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All 6 Sullivan County Transfer Stations Now Offer Paint Recycling Service
For Immediate Release:February 13, 2025All 6 Sullivan County Transfer Stations Now Offer Paint Recycling ServiceCustomers Are Welcome to Drop Paint Off for Free Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Department of Solid Waste & Recycling is pleased to announce the expansion of its partnership with PaintCare, having launched a successful paint recycling program at the Monticello Transfer Station last fall. Every Sullivan County-operated transfer station will now serve as a drop-off site for
Do You Get a STAR Exemption? You May Need to Renew It with the State
For Immediate Release: February 14, 2025 Do You Get a STAR Exemption? You May Need to Renew It with the State Verification May Be Required to Keep Basic STAR Monticello, NY – The NYS Department of Taxation and Finance this week began mailing letters to property owners who receive the Basic STAR property tax exemption, requiring them to provide verification information within 45 days in order to continue receiving the exemption. “Due to the short response timeframe and the concern that
Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Hosts NYS Budget Director Blake Washington for State of the State Address
Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Hosts NYS Budget Director Blake Washington for State of the State Address Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted New York State Budget Director Blake Washington at Resorts World Catskills yesterday, where he delivered a State of the State Address directly from Governor Kathy Hochul’s office. The event provided local businesses, elected officials, and community members with valuable insights into the state’s 2025 priorities and a
Sullivan County Rail Trail Alliance Launches Tracks & Trails Daypack Program
Sullivan County Rail Trail Alliance Launches Tracks & Trails Daypack Program SULLIVAN COUNTY, NEW YORK – Kick off the New Year by safely exploring the outdoors! Tired of getting caught in the rain without the proper gear or dealing with blisters without a Band-Aid? Borrow a Tracks & Trails Daypack from your school or library, and you can be prepared. The daypacks are packed with essentials you need for a safe and enjoyable adventure through Sullivan County’s trails and parks. Just add water and a
The Met: Live in HD Returns to SUNY Sullivan
The Met: Live in HD Returns to SUNY Sullivan Loch Sheldrake, NY – SUNY Sullivan proudly presents The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts in the Seelig Theatre. The acclaimed series opens on Saturday, December 7,with an encore presentation of the 2006 performance of Mozart’s The Magic Flute, an abridged, English-language production of an enchanting musical fairy tale directed by Julie Taymor—the Tony Award-winning director of
Liberty NY Rotary Club Strengthens Disaster Preparedness in Puerto Rico
Liberty NY Rotary Club Strengthens Disaster Preparedness in Puerto Rico Liberty, NY – February 2, 2025 – From January 26th to February 1st, 2025, the Liberty NY Rotary Club (LNYRC) Disaster Preparedness and Relief Team made a significant impact on disaster readiness in Puerto Rico, a region that has historically faced devastating hurricanes and earthquakes. The team, consisting of Irving Kaplan, Dan Parkhurst, Gary Siegel, and Gary Silver, traveled to the island with the mission to enhance resilience
News Release: 1/27/2025
For Immediate Release: January 27, 2025 Legislators Seek Residents to Serve on Charter Review Commission Volunteer Group to Help Chart County’s Course Monticello, NY – In accordance with the Charter of Sullivan County, legislators encourage local residents to submit letters of interest to the County as they create a Charter Review Commission. “Our founding document, the Charter, requires the Legislature to convene a Charter Review Commission every 10 years, and the last one started meeting
Garnet Health Chief Medical Officer Honored by New York State Troopers
Garnet Health Chief Medical Officer Honored by New York State TroopersPamela Murphy, MD, MHA, FACEP, ABQAURP, recognized for her outstanding medical expertise. MIDDLETOWN, NY (Jan. 16, 2025) — Garnet Health’s Chief Medical Officer, Pamela Murphy, MD, MHA, FACEP, ABQAURP, recently received the prestigious Doctor Chandler Award presented by the New York State Troopers Police Benevolent Association (PBA) at a dinner in Manhattan, NY. Dr. Murphy was honored for her outstanding medical expertise, her
Rand Hardy, Lisa Hoke, Buzz Spector opens January 18, 2025
Livingston Manor, NY—Catskill Art Space (CAS) will present an exhibition of work by Rand Hardy, Lisa Hoke, and Buzz Spector. The exhibition opens on Saturday, January 18, with an artist talk from 3 to 4 p.m. and a reception from 4 to 5 p.m.; it remains on view through March 1. The three artists inventively use forms and color in their sculptural works and reliefs, with reverence for found objects, repurposed in novel ways. Rand Hardy creates object sculptures that fuse form and color. He works
