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Bloomingburg lawsuit settled for $555,000 Challenged voters avoid testifying By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature has voted to accept a consent decree to settle a lawsuit brought by Hasidic voters from the Village of Bloomingburg. The lawsuit charged that two Board of Elections (BOE) commissioners, the late Rodney Gaebel and Anne Prusinski, discriminated against Hasidic voters by issuing a determination that they were not eligible to vote because they were not residents of the village. The vote came on January 28 and was opposed only by Catherine Owens, the legislator who represents Bloomingburg in District Four. The agreement marks the second time that a group of challenged voters claiming Bloomingburg residency has avoided explaining in open court why they should be allowed to vote in the village after an investigation by the county sheriff’s office and the BOE have determined that they are not eligible to vote there. The first time was after the village election in 2014, when 90 Hasidic voters challenged the BOE determination. When the time came for them to appear in court, none decided to do so, despite subpoenas, and instead opted to pay fines. This time around, the voters opted to settle the case before they would have been required to explain under oath why they should have been qualified to vote in the village. The consent decree calls for the county to pay attorney’s fees of $550,000 to the plaintiff’s attorneys. It also provided for a special monitor to be appointed to watch the BOE regarding future voter challenges. The consent decree also calls for the BOE not to discriminate against Hasidic voters or voters of any religion, which the BOE says it did not do, a position that is acknowledged in the document. The consent decree lays out a number of steps that must be followed if voters in Bloomingburg are again challenged; the steps are mostly related to

closely adhering to state election law and involving input from the monitor. The county attorney’s office has admitted that a couple of procedural lapses occurred in the past. The consent decree said that the BOE denied the Hasidic petitioners who were registered in Bloomingburg the right to vote, but the consent decree did not address the question of whether the voters actually live in the village, which has been a matter of significant dispute by village residents. One told The River Reporter there will probably be more voter challenges coming before the next vote in March. The second vote in which Hasidic voters were challenged involved the matter of whether the Village of Bloomingburg should be dissolved. Developer Shalom Lamm, who built the controversial 396-unit development Villages at Chestnut Ridge in Bloomingburg, and those allied with him, wanted the village to remain as is, which will allow residents moving into the development enormous control over village government. The other faction, those opposed to Lamm and his development, want the village to be dissolved, thereby diluting political power of the people living in the village. The vote in the Sullivan County Legislature to allow the county attorney to negotiate the consent decree came one week after the board voted to hire an outside attorney to represent Prusinski in the ongoing lawsuit, after the county determined that the county’s legal department would no longer represent her. Under the agreed terms, had she been found to have discriminated against Hasidic voters, she would have had to pay for the defense out of her own pocket. Other lawsuits remain regarding Lamm and the development, including one accusing the developer of fraud under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act, which was thrown out by a federal judge in September 2015, but was recently appealed.

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Early spring predicted

PPER DELAWARE VALLEY — The warm weather of the past few days has left Ten Mile River mostly free of ice, and the ice on many of the lakes in the region looks like it might not be thick enough to walk on. Winter is not over yet, but the warm temperatures the region has experienced since the beginning of the season are expected to continue into spring. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the El Niño—a supply of warmer-than-normal water in the southern Pacific Ocean—which has been influencing weather for the past several months, is past its most extreme point but is still active. Because of that, the chance that temperatures will be higher than average through April is greater than that temperatures will be lower. Precipitation has an equal chance of being more or less than average. NWS predicts a likelihood that the El Niño will diminish and be replaced by a La Niña event by sometime next fall, which is likely to have the opposite effect on temperatures here in the Upper Delaware Valley.

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IN BRIEF Wayne Memorial employee fired for accessing patient records

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Sullivan West senior Elizabeth Dos Santos welcomes her father, Sullivan County Sheriff’s Deputy Anthony Dos Santos, who recently visited the school. Deputy Dos Santos, who is a school resource officer in the Monticello School District, recently teamed up with Sullivan West school resource officer Deputy Jack Harb to talk with 12th-grade government students at the high school in Lake Huntington.

School Resource Officers compare notes at Sullivan West

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — How bad is the heroin problem in Sullivan County? It’s everywhere, according to two school resource officers (SRO) who cover the county from one end to the other. Sullivan County Sheriff’s Deputies Jack Harb and Anthony Dos Santos visited 12th-grade participation-in-government classes at Sullivan West High School on January 11. The classes have been studying the issue of heroin addiction and recovery since October, working alongside WJFF’s Kingfisher Project. “Educating students,” said Harb, when asked what can be done about the addiction epidemic. Harb has been getting to know the kids at Sullivan West since September. The Sullivan West school district stretches up to Long Eddy and beyond the western boundary of the county. Deputy Dos Santos is the SRO for Monticello’s elementary schools, which includes students in the Wurtsboro area, 30 miles to the east. His daughter, Elizabeth Dos Santos, is one of the seniors in the Sullivan West class and helped organize the unique discussion with the two officers. The deputies used a PowerPoint presentation that included grim photos of addicts’ abscess-pocked arms to drive home the fact of how dangerous substance abuse can be. The statistics they presented were eye-opening, too. Between 2012 and 2014, the number of drug overdose deaths in Sullivan County doubled. In addition to talking about the drug addiction problem, the deputies fielded a question about what it’s like to be a police officer these days, given all the controversy about law enforcement that is in the news. Despite the challenges, both officers said they like their jobs and really enjoy being in the county schools.

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) officials announced on January 29 that they have terminated an employee for accessing patient records. CEO David Hoff said, “We have terminated a nurse’s aide who accessed patient records without authorization, and we have reported the incident to the police, who are investigating the matter.” Hoff confirmed letters have been sent to 390 individuals informing them their medical records may have been exposed, and some of those records may have included Social Security numbers, diagnoses and insurance information. Those whose Social Security numbers may have been exposed have been offered a free one-year membership in a credit monitoring service. Hoff added, however, that WMH at this time “has no information that the nurse’s aide accessed the information for any malicious purposes or inappropriately used or disclosed any information.” Hospital officials say the unauthorized access was discovered on December 8, 2015, when another employee called with a privacy concern. WMH immediately launched a forensic review of files accessed by the nurse’s aide, interviewed the aide and subsequently fired the aide. The aide’s name is not being released. Hoff noted that the employee had been trained in Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.

Organization and website launched to halt compressor station ELDRED, NY — A new organization, SCRAM (Sullivan County Residents Against Millennium) has been formed with the stated goal of halting the proposed compressor station on the Millennium Pipeline in the Town of Highland. A post on its website (www. nyscram.org) says, “The compressor station presents a danger to the health, environment, and property values of all of us who live nearby. Highland and surrounding towns have already passed laws forbidding this type of facility, but without action from all of us, these laws will not be enough to stop it.” Compressor stations on pipelines that run through multiple states are permitted by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and since the 1980s, FERC has approved 100% of the projects submitted to it. Some 165 environmental groups recently called for an investigation of FERC by the Congressional General Accountability Office because of FERC’s record.

Sullivan County victim saved by Narcan LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — On January 31 at approximately 10:40 p.m., Sullivan County Deputy Sheriff Sean Grady responded to a report of a possible overdose at the Willowemoc Motel on DeBruce Road in Livingston Manor. At the scene, the deputy found a 32-year-old male who was unresponsive in the bathroom of one of the motel’s units. The victim was not breathing and had no pulse. The deputy interviewed witnesses at the scene and quickly determined that the victim had used heroin at another location before arriving at the motel. Grady administered Narcan to the victim who, according to the witnesses, had been unconscious for close to 30 minutes. Mobile Medic Ambulance soon arrived and administered a second dose of Narcan. As soon as the victim regained consciousness, he was transported to Catskill Regional Medical Center, where he was expected to make a full recovery. While no criminal charges are pending at this time, the matter is still under investigation by the sheriff’s office. New York State Troopers assisted at the scene.

