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Short items from the July 15 meetings and more

MONTICELLO, NY — In a public display of its internal tensions, the Sullivan County Legislature spent most of its monthly full legislative meeting hashing through process, specifically how it conducts its meeting and communication among its members. more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 7/21/21

Extreme summer surface temperature anomalies across the United States.

Across The U.S., Non-white Neighborhoods Are Hotter Than White Ones

(NAPSI)—Nationwide, in both major cities and small towns, neighborhoods with more Black, Hispanic and Asian residents experience hotter temperatures during summer heatwaves than nearby white … more

7/20/21

Pictured are director of Health Services Karen Kerendian, left, registered nurse Trudy Unger, house manager Amberley O’Brien and assistant director of Health Services Leslie Irwin.

Hope Heart Award presented to NHC nurse, and more

Monticello Kiwanis awards scholarships MONTICELLO, NY — Ten Monticello High School Seniors were presented with Monticello Kiwanis Scholarships during a virtual meeting of the club on June … more

7/14/21

Here to help

HONESDALE, PA — The pandemic has amplified the need for strong mental health services across the nation. According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, 40 percent of adults in the United States … more

By LYLE T. GALLOWAY | 7/14/21

Winfield explains her process, saying “For the past several years I have been collecting imagery from both popular and mass culture, such as vintage mid-20th century magazine advertising and iconic comic book art. I chose imagery that is both nostalgic, amusing and a reflection of American society post WWII. Although many of the images are vintage, they also depict feeling and emotions that resonate today.”

Celebrate paint and pop and more

What's going on this week in arts, leisure and community June 17 to 23 more

6/16/21

Brittany Kimble, RN, BSN, IBCLC, of the Women’s Health Center, left, is shown with Kori Pons who co-owns Arthur Avenue Italian Deli in Honesdale with her husband Peter. Arthur Avenue is one of nearly 20 businesses supporting breastfeeding families in the community.

Wayne Memorial helps local businesses support breast feeding families and more

In memory of officer Daryl Yates SMALLWOOD, NY — On September 16, 2020, the Town of Bethel community lost one of its town constables, Daryl Yates. AccoÍrding to a press … more

6/9/21

Sullivan considers privatizing mental health, opioid treatment

MONTICELLO, NY — First it was the adult care center. Now it’s the department of community services (DCS). Sullivan County is looking into privatizing the department, which handles … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/26/21

Diagnosed: First steps toward improving the county’s health ranking

MONTICELLO, NY — Whoever said “start small” wasn’t trying to raise a county’s health ranking. The problems driving it are complex. But Sullivan County’s health and family services department—and many, many community organizations—have a plan and are getting to work. more

ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/19/21

Litterbugs

MONTICELLO, NY — There’s the stuff you can put in a bag, which gets picked up in litterplucks. And then there are mattresses and tires. At Thursday’s public works meeting, … more

ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 5/19/21

Delgado announces ag grant, New store coming to Route 6 plaza and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware region May 20 to May 26 more

5/19/21

Pictured are Chandra Roberts, RN/inpatient services, left; Lisa Grecco, RN/home health and hospice; Jim Pettinato, RN-HP, MHS/director patient care services; Ashley Bantell, RN/staff development; Michele Churney, RN, MS/outpatient services; and Mary Beth Dastalfo, RN/New Beginnings co-coordinator.

Grants galore and more!

WMCHC celebrates nurses week HONESDALE, PA — May 6 through 12 marks Nurses Week each year. Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) and Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) has released a … more

5/13/21

The Building Better Blox Initiative is working with Community ReBuilders, a program sponsored by Pattern for Progress, to transform distressed properties (dilapidated buildings and vacant lots) in Newburgh into newly constructed, efficient and affordable homes with repurposed shipping containers, similar to this provided example.

Lighting the fire under great ideas

There are great ideas floating around this area, and Community ReBuilders—a program offered through Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress—is giving them a solid foundation. Community … more

By JANE ANDERSON | 5/12/21

The worst of times can bring out the best in people, as many Texans discovered during a terrible winter storm.

Apartment Living Fosters Much Needed Sense Of Community

(NAPSI)—Communities are more than groups of people who live together in the same geographical area. In their truest sense, communities transcend the physical spaces they occupy to become places … more

5/11/21

Seated are farm bureau president Tim Jaggars, left, and women's leadership chair Bonnie LaTourette. Standing are Kristina Russo of the Newfoundland Public Library, left, Lynn Scramuzza of the Hamlin Community Library, Lauren Jensen of the Northern Wayne Community Library and Tracy Schwarz of the Wayne County Public Library.

Thomspon announces Spring Cleanup, Wayne County Community Foundation focuses on recovery and more

DRBC announces start of basin-wide reservoir storage study DELAWARE RIVER — The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) announced the start of a basin-wide study to explore the … more

4/22/21

Wayne to receive direct USDA support

HONESDALE, PA — There was a clear sense of optimism as leaders of Wayne Tomorrow—Wayne County’s public-private community and economic development group—announced that the U.S. … more

By OWEN WALSH | 4/1/21

Wayne Woodlands Manor Employee of the Year 2020 Kathy Piorkowski, RN, is flanked by director of nursing Kelly Miller, RN, left, and Wayne Woodlands Administrator Michael Freund.

‘K-P’ is Wayne Woodlands Employee of the Year 2020 and more

What's going on in health, wellness and community April 1 to 7 more

3/31/21

Think you can’t afford a home?

MONTICELLO, NY — If you’ve wanted to buy a home but didn’t think you could afford the upfront costs, help is out there. At 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 24, there will be … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 3/18/21

People wait in line for the COVID-19 vaccine at the Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers’ site at the Stourbridge Professional Complex, Honesdale on February 5th.

Wayne Memorial receives largest vaccine allocation yet

HONESDALE, PA — Officials for Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) confirmed on Monday, March 15 that they have received their highest weekly allocation of COVID-19 vaccines to date, … more

3/15/21

Photo: Tneth-grade students Justinn Brockway, left, and Adam Frey put Chromebooks to good use at Delaware Valley High.

School kids get Chromebooks, Sunshine Library Memorial and more

$16,000 in scholarships available to students NEW YORK — Assemblyman Joseph Angelino, a member of the New York Conference of Italian-American Legislators, announced the availability of four … more

3/3/21

Todd Grodin, left, gives masks to Debbie Diddert, manager of the Rock Hill SPCA, Barbara Ferrante, board member and Kathryn Grodin, rotarian.

WJFF community meeting, workplace COVID-19 testing and more

Regina McKenny-Snead recipient of Fallsburg Alumni Association’s Lawrence Kotin Award FALLSBURG, NY — The Fallsburg Alumni Association presented its first-ever Lawrence Kotin Award. … more

2/25/21

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