Ribbon cutting for Catskill Literacies, LLC

CALLICOON, NY — There will be a ribbon cutting and open house for Catskill Literacies, 24 Upper Main St. (lower level), on Monday, January 27 at 11 a.m. Catskill Literacies is an …
Daniels promoted at Wayne Bank

HONESDALE, PA — Jim Donnelly, president and chief executive officer of Wayne Bank, has announced the promotion of Steve Daniels to executive vice president and director of consumer banking. …

WEDCO names Taylor as new executive director

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne County Economic Development Corporation (WEDCO) has hired Justin Taylor as WEDCO’s new executive director. According to President Wayne R. Stephens, Taylor’s …

Lake Huntington News
Lake huntington news

Time to hit the ice!

When the temps drop and the lakes freeze over, it’s time to grab your gear and hit the ice! Ice fishing is like a winter adventure with your friends, but instead of hiking, you’re …
Lake huntington news

Happy New Year!

The new year is here, and it’s the perfect chance to start fresh and set some fun goals! Whether it’s trying out a new hobby, spending more time with friends, or just enjoying the little …
FOOD
the food out here

Kettle chip crunch

I had a goal for 2024. That goal was to grow Hillstead Farm potatoes and turn them into kettle chips. I had hoped the Kennebec and Red Pontiac potatoes we have been growing for a few years would have …
jude’s culinary journey

Just taste it!

I was the youngest of three—all Baby Boomers. Food was undergoing a radical change during our childhoods, and our mother was a terrific cook who enjoyed trying new recipes. We weren’t …
Jeffersonville Bancorp declares special dividend

JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — Jeffersonville Bancorp, Inc. (OTCQB - JFBC) declared a special cash dividend in the amount of $0.25 per share on the common stock of the company at the January 14 meeting …

Wayne Bank’s Dixon wins KlariVis award

HONESDALE, PA – Jim Donnelly, president and chief executive officer of Wayne Bank, has announced that employee Kayla Dixon is a winner of KlariVis’s 2024 Banking on Brilliance Award. …

One fund, supporting both local farmers and families

In March of 2020, when so much uncertainty was underway with COVID-19, the Wayne County Community Foundation established what was then called the Emergency Food Relief Fund in partnership with the …

Empathy between the person receiving and giving care helps both. What happens when dementia tears that bond?

When someone with dementia loses their ability to have empathy, caring for them can become isolating and fraught, research shows.

Become ‘immediately employable’ in electric trades

LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — Building on the popularity and success of construction, auto repair, security guard and welding courses offered in the last two years, Sullivan County’s Center for …

Fire & Ice Snowball Gala

SKYTOP, PA — The Pike County Chamber of Commerce will bring the first Fire & Ice Snowball Gala to Pike County on Saturday, February 1, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.at Skytop Lodge. It is a formal …

Recovery
‘Paying it forward’

HONESDALE, PA — Shannon Sharkazy has always felt a calling to help others. First, though, she had to help herself. A 36-month prison sentence for cocaine distribution and related charges …

Community living stories
What a month!

BRRRR (again) On 1/18 my thermometer hit rock bottom for the month--at four-degrees below zero. But that was “mild” compared to a friend in Long Eddy who recorded minus-11 degrees. …

Introduction to transcendental meditation

SULLIVAN COUNTY — The Livingston Manor Library invites the public for an introductory presentation about transcendental meditation (TM) on Saturday, January 25 at 11 a.m. A certified …

Caritas honorees named

GOSHEN – Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster has announced its 2025 Caritas Award honorees. The awards will be presented at the 19th annual Catholic Charities Celebration of …

Caregiver support for Veterans’ families

MONTICELLO, NY — Research estimates that 80% of Veterans will have some need for long-term services and supports in their lifetime. Often this support falls to the Veterans’ families and …

Seniors
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Pictured are Sullivan County Veterans Coalition Chair Howie Goldsmith, left, and Past Exalted Ruler Mike Brennan.
MONTICELLO, NY — Monticello Elks Lodge #1544 filled 80 boxes of food, including canned hams, for local Veterans in time for the holidays. Veterans from across Sullivan County who picked up the …
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Every year on October 1, the world observes the International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP). It’s a global occasion that acknowledges the priceless contributions of senior citizens and …
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Sustainability
The beauty and danger of solar storms

The Beauty and Danger of Solar Storms: From Mesmerising Northern Lights to Extended Power Outages Solar storms have fascinated and challenged humanity for centuries. These awe-inspiring …

