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SUNY Sullivan’s A.A.S. Nursing Program Builds Strong Workforce Pipeline and Offers Path to RN Licensure and Career-Ready Success

SUNY Sullivan’s A.A.S. Nursing Program Builds Strong Workforce Pipeline and Offers Path to RN Licensure and Career-Ready Success Loch Sheldrake, NY – SUNY Sullivan is expanding its Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Nursing program to offer a range of flexible, career-focused pathways that meet the growing demand for healthcare professionals in New York State. From Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to Registered Nurse (RN) advancement, the college provides

Sullivan County Budget Again Wins National Award

Sullivan County Budget Again Wins National Award   Monticello, NY – For the tenth time in a row, Sullivan County has earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).   A panel of judges reviewed over 1,700 budgets submitted to the GFOA, including Sullivan County’s version for the 2025 fiscal year. They judged the budgets on their excellence as policy documents, financial plans, operations guides and communications devices, deeming Sullivan’s

Sullivan Wins $500,000 EMS Support Grant

Sullivan Wins $500,000 EMS Support Grant Maximum Allowable Award Will Fund Four New Initiatives   Monticello, NY – Sullivan County has been awarded $500,000 – the maximum possible under the County Emergency Medical Services Support Grant Program – that promises to significantly enhance the local emergency response system.   “In our application to the NYS Department of Health, we identified gaps in our EMS system which impact EMS provider capabilities, patient outcomes, and response time,” stated

CCE Sullivan’s FreshRx Program Offers Benefits to Orange County Community Members Who Attend Workshops and Events.

CCE Sullivan’s FreshRx Program Offers Benefits to Orange County Community Members Who Attend Workshops and Events.   ORANGE COUNTY, NY – Spring is here, and the bounty of farmers’ market season is close behind! Summer brings so many wonderful opportunities, including the continuation of the FreshRx Produce Prescription Program, provided by Garnet Health in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County. This collaborative program, offered to community members in Sullivan and Orange

Catholic Charities Hosts 30th Annual Sullivan County Youth Substance Use Prevention Poster Contest Awards Ceremony

Catholic Charities Hosts 30th Annual Sullivan County Youth Substance Use Prevention Poster Contest Awards Ceremony MONTICELLO – Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster hosted its 30th annual Sullivan County Youth Substance Use Prevention Poster Contest Awards Ceremony at the Sullivan County Government Center last week. The annual county-wide contest promotes an important message of youth substance use prevention while recognizing the artistic and creative talents of Sullivan County

Forestburgh Playhouse Kicks Off 79th Season with Blockbuster Pride Weekend: Drag Me to the Catskills Returns June 13–15

Forestburgh Playhouse Kicks Off 79th Season with Blockbuster Pride Weekend: Drag Me to the Catskills Returns June 13–15 FORESTBURGH, NY — The Forestburgh Playhouse is proud to launch its 79th Season with a dazzling celebration of LGBTQ+ Pride and performance excellence during a spectacular weekend of drag entertainment, June 13–15, 2025. In partnership with the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association, Drag Me to the Catskills returns for its second year of fabulous fun, bigger and better than ever. The

Legislature Appoints Members to Human Rights Commission

Legislature Appoints Members to Human Rights Commission   Monticello, NY – A majority of Sullivan County legislators this month approved naming the following members to the Human Rights Commission:Joel Santiago, a small business owner from Monticello, former vice president of La Llave del Futuro and advocate through PathStoneAri Mir-Pontier, a Barryville resident and former executive director of the Commission (having also served as a commissioner)Amanda Ward, District 8 Legislator and South Fallsburg

Bashakill Bazaar Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting and Community Festivities

Bashakill Bazaar Celebrates One-Year Anniversary with Ribbon Cutting and Community Festivities   Wurtsboro, NY – May 1, 2025 – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce invites the community to join in celebrating the one-year anniversary of Bashakill Bazaar in Wurtsboro, NY, with a Ribbon Cutting and Open House on Friday, May 2nd.   Event Details:Hibino Lunch Pop-Up: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PMRibbon Cutting & Toast (with the Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association & Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce): 3:00

Small Business Month Kicks Off with Ribbon Cuttings and Celebrations in Hurleyville

