In past eons, the purpose and rationale for war have, for the most part, been obvious and clear. In a world primarily dominated by scarcity, “other people” (tribes, etc.) sometimes had what you and presumably your people wanted and likely needed, so you took it all by force and celebrated the conquest as the spoils of war. The conquest included not only mass murder, but a large-scale dose of raping, looting and pillaging those you had defeated.  more

Everyone has their own love language, whether they know it or not.  more

This year, beautification on Main Street in Callicoon was sponsored by the Callicoon Kiwanis, which contributes thousands of dollars for the youth in our area.  more

BETHEL, NY — The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (SCVA) announced that award winners for 2022 have been selected and will be honored at its annual meeting and holiday party at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 7 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.  more

I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving with family and friends. We are looking forward to kicking off the holiday season with many events and festivities locally.  more

Herbert Bauernfeind Herbert Bauernfeind of the Beechwoods in Callicoon, NY, passed away November 21, 2022. The funeral service was held November 29 at Grace Church in Callicoon. Jean … more

HONESDALE, PA — What makes a great musician or a great person?  Talent, of course. But talent alone doesn’t make you great. It’s about dedication and hard work, becoming the … more

If you are along the river or a lake, you might notice some small ducks on the water. If they are close enough, or if you have binoculars, you will notice a lot of black-and-white bodies. Their small, chunky bodies are smaller than that of a mallard, and only about one pound in weight. This is the season of the buffleheads. more

Sometime in 1978, I received a call from Ed VanPut, letting me know that the Wulffs, Joan and Lee, had purchased the old Doubleday property on the upper Beaver Kill, where they planned to open a fly-fishing school. more

LAKE HUNTINGTON, NY — “The girls’ varsity soccer program had a very successful season,” said Megan Brockner, coach of Sullivan West’s girls’ booters, when asked how the 2022 season went. more

Making recovery his business OLYPHANT, PA — Earning money came easily for Jason McConnell. From the time he was a teen, he pulled in hundreds of dollars per night at area hotspots as a … more

The coming months promise to be difficult for many of us when it comes to trying to stay healthy. A number of conditions occur in higher frequencies during the winter period. (See sidebar, page … more

A raffle from the SCDW SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY — The annual raffle at the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (SCDW) has returned. During the month of January 2023 there will be a drawing … more

BARRYVILLE, NY — Now, years later, visitors to the Minisink Battleground park can actually learn what those mysterious trail markers stand for. The Delaware Company is marking its 10th … more

Little by little, inch by inch, the world is kinda, sorta returning to normal. I have no plans to use this column as a platform to preach, and what you choose to do is absolutely your business, … more

Brian Owsinski, 26, of Fallsburg, was sentenced on November 30  before County Court Judge Jim Farrell to life in prison with no possibility of parole for at least 20 years on his conviction for Murder in the Second Degree. more

“What brings you joy?” This question came up during a recent trip. It is not a matter that most of us dwell upon as we go about our daily routines. Or perhaps I should say that most … more

LIBERTY, NY — “What I hear from the public,” said Giselle Steketee, “is that they are afraid of the process.” Steketee is the deputy commissioner of the Sullivan … more

MONTICELLO, NY — The recent past and the soon-to-be-future may look very different for Sullivan County’s economy. The local consequences of COVID-19 proved favorable to Sullivan County, … more

LAKE HUNTINGTON, NY — Long-time Sullivan West social studies teacher Ron Bauer has decided to close the classroom door, stepping down from his role after more than 55 years in the position. … more