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NYC moves to phase one, call for contact tracers and more

Lawsuit filed over Sullivan jail MONTICELLO, NY — The New York Civil Liberties (NYCLU) Union on May 29 filed a lawsuit to get four inmates released who, according to the lawsuit, are … more

6/2/20

Will summer camps open in NY?

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Gov. Cuomo said on May 22 that he would not be willing to send his children to day camp this year, and he wouldn’t expect others to do so, but he did not say whether … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 5/26/20

Acting DA to form prison task force

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Acting District Attorney Meagan K. Galligan announced on May 12 the formation of the Sullivan County Detention Facility Protection Task Force. It’s mission will be … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 5/19/20

It takes a veteran to really understand a vet, and John Crotty, Director of the Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency, is no exception to that rule.

Homeless in the land of plenty

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — “A lot of people come to us, either as their first resort or their last resort,” said John Crotty, head of the county’s veterans service agency that … more

By TED WADDELL | 5/19/20

Cannabis and coronavirus

No one can deny that this coronavirus has dramatically changed our world. Within three short weeks, schools, parks and public spaces along with many companies and stores all closed. Common outdoor … more

By NICOLE RICCI AND ANDREW M. ROSNER | 5/13/20

The Delaware River Watershed boundaries will be delineated by signs like this one in Delaware County.

Signs of the river

REGION – Not even everyone’s favorite digital go-to person, Alexa, can tell you where the boundaries of the Delaware River Watershed lie. The same is true for that other digital … more

By LINDA DROLLINGER | 5/12/20

'Sullivan travesty' and more

Letters to the editor April 30 to May 6 more

4/29/20

Cuomo unveils plan to re-open New York

ALBANY, NY— Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo outlined a phased plan to re-open New York and re-imagine a new normal for the state starting with construction and … more

4/28/20

More COVID-19 at Sullivan nursing home

LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan County officials announced on April 17 that there were 41 new cases of COVID-19 in the Care Center at Sunset Lake. That brings the total to 47 cases. “This is … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 4/21/20

Governor Andrew Cuomo delivers his daily Press Briefing during COVID-19, Coronavirus pandemic (Darren McGee- Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo)

Cuomo says all New Yorkers must wear face mask in public

NEW YORK — Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced he will issue an executive order requiring all people in New York to wear a mask or a face covering when out in public and … more

4/15/20

Commission says Judge McGuire should be removed from bench

MONTICELLO, NY — While the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct (SCJC) has determined that Michael F. McGuire, a Family Court and Supreme County Judge, should be removed from office … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 4/1/20

Coming here to escape COVID-19?

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Hospital has issued an urgent public health message asking "anyone coming from an area significantly affected by COVID-19, such as New York City, … more

3/25/20

Sullivan now has 35 confirmed cases of COVID-19

MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County on March 24 confirmed that there are now 35 confirmed cases if COVID-19 in the county. more

3/23/20

Cuomo shuts down New York State

Taking what he called the most drastic step available to him to slow the spread of novel coronavirus, Governor Andrew Cuomo on Fiday announced an executive order compelling 100 percent of … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 3/20/20

Hankins School, 1912. Outhouses not shown.

No plumbing, no funding

In 1919, the New York State Education Department lowered the boom. Funding was cut for the Hankins and Fremont Center School Districts and would not be reinstated until they updated the schools … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 3/4/20

Occupational Therapist Sarah Merrick and CCI-trained facility dog Leland have teamed up to help make a difference at The Center for Discovery in Harris, NY

Hello, my name is Leland

HARRIS, NY — The Center for Discovery®, designated as a Center of Excellence by the New York State Department of Health, is a major research and specialty center that offers residential, … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 1/29/20

Family works for bullying law change

ELDRED, NY — After Anthony Motta Jr. and his family settled their lawsuit against Eldred Central School District last fall, bullying is still going on, and the district is not taking adequate … more

ANYA TIKKA | 1/23/20

Are plastic bags really going away?

According to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), “Across New York, residents use 23 billion single-use plastic carryout bags annually. Each bag is only used for … more

1/15/20

Nearly $10 million for conservation projects

TRENTON, NJ — When Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act on December 20, lawmakers also approved funding for a lot of non-military programs, including $9.7 million for the … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 12/31/19

New York reaches record number of private sector employees

ALBANY, NY — In November 2019, the number of private sector jobs in New York State grew by 15,300, or 0.2 percent, to 8,327,800, a new, all-time high, according to preliminary figures released … more

12/23/19

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