NYSAC celebrates century of service to counties

NEW YORK STATE — This year—2025—marks the centennial anniversary of the New York State Association of Counties (NYSAC). All year long, NYSAC will be celebrating 100 years of …

Ahead of the pack: Disadvantaged students excel at Wallenpaupack, test scores say

WALLENPAUPACK AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT, PA — Disadvantaged students who attend Wallenpaupack area schools have consistently higher educational outcomes than their peers at other Pennsylvania …

Do your country a service

NATIONWIDE — The names of women who served in World War I. Documents relating to the American Revolution. Reports from submarine patrols during World War II. Case files relating to the property …

Webinar teaches ecosensitive farming strategies

ONLINE — A webinar designed to raise awareness about smart strategies for farming in sensitive ecosystems, with a focus on private drinking water sources, will occur from noon to 1 p.m. …

Reclaiming lost habitat at scale

ONEONTA, NY — Landscaping professionals will gather in Davenport on March 11 to 13 for a training on how to use native plants and support natural habitats. As homeowners, business owners and …

For once, some good climate news

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) reports that the Antarctic ozone hole is smaller than it has been for many years. That’s still not small. At …

Put people over plastics:

The petrochemical industry wants us to believe we can’t live without plastics, often pointing to medical devices. But the truth is that more than 40% of new plastic goes to make single-use …

Salvaging household items

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The idea of salvage discussed in the articles on pages 10 and 11 isn’t just for buildings. It can be applied to the everyday items we use, use up, and all too …

A road map for climate solutions

Most of us like to live in a healthy environment and feel a sense of control in our lives. To support both those goals, a group of Hudson Valley grassroots leaders have come together and created the …

Lessons from a garage

One key to managing the end of the life of buildings is to reimagine that building as feedstock for other uses. That allows us to proceed in such a way as to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions from …

Setting a standard

SWAN LAKE, NY — Sullivan County International Airport’s new terminal is beautiful to behold, even in its unfinished state. The clean lines gracefully merge with the sky and surrounding …

Free community lunch

MILFORD, PA — The Ecumenical Food Pantry of Pike County and Good Shepherd Episcopal Church outreach program invites you to lunch. Come together on Thursday, January 16, and every third Thursday …

Honesdale Fire Department secures WHEA donation

HONESDALE, PA — The Honesdale Fire Department is the latest recipient of a donation from the Wayne Highlands Education Association (WHEA). The WHEA Community Outreach Program is funded by …

Double Up eatery opens in Parksville

PARKSVILLE, NY — The Greater Liberty Chamber of Commerce braved an arctic blast on Sunday, December 22 to celebrate the grand opening/ribbon cutting for Double Up, a new eatery at 268 Old Route …

Donate blood; get a chance to be at Super Bowl LIX

NATION — The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give blood or platelets now to help keep the blood supply strong during National Blood Donor Month in January. Type O …

Sullivan County Aktion Club continues to spread cheer

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The Aktion Club of Sullivan County was active last year spreading cheer to many adults and children during the holiday season. It bought toys and games to present to the …

Parenting Programs from Cornell

ONLINE—  Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Orange and Sullivan Counties is offering a variety of virtual parenting workshops this winter and spring. Parenting can be stressful, and CCE …

Apply now for Sullivan 180 grants

LIBERTY, NY — The 2025 Sullivan 180 grant programs are now open, and the applications for the following categories are available: beautification, school beautification, municipal partnership …

A lasting lesson from a beloved teacher

The last message I received from William Doherty on Facebook was, “I still brag about your accomplishments.” It’s from October 2024, just about exactly 25 years since he cast me as …

How the People for People Fund’s grants stop financial burdens from snowballing

If you don’t have the luxury of a “rainy day fund” or emergency savings account, unforeseen events—such as a sickness, injury or car accident—can quickly snowball into a …

Tri-Gal celebrates accomplishments

LOOKOUT, PA — On Friday, December 13, 2024, the Tri-Gal 4-H Club met at the Lookout Firehall for its monthly meeting and 2024 club awards night. Members also took the opportunity to celebrate …

USDA milk production report

PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW YORK — According to United States Department of Agriculture’s milk production reports, milk production in New York during November 2024 totaled 1.30 billion pounds, …

Funding for agricultural BMPs

PIKE COUNTY, PA — The Pike County Conservation District (District) is currently accepting applications for projects through the Agriculture Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP). The district …

4-H Explorers Club plays Santa

HONESDALE, PA — On November 3, 2024, Wayne County 4-H Explorers Club members shopped at the Honesdale Walmart for gifts for children of all ages to donate to kids without any. The club helps at …