Fair pay law in Pennsylvania HARRISBURG, PA — On the seventh anniversary of the federal Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act becoming law on January 29, some legislators and advocates say Pennsylvania women need a stronger equal-pay law. Legislation to update and strengthen Pennsylvania’s 55-year-old equal pay law has been introduced in the House and Senate by seven Democratic lawmakers. The bills would narrow the definition of determining factors for pay to education, training or experience, while also lifting the veil of pay secrecy and creating protections that permit employees to inquire about salaries without fear of termination. Current law allows for “any factor other than sex” to be a legitimate justification for disparities in pay. Rep. Brian Sims said, “Pennsylvania women are paid on average 54 to 83 cents for every dollar a man makes, depending on which county they live in. Equal work deserves equal pay—anything less is unacceptable.” Rep. Tina Davis said, “Equal pay for equal work must advance from being a slogan to a reality in Pennsylvania. Income equality is a cornerstone of economic opportunity for Pennsylvania families. Pay discrimination is real, and Pennsylvania can ill afford to continue to shortchange women and their families. This needs to be fixed immediately.” MEMBER NYPA • MEMBER NNA

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Bethel gets $50,000 By FRITZ MAYER

HITE LAKE, NY — At the Town of Bethel town meeting on January 27, supervisor Dan Sturm announced that the town is once again the recipient of a grant of $50,000 from Albany. It will allow the town to pay for repairs and renovations to the Senior Citizen Center and the Town Justice Court Building. According to a press release from Sen. John Bonacic, who helped secure the grants, the improvements to the building will include, “new windows, the replacement of three exterior doors, replacement of a handicap railing and ramp, replacement of a HVAC unit, and exterior painting.” “Improvements like this will have posi-

tive impacts for the seniors in the town,” said Bonacic. “I have no doubt that this project will save money for Bethel taxpayers.” Supervisor Dan Sturm said, “Senator Bonacic has always been good to the Town of Bethel, and I am always appreciative of his support of the town. This grant will help us immensely, with work that is desperately needed.”

Abandoned property addressed Also at the meeting, B.J. Gettel, the building department enforcement officer asked the town board to authorize sending the town engineer to 96 East Thompson Place in Smallwood. Gettel said the property, which had been badly damaged

in a fire, is in violation of town and state codes. She said the owner has been notified of the violation but has not taken any steps to remedy the situation. As the board was looking at pictures of the house, Gettel said “The insurance company did not pay according to what the property owner thought they should pay.” Councilperson Vicky Simpson asked, “So they just left everything.” “Right,” said Gettel. The town typically removes several badly neglected homes every year, with the cost of demolition added to the property tax bill. If the owner does not pay the bill, the county eventually forecloses on the property and sells it at the county tax auction.

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Marion Vassmer, birth and death registrar for the Town of Bethel, receives recognition from the town board for 53 years of service in that position. Pictured with Vassmer are town clerk Rita Sheehan, left, councilmember Dawn Ryder, supervisor Dan Sturm, Vassmer, her daughter council member Vicky Simpson, councilmember Bernie Cohen.

DV welcomes state money By DAVID HULSE

ESTFALL, PA — The partial settlement of Pennsylvania’s six-month-long budget logjam has released some of the state’s public school basic education, at least last year’s portion. As $30 billion of the $33 billion requested by the governor was approved, the Delaware Valley School District (DV) received a pro-rated $11 million of $14.1 million the district had budgeted, Superintendent Dr. John Bell reported. “We’re expecting more, but how much is still in ques-

tion,” Bell said. Gov. Wolf and the legislature are still working to complete the remaining 2015-16 budget issues, while work is scheduled to begin on the 2016-17 budget. Bell said business manager Bill Hessling anticipates that DV will make up most of $3.1 million DV budget gap. “Some of it comes in subsidies for things like transportation and attendance. Bill said the numbers will be really close. He’s happy and that’s good,” Bell added. The late-arriving state money prompted a late agenda addition of a new after-school special education program at the school board’s January 21 meeting. Its late arrival

deprived several board members of enough time to read the proposal, and it was tabled to their February 18 meeting. In other business, ongoing attrition among Delaware Valley’s senior faculty members continued last week as “with regret” the board accepted the retirements of four teachers with a combined 115 years of seniority. They included Dingman Delaware Elementary School teachers Bill Edwards (32 years) and Gloria Rumberger (25 years), DVHS orchestra teacher Dave Swinehart (26 years) and DVHS Special Ed teacher and softball coach Angelo Matz (32 years).

Frozen water line closes Sullivan West By LAURIE RAMIE

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — Being at the top is a goal for every school district, but not when it results in an emergency closure and concerns over potential contamination of the water supply. Sullivan West Central School District (SWCSD) Superintendent Dr. Nancy Hackett cancelled school at both district campuses January 7 after a “freeze break” of a water line in the Village of Jeffersonville shut off water flow to the elementary school, which increased the chances of potential contamination from the sudden loss of pressure. The elementary school was the best place to start investigating the outage’s cause because it sits at the highest elevation of buildings served by the village’s public water supply. “It’s a unique setting for us being at the highest point in that town. They had to search the entire building. By 11 a.m., they knew it wasn’t us,” Dr. Hackett reported at the January 21 SWCSD Board of Education meeting. While Sullivan West High School in Lake

Huntington wasn’t affected, Dr. Hackett said she decided to dismiss the entire district “because having four-year-olds to sixth-graders home alone is not good,” and the unexpected closing would have forced parents and caregivers to scramble to make arrangements for their children when the news broke that morning. She said if the situation had been reversed, so that the high school campus had to close due to a water outage, elementary classes would have proceeded. The school was allowed to re-open on January 8, but with a water drinking and use advisory imposed by the New York State Department of Health. The building’s water fountains and sinks were temporarily sealed. Bottled water and hand sanitizers were distributed. Dr. Hackett said the inconvenience was transformed into a teachable moment for students as lessons about water resources were quickly incorporated into the day’s curriculum. “The staff and faculty were amazing. It was a Friday and we decided to ‘go with the flow’,” she said.

Outage cause Contacted after the board of education meeting, the licensed operator for the Village of Jeffersonville’s public water system explained that a heater at the Briscoe pump house had succumbed to the sustained cold temperatures. “It was a mechanical failure,” said Tom Gain. “There was no way to avoid that. That pump is only used for emergencies so we’re not there all the time. The most affected was the school because of the elevation. We’re sorry they had to close but it’s a public building and there are state regulations we have to follow.” Once the cause was identified and repaired, Gain said, “It took some time for the system to recover. Out of an abundance of caution, we issued a ‘boil water’ advisory.” The intervening weekend allowed time for two consecutive tests to be conducted for bacterial contamination. When they came back clean, the Department of Health lifted the advisory as school resumed on Monday, January 11. Board business Dr. Hackett advised the school board

as of January 21 that the January 7 water outage was the first of only two “snow days” that the district has used this season of their eight-day allotment. The second closing occurred on January 14 for accumulating snow that took highway departments by surprise and found many roads unplowed in the eight towns where students reside. In other business, the board: Approved seeking bids for the first phase of technology infrastructure upgrades to come under the district’s $1,244,000 Smart Schools Investment Plan; Extended appreciation to Sergio Garcia-Marruz of Buck Brook for donating to the district equipment valued at $11,251 to set up a music recording studio; and Accepted the retirement resignations of: Bobbie Allees (art teacher); Susan Barsky (assistant elementary principal); Sharon R. Fife (special education teacher); Carol Simonetti (elementary teacher); Rose Stachowiak (special education teacher); and Diane G. Staves (physical education teacher), effective at the end of this school year.

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Sidewalks, new law and the race track addressed By ANYA TIKKA

ORT JERVIS, NY — The Port Jervis Common Council addressed many issues at the meeting on January 25, starting with Phil Massey from the seventh ward, who wanted to know what the city was going to do about construction of a sidewalk to the trains many residents use. He said, “I approached you two years ago about this same thing. There’s snow and slush in the winter. It seems a reasonable thing to do; there’s no sidewalk. I’m a little baffled. What can be done?” Mayor Kelly Decker said the council would definitely look into that. Finance and insurance committee chair Frank Bell reported that the city needs to borrow money to pay bills, and requested the passage of a resolution to borrow $900,000. Decker said, “This is the first time we’ve done this since 2009; we have to pay it back. We shouldn’t have to do this.” Fire and emergency management chair Stan Siegel encouraged young people to apply for the fire department. “Anyone 16 or older can apply. Now’s a time to serve our community,” he said. Application forms can be found at www.pjnyfd.com. The code and legislative committee’s new chair, David Bavoso, proposed passing six new local laws, and hearings were set for all on February 8. They include: 1. The ability to override the tax limit of 2%, in order to give the council flexibility. 2. To start charging people for engineering or other inspectors’ fees if their properties are in such bad condition as to need to determine their structural state. At present, the city foots the bill. 3. Commit to adding vacant unfit buildings to city taxes for collection, including attorney fees. 4. Adding a definition to the zoning law to allow brew

pubs and the like to operate in the central business district. 5. Changing hours of auctions, to extend to Sundays and legal holidays. 6. Denying water service if places have no occupancy for violation of statues or regulations. Police committee chair Bob Ritchie said there had been an incident on Pike Plaza, a bomb threat to which the police responded. “It happens everywhere now. If you see something, say something; it’s critical now. The person was apprehended, had a court appearance, was released, and will have another court appearance,” he said. Ritchie also reported that the Industrial Development Agency had a great meeting on January 13, when Frank Paladino, who owns Pike Plaza and is in the process of leasing out stores in it, made a presentation with Tim O’Brian, who works for him on current developments. In the works are two grocery stores that are competing for space, a regional and national bank, a small retail store, and possibly a laundromat. The plaza could be expanded, possibly where the old pizza place was, but decay was found on the roof. With asbestos removal, the renovation will cost $250,000. “I’m asking them to make a brief presentation to the council in March, plus press releases to be placed around town. There’s a lot of interest in town,” Ritchie said. “He did say between 60 to 90 days to actual activity, based on tenants. The IDA board is interested in keeping up with the business there. Our main goal is to get it up and running.” Decker said Energize NY is trying to reduce energy use, and a strictly-for-business presentation will take place February 8. A request from the U.S. Department of Health asked Port Jervis to take part in Let’s Move, the First Lady’s program to reduce obesity. “It doesn’t cost the city any-

