Liberty, N.Y. — The boil water notice issued last week for the Ferndale Water District in the Town of Liberty has been lifted following laboratory testing that confirmed the water supply is…
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Rep. Josh Riley on Government Shutdown Deadline, ICE Reforms, and Local Impact
The clock is ticking for the federal government to avoid a government shutdown tonight. Senate Democrats struck a rare deal with the White House on Thursday to separate Department of Homeland Security…
The Real Cost of Smoking in New York Goes Beyond the Pack Price, New Report Finds
We’re taking a closer look at the real cost of smoking — not just to our health, but to our wallets. A new report from personal finance site WalletHub estimates smoking costs…
Winter High School Sports Heat Up in Sullivan County
Radio Catskill’s Patricio Robayo spoke with Sullivan County Democrat Sports Editor Crystal Tweed for a look at the winter high school sports season across Sullivan County. Tweed highlighted the Democrat’s new Winter…
Delaware County Jury Convicts Davenport Man of Murder in Wife’s Death
Delhi, N.Y. – A Delaware County jury has convicted a Davenport man of murder and several related charges following a three-week trial centered on the death of his wife. District Attorney Shawn…
New York City Man Arrested on Burglary and Weapons Charges in Village of Liberty
Liberty, N.Y. – A 53-year-old New York City man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges following an alleged armed burglary and assault in the Village of Liberty earlier this month. Police…
Average Home Price Now Costs Over $350K Across All Nine Hudson Valley Counties
Buying a home is increasingly becoming more expensive in the Hudson Valley. A new report from housing nonprofit Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress shows that the median home price reached at least…
Why New Yorkers Are Paying More for Gas Even as They Use Less
As a cold snap grips the region, many households are bracing for higher gas bills—even if they’re doing everything they can to conserve. A recent analysis shows that the culprit isn’t higher…
Loose Rules Let State Police Hand Out Lax Penalties for Serious Misconduct
New York State troopers used the badge to settle personal scores and elicit favors. Still, they remained on the job, an investigation found. By Sammy Sussman Sammy Sussman pored over thousands of…