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An excerpt from the preliminary House redistricting plan.

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians got a glimpse at what their new legislative maps could look like after this year’s redistricting process, and the state’s top Republicans are not … more

By OWEN WALSH | 12/28/21

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

Voters lining up at the Cochecton Town Hall.

Waiting for certification

MONTICELLO, NY — Three weeks after the 2021 local elections in Sullivan County, official results are still pending. According to the Sullivan County Board of Elections (BOE), the board is … more

By LIAM MAYO | 11/23/21

Raking leaves isn’t necessary and more

Electoral process won in Highland As an observer living in the next town over, I think that turnout in Highland was magnificent—729 voters—and that the town had two candidates vying … more

11/16/21

Cochecton opts out of dispensaries and more

Children’s vaccination clinics in Sullivan County MONTICELLO, NY — In an effort to continue quickly and effectively rolling out COVID-19 vaccines, Sullivan County Public Health … more

11/16/21

DV voters reward pandemic leaders

MILFORD, PA — Showing little appetite for a change of direction and riding a night of Republican momentum, Delaware Valley School District voters elected a slate of mostly incumbents in an … more

By CHARLES PETERSHEIM | 11/4/21

Honesdale elects new mayor, council members

Though still well below the halfway point, Wayne County had a higher-than-average voter turnout in this year’s municipal elections. more

By OWEN WALSH | 11/4/21

Remember to give: people need help

Hello, how are you all doing? Hope you are happy and healthy. November 2 was Election Day; no one is running against me, so I want to thank everyone for voting me in again as the Town … more

By EILEEN HENNESSY | 11/2/21

Candidates for Highland, NY

SUPERVISOR Vote for one JOHN M. PIZZOLATO "I am running for town supervisor because I want to secure a bright financial future for our town. I have done this with my own businesses, which I … more

10/27/21

Candidates for Delaware, NY

Town council Vote for up to two JOHN ERIK KARKULA The River Reporter has not yet received a statement from this candidate. ________________ ALFRED F. STEPPICH The River Reporter … more

10/27/21

Candidates for Cochecton, NY

Town Council Vote for up to two PAUL SALZBERG "My name is Dr. Paul Salzberg. I am running for re-election to the Cochecton Town Board. I have been a Lake Huntington resident for 36 years. I … more

10/27/21

Candidates for Bethel, NY

Supervisor Vote for One Daniel Sturm "Since 2008, when I first took over as supervisor, the town has been fiscally prudent and responsible. We have always been under the state’s … more

10/27/21

Vote

Whatever you do on November 2, remember to vote. It’s your civic duty. It’s your right as a United States citizen to participate in the election process. How you choose your … more

By LAURIE STUART | 10/27/21

‘No excuse’ absentee ballots are necessary

“The best-laid plans… ” Have you ever had one of those days that just seemed to turn upside down and stay that way for hours? Well, if you’re a caretaker for someone who is … more

By CATHERINE MACGOWAN DAWKINS | 10/19/21

DV moves past mask debate

MILFORD, PA — Thirty days after making headlines around the state, the Delaware Valley School District (DVSD) has yet to see any consequences for defying state masking exemption policy. There … more

By CHARLES PETERSHEIM | 10/19/21

Election season is here

Hello, hope you are all doing well. It’s that time of the year when you see all the elections signs out. In the Town of Cochecton, these are the people running: Gary Maas(R) is … more

By EILEEN HENNESSY | 10/13/21

The drop box for Wayne County's elections, stationed inside the doors of the Wayne County Courthouse.

PA lawmakers push election probe, reforms

HARRISBURG, PA — The 2020 General Election is widely considered to be “the most secure in American history,” and yet nearly a year later, lawmakers throughout the … more

By OWEN WALSH | 10/13/21

Members of BPW of Wayne County Juliann Doyle, seated left, Kayla Bolduc, Kathy Enslin and Rochelle Haviland receiving a proclamation from the Wayne County Commissioners, Jocelyn Cramer, standing left, Brian W. Smith and Joseph W. Adams in honor of National Business Women's Week.

Women’s work

HONESDALE, PA — Business and Professional Women / PA (BPW) is one of the oldest and largest organizations advocating for working women in the commonwealth. Founded in 1919, BPW includes over … more

By LIAM MAYO | 10/13/21

Sarah Hopkins, front left, Taylor Britton, front right. Commissioner Joecelyn Cramer, back left, Commissioner Brian Smith, back right.

Employee recognitions and new contracts take the forefront

HONESDALE, PA — Although it was a brief meeting, the Wayne County Commissioners were still able to fully recognize three individuals for their service to the county. A lot of their time spent … more

By LYLE T. GALLOWAY | 8/10/21

Andy Boyar, left, and Jim Gutekunst preside over the Highland Democratic caucus, while John Pizzolato watches from the wings.

Grassroots democracy in Highland

ELDRED, NY — A red coffee canister passed from hand to hand. Shouts and interruptions rang from the crowd. Grassroots democracy was in full vigor at the Town of Highland Democratic caucus. more

By LIAM MAYO | 7/1/21

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