Small Business Month Kicks Off with Ribbon Cuttings and Celebrations in HurleyvilleHurleyville, NY – April 29th, 2025 – This May, in celebration of Small Business Month, the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce is proud to welcome the opening of two exciting new ventures in the vibrant community of Hurleyville—Forage & Gather and the reopening of The Tango Café at HPAC—both of which highlight the spirit of innovation and community collaboration in our region.Forage & Gather – A New Hub for the Hurleyville

Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center at Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills Receives Distinguished Center of Excellence Award

Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center at Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills Receives Distinguished Center of Excellence AwardAward acknowledges exceptional success in multiple wound-healing benchmarks.   HARRIS, NY (April 17, 2025) — Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills is honored to announce that their Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center has received RestorixHealth’s highest achievement, the Wound Center of Excellence Award, for both award periods in 2024, earning the special designation of

Kicking off Spring and Summer with Workshops and Events at CCE Sullivan!

Kicking off Spring and Summer with Workshops and Events at CCE Sullivan!   LIBERTY, NY – Spring has arrived, and summer will soon be on its heels! To usher in the warmer weather, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCE Sullivan) is excited to announce the following programs and workshops open to local community members taking place during the upcoming months: 1.     Sullivan Fresh Kitchen Takeover at the Cochecton Fire Station Monday, May 19th, 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM The Sullivan Fresh staff

Sullivan Hires First Full-Time Human Rights Executive Director

Sullivan Hires First Full-Time Human Rights Executive Director Ramone Wilson Brings Wealth of Experiences to Role   Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Manager Joshua Potosek is pleased to announce his appointment of Ramone E. Wilson as the new Executive Director of the Sullivan County Human Rights Commission.   “Ramone is very experienced in ‘meeting people where they’re at,’ by providing both services and an open ear to those in need,” Potosek related. “Our search for Sullivan County’s first

Catholic Charities to Host 30th Annual Poster Contest Awards Ceremony

Catholic Charities to Host 30th Annual Poster Contest Awards Ceremony Friday, April 25, 1pm, Sullivan County Government Center MONTICELLO – Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan & Ulster will host the awards ceremony for the 30th Annual Alcohol, Tobacco, Gambling, and Drug Prevention Poster Contest on Friday, April 25, at 1pm, in the main lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center in Monticello. Students, family, teachers, community members, and media representatives are invited to attend. The

Apply Now for HEAP Cooling Benefit

Apply Now for HEAP Cooling Benefit  Liberty, NY – Worried about suffering in the heat this summer? Sullivan County’s HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) Office has begun accepting Cooling Benefit applications, but only until funds run out.   The Cooling Benefit can provide eligible applicants with an air conditioner in a room in their home. In circumstances where an air conditioner cannot be safely installed, a fan will be offered. Only one unit will be provided per household, and no additional HEAP

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River Seeks Nominees for Water Safety Challenge Coin Awards

Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River Seeks Nominees for Water Safety Challenge Coin Awards     BEACH LAKE, PA – Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River invites members of the public to submit nominations for the park’s Water Safety Challenge Coin Award Program. The program recognizes individuals, organizations, or groups who go above and beyond to keep others safe on the river. Challenge coins are traditionally issued to recognize recipients for their excellence and hardwork.   Upper

The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan and the Rockland Community Foundation Announce Planned Merger

The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan and the Rockland Community Foundation Announce Planned Merger Proposed merger will strengthen regional philanthropy and enhance services for grantees and donors   MONTGOMERY, NY (April 11, 2025) – The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) and The Rockland Community Foundation (RCF) are excited to announce that their Boards of Directors have unanimously approved a merger, marking the next chapter in a successful partnership that has spanned

Sullivan to Enforce Flow Control Law

Sullivan to Enforce Flow Control Law Garbage Collected in County Must Be Disposed in County   Monticello, NY – Sullivan County legislators agreed this week to more rigorously enforce the County’s existing “flow control” law, which mandates that trash generated locally must be brought to a local disposal location.   “Haulers who collect garbage in Sullivan County but then transport it outside Sullivan’s boundaries are breaking the law, and we’re stepping up efforts to monitor, ticket and fine any

