The River Reporter has been acting as Johnny Pizzolato's mouthpiece for years.
I find it interesting that a mailer with factual information about bad business practices by someone who expects to …
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11/3/23
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Dana Salazar, candidate for the New York State Supreme Court’s Third Judicial District, has been endorsed by the Police Benevolent Association of the New York State Troopers (NYSTPBA). NYSTPBA …
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10/31/23
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The name McPhillips is synonymous with integrity, principles and ethics. Residents will do well to vote for any of the McPhillips candidates on this November’s ballot.
Matt …
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10/31/23
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The highest role of government is protecting and serving society’s vulnerable. County legislators have failed in that duty, selling out seniors and privatizing clinical services at the Adult …
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10/31/23
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My name is Shannan Armbrust. I am a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and have been an employee in the Sullivan County Treasurer’s Office for 15 years.
As the senior fiscal …
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10/31/23
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Good judgment and leadership are qualities one should seek in a candidate running for public office. George Conklin has not demonstrated either of those qualities during his time as a legislator. Not …
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10/31/23
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Labor pains
Re Leah Casner’s column “Dan handling” (October 26-November 1): Before our first child was born, we also attended Lamaze classes. An unexpected traffic jam made us …
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10/31/23
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I am an emergency medical technician and a proud member of the Highland Ambulance Service. I have been on many calls, including car accidents, house fires, traumas and medical emergencies. What I …
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10/31/23
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One of the more contentious issues that plague residents of Sullivan County is property taxes. Property taxes in Sullivan County for residences are, in my opinion, out of control.
Recently, I …
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10/31/23
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I’ve known Cat Scott for over 40 years. She is running for Sullivan County Legislature for District 5, which includes Callicoon, Cochecton, Delaware, Fremont and Tusten towns.
Her platform …
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10/31/23
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Re Leah Casner’s column “Dan handling” (October 26-November 1): Before our first child was born, we also attended Lamaze classes. An unexpected traffic jam made us late for one …
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10/31/23
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Stay the course
With the upcoming elections a little over three weeks away, I am writing to urge voters considering the candidates for Pike County Commissioner to continue to support and reelect …
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10/24/23
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Our Congress is a mess. Well, that’s not earth-shattering news.
Fire Matt Gaetz for instigating the removal of Kevin McCarthy, creating chaos among Republican Congressmen.
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10/24/23
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For the last eight years, I have worked closely with Ira Steingart in the Sullivan County Legislature. Our districts are right next to each other and many of the local issues affecting our …
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10/24/23
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I have reviewed the written opinion of Sullivan County Legislator Robert Doherty in the October 5- 11 edition of the River Reporter. Mr. Doherty had recently lost a defamation court case filed by …
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10/24/23
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I have known George Conklin for four decades. We have been friends and have shared a mutual respect for one another the entire time. We have both been volunteer firefighters for a very long time. We …
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10/24/23
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With the upcoming elections a little over three weeks away, I am writing to urge voters considering the candidates for Pike County Commissioner to continue to support and reelect Matt Osterberg and …
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10/24/23
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Thank you, Gravity Ice Cream Shop
I was meandering through the streets of Honesdale, PA, on October 11, and delightfully happened upon a sign that said “free ice cream.” That’s …
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No joy in Mudville—or in Sullivan County
I recently heard former congressman John Faso use the well-known phrase “there’s no joy in Mudville” when describing the current …
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10/11/23
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Open letter to the Sullivan County Legislature
In light of the 21 September 2023 unanimous jury verdict finding that Chairman Doherty defamed Legislator Alvarez, your urgent action is needed on …
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10/4/23
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