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Pictured left to right are Forestburgh Town Board members, Karen Ellsweig, Vincent Galligan, Supervisor Dan Hogue, Susan Parks-Landis and Steve Budofsky at Thursday’s Town Board meeting.
Forestburgh passes local law
FORESTBURGH – The Town Board of Forestburgh voted unanimously to adopt their preliminary 2024 budget and a new zoning local law following a public hearing at their regular meeting on Thursday, … more
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Last month Nick Vallone, left, with his father Phil, right, attended the annual Partnership Dinner at Resorts World, Catskills.
Rolling V Bus Corp. sold
LIBERTY — The Vallones are synonomous with great business acumen, hard work and providing safe transportation to nearly 4,500 school children throughout Sullivan County and Ulster County. … more
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Pictured is business-duo Nick Vallone, left, with his father Phil, right, who recently announced the selling of Rolling V Bus Corp. to Beacon Mobility.
Rolling V Bus Corporation sold
LIBERTY — Throughout its history Rolling V has been a target of acquisition by large national school bus operators due to its stellar reputation in school transportation.  Repeatedly, the … more
Rob Doherty
Legislature up for grabs
SULLIVAN COUNTY – With only two sitting legislators choosing not to run for reelection, seven incumbent elected county officials are vying against seven challengers for their seats.   … more
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The Center for Discovery in Rock Hill, NY, has launched the Early Learners and Explorers School Program, specifically tailored to meet the educational and developmental requirements of children in grades K-2 who are on the autism spectrum.
Inclusive education
ROCK HILL—The Center for Discovery in Rock Hill, adjacent to the new Children’s Specialty Hospital, says they have made significant strides in supporting children with special needs … more
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A legal dispute is unfolding in Thompson, where residents are contesting the Village Incorporation Petition for the proposed Village of Ateres by challenging the validity of some signatories.
Legal battle erupts over proposed Village of Ateres
THOMPSON — A legal battle is brewing in Sullivan County as residents seek to challenge and annul the decisions made by William Rieber, Jr, Supervisor of the Town of Thompson, and Katherine … more
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Swan Lake resident Cora Edwards, standing at right, noted her dissenting opinion on the proposed Swan Lake Planned Unit Development project at the Town of Liberty regular meeting on October 16.
Liberty discusses PUD, EPA sewage citation
LIBERTY – After differing opinions on when the timer would start counting down the town’s due date for passing forward or denial of the PUD application, a motion by Councilman Brian … more
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A United States Military Color Guard presented Tim’s wife Carlee with a Trifold flag in honor of Tim’s service to the nation as a U.S. Army veteran during the war in Afghanistan.
Community mourns
LIVINGSTON MANOR – Hundreds of mourners huddled under umbrellas and tents as the strains of Taps echoed down Pearl St. and throughout the hamlet of Livingston Manor on Saturday afternoon … more
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Tim Mills Jr.
Logging accident claims the life of Manor man
HANCOCK – A Tuesday afternoon logging accident claimed the life of a well-known and respected Livingston Manor man according to the New York State Police, Troop C public information officer, … more
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As the three victims continue their healing journey following a house explosion last week that left them in critical condition, the Town of Thompson has declared seven dwellings in the Patio Homes community in Kiamesha Lake to be unsafe to live in.
Road to recovery after gas explosion
KIAMESHA LAKE -— The home explosion in Kiamesha Lake at Patio Homes, which resulted in the destruction of homes and left three individuals critically injured, was caused by a propane leak, … more
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Liberty Town Board member Brian McPhillips, left, voiced his request to review the Planned Unit Development (PUD) Zoning Code language, Section 147-23, as a condition to be written into an anticipated resolution regarding the Lake Hills Estate PUD project. The resolution, if passed, would have the project proceed before the Town Planning Board for further discussion. Councilman Vince McPhillips is at right.
Under these conditions...
LIBERTY – As the Liberty Town Board prepares a local law resolution regarding the Lake Hills Estate Planned Unit Development (PUD) project, Supervisor Frank DeMayo asked his fellow board … more
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Explosion rocks Kiamesha Lake
KIAMESHA LAKE — “Almost 50 years in the fire service, and I’ve never seen anything like this,” said Thompson Town Supervisor Bill Rieber … more
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At left, legal attorney for the applicant, Daniel Ruben, spoke before the Planning Board prior to the town’s decision to pursue an independent environmental review study.
