Joe always spoke of the happy days growing up around St. George’s in NYC with his sister, Olga.  more

Raymond H. Crumbley, 62, a longtime resident of Narrowsburg, NY, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at home, with his family by his side. Ray was the son of the late William and Jaqueline (Fitzgerald) Crumbley. He was born March 17, 1960 in Brooklyn, NY.  Ray was retired from Roto Rooter/Lang Enviroventure Industries. more

William “Billy” Noel Duff, 61, of Hawley, PA, passed away January 15, 2023 at home. Billy was born December 23, 1961. more

As a child, my one consuming fear was a tsunami. I don’t know when I first heard of the huge tidal wave that could decimate an entire island, but it still has the same effect on me when I think of it. My chest draws in and my breath gets short. I can see it make a tide pool of the beach, disappearing the waves until an unimaginably huge wave starts rising up from a half-mile out to sea and grows larger, as large as a 10-story building, until it crashes over me and everything. more

Where does your water come from? more

Don’t believe everything you hear. more

How can humanity ensure a brighter future? I know for a portion of the older generations, the answer is filed under “Not my problem.” But as someone hoping to be part of this eventuality, I am slightly more concerned. Sullivan 180, usually associated with improving the county’s health, recently held an MLK Day of Service Youth Summit to try and strengthen the future of our community by supporting and empowering teenagers. more

 Lorenzo Wilson, 34, was sentenced to 15 years’ incarceration in State Prison upon his convictions for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree, a Class A-I Felony, and Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, a Class C violent felony. more

ONLINE — In honor of Black History Month, the Alzheimer’s Association will offer a free live webinar, “Alzheimer’s & Dementia Conversations: Changing the Face of … more

I’m often asked how I got into making cakes and competing on TV. The short answer is that, back in about 2010, I was watching a cake show and thought, “I can do that!” I abused … more

I’ve had meatloaf for many of my birthdays over the years. When I was a kid, it was one of the best things my mom made me, thus it was requested several times. When I got older and got hitched … more

Over the years, I have picked up and adhere to some worthwhile cooking tips. I’ve already admonished those who refrigerate tomatoes, which strips them of flavor and makes the texture mealy, so … more

No, it’s not a punk band from the eighties—it’s this week’s theme. In fact, I’m all thumbs today, but that’s because I’m down one and learning a valuable … more

Forestburgh Playhouse to hold auditions LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse will hold auditions for its 2023 season on Sunday, February 12 at the Seelig Theater Auditorium at SUNY … more

LIBERTY, NY — How do you build a community? For a zero-waste project that’s coming together in the Catskills, community goes hand-in-hand with food. The Cornell Cooperative … more

To me, participating in meetings on the local level is critical to protecting the environment, and improving our way of life.  more

After being away for eight years, it’s beyond wonderful to be back in our beautiful river valley, with all the pleasures and challenges of rural life. It is also wonderful to be rejoining the Upper Delaware Community Network. In saying that, I urge any reader who has not joined to consider doing so. more

Amidst an ongoing and worsening mental health crisis in New York State, Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken action that will deeply impact the availability of affordable mental health services for constituents across the state.   more

“Not now,” I scolded my intestines. “Bad timing.” more

PIKE COUNTY, PA — Calling all crazy cat ladies—and men! PAWS of the Hudson Valley/Pike County, an animal rescue group, is looking for people in the Matamoras/Milford/Shohola/Dingmans Ferry area to help with its Trap/Neuter/Release program. Help control the local cat population and stop the spread of disease. more