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PA FISH AND BOAT COMMISSION ANNOUNCES INTRODUCTION TO FLY FISHING PROGRAM

PA FISH AND BOAT COMMISSION ANNOUNCES   INTRODUCTION TO FLY FISHING PROGRAM    Lackawaxen, PA –The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is providing a FREE Introduction to Fly Fishing Program on Saturday, July 30 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Zane Grey Museum located in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania.    This four-hour educational program is designed for anyone, ages 12 and older, interested in learning the basics of fly-fishing (e.g. equipment needed, knot tying, casting and more). Participants will

2022 CFOS ANNUAL RECEPTION Wed, Oct 12, 2022

The 16th Annual Zane Grey Festival is Back!

The 16th Annual Zane Grey Festival is Back!    Beach Lake, PA Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River and the Zane Grey's West Society will host the 16th Annual Zane Grey Festival.  The free festival will be held on the grounds of Zane Grey Museum in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 16th, 2022.  The Zane Grey Festival is geared towards fun for the entire family with many activities and events for children and adults throughout the day including: Bill Streeter of

Sullivan Fresh Markets Bring Back Incentives & More Market Sites

Sullivan Fresh Markets Bring Back Incentives & More Market SitesSULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The start of summer welcomes back Sullivan Fresh Farmers’ Markets for the season. Sullivan Fresh's mission is to make fresh fruits and vegetables affordable and easily available to communities in Sullivan County through outreach, incentives, nutrition education, cooking demonstrations, and multi-lingual materials, while creating a sustainable sales market for local farmers. At the Monticello Farmers Market, Liberty

Action Toward Independence Holds Digital Literacy Class for Seniors

Action Toward Independence Holds Digital Literacy Class for Seniors Contact: Akilah Sutphin, Children and Family Services Program Manager, Action Toward Independence, 845-794-4228. MONTICELLO, NY – Are you a senior citizen who wants to learn how to use email? Are you able to use a computer but not recognize which sites might be dangerous? Do you know how to send a photo or a pdf file to your children or doctor’s office? And just what the heck is a pdf file anyway? You can learn all this and more in a

Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop's presentation of ''Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then some)''

Bring the whole family to enjoy the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop's presentation of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (and Then some)".The show is a mixture of vignettes that includes the Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Grinch, Rudolph, Christmas Around the World, a fruitcake game show, Frosty the Snowman, the films A Christmas Story and It's A Wonderful Life and Dicken's A Christmas Carol. Children will enjoy the slapstick humor while adults will appreciate the innuendos and jokes sprinkled throughout the

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Two New Attorneys to the Firm

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Two New Attorneys to the Firm WALDEN, NY - Jacobowitz and Gubits, LLP is pleased to announce that Rebecca C. Johnson, Esq. and Rachel J. Rosenwasser, Esq. have joined the firm. Rebecca has joined the firm’s Matrimonial and Family Law Team concentrating on matters involving child custody, child support, family offense, guardianship proceedings, and appellate practice. Rachel has joined the firm’s Real Estate Team handling residential and commercial real estate closings and

Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills Names New Manager of Development

Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills Names New Manager of Development   Harris, N.Y. (June 29, 2022) — Garnet Health has appointed Deanna Schultz as manager of development at Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills. Schultz will work closely with the Garnet Health Foundation, in Middletown, to expand philanthropic support for the Harris and Callicoon campuses.   In December 2019, she joined Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills as an executive assistant and as a member of the support staff for the

Two Local Artists Working in Partnership with The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre Win Major Grant for Racial Justice Project in Monticello

Two Local Artists Working in Partnership with The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre Win Major Grant for Racial Justice Project in Monticello Hurleyville, NY — The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre (HPAC) announced today that it has been awarded the highly competitive Artist Employment Program (AEP) grant from Creatives Rebuild New York (CRNY) in the amount of $407,800 over two years. Funds will be used to establish The Black Library, a library and community art space in the Village of Monticello

Sullivan Renaissance Interns At Work Young people making a difference in their communities

