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Proposed Aggressive Panhandling Law Fails in Thompson

THOMPSON, N.Y. — A proposed local law aimed at aggressive panhandling failed to gain enough support from the Thompson Town Board on Aug. 18, following a discussion centered on traffic safety, enforcement and the constitutional protections afforded to people asking for money in public places. The measure, Proposed Local Law No. 3 of 2026, would […]

White Lake Foods Plans New Operations at Former PepsiCo Plant in Liberty

LIBERTY, N.Y. — The former PepsiCo facility in Liberty has a new owner, and a food company that has been producing private-label products for Hudson Valley Farms plans to begin operations at the site. PepsiCo has sold the property at 89 Mill Street to 5722 Route 55 LLC. The sale was finalized Aug. 27, according […]

Sullivan County

In Sullivan County, a Debate Over Solar Raises a Bigger Question: How Will the Catskills Power Through Extreme Heat?

In Sullivan County, the debate over a large proposed solar project in the the Towns of Thompson and Forestburgh reflects a broader challenge facing the Catskills: How can rural communities add more clean energy while protecting the land and character of the places where people live? The question is becoming more urgent as New York […]

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Ulster County Officials say Hidden Camera Found Outside UCAT Building

KINGSTON, N.Y. — Ulster County officials say a camera found hidden in bushes outside the front entrance of the Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) building was recording without the knowledge or consent of UCAT employees. According to a statement issued by County Executive Jen Metzger and leaders of the Ulster County Legislature, the Ulster County […]

Ulster County

Sullivan Families Go Year Without Child Care Aid as Some Struggle to Stay Afloat

Rose Chateau has a three-year-old daughter, Dinah, and is expecting a baby boy in December. Dinah loves toys, ice cream, and coloring – and she’s excited to do more of those activities with her soon-to-be sibling. “I’m 23 weeks pregnant, soon to go on 24 [weeks],” said Chateau, a Narrowsburg resident. “[Dinah’s] gonna be almost […]

Sullivan County

Delaware and Orange County Sheriffs Among 15 Suing to Challenge NY Ban on ICE Partnerships

The lawsuit was filed Tuesday, the same day the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act took effect.

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Sullivan County to Hold Job Fair for Adult Care Center Workers

The Care Center currently has 93 long-term residents and 86 employees with a capacity of 146 beds.

Sullivan County

How Local Schools are Navigating AI Adoption This Year

As the new school year begins, educators are considering how to responsibly incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) in classrooms.

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Open Space Institute Acquires 440 Acres at Mt. Cathalia, Plans Addition to Minnewaska State Park

ULSTER COUNTY, N.Y. — The Open Space Institute has acquired 440 acres at Mt. Cathalia, protecting what it describes as the largest remaining undeveloped, privately owned parcel adjacent to Minnewaska State Park Preserve. The property, also known as Mt. Meenagha, spans the Town of Wawarsing and the Village of Ellenville. It connects two previously unlinked […]

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Local News

Proposed Aggressive Panhandling Law Fails in Thompson

White Lake Foods Plans New Operations at Former PepsiCo Plant in Liberty

In Sullivan County, a Debate Over Solar Raises a Bigger Question: How Will the Catskills Power Through Extreme Heat?

Ulster County Officials say Hidden Camera Found Outside UCAT Building

Sullivan Families Go Year Without Child Care Aid as Some Struggle to Stay Afloat

Delaware and Orange County Sheriffs Among 15 Suing to Challenge NY Ban on ICE Partnerships

Sullivan County to Hold Job Fair for Adult Care Center Workers

How Local Schools are Navigating AI Adoption This Year

Open Space Institute Acquires 440 Acres at Mt. Cathalia, Plans Addition to Minnewaska State Park

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