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Farm worker Saol feeding the ducks at La Belle Farms.

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — When the New York City Council passed a law banning the sale of foie gras, it knew the law could have a major impact on foie gras production. That was the point for … more

By LIAM MAYO | 6/7/22

The Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York just received a grant to build a distribution warehouse in Orange County.

Hunger bites

REGION — As inflation digs in, more people are struggling in Sullivan County. But a new food distribution warehouse for the Regional Food Bank will help. The hungry, here “One out … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/11/22

Pride Coalition march and more

Climate change calls for education, accepting responsibility Congratulations on the recent major promotion of sustainability in the River Reporter. Here at Apple Pond Farm and Renewable Energy … more

5/5/22

$Texas Barnett Shale gas drilling (fracking) rig near Alvarado, Texas, just off of state highway 67.$

Fracking research released and more

Money available to help youth MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Youth Bureau is now accepting grant applications from organizations that serve children and youth within Sullivan County. … more

5/3/22

Honoring Megan Gavin

During National Volunteer Week, I would like to acknowledge Megan Gavin for her exceptional service to the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter. This will be Megan’s second year … more

4/19/22

Lee Krasner in her studio in the barn, Springs, 1962, Krasner was married to artist Jackson Pollock, but she was a well-regarded artist in her own right.

Celebrating women's history and abstract art, and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and the community March 24 to 30 more

3/24/22

Dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby socks and take a trip to a simpler time at the Honesdale High School production of "Grease."

‘Grease’ is the word at Honesdale High School and more

‘Grease’ is the word at Honesdale High School HONESDALE, PA — Dust off a leather jacket, pull on bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time during the Honesdale High School … more

2/17/22

Town supervisor Bill Rieber and building department secretary Heather Zangla hand a test kit to a Rock Hill resident.

Monticello toy drive nets joy for Head Start kids and more

COVID-19 test kits available in Thompson TOWN OF THOMPSON — The Town of Thompson has received 450 COVID-19 test kits from Sullivan County government, according to town supervisor Bill … more

1/12/22

Part V: Down and dirty at city hall

November 25, 2021 starts the one-year countdown until New York City officially bans the sale of foie gras, French for fatty liver, a shot to the heart of Sullivan County’s foie gras farms. … more

By HELEN DEMERANVILLE | 11/30/21 | 2 comments

USPS Operation Santa now open for letter adoption and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware region December 2 to 8 more

11/30/21

Farmworker housing at Hudson Valley Foie Gras.

Part IV: Ducks out of water

In 2006, the Chicago City Council passed a foie gras ban. “The silliest law that they’ve ever passed,” said Democratic mayor Richard M. Daley. Two years later, in response to a … more

By HELEN DEMERANVILLE | 11/23/21

This 7-inch rubber feeding tube, designed by Hector Saravia (pictured), is used to feed the moulards at La Belle Farms and Hudson Valley Foie Gras.

Part III: The wheat from the chaff

On November 25, 2022, a foie gras ban takes effect in New York City, threatening the financial health of Hudson Valley Foie Gras and La Belle Farms, two of Sullivan County’s largest employers. … more

By HELEN DEMERANVILLE | 11/16/21 | 2 comments

Virtual concert for people with dementia and more

Virtual concert for people with dementia ONLINE — Sometimes, when words can’t connect, music does. The Alzheimer’s Association of the Hudson Valley is holding its final two … more

8/17/21

The National Park Service at the Cedar Rapids Campground for the recovery of the Peekskill victim's body.

Former county court Judge LaBuda chastized, and more

PA turnpike raises 2022 toll rates HARRISBURG, PA — On July 6, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) approved a five-percent toll increase for 2022 for both E-ZPass and Toll By Plate … more

7/14/21

Food Bank of the Hudson Valley Director Sara Gunn, left, receives a $10,000 check from IBM Senior Location Executive Maria Boonie.

IBM donates $10,000 to the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley, and more

Honesdale Rotary cleans up pavilion HONESDALE, PA — The Fred Miller Pavilion on Main Street got a super-sprucing up on Saturday, June 12 from Honesdale Rotarians, their families, … more

6/30/21

Michael A. Carpentieri joins Eldred Central School District as its new Elementary Principal.

DEP approves Keystone Landfill expansion and more

Public safety commissioner headed for North Carolina MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County Commissioner of Public Safety Rick Sauer will be leaving his position effective Friday, July 9. He has … more

6/9/21

Paul Plumadore's “Wave Pattern #10,” 10.75” x 20”, hand-cut paper montage, 2020.....

DVAA hosts two new art exhibits and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and community April 8 to 14 more

4/7/21

Last year's “Valentines for Vets” exhibit.

Vet science program, animal shelter funds available and more

Interim sheriff Chris Rosler announces candidacy for sheriff WAYNE COUNTY, PA — Chris Rosler has announced his candidacy for sheriff of Wayne County. For the past 15 years, he has served in … more

2/11/21

‘Birth & Baby Fest 2020’ and more

What's going on in health and wellness August 6 to 12 more

8/5/20

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