The River Reporter

Keyword: Trump

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.

11 results total, viewing 1 - 11

In 2018, about 40 million Americans received benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly called food stamps. In Sullivan County, an estimated 13,209 people received … more

12/11/19

Sen. Jen Metzger presents a check to a local Planned Parenthood affiliate to fill the gaps in funding.

Family planning gag rule hits Monticello

On August 16, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth District denied a motion by 23 states, Planned Parenthood and others to stay a ruling that allowed a so-called “gag rule” to go into … more

8/28/19

Guns and us

Here it is, a power outage. I don’t know, maybe it’s for the best not to know what’s going on in the world. Just the other week, the police were down the street from our house … more

By LISA BAUER | 8/21/19

Letters to the editor: August 15, 2019

No rate hike for NYSEG I can well understand why NYSEG avoided having any Public Hearings in Sullivan County for their proposed outrageous 20%+ rate hike. There might have been a riot. Sullivan … more

8/14/19

A group gathered on the Callicoon Bridge for a vigil in support of migrants in detention centers at the border.

National immigration announcements add to local fear

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Catholic Charities in New York—like so many organizations that serve immigrants—staffed up their offices across the state this past weekend, in anticipation of … more

By ELIZABETH LEPRO | 7/17/19

Regarding President Trump’s May 16 immigration proposal

Regarding President Trump’s May 16 immigration proposal He emphasized “border security” and “attracting the best and the brightest” as key elements. One wonders how past … more

5/29/19

Contributed photos&nbsp; John Chrin Matt Cartwright &nbsp;

Cartwright, Chrin face off

PA EIGHTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT — Republican Congressional Candidate John Chrin has been getting some help from the administration of President Donald Trump. Donald Trump Junior has already … more

FRITZ MAYER | 10/24/18

Attorney General candidates target Trump

NEW YORK STATE — There is a growing perception that if President Donald Trump issues a pardon for anyone found guilty in the scandals currently being investigated in the Mueller probe, or if he … more

FRITZ MAYER | 8/29/18

Sullivan champions breastfeeding

MONTICELLO, NY — Officials in Sullivan County have been promoting breastfeeding for infants as generally the healthiest option for babies. On June 27, the county issued a press release lauding … more

FRITZ MAYER | 7/11/18

Senators react to Supreme Court nomination

WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump on July 9 announced the nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court. For Kavanaugh to reach the bench, his nomination must be approved … more

FRITZ MAYER | 7/11/18

Contributed photo President Donald Trump poses with Congressman Tom Marino and his wife Edie. &nbsp;

Marino withdraws from drug czar slot

WASHINGTON, DC — Facing growing criticism on his controversial legislative agenda, Rep. Tom Marino (R-10 PA) on October 17 withdrew his name from consideration of appointment to lead the Office … more

DAVID HULSE | 10/18/17

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.