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Dan Hogue acknowledged the noise ordinance concerns residents raised.
Forestburgh residents push for noise ordinance
FORESTBURGH - At the August 7th Forestburgh Town Board meeting, a group of concerned residents urged the Board to strengthen its noise ordinance after three consecutive summers of loud music and … more
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A new report from the Office of the New York State Comptroller found that rural counties in the state are facing healthcare shortages. This graphic represents the number of healthcare professionals per 10,000 people.
The doctor is out
SULLIVAN - According to a new report by the Office of the New York State Comptroller, Sullivan County is designated as a Health Professional Shortage Area. The report examined 16 rural counties in … more
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The Town of Fallsburg Board heard from concerned residents on Tuesday night over a property in the town. Supervisor Michael Bensimon, center, says the board understands the public’s anger and that the Building Department has inspected the premises
Residents say Fallsburg ignoring court order on Rose Road property
FALLSBURG — More than a year after the Town of Fallsburg settled a code violation lawsuit against the owners of 63 and 73 Rose Road, community members say the court order is being openly … more
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Scholarship program expands path to addiction counselor training at SUNY
SULLIVAN — A state funded scholarship program aimed at growing New York’s addiction services workforce is opening new doors for Sullivan County residents pursuing careers in substance use … more
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Children’s Home launches youth mental health program in Monticello
MONTICELLO — A new program aimed at supporting children with serious mental health needs has launched in Sullivan County. The Children’s Home (CHWC), a Binghamton-based nonprofit, … more
The Rockland Central School District new logo
Rockland Board of Education Ok’s official colors, logo
LIVINGSTON MANOR – The Rockland Central School District Board of Education approved the official district school colors and logo at its meeting on August 5. The primary colors are black … more
Overdose Awareness Vigil to be held August 26th
MONTICELLO   — The fifth annual International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil will take place on Tuesday, August 26 at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the Sullivan County Courthouse, located at 414 … more
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Debra McGinness retires as New Hope Community CEO
LOCH SHELDRAKE – New Hope Community, a nonprofit dedicated to providing support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), has announced the retirement of Chief … more
Concrete pouring on the Callicoon Bridge took longer than expected, making a 24-hour closure turn into a three-day event.
Construction continues on Callicoon Bridge
CALLICOON — The Callicoon/Damascus Bridge, which spans the Delaware River from Callicoon, NY to Damascus, PA was closed to traffic for what was meant to be a 24-hour closure on Tuesday, August … more
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Many local leaders and Monticello officials such as Village Manager James Snowden, center, celebrated the new bowling alley.
Bowling rolls onto Broadway
MONTICELLO   — The Village of Monticello rolled a strike last Wednesday with the grand opening of its newest attraction: Bowling on Broadway. The long-vacant Broadway Theater at 498 … more
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A familiar face at the Youngsville Post Office, Postmaster Beth Hahl, sealed a career of nearly 30 years of service last Thursday.
Youngsville Postmaster hangs up the cap after 27.5 years
YOUNGSVILLE   — Last Thursday afternoon, Beth Hahl sealed the envelope on 27 and a half years of dedicated service to the United States Post Office, retiring as the Youngsville Postmaster. … more
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Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek offers insight into the source of grant funding for new county housing programs.
Legislature votes: The time for incentivizing affordable housing is now
MONTICELLO — The Sullivan County Legislature approved $2 million of grant funding to bolster the county’s stock of low-middle income rental housing during their meeting on Thursday, July … more
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Hundreds of people attended the funeral service for Marvin Newberg on Sunday at the Joseph N. Garlick Funeral Home in Monticello.
Marvin Newberg remembered for his love of family, friends and golf
MONTICELLO — More than 200 family, friends and neighbors ‘showed up’ on Sunday afternoon at the Joseph N. Garlick Funeral Home in Monticello to mourn the loss of Marvin Newberg, … more
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New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, left, and Assemblymember Paula Kay, second from left, speak with Federation for the Homeless Director Kathy Kreiter, right, as they announce $1 million in funding for the organization in Monticello last Thursday.
