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"View of Sunset Sailing on the River," by Edmund Darch Lewis, from the Hudson River School.

Online auction of Hudson River School paintings announced and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and the community January 20 to 26 more

1/19/22

Starting out with the why

We start with some simple foundations. Our climate is changing. With these changes, the weather is less predictable, and the environment is becoming less able to tolerate our overuse and … more

By LAURIE STUART | 1/19/22

Gov. Hochul announces over $216 million in ‘Bridge NY’ funding

What's new in the Upper Delaware region December 23 to 29 more

12/21/21

Horsedrawn carriage rides is a feature of community celebration throughout the region and the makings of joyous holiday memories. The Hawley Winterfest continues through December 12.

To support the common good

Over the river and through the woods, communities are stepping out with holiday events. Perhaps it is the excitement to gather together in spirit following more than a year’s worth of living … more

By LAURIE STUART | 12/7/21

Activists demand ban on fracking wastewater

DELAWARE RIVER — A long-standing debate over the Delaware River and the extraction of natural gas has been reignited. At the beginning of this year, environmentalists in the region scored a … more

By OWEN WALSH | 12/7/21

News briefs from the Delaware River Basin Commission

TRENTON, NJ — The written comment deadline on the Delaware River Basin Commission’s proposed regulations addressing imports of water to and exports of water from the Delaware River Basin … more

11/30/21

The Pond Eddy United Methodist Church has been the “little church in the vale” for more than 16 decades. Members and guests recently celebrated the church’s 160th anniversary.

Pond Eddy UMC celebrates 160th anniversary

POND EDDY, NY — Congregants, past congregants, friends and other well-wishers all gathered on October 24 to reflect on the past and rededicate their “hearts, lives and the … more

By SUSAN WADE | 11/17/21

So much to read at the SEEDS annual Book Swap.

SEEDS book swap a major success and more

What's going on in your community November 18 to 24 more

11/17/21

Guilty plea announced in Bethel tax collector pension fraud case and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware region November 11 to 17 more

11/9/21

The magnificent Upper Delaware at Hancock, NY.

The value of the Upper Delaware and more

What's new in arts, leisure and the community, November 4 to 10 more

11/3/21

Oh the climate, it is a changin’

The timing, in one sense, is fortuitous. As world leaders gather in Glasgow, Scotland, for a two-week United Nations summit that could shape how and whether the world effectively slows climate change … more

By LAURIE STUART | 11/2/21

This is the Delaware River at Shohola Rapids; we’re looking upstream towards Barryville on the morning of October 27. The rocks are usually visible at Shohola Rapids, but they were covered by 17 feet of water when this photograph was taken. The gage upstream of here at Callicoon crested in the “moderate flood stage” (13.68 feet) and low-lying roads in that area were likely affected.

Flood tide: The art and science of releasing water

DELAWARE RIVER — On October 27 the water rose, covering roads and yards, pouring into basements. This wasn’t a flood like the one in 2006, but it was impressive enough; a look at … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 11/2/21

Punctuating our forests with exclamation points of purple is American pokeweed, also referred to as pokeberry. The fruits are a valuable food source for some bird species, such as cardinals and mourning doves, but are especially toxic to humans and should not be consumed.

Forests aflame

Driving or walking around the Upper Delaware River region at this time of year is a rich and nourishing feast for the senses as foliage and fruits ripen. Make time to harvest this sumptuous banquet … more

By SANDY LONG | 10/14/21

The Delaware River is the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi and a waterway of great majesty that calls to countless hearts, soothes many a ravaged spirit and sustains innumerable life forms. As a unit of the National Park System, its many features can be enjoyed by the public. Learn more at www.nps.gov/upde/index.htm).

Money flowing into the Delaware

UPPER DELAWARE REGION — On Wednesday, September 20, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) announced a total of nearly $11.5 million in grants funding environmental conservation and … more

By LIAM MAYO | 10/5/21

Funding granted for improved Sullivan emergency communications and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware Region October 7 to 13 more

10/5/21

Yes, Buggy, it's a bucket of ashes. Sometimes it's a metaphor for life, but not today.

The traces we leave

Greetings, all. I’m listening to the thunder of flying squirrel feet in our attic. The squirrels have replaced the bats who owned the attic for 40 years, and the new residents seem to have made … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 9/29/21

Senator Mike Martucci speaks at the UDC's 33rd Annual River Valley Awards.

Sen. Martucci delivers keynote address at UDC awards

UPPER DELAWARE REGION — Held by the Upper Delaware Council on Sunday, September 12 at the Central House Family Resort, the 33rd annual River Valley Awards honored the contributions made by … more

By LIAM MAYO | 9/21/21

Seated from the left: Paul Freeman, Andrew Freeman, and Karen Freeman (representing Tim Freeman, Lifesaving Award); Fred Murray (2nd row, for 1888 Spencer Tractor Restoration, Cultural Achievement); John Ogozalek (Special Recognition), and Big Eddy Film Festival Director Tina Spangler (Cultural Achievement). Standing: Jeff Dexter (Lifesaving Award); Carla Hauser Hahn (Special Recognition); and Kim Erickson (Spencer Tractor Restoration).

Layers of collaboration and accomplishment

From the teacher speaking on behalf of students who are ably handling the pandemic, to fire department personnel relating impromptu rescues along the Hawk’s Nest section of Route 97, the Upper … more

By LAURIE STUART | 9/14/21

High water conditions continue through Labor Day weekend

HARRISBURG, PA — Following heavy rains ushered in by Hurricane Ida earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) reminds boaters to use added caution on and around the … more

9/2/21

The Upper Delaware River, beset by rain from Hurricane Ida.

Updates on Hurricane Ida

REGION — IDA is in the house, and she will be dropping some heavy rainfall throughout our area throughout the day and night. Most forecasters are predicting 4-6 inches of rain will fall … more

9/1/21

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