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The Governor's Advisory Commission on Women and Governor's Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs were joined by state legislators, local leaders, and childcare advocates to discuss Governor Shapiro's proposed investment of $55 million to support childcare workforce recruitment and retention bonuses.

Shapiro administration visits Honesdale, advocates for child care funding

HONESDALE, PA — On Thursday, May 1, the Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women and Governor’s Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs were joined by state legislators, local leaders … more

5/2/25

Creating a market

Someone recently told me, when complaining about the overreach of federal mandates, most specifically phasing out gas stoves in new construction among other ideas, that these types of changes ought … more

By LAURIE STUART | 5/2/25

Navigation aids float in the Delaware River.

Delaware River reopens near Skinners Falls

UPPER DELAWARE RIVER — The Delaware River was closed on April 7, 2025, between Damascus and the Skinners Falls Bridge as part of the project to remove the bridge. The river is now reopened with … more

5/2/25

Do you always feel like somebody's watching you?

Honesdale is watching: New parking app, cameras to come

HONESDALE, PA — The days of needing to dig through one's pockets for spare quarters to satisfy the parking meter may soon be coming to an end, as Honesdale Borough plans to implement the … more

By LIAM MAYO | 5/2/25

Resorts World Catskills holding Cinco De Mayo celebration

MONTICELLO — Resorts World Catskills (RWC) today released its events and promotions schedule for May 2025, including a chance to take home a brand-new 2025 Corvette Stingray on Saturday, … more

5/1/25

Costly cyber charter tuition is consuming tens of millions of new state dollars for poor Pa. schools

When underfunded Pa. school districts got extra money last year, dozens put it toward charter school burdens that one district called "ridiculous." more

By KATE HUANGPU of SPOTLIGHT PA | 5/1/25

SUNY Sullivan presents 32nd annual SpringFest: now moving indoors

LOCH SHELDRAKE, N.Y. — SUNY Sullivan isn't letting a little rain get in the way of all of its SpringFest! The community is invited to visit campus this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a … more

4/30/25

Net-winged beetles are named for the ridges of their forewings (elytra). This one was seen just before Easter, and its brilliant color made it stand out when it landed on the road in front of me. Adults are about 2 centimeters long. The color is a form of protection, as the net-winged beetle has chemicals in the pyrazine family, which makes it taste unpleasant to predators. The beetles are active from late spring to mid-summer. Other species of net-winged beetles are banded or have other marks on their elytra.

Another spring flight

This spring, there have been a lot of signs of life around, either seen or heard. People have been noting the time of specific events—for example, when they hear the first spring peeper. … more

By SCOTT RANDO | 4/30/25

Frog frolicking, pond paddling and more at PEEC

DINGMANS FERRY, PA — The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) has announced the following entertaining and educational events: Bird Bonanza on Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to noon. $5 … more

4/30/25

A nice East Branch Brown, landed and released during Hendrickson time.

Hendricksons on the East Branch

When it comes to fly hatches, no aquatic insect receives more attention then the Hendrickson/red quill hatch.There is a reason for all the excitement associated with this mayfly. Although Hendrickson … more

By TONY BONAVIST | 4/30/25

That Dog Named Gidget is pouting because The Delaware Company's Debra and John Conway told her that their fantastic fundraising party, dubbed "The British are Coming," had nothing to do with her birthday.

Have a ______ day!

That’s right, boys and girls—it’s fill-in-the-blank day. Some are good, some are bad and some are just plain blah—but truth be told, the blahs are few and far between. This … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 4/30/25

Catskill Art Space hosts Kramm, Schwartzberg and Silas

LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — Catskill Art Space (CAS) will present an exhibition of work by Wade Kramm, Howard Schwartzberg and Susan Silas. The exhibition opens on Saturday, May 3, with an artist … more

4/30/25

On Saturday, May 10, 25 Marie Zimmermann art pieces will be revealed at the artists' mansion.

Much to be revealed at Marie Zimmermann mansion

DINGMANS FERRY, PA — The Friends of Marie Zimmermann recently announced the acquisition of 25 original Zimmermann art works on loan from the Zimmermann family estate. The community is … more

4/30/25

The 142nd PVI Co. G reenacting group has been honoring Civil War soldiers since 1991.

Pike County Historical Society to host Civil War encampment

MILFORD, PA — Friends from Company G of the 142nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry will once again set up camp on Pike County Historical Society grounds at 608 Broad St., and share their … more

4/30/25

An evening with Vince Gill at the F.M. Kirby Center

WILKES-BARRE, PA — Vince Gill, a 22-time Grammy winner and highly acclaimed musician, songwriter, vocalist and producer, announced recently he will embark on a 30-plus-city summer tour, … more

4/30/25

Fig tree program announced

MONTICELLO, NY — The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library will host “Fig Tree Guy,” an informative program where attendees will learn about the fascinating history of figs and how … more

4/30/25

Andrew Serra will read from his book “Hell’s Hundred Acres” on Tuesday, May 6.

Serra discusses ‘Hell’s Hundred Acres’

MONTICELLO, NY — The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library invites the community to a special reading and book signing event with author Andrew Serra, featuring his historical novel … more

4/30/25

Bizzy Coy is a Sullivan County resident and author whose work has appeared in The New Yorker, Vulture and The Belladonna.

Library holds First Friday open mics

CALLICOON, NY — Open Mic First Fridays is back at the Western Sullivan Public Library. The next will be held Friday, May 2 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Delaware Free Branch on 45 Lower Main St. … more

4/30/25

A postcard show the Katz Underwear Company. The Wayne County Historical Society will host an exhibit tracing the factory's history beginning Saturday, May 3.

Spring open house to be held at WCHS

HONESDALE, PA — On Saturday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Wayne County Historical Society’s main museum will host the 2025 Spring Open House. The public is invited, and there is no … more

4/30/25

The chamber ensemble of singers, piano, flute and cello will perform an updated music program about animals, from madrigals to rock ’n roll.

Port Jervis Consort presents ‘Music in the Barn’ encore

MONTAGUE, NJ — Back by popular demand, the Port Jervis Consort will present an encore performance of Music in the Barn at the Tamerlaine Sanctuary and Preserve, 141 Clove Rd. in Montague, on … more

4/30/25

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