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Cost of Dental Cleaning in Brooklyn, NY
You can now receive a dental checkup and cleaning for only twenty-five dollars. Teeth cleaning is a prophylactic dental treatment performed to thoroughly clean the gums and teeth. Routine teeth cleanings are vital to prevent gingivitis and gum disease. Dental Cleanings are very effective in keeping the oral cavity in proper health and halting the progression of gum disease. The benefits include: Fresher breath. Halitosis or bad breath is generally an early sign of advancing periodontal disease. A
Rolling V Invests in New Equipment as School Year Begins
Rolling V Invests in New Equipment as School Year Begins South Fallsburg, N.Y. (September 12, 2023) Rolling V begins their 34th school year with investments in new equipment. As part of the Rolling V annual fleet upgrade program, they took delivery of (9) International Gasoline powered School Buses, (2) High-Capacity Wheel Chair Lift Equipped International Buses and (6) Microbird Gasoline powered school Vans. The vehicles were purchased from local, family-owned dealerships in Hudson Valley and the
Dance at CAS, Neil Greenberg, Ardsley Residency, and Bill Beirne
Dance at CAS, Neil Greenberg, Ardsley Residency, and Bill BeirneLivingston Manor, NY – Catskill Art Space is proud to present a full program of performing art and dance over the month of October. The festivities open on October 7 with Neil Greenberg's The Disco Project Remix 2023. The performance, which is free and open to all, will take place at 4pm on the second floor River Gallery of Catskill Art Space, 48 Main Street, Livingston Manor, NY. This event will be followed by a talk-back with Greenberg and
THE NEST: Delaware Valley Opera Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening
Please join the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce in celebrating the THE NEST: Delaware Valley OperaRibbon Cutting & Grand Opening Grand Opening of the ARTS NEST at the Delaware Valley Ópera Center6692 St. Rt 52, Lake Huntington, NY 12752. September 16, 2023 – Doors Open 7:00 PMRibbon Cutting at 7:30 PM The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce is proud to promote the Grand Opening of the ARTS NEST at the Delaware Valley Ópera Center, 6692 St. Rt 52, Lake Huntington, NY on September 16, 2023 at 7:30 PM The
Garnet Health Medical Center Offers Free Prostate Screenings
Garnet Health Medical Center Offers Free Prostate Screenings MIDDLETOWN, NY (Sept. 5, 2023) — Garnet Health Medical Center, in partnership with Garnet Health Doctors, is offering free prostate cancer screenings Monday, Sept. 25, and Thursday, Sept. 28, at the Outpatient Services Building (707 East Main Street, Middletown). Pre-registration is required at garnethealth.org/events. Search keywords “prostate screening” to reserve your free prostate screening appointment. Appointments are limited and are
BIG EDDY FILM FESTIVAL
Save The Dates!BIG EDDY FILM FESTIVAL WHAT: 12th Annual Big Eddy Film Festival WHEN: Sept. 28th - Oct. 1stSchedule Unveiling Event on 9/7Pre-Festival Screening at Bethel Woods on 9/23 WHERE: Tusten Theatre (unless otherwise noted) 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764 TICKETS: All Access Pass: $125 Film Screenings: $10 (unless otherwise noted) Special Events: Prices Vary Advance Tickets Sales Recommended Save the Dates! The 12th Annual Big Eddy Film Festival (BEFF) in Narrowsburg is just
HPAC Announces “Teaching Freedom” Theme and Films for its Fourth-Annual Indigenous Women’s Voices Series
HPAC Announces “Teaching Freedom” Theme and Films for its Fourth-Annual Indigenous Women’s Voices Series Hurleyville, NY – The Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre (HPAC) is thrilled to announce “Teaching Freedom” as the theme of its fourth annual Indigenous Women’s Voices Series (IWVS). The day-long celebration on October 14th from 12pm-5pm features a rope-making workshop followed by a film and lecture on the history and future of Indigenous education in the United States. A series of recent science fiction
Help us plan future programs for the Caregiver Resource Center!
