Unofficial Nov. 4 results show incumbents largely held key posts, Democrats performed well in contested races, and write-in campaigns influenced outcomes in several towns. Top Five Takeaways: 1. Sullivan Sheriff Reelected: Mike…
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NY Voters Narrowly Approve Prop 1 to Protect Land and Make Amends in the Adirondacks
Voters in New York narrowly approved Proposition 1, a ballot measure that fixes a constitutional violation in the Adirondacks and will eventually add 2,500 acres to the Forest Preserve in the park….
How Elizabeth Taylor Became a Mother Figure to a Young Broadway Actor
Ann Talman was just 22 when destiny — and a striking resemblance — landed her onstage with Hollywood royalty. The Broadway actor, filmmaker and singer was cast as Elizabeth Taylor’s daughter in…
Met Opera Returns to SUNY Sullivan
The Metropolitan Opera’s live HD simulcasts are back at SUNY Sullivan’s Seelig Theater this Saturday, kicking off the 2025-26 season with Puccini’s beloved La Bohème. La Bohème, the passionate, timeless, and indelible…
New York Health Foundation Pledges $1M to Feed Families Amid SNAP Crisis
As the federal government shutdown drags on, millions of Americans face food insecurity. In New York, 3 million people risk going hungry after SNAP food assistance was delayed and partially funded. The…
Jared’s Law Aims to Curb Underage Drinking, Hold Adults Accountable in Sullivan County
Underage drinking and drug use remain a serious threat in local communities, and officials say Jared’s Law is putting more responsibility directly on adults. The county’s social host law — named for…
Peter Cooney: Milford Borough Councilman Runs for Mayor on Local Focus and Public Safety
Milford Borough Council member Peter Cooney is seeking to become the next mayor of Milford, Pennsylvania, emphasizing his experience in local government and his focus on community safety. Cooney, who has served…
Joel Sierra: “Time for Change” Candidate Challenges Longtime Middletown Mayor
Orange County legislator and former firefighter Joel Sierra says it’s time for new leadership in Middletown. Running under the “Time for Change” line, Sierra is challenging incumbent Mayor Joseph DeStefano, who has…
Stoeckeler Seeks “New Energy” in Wawarsing Supervisor Race
Democratic Town Councilman Joseph Stoeckeler is challenging Republican and Conservative incumbent Terry Houck for Wawarsing Supervisor, calling for “new energy and creative solutions” to tackle housing, jobs, and growth. Stoeckeler, who works…