleskill professor Andrew Gasho Landis discusses the relationship between freshwater mussel populations and dam releases in the watershed.
Upper Delaware River Rendezvous brings together researchers, planners, and policy makers for two-day conference
CALLICOON — The Upper Delaware River Rendezvous returned to the Villa Roma Resort and Conference Center in Callicoon last week, bringing together a lively mix of environmental professionals, … more
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Information Technology Services Commissioner Lorne Green battles competition from the private and government sectors as he tries to keep staff in place.
ITS department reorganizes in response to staffing competition
MONTICELLO — During the Human Resources Committee on Thursday, October 16, the Legislature voted to reorganize the staff of the Information Technology Services (ITS) Division as proposed by ITS … more
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Sullivan County Republican Committee condemns leaked chats
NEW YORK — The Sullivan County Republican Committee (SCRC) issued a statement yesterday saying it “condemns - in the strongest possible terms - the vile, racist, antisemitic, and … more
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Garnet Health, which has healthcare locations in Sullivan and Orange counties, is pursuing an affiliation with New York City-based Montefiore Health System, Inc., a move expected to take up to two years to complete.
Garnet Health to join Montefiore Health System
SULLIVAN COUNTY — Garnet Health has announced its plans to pursue an affiliation with Montefiore Health System, Inc., an academic health system based in the Bronx, Westchester and the Hudson … more
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County legislators join New York DOT Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez and Assemblywoman Paula Kay in cutting the ribbon for the new Sullivan County International Airport in Swan Lake.
Sullivan County takes off with new Airport Terminal
Story and photos   by Vincent Kurzrock   SULLIVAN COUNTY — “Incredible and stunning.” These were the words New York State Department of Transportation … more
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The closed Dr. Daboul office on Route 97 in Barryville will soon open its doors once again, as a community-based health initiative is being proposed by local and state partners.
The doctor is in
HIGHLAND – When Chris Dickey saw gaps in Sullivan County’s healthcare system, he thought that someone should fix it. And then he thought, why not me?   As a public health … more
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Judge rules against River Valley park owners
LOCH SHELDRAKE — After years of complaints and unsafe living conditions, a Sullivan County judge has ruled against the owners of River Valley Estates, a mobile home park in Loch Sheldrake … more
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Detective Anthony Skow (left) and Lieutenant Peter Ramos (center) accept an award from Sheriff Mike Schiff on behalf of the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office Gang Intelligence and Narcotics Unit at the Government Center in Monticello last week.
Sheriff honors Gang Intelligence and Narcotics Unit for excellence
MONTICELLO — Sheriff Mike Schiff addressed the Legislature during the Public Safety Committee on October 9 to recognize the achievements of the Gang Intelligence and Narcotics Unit.   … more
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New York State Budget Dir-ector Blake Washington will be the Keynote Speaker at this year’s Jeffersonian.
Sullivan County Democratic Committee to hold its Jeffersonian on Oct. 26
Eldred — The Sullivan County Democratic Committee will hold its “Jeffersonian” on Sunday, October 26 at 11 am at The Eldred Preserve with Keynote Speaker, New York State Budget … more
Of the 16 teams and over 180 walkers in attendance, Team “Shining Spectacularly for Spec” raised the most money and led the walk.
Sullivan County ‘Out of the Darkness’ Community Walk sheds light, raises funds
Kauneonga Lake — The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) held its “Out of the Darkness” Community Walk in Sullivan County on Saturday, October 4, leaving from the … more
Sullivan County’s largest employers, developers, construction unions and government officials met for a roundtable discussion at Resorts World Catskills in Monticello to share concerns about workforce housing.