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The Port Jervis Common Council heard many requests at the January 25 meeting. thing, we just have to write a letter. We’ll get our name in a nationally sponsored website,” Decker added. Council member Stan Siegel met with John Fernandez, the former owner of the remote race car track, and Norman Coard, a remote race car aficionado, and Siegel reported the two have a new approach to reopening the track in Riverside Park. “I think it’s something great for the city. Our youth will benefit, and it fits into our recreational theme we’re trying to build here. Look at it with open eyes. The contract will have safeguards. I hope we get it opening.” Bavoso said the principles are exactly the same as before. “I’ve seen it the previous time, and I don’t want to see the city jump into it,” he said. Siegel defended the project, saying new people with a different demeanor were involved, and they had a sense of what’s necessary to keep the track safe. He also suggested putting a clause in the contract to be able to get out of the agreement. Bell commented on why the track was closed last year. He said, “It didn’t only not work; they tore the whole place up.” Decker suggested the contract should include a clause that the program has to give open time for people in town, and it has to be supervised.

New Sullivan department heads appointed By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature voted to appoint two people to important posts in county government. Joseph Todora, who had been the acting commissioner of the Sullivan County Division of Health and Family Services

(DFS) since former commissioner Randy Parker was forced out in March 2015, was voted in as the permanent commissioner. Todora, who has had a lengthy career as commissioner of the Department of Community Services, which provides funding for behavioral health services, as well as services related to mental health, alcoholism and drug abuse, has led the DFS

through a series of reforms over the past year. In another department, Cheryl McCausland, who served as a deputy county attorney since 1999, was elevated to the position of county attorney. Sam Yasgur, who had served as the county attorney for the past 12 years, is stepping down from the post.

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Joseph Todora was sworn in as the commissioner of the Sullivan County Division of Health and Family Services at the government center on January 28.

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State money owed in ’15 tacked on to ’16-17 budget By DAVID HULSE

Utz wrote that if Wayne chooses to appeal the new allocation, the county has 30 days to file with the Bureau of Hearings and Appeals.

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Sullivan County Treasurer Nancy Buck holds an award for financial reporting at the government center on January 28.

Treasurer applauds coworkers

ONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County Treasurer Nancy Buck announced on January 28 that a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the County of Sullivan Treasurer’s Department by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) prepared in 2015, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2014. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. It has been awarded annually for the past several years to the Sullivan County Treasurer’s Department, which is primarily responsible for preparing the award-winning financial report. The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, including demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR. Buck commended and thanked her coworkers Shannan Armbrust and Lucrezia Anderson and the accounting staff for their hard work, dedication, professionalism and mutual cooperation in working together to manage and document the financial affairs of the county. “There is a significant amount of daily work that county departments are required to perform and a professional financial management process that culminates in this annual achievement, and I thank and commend my staff and the others for this accomplishment, as duly noted by the GFOA,” Buck said.

ONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Commissioners are trying to decipher a cryptic letter describing how Harrisburg plans children and youth spending. Commissioners’ Chief Clerk Vicky Botjer read the January 15 letter from Department of Public Welfare Deputy Secretary Cathy Utz at the commissioners’ January 28 meeting. Botjer, who usually provides technical explanations when needed, this time came up blank. “I don’t understand it. This needs to be reviewed,” she said. The letter ostensibly was the state’s always-late approval of Wayne’s 2015-16 child welfare needs-based-plan and budget, which totaled $5.62 million. The ’15’16 budget was supposed to begin in July, but was delayed six months last year, only being approved in part in late December, so a good deal of last year’s funding is still owed. But the approval this time came with a caveat. Gov. Tom Wolf on December 29 signed Act 92 into law, which allowed fiscally strapped PA to roll forward about 15% of the ’15-’16 state child welfare budget, $171.3 million, into the 2016-17 budget. State funding amounts to about 80% of the county’s Human Services funding.

The Great Wall of Honesdale

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The Wayne County Commissioners are considering support for a mural gallery, seen here as a proposed photographic image, that would cover the existing blank brick wall (inset) facing the intersection of Main Street/U.S. Route 6 eastbound and Willow Avenue/State Route 191, behind the CVS Drug Store. Utz described the change as “essentially moving the… child welfare budget from accrual-based accounting to cash-based accounting.” To the untrained observer, the change sounded like moving from up-front funding to pay-as-you go. According to AccountingCoach.com, “Under the accrual basis of accounting, expenses are matched with the related revenues and/or are reported when the expense occurs, not when the cash is paid,” while, “Under the cash basis of accounting, revenues are reported on the income statement when the cash is received.”

In other business last week, Honesdale Main Street businessman and community activist Paul Ludick approached the commissioners with the Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) plan to fill a blank wall facing the south-bound Main Street T-intersection with billboard art, and call the project, “The Great Wall of Honesdale.” The project needs 12 sponsors to provide frames for vinyl panels on which the art would be displayed. The frames would cost sponsors $1,100 each. Ludick said six of the 12 are already committed. Ludick asked that the county consider sponsoring a frame. Individual exhibitors of paintings or photos would pay $250 for the vinyl display panels, which are expected to be rotated annually. The frame art would also find permanent display on the WCAA website, Ludick said. Commissioner Jonathan Fritz thanked Ludick for his hard work for the community, but the commissioners took no action on his proposal.

Alternatives to Incarceration meeting

ONTICELLO, NY — The annual Sullivan County Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) Advisory Board Meeting was held at the Sullivan County Probation Department on January 27, 2016. The ATI program provides alternatives to incarcerating defendants and supervision of community service work that may be ordered for defendants as a condition of sentencing or probation by the various courts in Sullivan County. During 2015, 57 defendants were ordered to perform a total of 8,265 hours of community service work in Sullivan County. ATI has used various sites for such community work, including Caring Hands Food Pantry, Rock Hill Business Association, Swan Lake Renaissance, Monticello Fire Department, North Branch Fire Department, United Way, SPCA, Liberty Elks Lodge, Rape Intervention Services and Education (RISE), Veterans’ Transi-

tional Home, Achieve Nursing and Rehab Facility, Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County, CACHE, Action Towards Independence, Community United Methodist Church (Kauneonga Lake), Town of Tusten, and many others. These programs allow sentenced defendants to give back to the community and provide needed services that benefit all in the county. The ATI program also saves considerable tax dollars, since it costs on average a total of $160/day to incarcerate someone in the Sullivan County Jail. Additionally, the State of New York reimburses Sullivan County $242.79 for up to 70 defendants that are released to ATI, for a total of $16,995.00. Judge LaBuda said, “It makes sense. Not only does it save money, but it also provides meaningful and worthwhile alternatives to incarcerating defendants who otherwise sit in jail and play basketball.”

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Pictured are Col. Hal Smith, Chief of Civil Division and Sullivan County jail administrator, left; Hon. Frank J. LaBuda, Sullivan County Court Judge and Surrogate; Tonya D. Martin, senior probation officer and Alternatives to Incarceration program coordinator; Angelique Hannold, probation officer and pre-trial release investigator; Krissy Walsh, Rock Hill Business and Community Association Vice President and worksite representative. Standing in the back row are Penny Huber, senior probation officer and pre-trial release investigator and Louis Setren, probation supervisor.