Sullivan Renaissance Interns At Work   Young people making a difference in their communities   [LIBERTY] – The 2022 class of Sullivan Renaissance Interns have begun their work to care for gardens and other public spaces in communities throughout Sullivan County. From small planters and established gardens, to park enhancements and Main Street revitalization, interns are working with community volunteers to make a difference in their neighborhoods. “We have nine enthusiastic, committed, diverse young

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Jessica M. Mahoney and Staff to the Firm

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Jessica M. Mahoney and Staff to the FirmWALDEN, NY - Jacobowitz and Gubits, LLP is excited to announce that on June 1, 2022, Jessica M. Mahoney and staff have joined the firm, expanding our real estate team. Jessica is a Partner concentrating in residential and commercial real estate transactions. She represents clients in all aspects of real estate including sales and acquisitions, buy sell agreements, contract review and financing. Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science

Hudson Valley Gives Raises More than $600,000 for 181 Local Nonprofits with Virtual Fundraising Day

Hudson Valley Gives Raises More than $600,000 for 181 Local Nonprofits with Virtual Fundraising Day Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan’s online initiative supports nonprofits in seven counties.   MONTGOMERY, NY (June 23, 2022) – This year’s 7th annual Hudson Valley Gives was a tremendous success, raising more than $600,000 for 181 local nonprofits. The fully online fundraiser is hosted by the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS). The initiative provides organizations with a

Garnet Health Medical Center Named Top Performer by Healthcare Equality Index for Dedication to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Garnet Health Medical Center Named Top Performer by Healthcare Equality Index for Dedication to Diversity, Equity and InclusionEarns LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer designation. Middletown, N.Y. (June 20, 2022) — Garnet Health Medical Center is proud to announce designation as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 15th anniversary edition of the Healthcare Equality Index (HEI).   The HEI is the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey of healthcare

SUMMER EXHIBITIONS AT DVAA

SUMMER EXHIBITIONS AT DVAATwo artists navigate the human condition through satire, juxtaposition, and immersive craft.  WHAT:           "An Existential Inquiry" by David Dann and                         "What's Left of Her" by Yvetta Fedorova  WHEN:           June 25 – July 31, 2022, Thursday - Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, June 25th, 3-5pm                                                WHERE:         DVAA, 37 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764NOTES:          Free and open to the

Join us on a Guided Walk and Meditation Slow down with Sullivan Renaissance and The Yoga Space

Join us on a Guided Walk and Meditation   Slow down with Sullivan Renaissance and The Yoga Space   [LIBERTY]—Sullivan Renaissance welcomes LeeAnna Maniace, owner of The Yoga Space, to lead a walk and meditation on the Hurleyville Rail Trail on Wednesday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Participants will meet near the playground at the start of the seminar.   LeeAnna has been practicing yoga since high school and has a BS in Psychology and Health & Wellness.  She has been teaching Yoga for a decade now, and in

District Attorney Hoovler: Jury Trial Conviction in Driving While Intoxicated Case

District Attorney Hoovler: Jury Trial Conviction in Driving While Intoxicated Case Monroe Man Convicted of Driving While Intoxicated and Related Traffic Offenses Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced that on Friday, June 17, 2022, James Call, age 41, of Monroe, was convicted following a three-day jury trial in the Chester Town Court of all charges against him including two counts of Driving While Intoxicated, Moving from Lane Unsafely and Speeding. The defendant is scheduled to be

YES! YES! YES! Hurleyville Pride - Sat. July 23

YES!YES! YES!Hurleyville PrideWhen: July 23 2:00-7:00How Much? FREE! Registration Requested on the HPAC website.Where: HPAC 219 Main Street Outdoors on Railroad Avenue. All entertainment and Vendors will be on or near Railroad Avenue (the one stop light in Hurleyville).What: A day party and carnival celebrating love, self-expression and the magic of summer in the Catskills. Celebration and entertainment for all ages, all people, all humans and creative creatures, brought to you by House of Yes & Friends.

