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Do not mock the humble sprout. Treated well, it will give you a delicious—and nutritious—side.

REGION — We all know about the summer growing season, when we get fresh produce from farm stands, farm markets and other farm-to-consumer places. We all know this happens during the height of … more

By KRISTIN WEBBER | 9/29/22

A labyrinth in Pike County

GREENTOWN, PA — Carol Cannon-Nesco’s journey began 25 years ago this fall. She went on a pleasure ride in the car, and doesn’t know why she pulled over and began walking. The spot … more

By SHARON PEDUTO | 9/29/22

Our relationships with trees range in complexity, from pure and simple appreciation for their artful beauty, to the awe-inspiring wonder of what they contribute to our world. In the mix are the challenging issues of trees as resources, nuisances, damagers of property and more, all contributing to the dynamics of how we co-exist with these magnificent beings. Trees don’t need us, but we need them. We should never forget that as we make decisions about their fate and always keep in mind how it affects our own.

‘Trees Please’ takes root in the Upper Delaware River region

Are you a fan of forests and trees? The Upper Delaware River region is blessed with an abundance of both, and a growing group of tree lovers is launching an exciting initiative known as “Trees … more

By SANDY LONG AND DARIA DOROSH | 9/29/22

A leucistic fawn, commonly referred to as a “piebald” whitetail deer, was seen recently in the Narrowsburg, NY area.

Hidden wonders

So here we are, just off three-plus inches of rain after weeks of drought. The world right now smells fresh, with a hint of monsoon. The air is still a bit heavy, as if it wants to rain more but … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 9/29/22

These bees decided that they didn’t need any protection from the elements, and drew out their nest comb, so it is exposed directly under the eaves of the house.

Surprise bees

NARROWSBURG, NY — Having been a hobby beekeeper for 10-plus years, I have amassed my share of bee stories. On July 9, I traveled from my home in Hawley, PA to Narrowsburg, to photograph a … more

By JEFF SIDLE | 7/22/22

Finding Tusten village

TEN MILE RIVER, NY — “Sometimes, the content for these exhibits comes out of nowhere,” said David Malatzky, associate curator at the Ten Mile River Scout Museum. “Last … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 7/22/22

That absolutely cut the ice in New York.

Other lost jobs

Ice cutter . Back before mechanical refrigerators, people kept their food cold with ice. During the winter here, ice was cut from the Delaware River and local lakes. It was then stored in icehouses … more

7/22/22

Newsboys, fire-spotters, net-makers

REGION — “Number, please?” You only see her in old movies now: a woman, headset on and a massive switchboard in front of her, plugging in cords to patch calls to the right … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 7/22/22

Bathe in the beauty

You’re traipsing down a trail this summer. Sunlight is dappled through the swaying leaves overhead, and shadows dance among the mosses and rocks underfoot. Somewhere, you hear water burbling, … more

By JANE ANDERSON | 7/22/22

An impact delayed

UPPER DELAWARE REGION—The Delaware River has a broad reach. It’s the largest undammed river east of the Mississippi, and over 13 million people rely on its water for drinking. … more

By LIAM MAYO | 7/22/22

Past and present in the river valley

We were drawn here, by the river and the land surrounding it. Are your roots deep? Our ancestors came because of the mighty Delaware and the land. They came to farm, to fish or dig up stone or … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 7/22/22