Day: July 14, 2026

Hochul Presses Feds for Answers About Expansion of Detention Facilities in New York

New York Public News Network | By Jimmy Vielkind New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is pressing the Trump administration for details on reported expansions of immigration detention facilities in upstate New York. The Democratic governor wrote to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin this week, seeking information about plans to increase capacity at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement […]

New York

Congressional Amendment Threatens Stability of Fracking Ban in Delaware River Basin

UPDATE: The House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure took up the WRDA for a mark-up session on Tuesday, July 14, which would have provided an opportunity for the bill to be adopted. The DRBC told Radio Catskill that Perry’s bill was not offered, and that WRDA passed out of committee without the amendment being included. […]

Science Stories with Joe Johnson

From dragonflies that fly like fighter pilots to catnip that may rival DEET as a mosquito repellent, and a remarkable fungus that’s thriving in one of the most radioactive places on Earth—our resident science guy Joe Johnson shares some stories that caught his eye. He talks about new research revealing how dragonflies win aerial dogfights, […]

Newburgh Board Unanimously Votes to Oppose ICE Detention Warehouse

NEWBURGH, N.Y. – The Town of Newburgh board unanimously voted to oppose a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention warehouse in Newburgh on Monday night. The local resolution comes after the federal government quietly awarded a $35.5 million contract to lease a Newburgh warehouse to a Texas-based contractor, Leverage Enterprises Inc, in late June. […]

Nashville Duo Turns Myth and Folklore Into Modern Americana Music

For Nashville duo Haunted Like Human, songwriting begins with stories. The musical partnership of Dale Chapman and Cody Clark blends folk and Americana traditions with literary storytelling, drawing inspiration from mythology, Southern Gothic influences, folklore, and the experiences that shape everyday human relationships. Chapman said storytelling has always been central to their creative work. “My […]

‘Birds and Bees’ Event Features Hands-On Nature Learning at Callicoon Depot

The free Saturday event will feature workshops, demonstrations and activities focused on native plants, birds, pollinators and environmental stewardship as part of ongoing efforts to restore the historic Callicoon Depot.

Sullivan County

Ulster County Board of Elections Says DOJ Has Closed Election Inquiry

KINGSTON, N.Y. — The Ulster County Board of Elections announced that the U.S. Department of Justice has closed its inquiry into the board and is no longer pursuing an investigation related to the matter. According to the board, Commissioner Ashley Torres and former Commissioner John Quigley were notified on June 4 that the Justice Department […]

Ulster County

Patriots Weekend Brings Revolutionary War History to Life at Minisink Battleground

Sullivan County will mark America’s 250th anniversary with three days of living history, music, military demonstrations and remembrance during Patriots Weekend at Minisink Battleground Park in Barryville. The free event will run from Friday, July 17, through Sunday, July 19, expanding the annual commemoration of the Battle of Minisink into a full weekend of activities. […]

Wurtsboro’s Annual Founders Day Brings Together Business, Art and Community

On July 11 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sullivan Street was packed with fairgoers celebrating Founders Day in Wurtsboro. The event highlighted local businesses, live music and vendors from surrounding communities selling their products. The sun beamed down over the fair as people looked around at the different offerings. Founders Day gives the community […]