Shandelee Music Festival’s 29th Season is Highlighted by Kennedy Center Honoree Midori

Shandelee Music Festival’s 29th Season is Highlighted by Kennedy Center Honoree Midori  Contact: Daniel Stroup, Founding President, Shandelee Music Festival, 845-439-3277. SHANDELEE, NY – An exciting 29th season awaits fans of the Shandelee Music Festival (SMF) with a full two weeks of world class music presented at their Sunset Concert Pavilion. The 2022 season begins on Saturday, August 6 with “An Evening of Chamber Music,” with a performance by Gramercy Brass featuring the music of Arthur Sullivan,

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Michele P. Ellerin and Staff to the Firm

Jacobowitz and Gubits Welcomes Michele P. Ellerin and Staff to the Firm WALDEN, NY - Jacobowitz and Gubits, LLP is pleased to announce that on May 19, 2022, Michele P. Ellerin, Esq. and staff joined the firm, expanding our matrimonial and family law practice. Pictured here: (from left to right) Michele L. Babcock, Managing Partner, and Michele P. Ellerin, Esq.,Partner Michele handles all aspects of matrimonial and family law including divorce, child custody and support, post judgment modifications and

SULLIVAN COUNTY KIWANIS CLUBS EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO ESSENTIALWORKERS

SULLIVAN COUNTY KIWANIS CLUBS EXPRESS APPRECIATION TO ESSENTIALWORKERS The Kiwanis Clubs of Callicoon, Monticello, Roscoe and Woodridge have joined together to express their appreciation to the healthcare, educators, law enforcement and fire fighters, EMS, postal, County workers , store associates and all the other essential workers by distributing flyers and cards throughout the County thanking these individuals for their outstanding service during the Covid Pandemic. In addition, they paid tribute and

Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler Announces Arrests Stemming from Narcotics Enforcement Action in Newburgh

Orange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler Announces Arrests Stemming from Narcotics Enforcement Action in NewburghEleven Defendants Charged with Counts Related to the Possession and Sale of Narcotics in the City of Newburgh and Surrounding AreasNumerous Undercover Drug Sales of Crack Cocaine and HeroinOrange County District Attorney David M. Hoovler announced on June 10, 2022 that eleven defendants have been charged with crimes pertaining to the trafficking of crack cocaine and heroin throughout the

Cybersecurity Experts to Speak at June 29th Summit

Cybersecurity Experts to Speak at June 29th Summit Experts from Business and Government to Focus on Latest Threats, Trends, and Tips to Thwart Hackers   Albany, NY – June 8, 2022 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services to enterprise and carrier customers throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, announced the line-up of regional and national speakers for an IT conference focused on cybersecurity taking place June 29 in Amherst, New Hampshire. The event, called the Cloud

FirstLight Continues to Invest in Maine Market

FirstLight Continues to Invest in Maine Market Plans call for continued growth and development in the Pine Tree State   Albany, NY – June 7, 2022 – FirstLight, a leading provider of digital infrastructure services to enterprise and carrier customers throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, announced today it has reached a milestone in Maine, having added approximately 300 route miles of new fiber throughout the State since 2019. FirstLight has consistently invested in Maine, installing fiber

in2retro opens Memorial Day Weekend!

in2retro opens Memorial Day Weekend! in2retro is bursting at the seams with this summer's stash of vintage luxuries, fabulous antiques or whatever you’re in2!  Amy & Joe are so exited to welcome you to back to experience their one-of-a-kind store full of amazing finds in incredible condition. Everything from collectibles, vintage costume jewelry, Woodstock memorabilia to designer bags.  in2retro has something for everyone. Come explore and find your next treasure.  We can't wait to see all of

Photography Contest for the Upper Delaware River Region

Photography Contest for the Upper Delaware River Region Upper and Middle Delaware River Region, PA and NY - The Delaware Highlands Conservancy is pleased to announce its fifth annual juried photo contest for the Upper Delaware River region, open to professional and amateur photographers. “Confluence: Land, Water, Wildlife” invites photographers to capture striking nature photos in five categories: landscape, wildlife, macro, water, and the Van Scott Nature Reserve (new this year), plus a youth category

