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In mid-September, a small group of mutual aid workers assembled several dozen migrant men from a nearby shelter and brought them to Bushwick City Farm.  These volunteers started discussing with the men the idea of leaving New York, given the city's chaotic conditions and limited space. The question was, where could they relocate? New York Focus interviewed four migrants at the Stockton Street Resp...

Local Reaction: Rabbi Lawrence Zierler of Sullivan County shares thoughts on the ongoing Middle East conflict. His son, currently in Jerusalem, has been called into duty as the Rabbi recounts.  For more local news, tune in to Radio Chatskill Weekdays at 10 am and The Local Edition Weeknights at 6 pm

Welcome to Radio Catskill’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month where we honor the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities in Sullivan County. Enrique Velasquez was one of the first students of the Liberty Partnership Program (LLP), in 2017 and now serving as a mentor to students in the Liberty LLP program, and recently graduated from SUNY Sul...

Welcome to Radio Catskill’s celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month where we honor the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities in Sullivan County. Veronica Serrano’s journey to becoming the Kenneth L. Rutherford Elementary School was anything but typical. 

During the latest legislative meeting, District 8 Sullivan County Legislator Ira Steingart proposed a resolution to oust Legislator Rob Doherty from his position as Chairman of the Legislative Body. “I  think it's an embarrassing time for us, to be quite frank. I decided not to run again. Because for the first time, I'm embarrassed to be a legislator with how we conducted ourselves and how people...

A powerful explosion that hit Patio Homes in Kiamesha Lake around 12:30 pm on Saturday, September 30. According to NY State Police, the cause of the explosion was a propane leak, resulting in three injuries, and the victims were transported to Westchester Medical Center, where they are listed in critical condition.  “Almost 50 years of fire service I've never seen anything like this. It's crazy,”...

Barry Wallenstein, the author of eleven poetry collections, including his latest work "It's About Time," has been featured in more than 100 journals, such as the American Poetry Review and Manhattan Review.  This Saturday, he will be hosting a jazz concert where he will blend his poetry with music alongside Steve Carlin. This event is a part of the Liberty Poetry Festival and is scheduled to comme...

Thompson, New York. Thompson Town Supervisors, William J. Rieber, Jr. and Fallburg's Katherine Rappaport, have just given their official nod to the petition for the formation of the Village of Ateres within the Town of Thompson. But this isn't just a straightforward decision. In August 2023, near Kiamesha Lake, New York, residents gathered to discuss the inception of Ateres, a new village with gra...

If you currently reside in Sullivan County, your garbage is currently transported to the Seneca Meadows Landfill in Seneca County, New York, as Sullivan County has not had its own landfill for approximately two decades. However, this situation could be undergoing a transformation, as Liam Mayo reports.

According to data from the CDC, there has been a notable 31% increase in hospitalizations within the past two weeks in the State of New York. This surge comes in the backdrop of the prevalent EG.5 variant, which has been identified as a relatively mild strain of the virus. Additionally, health authorities are currently closely monitoring a new variant labeled as New BA.2.86, as announced by the Ne...

Once more, the people living in Thompson and Fallsburg came together for a combined public hearing involving the Fallsburg and Thompson towns.  The purpose of the hearing was to discuss a petition for establishing a new village  Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo has more…

Gods in Shackles is a documentary that uncovers the mistreatment of elephants used in festivals.  According to the documentary, the elephants are being exploited for profit under the guise of culture and religion.  The film hopes to increase awareness to inspire individuals and policymakers to take action and improve the living conditions of both captive and wild elephants, offering a brighter fut...

Radio Catskill and the Sullivan County Chapter of the NAACP have joined forces to engage with voters like yourself. The forum aimed to gain a deeper understanding of your viewpoints, whether you hold the belief that your vote holds significance or not. We are joined with: Sullivan County NAACP: Sean Wall-Carty, Thomas Rue League of Women Voters, Pike County, Elizabeth Forrest League of Women Voter...

