MONTICELLO, NY— The Sullivan County Legislature is accepting applications for its 2026 Legislative Discretionary Contract Program, offering funding to eligible nonprofit and civic organizations on a rolling basis throughout the year. The…
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Grab a Piece of Cyndi Lauper’s ‘True Colors’ at Barryville Closet Clearance Sale
Fans in New York City braved cold January streets for a rare glimpse into Cindy Lauper’s personal wardrobe. For two days, the pop icon opened her closet, offering over 20 years of stage…
Richard Hoehler’s ‘Songs of Love and Outrage’ Combines Folk, Justice, and Heart
This Valentine’s Day, Richard Hoehler takes the stage at Krauss Recital Hall in Narrowsburg with “Songs of Love and Outrage,” a concert that blends personal reflection with social awareness. Inspired by folk…
Hidden Black History: Ulster County’s Forgotten Baseball Legacy
Kingston, NY — As Black History Month continues, Ulster County is shining a light on a lesser-known but remarkable chapter of its past: the role of Black players and communities in 19th-century…
After 20-Year Tax Break, Bethel Woods Seeks Another Exemption That Could Result in School Revenue Loss
Bethel, N.Y. – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts is seeking another property tax exemption for the next 10 years from the Sullivan County Industrial Development Agency (IDA), but the Monticello Central…
New Regional Community Foundation Forms, Managing $71 Million in Local Giving
A major philanthropic merger in the Hudson Valley and Catskills is now official — and it could reshape how charitable giving works across the region. Last month, the New York State Attorney…
Connect, Move, Thrive: The Community-Driven Health Model of Sullivan Club 180
February is often a month for thinking about health—heart health, mental health, and the habits we hope to build for the year. But experts agree that staying healthy is easier when you’re…
“Please Stay Away”: Chester Supervisor Pushes Back Against Proposed ICE Facility
Chester, NY — Town of Chester Supervisor Brandon Holdridge is at the forefront of local resistance to a proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in a former Pep Boys warehouse…
NY FOCUS: ‘I’m a Human Rights Violator’: Staff at Youth Prison Recount Lockdowns, Turmoil, 24-Hour Shifts
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. CRIMINAL JUSTICE · February 4, 2026 A yearslong staffing…