Paula Kay hosts workforce housing roundtable discussion
MONTICELLO – Assemblywoman Paula Kay recently hosted a roundtable discussion for Sullivan County’s largest employers, developers, construction unions and officials to meet and share ideas … more
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Neversink overrides 2% tax cap
NEVERSINK — The Town of Neversink voted to override New York State’s 2% tax cap for the upcoming 2026 budget during their Wednesday night board meeting. This comes as Town Bookkeeper … more
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LM Covered Bridge closed to traffic
LIVINGSTON MANOR — The Sullivan County Division of Public Works has closed a portion of Covered Bridge Road (Town Highway 39) in the Town of Rockland to repair the timbered approach deck of … more
Bethel Town Supervisor presents tentative 2026 budget
BETHEL — The 2026 tentative budget for the Town of Bethel was presented at the Town Board meeting October 8. Bethel Town Supervisor Dan Sturm prefaced his explanation of the fiscal plan with, … more
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Congressman Josh Riley (second from right) met with SUNY Sullivan President David Potash (left), SUNY Sullivan student Joaquin Isler, a Liberal Arts major, and SUNY Sullivan student Erin Marinno, a Nursing major ahead of his Town Hall at the college campus.
Congressman Josh Riley meets with students at SUNY Sullivan
LOCH SHELDRAKE – As we reported last week, Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) hosted a town hall at SUNY Sullivan focused on the urgent challenges facing rural health care in Upstate New York. … more
The tree narrowly missed Judge Thompson’s tombstone.
Preserving the legacy of Thompson’s Founder: The Honorable William A. Thompson
SULLIVAN COUNTY – As you know, I have a passion for history–and for ensuring that history becomes a part of our present life through sharing interesting people and places that shaped … more
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Liberty Town Board weighs costly sewer clarifier repairs
LIBERTY — At its meeting on Monday, October 6, the Liberty Town Board discussed concerns over the town’s aging wastewater treatment clarifier, a crucial component in the water filtration … more
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Former Nutrition Educator Subidha Neupane gives a recipe demonstration for Sullivan Fresh.
Funding for SNAP nutrition education winds down
HUDSON VALLEY — The SNAP-Ed NY program, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s (SNAP) education component, lost its funding on September 30, following the passage of the Trump … more
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Congressman Josh Riley says strengthening healthcare access should be a top priority at a Town Hall at SUNY Sullivan.
Josh Riley holds Rural Healthcare Town Hall
Story and photos by Vincent Kurzrock   LOCH SHELDRAKE — Rural healthcare was the topic of talk Monday night as NY-19 Congressman Josh Riley held a Rural Healthcare Town Hall at … more
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State Senator Peter Oberacker speaks at the podium during his campaign announcement at Holiday Mountain in Bridgeville on Monday, officially launching his bid for New York’s 19th Congressional District.
Oberacker makes campaign announcement in Sullivan
BRIDGEVILLE — State Senator Peter Oberacker (R-Schenevus) has officially entered the race for New York’s 19th Congressional District, challenging Democratic incumbent Josh Riley in what … more
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Rockland Central School District Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Evans will retire on November 30.
Rockland Superintendent of Schools to retire in November
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Rockland Central School District Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Evans announced his retirement at the October 7 meeting of the Board of Education. His last day with the … more
One of the 34 challenges in the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway’s Scavenger Hunt was to find and take a photo (selfie or otherwise!) with the bronze statue honoring Major League Baseball player “Honest Eddie” Murphy in the Hancock Town Square.
Hundreds join region-wide scavenger hunt to explore Upper Delaware Scenic Byway
REGION – More than 300 teams from across the Northeast took part in an exciting, first-ever regional scavenger hunt aimed at highlighting the beauty, history and hidden gems along the New York … more
Forestburgh introduces law to regulate battery storage facilities
FORESTBURGH – The Town of Forestburgh is taking proactive steps to address emerging energy technology by introducing a local law that would regulate the siting and operation of battery energy … more
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Monticello bans hanging laundry from windows, railings
MONTICELLO — The Village Board of Monticello passed two local laws at its regular board meeting last week, both amending Chapter 200 of Village Code. Proposed Local Law number 19 Amends … more
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