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Pictured are teacher Barbara Bitjeman, back left, Kiwanian and EPIC program manager Jane Sorensen, George L. Cooke Elementary School Principal Virginia Gallet and second-grade students proudly displaying chapter books.

Second-graders receive books from Monticello Kiwanis Club, and more

WMCHC moves COVID vaccine administration from public clinics to offices HONESDALE, PA — After administering more than 31,000 COVID-19 vaccines over the past six months, Wayne Memorial … more

6/23/21

Pictured are Chandra Roberts, RN/inpatient services, left; Lisa Grecco, RN/home health and hospice; Jim Pettinato, RN-HP, MHS/director patient care services; Ashley Bantell, RN/staff development; Michele Churney, RN, MS/outpatient services; and Mary Beth Dastalfo, RN/New Beginnings co-coordinator.

Grants galore and more!

WMCHC celebrates nurses week HONESDALE, PA — May 6 through 12 marks Nurses Week each year. Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) and Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) has released a … more

5/13/21

Lackawanna College Environmental Education Center summer day camp registration open and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and community May 6 to 12 more

5/5/21

We aren’t healthy: What’s contributing to Sullivan’s lower rankings?

REGION — If the answers were easy, the county’s health ranking would be raised. To figure out why Sullivan County is 61 out of 62 counties in low health outcomes, we looked at a buffet … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 4/28/21

"It's funny, but I'm never sure how to refer to her in professional settings," Grace Johansen Memorial Foundation Founder and President Leif K. Johansen says of this photo. "Grace sounds more proper, but she'll always be Gram to me."

The Grace Johansen Memorial Foundation

“Grace Johansen was born and raised in Narrowsburg, New York, on the banks of the Delaware River. She dedicated her life to volunteerism and community service, helping to found the Narrowsburg … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 4/28/21

Seated are farm bureau president Tim Jaggars, left, and women's leadership chair Bonnie LaTourette. Standing are Kristina Russo of the Newfoundland Public Library, left, Lynn Scramuzza of the Hamlin Community Library, Lauren Jensen of the Northern Wayne Community Library and Tracy Schwarz of the Wayne County Public Library.

Thomspon announces Spring Cleanup, Wayne County Community Foundation focuses on recovery and more

DRBC announces start of basin-wide reservoir storage study DELAWARE RIVER — The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) announced the start of a basin-wide study to explore the … more

4/22/21

‘Dismal’

MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County’s back down to #61. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation recently released the new health rankings from the County Health Rankings and Roadmaps program. … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 4/21/21

This photograph, taken in the late 1920s or early 1930s, shows participants in the Tuskeggee study in Tuskegee, Alabama...The Tuskegee Syphilis Study, carried out in Macon County, Alabama, from 1932 to 1972, is an example of medical research gone wrong. The United States Public Health Service, in trying to learn more about syphilis and justify treatment programs for blacks, withheld adequate treatment from a group of poor black men who had the disease, causing needless pain and suffering for the men and their loved ones. In the wake of the Tuskegee Study and other studies, the federal government took a closer look at research involving human subjects and made changes to prevent the moral breaches that occurred in Tuskegee from happening again.

Restored trust in government is key to vaccinating communities of color

A recent Kaiser Family Foundation poll showed that half of Black Americans will not take a COVID-19 vaccine. Even some Black doctors and health care workers have refused the vaccine, citing safety … more

By ANTONIO DELGADO | 2/24/21

Medical Director of Lake Region Urgent Care Richard Hacker, left, and certified registered nurse practitioner Chelsea LaTourette prepare to consult with patients via telemedicine visits.

Telehealth at Lake Region Urgent Care, Hilights gets grant and more

What's going on in your community December 24-30 more

12/23/20

For locals and visitors alike, the “walkability” of Honedale’s Main Street is one of the prized attributes of the downtown experience.