Start Fresh This Spring at SUNY Sullivan: Apply Now for the Spring 2025 Semester
Start Fresh This Spring at SUNY Sullivan: Apply Now for the Spring 2025 Semester Loch Sheldrake, NY – SUNY Sullivan is welcoming prospective students to apply for the upcoming spring 2025 semester, beginning Wednesday, January 22, and running through Thursday, May 15, 2025. Interested students are invited to explore a wide range of programs tailored to prepare them with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today’s evolving job market as well as for transfer to four-year degree programs. The
SCDW Casting call - SISTER ACT
SCDW Casting call One of the highlights of the SCDW 2025 season will be “Sister Act” – a musical comedy based on the hit 1992 film of the same name. The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop is looking to cast this musical comedy. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won’t be found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique
SCDW Seeks Local Playwrights
ATTENTION: SCDW Seeks Local PlaywrightsThe Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop is seeking 10 minute, one act, and/or excerpts from full length plays for its "Plays in Development" series to be staged in May. The SCDW is focused on showcasing only local playwrights from Sullivan, Orange and Ulster Counties. Pieces that are chosen may be directed by the author (or a director of their choosing) or one of SCDW's resident directors. Auditions will be held at the historic Rivoli Theatre in South Fallsburg sometime
Trash Tipping Fees to Increase in 2025
NADIA RAJSZ CHAIR JOSEPH PERRELLO VICE CHAIR ANNMARIE MARTIN CLERK TEL: 845-807-0435 COUNTY OF SULLIVAN OFFICE OF THE LEGISLATURE SULLIVAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 100 NORTH STREET PO BOX 5012 MONTICELLO, NY 12701 For Immediate Release: December 27, 2024 Trash Tipping Fees to Increase in 2025 Escalating Costs Compel Legislators to Act Monticello, NY – Legislators this month authorized the increase of tipping fees for trash removal companies bringing waste to Sullivan County
Monticello, NY Businesses: Untangling the Changes Around the CTA, BOI and FinCEN
The Corporate Transparency Act may require certain U.S. companies to disclose beneficial ownership information to FinCEN to combat financial crimes. While a Texas federal district court’s preliminary injunction puts this requirement on hold, many experts expect that to be overturned. In that event, failure to file could lead to fines of $500 per day, up to a maximum of $10,000, and possible criminal penalties. However, filing your Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) report will help you avoid fines
Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Prestigious Awards Gala
Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Prestigious Awards Gala Monticello, NY – November 18, 2024 – On Thursday, November 14th, the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce marked its 50th Anniversary with a Gala at the Villa Roma Resort, attracting over 320 attendees from across the region. The event, which included dignitaries, business owners, and community leaders, celebrated the Chamber’s rich history while honoring those who have made a lasting impact on the
Community Foundation Launches Orange & Sullivan Equity Fund
Community Foundation Launches Orange & Sullivan Equity FundGrantmaking program developed by CFOS leadership to support diversity and inclusion programs of area nonprofits MONTGOMERY, NY (November 4, 2024) – The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) is proud to announce the launch of the Orange and Sullivan Equity Fund, a new grant opportunity designed to support diversity and inclusion programs among area nonprofits. This initiative was developed by the Foundation's Diversity, Equity,
Next-Level Hustle: How Women Entrepreneurs Supercharge Success with Adobe Acrobat
As we celebrate Women's Small Business Month this October, it’s important to highlight the innovative tools that help women entrepreneurs streamline their operations and drive growth. Adobe Acrobat offers a powerful suite of features designed to increase efficiency, simplify document handling, improve team collaboration, and streamline key business tasks. For women business owners looking to save time and focus on scaling their ventures, these solutions can be a game-changer in today’s fast-moving
Tooth Implants in Brooklyn, NY for only $1000
Dental implants are permanent tooth replacements. Tooth implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth. Dental implants, which are placed in the bone, are anchors made of a bio-compatible metal named titanium. The anchors start to fuse with the bone over three to six months. After the fusing process, known as osseointegration, abutment posts are inserted into the implant fixtures to allow for the permanent attachment of the implant crowns. Types of Dental