The SUNY Sullivan Foundation Presents

The SUNY Sullivan Foundation PresentsThe Met: Live in HD Production of Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro Loch Sheldrake, NY – The SUNY Sullivan Foundation presents an encore screening of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro (The Marriage of Figaro) at The Seelig Theatre, as part of The Met: Live in HD cinema series. This special rebroadcast of the acclaimed Metropolitan Opera production will take place on Saturday, April 26, at 12:30 pm. Mozart’s effervescent comic opera returns to the Met stage in a

Grand Reopening of the Tango Café at HPAC

Grand Reopening of the Tango Café at HPACFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Lourdesa Hunt | lourdesa@hpacny.org | 845-985-4722Date: Friday, April 11th, 2025Hurleyville, NY – The Tango Café at HPAC is excited to announce its grand reopening on Thursday, May 1st, inviting the community to experience its modernized space, vibrant atmosphere, and refreshed menu. With a focus on creativity, connection, and culinary artistry, the café is redefining what it means to dine in Hurleyville. The evening will feature a

Sullivan Chamber Seeks Social Media & Marketing Partner

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2025 ​                                                                                                                       Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Seeks Social Media & Marketing Partner   Monticello, NY — The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce has announced the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a creative and motivated marketing partner to support its growing communication, branding, and promotional efforts.   The Chamber is looking for

Wade Kramm, Howard Schwartzberg, and Susan Silas at Catskill Art Space

Livingston Manor, NY—Catskill Art Space (CAS) will present an exhibition of work by Wade Kramm, Howard Schwartzberg, and Susan Silas. The exhibition opens on Saturday, May 3, with an artist talk from 3 to 4 p.m. and a reception from 4 to 5 p.m.; it remains on view through June 21.   Wade Kramm's Wall Fragments jolt perception and manipulate space by strategically placing mirror-like portals on the gallery's walls, floors, and corners. These perceived architectural realities made from building materials

VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES at Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre

Hurleyville Performing Arts Centre  VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES Spring Festival and Upcoming Events  Spring Festival: May 17th, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM Spring Festival Vending Application LinkPride Festival: June 21st, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pride Festival Vendor Application LinkMusic Festival: July 19th, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Music Festival Vendor Application LinkCulture Festival: August 23rd, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Culture Festival Vendor Application LinkHarvest Festival: September 27th, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Harvest

KEYSTONE ASSOCIATES EXPANDS LAND SURVEYING SERVICES INTO PENNSYLVANIA

KEYSTONE ASSOCIATES EXPANDS LAND SURVEYING SERVICES INTO PENNSYLVANIA   Binghamton, New York—April 9, 2025—Keystone Associates Architects, Engineers and Surveyors, LLC (Keystone) is pleased to announce the expansion of its professional land surveying services into Pennsylvania. Specifically, Keystone will now be serving the communities and businesses of Bradford, Susquehanna, Wayne, Wyoming, and Lackawanna Counties, as well as Northern Luzerne County.   Keystone provides a full suite of land surveying

Public Review of a Bridge Replacement in a Floodplain/Wetland in Neversink

Public Review of a Bridge Replacement in a Floodplain/Wetland in Neversink Flugertown Road Comment Accepted Through April 22   Neversink, NY – The Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) intends to fund the following proposed action under the Timber for Transit Program. NBRC will prepare an 8-Step Decision-Making Process review in compliance with Executive Order (EO) 11988 (Floodplain Management) to ensure federally funded projects consider floodplain impacts and avoid unnecessary risks. NBRC will

SUNY Sullivan Announces 2025-2026 Empire State Service Corps Program, Investing in Local Community

SUNY Sullivan Announces 2025-2026 Empire State Service Corps Program, Investing in Local Community LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY – April 7, 2025 – SUNY Sullivan is proud to announce its participation in the Empire State Service Corps (ESSC) program for the 2025-2026 academic year. This initiative, championed by Governor Kathy Hochul, will provide valuable service opportunities for SUNY Sullivan students while addressing critical community needs within Sullivan County. The Empire State Service Corps program

Roadside & Trail Litter Pluck Returns April 1 through October 31

Time for Spring Cleaning, Sullivan County! Roadside & Trail Litter Pluck Returns April 1 through October 31    Monticello, NY – Sullivan County’s Annual Roadside & Trail Litter Pluck launches April 1 and runs all the way through October 31, 2025. By resolution of the County Legislature, the disposal fee is waived during that time for roadside & public trail litter at County-operated transfer stations.   This popular annual event is coordinated by the County’s Parks, Recreation and Beautification

A New Look at Sullivan County’s Parks!

