The Town of Highland, NY, is asking residents to weigh in on whether to re-establish its constable department, three years after the positions were suspended over misconduct and training concerns. “There were…
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NY FOCUS: ‘No Arrests’: In New York, Some Police Can Drink, Drive and Avoid Charges
An investigation by New York Focus and The New York Times found that in New York State, police officers who drank and drove often avoided arrest and criminal charges — consequences ordinary…
New York’s HEAP Funding at Risk Ahead of Winter
Sullivan County officials warn that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is anticipating the state’s HEAP funding to be flat for this year. The Home Energy Assistance Program,…
After Political Violence, Gov. Hochul Calls Out ‘Reckless Rhetoric’
Governor Kathy Hochul addressed political violence and federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids in Rensselaer County Friday. Following several high-profile acts of political violence, including this week’s shooting of conservative activist Charlie…
State Police Check Local Businesses in Underage Drinking Detail
New York State Police say three Delaware County businesses failed to comply with state alcohol laws during an underage drinking enforcement detail conducted on Friday, September 5. The compliance checks are part…
24 Years Later: Remembering September 11 with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Today marks the 24th anniversary of September 11, 2001. Nearly a quarter century later, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum remains steadfast in its mission to commemorate, educate, and inspire. With more than…
Sullivan County Taking a $585 Million Gamble on Resorts World Catskills Casino
After seven years of financially underperforming, the Resorts World Catskills casino is about to get a new co-owner – Sullivan County. The Sullivan County Resort Facilities Local Development Corporation (SCRFLDC) has agreed…
SPOTLIGHT PA: Secretive Board Overseeing PA’s Billion-Dollar Opioid Response Invites Public To Speak For First Time
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG…
NY FOCUS: Thousands of Young Immigrants in New York at Risk After Trump Ends Protections
This story originally appeared in New York Focus, a nonprofit news publication investigating power in New York. Sign up for their newsletter here. NEW YORK STATE · September 4, 2025 New Yorkers…