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6:08

New Report Shows Population Loss in Hudson Valley...

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2024/07/19

10:10

NY FOCUS: How Upstate Retirees Fought Privatized...

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2024/07/18

8:27

Bethel, Home of Woodstock, Embraces Green Initiatives

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2024/07/18

The town of Bethel has been recertified as a “Bronze-standard Climate-Smart Community” by the Department of Environmental Conservation as part of New York State’s Climate Smart Community program, which supports local efforts to meet the economic, social, and environmental challenges posed by climate change. Bethel is one of 23 municipalities being recognized for taking action to mitigate and adapt to climate change. To achieve Climate Smart Community certification, local governments

6:26

NY-19 Congressman Marc Molinaro Discusses...

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2024/07/14

NY-19 Congressman Marc Molinaro Discusses Assassination Attempt on Former President Donald Trump

2:59

Greag Goldstein, Chairman for the Sullivan County...

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2024/07/14

Greg Goldstein, Chairman of the Republican Party in Sullivan County said "It's a sad day for America."

1:41

Local Reactions to the Attempted Assassination of Trump

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2024/07/14

Former President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt Saturday when a gunman opened fire at a rally approximately 30 miles north of Pittsburgh.During the incident, one person at the rally was killed and two others were wounded before Secret Service agents neutralized the shooter. Greg Goldstein, Chairman of the Republican Party in Sullivan County said "It's a sad day for America."Deputy Sheriff for Sullivan County Eric Chatboty announced that security measures will be

1:41

Fallsburg Issues Water Conservation Due to Shortages

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2024/07/11

For the second consecutive week, the Town of Fallsburg has issued another water conservation notice for certain areas of South Fallsburg, effective until Monday, July 15, 2024.According to Fallsburg officials, a review of the current water supply this morning revealed that the LaVista Drive water tanks are at minimum levels necessary to meet the expected demand this weekend.The town is urging residents in the affected areas to "conserve as much water as possible to avoid running out again

23:40

Prison Journalist John J. Lennon Starts Writing...

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2024/07/09

John J. Lennon is a prison journalist currently serving a 28-years-to-life sentence at Sullivan Correctional Facility for murder, drug sales, and gun possession. He is a contributing editor at Esquire and a contributing writer at The Marshall Project. Recently, he started a nonfiction writing workshop at Sullivan, where 10 incarcerated individuals will meet weekly. Lennon, who learned to write in a creative writing workshop at Attica, has always wanted to offer the same opportunity to

9:27

Move Sullivan Expands Bus Service in Sullivan County

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2024/07/08

Sullivan County’s bus service, Move Sullivan, is set to expand its routes, aiming to connect more communities across the county. This expansion is part of a broader initiative to improve public transportation accessibility for residents, making it easier for people to commute to work, attend medical appointments, and access other essential services.In a recent interview with Radio Catskill, Patricio Robayo spoke with Laura Quigley, Commissioner of the County of Sullivan, New York. Quigley

9:51

NY FOCUS: Trans Man Forced to Undergo Prison Genital...

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2024/07/08

A transgender man sued the New York prison system for forcing him to undergo illegal genital examinations. He has settled the case for $275,000.Chris Gelardi from NY Focus spoke to Radio Catskill's Patricio Robayo on what this means for the transgender community in prisons.

46:41

Meet Joanna Gass - Catskill Singer

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2024/07/05

Joanna Gass, a beloved local singer who performs with Search and Rescue and frequently appears at events throughout Sullivan County, such as Bethel Music by the Lake. Joanna, who sang during the Catskills Borscht Belt era, will be sharing her story with writer Carol Montana, discussing her life and how she became a staple in the Catskills nightlife scene.

24:01

New Agency in Sullivan County Provides Trauma Support...

