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Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) today announced that 1,260 measles cases have been confirmed across 43 counties in Pennsylvania so far in 2026 . DOH continues to …

The legislature didn’t act on skill games by the Pa. Supreme Court’s deadline. What happens now?

Top lawmakers said they wanted to act before the court-imposed deadline but didn’t, leading some members to mount a last-ditch legal effort.

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Sullivan proposes 27.67% property tax increase in 2027 budget

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MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County Manager Joshua A. Potosek on October 16 presented a 2027 Tentative Sullivan County Budget to the …
U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan (left) and Democratic candidate Paige Cognetti

Where Bresnahan, Cognetti stand on campaign finance reform, anti-corruption policies

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The candidates in Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District both favor stock trading bans and term limits for members of Congress.
Clinton Township interim supervisor Ken Coles said during the October 14 meeting that the fees for the upcoming legal battle are "unknown" and that the township would be open to considering a potential temporary tax hike to pay for special counsel.

Clinton Township to face legal battle with data center developer

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CLINTON TOWNSHIP, PA — After rejecting Linde Corp’s $6 billion proposed data center campus a little over a month ago, Clinton …
Benedictine Sister Anne McCarthy rifles through demonstration signs in Erie on Monday, March 30, 2026. (Joed Viera for Spotlight PA)

Where Garrity, Shapiro stand on ICE detention and other immigration issues

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Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds …
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Pennsylvania voters reminded of on-demand mail ballot voting option for midterm election

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HARISBURG, PA — Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt discussed on-demand mail ballot voting today at his sixth weekly virtual …
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Tusten clears path for higher budget

Wednesday, October 14
TOWN OF TUSTEN, NY — A proposed local law giving the option for the Tusten Town Board to raise the town's tax cap was implemented …

Two towns, two supervisors
THOMPSON AND TUSTEN, NY — As voting season approaches, many town supervisors are rerunning unopposed. Still, these supervisors have a vision for their respective towns that they hope to continue …

We Tried To Collect Every New York School District’s AI Policy. Most Didn’t Have One.
This story originally appeared in New York Focus , a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here . Last month, New York City Public Schools …
Around the Area
PA State Police launch Blue Envelope Program to support individuals with disabilities during law enforcement encounters

HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) on Monday, October 19 launched the statewide Blue Envelope Program, an initiative designed to enhance communication and support for individuals …

Shapiro administration wins national award for transforming PA.gov into a “No Wrong Door” experience for Pennsylvanians

HARRISBURG, PA – The Office of Administration (OA) on October 19 announced that the Commonwealth is an Overall State Government Experience winner in the 2026 Government Experience (GovX) Awards for …

Computer Assistance @ NAPL

NEWFOUNDLAND, PA — Wayne Pike Workforce Alliance, 11am-1:30pm, Newfoundland Area Public Library, 954 Main St. Register 570/229-9192.

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Committee calls for sales, mortgage tax increases

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The management and budget committee of the Sullivan County Legislature voted to approve two home rule requests asking the state to increase the county’s sales tax and …

Barnes and Barryville

UPPER DELAWARE RIVER, NY and PA — The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) met during their regularly scheduled meeting on October 1 and discussed the Barryville gage, the Barnes landfill, and a proposed …

Who will buy the Narrowsburg Union?

NARROWSBURG, NY — The Narrowsburg Union, a multi-purpose campus located in Narrowsburg's former elementary school, has gone on the market for $7.5 million dollars.  The listing, provided …

Smart shopping carts come to local supermarkets

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY – There’s something new in the ShopRite Supermarkets in Monticello and Liberty. Called Caper Carts, they are interactive and designed to make the shopping experience easier …

Wayne/Pike Tech Center project gets $37 million loan from USDA

WAYNE and PIKE COUNTIES, PA — The Wallenpaupack Area School District (WASD) has been granted $37.95 million from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the district's Career and …
NEWS from ASSEMBLY MEMBER PAULA KAY

Two forums will discuss Verizon's landline cuts

MONTICELLO, NY — Assembly Member Paula Elaine Kay (Rock Hill) announced on Wednesday, October 7 that she will hold two public forums featuring Verizon representatives regarding the telephone …
NEWS from ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES

Attorney General James issues voter guidance to inform New Yorkers of their rights ahead of November election

NEW YORK STATE — New York Attorney General Letitia James on October 6 issued guidance to inform New York voters of their rights and help them vote safely in the November 3 general election. …

Work continues to bring healthcare to Highland

BARRYVILLE, NY — While several hold-ups have slowed progress on the Highland Health Initiative (HHI), work is continuing to bring an innovative model of health care to Highland.  HHI is a …
NEWS from SPOTLIGHT PA

Pennsylvania voting advocates are preparing for ICE to disrupt the 2026 election

Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and election administration across the U.S. Sign up for our free weekly newsletter to get the latest. As the 2026 midterms …
New hope for the ACC?

County legislature authorizes care center closure, begins search for new operator

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — In a public five-to-four vote, the Sullivan County Legislature authorized the closure of the Sullivan County Adult Care Center, also known as the Care Center at Sunset Lake, …
'Without awareness, we have tragedy'

Sullivan, Wayne and Pike counties provide services during domestic violence awareness month

SULLIVAN, WAYNE AND PIKE COUNTIES — October 1 marks the start of domestic violence awareness month, and local agencies are spreading awareness and providing services to victims to decrease the …

Pa. election 2026: Where Garrity, Shapiro stand on education issues

Democrat Josh Shapiro has signed budgets sending nearly $2 billion more to Pennsylvania’s poorest schools. Republican Stacy Garrity wants to reexamine that spending.

The 2026 races that could decide control of the Pennsylvania House and Senate

Democrats believe they have their best shot in recent memory at winning a vaunted trifecta — control of the governorship and both legislative chambers.

Honesdale residents dream of an outdoorsy future

HONESDALE, PA — Lovers of the outdoors gathered to discuss what they envision for Honesdale’s future during a Wednesday, September 16 Outdoor Towns community input meeting. The Outdoor Towns …

Narrowsburg Fire District voters asked to authorize sale of equipment

NARROWSBURG, NY — On Tuesday, October 6,  the Narrowsburg Fire District will hold a special election to authorize the sale of equipment.  The election will ask voters to approve a …
NEWS from SPOTLIGHT PA

Pa. election 2026: Where Bresnahan, Cognetti stand on tax policies, affordability, and jobs

While Republican incumbent Rob Bresnahan and Democrat Paige Cognetti differ on tariffs and the war in Iran, they both support tax breaks and reining in utility prices.
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Weaknesses with Pa. aging department’s oversight could leave older adults at risk, audit finds

The audit’s stinging findings echo many of the failures Spotlight PA has documented in its investigation into Pennsylvania’s older adult protective services system.

Borscht Belt marker honors Green Acres

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — History enthusiasts gathered outside Sullivan West High School to celebrate the installation of the 19th marker of the Borscht Belt marker project on Friday, September 4. …
ACC has its day in court

Sullivan County sued over closing of adult care facility

KINGSTON, NY — A New York Supreme Court justice has granted an injunction against the closing of the Adult Care Center at Sunset Lake until further notice at a hearing held on Monday, September 21 …
Bridging the gap

New bridge links two sections of the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail

FALLSBURG, NY — New York State, Sullivan County and the Town of Fallsburg celebrated the opening of the Neversink River crossing on the Fallburg section of the Sullivan O&W Rail Trail with a …
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