Evelyn Graham-Nyaasi knows what it’s like to be involuntarily committed for mental health treatment. The Manhattan resident, who has bipolar disorder, recalled that in 2018, someone in her home accused her of…
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NEPA Reps, Trump Administration Reopen Fracking Conversation for Delaware River Basin
Local representatives and members of the Trump administration met this weekend to discuss ways to fight the ban on fracking in the Delaware River Basin, in order to return drilling rights to…
Sullivan 180 Launches New Youth Mental Health Initiative
Two Sullivan County school districts will implement a new mental health initiative aimed at preventing youth suicide, and all three districts in the county will participate in a program to evaluate their…
World Record Holder Vern Tejas to Speak in Hurleyville
World record-holding mountain climber Vern Tejas will give a presentation at the Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville on Thursday, March 13, at 1 p.m. The event, hosted by the Frederick Cook Society,…
Corrections Officers Fired as Tentative Deal Fails to End Wildcat Strike
The state Department of Corrections has begun firing and fining corrections officers who have not returned to work as the prison wildcat strike enters its third week. Less than 10 officers have…
New Book Club Celebrates Queer Literature
A new local monthly queer book club is offering an inclusive, welcoming space for community members to come together, read, discuss, and celebrate queer literature. The club, which starts this Sunday in…
Local Ukrainian Reaction to Heated Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting
Following President Trump’s heated exchange with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House last week, some Ukrainian New Yorkers were left feeling upset. Over the weekend, leaders from over a dozen…
With Higher Education Funding at Risk, SUNY and CUNY Students Call for the State to Step In
Some SUNY and CUNY students say if funding for higher education is affected by federal spending cuts under the Trump administration, they hope the state will step in. Federal funding for higher…
Bethel Woods Program for Teens Fostering the Next Generation of Creators
If you have a teen or know a teen with a creative spark, “Project Identity: Open Studios” at Bethel Woods provides a unique and supportive environment for young people to explore their…