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A bus from New York City is pulled up outside the Knights Inn in Liberty on Thursday, May 18, bringing asylum seekers from the city.

Concern for ourselves and others can be concurrent

A few weeks ago, I stood outside the Knights Inn to welcome the asylum seekers to our county. I’ll be honest with you, as human nature has it, even for me—someone who fiercely defends … more

By ADRIENNE JENSEN | 6/7/23

New York’s budget fails to fully support the DRBC

ALBANY, NY — Gov. Kathy Hochul signed the Fiscal Year 2024 budget, which fell short of New York’s commitment to fully fund the Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) at the state’s … more

By THE COALITION FOR THE DELAWARE RIVER WATERSHED | 5/31/23

House GOP plays games with people’s lives

America faces a looming default crisis, and it is very scary. Even though America has always managed to meet its financial obligations, this year we are being pushed to the brink of default that … more

By MARTHA SCOPPA | 5/31/23

Scandalous celebrities

Obviously, in a discussion of any kind, name-calling offers no argument at all. Logic-free, it is perhaps a good indicator of the weakness in the defense of any supposedly earnest rhetorical stance. … more

By JOHN PACE | 5/24/23

It’s time to help our veterans struggling with addiction

Countless veterans across the nation struggle with addiction and mental health disorders. Addiction can develop during their time in the military, or when they have been discharged or retired from … more

By VERONICA RAUSSIN | 5/24/23

Driving over the default cliff

I recently applied for an increase in our credit limit from our credit card company. The representative on the phone said he couldn’t tell me the reason we were denied. (Was the reason too … more

By TOM DENTON | 5/17/23

When we look after each other

People who raise goats have a special connection. My connection with Scott Conley happened in a flash years ago, almost 10 years ago. His farm is in Roscoe ( www.trouttownfarms.com ). He … more

By SONJA HEDLUND | 5/17/23

How my daughter and Aileen Gunther’s office saved my life

In primary season, it’s easy to forget an important reason our elected officials exist—they can help us negotiate the system. Sometimes that help is a matter of life and death. … more

By CHARLES SUNNEKALB | 5/17/23

'Transparency and accountability are fundamental'

WE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL FIRE AND EMS SERVICE. We have family who are police, fire and EMS personnel. Our statements regarding emergency medical services are being misrepresented by … more

By MATTHEW CONTRERAS AND BOB ROCHE | 5/16/23

History, science and Milford’s future collide with the mega-warehouse project

Part one discussed the effect of the Milford Warehouse project on the aquifer. Part two examines the impact of climate change, and what will happen to the community. People are aware of the … more

By VITO DIBIASI | 5/10/23

The crucial importance of duty, trust and respect

The Weiden family has been part of the Tusten community since 1904, and we are the fourth generation to own the family farm outside the hamlet. Beginning with our 2015 acquisition of the former … more

By By BRENDAN P. WEIDEN AND KATHLEEN M. WEIDEN | 5/10/23

The crucial importance of duty, trust and respect

The Weiden family has been part of the Tusten community since 1904, and we are the fourth generation to own the family farm outside the hamlet. Beginning with our 2015 acquisition of the former … more

By BRENDAN P. WEIDEN AND KATHLEEN M. WEIDEN | 5/3/23 | 1 comment

Monticello school district to hold budget vote

At its April 11 regular meeting, the Monticello Central School District (MCSD) Board of Education adopted a proposed budget for the 2023-24 school year. The proposed $97,886,695 spending plan has … more

By COURTNEY BONFANTE | 5/2/23

For Beaver Brook’s sake, abide by the comprehensive plan

Hopefully, you’ve noticed those bright yellow and black sign boards all around town, “Tusten Planning Board: Respect Your Comprehensive Plan!” Maybe you’re wondering what they … more

By JOANNE PENTANGELO | 5/2/23 | 1 comment

History, science and Milford’s future collide with the mega-warehouse project

It started in 1968, when PennDOT and the U.S. Department of Transportation placed the I84/Route 6 interchange directly on top of the Milford Springs aquifer. This road construction caused significant … more

By VITO DIBIASI | 4/26/23

Officers assaulted, injured at Sullivan Correctional Facility, more

Six officers from Sullivan Correctional Facility were treated at a local hospital for injuries that occurred when two inmates attacked them in separate incidents. The assault occurred … more

By JAMES MILLER | 4/26/23

Here comes the sun—and controversy

On a cool but sunny December 13, 2022, scientists made the thrilling—if unexpected—announcement that true nuclear fusion, identical to that which produces the sun’s energy, had been … more

By Mark McLaren | 4/19/23

4/20 party?

Recreational marijuana is legal in New York State, and there are massive 4/20 events and celebrations planned across the state. It has become a big business in many states. As these … more

By JODY BOULAY | 4/19/23

Safety nets and entitlements

While the political right talks about curbing or even eliminating “entitlement” programs, the left describes the vital necessity of a “social safety net” for poor and … more

By JOHN PACE | 4/12/23

Underinvestment drives long-term care crisis

New York State’s long-term care system is in crisis because of continued underinvestment in the state’s nursing homes and an inability to contend with other industries’ competitive … more

By GEORGE GRESHAM, et al. | 4/12/23