More than seven million people participated in No Kings rallies on Oct. 18 across the country, according to national organizers. Thousands took to the streets in the Catskills and northeast Pennsylvania –…
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With Route 17 Expansion Paused, Climate Advocates Push for Transit Alternatives
The New York State Department of Transportation has hit pause on its $1.4 billion plan to expand Route 17 through Orange and Sullivan Counties following community pushback. In October, the New York…
GOP Officials Vote to Disband NY Young Republicans Chapter After Leak of Racist Texts
New York’s top Republicans voted Friday to close the state’s Young Republicans chapter after the group’s leaders sent racist and antisemitic messages in a group chat that leaked to the press. Republican…
Sullivan County Sales Tax Drop Could Trigger Property Tax Hike in 2026
Sullivan County is facing a significant sales tax shortfall that could force a property tax increase next year, county officials say. Potential $5 Million Gap in Sales Tax Revenue County Treasurer Nancy…
Millions to Rally Nationwide for ‘No Kings’ Protest; Monticello Event Highlights Local Concerns
Millions are expected at the nationwide “No Kings” protests this Saturday, including a gathering in Monticello organized by grassroots group We Are One Sullivan. The coalition advocates for civic engagement and accountability…
Americans Find Common Ground on Healthcare, Housing & Shared Values — New RWJF Study
With the federal government shutdown entering a third week, it might seem as if Americans are more divided than ever before. But a new study shows that on issues of healthcare, housing,…
Votebeat: Amid Crosstalk from Trump, Pennsylvania Republicans Encourage Mail Voting
This article was originally published by Votebeat, a nonprofit news organization covering local election administration and voting access. Carter Walker, Votebeat Votebeat is a nonprofit news organization reporting on voting access and…
Judge Rules Against River Valley Estates Owners in Sullivan County Lawsuit
LOCH SHELDRAKE — For the residents of River Valley Estates, it wasn’t just the water that ran foul — it was years of mismanagement, unaddressed repairs, and what the courts have now…
Garnet Health Plans to Join Montefiore Health System: Here’s What We Know
Garnet Health and Montefiore Health System announced on Wednesday that the two healthcare systems have signed a Letter of Intent for Garnet Health to pursue an affiliation with Montefiore Health System. “Today’s…