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Assuming the Supervisor position in 2022, Michael Robbins described his tenure as having some highs and lows.
‘This place doesn’t run without them’
MAMAKATING – Since 2022, Michael Robbins has served as the Town Supervisor for Mamakating, navigating both the rewards and challenges that came with the role. Following November’s elections, … more
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Town Justice Brent Gotsch asked the Town of Neversink Town Board to move ahead with a translation service for the court.
Neversink looks to calling in clarification
NEVERSINK – The Neversink Town Justice Court may be pushing the “go” button on translation services following Town Justice Brent Gotsch’s briefing of a proposed contract for a telephone-based … more
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Dog Control Officer Vicki Darnobid talked of the challenges with municipal animal control and reviewing upcoming contracts.
Mamakating Dog Control Officer talks ‘ruff’ challenges
MAMAKATING – The Town of Mamakating was all ears Tuesday afternoon as it received updates through a short Q-and-A session with Dog Control Officer Vicki Darnobid during its regular Town Board … more
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Early Copy, Please
The Sullivan County Democrat will be having early deadlines for its December 26, 30 and January 2, 2026 editions.   December 26 edition Editorial Deadline:   December 23 … more
Dickens on the Delaware came to Callicoon with the magic of the holiday season on Saturday. A crowd turned out to experience live performances, a holiday market, carolers, and horse and buggy rides throughout the hamlet.
A very Victorian celebration
Dickens on the Delaware came to Callicoon with the magic of the holiday season on Saturday. A crowd turned out to experience live performances, a holiday market, carolers, and horse and buggy rides … more
Neversink Supervisor Chris Mathews fondly recalled his friendship with Sullivan County stalwart Susan Brown Otto during the town’s board meeting.
Neversink Supervisor reflects on friendship with Susan Brown Otto
NEVERSINK – It was exactly a month ago when Susan Brown Otto, a prominent figure, community advocate, and friendly, welcoming presence throughout Sullivan County, succumbed to advanced … more
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Marty and Lynn Colavito conclude their 50-mile journey with an embrace outside the Regional Food Bank in Montgomery. Their walk raised funds for the food bank and underscored the challenges faced by Sullivan County residents during a time of increasing economic strain.
From Liberty to Montgomery
FALLSBURG – In the dim early hours of Halloween morning, long before the trick-or-treaters emerged, Marty and Lynn Colavito took their first steps on a four-day, nearly 50-mile journey through … more
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Legislature still mulling over 2026 budget
MONTICELLO – The Sullivan County Legislature is taking more time to work on the proposed 2026 budget. A public hearing, the second of two, was held last Tuesday night and the legislature was … more
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Bethel moves forward with water district
BETHEL – The Town of Bethel Town Board voted on Wednesday night to accept an engineer’s report for the creation of the Smallwood Water District and set a public hearing for January 14 at … more
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Warehouse project advances in Thompson
THOMPSON — A proposed 1.5 million-square-foot warehouse near the Neversink River has taken a step forward. On December 10, the Town of Thompson Planning Board formally adopted the final scoping … more
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Lynne Freda received the Pike-Wayne Association of Realtors ‘Realtor of the Year’ award last Thursday evening.
Lynne Freda earns Pike-Wayne ‘Realtor of the Year’ Award
LAKEVILLE, PA – When t he Pike-Wayne Association of Realtors had to decide on Realtor of the Year last Thursday night at Capri Restaurant on Lake Wallenpaupack, the answer was clear: Lynne … more
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HEAP’s heating equipment repair program to again take applications
LIBERTY – The 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will begin accepting applications for the Heating Equipment Repair & Replacement (HERR) benefit on December 11.   … more
Callicoon Highway Superintendent Ryan Bose reported to the town board Monday night.
Winter road hazards obstruct Callicoon’s Highway Department
CALLICOON – On Monday, December 8, the Town of Callicoon Board discussed two road hazards that thwarted cleanup efforts during last week’s snowstorm: an abandoned car and improper snow … more
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Sullivan West Senior Alec Hubert stores his cellphone in his locker before the school day’s first bell in compliance with Governor Hochul’s statewide Distraction-Free Schools Law.
State clicks ‘Do Not Disturb’
On Monday, December 1, Governor Kathy Hochul announced big wins for her “Bell to Bell” smartphone restrictions that were implemented at the start of the 2025 school year. After receiving … more
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Roy Richardson of Barton and Logudice opened the floodgates to the next steps of Monticello’s water treatment improvements.
Monticello water remediation project flowing smoothly
MONTICELLO – A full overhaul of Monticello’s aging water systems will   begin thanks to a major funding package that supports treatment upgrades, tank replacement and infrastructure … more
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New York reps fighting for health insurance extension
REGION – Health insurance subsidies are set to expire at the end of this year across the nation, under terms passed in the Trump administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” … more
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New interim superintendent Keith Lewis, right, expresses thanks for a warm welcome.
Rockland School Board meeting welcomes new Superintendent
LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Rockland Central School Board of Education welcomed the newly arrived interim superintendent Keith Lewis on Wednesday, December 3, at a business-as-usual monthly meeting. … more
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Dawn Ciorciari talks Bagel Fest at the Monticello Village Board meeting.
Monticello rolls ahead with Bagel Fest ‘26
MONTICELLO – Monticello’s 2026 Bagel Fest is a go thanks to Alan Kesten, Bold Gold New York General Manager Dawn Ciorciari, and former Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Chair Chris … more
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The Sullivan County Human Rights Commission hosted a roundtable discussion for community members at SUNY Sullivan in Loch Sheldrake last Wednesday afternoon.
Residents air frustrations at Human Rights Roundtable
LOCH SHELDRAKE – A Roundtable on Human Rights was hosted last Wednesday at SUNY Sullivan by the Sullivan County Human Rights Commission (HRC). The event brought together two professional … more
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The crew waves goodbye as the train departs the Callicoon Depot for its next stop in Narrowsburg.
Spreading Joy
The Callicoon Depot was bustling on Sunday afternoon as a crowd gathered for the Toys for Tots arrival of the New York, Susquehanna, and Western Railway Operation Toy Train.   The … more
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Forestburgh faces major tax assessment challenge from Pipeline
FORESTBURGH – At its recent meeting, the Forestburgh Town Board discussed a developing issue that could have major financial implications for communities across Sullivan County.   … more
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This is the proposed site of the Heiden Road warehouse project near Exit 107 in the Town of Thompson. The facility would be located just west of the Neversink River, a protected trout stream and key watershed in the Catskills.
Warehouse near Neversink River raises concerns
THOMPSON – A proposal to construct a 1.5 million-square-foot warehouse and trucking terminal along Heiden Road in the Town of Thompson has raised concerns from residents, with environmental … more
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SCVA President and CEO Michael Martelon proposed a $4.2 million budget to the Sullivan County Legislature on Thursday, December 4.
Visitor's Association presents budget
On Thursday, December 4, President and CEO of the Sullivan County Visitor’s Association (SCVA) Michael Martelon presented three tiers of a potential budget for the SCVA to the Sullivan County … more
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Liberty Town Board briefed on Hudson Valley Community Preservation Act
LIBERTY – During the December first meeting, the Liberty Town Board heard an overview of the Hudson Valley Conservation Act and the potential impact that it could have on Sullivan County from … more
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Hortonville resident Hakim Talbi removes snow from his driveway on Wednesday, December 3, and predicts plenty of snow this winter.
Let it snow!
REGION – As he removed snow from his driveway with a metal shovel on Wednesday morning, Hortonville resident Hakim Talbi said, “I have to get to it before it’s too late.” When … more
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