Help us plan future programs for the Caregiver Resource Center! LIBERTY, NY — Many people do not self-identify as caregivers. In the context of elder care, the term “Caregiver” typically refers to someone who provides things like meals, shopping, bathing, transportation to doctor’s appointments or the pharmacy, or just companionship and help with activities of daily living. It can be for a friend, relative, or neighbor who is aging with physical or cognitive limitations, or is disabled and needs
New Photographic Exhibitions at DVAA Explore Intimacy, Community, and Social Realities
New Photographic Exhibitions at DVAA Explore Intimacy, Community, and Social Realities WHAT: “The Farm: Inside Angola’s Prison Rodeo” by Chris Heim, "You’ve Seen My Flesh" by Dani Case WHEN: September 23rd – October 29th, 2023 Opening Reception: Friday, September 22rd, 5–7 PM WHERE: DVAA, 37 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY 12764 NOTES: Free and open to the public Thursday – Sunday, 11 AM–4 PM & by appointment Narrowsburg, NY – The Delaware Valley Arts Alliance is excited to present two photography
Sullivan County Food Scrap Recycling Program Launching October 2, 2023
On behalf of the Sullivan County Division of Public Works through the Department of Solid Waste and Recycling, I am excited to announce the launch of our Food Scrap Recycling Pilot Program starting October 2, 2023! This program will provide participating residents the opportunity to bring food scraps to our transfer stations for composting. Fortunately, many county residents have the resources to compost at home. However, for those who unable to compost at home, you will now have the opportunity to do so
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Welcomes Two Esteemed Board Members
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Welcomes Two Esteemed Board Members Robert A. Onofry, Esq. and Kirsten Harlow Foster bring a wealth of experience and community service MONTGOMERY, NY (August 24, 2023) – The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) is delighted to announce the addition of Robert A. Onofry, Esq. and Kirsten Harlow Foster to its Board of Directors. These distinguished individuals bring a wealth of experience, community commitment, and expertise to further enhance
Free Simple Will for Area First Responders and Military Personnel
Free Simple Will for Area First Responders and Military PersonnelWALDEN, NY – J&G Law, LLP (J&G), the Hudson Valley’s premier full-service law firm, is extending a special offer to area active and retired first responders and military personnel during the month of September 2023. We believe in recognizing the dedication and commitment of our first responders and military personnel who protect and serve our communities. As a token of our gratitude, we are proud to announce that J&G Law is offering a free
Western Sullivan Public Library Announces Family Programs in September
Western Sullivan Public Library Announces Family Programs in September After a short summer break, we are very excited to get back into our Storytime routine! We’ll begin the circuit with Let’s Play! our a playgroup designed for the more active child - 3 and under. We've created a safe space for families to connect and children to interact with each other in open play. The loose structure will allow the group to fluidly spend time socializing as well as learning. We’ll meet at 10:00 - 11:30am on
Fall Programs for Parents/Caregivers Offered by CCE Orange and Sullivan Counties
Fall Programs for Parents/Caregivers Offered by CCE Orange and Sullivan Counties Middletown, NY –Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange and Sullivan Counties are offering a variety of parenting workshops this Fall. Some of these programs are in-person, while the majority are taking place virtually. Since the pandemic, some programming switched to virtual and has remained this way to help parents/caregivers attend more easily. This comprehensive schedule of classes meets the needs of
WAYNE BANK RANKS AMONGST TOP BANKS IN COUNTRY
WAYNE BANK RANKS AMONGST TOP BANKS IN COUNTRY Honesdale, PA – August 23, 2023 – Wayne Bank, a subsidiary of Norwood Financial Corp (Nasdaq Global Market – NWFL), was recently ranked by Bank Director magazine as one of the top 25 best banks in the country in their Ranking Banking, The Best US Banks 2023 publication. Wayne Bank was also ranked number ten (#10) in the country for banks in the $1B-$5B asset size category. Click here for the full online press release.
Five Attorneys Recognized as Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
FIVE ATTORNEYS RECOGNIZED BY SUPER LAWYERSWALDEN, NY – The law firm of J&G Law, LLP (J&G) is pleased to announce that four attorneys have been selected by Super Lawyers. Michele P. Ellerin, Partner concentrating in matrimonial and family law and Kara J. Cavallo, Partner concentrating in tax certiorari, litigation and appeals have been selected as 2023 Upstate New York Super Lawyers. Kelly A. Pressler, Partner concentrating in general, commercial, estate, and municipal litigation, Michael Wagner, Partner
IT Security Tip #11: You’ve been HACKED! What’s the first thing you should do?