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esidents of the Town of Highland have understandably created an organization to try to halt the construction of a compressor station on the Millennium Pipeline on property formerly known as the Eldred Preserve. Information on the website, www.nyscram.org says, “The compressor station presents a danger to the health, environment and property values of all of us who live nearby. Highland and surrounding towns have already passed laws forbidding this type of facility, but without action from all of us, these laws will not be enough to stop it.” But even with action and support from everyone in the town, the local residents will probably not be able to stop it, because the courts and regulators have determined that the laws are stacked in favor of the industry, and this Congress probably thinks that’s just as it should be. Interstate pipelines such as the Millennium are permitted by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which, according to a letter signed by the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, has approved 100% of projects submitted to it since the 1980s. Those projects include pipelines and compressor stations. When FERC determines a project may move forward, it issues what is called a “certificate of public convenience and necessity,” which allows projects to ignore most local zoning laws. So even though the Town of Highland adopted zoning that specifically excludes compressor stations, it probably won’t be enough to prevent the Highland station from advancing. In a 2015 court case in Maryland, a local board wouldn’t give final approval to a compressor station because of air-quality issues, but a federal court ruled that FERC’s

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certificate overrode the local zoning. Critics, however, repeatedly question whether the certificate of convenience and necessity is more related to the bottom line of the applicant than the convenience and necessity of the public, arguing that some FERCapproved projects are not needed at all. Critics also charge FERC with using “segmented” environmental review of projects, which is a violation of the National Environmental Policy Act and, in 2014, a federal court specifically told FERC that should not be allowed. It seems, however, that in the case of the Highland compressor station, segmented review will be impossible to avoid. In order to comply with the federal order, the Highland compressor would have to have undergone environmental review at the same time as the compressor stations in the towns of Hancock and Minisink, and both of those projects were completed a while ago with no mention of the Highland facility. Still, as FERC’s existing record shows, this oversight is not likely to pose a barrier to the project moving forward. It’s becoming increasingly clear that the standards used by FERC to declare a pipeline or compressor station safe are not nearly adequate to protect human health. In a report in www.nofrackedgasinmass.org, reporter Mina Hamilton writes, “Compressor stations release huge amounts of toxins. These toxins include benzene, toluene, sulfuric oxide, and formaldehyde. Citizens within 1,500 feet of compressor stations in PA, TX, LA and other states have suffered from nosebleeds, rashes, headaches, sore throats, dizziness and nausea. “Compressor stations also leak methane via valves and gaskets that weaken and leak from corrosion and thermal stress. A recent study by Cornell University scientists Bob Howard and Anthony Ingraffea estimates leaks. They found that anywhere from 3.6 to 7.9% of unburned methane leaks out at gas wellheads and along pipeline infrastructure before reaching end users.” The negative impacts of these leaks have played out on the ground, as numerous people living near compressor stations have suffered illnesses, and at least one family in our region was forced to walk away from its home. The cure to the FERC problem would be to have Congress take action. If Congress really had the welfare of the public at the top of its list of priorities, our elected officials in Washington, DC could rewrite the appropriate laws to make clear that the convenience, necessity and well-being of the public takes priority over the goals and objectives of any specific company or, in fact, industry. It’s a nice dream, but as things stand now, the stopthe-compressor-station movement in the Town of Highland is fighting an uphill battle. But you might want to keep your eye on the presidential candidates and where they stand on fossil fuel development. Do they believe in transitioning away from all fossil fuels, including natural gas, as rapidly as possible, or do they believe in exploiting every last drop of natural gas left in the earth’s crust—along with accompanying infrastructure. Check out their websites and pay attention to what they say over the coming months. This is an area where national leadership could have a long-term impact on policy.

Taxes the killer—but which taxes? Let’s give Gov. Cuomo credit for “getting it (at least partly) right” when he said in his State of the State Address that the property tax is the killer in this state. During the past two generations, the overwhelming growth in taxes and government employment has been at the local level—governments that are supported mainly by property taxes. Between 1955 and 2010, the U.S. population grew from 165 million to 309 million, an increase of 87%. Yet, during those same years employment in our nation’s local governments grew from 3.9 million to 12.2 million, an increase of 212%. Total Federal Government civilian employment grew from 2.4 million in 1955 to 2.8 million in 2010, an increase of only 17%. Tax revenues show the same trend. In 1955, all Federal tax revenues equaled 17.3% of the nation’s Gross National Product. In 2010, they had dropped to 14.9%. In 1955, local government revenues made up 4.3% of the GNP. By 2010, local government revenues had grown to 7.4% of GNP. The myth of the bloated federal government is just that—a myth. It’s America’s local governments that have ballooned over the past two generations. Admittedly, the figures cited here are for the entire nation. But I doubt that Sullivan County’s story is much different. The nonpartisan Tax Foundation’s data reveal just how severe our county’s taxes are. Measured by the “ability to pay,” (comparing the median county property tax bill to the median county household income), our county’s local taxes rank among the highest 1% nationwide. Ouch! But we don’t want to let the governor totally off the hook. The Tax Foundation finds New York State taxes rank sixth highest of the 50 states in state revenue per capita, totaling $8,423 annually for each one of us. Ken Hilton Jeffersonville, NY [The letter below was sent to Town of Highland Supervisor Jeff Haas and the Highland Town Board.]

The compressor station: A constitutional issue? While I am convinced there are serious questions to be answered about the compressor station proposed for our Town by the Millennium Pipeline Company, including health outcomes that should be assessed, I am also concerned about an aspect of the issue that no one seems to be addressing. I believe the Town Board should oppose this project on constitutional grounds. The notion that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) can dictate to local municipalities, overriding local zoning, violates both the letter and the spirit of the U.S. Constitution and exemplifies the very definition of tyranny. FERC represents the administrative bureaucracy that has been increasingly bloating the federal Continued on page 7

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government for 100 years. FERC is not accountable to the electorate, and regularly short-circuits both the horizontal separation of powers—wielding executive, legislative and judicial powers in one unelected agency—and the vertical separation of powers—superseding the authority of state and local governments. In Federalist 47, James Madison wrote that “the combination of all powers legislative, executive, and judiciary in the same hands… may justly be pronounced the very definition of tyranny.” And tyranny must be opposed. The Constitution specifically enumerates the powers entrusted to the federal government with the intent of limiting its power, and the growth of the administrative bureaucracy has severely undermined that intent. While the federal government must have jurisdiction over interstate commerce, it was never intended that the jurisdiction be in the hands of an all-powerful nonaccountable entity such as FERC. The town board should go on record as strongly opposing the placement of the compressor station in our town in clear violation of our Local Law #3 of 2012. It is time to take a stand in support of the Constitution and against the unelected administrative state. John Conway Barryville, NY

Puppy mills—there are smarter choices Puppy mills are inhumane and unsanitary places where several to hundreds of dogs are bred and sold. This is a quick and easy way to make money. These puppies are provided to pet stores or to clueless and careless people who look at animals as a means to profit rather than companions. This is a very efficient, yet cruel way of business. A dog’s litter size averages five to eight puppies. Puppies can be sold anywhere between a few hundred to a thousand dollars. Although puppies should stay with their mothers six to eight weeks, puppy mills will sell their puppies at ages too early, to make a faster profit. And the parents of the puppies are usually bred too often or too young. This increases the risk of the parents’ and the puppies’ health. It is not mandatory to own a dog; it is optional. Once a dog is purchased, the owner has made a commitment to care for this dog. Dogs are living beings that have feelings and rights. Dogs provide us humans with love and companionship. They should not be looked at as a way of profit, as they are worth much more. If they are bred, it should be done correctly. One alternative to buying from a puppy mill or pet store is adoption or purchasing from reliable breeders. An SPCA animal protection officer, Eileen Drever says, “It’s a fact that reputable breeders will not allow their puppies to be sold through pet stores.” (Modern Dog Magazine). Instead of buying the first puppy you lay your eyes on, do your research. A more economical choice is to adopt pets from local shelters, likely to be cheaper. Choosing either a breeder or a shelter, puppy mills will not receive support. With smarter choices, puppy mills can shrink or shut down. Sheila Burns [Sheila is a student at Eldred High School.] [Local animal rescue/adoption centers include Dessin Animal Shelter in Honesdale, PA, the Sullivan County SPCA in Rock Hill, NY, the Port Jervis Humane Society in Port Jervis, NY and the Pike County Humane Society in Shohola, PA. Check out our Pets section the second Thursday of every month.]