Federation for the Homeless receives $1M in state funding
MONTICELLO – When New York State Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Assemblymember Paula Kay came to the Federation for the Homeless in Monticello, Federation Director Kathy Kreiter knew they … more
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Sullivan County Bridge Engineer Roman Di Cio shows Engineering Camp Scouts the new retaining wall at the Ferndale Transfer Station.
Engineering Camp provides teenage Scouts with real-world experience
FERNDALE — Ten Mile River Scout Camps collaborated with the Sullivan County Department of Public Works to create Engineering Camp, a week-long program that gives teenage Scouts the opportunity … more
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Sullivan County District Attorney Brian Conaty, left, recently promoted Scott Kinne to Chief Investigator.
DA Conaty promotes Scott Kinne to Chief Investigator
MONTICELLO – On July 30, 2025, Sullivan County District Attorney Brian Conaty announced the promotion of DA Investigator Scott Kinne to Chief Investigator for the Sullivan County District … more
A fox tested positive for rabies in Grahamsville.
Fox tests positive for rabies
GRAHAMSVILLE – The Sullivan County Department of Public Health has confirmed that a grey fox in the Grahamsville area tested positive for the rabies virus. “Rabies is not a rare … more
St. Peter’s in Monticello will now be part of a four-church Parish, sharing one priest with three other Catholic churches.
Cardinal Dolan unveils merger plans for Catholic parishes
SULLIVAN COUNTY — Declining numbers of men entering the priesthood coupled with lower attendance at Catholic masses has forced the church to make some tough decision. The Catholic … more
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Bethel Woods Center for the Arts CEO Eric Frances details his plans for the organization’s future ahead of the Woodstock anniversary.
Woodstock legacy fuels Bethel Woods growth
BETHEL – Eric Frances is not one to rest on his laurels. Ask about Bethel Woods Center for the Arts about being named the Best Amphitheater in the country by USA Today’s 10Best … more
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Deputies from the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office converged at a crime scene at 17 Dill Road in Forestburgh where they are investigating shots fired at a residence.
Multiple shootings in Monticello leaves one injured
MONTICELLO – Village of Monticello Police are currently investigating multiple shooting incidents that occurred the morning of Wednesday, July 30. According to police, at 12:23 a.m. … more
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Local schools roll out cellphone restrictions ahead of state deadline
SULLIVAN COUNTY —   Starting this fall, students in all public K-12 schools across New York State will face new bell-to-bell smartphone restrictions as part of Governor Kathy … more
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Marvin Newberg passes away suddenly at age 75
MONTICELLO — One of the most prominent attorneys in Sullivan County, Marvin Newberg, passed away yesterday morning at the age of 75. Word of his sudden death sent shock waves throughout … more
From the left, are, Councilman William Crumley, Lake Association Board member Tom Wachtell, Bethel Town Supervisor Dan Sturm, Lake Association Board member Steve Marton presenting a floatation device, as part of the donation of life-saving equipment to Chief Constable and Navigation Officer Marc Anthony, and Councilwoman Lillian Hendrickson.
Lake Association of White Lake donates safety equipment to Town of Bethel
BETHEL – On behalf of the Lake Association of White Lake, one of its board members, Steve Marton, presented two water safety items at the Bethel Town Board meeting on July 23. The equipment is … more
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Tom Ward fills vacant Rockland BOE seat
ROSCOE-LIVINGSTON MANOR   — The Rockland Central School District Board of Education approved a resolution on Tuesday, July 22, designating Tom Ward to take James Buck’s place on the … more
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Bethel sends letter in support of Sullivan County ‘Smart Growth’
BETHEL – In a letter to New York State Secretary of State Walter T. Mosley c/o The Office of Planning, Development & Community Infrastructure in Albany, NY, Bethel Town Supervisor Dan Sturm … more
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