IT Security Tip #11: You’ve been HACKED! What’s the first thing you should do?No matter how diligent you are about security, there’s always a chance you can get hacked. To limit potential damage and to protect your CLIENTS, prospects and vendors you need to put a disaster recovery plan in place NOW.But what should you do as soon as you find out you’ve been hacked? First, contact your IT department (us) IMMEDIATELY. The faster the attack can be addressed – and the extent of the damage to data, applications
Congratulations to our Member, The Hampton Inn Monticello, NY on winning the Hampton by Hilton “Brighter Together: Hamptonality Award for the 2nd Quarter, 2023”!
Congratulations to our Member, The Hampton Inn Monticello, NY on winning the Hampton by Hilton “Brighter Together: Hamptonality Award for the 2nd Quarter, 2023”! This award is presented to them because The Hampton Inn Monticello, “embodies the light and warmth of hospitality and is setting the service standard for Hampton Hotels. The award recognizes the top 1% of hotels in each region that achieve the highest combined score from these guest experience areas. Overall ServiceProblem ResolutionFeel
Public Health Essentials team holds Leadership Empowerment Workshop
Public Health Essentials team holds Leadership Empowerment Workshop LIBERTY, NY: Over 50 people took part in a successful Leadership Empowerment and Workplace Wellness Workshop for local provider agencies and non-profits held on July 21 at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County. Under the coordination of Cheyanna Frost, the Program Manager for Public Workforce Development at Cornell University, the team of Action Toward Independence (ATI), Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County (CCE)
SUPLA PR Re Poet Laureate Academy of American Poets Award
SUPLA PR Re Poet Laureate Academy of American Poets Award The Academy of American Poets announced today that it is awarding $50,000 each to its 2023 Poets Laureate Fellows for a combined total of $1.1 million. Sullivan County Poet Laureate Sharon Kennedy-Nolle is one of twenty-three individuals serving as poets laureate of states, counties, and cities across the United States to receive this honor. Sharon will receive funding for a multi-faceted project based on her experience with poetry and healing,
Vera Iliatova, Jude Tallichet and Charles Wilkin opening September 2
Vera Iliatova, Jude Tallichet and Charles Wilkin opening September 2 Livingston Manor, NY – Catskill Art Space is pleased to announce an exhibition of new work from Vera Iliatova, Jude Tallichet and Charles Wilkin. The exhibition will be on view in the ground floor galleries of Catskill Art Space, 48 Main Street, Livingston Manor, NY, from September 2 through October 14, 2023. Exhibition hours are Friday and Saturday, 11am – 5pm, and Sunday 11am – 3pm. Through varied mediums, the artists explore
Nick Vallone Makes City & State’s Transportation Power 100
Nick Vallone Makes City & State’s Transportation Power 100 South Fallsburg, N.Y. (August 14, 2023) – Nick Vallone, Executive Vice President of Rolling V Bus Corp and President of the New York School Bus Contractors Association, has been chosen as one of the 2023 Transportation Power 100. City & State’s Transportation Power 100, features the many movers and shakers who are behind projects that are keeping New Yorkers on the move. According to City & State New York, “New York’s private school bus
Resorts World Catskills Announces Grand Reopening of Rees Jones-Designed Monster Golf Club
Resorts World Catskills Announces Grand Reopening of Rees Jones-Designed Monster Golf Club $40 million enhancement project reinvigorated the course, clubhouse, and entire experience, making the Monster Golf Club New York’s most sought-after tee time ~ Par-72, 7,327-yard championship course managed by Troon Golf will challenge every player with length, extensive bunkering, and a variety of water hazards Monster Golf Club Hole 13 Monticello, NY – Resorts World Catskills (RWC) today announced
IT Security Tip #10: Should my computer be encrypted?