A New Look at Sullivan County’s Parks! Local Photographers on Exhibit at Museum   Hurleyville, NY – The Sullivan County Parks & Recreation Department is proud to unveil an exhibition showcasing photographs taken of the landscapes and wildlife at our parks and museum!   Featuring the work of local photographers, the new exhibition is on display at the Sullivan County Museum, 265 Main Street, Hurleyville, and admission is free. The Museum is open Tuesdays-Saturdays 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and the exhibition

Wanted: Teens Interested in the Most Unique Summer Experience of Their Lives!

Wanted: Teens Interested in the Most Unique Summer Experience of Their Lives! Registration Opens for Emergency Services Youth Academy   Swan Lake, NY – Following last year’s inaugural outing, the Sullivan County Emergency Services Youth Academy will be returning July 21-25, 2025.   “Our first Academy was an outstanding and exciting success, introducing local teens to the huge array of methods and equipment our firefighters, EMTs, and police officers utilize,” notes Sullivan County Public Safety

Earth Day Symposium: Creatives Respond to the Climate Crisis

Earth Day Symposium: Creatives Respond to the Climate Crisis Livingston Manor, NY – Catskill Art Space (CAS) will host an Earth Day Symposium: Creatives Respond to the Climate Crisis on April 26, 3-5pm in the second-floor, River Galleries at 48 Main Street, Livingston Manor, NY. Artists Lauren Daccache, Paul D. Miller aka DJ Spooky, Elizabeth Orr, Eleanor White and architect Mitchell Joachim of Terreform ONE (Open Network Ecology) for an Earth Day-inspired discussion moderated by artist and writer Hovey

Arlene Shechet at Catskill Art Space July 5 - August 23, 2025

Livingston Manor, NY – Each summer Catskill Art Space (CAS) invites a prominent artist local to the region to overtake the ground floor galleries facing Livingston Manor’s Main Street. For this year’s exhibition, Arlene Shechet, the Kingston and Woodstock-based sculptor, will exhibit new and recent sculptures, works on paper, and tapestries. Arlene Shechet opens July 5, 2025, with an artist talk from 3-4pm and a reception from 4-5pm. The exhibition continues through August 23, 2025.   Shechet, born and

Hudson Valley Credit Union Launches the new HVCU Charitable Foundation

Hudson Valley Credit Union Launches the new HVCU Charitable Foundation  Poughkeepsie, NY - February 25, 2025   Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU) is excited to announce it has established the HVCU Charitable Foundation.    The HVCU Charitable Foundation will foster deeper connections within the community through impactful contributions to local nonprofits. As an official 501(c)(3) organization, the HVCU Charitable Foundation will award grants on an annual basis to organizations whose work provides

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Announces 2025 Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund Grant Recipients

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Announces 2025 Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund Grant Recipients Fund established through bequest from Jean Rowe grants to organizations dedicated to rescuing, sheltering, and defending animals   MONTGOMERY, NY (March 10, 2025) – The Hudson Valley Animal Shelter Fund, a Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan component fund, recently distributed grants totaling $16,500 to five organizations dedicated to rescuing, sheltering, and defending

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Establishes Office at Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan Establishes Office at Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce   Monticello, NY – March 11, 2025 – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to welcome the Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) to our office space at 196 Bridgeville Road, Suite 7, Monticello, NY. This exciting collaboration will strengthen both organizations' missions by fostering deeper community engagement, supporting local businesses, and enhancing philanthropic

Ellenville Regional Hospital Foundation Announces Seventh Annual Golf Tournament at The Monster Golf Club

Ellenville Regional Hospital Foundation Announces Seventh Annual Golf Tournament at The Monster Golf ClubEllenville, NY – March 5, 2025 – The Ellenville Regional Hospital Foundation is excited to announce that its Seventh Annual Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the prestigious Monster Golf Club in Monticello, NY at Resorts World Catskills. This year’s tournament brings an upgraded experience at one of the region’s most renowned golf courses, promising an exciting and memorable

