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It is said that “It’s better to give than to receive.” But of course, it’s not that simple. Giving actually benefits the gift giver and the gift receiver, says Aileen … more

By LAURIE STUART | 11/30/21

"Rocky runs the show" at the refuge, says his owner, Virginia Grant. Funds from Rocky's Reusables, the thrift shop, keep the refuge going.

Forgotten tenants

REGION — The news has been full of the struggles of residential tenants in the pandemic. But what about small businesses that rent? What about nonprofits? Lockdown forced many businesses and … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 11/30/21

Deputy Michael Barrett poses with Cooke students Desmond Crawford and Carl Dalley.

Learning fire safety from one who knows and more

Columnist Tony Bonavist wins OWAA award NARROWSBURG, NY — Anthony Bonavist, who writes the “Ramblings of a Catskill Fly Fisher” column for the River Reporter, has just won third … more

11/24/21

Ken Walters speaking before the legislature about The Center for Discovery.

Let’s talk about money

MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature held a public hearing before its meetings on Thursday, November 18 to discuss a grant application from The Center for Discovery. Jill Weyer, … more

By LIAM MAYO | 11/23/21

WMCHC pediatric services holding COVID vaccine clinics

Pediatric COVID vaccine clinics will be held at Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers’ pediatric offices. more

11/18/21

Tiny works of art are available for purchase at Art in Sixes.

Little works of art comprise Art in Sixes and more

The last pancake breakfast EQUINUNK, PA — Well, not the last one forever. Just the last one for 2021. The Pine Mill Community Hall, on Pine Mill Road in Equinunk, will hold its final … more

11/17/21

Not just forgotten

The colorful valley known as Luxton Lake is a place I have called my home ever since I was a child. It was a retreat from the city, a parallel dimension, with little in common from the bustle of New … more

By MATTHEW SGRITTO | 11/16/21

Getting teens back to work

MONTICELLO, NY — The numbers are sobering. According to a chart from the St. Louis Fed, the rate of teen labor force participation has been down since about the turn of the millennium. But … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 11/9/21

The DVAA is requesting submissions for "Art in Sixes."

Understanding disability without judgment and more

What's going on in arts, leisure and the community, October 28 to November 3 more

10/27/21

The Highland Town Hall as set up for the 2021 primary elections.

Community leadership in the Highland supervisor’s race

HIGHLAND, NY — The Town of Highland supervisor’s race pits Jeffery Haas, incumbent and candidate on the Republican and Conservative lines, against John Pizzolato, a challenger candidate … more

By LIAM MAYO | 10/27/21

Go Orange Day, October 21, celebrates Rachel’s Challenge and promotes a culture of kindness.

Go Orange Day and more

Go Orange Day celebrates kindness HONESDALE, PA — Go Orange Day, on Thursday, October 21, marks nine years since Wayne County first embraced Rachel’s Challenge and launched a campaign … more

10/20/21

The Spencer Steam Tractor was on display at the Thomas Kennedy Local History Festival on September 25.

Steaming history and more

Youth Advisory Grant applications available WAYNE COUNTY — This year, the Wayne County Community Foundation is awarding $6,000 in mini-grants for projects or programs that will benefit … more

10/19/21

Wayne County vaccine update

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) will hold Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 booster clinics on the first, second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, beginning Wednesday, … more

10/5/21

One of a dozen scarecrows watches over Roscoe.

Twelve scarecrows in Roscoe and more

The mystery of Joseph Skinner, and other Upper Delaware horrors NARROWSBURG, NY — Cushetunk resident Joseph Skinner is believed to be the first European murdered in the Upper Delaware River … more

What's going on in your community October 7 to 13 | 10/5/21

Pay enhancement in effect for Wayne Memorial health workers

HONESDALE, PA — Staff at Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH), the community health centers affiliated with the hospital (WMCHC) and staff at Wayne Woodlands Manor will see pay hikes for eight pay … more

9/29/21

Seeding possibility

REGION — Recovery from addiction is a community opportunity. While addiction—a disease of isolation, hurt, and need—is often noted as being a “plague in our … more

By KATHLEEN A. CHRISTIE, LCSW | 9/28/21

Narrowsburg High School class of 1961 and their spouses. Standing are: Russ Gloor, left, Barbara Merkenschlager Gloor, Betty Nober Crandall, Betty Jirinec, Ronald Schalck, Carol Schalck, Douglass Mohrmann and Kathleen Mohrmann. Seated are: Carren Orsini Thomas, left, and Darryl Jirinec.

60th reunion at Narrowsburg High and more

60th reunion at Narrowsburg High NARROWSBURG, NY — Narrowsburg High School’s Class of 1961, with their spouses, joined over 100 other graduates at the All School Reunion on … more

9/28/21

In this together

There’s a lot to be said for the importance of local newspapers. Traditionally, newspapers set the agenda for public policy debate by informing citizens and public officials about important … more

By LAURIE STUART | 9/28/21

New Pike fund

MILFORD, PA — In order to preserve the old, there’s a need for the new. A new fund, that is. Established by the Milford Enhancement Committee (MEC) at Greater Pike Community … more

9/28/21

"At the Sawkill" by Robert Wood is one of many artworks available for adoption.

Orphaned art gets a show and more

Nesin Cultural Arts registering students now MONTICELLO, NY — If you ever wanted to study theatre, dance, chorus or the visual arts at Monticello’s Nesin Cultural Arts (NCA), … more

9/22/21

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