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Eagles migrate here for the ability to forage for fish, so they tend to be where there is open water. If the river is covered in ice, seek out swift water areas of the river as well as confluences, such as the Lackawaxen River confluence at the Delaware River. If it is a mild winter with little or no ice, the eagles have more of a choice and will be more spread out.

Winter eagle viewing in 2021

Bald eagles in Canada have been making their migration trip south to areas with open water in order to dine on their favorite food, fish. The Delaware and Mongaup river systems, along with … more

By SCOTT RANDO | 1/13/21

Game Commission investigates death of three bald eagles

TEXAS TOWNSHIP, PA —The Pennsylvania Game Commission is looking for information related to the deaths of three bald eagles that were discovered in the same general area of Wayne County. Each of … more

4/29/20

Factual action. Sullivan West’s Keri Burr reels in an inbound pass on the way to scoring 8 points.

A bittersweet moment in time

LAKE HUNTINGTON NY — On Friday, February 21, Sullivan West hosted a non-league girls’ varsity game of hoops between the Lady Bulldogs and the visiting Lady Eagles of John S. Burke … more

By TED WADDELL | 2/26/20

After an hour of perching and seeing no fish, this adult eagle decided to move further up the Lackawaxen River. Aside from its raised wings, the eagle is flattening itself and preparing to extend its legs to get as much speed as possible.

Into the wild blue yonder

When we see wild animals in their habitats, we might see them display some behavior like chasing prey or demonstrating courtship behavior. Then, in the blink of an eye, it’s all over … more

By SCOTT RANDO | 2/13/20

Headed for the paint. Roscoe’s Andrew Ruiz drives to the Promised Land against Eagles defenders Jacob Dobormierscu and Bob Lewis.

Double Eagles, double Devils

DOWNSVILLE, NY — In a series of tournament games that featured four teams, two squads took to the hardwood sharing the same mascot: the Eagles of Deposit-Hancock and the Eagles of Downsville, … more

By TED WADDELL | 1/8/20

Red-tailed hawks are probably the raptor you’re most likely to see in the region. They can be seen along highways perched on trees, looking for prey in the form of squirrels or other rodents. Some of these, mainly from the north, are seen migrating through the area in late October and into November. However, many in our region stay in the area all year round.

River talk

When fall arrives, it signals the time for some bird species to migrate to warmer climes. We have all seen and heard large skeins of Canada geese flying southbound during this time of year. Other … more

By SCOTT RANDO | 11/6/19

She may have been jilted at the altar and dead, but this bride managed to snag the coveted Best Female award at the Western Hotel’s annual Halloween bash.

Everyone’s a winner!

At least it seemed that way over the past few days, as Dharma the Wonder Dog and I careened throughout the Catskills (I drove most of the time), working our way through the New York side of the Upper … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 10/30/19

Meet the candidates, clothing swap, meditation and more

What's going on in your community October 10 to October 16 more

10/9/19

Eagles edge Bulldogs in 1st round

JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — On Saturday, April 13, Sullivan West presented their first-ever combined baseball and softball tournament. The home team Bulldogs and Lady Bulldogs hosted teams from … more

TED WADDELL | 4/24/19

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