Day: February 4, 2026

Phase 1 of Callicoon Depot Renovations Seeks Contractor Bids

CALLICOON, N.Y. — Callicoon Depot Inc., working with the Callicoon Business Association and the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway, is seeking contractor bids for the first phase of renovations at the historic Callicoon railway station on Main Street. Project contract documents have been completed, and the organization is now beginning the process of retaining a general […]

Gov. Kathy Hochul Picks Adrienne Adams as Her Running Mate

Gov. Kathy Hochul has selected former New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as her running mate, adding regional balance to Hochul’s bid for a second full term. Adams, 65, left office in December after helming the Council for four years. Both women are considered political moderates, but Adams’ selection aligns Hochul with a known […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul Picks Adrienne Adams as Her Running Mate

In Ellenville, Juniper Grows a New Space for Wellness, Art, and Community

Ellenville, NY — A new hub for wellness, creativity, and community is opening in Ellenville this week. Juniper, co-founded by Adrian DiMatteo and Cassie Luzenski, is a cultural and wellness center offering yoga, meditation, art classes, music programs, and after-school activities for people of all ages. “Juniper is a picture that is being painted as […]
In Ellenville, Juniper Grows a New Space for Wellness, Art, and Community

New York’s Citizens’ Preparedness Corps Teaches Residents How to Weather Any Storm

After Superstorm Sandy, New York launched the Citizens’ Preparedness Corps (CPC) to teach residents how to handle emergencies—from storms and floods to power outages. Maria Pfegel of the program says: “Most people believe they’re more prepared than they actually are. Just because you’ve been through a disaster before doesn’t mean you won’t be affected next time.” The training […]
New York’s Citizens’ Preparedness Corps Teaches Residents How to Weather Any Storm

Local Immigration Advocates Say Hochul’s ICE Proposal Falls Short, Push for “New York for All” Act

New York Governor Kathy Hochul last Friday proposed legislation aimed at limiting local law enforcement’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Her proposal would ban counties and cities from entering into so-called 287(g) agreements, which allow local police to partner directly with federal immigration authorities. But immigration advocates say the governor’s plan doesn’t […]
Local Immigration Advocates Say Hochul’s ICE Proposal Falls Short, Push for “New York for All” Act

New York Expands Electricity Discount Program

Monticello, N.Y. — New York State has launched a new pilot program aimed at helping more residents afford their utility bills. In mid-January, the state announced the Enhanced Energy Affordability Program, or EEAP, expanding the existing Energy Affordability Program that offers monthly discounts on electric and gas service to qualifying households. “EEAP is a two-year […]
New York Expands Electricity Discount Program