Catskills News Conversations

In this Catskills Conversation, Bold Gold Media NY General Manager DawnCiorciari takes a deeper look at the Sullivan County Substance Use Task Force;an impactful collaboration of local agencies, officials, and community membersworking together to address substance use in Sullivan County, New York. Focusedon reducing stigma, protecting vulnerable populations, and implementingdata-driven prevention...

A number of steps have been taken in Sullivan County to help those dealing with Substance Use.  Dawn Ciorciari, General Manager of Bold Gold Media NY Region, on behalf of Catskills News, sits down for a conversation about access to care and prevention related to substance use, with John Liddle, Commissioner of Health and Human Services, and Commissioner of Social Services, along with Melissa Stick...

Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff sits down with Host Dylan Price to discuss a number of pressing topics in the county including policing in the Village of Monticello, a recent report of a loaded gun being found in the county jail, and how he and his office approach community outreach. All that and more in this Catskills News Conversation.

The social media landscape is constantly changing and Meta has implemented teen accounts to help protect younger individuals utilizing their platforms. Their head of North American Safety sits down with Host Dylan Price to detail all that Meta does to protect young people and constantly adapt their platforms to the changing times. All that, and more!

Terry Grafmuller is a giver, dedicating his time to a number of important causes across Sullivan and the Catskills. As board chair of New Hope Community he plays a pivotal role in the organization's success, and in this 50th year, a big part in the celebration. Grafmuller joins Host Dylan Price to discuss his role, his background, and all the incredible work New Hope does.

Karen Russell was recently named CEO of New Hope Community after 30 years of experience with the team. Now, she leads the incredible organization through their 50th year. Find out more on Karen's story, the monumental milestone (and how they're celebrating), and all about what New Hope does to serve others. All that and more as Karen sits down with Host Dylan Price for this conversation.

From cab driver to one of the biggest voices in comedy and media. Jimmy Failla's story is one worth the listen. He joins Host Dylan Price to talk about the latest happenings in the news, the art of making light of heavy times, his future sports talk career (?) and more!

Host Dylan Price sits down with Scouting America CEO Roger Krone to talk his background, the value of scouting, and the biggest lessons he learned from being an Eagle Scout.

Town of Thompson Highway Superintendent Hayden Carnell joins Host Dylan Price to discuss his background, all about the work he and the town are doing, and the preparations for winter.

Michele Frazier fell in her 2024 bid for NYS Senate, but now, she's back in the ring ahead of next year's election. Hear more on why she's jumping back in so soon, her thoughts on current issues, and more as she sits down with Host Dylan Price.

After 45 years Mike Sakell enters into retirement. For four and a half decades he's been the voice of Sullivan and the Catskills, on today's episode he joins Host Dylan Price to take you on a journey through his career and discuss his legacy.

Ahead of International Overdose Awareness Day, Sullivan County Health & Human Services Commissioner John Liddle joins Mike Sakell for a conversation on the Drug Task Force and to detail the county's fight against the Opioid Crisis. That and more on the latest episode of Catskills News Conversations.

Dorothy Sanchez lost her son Jonathan to drug overdose in September 2024. She joins Mike Sakell to tell her story and discuss all she's doing now to fight for awareness and combat drug addiction.

In an exclusive interview with Host Dylan Price, NYS Assembly Member Paula Kay sits down with Dylan in studio to discuss a number of hot button issues facing Sullivan County and the Catskills. NYSEG rate hikes, all-electric regulations, healthcare shortages, and more are discussed. Plus, Paula breaks down her first 10 months since she was elected and talks more about her background.

Sullivan County's Republican Committee Chairman Greg Goldstein sits down with Host Dylan Price to discuss Senator Oberacker's recent award. Plus Greg gives his evaluation of the national, state, and county's performance in the 2025 year so far.

At the start of July, Liberty Central School District brought in Thomas Zehner to be their new Athletic Director. The Redhawks new AD joins Host Dylan Price to discuss his background, his goals for the program, and updates the community on what's next for some of the school's biggest projects.

News has been swirling about the all-electric mandate coming to New York in 2026. Combined Energy Services owner Mike Taylor has been on the frontlines of the fight against the state for years. Taylor joins Dylan Price to discuss what this means for home owners, the future of the NYS, and what you can do to help the fight.

Sullivan 180 Healthier Generation Coordinator Stacey Trinidad joins Host Dylan Price for a conversation about a partnership from this previous school year with Cornell Cooperative. The partnership benefitted numerous districts across the county and Trinidad talks about some of the accomplishments and goals.

Albee Bockman is a lifelong first responder, founder of Mobilemedic, County Coroner, and now advocate for legislation. After watching a documentary about the autobahn, and a tragic accident, Bockman was inspired with an idea to make it easier for first responders to get to emergency scenes in a timely manner. Hear his inspiration, where his piece of legislation stands, and how you can help, as Boc...

Gary Siegel, longtime member of the Callicoon Center Band joins host Dylan Price to discuss the history and legacy of the band, some of their time honored traditions, and even plays a few tunes.

Sullivan County Fire Coordinator John Hauschild speaks with host Mikd Sakell about the NYS Burn Ban in effect from March 16-May 14 2025.

Catskills Conversations Host Mike Sakell speaks with Sullivan County Commissioner of Division of Community Resources Laura Quigley about the recent launch of Move Sullivan Transportatiion short loop routes introduced in Liberty and Monticello NY.

Catskills News Podcast Host Mike Sakell speaks with New Hope Community Director of Development Janae Myers about the New Hope Foundation, some highlights from 2024 and a look ahead to 2025 and the New Hope Community 50th Anniversary Celebration.

Catskills News Podcast host Mike Sakell speaks with Livingston Manor and Roscoe School Superintendent John Evans on the upcoming school merger vote scheduled for December 19th 2024. Dr. Evans discusses the reasoning behind this years updated merger study and the current information campaign taking place in both the Livingston Manor and Roscoe communities leading up to the merger vote. This is an e...

Host Mike Sakell speaks with Vice President of the Wurtsboro NY Board of Trade Kelly De Guzman as Representatives from the State Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) will be hosting a public forum in Wurtsboro on Wednesday November 20, 2024 at the Emma Chase School in Wurtsboro as the NYS DOT is getting closer to finalizing its plans for bringing Route 17 in...