20 Ways to Celebrate National Holidays

All in, there are 257 national holidays in April alone. If you’re like me, you may find them hard to keep up with, but they can be a great source of engagement for your business. You just have to know how to use them for maximum return and get a little creative.   Here are a few ideas:   Ways to Celebrate National Holidays Celebrating these days serves to connect your audience with your business so make sure you have a little fun with this. You can:   Host a sale based on the holiday.Provide a

Announcing Weekends & Monthly Programs at HPAC’s Tango Cafe

Announcing Weekends & Monthly Programs at HPAC’s Tango Cafe  The Tango Cafe will be open weekends 4:00 - 10:00 starting  March 4th   Full bar and light fare examples include: Dips & Waffle Chips  Grilled Mushroom and Fontina Flatbread. Crock of Chili with Cheddar, Sour Cream, Tortilla Chips, and Pickled Jalapeños  Prices $12.00 -$17.00* All menu items change daily    First Monday Open Mic Nights 7:00 pm starting March 7th, 2022 The floor and the mic are yours! Bring your family, friends,

The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Announces Enhancements to their Vision and Mission, Launches New Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative

The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Announces Enhancements to their Vision and Mission, Launches New Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative   Monticello, NY - We are thrilled to unveil the next evolution of business support and advocacy as we integrate the best methodologies, partnerships, analytics, and industry expertise into a unified vision under an enhanced mission. Effective February 14, 2022, the Chamber officially adopted our vision, “to be the uniting force for business in Sullivan

5 Ways to Communicate Difficult Business Messages

5 Ways to Communicate Difficult Business Messages    If there's one thing 2020 has shown us, it's how to bolster our communication skills. We've had cause for a lot of really difficult conversations with our customers. Nobody ever wants to give bad news but 2020 seems like the year we have to keep reiterating and sharpening our communication skills with difficult messages.  But if you feel like you've had challenge after challenge and you're still wondering the best way to deliver those difficult

20 Gifts to Give Yourself and Your Business

As we are moving into the holiday gift giving season and onto a brand-new yearn have you thought about giving yourself and your business a gift? Most of us will spend a few weeks looking for the perfect gifts for loved ones, employees, clients, pets, teachers, and a host of others. It’s time you shift that generosity to yourself and your business with these gifts you should be giving and receiving. Gifts to Give Yourself and Your Business Now and in the New YearTime. Start scheduling those things you’ve

Help Your Customers Fall in Love Even If Your Brand Isn't George Clooney

Help Your Customers Fall in Love Even If Your Brand Isn't George Clooney Customers want to do business with companies they know, like, and trust. You've likely seen extremely dedicated fans of the Fortune 100 brands. They wait in ridiculously long lines for product roll-outs; they refuse to buy from a competitor; and they think every other brand in that category is inferior.  But how can you create an army of customers like that for your brand? Especially, if it's not really the type of product or service

Chamber Membership: Getting Out What You Put In

Chamber Membership: Getting Out What You Put InThere’s a saying in chamber circles that a chamber membership is like a gym membership. You get out what you put in. You can’t join a gym, never go, and expect to have abs like Ryan Gosling. But is a chamber membership really like going to the gym? That depends on whether you like going to the gym or not.Getting Out What You Put in to Membership First, even if you never go to a single chamber event, unlike a gym membership, you will get value from joining. By

6 Popular Misconceptions About the Chamber That Could Be Limiting Your Business

6 Popular Misconceptions About the Chamber That Could Be Limiting Your Business   Chamber membership is good for business because it influences the community's perception of you. However, many business owners don't know exactly what the chamber does and so they don't take advantage of the help and resources it offers. For a minimum investment, the chamber can help your business grow in ways that may be difficult for you to do on your own. But if you believe these popular chamber misconceptions, you've