Bethel Sanitation: Honoring Heroes

Bethel Sanitation- Honoring Heroes: Exclusive Discount for First Responders & Veterans  At Bethel Sanitation, we believe in giving back to those who serve. As a local, family-owned business with three generations of first responders, we understand the dedication, sacrifice, and commitment it takes to protect our communities. As a token of our gratitude, we’re offering an exclusive discount to all First Responders and Veterans—because you’ve had our backs, and now we’ve got yours. Who qualifies? Active

SUNY Sullivan Expands Opportunities to Earn Academic Credit for Real World Work Experience with Credits for Prior Learning Program

SUNY Sullivan Expands Opportunities to Earn Academic Credit for Real World Work Experience with Credits for Prior Learning Program Loch Sheldrake, NY – Another way SUNY Sullivan is helping speed students to degrees! SUNY Sullivan’s Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) gives students academic credit for real-life knowledge and skills. Credit for Prior Learning transforms students’ work experiences, professional training, military service, and independent learning into academic credit. CPL saves students

Legislature Observes Black History Month With Speaker and My Brother’s Keeper

Legislature Observes Black History Month With Speaker and My Brother’s Keeper   Monticello, NY – Sullivan County legislators started their regular monthly meeting in February with an hourlong recognition of Black History Month.   “As Sullivan County’s first African-American legislator, I feel strongly that we should acknowledge and celebrate our history in the County, and inspire the next generation to strive to make a difference here – because they certainly can!” District 8 Legislator Amanda Ward

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan to Award $500K in Scholarships

Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan to Award $500K in ScholarshipsStudents are encouraged to apply for available scholarships by the April 14 deadline MONTGOMERY, NY (February 26, 2025) – The Community Foundation of Orange and Sullivan (CFOS) is pleased to announce that a total of 175 scholarships worth nearly $500 thousand will be awarded from its component funds this spring. High school seniors and adults returning to college are encouraged to apply. Applications are now open and can be

Regional Food Bank Opens New Distribution Center in Orange County

Regional Food Bank Opens New Distribution Center in Orange CountyHudson Valley Neighbors in Need Will Now Receive More Food   MONTGOMERY, NEW YORK – February 3, 2024 - The Regional Food Bank Hudson Valley opened their bay doors to volunteers and partner agencies for the first time at its new 50,000-square-foot distribution center in the Town of Montgomery, Orange County. The state-of-the-art facility will expand the organization’s capacity for food storage and distribution to better meet the growing

APPLY TODAY: 2025 Festivals at Bethel Woods

      2025 Vendor Applications   NOW OPEN!     Please read our 2025 Rules & Regulations and Vendor License documents. These documents are part of the official application, which you will electronically sign and agree to when completing the vendor application.     2025 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE     Harvest Festival Sundays, August 31 – October 5 11AM-4PM   The 27th annual Harvest Festival features vendors from the local community, the surrounding Catskills, and the greater upstate NY

Joint Statement on Announced Closure of Liberty Food Manufacturing Plant

Joint Statement on Announced Closure of Liberty Food Manufacturing Plant   Liberty, NY – Sullivan County Legislature Chair Nadia Rajsz, Town of Liberty Supervisor Frank DeMayo and Village of Liberty Mayor Joan Stoddard jointly issued the following statement today:   “We are deeply concerned about PepsiCo’s decision to shutter their Liberty food manufacturing facility, which has been an integral part of our community for decades and employs hundreds of locals. This action will have many impacts, which

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

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

Sullivan County Public Health Monitoring for Avian Flu No Reports Thus Far, But It Is in New York State

COUNTY OF SULLIVAN DIVISION OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES Department of Public Health GLADYS OLMSTED BUILDING 50 COMMUNITY LANE LIBERTY, NY 12754 For Immediate Release: February 5, 2025 Sullivan County Public Health Monitoring for Avian Flu No Reports Thus Far, But It Is in New York State   Liberty, NY – With neighboring Ulster County confirming the presence of bird flu, Sullivan County’s Department of Public Health remains vigilant in preparing for potential local outbreaks.   What Is Bird

