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From left to right is Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff, Martin Rutberg, Lawrence Breslow and Undersheriff Eric Chaboty as Rutberg Breslow Law is honored for their $5,000 donation to the Sheriff’s Office K-9 unit.
Sullivan Sheriff’s K-9 unit receives funding
MONTICELLO — On Thursday, April 18, local law firm Rutberg Breslow Personal Injury Law, was recognized by the Sullivan County Legislature for their generosity in donating $5,000 to the Sullivan … more
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Paula Elaine Kay (D, Rock Hill), Candidate for Assembly 100, at Fundraiser Kick Off in Middletown, NY. Kay’s campaign now qualifies for the NYS match under the Public Campaign Finance Program.
Paula Kay kicks off Assembly 100 fundraiser in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN — Paula Elaine Kay (D, Rock Hill) introduced her campaign for NYS’s 100th Assembly District, in Orange County, during a fundraising event at the Olde Erie Restaurant on April … more
Open Space Institute (OSI) to tackle new study
SULLIVAN COUNTY — OSI is working on a feasibility study to create a vision to transform and connect the 57-mile former O&W Rail Trail and D&H Towpath corridor into a continuous … more
Dawn of Platinum Leaf, left, and co-owners Bernard and Chyna Gonzalez celebrate their ribbon cutting on Friday, April 19.
Platinum Leaf opens
ROCK HILL — The first adult-use cannabis dispensary for Sullivan County officially opened its doors on Friday, April 19. Platinum Leaf, owned by Bernard and Chyna Gonzalez, held its grand … more
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Several former and current students of St. John Street school spoke during public comment, including Mikayla Rodriguez pictured here.
Monticello Board of Education adopts 2024-25 proposed budget
MONTICELLO – The Monticello Central School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on Tuesday, April 16. The meeting began with an executive session at 6:30 p.m. before the open … more
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A familiar face to the Bulldog Family as Principal David Eggleton will be assuming his position at the start of July.
Back with the Bulldogs
LAKE HUNTINGTON — Sullivan West Secondary School will be seeing a familiar face in a new position starting this summer.   David Eggleton, who formerly held the position of Athletic … more
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The final toll
The debris from the fallen famous Pucky Huddle Toll House was removed Saturday afternoon, leaving behind only a memory of the leaning shack that served as a staple landmark for drivers passing along … more
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SUNY Sullivan’s new President, Dr. David Potash.
Dr. David Potash named new President of SUNY Sullivan
LOCH SHELDRAKE — After months of conducting their search, SUNY Sullivan has a new president.   The State University of New York Board of Trustees appointed Dr. David Potash to fill … more
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Local Dog Control Officers will be able to temporarily house up to five lost and abandoned dogs with access to the SPCA’s facilities.
Dog Control Officers secure emergency kennel
FORESTBURGH — The wide-spread issue regarding a lack of temporary holding space for stray dogs has seen a breakthrough as Dog Control Officer (DCO) and Forestburgh Deputy Town Supervisor Steve Budofsky … more
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Forestburgh releases litigation updates
FORESTBURGH — The Town of Forestburgh recently released a summation of results from their ongoing litigation between themselves Lost Lakes Holdings LLC and resident Jack Gold. Below are … more
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Keynote speaker Julian Dawson of United Way of Sullivan County addressed the future educators at the Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre (HPAC).
Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s Teachers, forming future leaders
HURLEYVILLE — Over 60 eighth graders from the Mid-Hudson Valley region spent the morning networking with other students, inquiring about several local colleges and getting to know the … more
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Poster picture of soon-to-be-completed children’s playground.
Setting the board
BETHEL — During the Bethel Town Board meeting Wednesday, April 10, three topics were brought forward that are of prominent interest to the public, including the potential installation of … more
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When the December 14, 1975, fire happened, the interior was completely gutted and had to be redone. However, the brickwork and exterior of the church remains the same since its inception to this day.
