New York plans to build a nuclear power plant in the upstate region, becoming the first state to pursue a major new facility in more than 15 years. Gov. Kathy Hochul made…
Day: June 23, 2025
Older Farmers Worry Trump’s Budget Cuts Will Devastate Community and Aid in the Catskills
Farmers market season is officially here in the Catskills, but many farmers are still navigating the combined loss of federal funding freezes, new tariffs on agricultural products, and a broader loss of…
Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Callicoon Area, Public Health Officials Urge Caution
(June 23, 2025) — The Sullivan County Department of Public Health has confirmed that a raccoon found near the hamlet of Callicoon,NY, has tested positive for the rabies virus, prompting renewed warnings…
How to Stay Safe and Cool in Extreme Heat as Temperatures Soar
Dangerously hot and humid conditions will continue through Wednesday. “Feels-like” temps will reach over 100° in several areas in the region. Extreme heat and humidity can be more than just uncomfortable—they can…
New York’s PFAS Battle: What Lawmakers Did—and Didn’t—Do This Session
As New York’s legislative session comes to a close, the fight against PFAS contamination—those toxic “forever chemicals” linked to serious health risks—is far from over. Despite early leadership in regulating PFAS in…