Honesdale for the holidays

HONESDALE, PA — Every few years or so, the Borough of Honesdale—a quaint valley town, somewhat inconspicuous under the shadow of the Pocono and Catskill Mountains—gets a bit of … more

By OWEN WALSH | 12/2/20

Pictured are MEL Past Exalted Ruler and Lodge Chaplain Bob Linzer, left, Homeless Federation Program Administrator Kathy Kreiter, MEL National Foundation Chair Ryan Walker, current MEL Exalted Ruler and Past District Deputy Jim Sheerer and MEL Past Exalted Ruler and Leading Knight Mike Brennan.

National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and more

National Distracted Driving Awareness Month NEW YORK — For the second consecutive year, NYSEG and AAA New York State are partnering together during National Distracted Driving Awareness … more

11/6/20

Pictured are Village of Woodridge Mayor Joan Collins, left, Center for Discovery Vice President Richard Humleker, State Sen. Jen Metzger, Fallsburg Town Supervisor Steve Vegliante, County Legislator Luis Alvarez and Sullivan Renaissance Executive Director Denise Frangipane.

Libraries receive funding, expand access and more

Wayne County Community Foundation adds Sarah Draidfort to Board of Directors The Wayne County Community Foundation has welcomed Sarah Draidfort to their board of directors. Sarah obtained … more

10/23/20

Once the last leaves have been blown away…

7 Tips for Readying Your Outdoor Power Equipment for Winter Storage Prep Equipment for Season Changes, Save Time and Future Headaches

(NAPSI)—After your lawn gets its last cut before winter, it will be time to put away spring and summer outdoor power equipment, like lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and trimmers. What’s next? Snow … more

10/9/20

Metzger visits the care center for staff appreciation.

Social distance learning for students with hearing loss and more

‘Neighbors Helping Neighbors’ WAYNE COUNTY, PA — Classrooms at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children will undergo many changes: they’ll be larger to … more

9/16/20

With Dyberry Creek flowing into the Lackawaxen River, Honesdale has found itself susceptible to severe flooding over the years.

New flood data shows greater risk

REGION — Flood risk throughout the U.S. might be substantially higher than estimated by the federal government, based on new data published by a nonprofit research group. Its report, … more

By OWEN WALSH | 9/8/20

Rabies clinic, COVID-19 relief and more

Rabies clinic LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan County Public Health Services is sponsoring a free rabies clinic at the Town of Liberty’s Hanofee Park on Thursday, August 27. Between 4 and … more

8/26/20

Ann Turano, a resident of Wayne Woodlands Manor, enjoys “Popcorn & Non-alcohol-Margarita Day” at the facility with activities aide Debbie Bishop.

Wayne nursing stays COVID-19 free, relief fund and more

What's going on in your community July 16 to July 22 more

7/15/20

Civil Air Patrol Cadets worked with Action Toward Independence of Monticello and Ulster County Community Action Committee to help distribute food to those in need.

Civil Air Patrol helps distribute food, community scholarships and more

Recipients announced for Delaware Highlands Conservancy scholarships HAWLEY, PA AND BETHEL, NY — The Delaware Highlands Conservancy has awarded its annual “Delaware Highlands … more

7/2/20

Laura Moran, left, and Tannis Kowalchuk distribute boxes filled with grocery essentials and fresh produce to their neighbors.

Willow Wisp, Cooperage continue food drive efforts

HONESDALE, PA — When the Wayne County Emergency Food Relief Fund completed its final distribution day in May, Tannis Kowalchuk wasn’t ready to stop. The local government’s goal with … more

6/24/20

The County Health Rankings are based on a model of community health that emphasizes the many factors that influence how long and how well we live. The Rankings use more than 30 measures that help communities understand how healthy their residents are today (health outcomes) and what will impact their health in the future (health factors).

Sullivan improves national health ranking

LIBERTY, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Services is pleased to announce that the County improved its overall level in the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s County Health Rankings and … more

6/10/20

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