As federal immigration enforcement actions escalate across the country, rural communities in the Catskills and Northeast Pennsylvania are feeling the ripple effects—prompting fear among immigrant families, disruption to daily life, and…
Author: Tim Bruno
Science Stories with Joe Johnson
This week, our resident science guy Joe Johnson dives into a trio of surprising and thought-provoking discoveries—from an ancient agricultural marvel buried beneath Michigan forests to the latest in space exploration, and…
Rockland Central School District Unveils New Mascot and School Colors
The newly unified Rockland Central School District has officially adopted the Wolves as its mascot and purple and black as its school colors, following a months-long process centered on student input and…
Hunger Deepens Across the Hudson Valley as Federal Food Aid Programs Face Cuts
As food insecurity increases across the Hudson Valley, federal food assistance programs that serve as a lifeline for families are being slashed—leaving local food banks scrambling to fill the widening gap….
Bresnahan’s First Six Months: Business-Focused Agenda Sparks Praise and Pushback in PA-8
Congressman Rob Bresnahan, six months into his first term representing Pennsylvania’s 8th Congressional District, has carved out a reputation as a business-first lawmaker—an approach that’s winning some local support while drawing…
Student Rockers Share Spotlight with Teaching Artists at Bethel Woods
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts will turn up the volume for its Horizon Happy Hour on June 11, showcasing a lineup that celebrates rock and roll across generations. Writer, musician, and…
NY Lawmakers Pass Medically Assisted Suicide Bill
New York state senators approved a bill Monday that would give people with terminal illnesses the legal right to end their own lives, though it remains unclear whether Gov. Kathy Hochul will…
Bethel to Host Environmental Open House Forum Focused on Climate, Energy, and Water Solutions
Residents and businesses in the Town of Bethel are invited to explore practical, local solutions for a more sustainable future at the Environmental Open House Forum, scheduled for Saturday, June 15 from…
Sullivan BOCES Launches Free Summer Meal Program for Local Youth
Liberty, NY — June 9, 2025 — The Sullivan County Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) has announced its participation in the federally funded Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), providing free meals…
