Certain veterans charged with crimes in Ulster County will now be given special consideration. There is now a “problem-solving court” dedicated specifically for them. According to nycourts.gov, “To meet the challenges of…
Day: December 1, 2025
Winter Storm Warning: First Major Snow of the Season Hits Region Tuesday
A Nor’easter is set to bring the first significant snowfall of the season to Sullivan County and much of New York on Tuesday, prompting a Winter Storm Warning from 5 a.m. to…
Need a Laugh This Holiday Season? There’s a Local Humor Committee That Can Help
The holiday season can be joyful, chaotic—and, if the Tusten Humor Committee has its way, exactly the moment we could all use a good laugh. “It’s a complicated question with a…
World AIDS Day: New York Health Officials Note Persistent HIV Disparities Despite Long-Term Progress
On World AIDS Day, New York State health officials say the state has made major progress in reducing HIV infections, but deep disparities and ongoing stigma continue to drive new cases—particularly among…
HEAP Season Opens Dec. 1 After Federal Shutdown Delay
LIBERTY, N.Y. — The 2025-26 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) season will open Dec. 1, following a delay caused by the recent federal government shutdown, according to the New York State Office…