This Valentine’s Day, Richard Hoehler takes the stage at Krauss Recital Hall in Narrowsburg with “Songs of Love and Outrage,” a concert that blends personal reflection with social awareness. Inspired by folk…
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Hidden Black History: Ulster County’s Forgotten Baseball Legacy
Kingston, NY — As Black History Month continues, Ulster County is shining a light on a lesser-known but remarkable chapter of its past: the role of Black players and communities in 19th-century…
New Regional Community Foundation Forms, Managing $71 Million in Local Giving
A major philanthropic merger in the Hudson Valley and Catskills is now official — and it could reshape how charitable giving works across the region. Last month, the New York State Attorney…
Connect, Move, Thrive: The Community-Driven Health Model of Sullivan Club 180
February is often a month for thinking about health—heart health, mental health, and the habits we hope to build for the year. But experts agree that staying healthy is easier when you’re…
Catskill Mountainkeeper on Route 17 Expansion, Hochul’s Budget, and 20-Year Anniversary
Fighting Route 17’s highway expansion and fracking in New York are a few of the biggest fights Catskill Mountainkeeper has championed over the decades. This year, the environmental advocacy nonprofit turns 20…
High Schoolers Take the Lead in New Youth Program at Western Sullivan Libraries
The Western Sullivan Public Libraries are expanding their role as a community learning hub this spring — with new programs that put teens in leadership roles and bring kids together around math,…
Liberty Town Historian Named State Finalist in National 250th Anniversary Project
Town Historian and middle school history teacher, Kort Wheeler, has his eyes on bringing Liberty back into the limelight. Wheeler was named the town historian for Liberty a year ago, and his…
In Ellenville, Juniper Grows a New Space for Wellness, Art, and Community
Ellenville, NY — A new hub for wellness, creativity, and community is opening in Ellenville this week. Juniper, co-founded by Adrian DiMatteo and Cassie Luzenski, is a cultural and wellness center offering…
New York’s Citizens’ Preparedness Corps Teaches Residents How to Weather Any Storm
After Superstorm Sandy, New York launched the Citizens’ Preparedness Corps (CPC) to teach residents how to handle emergencies—from storms and floods to power outages. Maria Pfegel of the program says: “Most people believe they’re more…