IT Security Tip #10: Should my computer be encrypted? It’s another Tuesday in the airport, you just cleared the TSA line and went to the pretzel shop for a quick bite before you catch your plane. You put your laptop down to get a straw, and the next second…your laptop is gone. It’s not in sight, nor is the thief who stole it. If you have a password on your laptop, that will likely prevent the thief from immediately having access to your private documents. What it doesn’t stop is someone removing the hard
More Local News as Bold Gold Media expands partnership with Mid-Hudson News
More Local News as Bold Gold Media expands partnership with Mid-Hudson News Bold Gold Media and the newly branded Catskills News announce a strengthened partnership with Mid-Hudson News across all Bold Gold Media NY Radio Stations. Veteran News Directors Mike Sakell of Catskills News and Hank Gross of Mid-Hudson News have been longtime partners in local news. Dawn Ciorciari, General Manager of Bold Gold Media NY and Michael Martucci, Publisher of Mid-Hudson News announce that this expanded
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Announces 2023 Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund Grant Recipients
Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Announces 2023 Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund Grant Recipients Fund established through bequeath from Jean Rowe grants to organizations dedicated to rescuing, sheltering, and defending animals MONTGOMERY, NY (July 14, 2023) – The Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan, recently distributed grants totaling $13,800 to four organizations dedicated to rescuing, sheltering, and defending
Introducing All That Glitters is Old Thrift Shop
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE All That Glitters Is Old: Where Fashion and Music Collide, Inspired by a Personal Journey Hurleyville, NY, 07.14.23 - All That Glitters Is Old (ATGIO) is not just a store; it's a manifestation of a lifelong desire for fashion and music. Founder Samara Ritzler brings a personal story that weaves together cherished memories and a deep connection to the world of style and sound. From an early age, Samara Ritzler developed an insatiable love for classic rock music. It all
Changes to Garnet Health COVID-19 Policies
Changes to Garnet Health COVID-19 Policies Middletown, NY (June 30, 2023)—Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency being lifted, Garnet Health announces the following changes and updates to their COVID policies:Masking is no longer required except for those visiting patients who have been diagnosed with, or are suspected of having, an airborne illness.Visitors are no longer required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID PCR or antigen test.COVID-19 vaccination is no
Thunder 102 Announces New Morning Show
Thunder 102 Announces New Morning Show Monticello, NY – Bold Gold Media is excited to announce a new Morning Show for Lighting Hot Country, Thunder 102 (102.1 WDNB-FM Jeffersonville/104.5 WHNB-FM Hancock). Market veteran Therese Quinn who formerly spent time in the market on sister station 98-3 WSUL, will host the all new "Morning Rumble w/Therese" weekday mornings from 6AM to 10AM. Quinn, who most recently did weekends and fill-in at Pamal A/C WHUD will start on Wednesday, July, 5th filling the
Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers at Garnet Health Medical Center and Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills Receive Center of Excellence Award
Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers at Garnet Health Medical Center and Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills Receive Center of Excellence Award Award acknowledges exceptional success in multiple wound healing benchmarks. MIDDLETOWN, NY (June 20, 2023) — Garnet Health is honored to announce that their Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers at Garnet Health Medical Center and Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills have received RestorixHealth’s highest achievement, the Wound Center of Excellence
Forestburgh Playhouse Unveils Spectacular 2023 Season on the Main Stage
Forestburgh Playhouse Unveils Spectacular 2023 Season on the Main Stage Forestburgh Playhouse is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 2023 season on the Main Stage, promising an array of captivating performances and unforgettable experiences for theater enthusiasts of all ages. Located at The Forestburgh Playhouse, the Main Stage will host an incredible lineup of shows from June to September, providing audiences with an exceptional entertainment destination. Kicking off the season is "The
Voice of Sullivan Returns with Catskills News Talk
Voice of Sullivan Returns with Catskills News Talk Monticello, NY – Bold Gold Media Group has announced the debut of their new local radio station, Catskills News Talk on Sullivan County’s first radio station, 1240 WVOS-AM. The news/talk format will also be heard on two new local FM frequencies, 92.5 FM and 94.9 FM. WVOS-AM which celebrated its 75th Anniversary last year, will be broadcasting again as the Voice of Sullivan and the Catskills. The station will become the new home of the legacy morning
RADIO CATSKILL LAUNCHES NEW DAYTIME PROGRAM LINE-UP
RADIO CATSKILL LAUNCHES NEW DAYTIME PROGRAM LINE-UP ADDS DAILY LOCAL NEWS TALK SHOW BEGINNING JULY 3 (Liberty, NY) Radio Catskill, public radio for the Catskills and Northeast Pennsylvania, announced a new daytime programming schedule which expands local news coverage to weekday mornings and adds new national and global news programs beginning July 3, 2023. Highlighting the changes, local news talk show Radio Chatskill expands from a weekly broadcast to daily—Monday through Friday at
Garnet Health to Host Free Diabetes Prevention Program
Garnet Health to Host Free Diabetes Prevention Program Garnet Health is offering a free 12-month Diabetes Prevention Program for qualified individuals. The program runs for one year, with 16 sessions occurring approximately once a week, and six to eight sessions meeting once a month. New classes are starting in July. This scientifically proven and effective lifestyle-enhancement program can help prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes. It is designed to teach individuals how to make better food choices,
IT Security Tip: Lie, lie, lie!
