Kimberly Izar

Extensive Toxic Algal Bloom Observed in Hudson River, New Tool Tracks Water Quality In Real Time

Potentially the most extensive harmful algal bloom in the Hudson River in nearly 40 years was observed, according to local science advocacy nonprofit Riverkeeper. The Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies said this is the largest cyanobacteria bloom on the river they have seen in almost 40 years. Riverkeeper’s Science Director Dr. Shannon Roback told […]

New York’s HEAP Funding at Risk Ahead of Winter

Sullivan County officials warn that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is anticipating the state’s HEAP funding to be flat for this year. The Home Energy Assistance Program, known as HEAP, helps low-income New Yorkers with heating and cooling their homes. At a Health & Human Services Committee meeting on Sept. […]

Sullivan County

Groundhog Trouble: Tips from Finca Seremos

Woodchucks, or groundhogs, can become a year-round headache for farmers, gardeners, and homeowners. Despite their relatively small build, groundhogs can quickly destroy a large amount of farmland. Radio Catskill’s Kimberly Izar sat down with Brenda González and Chris Nickell, co-owners of Finca Seremos in Callicoon Center, who shared how farmers may navigate these furry critters. […]

Pike Medical Foundation Receives $500,000 Grant to Build First-Ever County Community Hospital

Pike County remains the only county in the state of Pennsylvania without a hospital or urgent care facility. That could soon change. The Pike Medical Foundation received a $500,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services for equipment to build the first-ever planned community hospital in Pike County. Pike County Commissioner Ronald Schmalzle said […]

Pike County

Queer Rock Bands Set to ‘Rock the Roof’ at The Darby

Update: Due to expected rain, this event was moved to The Darby in Beach Lake, P.A. It was previously scheduled at The Cochecton Pump House. Get ready to ‘Rock the Roof’ off on Saturday, September 6, at The Darby in Beach Lake, P.A. Tracy City, We Were Werewolves, and Basic Bitches is the trio […]

Rockland Central School District Kicks Off First Year After Merger

The start of a new school year always brings lots of planning, excitement, and maybe a few nerves. For Rockland Central School District students, families, and staff, this year marks an even bigger fresh start after Livingston Manor and Roscoe Central school districts merged into a unified school district in 2024. The first day […]

Village of Liberty Passes Local Law to Ban Sleeping or Camping in Public Areas

The Village Board of Liberty approved a local law on Aug. 21 to prohibit camping or sleeping in village parks, sidewalks, streets, and other public areas. Inside the Liberty Municipal Building on Main Street, more than 40 community members attended a public hearing on Thursday, drawing mixed support and opposition to the local law. […]

Community members spoke against and in favor of the local law banning outdoor sleeping at the Aug. 21 public hearing in Liberty, N.Y.

Sullivan County

Alpacas, 4-H, and Lumberjacks at the 145th Grahamsville Little World’s Fair

The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair is the longest-running independent fair in New York State. Hosted by the Neversink Agriculture Society, the fair offered live music, shows, and fun from August 15-17 in Grahamsville. Central to the Grahamsville Little World’s Fair is participation from 4-H youth members. 4-H is the country’s largest youth development organization with […]

Sullivan County Legislature Approves Solid Waste Management Plan. What’s Next?

The Sullivan County Legislature approved its first solid waste management plan in more than three decades in an 8-1 vote on August 21. District 5 Legislator Catherine Scott was the only legislator who voted against the plan. Now, the plan heads to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for final approval. Here’s […]