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It’s time to help our veterans struggling with addiction

Countless veterans across the nation struggle with addiction and mental health disorders. Addiction can develop during their time in the military, or when they have been discharged or retired from … more

By VERONICA RAUSSIN | 5/24/23

Driving over the default cliff

I recently applied for an increase in our credit limit from our credit card company. The representative on the phone said he couldn’t tell me the reason we were denied. (Was the reason too … more

By TOM DENTON | 5/17/23

When we look after each other

People who raise goats have a special connection. My connection with Scott Conley happened in a flash years ago, almost 10 years ago. His farm is in Roscoe ( www.trouttownfarms.com ). He … more

By SONJA HEDLUND | 5/17/23

How my daughter and Aileen Gunther’s office saved my life

In primary season, it’s easy to forget an important reason our elected officials exist—they can help us negotiate the system. Sometimes that help is a matter of life and death. … more

By CHARLES SUNNEKALB | 5/17/23

'Transparency and accountability are fundamental'

WE SUPPORT OUR LOCAL FIRE AND EMS SERVICE. We have family who are police, fire and EMS personnel. Our statements regarding emergency medical services are being misrepresented by … more

By MATTHEW CONTRERAS AND BOB ROCHE | 5/16/23

History, science and Milford’s future collide with the mega-warehouse project

Part one discussed the effect of the Milford Warehouse project on the aquifer. Part two examines the impact of climate change, and what will happen to the community. People are aware of the … more

By VITO DIBIASI | 5/10/23

The crucial importance of duty, trust and respect

The Weiden family has been part of the Tusten community since 1904, and we are the fourth generation to own the family farm outside the hamlet. Beginning with our 2015 acquisition of the former … more

By By BRENDAN P. WEIDEN AND KATHLEEN M. WEIDEN | 5/10/23

The crucial importance of duty, trust and respect

The Weiden family has been part of the Tusten community since 1904, and we are the fourth generation to own the family farm outside the hamlet. Beginning with our 2015 acquisition of the former … more

By BRENDAN P. WEIDEN AND KATHLEEN M. WEIDEN | 5/3/23 | 1 comment

Monticello school district to hold budget vote

At its April 11 regular meeting, the Monticello Central School District (MCSD) Board of Education adopted a proposed budget for the 2023-24 school year. The proposed $97,886,695 spending plan has … more

By COURTNEY BONFANTE | 5/2/23

For Beaver Brook’s sake, abide by the comprehensive plan

Hopefully, you’ve noticed those bright yellow and black sign boards all around town, “Tusten Planning Board: Respect Your Comprehensive Plan!” Maybe you’re wondering what they … more

By JOANNE PENTANGELO | 5/2/23 | 1 comment

History, science and Milford’s future collide with the mega-warehouse project

It started in 1968, when PennDOT and the U.S. Department of Transportation placed the I84/Route 6 interchange directly on top of the Milford Springs aquifer. This road construction caused significant … more

By VITO DIBIASI | 4/26/23

Officers assaulted, injured at Sullivan Correctional Facility, more

Six officers from Sullivan Correctional Facility were treated at a local hospital for injuries that occurred when two inmates attacked them in separate incidents. The assault occurred … more

By JAMES MILLER | 4/26/23

Here comes the sun—and controversy

On a cool but sunny December 13, 2022, scientists made the thrilling—if unexpected—announcement that true nuclear fusion, identical to that which produces the sun’s energy, had been … more

By Mark McLaren | 4/19/23

4/20 party?

Recreational marijuana is legal in New York State, and there are massive 4/20 events and celebrations planned across the state. It has become a big business in many states. As these … more

By JODY BOULAY | 4/19/23

Safety nets and entitlements

While the political right talks about curbing or even eliminating “entitlement” programs, the left describes the vital necessity of a “social safety net” for poor and … more

By JOHN PACE | 4/12/23

Underinvestment drives long-term care crisis

New York State’s long-term care system is in crisis because of continued underinvestment in the state’s nursing homes and an inability to contend with other industries’ competitive … more

By GEORGE GRESHAM, et al. | 4/12/23

The Wright Center for Community Health provides primary and preventive care services for patients of all ages, income levels, and insurance statuses at its network of health care clinics in Northeast Pennsylvania. Dr. Manju Mary Thomas, a pediatrician, provides a well-visit checkup for a pediatric patient at the Mid Valley Practice in Jermyn, PA.

Don’t tempt fate

Polio, measles and other once-dreaded diseases are again threatening large numbers of children in the United States, due in part to the viral spread of something that physicians cannot easily cure: … more

By The Wright Center for Community Health | 4/5/23

Sen. Chuck Schumer in April calls upon the Office of National Drug Control Policy to immediately approve Sullivan County’s application to become a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area.

The need for a HEALing community

Opioid use disorder (OUD) has had a devastating impact in Sullivan County when you look at the number of lives we’ve lost, the families broken apart, and the financial burden placed on medical, … more

By MELISSA STICKLE | 4/5/23

Milk pricing needs to consider the cost of production or more dairy farmers will go out of business.

How much more can the average dairy farmer take?

After receiving a pay price of $26.92 for their milk in June 2022, many dairy farmers thought that possibly the prices had really turned the corner. However, thousands of these same farmers also had … more

By ARDEN TEWKSBURY | 3/30/23

The hubris of Ron DeSantis

Great political leaders possess the unique ability to create dynamic legislation with members of the opposite party through compromise. This is rewarded when an idea successfully materializes into a … more

By NED SADER | 3/28/23