IT Security Tip: Lie, lie, lie! Social engineering is big business. But what is it? The definition of Social Engineering is, figuring out who you are, what you are about, how you operate, what your preferences are, and then using that information against you to make money off it. We've all seen them, maybe you’ve even done them yourself, viral social media quizzes. Innocent though they may seem, they often ask for more information than necessary to complete the game. Maiden name? Check. Favorite pet?
Hampton Inn Monticello Celebrates One-Year Anniversary The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association and the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce to Hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Hampton Inn Monticello Celebrates One-Year Anniversary The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association and the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce to Hold Ribbon Cutting Ceremony MONTICELLO, NY -- The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association and the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce are proud to promote Hampton Inn’s One-Year Anniversary with a celebration and ribbon cutting on June 20 from 3 to 5 p.m. There will be a ribbon cutting at 3:30 p.m., followed by refreshments and tours of the Hampton Inn,
CCE Sullivan Stimulates Wellness
CCE Sullivan Stimulates Wellness Sullivan County— Poor health outcomes in Sullivan County are not an unfamiliar issue, but one that is traceable to risk factors like poor nutrition and physical inactivity. In response, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCE) helps increase access to healthy foods and physical activities across the County through its Creating Healthy Schools and Communities (CHSC) initiative, funded by the New York State Department of Health since 2015. CHSC is a
Seven Graduate from County’s Free Construction Trades Course Partnership With BOCES, College Reaps Success
Seven Graduate from County’s Free Construction Trades Course Partnership With BOCES, College Reaps Success Liberty, NY – An investment in local industry by the Sullivan County Legislature paid off on Wednesday, June 7 when seven residents graduated from the County’s inaugural Construction Trades training program. “Thanks to our financial stability from prudent fiscal management, this Legislature was able to set aside funds to allow people in our County to gain a valuable set of skills that they
IT Security Tip #9: Don’t take the bait: How you can spot a phish.
IT Security Tip #9: Don’t take the bait: How you can spot a phish. “Phishing” is a tech industry term for a kind of cybercrime where people try to fool other people into sending them money or revealing personal information online. The name comes from the idea of fishing: scammers send a message that acts as bait, hoping to “hook” someone. The good news is that you have the power to throw these phish back! Let’s take a minute and talk about spotting a phish: 1. Emails Demanding Urgent Action Emails
CALL FOR INTEREST: Beginner Farmer Program Advisory Committee Forming!
