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8:39

New Air Quality Monitoring System Propels...

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2025/07/10

The public now has access to crucial data about air quality around Hudson Valley. Bard College has partnered with an environmental justice group, “JustAir,” to install sensors and publish the data in real time. Before this initiative, only government agencies could view the data without a formal request and it was being measured from farther away. Citizens have to file using the Freedom of Information Act to access EPA statistics, explains Eli Dueker. Dueker is the Director of the Center

10:49

Carolyn Summers on Restoring Native Plants

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2025/07/10

Jamie Case speaks with Carolyn Summers about advancing biodiversity through native plants and the 20-year project, “Flying Trillium,” where she restores and fosters different forms of wildlife across 100-acres of land in Sullivan County.

3:40

Catskills Local Places 11th at Nathan's Fourth of...

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2025/07/08

Camille O'Brien represented the Catskills this Independence Day on Coney Island for a great American tradition, Nathan's annual hot dog eating contest. O'Brien ate six and a half weiners in just ten minutes, placing eleventh out of thirteen women.At the weigh-in on July 3rd, O'Brien was feeling starstruck, surrounded by the biggest names in professional eating, including two former champions. " It's so surreal to be right behind Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo right now.... I got to be

9:31

Camille O’Brien of Jeffersonville Heads to Coney...

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2025/07/03

Jeffersonville’s Camille O’Brien is heading to Brooklyn this July 4 to compete in one of America’s most iconic eating competitions — the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest at Coney Island.“I can’t even believe it,” said O’Brien. “I actually signed a contract yesterday with Major League Eating, so technically I’m a professional eater now.”She secured her spot by winning a qualifying event at Hershey Park, where she ate 8.5 hot dogs in 10 minutes, narrowly edging out her

6:57

Delaware and Hudson Canal Interpretive Center Offers...

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2025/07/02

The story of Sullivan County’s growth and transformation begins along the banks of the Delaware and Hudson Canal.In a recent conversation with Radio Catskill, Fiona Feltman, Assistant Parks Director for Sullivan County, spoke with Patricio Robayo about the D&H Canal Interpretive Center in Summitville. The center highlights the history of the canal, once a vital transportation route that helped shape the economic and social landscape of the region.“The canal played a critical role in

15:18

NY FOCUS: How Hotels, Once a Last Resort, Became New...

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2025/06/30

Statewide spending on hotels has more than tripled in recent years. The shift away from shelters has prevented families from accessing services like child care and help finding housing.Read more here: https://nysfocus.com/2025/06/24/new-york-homelessness-hotels

9:19

A Journey Through Burnout, Mental Health, and Career...

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2025/06/30

For Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, Radio Catskill's Patricio Robayo speaks with keynote speaker and entrepreneur Kevin Green. From Division 1 athletics to fine dining and an appearance on the Food Network’s Chopped, Green’s journey is one of resilience and reinvention. He shares his personal story of facing burnout, divorce, and career shifts—highlighting the importance of men’s mental health, vulnerability, and redefining what strength really means.

10:02

Patricia Grayhall And Her New Book “A Place For Us”

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2025/06/27

Author Patricia Grayhall joins Radio Catskill’s Jamie Case to discuss her new book, A Place for Us, an autofictional account of her search for a country where she could legally live with her British partner—years before the United States extended immigration rights to same-sex couples.At the heart of her story is a message to queer youth: “Love will prevail.”

15:06

SPOTLIGHT PA: Trump Admin Tells Pa., Other States To...

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2025/06/26

Sweeping changes are coming to a massive program that aims to bring high-speed internet to everyone in the U.S., after the Trump administration rejected one of the initiative’s key policy goals.The new rules for the $42.5 billion program change the way states will evaluate competing proposals, which areas are eligible for funding, and how long states have to award the grants. The announcement in early June upended months of planning and left Pennsylvania officials scrambling as they race to

10:20

The Push for Solar Energy Leaves the Catskills...

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2025/06/26

The solar power industry is increasing its presence in the Catskills. This rise is accompanied by debates over land use and accusations of predatory marketing tactics. Pennsylvania, specifically, is in the midst of a heated legal battle. First lies the question of where to put large solar farms. The vast open spaces suited for them are commonly farm lands. Hundreds of thousands of acres have been converted from farmland for solar development. However, this number is somewhat misleading,

14:19

NYC Mayoral Primary Upset Sends Ripples Through New...

