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The federal funding freeze announced by the Trump administration is destabilizing some local programs despite court interventions. In the wake of frozen federal funding, the Sullivan Fresh Food Security Program is grappling with financial uncertainties but remains committed to providing essential food resources to the community.  The initiative, a collaboration between Cornell Cooperative Extensio...

One of the most commonly used stimulants in the world is caffeine. According to recent research, over 90% of adults use it regularly to improve alertness, energy levels, and their mood. There are many debates about whether or not caffeine is good or bad for you. The purpose of this article is not to consider that fact, but to provide you with a few ways you can make your caffeine intake a little b...

The Overlook , a new nonprofit newspaper, describes itself as "community journalism serving Hunter, Hurley, Olive, Saugerties, Shandaken and Woodstock." At a time when newspapers in America are disappearing at a rate of about 2.5 per week, The Overlook is attempting to buck that trend with community coverage and investigative reporting, served up weekly, in a free subscription model. In the latest...

Three prominent members of the ultraconservative House Freedom Caucus are appealing to fellow Republicans not to get in the way of making massive cuts to Medicaid — likely necessary for financing the party-line bill to enact broad swaths of President Donald Trump's domestic agenda, according to reporting by Politico. In an op-ed for Fox News on Monday, Freedom Caucus Chair Andy Harris and members...

The Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of Commerce has announced the recipients of its annual Two-Headed Trout Awards, recognizing the Dette family and Phil and Donna Vallone for their contributions to the community. The awards will be presented at the 64th Annual Two-Headed Trout Dinner, the Chamber's main fundraiser, on Saturday, April 5, at the historic Rockland House.  Wendy LaManque, co-chair of the Two...

As fear grows over issues like deportation, family separation, and cuts to vital services, faith leaders in Pike County are uniting to address a critical issue: mercy for the vulnerable.  Inspired by a sermon from Episcopal Bishop Mariann Budde of the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., Delaware Valley Action! is hosting a roundtable discussion with local faith leaders on March 12 from 6:00 to...

It’s Flood Safety Awareness Week in New York State. The annual campaign, held in partnership with the National Weather Service (NWS), aims to remind New Yorkers about the dangers of flooding and how to prepare for emergencies. The NWS emphasizes that flooding can occur any time of year in New York, urging residents to stay informed about weather and river forecasts, especially those living near st...

The Ulster County Department of Health is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles as cases continue to rise across the globe and in the United States. While no cases have been identified in Ulster County, the health department emphasizes the importance of proactive measures to protect individuals and the community.  As of 2024, the CDC has reported over 164 measles cases in nine states,...

Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties, which provides addiction, food, shelter and immigration legal services, will lay off almost half of its workforce, according to a notice filed with the state Department of Labor. According to the Times Union , the nonprofit, one of the human service agencies of the Archdiocese of New York , is ending chemical dependency treatment and admi...

At a budget hearing last week, Albany lawmakers focused on housing, which remains one of the biggest expenses for New Yorkers and plays a key role in the state's overall affordability. Governor Kathy Hochul's proposed 2025 budget continues her push to address the state's housing shortage by expanding efforts to build new housing units. This plan builds on existing initiatives while introducing new...

As we’ve been reporting, NYSEG and other electricity customers have experienced dramatic spikes in their electric bills this winter, with some seeing their costs double or even triple.  Some NYSEG customers have taken drastic measures in recent months to combat sky-high energy bills: unplugging every appliance before bed, layering up instead of turning the thermostat above 60, and even turning off...

On Sunday, March 9 at 2:00 a.m.,  it will be time to Spring Forward and set your clocks ahead by one hour to enter Daylight Savings Time.  According to the CDC, switching to Daylight Savings Time can disturb sleep, cause health issues, and lead to an increase in traffic accidents and work-safety events.  As part of the upcoming Sleep Awareness Month in March,  Garnet Health Sleep Medicine provider...

International Women’s Day is Saturday and this year’s theme is 'Accelerate Action', a global call to recognize tactics, tools, and methods that support women's progress in various areas of life. Farm Arts Collective is celebrating the day at the Agri-Cultural Center at Willow Wisp Organic Farm in Damascus PA, with afternoon of art, food, and empowerment. Attendees will have the chance to connect w...

Our resident science guy Joe Johnson is back with some science stories that caught his eye recently, including the commercial spacecraft carrying NASA experiments that successfully touched down on the moon's surface early Sunday morning, ushering in a new phase of private space exploration.

Two Sullivan County school districts will implement a new mental health initiative aimed at preventing youth suicide, and all three districts in the county will participate in a program to evaluate their mental health services. Sullivan 180, a local non-profit organization, is partnering with the Fallsburg and Eldred school districts to launch a three-year pilot program called Hope Squad in their...

Local representatives and members of the Trump administration met this weekend to discuss ways to fight the ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin, in order to return drilling rights to property owners in Wayne and Pike counties, and to help make Northeastern Pennsylvania the Artificial Intelligence (AI) capital of the world. Representative Rob Bresnahan, the newly-elected congressman for Pen...

The state Department of Corrections has begun firing and fining corrections officers who have not returned to work as the prison wildcat strike enters its third week. Less than 10 officers have been terminated, and more than 350 officers are facing civil contempt charges that are being filed by the state Attorney General’s office, officials said. The state’s shift to punitive measures comes after...

A new local monthly queer book club is offering an inclusive, welcoming space for community members to come together, read, discuss, and celebrate queer literature.  The club, which starts this Sunday in Narrowsburg, NY, at 2 Queens Coffee, aims to foster a sense of camaraderie among readers while creating a supportive environment for open conversation about LGBTQ+ themes and experiences. The new...

Following President Trump's heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House last week, some Ukrainian New Yorkers were left feeling upset. Over the weekend, leaders from over a dozen countries got together to discuss a roadmap to peace and security for Ukraine, as the country faces its third year of war with Russia. The emergency summit was also aimed at working to...

If you have a teen or know a teen with a creative spark, "Project Identity: Open Studios" at Bethel Woods provides a unique and supportive environment for young people to explore their interests in music, digital art, animation, and design. With access to professional-grade tools, expert mentorship, and the space to collaborate with peers, the program is designed to unlock their potential and insp...

The Trump administration's recent policy shift allowing immigration raids in healthcare facilities has sparked pushback from healthcare workers. The unions argue that the policy would deter migrants from seeking vital medical care, creating an atmosphere of fear in healthcare settings.  Milly Silva, Treasury Secretary of United Healthcare Workers East spoke to Radio Catskill's Miguel Santiago Colo...

A growing number of New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG) customers have reported staggering increases in their electric bills this winter, with some seeing charges soar by double or even triple figures. This surge in energy costs has left many families struggling to understand the cause, with some residents expressing frustration over the sudden financial burden. In response to mounting pressur...

Farmers and environmental advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) after the agency removed numerous climate change-related tools, data sets, and services from its website.  The lawsuit, led by the nonprofit Earthjustice, claims the removal of vital resources was unlawful and harmful to farmers across the country. Wes Gillingham, a New York farmer, a f...

More and more people in New York are upset with New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) over high bills. Many say they don’t understand why their bills have doubled or tripled, and they aren’t getting clear answers from NYSEG.  A public workshop is scheduled to be held at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701, on February 27 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the...

Our resident science guy Joe Johnson has some science stories that caught his eye this week, including updates on that asteroid that was getting (kind of) close to Earth; the first asteroid mining spacecraft heading to the launchpad this week; the parade of planets; and a new volcanic island forming in the Pacific Ocean.