CALL FOR INTEREST: Beginner Farmer Program Advisory Committee Forming! SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY – Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCE) has received funding from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture to create a Beginner Farmer Program. The Beginner Farmer Program will aid beginner farmers in the Catskills-Hudson Valley Region through group training, one-on-one conversations, farm visits, farmer to farmer mentoring, and an intensive learning cohort. The program will focus
IT Security Tip #8: The #1 threat to your security is…
IT Security Tip #8: The #1 threat to your security is… YOU! And your employees. Like it or not, human beings are our own worst enemies: inviting hackers, viruses, data breaches, data loss, etc., through seemingly innocent actions we take every day online. In most cases, this is done without malicious intent – but if you, as a manager or owner aren’t monitoring what websites your employees are visiting, what files they’re sending and receiving, and even what they’re posting in company e-mail, you could
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Hosts Agricultural Jobs Website
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Hosts Agricultural Jobs Website SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY – For the past several years, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCE) has promoted agricultural job opportunities in Sullivan County. As spring approaches, CCE will be updating the Agricultural Jobs page on their website, sullivancce.org. The goal is for the Agricultural Jobs page to be an up-to-date resource connecting farmers with job seekers and connecting job seekers with job openings and
Join the Sullivan 180 Merchant Discount Program
Join the Sullivan 180 Merchant Discount Program [Liberty] Sullivan 180 announced that the 2023 Merchant Discount Program will continue to offer grants and support efforts in Sullivan County to build a healthy community, one degree at a time. Through the Merchant Discount Program grant recipients are able to take advantage of specified discounts on the purchase of supplies and materials for their grant funded projects.Sullivan 180 offers grants to schools, community groups and municipalities for
SC Federation for the Homeless Receives Stewart's Grant
SC Federation for the Homeless Receives Stewart's Grant The Sullivan County Federation for the Homeless has received a $1500.00 grant from Stewart's "Holiday Match" program. Stewart's has been collecting and matching donations in their shops from Thanksgiving to Christmas since 1986. Half of all monies collected and disbursed comes from their customers. In keeping with the parameters of the grant, the Federation will use this money to supplement the bi-weekly food pantry which directly supports children
IT Security Tip #7: Did you know that your copier is spying on you…
IT Security Tip #7: Did you know that your copier is spying on you… Modern business equipment has radically changed how we conduct everyday business. But do you realize that copiers and multifunction printers are also one of the leading causes of data breaches? They are the one device on the network that commonly does not ever have the default password changed. After all, who would want to get in and copy your settings? There might be a different answer if you realize that quite often those copiers keep
AN ENHANCED AND EVOLVING SULLIVAN 180 Grants, Volunteer Opportunities, Events and Workshops
AN ENHANCED AND EVOLVING SULLIVAN 180 Grants, Volunteer Opportunities, Events and Workshops A recent statistic from the Trust for America’s Health, a Washington DC based non-profit, stated, “The United States spends an estimated $3.6 trillion annually on health, less than 3 percent of that spending is directed toward public health and prevention.” “Sullivan 180 was struck by this staggering statistic; and with that we have turned our attention, focus and investments to prevention. “What
IT Security Tip #6: Why is it so important to have unique passwords for all your online accounts?
IT Security Tip #6: Why is it so important to have unique passwords for all your online accounts?A complex password is a necessity in the current age of cyberthreats, data breaches and other security incidents. But it is hard to keep the seemingly hundreds of passwords, one for each of the accounts you own, straight, secure and different. Wait, what’s that? All of your passwords aren’t different? Why is having different passwords so important? When an online retailer, or a website, gets hacked,
Presidents Day Recognizing our leaders through Art by the Late Sullivan County icon and Holocaust Survivor Morris Katz
Presidents DayRecognizing our leaders through Art by the Late Sullivan County icon and Holocaust Survivor Morris Katzwww.MorrisKatz.org Morris Katz who was an icon in Sullivan County, a Guinness Record world Famous Artist and Holocaust Survivor took enormous pride in being an American patriot. He selflessly dedicated himself to thank and contribute to America and the liberties it stands for. Born in Galicia in 1932, Morris Katz’s once-in-a-generation artistic talent was evident at a young age. At age
Collaboration between Chambers of Commerce Creates A Valuable Resource to Increase Business Opportunities, Attract and Retain Talent…