St. Peters to celebrate 150th anniversary
MONTICELLO   — Founded in 1874, St. Peters Church on Broadway will be celebrating their 150th anniversary this summer. The anniversary will kick-off with a campaign in which the … more
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Road closure
Jeffersonville, NY – The Sullivan County Division of Public Works is closing a portion of New Bridge St. in the Village of Jeffersonville to repave County Bridge 351, located south of the … more
As Homelessness remains on the rise in Sullivan County, one potential housing resource Health and Human Services is looking into is Lazarus I. Levine Residence Hall at SUNY Sullivan.
Addressing homelessness
MONTICELLO – Homelessness remains on the rise in Sullivan County. The homeless census was as high as 313 as of the submission date in Health and Human Services Commissioner John Liddle’s … more
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Birthday girl Zita Speer sits beside Sullivan County Legislators and family. From left: Legislator Brian McPhillips, Legislator Matt McPhillips, her sons Philip and Mike Speer and Legislator Luis Alvarez.
Achieve resident Zita Speer celebrates 103rd
LIBERTY   — On April 11, a significant occasion was observed at Achieve Rehab and Nursing as one of their oldest residents, Zita Speer, reached the milestone of turning 103 years old. … more
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Town Supervisor Chris Mathews (right) discussed the progress the Town was at with the pool leak situation. At left, Councilperson Jim Schmidt listened on.
Neversink bids well-wishes to Parks & Rec. Director
NEVERSINK — The Town Board of Neversink accepted the resignation of Parks and Recreation Director Cher Woehl and advertised her position at their regular Town Board meeting on April 10. … more
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Town of Delaware Supervisor Scott DuBois, left, Councilwoman Cindy Herbert and Councilman Ian Blumenthal listen at the board meeting on Wednesday, April 10.
Callicoon’s water project reacts to State mandate
HORTONVILLE – Delaware Engineering’s Bill Brown asked the board to give the okay to move forward with opening contracting bids for the Hamlet of Callicoon’s new water wells and … more
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Monticello Lieutenant appointed Acting Chief, Corley let go
MONTICELLO   — Monticello Police Chief Jason Corley is “no longer with the Village” according to Village Officials, as of April 9 after holding his position for just a few … more
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Culinary Students from SUNY Sullivan are hard at work alongside fellow food vendors making sure the guests don’t leave hungry.
Monticello Rotary offers a Taste of Sullivan
The Monticello Rotary Club held their inaugural Taste of Sullivan event in the Paul Gerry Fieldhouse at SUNY Sullivan on April 9. The event, which was a collaboration between the Rotary and the … more
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Edison Narkaj, left, and Christian Dushaj of Pasta D’Oro.
SCVA promotes Hudson Valley Restaurant Week
HURLEYVILLE — The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (SCVA) has taken to highlighting a number of local restaurants across the county as part of their celebration of Hudson Valley … more
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Town of Callicoon Highway Superintendent Mike Haff, far right, handed in his letter of resignation with his last day being today. He began in October 2022.
Mike Haff resigns as Callicoon’s Highway Superintendent
JEFFERSONVILLE – At the latest Callicoon Town Board meeting on Monday, April 8, Supervisor Tom Bose announced that Highway Superintendent Mike Haff has handed in his letter of resignation. Bose … more
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HUD Regional Administration for New York and New Jersey, Alicka Ampry-Samuel, announced over $8 million to Conifer Realty for two Sullivan developments.
Federal boost coming to Liberty developments
MONTICELLO — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced over $8 million in loans to Conifer Realty for two Sullivan County HUD-assisted properties on Tuesday, April 9. … more
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Town Board members Susan Parks-Landis and Steve Budofsky, along with their fellow board members, are expected to submit their thoughts on the proposed adjustments to the Town Code individually, setting the scene for group discussion next month.
Short term rentals still topic of talks
FORESTBURGH — In the interest of altering the Town Code to regulate short term rentals (STR) in the town of Forestburgh, the Town Board discussed a proposed draft of amendments which would be … more
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An artist’s rendering of the potential Minsky Glamping Sites in Thompson.
Glamping in Thompson
THOMPSON -— A public hearing was held on April 10 by the Thompson Planning Board regarding a new glamping site planned for Swinging Bridge Estates Road dubbed, Minsky Glamping Sites. The … more
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