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MY VIEW

By Cass Collins

By Star Hesse

Raising the minimum wage is the right thing to do

he argument against raising the minimum wage (in a letter to the editor on page 6 of the January 28 River Reporter) is so fraught with false presumptions that it is hard to know where to start in refuting them. The writer, whom I venture to say has never had to support himself or find employment, brands all people working in low-wage jobs as generally uneducated and unskilled, and deserving no better than the low pay they get. He seems to think that people in entry-level, low-paying jobs take these positions as a career path to higher earnings. The writer directs these low-income workers, instead of relying on their minimum wage paychecks to pay their bills, to go out, get an education and then get a “real job that will get them the money they need.” In her book “Nickel and Dimed, On (Not) Getting By in America,” author Barbara Ehrenreich found that people do not take less than minimum wage jobs because they are uneducated or unskilled, or because they think that these jobs present a career path to higher earnings. They take these dead-end, low-wage jobs because this is the only work available. Often these jobs involve exhausting physical and mental effort, and one is required to work two or three of them just to barely make ends meet. If you can’t secure basic life needs with three jobs, how can you pay your living expenses while you go back to school? And take a look at all the college graduates and laid-off skilled workers who can’t find work and have to fall back on their parents or social assistance for support. Raising the minimum wage to at least $15 an hour is the only way to break the low-wage death spiral, where you can’t make enough to get ahead or raise yourself out of bone crushing poverty. Society has evolved beyond the old social dogma that said being poor is God’s punishment for the unworthy. Paying a living wage is a start to giving people the tools they need to raise themselves out of poverty, and move on to a more prosperous existence. Raising the minimum wage is the right thing to do, and is long overdue. [Star D. Hesse is a resident of Narrowsburg, NY.]

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “We’ve gone from thinking the fuels that powered our growth were inexpensive, inexhaustible and benign to understanding they are exhaustible, expensive and toxic. Once you frame the problem that way, people will look at solutions differently.” — Thomas Friedman

A week in the country

elebrating our 30th wedding anniversary last week, my husband and I managed to carve out a whole week together in the same place. That may not sound challenging for most couples, but I think it is more the norm for dual residents of city and country. He still has a business in the city and I am actively involved in the NACL Theatre in Highland Lake. I’m also planning a renovation of our 1969 kitchen in Narrowsburg. Most weeks we are separated for two or three days. Take note, new couples—this may be the secret to a long marriage! Although, when asked the secret to staying married, I usually say “You have to want to.” It doesn’t just happen. I could live in the “country” (as city folks call it) year ‘round (well, maybe not February.) The city has its charms, but to me, the charm of being in nature far outweighs them. But Jim likes to take the subway to Lincoln Center to see the ballet. He loves living across the street from the Brooklyn Museum and the Botanic Garden and running the dogs in the Mt. Prospect dog run in the mornings. And I love all that too. So we have found a way to live both lives and stay married doing it. We know how lucky we are. When we left the city on Monday, the snow was over two feet deep in Brooklyn. Our little Prius didn’t have snow tires, and it only weighs about 20 pounds unloaded. But almost as soon as we left the city limits, the roads were clear. It was a reverse reality. We arrived as dusk was settling over the Big Eddy in Narrowsburg. The evening’s entertainment consisted of watching MSNBC while cuddling with puppies. Tuesdays are my rehearsal days at the Narrowsburg Union with NACL. Jim had dog-walking duty—not an easy task with two rambunctious mini-Schnauzer puppies. It’s something we usually do together in the mornings. Later Jim worked on a novel he’s writing and I trolled the Internet for kitchen ideas. He had to remind me that it was our actual anniversary. We had no plans other than being together in the same place, which was fine with me. By Wednesday I worried that he was getting bored. (I worry that you are too, dear reader.) Otherwise, I was a happy homemaker/kitchen designer. After Narrowsburg Motors put snow tires on the Prius (insuring there will be no more snow this winter), we motored to Designer Kitchens in Honesdale and made an appointment for an in-home consultation. Then I called Woodloch Spa to see if we could get a couples massage to celebrate in style. Because I never plan ahead, we ended up on the waiting list. When Jim suggested brunch at The Heron on Thursday morning, I agreed. All this free time was making him antsy, I think. He, who usually eats half as much as I do, ordered hot chocolate, deviled eggs, pancakes and a ham sandwich. Halfway through the pancakes, he looked funny. He said he felt like he was going to black out. After dithering for a few precious minutes, I called 911. We spent the rest of the day in Wayne Memorial Hospital with Jim hooked up to a heart monitor. We who enjoy word-play had fun with the hospital cardiologist’s name, Dr. Stopper. When Jim remained conscious all day and all his blood work came back fine, they sent us home with orders to follow up with his own cardiologist. On Friday, Woodloch called with an opening in the spa. Perfect ending to a week in the country.

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OBITUARY MARY G. HUBBERT ROBISCH Mary G. Hubbert Robisch of Beach Lake, PA, a retired bus driver and driver trainer for Rolling V Bus Company, died Monday, February 1, 2016. She was 75. Daughter of the late Anton and Harriet Ossmond Schumacher, Mary was born May 5, 1940 in Callicoon, NY. Mary was the wife of James Robisch of Beach Lake and the widow of the late George Hubbert. Mary is survived by her husband James Robisch of Beach Lake; by her children George Hubbert (Cindy) of Oxford, NY; Tina Schlott (Raymond) of Mountaindale, NY; and Dwayne Hubbert (Tanya) of North Branch, NY; by her grandchildren Rose Courtney, Michael Hubbert, William Hubbert, Kelsey Riddle, Tonie Riddle, Emily Hubbert, Amy Hubbert, Mackenzie Hubbert, and George Hubbert and by seven great-grandchildren. Mary is also survived by her siblings William Schumacher (Sandy) of Georgia; Lucy Reiter of Hawley, TX; John Schumacher of Callicoon, NY; Richard Schumacher (Gwen) of Wakefield, RI; David Schumacher (Maria) of Anson, TX; Craig Schumacher (Anne) of Callicoon, NY; Reid Schumacher (Mary) of Denver, CO; and Fran Szulwach (Ron) of Springtown, TX. In addition to her parents, Mary was predeceased by her husband George Hubbert; by her brothers Clarence, August and George Schumacher; by her sister Madoline Bishop, and by her sister-in-law Linda Schumacher. Friends may call on Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Stewart-Murphy Funeral Home, 34 Upper Main Street, Callicoon, NY from 2 to 5 p.m. The funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital by visiting StJude.org, or by mail at St. Jude’s 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Stewart-Murphy Funeral Home Callicoon, NY 12723. 845/887-4900.

DEATH NOTICES Karl Hinck Karl Hinck, formerly of Narrowsburg, NY, passed away on January 22, 2016 in Sarasota, FL following a long illness.

COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Common Core at Patriot Connectors HAWLEY, PA — Common Core standards will be the topic at the February 11 meeting of The Patriot Connectors. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Wallenpaupack High School Library off U.S. Route Six, two miles east of Hawley. The Patriot Connectors are concerned that, with Common Core, federal bureaucrats are telling teachers the curriculum to teach and how they should teach it. As of now, 43 states have allowed Common Core to be adopted in their school systems, and federal money is being received to pay for it. Pennsylvania is one of the states that is in process of accepting the Common Core Standards in their schools. The meeting is free, open to all, with a lively debate scheduled after the program presentation.

All about microloans BEACH LAKE, PA — Thomas Lisenbee, Sharon Paige and Thomas Shutkin will present a program about the recent phenomenon of microloans at the meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, February 7 at the Berlin Township Community Center. Individuals and organizations can join the global struggle against poverty by lending relatively small amounts of money on a one-to-one basis and at 0% interest to low income and underserved entrepreneurs. A social time and refreshments will follow the program. For directions, visit www.uduuf.org/directions.

Crochet Guild meets PORT JERVIS, NY — The Crochet Guild’s next meeting at The Hub will take place on Tuesday, February 16 from 4 to 5 p.m. All are welcome. This guild meets every two weeks. You can exchange ideas about projects, chat about your life, exchange “yarns” and yarn ideas for projects. Beginning crafters can seek assistance from the more experienced. The facilitator is Dawn Clune. Guild meetings are free, but bring your own yarn.