Environmental study next step for Camp FIMFO
HIGHLAND – After a motion proposed by the Highland Planning Board Chairman Norm Sutherland at their regular meeting September 27 passed by a vote of 3-2, the town is moving forward with the … more
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Luis Alvarez
Vindicated!
MONTICELLO –   Luis Alvarez can sleep soundly now. Following a three-day jury trial last week at the Lawrence H. Cooke Sullivan County Courthouse, Alvarez has won his case against … more
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Town Board Member Dean Farrand, left, with Town Supervisor Frank DeMayo, discussed the need to follow the due processes with the meeting attendees.
Following PU-Due process
LIBERTY – Members of the Town Board are pushing for following the due processes for the Planned Unit Development (PUD) proposed for the Town of Liberty after it was found to be in compliance … more
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Zack Jones of the Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency, left, and Agency Director Stephen Walsh salute the flag during a rendition of Taps performed by Veteran Randy Peers.
A table set for one too many
MONTICELLO – With the traditional table set for one, complete with all of the symbolic objects including a solitary lit candle, a single slice of lemon and an empty chair folded on the edge of … more
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Rows upon rows of volunteer firefighters from various fire departments throughout the county kept their promise to never forget September 11, 2001.
A 22-year old promise kept
MONTICELLO – A 22-year old promise made was a promise kept by the Monticello Fire Department; one that swears to never forget the tragedy of September 11, 2001 and the 2,977 lives that were … more
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Yadi Montes moved the crowd with her story of redemption and recovery, receiving a standing ovation for her decision to get clean and help others as emergency medical personnel.
‘Secrets keep us sick’
MONTICELLO – “I got into EMS because I want to give back to my friends through strangers,” guest speaker and recovering addict Yadi Montes told the crowd at the 3rd annual … more
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The Villa Roma Resort and Conference Center in Callicoon features five outdoor swimming pools, 18-hole golf course, ski hill, bocce courts, fitness center and many other amenities.
Buyer is back at table ready to purchase, renovate Villa Roma for $15 million
CALLICOON – After a faltering start to purchase the Villa Roma Resort and Conference Center in Callicoon, the buyer has once again lined up financing incentives from the Sullivan County … more
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Town of Tusten Deputy Supervisor Jane Luchsinger informed the public on the alterations to the pavilion plan at the recessed Town Board meeting on August 25, with new renditions of the updated design of the structure
Still no shade in “Flat” lands
TUSTEN – A proposed public pavilion in the Flats neighborhood of Narrowsburg has brought out much discussion between the Town Board and a handful of residents over the past week, with two … more
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With his trademark sombrero and big smile, Jeffersonville’s Victor Thomas moves on to life in Beacon after nearly 20 years at the Jeffersonville Adult Home on Route 52.
With a huge hat and a big heart, Victor Thomas moves on
JEFFERSONVILLE – For nearly two decades, Victor Thomas donned one of his large, fancy hats and strode from the Jeffersonville Adult Home through the Village of Jeffersonville downtown. Now … more
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Artifacts that once adorned numerous hotels in Sullivan County are now components of the photography exhibition titled “Day & Night: Return to the Borscht Belt.”
Journey to the Borscht Belt era
MOUNTAINDALE — History comes alive with the exhibition Day & Night: Return to the Borscht Belt, which opened its doors in Mountaindale on August 19, inviting visitors to step back in time … more
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At right, RCAP Solutions Community Specialist Becky Sims breaks down the five options to choose from before the Tusten Town Board regarding possible changes to town water and sewer rates.
Pick of the liter
TUSTEN – Residents of the town can expect a change in water and sewer rates soon as the town was briefed on potential billing options by RCAP Solutions Community Specialist, Becky Sims, at the … more
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Operating since the 1970s, the Jeffersonville Adult Home’s future is now unclear. The 48 residents have been shifted into various adult homes throughout New York State.
Fire at adult home displaces residents to NYC
JEFFERSONVILLE - A structure fire on July 21 at the Jeffersonville Adult Home property has led to the closing of the home for 48 men and women, some of whom have lived there for 20 or 30 years. … more
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This rendition of the pavilion design was shown to the public, which was met with disdain from a number in attendance who demanded a shrinkage in size, among other changes.
Flat-out too big
NARROWSBURG – A number of criticisms to a proposed pavilion in the hamlet of Narrowsburg were delivered by residents of the town of Tusten on Tuesday, with a number of alterations now planned … more
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