New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik (R), has been selected by President-elect Donald Trump to serve as UN ambassador in his upcoming administration. If she is confirmed, that would trigger a special election…
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New York Democratic Chair Calls Election Outcome a Surprise, Says Party Can’t Focus on Cultural Issues Going Forward
New York Democrats came into the election working feverishly to flip several key House seats, and they largely succeeded. But that was a rare bright spot during a huge performance for Republicans…
NY State Parks Employee Dies Fighting Wildfire; Ulster Fire 90% Contained
One person is dead as firefighters continue to battle a wildfire near the Orange County village of Greenwood Lake. New York State Police say 18-year-old Dariel Vasquez — a park ranger with…
A View From the Bridge: Community Members Gather for Peace
Since October 2023, members of the community have gathered on the Narrowsburg-Darbytown Bridge every Saturday evening calling for peace in Gaza. Radio Catskill’s Rosie Starr spoke to some of the folks standing…
Veteran Journalist Nina Burleigh on What To Expect in the “Trump 2.0” Administration
Nina Burleigh is a journalist, best-selling author, documentary producer, and publisher of a substack on politics called American Freakshow, a weekly newsletter keeping an eye on MAGA extremism. Appearing on Radio Chatskill,…
NYC DEP Updates on Drought Watch and Aqueduct Repair
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has declared a drought watch for 15 counties across the state, due to significantly reduced rainfall and declining water levels in streams and…
Hochul Congratulates Trump, but Says She’s Preparing for His Return to the White House
Gov. Kathy Hochul congratulated president-elect Donald Trump from New York City Wednesday, and talked about how she’s preparing for his second stint in the White House. “While we honor the results of…
NYSDOT Schedules Public Open House on Route 17’s Exit 114
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT), in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), is leading a series of projects to enhance the NYS Route 17 corridor. NYSDOT is holding…
Sullivan County Artists Can Apply for Grants from Delaware Valley Arts Alliance
Artists and arts organizations in Sullivan County can now apply for funding through the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance (DVAA). The DVAA, which serves as the arts council for the county, administers Arts…