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From the Upper Delaware River High Definition Stream Survey (HDSS) webinar presented by Trutta Environmental Solutions.

DAMASCUS, PA — The Delaware River is the longest undammed river in the eastern United States. The section of river closest to us that we all know and enjoy is called the Upper Delaware River, … more

By JAMIE FALGIE | 4/2/24

A property owner's representative before the Town of Highland Planning Board on March 27.

Highland to enforce overlooked short-term rental rule

ELDRED, NY — Does the property owner live on-site? If not, they must get a special use permit before renting out a house in the Town of Highland. The town added this step in the approval … more

By RUBY RAYNER-HASELKORN | 4/2/24

Seated: Karen Saunders from the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute holds the commissioners' proclamation on colorectal cancer; standing (from left): Wayne County Commissioners Jocelyn Cramer, vice chair; Brian Smith, chair; and James Shook.

Wayne commissioners cite shocking NEPA colon cancer statistics

HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Commissioners stressed the significance of early colon cancer screenings by stating some alarming statistics: Incidence and mortality rates are up to … more

By JAMIE FALGIE | 4/1/24 | 1 comment

The March 21 Sullivan West school board meeting.

Sullivan West gets serious about safety

JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — Sullivan West is beefing up its security in response to a recent threat against the school, an assault inside the school, and an environment that led school board member … more

By NICK ROES | 3/31/24

Lake Superior State Park in the Town of Bethel.

NY veterans and Gold Star families can now visit state parks for free

ALBANY, NY — Beginning April 1, New York State veterans and Gold Star families will have free access to state parks through the expanded Lifetime Liberty Pass Program. A disability rating is no … more

3/31/24

Supporters of legalizing cannabis for adult-use rally outside the state Capitol in Harrisburg on June 27, 2023.

What to know about gov.'s pitch to legalize marijuana

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. … more

3/30/24

Comptroller: Mental health crisis escalating

ALBANY, NY — New York’s mental health crisis has escalated, according to a report released on March 27 by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. More than 3.2 million adults in New … more

3/30/24

Summer camp operators at the March 20 public hearing on vaccine requirements.

No vaccines required for summer camp staff

MONTICELLO, NY — All summer campers in Sullivan County must show they are vaccinated against three highly contagious diseases, according to a new public health order. But the adults … more

By RUBY RAYNER-HASELKORN | 3/28/24

Members of the watershed coalition visit the D.C. office of U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright (D-8).

Coalition demands greater watershed protection

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Clean water advocates from more than 180 organizations in four states recently lobbied Congress for more money to protect and restore the rivers, streams and tributaries … more

3/27/24

The Sunset Care LLC meets, with legislator Matt McPhillips (D-1) (pictured far left); legislator Cat Scott (D-5); David Schneyer, vice chair of the LLC; and Elwin Wood, chair of the LLC.

Legislators urge state to transfer care center to private owner

MONTICELLO, NY — The afflictions undermining long-term care facilities across the country—privatization, staffing shortages, dwindling subsidies—are also causing a crisis for … more

By RUBY RAYNER-HASELKORN | 3/27/24

Head Start to return in early April. Maybe.

MONTICELLO, NY — Head Start is returning to Sullivan County in early April. But this date is subject to change. That’s the latest word from U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19). … more

By PAMELA CHERGOTIS | 3/25/24

Alternative energy is getting an update in Damascus

DAMASCUS TOWNSHIP, PA — Damascus Township is updating its zoning that regulates alternate energy development, such as solar farms, windmills, and geothermal systems. The township … more

By MARK CASNER | 3/24/24

The Tusten Multi-Generational Park, where the pavilion would be built.

Tusten continues to move forward on pavilion

TUSTEN, NY — The pavilion proposed for Tusten Multi-Generational Park continues to move forward amid strong opinions both for and against the project. The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) … more

By RUBY RAYNOR-HASELKORN | 3/23/24

Cadence Giersbach, from Cochecton, NY, examines "Anxious Nature" at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance's Alliance Gallery. The exhibition features paper pulp sculptures inspired by the vibrant colors of spring.

Spring is beautiful

REGION — By the time you’re reading this, spring will have sprung. What follows is a roundup of arts and leisure events happening this weekend (there are a lot!) and—to … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 3/20/24

Callicoon well replacement continues

TOWN OF DELAWARE, NY — The Delaware town board convened on March 13 to update the community on the ongoing well replacement in Callicoon. Seeking to address ongoing turbidity issues, the … more

By KEVIN MAHER | 3/19/24

The Highland town board at its March meeting.

Highland board members agree to mediation services to cool hostilities

HIGHLAND, NY — Highland supervisor John Pizzolato offered town board members a path out of their hostile stand-off. At the March town board meeting, he suggested using the Dispute … more

By RUBY RAYNER-HASELKORN | 3/18/24

‘They don’t know where to go’

MONTICELLO, NY — Last year, the New York State Division of Human Rights awarded nearly $7 million to more than 1,000 victims of discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodation … more

By RUBY RAYNER-HASELKORN | 3/17/24

Jury convicts man claiming low blood sugar caused fatal crash

HONESDALE, PA — After a three-day trial, a jury convicted James Gerrity, 62, for causing a fatal crash in Texas Township, announced Wayne County District Attorney A.G. Howell on March 16. … more

3/16/24

The athletic field at Eldred Central School.

Artificial turf to replace game-canceling sod at ECS

School is near decision after years of discussion By NICK ROES ELDRED, NY — The Eldred Central School District is moving … more

By NICK ROES | 3/16/24

Main Street in Honesdale, part of the PA Route 6 Heritage Corridor.

Does your Route 6 business need a facelift?

PIKE AND WAYNE COUNTIES, PA — Does your business lack curb appeal? If it fronts Route 6 in Pennsylvania, you may be eligible for a $5,000 grant to spruce up your building’s facade. … more

3/15/24

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