Wright Center CMO receives national award 

SCRANTON, PA — The National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) recently presented the 2024 Innovative Research in Primary Care Award to Jignesh Y. Sheth, M.D., the senior vice …
Last chances, new connections

DAMASCUS, PA — The second annual Last Chance Yard Sale will take place at the Damascus Manor Community Center (DMCC) at 60 Conklin Rd. from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 28. …

HOLY COW! HISTORY: The tragedy that produced a high-tech discovery

The U-boat skipper stared through his periscope through the murky September waters of the North Atlantic. He smiled at what he saw. It was the prize every sub in a German Wolf Pack dreamed of …

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The in-between moments

As summer wraps up and we start swapping flip-flops for school shoes, there's a buzz in the air that's hard to miss. The days are still long enough to squeeze in some outdoor fun, but there's a hint …
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Coming up for fall

And just like that, it’s the final week prior to the start of school for the 2024-25 year. The Sullivan West School District has a brand new website, so be sure to check it out for all the …
FOOD
the food out here

Pork belly burnt ends

“I want a snack.” “Let’s make lunch.” Why not both? Given a busy day on the farm, two things go hand in hand: slow-cooking meals that you can set and forget, …
kim’s kitchen

Make these chocolate balloon cups

Dedicated to the memory of Carol M. Simons (12/25/1934-6/26/2024) Regular readers of Kim’s Kitchen probably know that my dad, Jack I. Simons, taught me a great deal about flavor profiles …
Nurses are vital in stroke recovery

NATIONWIDE — Nurses play a key role in helping patients manage emotional and social health challenges, or psychosocial health, after a stroke, and improved screening and assessment for …

Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births

Willa Jean Mountain was born August 14, 2024 to Gracie and Mackenzie Mountain of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Colleen and Alex Bertot of Beach Lake, PA and Jeff and Gracia Gombita of …

Toni McGibbon honored at Garnet Health

MIDDLETOWN, NY — Garnet Health Medical Center recently honored Toni McGibbon, a hospital volunteer with 26 years of service—which makes her the longest-serving volunteer at the hospital. …

Walk With a Doc in September

LAKE ARIEL, PA — Wayne County residents are invited to put on their walking shoes and take a step towards improved health by joining a Walk with a Doc event at Lacawac Sanctuary at 9 a.m. on …

Technology that can improve lives

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Bob Casey (D-PA), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) called on the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to extend Medicare …

Choices Mental Health Counseling added to health plan

NARROWSBURG, NY — Capital District Physicians Health Plan (CDPHP®) has added Thomas Rue of Choices Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) to its provider network. Effective retroactively from June …

Recovery
More to know about opioids

The following are tips and warnings provided by people who use opioids. If you or someone you know/love is a habitual opioid/opiate user—prescription opioids or …

Community living stories
Be an organ donor

PENNSYLVANIA — Donate Life Pennsylvania celebrated its fifth annual PA Donor Day on August 1. The group encourages Pennsylvanians to support organ, eye and tissue donation and to register to be …

Together for Health Dental adds dentist 

HONESDALE, PA — Dental services at Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) now has a roster of eight dentists.  According to dental manager Nichole Yannone, “this is the …

Parkinson’s support group at CCESC

LIBERTY, NY — The next meeting of a support group for people with Parkinson’s disease and their loved ones will be held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11 at Cornell Cooperative …

Artificial intelligence in medical care

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a sci-fi concept, considering that computers interact with humans and have the ability to make independent decisions.  Many of us remember as kids …

Seniors
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NATIONWIDE — Recognizing the need to address the inequities perpetuated by Medicaid Estate Recovery (MER) on marginalized communities, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) has awarded a …
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Sustainability
Cocktails and conservation with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy

COCHECTON, NY — Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy staff for drinks and appetizers at Cochecton Fire Station on Tuesday, July 30 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees will hear from land protection …

Join us on The Hustings

WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The Hustings is a photo essay that chronicles the path to the election in one county in a battleground state. It began on August 28, as visitors stopped by the campaign …

Sullivan’s healthiest fire department to be named

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The Sullivan 180 Healthiest Fire Department Challenge concluded on September 1; winners will be announced at the 95th annual Sullivan County Volunteer Fireman’s …