Mike Osterhout, known for his provocative art, has recently unveiled a collection of sculptures in his outdoor garden in Mountaindale. But it's his centerpiece, titled "FECUNDITY," that has grabbed everyone's attention. This sculpture features a topless pregnant mannequin with a tree sprouting from its head. Unfortunately, just days later, Osterhout's artwork was found toppled to the ground. He ch...

On August 3rd near Kiamesha Lake. Residents gathered at the Shul Gibbers on 169 Barnes Blvd for a public hearing addressing the creation of a new village within the Town of Thompson – the Village of Ateres. The joint hearing, led by Thompson Town Supervisor William Rieber Jr. and Fallsburg Supervisor Katherine Rappaport, had a clear focus: determining the legal sufficiency of the petition to creat...

This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a non-profit news publication investigating how power works in New York state. Sign up for their newsletter here . Prescribed burns are banned in New York’s largest tracts of forest, but some rangers say they need to torch the brush to save the trees. The state of New York has historically enjoyed conditions that suppress the occurrence of wildfire...

Delaware Currents is a news project that tells the story of the Delaware River, starting from its origin in the Catskill Mountains of New York and flowing all the way to Delaware Bay. Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo recently spoke to Meg McGuire, the founder and publisher of Delaware Currents, discussing how severe weather threatens us all.

The Town of Fallsburg has seen remarkable growth over the past few years, which has resulted in increased demand for resources, especially water and sewer utilities. Unfortunately, the current infrastructure falls short of meeting the state's standards to accommodate future growth during peak months of July and August. Radio Catskill's  Patricio Robayo Explores Fallsburg's Future Growth

In many rural upstate communities, eviction rates are higher now than before the pandemic. Places like Liberty, in the Sullivan Catskills, have been hardest hit due to a lack of housing supply at multiple income levels. This story is part of a reporting partnership between Radio Catskill and The Times Union exploring the housing crisis in rural communities. 

The Delaware County Board of Supervisors has announced a collaboration between the U.S. military and the County of Delaware for an Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) program. This program is supported by the  U.S. Department of Defense and aims to prepare military personnel for potential future deployment missions both within the country and worldwide. From July 11th to the 19th, the program will...

Delaware Currents is a news project that tells the story of the Delaware River, starting from its origin in the Catskill Mountains of New York and flowing all the way to Delaware Bay. Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo recently spoke to Meg McGuire, the founder and publisher of Delaware Currents, discussing the recent postponement of the Delaware Aqueduct and its impact on residents.

Sullivan County has started early voting for the Republican primary race of District Attorney.  The early voting period will extend until June 25, with the official primary voting day scheduled for June 27.  One of the candidates contending for the position is Acting District Attorney Brian Conaty who is running against Deputy County Attorney Tom Cawley.  Acting District Attorney Brian Conaty hare...

Sullivan County has started early voting for the Republican primary race of District Attorney.  The early voting period will extend until June 25, with the official primary voting day scheduled for June 27.  One of the candidates contending for the position is Deputy County Attorney Tom Cawley, who is running against Acting District Attorney Brian Conaty.  We are joined by Deputy County Attorney T...

Kia Willam'sinal weeks began with a visit to Ghana to be with her Ghanaian partner. Unfortunately, visa issues made it challenging for her to return home to Barryville. As the days turned into weeks, Kia discovered she was pregnant with twins, bringing joy to her family who had never experienced twins before. Tragically, around 10 weeks into her pregnancy, Kia passed away, leaving her loved ones d...

In this episode, Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger sits down with Radio Catskill's Jason Dole to discuss a variety of pressing topics affecting the county and beyond. From the recent Central Hudson electrical bill scandal to Metzger's ongoing efforts to combat climate change, the conversation covers a lot of ground. They also dive into the resignation of Ulster County’s longtime Finance Commissi...