Adult education at Temple Sholom MONTICELLO, NY — Sholom Jewish University, the adult education program at Temple Sholom, will begin a new semester on February 29. Courses this semester are “Israeli Poetry,” taught by Bob (Gandalf) Rosengard; “Maimonides,” taught by Rabbi Michele Medwin; “Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism: Part II,” taught by Rabbi Medwin; “Conversational Hebrew for Beginners,” taught by Dr. Stephanie Phillips; and “Adult Hebrew Reading

‘Make Your Own Terrarium’ is back PORT JERVIS, NY — The Public Computer Center (The Hub) at the Port Jervis Free Library will offer a second “Make Your Own Terrarium” class to accommodate the overflow from the January 28th class, plus provide an opportunity for others who would like to attend. It will be on February 11 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Port Jervis Library. This edition of “Make Your Own Terrarium” will again be presented by Susan Dollard of Friends of the Garden, Sullivan County. Terrariums are miniature ecosystems kept in clear glass containers that can be opened for maintenance and

Worzel named to Dean’s List at SUNY Brockport GLEN SPEY, NY — Timothy J. Worzel, son of Brian and Heather Worzel of Glen Spey, has been named to the Dean’s List of The College at Brockport of the State University of New York (SUNY) for his work during the fall semester of 2015. Timothy is majoring in sports management, with a minor in business. The letter notifying him of the honor read in part, “You should be proud of this achievement. You have shown the ability and discipline to fulfill academic standards at the level expected by a discerning group of faculty scholars.”

to access the plants inside. The transparent glass walls allow for heat-generating light to enter the terrarium and create a small-scale water cycle. Water vapor condenses on the walls of the container, and eventually falls back to the plants and soil below, completing the balanced miniature ecosystem. All containers, soil, plants and accessories will be provided. Refreshments will be served. A contribution of $5 is requested to offset the cost of the supplies. The class size is limited. Reserve a spot by emailing thehub@portjervislibrary. org or calling 845/856-7313.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS The circus is coming to town ELDRED, NY — The Eldred Central School District’s PBIS Committee (Positive Behavior In Students) will present Mike Naughton’s Yankee Doodle Circus in the high school gym on Monday, February 29 at 6:30 p.m. The Yankee Doodle Circus is nationally known, and has 18 all-star acts, including acrobats, jugglers, magicians amd tumbling. The advance purchase of one adult ticket at $14.75 comes with two free tickets for children or teens up to age 18. Tickets can be purchased directly from Linda Lee at the elementary school or Colleen Koenig at the high school. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.getcircustick ets.com. Proceeds go to the PBIS Committee.

Philatelic Society meets

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(intermediate level),” taught by Lauren Miller. Course descriptions are available at www.templesholomny.org. The informal classes meet once a week for 10 sessions. They will be held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Courses are open to the community and will be held at the temple, which is just off Forestburgh Road. The cost is $36 per course for temple members and $54 per course for non-members. Call 845/794-8731.

MONTICELLO, NY — The next meeting of the Sullivan County Philatelic Society will be held on Saturday, February 6 at 1 p.m. at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center. Art Rosenzweig, club president, will speak on non-issuing stamp countries that have been renamed or combined with other countries. A five-lot auction will follow. There will be the regular trading session, door prizes and giveaways. Refreshments will be served by a club member. In March, two or three members will bring in their collections for show and tell.

Library support group seeks members SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Friends of Western Sullivan Public Library, a nonprofit volunteer group, is seeking active members. The group supports the Western Sullivan Public Library in its efforts to promote literacy and lifelong learning by organizing both fundraising and outreach activities in its three communities—Callicoon, Jeffersonville and Narrowsburg. Meetings are held every two months, rotating between the three library branches. The next meeting will be held at the branch in Narrowsburg on Wednesday, February 10 at 4 p.m. Fundraising efforts center on the May Spring Book Sale, the August Firehouse Book Sale and the December Holiday Book Sale, all in Jeffersonville; a book sale at the Callicoon Country Fair in July; and an ongoing Bank Vault Book Sale at Callicoon. The money raised goes toward purchasing special items that cannot be provided through the library’s yearly budget. In Jeffersonville, the group has refurbished the community room and set up the Friends Cafe, with a coffee maker and cafestyle table and chairs. In Callicoon, it has provided a set of comfortable chairs and a table for the community room, a magazine rack and children’s bean-bag chairs. The Narrowsburg branch was made more beautiful this summer by the varied floral plantings in its window boxes. The group also organized ice cream socials at each branch library during the summer.

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LOOKING BACK

NARROWSBURG NEWS

By Ann O’Hara

By Jane Luchsinger

ucy Lobdell was born about 1829 and moved to the lumbering camps at Long Eddy about 1850. The equal of any man at hunting, trapping and fishing, she also played the violin and had a beautiful singing voice. In 1852 she married George Slater, who deserted Lucy and her infant daughter just two years later. Destitute, Lucy returned to her parents’ home, but her father complained that Lucy and her child were a burden. She reluctantly left her child with her parents, adopted male attire, and lived off the land. One story says that a young music teacher named Joseph Lobdell had become engaged to a young Bethany lady. When Lucy was recognized by a lumberman from Long Eddy, “Joseph” escaped in the night to avoid being tarred and feathered. Lucy Lobdell had many other adventures around the U.S., including marriage to a woman she met in the Poor House at Delhi, NY. Her life ended sadly in 1912 at the State Hospital in Binghamton, where she was committed after her behavior became increasingly bizarre.

Dairy Day is February 15

ONESDALE, PA — The 2016 Wayne County Dairy Day/Ag Day is scheduled for Monday, February 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Honesdale High School, 459 Terrace St. There will be an “Ask the Experts” forum; educational exhibits; farm equipment displays; health screenings; and a milk, cheese, ice cream and specialty meats bar with products of local businesses that “add value” to the raw milk, cheeses, ice cream and specialty meats that are produced on Wayne County farms. Among the presentations in the Ask the Experts forum will be “UAV’S (Drones) In Agriculture: Are They Worth It,” “4H: It’s Your World—Make A Difference,” “The Business of Cargill—How Our Beef Plant Works!” and “Harmful Algae Blooms.” Health services, provided by Wayne Health Services, will include hearing screenings, blood pressure screenings, nutritional counseling, dental information, physical and occupational therapy, lyme disease information and flu vaccine/shots. If you are interested in attending and participating in this year’s Dairy Day/ Ag Day, contact the Wayne County Cooperative Extension to make lunch reservations. Email WayneExt@psu.edu, or call 570/253-5970, ext. 4110.

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From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society (www.waynehistory.org), 810 Main St., Honesdale, open Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 a.m., January through mid-April.

ne of the topics written about in the last Narrowsburg News was the community effort to create the skating rink. The opening was a great success. We just need a little cold weather to get our skaters on the ice. At this writing, the topic is a former successful community effort: our library. Some of you may remember 26 years ago when then Narrowsburg Library first opened on Main Street. An inspiration of Grace Johansen, and the product of the work of a small group of volunteers that grew rapidly, the library opened—ironically, where the new book store is now located—on January 1, 1989. Books were donated by town residents and the Eldred and Monticello libraries. The books were sorted in Stranahan’s garage. It was cold, but a deadline was set and volunteers were motivated to open on time. Only a short time later, in 1990, the current library was built as a result of the generosity of Art and Beth Peck contributing the funds for the construction,

citizens contributing the furnishings, and the town deeding the property to the library. The first floor opened and town residents and Pennsylvania residents enjoyed the benefits provided. It wasn’t until 1995 that the lower floor opened, dedicated as the children’s section. After the merger of the school districts, our library became part of the Western Sullivan Public Library, Tusten-Cochecton Branch. Why the history lesson you may be asking? That’s old news. Well, it is time for community volunteers to step up once again. About two years ago, a Friends of the Library group formed, and it has successfully raised money, resulting in the donation of useful items for the library as well as organizing events of pure fun. So the news is, the Friends of the Library needs new members. Plans are underway to improve the community room in our library. Attend the meeting on Wednesday, February 10 at 4 p.m. and become a member of a successful group of volunteers with a fine community mission.

Scouts restore trail in Shohola

HOHOLA, PA — Jacob Mills of out the assistance of Tim Jones of Rylly Shohola Scout Troop 76 has completEnt and Ken Vitali of Creative Laser Creed his Eagle Service Project and has ations in Milford, he could have never recently passed his Eagle Board of Recompleted the project. Mills found that view. Mills’ Eagle Service Project entailed one of his biggest challenges—aside from the restoration of a nature trail, complete some heavy machinery getting stuck in with signage, at the Shohola Elementary the mud—was to “not jump in” and do the School. The trail, 154 feet long by 12 feet actual work himself alongside his volunwide, is also used as an emergency evacuteers. He also noted that he wasn’t used ation road. The enhancements have made to decision making at a moment’s notice. it easier to access for students, teachers Through fundraising efforts, includand emergency personnel. ing his “Nickels for Nature” drive, Mills The planning phase, prior to the projraised a total of $3,165.14. He reported ect proposal, took approximately two that he was on target with spending. months. It entailed gathering a variety Mills, a junior at Delaware Valley Seof cost estimates and consideration of safety issues. Once the planning phase was finalized, the project itself took approximately one week for completion. Project execution entailed digging the ditches, laying pipes and road base, building head walls and spreading gravel and hay. Mills reported that the 30 volunteers, Seen here are some of the volunteers who worked on the restoration who included Scouts, project. They are Matt Murphy, front row left, Ryan Miller, Ricky Miller, Aidan adult leaders, Stone, TJ Teehan, Jen Mills, Brogan Mills, Bettina Roa, Theresa Loughney. In the middle row are Justin Pranga, Joey Loughney, Eagle candidate Jake Mills, friends and family, Darren Mills, Ron Miller and Joe Loughney. In the back row are Joey Seltzer, all worked very well left, Alec Brown, Jason Block and John Murphy. Not pictured are Jeff Block, together. He also Herb Rinkel, Sean Rinkel, Jonathan Langberg, Laura Langberg, Betty Ann mentioned that with- Teehan, Vickie Brown, Scott Murphy and Mikey Seltzer.

nior High School and a member of the Delaware Valley Warriors football team, has recently met the requirements for the rank of Eagle Scout. He is looking forward to celebrating his achievement at his future Eagle Scout Court of Honor.

