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Hudson Valley Seed provided garden learning for students at Newburgh elementary schools with the help of a 2018 Make a Difference Grant.

20th Anniversary ‘Make a Difference’ Grants

REGION — Applications are now available for grants from the Make a Difference Fund, which was established by the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFO&S) Board of Directors … more

8/14/19

Bedtime stories, Delgado office hours, tricky tray fundraiser and more

What's going on in your community August 15 to August 21 more

8/14/19

Lake Huntington News

I cannot believe it—August already! This summer went real fast, although it did feel like we had no spring, with all the rain. I have been keeping busy; there’s so much to do in Sullivan … more

By EILEEN HENNESSY | 7/31/19

NYSEG seeks 23.7% increase

ALBANY, NY — The New York State Electric & Gas Corporation (NYSEG)—a company hammered by local politicians because of the way it handled two power-killing windstorms in 2018—is … more

By FRITZ MAYER | 7/31/19 | 1 comment

The Googling gourmet

In the early 1980s, I was in an odd phase of my work life and found myself secretary to the head of the art department at New York University. Sometimes we were busy, but when we weren’t, I … more

By JUDE WATERSTON | 7/24/19

Tanya talked about the strength of community and the support they received.

A swift learning curve

I have to admit that before Wednesday morning, I did not know what a heat index was. “It’s like the wind chill factor,” husband Stephen explained. “Only for heat.” It … more

by LAURIE STUART | 7/19/19

Find Amy’s art at www.facebook.com/amygoffdzigns.

Cochecton

Previous writings indicate that Cochecton was either the first or the second permanent settlement in Sullivan County. Today, it is the smallest town in the county, but filled with love from its … more

7/17/19

PorchFest, grant-funding leads Delaware meeting

HORTONVILLE, NY — More back and forth on PorchFest headlined the Town of Delaware meeting Wednesday, July 10 in Callicoon. Irene Nickolai, Joanne Brinkerhoff and Patti Moorhead, representing … more

By ELIZABETH LEPRO | 7/17/19

Community chips in for Hilly Acres

JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — Efforts are underway to help the Hahn family recoup their losses after a fire destroyed a barn at their farm last week. Four hundred chickens and 300 round bales of hay … more

By ELIZABETH LEPRO | 7/17/19

What's going on in Sustainability July 18-24

What's going on in Sustainability July 18-24 more

7/17/19

Lake Huntington News

What a busy summer I am having. Last weekend, I went to George Schalk’s memorial down at Lander’s. George’s wife, Maureen, put on a fabulous party; everyone was sharing stories and … more

By EILEEN HENNESSEY | 7/10/19

‘Me and My Girl’, Husband-and-wife artist duo and more

Dr. Zsa’s Powdered Zydeco Band HANCOCK, NY — Summer Nights LIVE! continues at the Hancock Town Square this Friday, July 5 at 7:30 p.m., with Dr. Zsa’s Powdered Zydeco Band. The … more

7/8/19

PA officials warn of new scam, Woodstock 50 targets Vernon Downs and more

PA officials warn of new scam HONESDALE, PA — State officials warned of a new fraud scheme on June 24 that targets senior citizens and people with disabilities who receive property tax and … more

7/8/19

New York Senate turns left

The New York State Legislature wrapped up its work for the year on June 21, bringing an end to a session that is being called historic. When Democrats took firm control of the senate in January, the … more

7/5/19

Improving the Frick Pond Loop Trail, Rep. Matt Cartwright to visit Honesdale and more

Monticello Kiwanis awards scholarships MONTICELLO, NY — Fourteen Monticello High School seniors and their parents/guardians were guests of honor at the Monticello Kiwanis Scholarship Dinner … more

7/5/19

Foundlings and fathers

I want to focus on, and draw some connections between, a few recent and upcoming dates. Sunday, June 16, was of course Father’s Day. I hope you were able to celebrate it in a fulfilling way. … more

By SKIP MENDLER | 7/5/19

This week: Cartwright announces $1.2 million grant, Peifer comments on state budget and more

Brabenec seeks investigation of Green Light Bill FLORIDA, NY — Rep. Karl A. Brabenec sent a letter on Friday, June 28 to President Donald Trump and U.S. Attorney General William Barr … more

7/3/19

Photo provided by Janice Valentino The Hospice Social Workers Bereavement Volunteers and YMCA Staff of Camp Chrysalis help children and youth understand the grief process through art, music and counseling.

Camp Chrysalis: growing through grief

NEWBURGH, NY — Many people have difficulty understanding and communicating their emotions when faced with a death of someone close. Especially for a child, the loss of a loved one can be … more

BARBARA WINFIELD | 6/19/19

David Miller, 36, at home with his son on Father&#39;s Day. | Photos by Elizabeth Lepro

Narcotics treatment for addiction gains favor, with caution

NEW YORK — David Miller’s stepdaughter Mattisyn watches a white holographic tiger move on the table in front of her as she shifts, giggling, from one foot to the other. A pink … more

ELIZABETH LEPRO | 6/19/19

Photo provided by Bill Davis The envelope reads, &ldquo;Bullets taken from my right leg and left thigh, Second Battle of the Marne,&nbsp; H A Conroy, 1918.&rdquo; &nbsp;

TRR plays matchmaker with history

The River Reporter received an email from Bill Davis, a man from Georgia who made an interesting discovery while cleaning out the basement of his wife’s house: a small box containing several … more

6/19/19

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