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

County’s Financial Reporting Continues to Win Awards

COUNTY OF SULLIVAN OFFICE OF THE COUNTY TREASURER SULLIVAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER 100 NORTH STREET PO BOX 5012 MONTICELLO, NY 12701 For Immediate Release: January 27, 2025   County’s Financial Reporting Continues to Win Awards   Monticello, NY – For the 34th consecutive time, the Sullivan County Treasurer’s Office has been accorded the Financial Reporting Achievement Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The County also received a Certificate of Achievement for

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

CCE, ATI, and the Joseph P. Dwyer Vet 2 Vet Program, have partnered to offer a caregiver support group for families of Veterans

CCE, ATI, and the Joseph P. Dwyer Vet 2 Vet Program, have partnered to offer a caregiver support group for families of Veterans LIBERTY, NY – Research estimates that 80% of Veterans will have some need for long-term services and supports in their lifetime. Often this support falls to the Veterans’ families and close friends, whether or not they are prepared to offer it. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County and Action Toward Independence are partnering to offer a support group for Veterans, families

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 Calling Local Directors

 Press release: for immediate release - January 9, 2025SCDW Calling Local Directors:Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop's 2025 Seasonpromises to be an outstanding collection of comedy, music, drama and just plain good entertainment. The SCDW is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing and promoting quality theatre for the community. Everyone who lends their talents to present our 2025 Season is a volunteer. In May, the "SCDW's plays in Development Series" will offer local playwrights a chance to see

Sullivan County Launching Electrical Trades Course

Hudson Valley Credit Union to Acquire Catskill Hudson Bank

Hudson Valley Credit Union to Acquire Catskill Hudson BankJan 10, 2024   POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. and KINGSTON, N.Y., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hudson Valley Credit Union (HVCU) announced today that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Catskill Hudson Bank and its parent company Catskill Hudson Bancorp, Inc. (OTCPK: CSKL) ("Catskill Hudson"), pursuant to which Catskill Hudson Bank will merge with and into HVCU, with HVCU as the surviving institution in a series of transactions. Pursuant to

Forestburgh Playhouse opens New Works Festival Submissions

Forestburgh Playhouse opens New Works Festival Submissions FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2025 Forestburgh, NY – The Forestburgh Playhouse is excited to announce that the 5th Annual In the Works-In the Woods Festival will now be welcoming submissions of new plays and musicals.  The festival will take place September 5th-7th, 2025 on the Playhouse campus.   “Our very own, home-grown theatre festival is turning 5 in ‘25 - and the word is out!  Each year the In The Works~In The Woods Festival grows

Paid Prenatal Leave Law going into effect January 1, 2025

Beginning January 1, 2025, New York’s Paid Prenatal Leave law will go into effect. This first-in-the-nation law will require private employers to provide pregnant employees with 20 hours of paid prenatal leave, ensuring that pregnant employees can take time off for medical appointments related to pregnancy without the fear of losing income. Paid Prenatal Leave applies to all private employers in New York state, with no minimum employee threshold, and is applicable to both full-time and part-time

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

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

Forestburgh Playhouse Unveils Exciting 2025 Season Lineup with Comedies, Musicals, and Family Favorites

Forestburgh Playhouse Unveils Exciting 2025 Season Lineup with Comedies, Musicals, and Family Favorites Forestburgh, NY – The Forestburgh Playhouse is thrilled to announce its 2025 Season Lineup.  The Playhouse’s 79th season promises a wide variety of offerings–an abundance of comedy, drama and stellar song & dance!  As the oldest, continuously running, professional summer theatre in New York State, the Playhouse draws talent from across the country to mount top-notch productions, cabaret performances,

UPCOMING WEBINARS FROM THE SBA : U.S. Small Business Administration

UPCOMING WEBINARS FROM THE SBA       Fri. 1/31/2025 10am-11am (SBA and Greater New York Chamber) Webinar “Government Contracting Series I: Doing Business with the Government A-Z) Greater New York Chamber of Commerce - NYC   Fri. 1/31/2025 11am-12pm (SBA and Italy-America Chamber of Commerce) Webinar “Ten Steps to Start Your Business” https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KJHJ8FiCRVC4KZflwQYFf    

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