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Historic White Lake Mansion House Under Restoration
For decades, the White Lake Mansion House stood as both a landmark and a mystery—its crumbling structure leaving locals to wonder what would ever become of Sullivan County’s first hotel. Now, thanks…
Hudson Valley Nonprofit Announces App for New York’s Disabled Community
Abilities First, a nonprofit based in Wappingers Falls, has announced that people with developmental disabilities and their caregivers across New York can now download Abilibee, a tool designed to make resources more…
Communities Nationwide Push to Close Their Incinerators. Sullivan County Wants to Build a New One.
On Monday evening, about a hundred people filled the Black Library for a community town hall on Sullivan County’s waste-to-energy plant proposal. Annette Foy, a Sullivan County resident, was among the attendees…
New York Climate Week Snapshot: Activists and State Government Push For Environment
Representatives from around the world gathered in Manhattan for New York Climate Week last week. Across the state, nonprofits and local governments are resisting President Trump’s cuts to environmental protections. Dr. Alonzo…
Fatal Collision Under Investigation in Town of Wawarsing
On September 30, 2025, at approximately 7:46 a.m., State Police from the Ellenville barracks responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Route 209 in the town of Wawarsing. The initial investigation determined…
Bill to Forbid Anonymous Child Abuse Reports Up to Governor
Governor Hochul (D-NY) has through December to decide whether or not to sign the anti-harassment in reporting bill. If passed, anyone who makes a report of suspected child abuse will have…
Pike County Commissioner: Pennsylvania Budget Impasse Puts Daycare, Food Pantries, and Vital Services at Risk
As Pennsylvania’s state budget impasse drags into its third month, local governments and essential community programs are feeling the strain. In Pike County, officials have issued a resolution urging Harrisburg lawmakers and…
Fatal Plane Crash at Kobelt/Wallkill Airport
The New York State Police are investigating a fatal plane crash that occurred on Saturday, September 27, 2025. At approximately 2:25 p.m., troopers from SP Highland responded to a report of an…