The Rockland Central School District Board of Education has approved a $32 million budget proposal for the upcoming 2025-26 school year. The budget will be up for a vote by district residents…
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How to Stop Dreading the Workweek
In the latest episode of their You Can Trust Yourself podcast, hosts Maggi and Megan tell listeners to ditch the Monday dread and actually enjoy your week — not just survive it….
Ultra-Short Film Festival Submission Deadline Closes Shortly
It’s one of the most unique film events happening right here in the Catskills. The Too Short to Suck Film Festival and Awards Show is returning to Parksville, NY, for its second…
Borscht Belt Artifacts: Relics of the Catskill Resort Age
Alex Prizgintas is a local author, musician, and historian whose passion for preserving the legacy of the Catskills’ famed Borscht Belt has captured the attention of audiences across the region. Through his…
Think Dandelions Are Just Pesky Weeds? Think Again.
Spring is in the air — and so are the dandelions. At the 2nd Annual Dandelion Festival on May 4 at Momo Global Flowers Farm in Jeffersonville, NY, organizers hope to change…
Ulster County Becomes First US County to Establish Sister Community with Ukraine
Ulster County has taken a historic step in support of Ukraine, becoming the first county in the United States to establish a “Sister Community” agreement with a region in the war-torn nation….
How Medicaid Cuts Could Impact New Yorkers, NEPA
A new report from The Commonwealth Fund paints a stark picture of what could happen if Congress moves forward with proposed Medicaid cuts. Nearly 900,000 jobs lost. A $95 billion hit to…
Liberty Central School District Unveils $68.5 Million Budget Proposal
The Liberty Central School District Board of Education has approved a $68.5 million budget proposal for the 2025-26 school year that aims to maintain current programs and services without increasing the tax…
Summer HEAP Applications Are Now Open – What You Need to Know
HEAP applications to keep your home cool this summer are now open. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federal program that helps residents keep their homes cool and…