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This is how the nature trail at the elementary school in Shohola looked before Eagle Scout Jacob Mills’ service project was completed.

This is how the trail looks now.

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covery can’t happen in isolation. As with pain management, one size does not fit all recovering addicts. Of course, abstinence is always the ddiction and chronic pain have much in common: ideal ultimate goal for anyone suffering from the chronic neither is going away, and both worsen if not mandisease of addiction. aged. For those suffering from physical pain and In a perfect world, no one would take any medication for the emotional and spiritual trauma of addiction, recovanything because none would be needed. However, in reery is likely to include a series of relapses followed by ality many people’s lives and quality of life are extended fresh starts. and improved by drugs for conditions like hypertension, Because each person’s pain and addiction disease is difdiabetes and depression, as well as for addiction. ferent, hope also comes in different forms. Some addicts don’t need medication. They are better off A recovering addict facing the added challenge of without it, making lifestyle changes for lasting recovery. chronic pain has to start with some personal research. But advocates for recovery should not pass judgment on Anyone who has lived with chronic pain for a long time others’ treatment. most likely has looked into, or at least heard about, nonOne size does not fit all. Some recover with support and pharmacological treatments. But keep looking. self-help. Others see a therapist and attend group counBelow are ideas that have helped some. They are not seling. Still others go to short-term rehab, and some to prescriptions, but a starting point toward formulating long-term residential treatment programs. Recovery a personal sober pain management plan. Discuss what comes quicker for some, but as long as there is life, there seems promising with your healthcare team. Keep in is hope. mind that some natural supplements may cause urine Some benefit from medicine prescribed by a physician. drug screens to test positive. Stay away from those if this It is worth noting that judges lack the authority to pracis a concern. tice medicine, as affirmed by the passage of a law in SepYou might feel you have tried everything already. It is tember 2015 that blocks courts from ordering defendants certain that you have not. Some ideas to research to start in recovery to stop taking doctor-prescribed medications developing a personalized sober pain management plan as part of their treatment. (For more information, see the include specific behavioral website of Coalition of Medication-Assisted Treatment changes, like making friends Providers and Advocates at www.compa-ny.org/policy). with sober people who have As a therapist, I recognize that addiction medicine has similar pain; baking; heat helped save many lives. Likewise, non-traditional aptherapy; ice therapy; time proaches to managing physical pain have brought hope outdoors; improving sleep and improved quality of life to millions. Also of great impatterns; finding ways to portance is consistent compliance with psychosocial inlaugh; non-pharmacologic terventions such as group and individual psychotherapy natural supplements like and self-help groups. glucosamine, capsaicin, turMedication alone without social supports cannot fix meric, ginger root, arnica, addiction. By themselves, pills are likely to provide only fish oil, or seaweed; massage limited hope for recovery. Many who suffer from alcoholtherapy; acupuncture; hypism or addiction may not need medicine. If it isn’t for you, nosis; guided mindfulness; don’t take it! Such folks will still benefit from counselamd disciplines like meditaing and community social supports like NA, AA, or other tion, tai chi, yoga, Pilates, or mutual support fellowships in order to maintain a clean basic stretching. and sober lifestyle. Twelve-step meetings or Recovery is described as “an inside job” (meaning the other support groups are changes that are required are internal), but it is next to strongly recommended, in impossible to do it without the support of a recovering addition to therapy and noncommunity and supportive healthcare providers. traditional approaches. ReLetting go of shame and of negative moral judgments and pre-conceived solutions precede “the first step,” which is admitting the exis•100s of frames, designer to budget tence of a problem that one is •Contact lenses & eyeglass packages available powerless to manage alone. •Most insurances accepted: VSP, VBA, Eyemed, Davis Vision, First Priority & NVA [Tom Rue is a licensed mental health and addicWeekend and tions counselor in New evening hours available York State practicing in Monticello. Contact 570-251-9100 845-513-5002 or www. choicesmhc.com.]

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Ligreci named supervisor at CRMC

ARRIS, NY — Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) recently appointed Julie Ligreci as supervisor of Revenue Cycle Operations. Ligreci joins the Catskill Regional team with more than 25 years experience in healthcare including family practice, intramuscular pediatrics, cardiology, urology and multi-specialty ambulatory surgical center. She has also held positions as administrator for large group practices as well as managing in-patient accounts and revenue cycles. In her most recent role at Crystal Run Healthcare Ambulatory Surgery Center, she spent four years as manager of patient accounts. In her new position, Legrici assists in overseeing both patient financial services and patient access management, assisting patients with billing and insurance needs.

CRMC makes compressed gas its primary fuel source

ARRIS, NY — Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) is working in conjunction with M&R Energy Resources, its energy procurement consultant, to become the first large Sullivan County business to use compressed natural gas (CNG) as its primary fuel source. The transition to CNG will save CRMC $200,000 annually in fuel and related costs, as well as reduce its carbon footprint. CRMC began consuming CNG in December 2015, made possible through the consulting assistance of M&R Energy Resources. That new technology allows natural gas to be compressed, so it can be transported in a trailer rather than a pipeline. When CNG arrives at its delivery site, it is decompressed back to its normal natural gas pressure, allowing the gas to be used for its designated purpose. “It’s a great alternative to having natural gas available. We save some money and have a secondary fuel source. From an emergency management perspective, that’s reason enough,” said CRMC CEO and chief medical officer, Dr. Gerard Galarneau. “It also decreases our carbon footprint, because burning gas is much cleaner than oil.” In addition, the installation of a new dualfuel customized boiler is 80% more efficient, which adds to the cost savings when factoring in the CNG usage.

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Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: Kinsley Rain Murray was born on January 7, 2016 to Brianna Roberts and Joseph Murray Jr. of Damascus, PA. Maternal grandparents are Dave and Debbie Roberts of South Canaan, PA. Paternal grandparents are Joseph Murray Sr. and Suzanne Murray of Callicoon, NY. Dustin Benjamin Bortree was born on January 8, 2016 to Elizabeth and Daniel Bortree of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Joseph Mandeville and Mary Wilbur of Honesdale, PA. Paternal grandparents are Dan and Carol Bortree of Rileyville, PA. Aya Lulaine Terwilliger was born on January 9, 2016 to Ashley Smith and Robert Terwilliger of Shohola, PA. Maternal grandparents are Andrew and Elaine Koch of Shohola, PA. Paternal grandparents are Jody and Luann Terwilliger of Shohola, PA. Devin Michael Canfield was born on January 13, 2016 to Sondra Kilmee and Brandon Canfield of Equinunk, PA. Maternal grandparents are Marie Kilmee and Thomas Hughes of Equinunk, PA. Paternal grandparents are Denise and Bam Canfield of Equinunk, PA.

Finley Philip Snedeker was born on December 18, 2015 to Stacey and Kevin Snedeker of Cochecton, NY. Ryan Michael Smith was born on December 31, 2015 to Lauren and Brenton Smith of Narrowsburg, NY. Ethan M. Holt was born on January 17, 2016 to Kristen and David Holt of Hankins, NY.

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IBERTY, NY — A free webinar focusing on several steps that caregivers can take to help older adults develop better nutrition and eating habits will be offered on Wednesday, February 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC)’s Caregiver Resource Center will host this free workshop at its Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd. American Society on Aging’s web seminar can help caregivers to better prepare for and shop for groceries; select foods that are high in nutrition and loaded with important vitamins, minerals,

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and fiber; and generate ideas on how to prepare healthy foods that taste good too. The program will be led by Ann Marie E. Kretchik of the Office for the Aging of Sullivan County. Participants in this program will be provided with 10 signs an older adult’s nutritional needs may be compromised, five ways to help families bring back shared mealtimes and ways to identify the reasons that companionship is so important to elders. Pre-registration is requested. Call CCESC at 845/292-6180, email sullivan@cornell.edu, or visit www.sullivancce.org.

