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…
Author: Tim Bruno
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…
Celebrating 25 Years of Old Skool Sessions: A Radio Legacy of Hip-Hop, Funk, and Soul
For 25 years, Old Skool Sessions has been spinning vinyl, sharing deep cuts, and keeping the spirit of classic hip-hop, funk, and soul alive on the airwaves. This weekend, fans of the…
Rediscovering Fanny Palmer: 19th-Century American Artist on View in Narrowsburg
Once overlooked by history, 19th-century American artist Fanny Palmer is finally getting her moment in the spotlight. An exhibit of her original works, paired with household items inspired by her lithographs, is…
Zipper Junction Project Brings Holiday Joy to Hundreds of Local Children
Since 2017, the Zipper Junction Project’s Holiday Toy Drive has been more than just a gift-giving program—it’s become a lifeline for families across Wayne and Pike counties. Each year, it delivers toys,…
$2.6M Secured for South Fallsburg, Margaretville Health and Fire Projects
Congressman Josh Riley, along with U.S. Senators Charles Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, secured $2.634 million in federal funding for critical fire safety and rural health projects in Upstate New York. Riley announced…
Local Nonprofit Provides Holiday Support for Hospitality Workers Facing Food Insecurity
Local organizations are stepping up this holiday season to support families in need through food banks, meal distributions, groceries, warming centers, and community donation drives. Among them, a Pocono Mountains nonprofit is…
NY Talks Over Tesla Buffalo Plant Sputter in ‘Fits and Starts’
The state-owned Tesla factory in Buffalo is once again in flux. The electric automaker, which is behind on its job requirements, has been renegotiating its lease with state officials for the last…
Ulster County Honors 22 Students with Inaugural Sojourner Truth Awards
KINGSTON, N.Y. (Nov. 22, 2025) — Ulster County celebrated its first-ever Sojourner Truth Awards on Saturday, recognizing 22 high school students for their courage, resilience, leadership, and community advocacy. The ceremony, held…