Collaboration between Chambers of Commerce Creates A Valuable Resource to Increase Business Opportunities, Attract and Retain Talent… Monticello, NY – February 10, 2023 - Strengthening a local workforce and attracting top talent to the region are the goals of a collaborative effort by the Sullivan and Delaware counties chambers of commerce. The chambers' new diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging toolkit offers businesses, nonprofits, and government units practical steps, best practices, and
A Small Business Owner's Guide to Cutting Loose Employees and Contractors
According to the U.S. Census, approximately 61.3 million employees work at small businesses. Even if you run a startup, there's a decent chance a handful of individuals are presently working on your behalf. Throughout your venture's lifespan, there will probably be situations where firing someone is necessary. Here are some matters the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce wants you to remember when sending a staff member packing. Reasons for Letting Someone Go As the boss, it is your responsibility
IT Security Tip #5: Why you should never use PERSONAL devices to connect to COMPANY data
IT Security Tip #5: Why you should never use PERSONAL devices to connect to COMPANY data You’re a hardworking team player who likes to check e-mail and get a few things done after hours – all good! But here’s something you might not know: you should never access company data, file servers or applications through personal devices and home PCs that are not properly monitored by an IT provider. Why? If you and your kids are using a home PC to play games, download cheat codes, access Facebook and surf the
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3 Reasons to Join the SC Chamber of Commerce In a Time of Economic Uncertainty
3 Reasons to Join the Chamber in a Time of Economic Uncertainty Times of economic uncertainty don’t cause anyone to look for new ways to spend money. But there are some investments in your business that even when you’re worried about cash flow, are worth the return. Without those necessities—be they software or services—you couldn’t operate. Chamber membership is one of those necessary business investments and here’s why: Uncertain Times Mean Unprecedented Business ChallengesAccording to a survey
IT Security Tip #4: This will SHOCK you about bank fraud on business accounts
IT Security Tip #4: This will SHOCK you about bank fraud on business accounts Did you know your COMPANY’S bank account doesn’t enjoy the same protections as a personal bank account? For example, if a hacker takes money from your business account, the bank is NOT responsible for getting your money back. (Don’t believe me? Go ask your bank what their policy is on refunding you money stolen from your account) Many people think FDIC protects you from fraud; it doesn’t. It protects you from bank insolvency,
How Your Sullivan County Business Can Benefit from a Shop Local Campaign During the Holidays
A local shopping campaign during the holidays is a great way to show your support for the community and strengthen the local economy. Sun Valley Solar notes that by encouraging customers to shop at local businesses, you can help keep money circulating within the community and ensure that businesses are able to thrive. Plus, with a little planning and effort, launching a holiday shop local campaign can be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Here are some tips on how to get started
IT Security Tip #3: How to spot a phishing e-mail
IT Security Tip #3: How to spot a phishing e-mail A phishing e-mail is a bogus e-mail that is carefully designed to look like a legitimate request (or attached file) from a site you trust in an effort to get you to willingly give up your login information to a particular website or to click and download a virus. Often these e-mails look 100% legitimate and show as a message from companies like UPS or FedEx, a major bank, Facebook, etc. What makes them so dangerous is that they LOOK exactly like a
IT Security Tip #2: Don’t just throw out that old computer
IT Security Tip #2: Don’t just throw out that old computer Getting rid of old computers or servers? Did you know that the components used in technology equipment are not landfill-safe? And on top of the environmental hazards, unprotected e-waste typically contains a lot of confidential and private information in the form of saved passwords, Internet history and files left on the retired computer or server. Here are two options for you to get rid of your machine(s): Option #1:Let us refurbish your old
8 Ways Sullivan County Small Businesses Can Improve Collaboration and Communication
Good collaboration and communication are essential for any business, but they can be especially challenging for small businesses. With fewer resources and staff, it's especially important to make sure that everyone is on the same page and work together efficiently. Luckily, as the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce explains below, there are a few things you can do to encourage better collaboration and communication throughout your organization.1. Don’t Be a Micromanager One of the quickest ways to kill
IT Security Tip #1: What to do BEFORE you go to Starbucks
IT Security Tip #1: What to do BEFORE you go to Starbucks So, you’re in the car on the way home from Starbucks, basking in the glow of consuming your triple-shot, low-foam, extra-hot pumpkin-spice latte when you suddenly realize your laptop has gone missing. You drive back like the caffeinated lunatic you are, only to discover no one has turned it in. What do you do? Well…. That depends on what precautions you have (or haven’t!) taken. First, if you’ve properly encrypted your data, password-protected
