In a stunning political shift, Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani’s decisive victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary has not only toppled former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s attempted comeback but also stirred speculation about…
Author: Patricio Robayo
Unofficial Results and Takeaways from June 24th Primary Election
Polls have closed and ballots have been counted in New York’s June 24 primary. From hotly contested races in Sullivan County to historic shifts in Woodstock, voters across the Hudson…
NY FOCUS: State Legislative Leaders Pass Last-Minute Prison Oversight Package
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. CRIMINAL JUSTICE · June 13, 2025 The bill package…
As Summer Travel Begins, Health Officials Urge Caution to Prevent Measles Spread
With four confirmed cases of measles recently reported in neighboring Orange County and over 1,000 cases nationwide this year, local health officials are urging residents to take action to prevent a wider…
Recognizing the Signs: New Alzheimer’s Data Prompts Urgent Awareness Push
As June marks Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is amplifying efforts to educate the public on the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, with new data revealing that over…
Garnet Health Announces 42 Layoffs and Critical Program Cuts in Orange and Sullivan Counties
In a press release issued this week, Garnet Health said it is cutting 42 positions and scaling back select outpatient services in an effort to manage ongoing financial strains. Garnet Health announced…
Schiff vs. Dymond: Sullivan County GOP Sheriff Race Takes Center Stage
The most closely watched race in Sullivan County this election season is the Republican primary for County Sheriff. The contest pits longtime incumbent Michael Schiff against challenger Timothy Dymond,…
The Hidden Mental Health Crisis Facing New Dads
By Patricio Robayo As millions prepare to celebrate Father’s Day this Sunday, mental health professionals are calling attention to a lesser-known reality facing thousands of new fathers: paternal postpartum depression. Often overshadowed…
Schiff Responds to Viral Video Allegations in Heated Sullivan County Sheriff’s Race
A video that’s been making the rounds on Facebook has sparked controversy and political tension in Sullivan County just weeks before the Republican primary for sheriff. The video alleges an improper…