Hunger remains a daily reality for hundreds of thousands of people across the Hudson Valley, even as food banks struggle to keep pace with rising costs and major federal funding cuts. More…
Day: December 23, 2025
Late Budget, Public Safety Fights and a Political Shakeup Define New York Politics in 2025
A late, record-breaking state budget, emotional battles over medical aid in dying and a historic New York City mayoral election defined a turbulent year in New York politics. From the New York…
PA Elections in 2025: Administrative Hurdles and Public Trust
Pennsylvania’s elections in 2025 were marked more by administrative challenges than by disputes over results, according to Carter Walker, reporter for VoteBeat PA and Spotlight PA. Luzerne County, which gained national attention…
Yes, Virginia, Sullivan County Recycles Christmas Trees
Monticello, N.Y. – Sullivan County residents, businesses, and visitors can retire their Christmas trees for free at any of the county’s six transfer stations from Dec. 26 through Jan. 31. Trees can…
Incarcerated Advocate Calls for Expanded Presidential Pardon Power on Radio Catskill
An incarcerated prison reform advocate is calling for a major expansion of presidential clemency authority. In an interview with Radio Catskill, Atiq Weston outlined his proposal, the Presidential Pardon Powers Act of…
Eldred Students Launch “Souper Bowl” Food Drive — Friendly Competition to Fight Hunger
Eldred Junior-Senior High School and GRM Elementary are turning the Super Bowl into a chance to give back. The schools are collecting canned goods in a friendly “Souper Bowl” competition running through…