As the federal government shutdown drags on, millions of Americans face food insecurity. In New York, 3 million people risk going hungry after SNAP food assistance was delayed and partially funded. The…
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Jared’s Law Aims to Curb Underage Drinking, Hold Adults Accountable in Sullivan County
Underage drinking and drug use remain a serious threat in local communities, and officials say Jared’s Law is putting more responsibility directly on adults. The county’s social host law — named for…
Connor Garvey and Shanna in a Dress Bring Heart and Humor to The Cooperage
One brings awe and stories from the natural world; the other brings jokes about death and a refusal to wear pants. Together, Connor Garvey and Shanna in a Dress promise a River…
Election 2025: Write-in Candidates Offer Voters Another Choice — and a Challenge
As voters head to the polls Tuesday, some may be thinking beyond the names printed on their ballots. Write-in candidates — those whose names must be physically written in by voters…
Federal Judge Orders SNAP Funding During Shutdown; Recipients Could Still See Delays
A federal judge in Rhode Island ruled Friday that the Trump administration must continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. However, state and county officials across…
Delhi Woman Dies in Two-Vehicle Crash on Route 28, Police Say
A Delhi woman died Tuesday afternoon after her vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a pickup truck on State Highway 28 in Delaware County, according to New York State Police. Troopers…
Sullivan County Budget Proposal Cites Sales Tax Drop, Inflation in 9.1% Tax Hike
Sullivan County is proposing a 2026 budget that avoids program cuts but seeks a 9.1% increase in property taxes, driven largely by a slowdown in sales tax collections and inflationary cost pressures….
League of Women Voters Fights DOJ Bid for New York Voter Data
The League of Women Voters of New York State, joined by the Campaign Legal Center and the Brennan Center for Justice, has filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit brought…
NYU Dentistry Clinic Brings Critical Dental Care to People with Disabilities at Center for Discovery
For children and young adults with disabilities, routine dental care can be nearly impossible to access. Families often face long waits, providers who don’t accept their insurance, and a lack of…