Experience is the new Marketing Gimmick

Experience Is the New Marketing Gimmick I've worked with many businesses in creating content for their website. When I do, one of the questions I ask is what makes them different from their competition. Almost always they answer their customer service and their willingness to stand behind their product or service. Perfect. Except…   Every business thinks they have these things. And even if they do, this does not make them unique in the marketplace. They need something else.   Service and standing

How to Prepare Your Site for Holiday Traffic

How to Prepare Your Site for Holiday Traffic If you have a brick-and-mortar location, chances are you're doing some sort of decorating for the holidays. Even if you don't celebrate, it's likely your customers do so in order to spread the holiday cheer you get festive.   The same should be true of your website. While you don't need to decorate per se, you do need to prepare for holiday traffic. Even if what you do or sell has nothing to do with Christmas, people often turn to the internet or online

31+ Social Media Posts to Improve Your Holiday Marketing

31+ Social Media Posts to Improve Your Holiday Marketing The fall and early winter are a treasure trove of holidays.  It seems like we go from one to the next. That's why it's incredibly important to make sure you're using these momentous occasions in your marketing.     Have you ever noticed how retail goes straight from one holiday to the next? One of the reasons for that is because holidays are lucrative for them. People love celebrating. As one holiday’s items go on clearance, the next one is already

5 Ways Your Customers Win with You as a Chamber Member

5 Ways Your Customers Win with You as a Chamber Member A chamber membership is an investment in your business. As an investment, you undoubtedly expect a return. While it’s easy to look at what you paid for membership and how many new customers were sent you way through the chamber and calculate your return that way, there’s more to it than just that. For instance, did you know that your customers receive multiple benefits from you being a chamber member and those benefits can increase their loyalty? Here

4 Ways A Chamber Membership Can Balance Out Seasonal Business

4 Ways a Chamber Membership Can Balance Out Seasonal Business If your business is seasonal, it probably feels a lot like feast or famine. You may love your seasonal crowds but hate the fear you won’t last long enough to see your next one. Seasonal businesses or businesses in towns with a seasonal draw struggle with year-round consistent revenue. While you might not ever achieve revenue equality throughout every month, a chamber membership can help you see a little steadier monthly income. Here’s

5 Ways the Chamber Can Help Make You a Better Networker

5 Ways the Chamber Can Help Make You a Better Networker Networking opportunities are everywhere. You no longer must leave your house to be able to network, but studies now show that online networking doesn’t hold the same power as in-person networking. Networking is critical to landing a job, learning about opportunities before they are broadcast, and getting more sales for your business. You need to do it, even if you hate it, and one of the easiest most effective networking groups is the chamber. But

4 Reasons You’re Losing Customers (or soon will be)

Do you track the number of sales you make along with the revenue? Of course you do. How do your numbers look? Are you increasing or remaining the same? Hopefully you’re not down this year but if you are, these may be some of the reasons why and what you can do to fix them: You Can’t Compete on PriceI’m making a broad generalization here, but as a small business you can’t compete on price with the big chain stores just as I can’t compete with writers who are overseas and on Fiverr. I don’t want to. Neither

9 Tips for Improving Your Listing in Voice Search

9 Tips For Improving Your Listing In Voice Search   Just when you thought your website was search engine optimized and then mobile search optimized we have another challenge--voice search optimization. Yes, that’s right. According to Bright Local’s Voice Search for Local Business Study, 58% of consumers used voice search to locate information about a local business. Nearly half of that number (46%) voice searched every day and 28% about once a week. If you’re not thinking in these terms, you’re missing

4 Powerful Ways the Chamber Provides Solutions for Small Business Owners

In a recent survey by Daysmart Software, 54% of small business owners admitted to being worried about making enough money. Making money is a common concern because not only does it factor in bringing in enough clients or customers but also ensuring your products or services are priced right and negotiating any cash flow problems.   Small business owners have lots of stressors as they follow their dreams. It might surprise you just how much the chamber can help with these concerns.   According to the