Sierra Stain recalls tattoo pigments 

NATIONWIDE — Sierra Stain LLC of Carson City, NV is recalling three water-based tattoo pigments, because they are contaminated with high concentrations of microorganisms that could present a …

HHS Class of ‘59 holds 65th reunion 

HONESDALE, PA — Tick Tock’s Restaurant was the setting for the 65th reunion of the Honesdale High School (HHS) Class of 1959 on Wednesday, August 21.  Forty-two people attended; …

Got last year’s Halloween costume? Donate it

FOREST CITY, PA — The Greater Forest City Business Alliance has launched the third annual Halloween costume drive.  Last year over 100 costumes were collected and distributed …

Sullivan retired teachers to meet

HURLEYVILLE, NY — The Sullivan County Retired Teachers’ Association will hold a meeting at 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, September 11 at the Casa Mia, (formerly Frankie and …

Honoring community service in Pike County

HAWLEY, PA — The founder of GAIT Equine Assisted Services, the family behind a historic Milford restaurant and a nonprofit organization that has improved and beautified the streets of Milford …

Molinaro’s record on abortion

Democratic congressional candidate Josh Riley released a new ad highlighting Marc Molinaro’s record as an anti-abortion extremist. “Facts,” which is now running on broadcast, cable, …

Get that cholesterol down

As we age, the word “cholesterol” begins to take more prominence in our lives—and for good reason. A waxy substance in the blood, cholesterol isn’t inherently bad, …

CFOS scholarships make a difference

ORANGE AND SULLIVAN COUNTIES — The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) recently hosted two scholarship receptions at the CVI headquarters in Liberty and SUNY Orange in …

Monticello Elks honor law enforcement

MONTICELLO, NY — Elks Lodge #1544 has recognized eight local law enforcement professionals who were nominated for outstanding service by their respective departments. The honorees include New …

Snyder Fund delivers $91,000 in grants

MILFORD, PA — The Richard L. Snyder Fund at the Greater Pike Community Foundation has awarded $91,000 in grants to 31 area nonprofit organizations working in the arts, civic beautification and …

Sullivan retired teachers to meet

HURLEYVILLE, NY — The Sullivan County Retired Teachers’ Association will hold a meeting at 10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, September 11 at the Casa Mia, (formerly Frankie and Johnie’s). …

Molinaro slams cuts to CDPAP

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Marc Molinaro (R-NY-19) recently called on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to intervene and reverse New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s cuts to …

‘No one leaves empty-handed’

JERMYN, PA — A pallet of food sat near the storage shed at The Wright Center for Community Health—Mid Valley location, delivered that morning by a driver from the Harry & Jeanette …

High-quality stroke care at Garnet Health

NEW YORK STATE — Garnet Health recently earned multiple American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® awards for the hospitals’ work in giving stroke patients access to best …

New marketing manager at Wayne Memorial

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Hospital has welcomed Lindsay Williams, who will serve as marketing manager. She will be responsible for the development and implementation of marketing plans and …

UDC September 10 meeting

NARROWSBURG, NY — The Upper Delaware Council’s (UDC) Project Review Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 10 , at 6:30 p.m. at the UDC office, 211 Bridge Street, to …

Overdose Awareness Day shines light on substance use disorder

NORTHEAST PA — Most of us know someone who has struggled with substance use disorder. For too many people, it’s a battle that ends in tragedy. Clearly we need every possible resource we …

Overdose death is preventable

REGION — Overdose does not discriminate. It could be a loved one, a friend, a colleague or a neighbor. Each day, lives are being changed or lost to overdose.  In recognition of …

A vigil for International Overdose Awareness Day

MONTICELLO, NY — Time to remember. Time to act. The fourth annual International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 29 on the lawn of the Sullivan …

Overdose awareness campaigns save lives

International Overdose Awareness Day, August 31, is the most extensive annual campaign to end overdose. The campaign raises awareness of overdose, which has impacted every community. Too many …

LCSD superintendent advocates for funding in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Liberty Central School District (LCSD) superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan took part in the Legislative Advocacy Conference this summer. During that time, Sullivan, …