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2024/07/03

Girls who have experienced trauma face a significantly elevated risk of engaging in self-harm and contemplating suicide. According to EverGreen Meadow Academy, a new agency in Sullivan County, the best opportunity to alter their trajectory is during their middle school years. The academy offers comprehensive mental health services, including individual and group therapy, psychiatric support, and trauma-informed interventions. The mission of EverGreen Meadow Academy is to provide a safe and

39:55

Sullivan Correctional Journalist, John J. Lennon,...

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2024/07/02

The New York State Prison agency has revoked a policy that prohibited incarcerated writers and artists from publishing their creative work. This policy, which was put into effect on May 11, mandated a rigorous approval process for publishing creative content outside of prison and allowed prison superintendents to block works that violated broad rules.The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) clarified that the directive was not meant to restrict free speech or creative

10:21

Summer Tick Safety Tips from the New York State...

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2024/07/02

It’s tick season In New York State and tick safety is important as ever. The good news is there are a number of precautions you can take to protect yourself.Reporter Marin Scotten is joined by Melissa Prusinski from the New York State Department of Health to hear more about ticks, where you can find them, how to protect yourself and what to do if you do get a tick bite.

1:41

Tragic Day in Delaware County: Fatal Plane Crash in...

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2024/07/01

Plane Crash in MasonvilleOn Sunday June 30, 2024, around 2:00 p.m., the New York State Police responded to a potential plane crash near Lake Cecil Road in Masonville. A multi-agency search effort, including drones, ATVs, and helicopters, led to the discovery of debris and the downed aircraft.The aircraft, a Piper Malibu Mirage, was found with all passengers deceased. The victims were identified as Roger Beggs, 76, Laura VanEpps, 43, Ryan VanEpps, 42, James R. VanEpps, 12, and Harrison

7:20

Monticello Is Transitioning to Electric School Buses....

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2024/06/26

In April 2022, New York State set an ambitious mandate: by July 1, 2027, it states, all school districts in New York State can only purchase zero-emission buses, and by July 1, 2035, all school buses operating in-state must be zero-emission — powered by electricity, rather than diesel or gas. Monticello Central School District received its first electric school bus this March. Superintendent Matthew Evans spoke with Radio Catskill reporter Chia-Tien Nicole Chen about how his district is

16:59

NY FOCUS: Missed Deadlines Pile Up As New York’s...

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2024/06/26

New York State is falling behind on critical milestones needed to achieve its ambitious emissions targets. In a recent interview, Radio Catskill's Jason Dole discusses these issues with Colin Kinniburgh, shedding light on the state's climate challenges.

3:30

Fire Companies Battle Blaze at Bethel's Russell Farm...

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2024/06/21

On Thursday, June 20, at approximately 12:37 PM, a fire broke out at Russell Farm's barn located along Route 17B in Bethel, NY. The White Lake Fire Company received the call and promptly responded to the scene. According to Shane Cunningham of the White Lake Fire Company, the fire was triggered by a mechanical failure in the hay conveyor machine. Despite the record heat, there were no injuries reported, and all livestock remained unharmed.“Thankfully, the kids that were stacking the hay got

28:02

Goodwill's Secrets: Christopher Mele Unveils New Book

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2024/06/21

Christopher Mele, a senior staff editor at the NY Times with nearly 40 years of experience in community newspapers in New York and Pennsylvania, has authored a new book.In "Goodwill's Secrets," restless teenager Raven vanishes from the Adirondack village of Goodwill. Reporter Alex Provetto, initially dismissive, is assigned to cover her story. As he investigates, the village's perfect facade crumbles, revealing a web of danger and deceit. Each clue entangles Alex deeper, turning his quest

14:34

NY FOCUS: Could New York Force Insurance Companies to...

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2024/06/20

In New York and across the country, insurers like Liberty Mutual, State Farm, and Allstate, among others, have stakes in both sides of the climate crisis. To make up some of the lost revenue, they have pared back coverage and hiked rates by more than 30 percent since 2019, in large part because the increasing frequency of storms and other extreme weather events is making damage to homes even costlier. And many of them have also been investing customer premiums in oil and gas and

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