I’m concerned. While I may come across as flippant, irreverent or just plain vapid, I do think about serious things from time to time. I watch the news with one eye closed, but like most of … more

Eldred, NY, Heroes’ Park Sunday, September 11, 1 p.m. Heroes’ Park, corner of Proctor Road and Route 55, Eldred. Refreshments to follow at the town hall. Mongaup Valley and … more

MILFORD, PA — It’s like the town’s largest book club. A writers’ group, with fans weighing in. And it’s a chance to talk about books, the wonder they offer and the … more

Fall is right around the corner; the leaves are beginning to change their colors, and the animals are enjoying the last few weeks of summer. With the weather changing soon, the animals require … more

Some of us might have run into one or more timber rattlesnakes while hiking on trails over the course of the summer. more

JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — As the rollout date of Friday, September 9, marking the kickoff of Sullivan West’s varsity football season, draws ever closer, the Bulldogs are hard at work. A series of practices were followed on September 3 by a four-team scrimmage. more

It happens every year at this time, right aound the beginning of August. That’s when the first monarch butterflies show up at camp. They float along on the warm afternoon breeze, looking for a last bloom with a bit of nectar, in order to refuel before they undertake the long journey that will eventually lead to Mexico. At least it will for those that survive that arduous and difficult trip. more

Hot weather is in the news, partly because so many areas of the U.S. are experiencing record and prolonged heat, and also because we are learning more about just how dangerous extremely hot weather can be.  more

While in office, T**mp’s alleged criminal actions, especially with regard to the obstruction of justice in the Mueller Russia probe, posed a unique challenge to the Justice Department’s policy memo of October 16, 2000. more

Half of all veterans identify as political independents, and voters increasingly register as unaffiliated with any party.  more

First, I would like to thank Milford Township and Milford Water Authority (MWA) for allowing LVL developers to present their mega-warehouse distribution center to the public. more

“Foundations” is a monthly series examining the fundamentals of local government, talking about how government works and how it impacts people’s lives at the local level. This week, … more

LAKE HUNTINGTON, NY — The Sullivan West Central School District held its monthly school board meeting on August 24, in effect kicking off the 2022-2023 school year; classes started September 6. … more

Missing Pieces gallery to close; final show open now HONESDALE, PA — Come see the final show, “Let’s Get Real,” at the Missing Pieces gallery on Main Street. You can meet … more

HONESDALE, PA — Four new teachers completed their Wayne Highlands School District (WHSD) orientation on Wednesday, August 17, and are ready to begin the new school year. Honesdale High School … more

MONTICELLO, NY — New gun-control regulations went into effect across New York State on September 1. That same day, the Sullivan County Legislature passed a resolution affirming support for the … more

COCHECTON, NY — While patrolling the Delaware River in the Town of Cochecton on August 20, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Officers (ECO), utilizing night vision … more

Town of Thompson to update its master plan MONTICELLO, NY — The Town of Thompson will soon begin the process of updating its comprehensive plan (also called a master plan). The … more

PENNSYLVANIA — The high-profile Senate race between Pennsylvania’s lieutenant governor, John Fetterman, and television’s celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz has a distinctly modern feel. … more

MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County community came together on August 31, International Overdose Awareness Day, to remember those it has lost to substance use disorders. Over 100 people … more