MONTICELLO, N.Y. (Nov. 21, 2025) — The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce announced Friday that President and CEO Ashley Leavitt has resigned from her position for personal reasons. In a statement, the…
Author: Tim Bruno
Transgender Day of Remembrance Spotlights Violence, Resilience, and Community Action
Today, Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) honors transgender individuals lost to anti-trans violence, shining a spotlight on a crisis that continues to affect the community nationwide. Tekla Taylor, public education specialist at…
VKB Band and the B2s Join Forces at The Muse
On Friday night, The Muse in Rosendale won’t just be hosting a concert — it will become the meeting place of two vibrant musical worlds. VKB Band, aka Vicki Kristina Barcelona, the…
Bethel Development Moratorium at Standstill After Tie Vote
A proposed one-year moratorium on new high-density residential development in Bethel is at a standstill after a 2-2 tie vote at the town board meeting. The tie came with one board member…
Federal Government Cancels Local Naturalization Ceremonies in Tompkins and Broome Counties
The federal government has canceled local naturalization ceremonies for prospective citizens in counties across New York. The ceremony is the last step in the U.S. citizenship process. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services…
Rockland CSD Names Keith Lewis Interim Superintendent Ahead of 2025-26 School Year
The Rockland Central School District Board of Education has appointed Keith Lewis as interim superintendent, the board announced during its Nov. 18 meeting. Lewis will assume the role on Monday, Dec. 1,…
Siena Poll: Hochul Maintains Early Lead Over Stefanik; Delgado Struggles
New York’s gubernatorial election isn’t until November 2026, but the race is already starting to shape up. We’re beginning to get our first idea of how New Yorkers across the state are…
Ulster County and Ukraine’s Chernivtsi Region Launch First ‘Sister Community’ Agriculture Exchange
Ulster County and Ukraine’s Chernivtsi Region are breaking new ground — virtually. On Wednesday, officials and farmers from both regions held their first “Sister Community” forum focused on agriculture, marking the start…
Warming Centers Open for the Season in Sullivan County
Monticello, N.Y. – Sullivan County’s warming centers in Liberty and Monticello will open Friday, Nov. 21, providing overnight shelter for anyone in need through mid-April 2026. The centers are located at: United…
