This week the spotlight is on Rebecca Gashinsky. A senior on the combined Livingston Manor/ Roscoe soccer team. The team earned a spot at Regionals this year in November after securing the Section 9 …
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Crystal Tweed
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12/6/24
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MONTICELLO–– Tai chi/ Chi Kung are ancient exercises that have roots in The Martial Arts. In recent years it is used more for its health benefits. The translation of the word Tai Chi is …
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Pedro Tweed
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12/6/24
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The 24th Basic School for New York State Forest Rangers recently graduated a class of nine. I want to congratulate new Ranger Nicole Kocher from here in Sullivan County on joining their …
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12/6/24
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LIBERTY–– As fall sports have come to an end we would like to shine a spotlight on some exceptional well-rounded athletes who excel on and off the court and field. Luis Molina Gonzalez is …
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Crystal Tweed
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12/3/24
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BOSTON, MA–– Congratulations to freshman Baya Titus of Monticello. Baya competed in the Footlocker Regionals in Boston, MA and finished in 5th place to close out her season.
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12/3/24
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WAPPINGERS FALLS–– On Saturday, November 23 Tri-Valley had two athletes compete at Federations and Nike Regional Championships. Federations includes all class sizes in the state (double A …
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12/3/24
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Monday, December 2
Girls Basketball
Liv.Mnr/Rs vs Margaretville at Roscoe, 4:30pm
Boys Basketball
Liv. Mnr/Rs v Margaretville at Manor, 6pm
Tuesday, December 3
Boys …
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12/3/24
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I love receiving physical gifts during the holidays. In fact, giving and receiving gifts is one of the top ways I feel loved, according to Gary Chapman’s book The 5 Love …
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Maggi Fitzpatrick
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12/3/24
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LOCH SHELDRAKE –– The SUNY Sullivan Women’s basketball team season is under way and they are off to a great start. The General’s are 2-0 on the season and are set to play …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/29/24
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CALLICOON –– The Sullivan County Democrat is in it’s 51st season of its Annual Bick Buck Contest. Below is one of our latest entries and the current leaderboard. Dan is tied with …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/29/24
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HIGHLAND FALLS — It was deja vu for the Sullivan West Bulldogs on Saturday, as they lost by 44 points in the Regionals against the Moravia Blue Devils - the exact same result as last season. …
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Alex Kielar
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11/29/24
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The NYS DEC is working on updating its State Wildlife Action Plan (SWAP) for 2025 – 2035. The SWAP is a tool that helps protect wildlife populations that are declining or threatened. Every ten …
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John S. Van Etten
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11/29/24
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LAKE HUNTINGTON–– Dear readers, be sure to check Friday November 29 edition of the Democrat for full coverage of the Sullivan West football game from our very own Alex Kielar.
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Crystal Tweed
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11/26/24
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CALLICOON – Collin Flynn loves to be in the woods. From spring turkey hunting to fall whitetail deer season, he likes to spend as much time as possible enjoying the great outdoors.
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11/26/24
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I’m sure at some point you’ve heard someone say, “If you take care of the small things, the big things will take care of themselves.” This quote is attributed to American poet …
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Maggi Fitzpatrick
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11/26/24
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I decided to write this column with the purpose of sharing our local trailblazers in sports with the younger generations. Like with many other things it’s important for our youth to …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/26/24
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QUEENSBURY - The Tri-Valley boys cross-country team, and three members from the girls cross country team competed at the New York State Championships this weekend.
Van …
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11/22/24
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QUEENSBURY–– At the NYSPHSAA Championships last weekend, Senior Diya Patel placed 68th with a lifetime best time of 20:36 ending her season with a strong finish. Diya’s Coach, …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/22/24
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HIGHLAND FALLS -- The Sullivan West Bulldogs are ready to face off against the Moravia Blue Devils Friday, November 22 at 6 p.m. The teams will meet on neutral ground at James I. O’Neill High …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/22/24
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Due to the recent drought conditions in our readership area, several burn bans have been put into effect. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has prohibited campfires on state game lands, joining …
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John S. Van Etten
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11/22/24
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MONTICELLO – Robert Green Chevrolet is partnering with AYSO Region 1517 on the Chevy Youth Sports program, a partnership program built to position Chevrolet as the Official Vehicle of Youth …
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11/19/24
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LAKE HUNTINGTON- The Sullivan West Bulldogs hosted their 2024 fall athletics award banquet marking the end of the fall season. The event brings families, coaches, and athletes together to …
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Crystal Tweed
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11/19/24
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HIGHLAND FALLS – In a rematch of last year’s Section IX 8-Man Championship on Friday, the Sullivan West Bulldogs (8-1, 2-1) got the best of the Pawling Tigers (8-1, 5-0), 46-14, to win …
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Alex Kielar
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11/19/24
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LIVINGSTON MANOR–– The Sullivan County Long Beards (SCLB) annual Thanksgiving turkey give away took place on Friday, November 15 at 11am at Peck’s Market in Livingston Manor. …
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By Donna Kortright
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11/19/24
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Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and how we choose to approach it will look different for each one of us. When I think of my ideal Thanksgiving experience, it includes enjoying delicious …
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Maggi Fitzpatrick
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11/19/24
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