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Keith Krauss, grandfather and veteran, was assisted by grandsons Kristopher and Alex Snedeker in placing American flags on the gravestones of veterans in honor of Memorial Day.
Remembering Veterans this Memorial Day
SULLIVAN COUNTY – Many local VFW members are busy replacing old flags with new flags   for all Veterans in the local cemeteries in honor of Memorial Day, 2025.   The Curtis Eddy … more
Highland Town Supervisor John Pizzolato said that the outside firm investigating will present full findings to the State Police.
Preliminary report unveils key findings on Highland Town Clerk’s Office
HIGHLAND — In February, Highland Town Clerk Sue Hoffman was censured by the town, and her work computer was seized by New York State Police pending investigation on ‘gross … more
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Father George E. Baker
‘Wondrous and amazing’
OBERNBURG — Right from the beginning, Father George E. Baker of St. Mary’s Church in Obernburg sensed the warm way of welcoming and openness on the part of the new pope. Pope Leo … more
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Christopher A. Dedonato
Liberty HS teacher arrested on child pornography charges
LIBERTY — A Liberty High School math teacher was arrested on Monday, May 5, on charges of sharing child-related pornography. Liberty Central School District administration noted that they … more
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Passionate about her 4-H and equestrian extracurriculars, Sandra Hanofee raised questions on not being able to represent them on stage at graduation.
Liberty student questions graduation policy
LIBERTY — A Liberty High School senior is raising concerns over the district’s graduation dress code policy, which limits the cords and regalia students can wear to those representing a … more
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The Human Rights Commission’s first Executive Director, Ramone E. Wilson, addresses the Sullivan County Legislature.
Legislature greenlights Human Rights Executive Director and Commission
MONTICELLO   — Deputy County Manager Michelle Huck opened the Sullivan County Legislature meeting on Thursday, April 24, by introducing the first full-time Executive Director of the Human … more
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Roseann Brewer, secretary for St. George-St. Francis Church in Jeffersonville and Youngsville, recalled the thrill of seeing the Pope in person at Madison Square Garden in 2015.
A Pope of simplicity, love of the poor and care of the planet
VATICAN CITY – Ten years ago, Pope Francis landed in New York on a chartered Boeing aircraft and captivated throngs of people – including 18,000 at a Mass in Madison Square Garden, … more
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New roof under construction at Callicoon Silos
CALLICOON- A long-anticipated preservation project is officially underway in Callicoon, as the ENGN Civic Creative Centeer begins critical restoration work on the iconic Callicoon Silos. Located … more
At 9 a.m. yesterday, the Skinners Falls Bridge was waiting to be deconstructed.
Skinners Falls Bridge now a part of history
SKINNERS FALLS – It took but three strong taps with the bucket of an excavator, and the New York span of the 123-year-old Skinners Falls Bridge fell to earth, landing quietly on the causeway … more
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Attorney Steve Mogel, representing the SWCA, presenting issues against the proposed facility.
Self-storage facility planned for Bethel
BETHEL -— A proposal for a self-storage facility by 8G Storage Management, LLC, at the intersection of NYS Rte 17B and Pine Grove Road in Bethel was the topic of a public hearing held at the … more
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Town of Liberty Supervisor Frank DeMayo, right, was the sole vote to not dismiss the proposed changes to the PUD law Monday night. Board member John Lennon Jr., left, was one of the three who voted in favor of the successful motion to dismiss.
Proposed PUD changes put down
LIBERTY — After receiving letters   and comments en masse in opposition to the proposed alterations to the PUD (Planned Unit Development) law, Supervisor Frank DeMayo suggested holding off … more
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A crowd of concerned Sullivan County residents braved the cold and rain on Saturday to make their voices heard, joining the array of “Hands Off” protests that sparked up around the nation.
Sullivan citizens say ‘Hands Off!’
MONTICELLO — Rain and cold meant nothing to concerned citizens as they gathered on the Lawrence H. Cooke Sullivan County Courthouse lawn in Monticello on Saturday for the Hands Off! National … more
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SUNY Sullivan Board Chair Dr. Nancy Hackett, center, was honored in New York City last Fall for her role in designing the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation’s book club. Joining her are the Foundation’s President and Executive Director, Patty Judge, and Founder, Aaron Judge.
Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation promotes reading
NEW YORK CITY — A team player both on the diamond and off, the work of Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees leaves countless baseball fans rising to their feet with the beloved saying “All … more
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Chief Investment Officer and CEO of Hudson Valley Investment Advisors, Gus Scacco, reported that the economy was stronger than many people believed.
Economic Summit paints optimistic picture
MONTICELLO – “We are not in a recession. We are slower [than normal] but it’s not a recession,” Gus Scacco, Chief Investment Officer and CEO of Hudson Valley Advisors told the … more
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Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff reminded everyone that any bit of information from another agency could always be the key in finding a missing child. At right, Hope Alive 845 founder Domingo Ramos listens in and agrees as the drive to see change continues.
Push for missing persons reform
MONTICELLO – At a press conference on Monday, March 24, Hope Alive 845 founder Domingo Ramos called on New York Governor Kathy Hochul to address systemic issues related to missing children and … more
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Callicoon Fire Department fights a structure fire in Damascus, PA.
Structure fire in Damascus called for NY help
DAMASCUS   — Multiple New York fire departments responded to a structure fire in Damascus, PA, at approximately 8:10 a.m. on Monday, March 24. Callicoon and Lake Huntington fire … more
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Fun was flowing like water down a slide on Friday afternoon at the Kartrite Water Park. From left: Bivbiana Kelly, Joseph Thompson, Village Mayor Rochelle Massey, Savannah Thompson, Mehki Snowden, Ajayden Jacobs and Monticello Police Chief David Lindsay.
Mayor Massey joins youth for Civic Engagement Day
MONTICELLO – Monticello Mayor Rochelle Massey joined local children for a day of excitement and civic engagement at the Kartrite Resort and Indoor Waterpark on Friday, March 14. The Village of … more
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The search involved more than 10 fire departments, Forest Rangers and New York State Police and lasted from late Sunday night to early Monday morning.
Lost juveniles found in Livingston Manor
LIVINGSTON MANOR —   A tense overnight search for two missing children in the dense woods of Sullivan County ended in relief when emergency personel and State Police located the pair in … more
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Challenger Paul Champagne
Race for Wurtsboro Mayor pits incumbent v. challenger
WURTSBORO — As the race for Mayor in the village of Wurtsboro approaches, two contenders have stepped up to run: the incumbent Frank Sisco and challenger Paul Champagne. The election will take … more
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Liberty resident Michael Barton spoke both on his own behalf, cautioning against the law, and for Swan Lake’s Nancy Levine, who submitted a letter detailing her shared opposition.
Op-PUD-sition rises again
LIBERTY — Fifteen months ag o, the Town Board of Liberty instituted and thrice extended a moratorium on any Planned Unit Developments (PUD) within the town. With the block now dissolved, a … more
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Residents pack the hearing room at the Sullivan County Government Center for a NYSEG workshop on February 27, seeking answers about soaring electric bills.
NYSEG addresses high electric bills, leaves many frustrated
MONTICELLO — This winter, New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG) customers across New York have seen their electric bills jump, with some paying double or even triple their usual amount. In … more
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The Skinners Falls Bridge as it stood in November. The Damascus Citizens for Sustainability (DCS) seeks to save it from its end.
PennDOT prepares for Skinners dismantling
MILANVILLE, COCHECTON — On Monday, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that it would begin work to remove the Skinner’s Falls Bridge. However, because of … more
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Town of Callicoon mixes this rock salt with sand when supply gets low.
Brutal weather has depleted rock salt supply
  SULLIVAN COUNTY   — The recent brutal and unrelenting winter season has depleted supplies of rock salt across Sullivan County as residents and business owners struggle to … more
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The Frito-Lay processing plant in Liberty is looking at closing by around mid-May, town officials say, with an expected loss of 287 jobs for Liberty locals.
‘I don’t know how our town survives this’
LIBERTY — The Frito-Lay food processing facility in Liberty was confirmed to be closing after its announcement Wednesday morning, February 19. Located at 89 Mill Street and operated by PepsiCo … more
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New York State Budget Director and Monticello native Blake Washington answered questions after presenting Governor Kathy Hochul’s State of the State at Resorts World Catskills.
State Budget Director gives finance breakdown
MONTICELLO — New York State Budget Director and Monticello native Blake Washington focused on affordability and public safety as he presented “Governor Hochul’s 2025 State of the … more
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