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Julia Kehrley, left; Lynn Porter and Harold Tighe from the SCDW production of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some)."

Christmas stories, monster trucks and more

Monster trucks return to Wayne County Fair HONESDALE, PA — Monster trucks are back. Monster Truck Freestyle is returning to the 160th Wayne County Fair for one night, taking place at 7 p.m. … more

6/29/22

I can’t wait to start coloring inside the lines.

Wish you were here

I suppose one could call it a pet peeve. I do not care for reporting on events happening in the region that have come and gone by the time you read this. I tend to gravitate toward covering opening … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 6/29/22

The Electric Chords will perform at the Western Hotel on June 24.

The spirit of music and the outdoor stage

CALLICOON, NY — During the past two (very long) COVID years, while much of the country was locked down, something extraordinary was happening in Sullivan County. Despite the challenges of … more

6/24/22

A monument commemorating the Native American wars will be dedicated on June 25 at Veterans Memorial Park.

The Native American wars, Juneteenth and more

Monument acknowledges Native American wars MATAMORAS, PA — A new monument, commemorating the Native American wars in the United States, will be dedicated at Veterans Memorial Park and … more

6/15/22

The Black Sage Project earned a crowd around them as they played well known folk and country songs.

Come together, right now

MILFORD, PA — Where there’s music, there are people. Last weekend, in Milford that tenet was put to the test, with positive results. The main streets were filled with chatter and small … more

By VICTORIA HOFFMANN | 6/14/22

The Belgica frozen in ice. Photo taken by moonlight, on June 3, 1898, with an exposure time of an hour and a half..

Explorer, writer, ethnographer

HURLEYVILLE, NY — Dr. Frederick Cook was credited with saving lives and deeply caring about the Indigenous people he met. He also explored the Earth’s poles and documented his travels … more

6/2/22

The lifeguarded beach is Lake Superior’s most popular spot on hot summer days.

Jump in the lake, a performance 'Under the Stars' and more

Jump in the lake and more at Lake Superior BETHEL, NY — Looking for a picnic ground? A place to sail?Lake Superior State Park in Bethel is open for boat rentals, swimming and picnicking, and … more

6/1/22

Shinedown performed at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on Friday, July 5, 2019.

What to see, what to do

In New York: Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 845/583-2000; bethelwoodscenter.org 200 Hurd Rd., Bethel, NY About: “Located 90 miles from New York City in Bethel, NY, our lush … more

5/27/22

Basket Historical Society holds annual meeting

LONG EDDY, NY — This coming Saturday, May 28, the Basket Historical Society will hold its annual meeting at 10:30 a.m. at the museum hall in Long Eddy. Along with electing officers, they … more

5/25/22

Work by WCAA member Elizabeth Castellano is on exhibit at the Creative Compound on Main Street in Honesdale.

Walking to encourage healing, babies in the barn and more

A walk to nurture equality and healing PORT JERVIS, NY — Students, public officials and advocates for racial justice will dedicate a New York State historic marker on Thursday, June 2 at … more

5/25/22

The greasers take the stage at a recent performance of "Grease" at the Honesdale Performing Arts Center.

Rising Stars cabaret, the Civil Air Patrol and more

Rising Stars cabaret to support performing arts HONESDALE, PA — The promising talent of Honesdale Performing Arts students will be showcased at the first annual Friends of Operetta Night of … more

5/19/22

Josephine Amato and Tyler Powley will dance the roles of Princess Aurora and Prince Désiré in a performance of “The Sleeping Beauty” on Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m.

The Civil War, plays, musicals and pond fish

Living history, music, exhibits at Civil War encampment MILFORD, PA — The Columns Museum will host the 11th annual Civil War encampment from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 21. This year, … more

5/11/22

Help a Manor dance studio, apply for a scholarship and more

We finally made it to May. The snow is gone, the days are longer, and now is the perfect time to spend the days outside. Minus the mayflies! Here are a few new happenings taking place in the … more

By JENN POWELL | 5/4/22

A stamp was issued in 1970 to honor author Edgar Lee Masters as Spoon River Anthology was being banned in his home town.

'That Which Makes Us Stronger' and more

Celebrating ‘That Which Makes Us Stronger’ NARROWSBURG, NY — Special needs. Addiction. Divorce. Righteous grandmas and overwhelmed parents. One kid in the closet and another a … more

4/28/22

Zandy Valencia Bamac, from Liberty School District, won both the Student Choice Award and the Artist Choice Award for her black-and-white photography. ..

'Sylvan Land' at Tusten Theatre and more

‘Sylvan Land’ at Tusten Theatre NARROWSBURG, NY — Sullivan County Poet Laureate Eric Baylin will hold his final event in the role at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 23.In “Sylvan … more

4/20/22

Trout, a penny social, and kudos to the drama clubs

The weather here sure has been chaotic since the beginning of April, but it certainly appears like Mother Nature has calmed down a bit. Looking forward to warmer days. April 2 marked the first day … more

By JENN POWELL | 4/14/22

The wall space allowed Melander to also display some of his drawings and paintings, but it was the gigantic ever-changing wall of fabric that held my gaze.

When it rains

So, with Passover coming up this weekend, I just assumed that I’d write a column about it, but quickly realized that during my tenure at the award-winning River Reporter, I’m fairly sure … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 4/13/22

Braving a frigid morning with temperatures in the teens, 16 teams jumped into the lake.

Subzero Heroes ice jump raises nearly $60,000 to fight Alzheimer’s disease, and more

New funding for Pike County nonprofits MILFORD, PA — Nonprofits headquartered in Pike County and that were impacted by COVID-19 can apply for up to $25,000 in aid. The Pike County … more

4/6/22

Milton Wesley Bailey was killed in the Korean War.

A lost African-American soldier and more

A lost African-American soldier Milford’s Milton Wesley Bailey’s letters home MILFORD, PA — The only person from Pike County to be killed in the Korean War was an … more

3/24/22

The history of the Hawley silk mill will be discussed in early April.

New podcast for Women's History Month and more

The history of the Hawley Silk Mill HAWLEY, PA — Tony Waldron, Pike County commissioner, will be the guest speaker at the Shohola Railroad and Historical Society (SRHS) meeting at 7 p.m. on … more

3/16/22

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