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Hard-working members of Sullivan 180 take their bows. From left, Amanda Langseder, executive director; Elise Yamen, admintrative sssistant: Tuwanda Martin, health equity outreach coordinator; Lindsay Wheat, outreach coordinator; Samantha Mango, marketing & communications nanager; Cortney Larson, healthier generation coordinator and Meaghan Mullally-Gorr, director of health & wellness.

BETHEL, NY — On the evening of Tuesday, June 7, the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts event gallery hosted Sullivan 180’s Empowering … more

By AMANDA MCCORMICK | 6/15/22

STNGR AR-15 Free Float Handguard HWK, a free float handguard/rail for an AR-15.

Pennsylvania legislature considers gun-control legislation, and more

McGraw elected to lead state health association ALBANY, NY — The New York State Association of County Health Officials, which serves as the voice for New York State’s local health … more

6/14/22

Critical care

THOMPSON, NY — The fate of Sullivan County’s only coronary care unit has been decided after weeks of deliberation and dispute. Garnet Health, a nonprofit hospital that provides providing … more

By LIAM MAYO | 6/14/22

Wayne County Dairy Princess Elektra Kehagias and Dairy Miss Zoey Tyler welcomed Adelin Hendrickson, the first baby born in June, National Dairy Month. Pictured are Kevin Hendrickson, left; Zoey Tyler; Katelin Dennis, holding Adelin; and Elektra Kehagias...

First baby in June, VetStock marks 10 years and more

VetStock celebrates 10 years PIKE COUNTY, PA — It’s been a decade since VetStock first began its mission to empower, enrich and improve the lives of veterans and their … more

6/8/22

Pike commissioners to state: Fund mental health care

MILFORD, PA ― The Pike County Commissioners voted on May 11 to request funding from the state for community-based mental health services. “Our system collectively has been stretched … more

6/2/22

Traveling internationally is an amazing experience. Just make sure you've taken all the medical precautions before you go.

Preparing for international travel

The previous installment provided information about common travel-related diseases. This article will help you prepare for your trip. Here are some initial steps to follow. Consult with your … more

By JAMES D. LOMAX | 6/2/22

“My story of survival began at Wayne Memorial,” said Phil Dux. He's a stroke survivor and credits care at Wayne Memorial and the stroke support group with his quality of life today.

Help available after a stroke, and more

After a stroke, help is available HONESDALE, PA — Phil Dux, 62, survived a hemorrhagic stroke in 2013, even after a week in a medically induced coma. But the Hawley resident found recovery … more

5/28/22

Sullivan health still ranked 61 out of 62

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — According to the latest county health rankings by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RJF) report, Sullivan County remains 61st out of 62 New York counties in overall … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/25/22

Josephine Amato and Tyler Powley will dance the roles of Princess Aurora and Prince Désiré in a performance of “The Sleeping Beauty” on Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m.

The Civil War, plays, musicals and pond fish

Living history, music, exhibits at Civil War encampment MILFORD, PA — The Columns Museum will host the 11th annual Civil War encampment from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 21. This year, … more

5/11/22

SUNY Sullivan's Kite Festival is back. Everyone is invited to a free event resplendent with kites, food and family fun.

Go fly a kite and more

Go fly a kite at SUNY Sullivan LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — It’s been 30 years of kite-related fun. And after a pandemic-related hiatus, the Kite Festival is back.This year, the … more

5/5/22

There's a new bench at Wayne Memorial, courtesy of the Odd Fellows. Sitting: Nadine Hagger, left; Jessica Kilmer. Standing: Mike Kinzinger, left; Tim Huber; Andrew Kilmer; Doug Buchinski; Jim Pettinato; Paul Lautenschlager; James Lautenschlager and Dennis Buchinski...

Tell Sullivan County about your health and more

Sullivan folks: talk about your health SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — How are you doing, health-wise?Sullivan County Public Health is conducting a community health survey from now through May, and … more

5/4/22

Make mental health a priority in May

If you’re like me, you cherish pretty much everything about springtime, from the warmer temperatures to the abundant outdoor activities and rebirth of the flowers and trees. Of course, that … more

By SANJAY CHADRAGIRI, M.D. | 5/3/22

Teamster members (in black) showing up to advocate for fair pay before the Sullivan County Legislature.

Fair and just pay

MONTICELLO, NY — The April 21 full board meeting of the Sullivan County Legislature opened with communications director Dan Hust reading off a statement against hate, a statement on behalf of … more

By LIAM MAYO | 4/26/22

A photo show at Bear Mountain Inn, curated by the Ten Mile River Scout Museum, featured images from the Kanohwahke Scout camps at Bear Mountain State Park. New York City Scouts attended summer camp there before Ten Mile River opened in 1928...

Scout museum hosts photo show and more

Scout museum hosts photo show BEAR MOUNTAIN, NY — Before Narrowsburg’s famed Ten Mile River Scout camp opened, there were the Kanohwahke Scout camps. Nearly 75 people at the Bear … more

4/20/22

Crazy times demand smart stress reduction

Crazy times demand smart stress reduction Given recent events—the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, escalating inflation and gas prices—it’s safe to say … more

By SANJAY CHANDRAGIRI, M.D. | 4/19/22

Spring has sprung: It’s time to quit smoking

EVERYWHERE — As we look forward to the spring season, many of our New Year’s resolutions have come and gone. Studies confirm these resolutions often fail after a few weeks, yet the spring … more

4/6/22

Wayne Memorial looking for new site in Carbondale and more

Wayne Memorial looking for new site in Carbondale HONESDALE, PA — Starting Monday, April 4, Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Carbondale lab and radiology services, plus the primary care … more

4/6/22

Enforcing adequate care

ALBANY, NY — “These past two years have been heck on all of us,” said Julie Martinez, an LPN at Dunkirk Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Dunkirk. “Your aides are crying … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 4/5/22

Students from the Homestead School and their families were in attendance at a rally in support of Ukraine.

Supply drive for Ukraine and more

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3/29/22

Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther, at podium, joined by Senator Mike Martucci at a press conference held to advocate for the Department of Health regional office to stay in Monticello.

Hope for Monticello’s DoH office

ALBANY, NY — On March 14, the New York State Senate and Assembly each passed their separate budget proposals for 2022-23. These one-house proposals, together with the executive budget … more

By LIAM MAYO | 3/23/22

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