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2025/06/25

In a stunning political shift, Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani’s decisive victory in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary has not only toppled former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s attempted comeback but also stirred speculation about the future of Democratic politics across New York State.Speaking with Jason Dole on Radio Catskill’s Local Edition, David Lombardo of The Capitol Pressroom described the outcome as “a surprise,” particularly since Cuomo was widely expected to lead after the first

11:56

Millions of Butterflies, New Paltz Free Food Fridge

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2025/06/25

What do a half-eaten batch of brownies and a grassroots movement have in common? In this episode, Mariabella Todaro, founder and CEO of “Millions of Butterflies,” shares how one spontaneous moment sparked a community-powered effort to fight hunger in Ulster County.Relying on the heart of a town that shows up, Todaro discusses accomplishments and everyday realities of leading an organization built by the community, for the community.The New Paltz Free Food Fridge isn’t just a volunteer

18:49

NY FOCUS: State Legislative Leaders Pass Last-Minute...

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2025/06/24

The bill package will now head to Governor Kathy Hochul’s desk, and she could either sign, veto, or scale it back through amendments to the legislation.Amid one of the most chaotic years for New York’s prison system in recent memory, the state legislature passed a limited omnibus prison reform bill Thursday night, hours before one of its chambers closed out its lawmaking for the year.The bill is the legislature’s response to the state prison agency’s mounting scandals. In December,

8:40

SUNY Sullivan is "Investing in the Future" with...

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2025/06/24

This fall, the State of New York is launching SUNY Reconnect, a tuition free program for all SUNY Community Colleges for adult learners with no prior degree between the ages of 25-55. As the cost of higher education increases exponentially year after year, New York state is taking steps towards making the pursuit of an education more accessible and affordable.Radio Catskill’s Genevieve Hartnett spoke with Dr. David Potash, President of SUNY Sullivan about investing in New York’s future with

4:12

Sullivan County Honors the Watson Family in...

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2025/06/19

Today, on Juneteenth, we celebrate the generations of Black Americans whose contributions have shaped our country’s history. In New York’s Catskills region, community leaders and public officials took the day to recognize important Black leaders in our community.Radio Catskill’s Kimberly Izar was at the Sullivan County’s legislative meeting on June 19, where the legislature honored the Watson family’s public service contributions to the region. She brings us this report.

8:45

Health Alert: Measles Cases Resurge Locally as Summer...

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2025/06/19

With four confirmed cases of measles recently reported in neighboring Orange County and over 1,000 cases nationwide this year, local health officials are urging residents to take action to prevent a wider outbreak.Dr. Jodi Galaydick, an infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist with Garnet Health Doctors, emphasized the highly contagious nature of the virus during a recent interview with Radio Catskill. "Measles is airborne," Dr. Galaydick explained. "It can linger in the air and on

9:59

Recognizing the Signs: New Alzheimer’s Data Prompts...

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2025/06/19

As June marks Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association is amplifying efforts to educate the public on the early warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, with new data revealing that over 7 million Americans are currently living with the disease—a number projected to double by 2060.Speaking with Radio Catskill, Dr. Carl V. Hill, Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at the Alzheimer’s Association, emphasized the pressing need for early detection. “Alzheimer’s

9:55

Middletown Passes ‘Good Cause Eviction’ Law, Joins...

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2025/06/19

The City of Middletown became the latest upstate city to adopt a local 'Good Cause Eviction' law, which protects tenants against eviction without justifiable cause and from predatory rent increases.Radio Catskill’s Kimberly Izar spoke with For the Many's Brahvan Ranga and Vanessa Cid just hours before the Middletown Common Council adopted the legislation on June 17. For the Many is a statewide grassroots advocacy nonprofit that has been organizing Hudson Valley tenants to strengthen renter

16:36

The Hidden Mental Health Crisis Facing New Dads

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2025/06/17

By Patricio RobayoAs millions prepare to celebrate Father’s Day this Sunday, mental health professionals are calling attention to a lesser-known reality facing thousands of new fathers: paternal postpartum depression.Often overshadowed by maternal mental health discussions, paternal postpartum depression affects approximately 1 in 10 new dads, according to Postpartum Support International (PSI). When a partner is also experiencing postpartum depression, that figure increases to a staggering

17:30

Meet the Candidates: Tim Dymond Shares Vision to...

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2025/06/16

In this "Meet the Candidates" episode, Patricio sits down with Tim Dymond, a longtime Sullivan County resident and recently retired senior investigator with the New York State Police. With more than 20 years of law enforcement experience—including service with both the NYPD and State Police—Dymond discusses why he's running for Sullivan County Sheriff.He outlines a detailed platform focused on modernization, community engagement, and tackling urgent local issues like the opioid epidemic

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