A controversial proposal to establish a landfill in Ulster County has been placed on indefinite hold following sustained public opposition and mounting environmental concerns. The Ulster County Resource Recovery Agency (UCRRA)…
Author: Patricio Robayo
Recognizing the Warning Signs: Stroke Prevention Starts with Awareness
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More than 795,000 people experience a stroke each year, and it…
Voters Approve Budgets in All Sullivan County School Districts
School budget votes took place Tuesday May 20, 2025 across New York. In Sullivan County, here are the unofficial results from each district: In Eldred, voters approved the $20.3 million budget. They…
Borscht Belt Project Expands in 2025 with New Markers, Events
The legacy of the Borscht Belt continues to thrive across the Catskills. This summer and fall, the Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project—co-founded by photographers Marisa Scheinfeld and Isaac Jeffreys—returns with six new historical markers and an expanded…
Women’s Health Month: Dr. Caroline DeFilippo on Prioritizing Wellness and Preventive Care
May is National Women’s Health Month, a time dedicated to encouraging women and girls to prioritize their health through regular checkups, preventive screenings, mental wellness, and healthy lifestyle choices. To help raise…
2025–2026 School Budget & Board of Education Candidates – Sullivan County, NY
🗳️ 2025–2026 School Budget & Board of Education Candidates – Sullivan County, NY Updated as of May 15, 2025. Below is the list of school districts in Sullivan County, NY (and Port…
Former CDC Director Urges Action as Measles Resurfaces — A Wake-Up Call for Local Communities
As preventable diseases like measles make a resurgence across the U.S., the importance of routine vaccinations and a strong public health system has never been clearer. Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo spoke with Dr. Richard…
Dr. Jessie Moore Urges Vigilance After Measles Advisory Issued in Sullivan County
Sullivan County’s Department of Public Health has issued an advisory after a three confirmed case of measles was reported in neighboring Orange County. With measles being one of the most contagious viral…
Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Crash in Bethel
A pedestrian was struck and killed early Thursday morning, May 8, on Route 17B near Happy Avenue in the Town of Bethel, according to New York State Police. Troopers from the Bureau…