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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…
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…
Amanda Ward: Honoring Her Father and Celebrating Black History Month
Sullivan County Legislator Amanda Ward, who represents District 8, shares the story of her late father, Roland “The Gator” Ward, and his lasting contributions to the county. From his early days with…
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…
Tentative Deal Reached to End Prison Strike as Chemical Exposure Concerns Grow at Woodbourne Correctional
A tentative deal has been reached between New York State and the New York State Correctional Officers and Police Benevolent Association (NYSCOPBA) to end the ongoing prison strike that has disrupted nearly…