Mohegan Sun holds cancer fundraiser

CRANTON, PA — Mohegan Sun Pocono held a fundraiser last October to help combat cancer in Northeast PA. Nearly 300 employees participated in a fundraiser by purchasing a pink Mohegan Sun Pocono breast cancer shirt that could be worn on Mondays and Fridays in October. The fundraiser totaled $1,114.80 and all of the proceeds were donated to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.

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The jewel of The Heron

By ISABEL BRAVERMAN

ARROWSBURG, NY — The Heron restaurant has become a popular bastion of Main Street, offering regionally sourced New American fare in a rustic setting. When asked to describe their new space, The Emerald Ballroom, Heron owners Paul Nanni and Marla Puccetti looked at each other with a sly smile. “The opposite of The Heron,” they said in unison. The couple completely renovated a space underneath their restaurant and turned it into a glamorous (but unpretentious) event space dubbed “The Emerald Ballroom.” The result is an all-purpose gathering spot for everything from live music to private parties, as well as a bar and cocktail lounge with a smallplates menu. Nanni said, “It’s a community space for people to get together.” Since its opening in October, Nanni and Puccetti have hosted Halloween and New Year’s Eve parties, catered private parties, and had musicians Mountain Wave and Kendy Gable perform on the small stage. The pièce de résistance could be said to be the bar—custom built by Brian Purcell, made out of wood with a granite top and brass binding. Vintage New York City subway sconces hang behind the bar, and a giant glitzy gold lighting

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A new event space, The Emerald Ballroom, is now open underneath The Heron. fixture hangs above. The back of the bar came from now-closed legendary New York City restaurant, Jerry’s, salvaged in New Hampshire. To the side are booths acquired from an auction, which provide ample seating. The Emerald Ballroom is named after a club in Detroit (Nanni’s provenance) of the same name, a big club with three floors that went out of business 10 years ago. They wanted their Emerald

Ballroom to be an extension of The Heron, but still be on its own, like a younger sibling carving their own path. Contrary to the name, the event space is not an actual ballroom, but rather is an intimate setting (but that’s not to say dancing doesn’t occur!) The space was previously a sectioned-off part of the sprawling storage area underground, and before that was a bait-and-tackle shop. There was

a concrete slab that the owners knew would be a stage. The first step was planning the bar and seating. They knew the décor would be inspired by both the color and shape of emeralds, and went for a 1920s vibe. While The Heron has lots of wood accessories and wood-paneled walls, they wanted the Emerald to be painted and used a combination of colors and textures. There is art by Brandi Merolla, and the bathroom features custom-made wallpaper of ladies and gents in ‘20s attire. While Nanni is still working on solidifying the menu, so far it has included oysters, a variety of French bread pizzas, using Beach Lake Bakery bread, and The Heron’s famous deviled eggs and fried chicken. Nanni wants to create a New Orleans-inspired menu with a really good burger. The bar offers a special cocktail menu, New York state liquors and Catskill Brewery beers on tap. There isn’t a regular schedule yet, but they hope to be open regularly in the summer, and will soon create a calendar of events. There will be a Valentine’s duetsonly karaoke party on February 13. They also hope it will be a space where diners at The Heron can wait before they are seated, or grab an after-dinner drink. As Nanni says, “Live music and food, what’s better than that?” Visit www.emeraldnarrowsburg. com, and find them on Facebook.

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ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Hawthorne returns to Harmony HAWLEY, PA — Nat Osborn and his Americanafolk band, Hawthorne, will return to Harmony Presents on Saturday, February 6 at 8 p.m. Contributed photo “Hawthorne is a folkbased project hatched Hawthorne from the prodigious songwriting talent of Nat Osborn and supported by some of his best friends. The band weaves various acoustic styles: folk rock, country, gypsy jazz, and Americana around Osborn’s stellar songs,” said Jill Carletti, managing director of Harmony Presents. “This Hawthorne tour is in celebration of their recentlyreleased album. We’re so excited for their return,” adds Carletti. Harmony Presents concerts take place in the historic Boiler Room of the Hawley Silk Mill located on the ground floor at 8 Silk Mill Dr. Tickets cost $19 to $22, depending on how early purchased. Tickets can be purchased either online at www. harmonypresents.com or in person by visiting AMSkier Insurance at 209 Main St. Call 570/588-8077. Harmony Presents is sponsored by Bold Gold Media.

Chorus concert to honor Horton

‘Love Birds’ at the Artery

LIBERTY, NY — The Sullivan County Community Chorus (SCCC), under the direction of Kevin J. Giroux, will resume rehearsals Thursday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the chorus room at the Liberty Middle School, 145 Buckley St. The chorus is preparing for its 39th annual spring concert, Contributed photo “A Choral Fanfare! A tribute to Lucille Lucille Horton Horton,” to be performed at Immaculate Conception Church in Woodbourne on Sunday, June 12, 2016. The performance will feature works by Mozart, George Gershwin, John Rutter, Randol Bass and others. Horton sang alto, was a founding member of the chorus, a conductor, a long-time accompanist, treasurer, board member and a driving force for the continuation and improvement of the ensemble. She passed away at age 88 on December 18, 2015, having attended SCCC’s 39th annual winter concert five days previously. The chorus welcomes interested singers. An ability to match pitch is essential and an ability to read music is helpful. Prospective new members are required to meet with Giroux on February 4 beginning at 5:30 p.m. for a series of vocal warm-ups designed to determine vocal range for placement in the appropriate section of the chorus, as well as to ensure an ability to match pitch. Dues are $20, a one-time $10 deposit for new chorus music folders, and a one-time $15 music deposit. Call 845/439-4458.

MILFORD, PA — The ARTery Gallery will present a member show titled “Love Birds,” featuring images of love by some of its newest artists, opening on February 9 and running through March 8. There Contributed will be an opening reception on Saturday, photo February 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Expect a wide “Bird” by Kate range of artistic expressions of mankind’s Horan interest in love, and its love of birds and their symbolism throughout history. The ARTery Gallery, a fine art and fine craft gallery, is located in the historic Forest Hall building at 210 Main St. Every month, from June through October, it features a member artist by showcasing that person’s work. November through May, the artists of the co-op gallery present group exhibits within creatively titled themes. Additionally, in March, the gallery hosts an annual student’s art exhibit from the Delaware Valley High School, under the direction of their art teacher Christine Sweeney, showcasing the up-and-coming talent in our community. Current gallery hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visit www.arterygallerymilford.com.

Sold-out V-Day show adds performance

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Take the Paupack Plunge GREENTOWN, PA — Lighthouse Harbor Marina on Route 507 will host the fifth annual Paupack Plunge on Saturday, February 13. This unique charity event will raise money and awareness for two local dive and rescue teams: the Tafton Water Rescue Team and the Ledgedale Dive Team. Last year, about 100 people plunged, raising over $6,000. The event starts at 11 a.m. With a hole cut in the ice, brave plungers will walk right into the frigid water from the shore. They will only go in up to their shoulders, with members of the Tafton Water Rescue Team assisting people in the water. About 10 to 12 people can plunge every half hour. Potential plungers must register and provide a minimum donation of $25. Plungers can donate the money themselves and find local businesses or individuals to sponsor them. Area businesses are encouraged to donate door prizes or become a corporate sponsor for the event. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian sign a waiver and be present during the plunge. Each plunger will be presented with an official Paupack Plunge T-shirt and towel with the event’s logo featuring a walrus wearing a scarf amid ice cubes. You can also take a break from the cold and warm up inside the marina where there will be live musical entertainment and refreshments like hot dogs and hot cocoa. Visit www.paupackplunge.com, email paupackplunge@ lighthouseharbor.com or call 570/857-0220 to find out more, to register, or to become a sponsor.

NARROWSBURG, NY — The Friday, February 5 show of “The Vagina Monologues” has been sold out. An additional performance has been added on Sunday, February 7 at 2 p.m. at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, 37 Main St. “The Vagina Monologues” was written be Eve Ensler in 1996 after she interviewed 200 women about their views on sex, relationships and violence against women, and is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Performers for the event are Janet Burgan, Beverly Dally, Wendy Kaufman, Cathleen Lathrop and Kyoshin Lohr. Burgan, organizer and director of the performance, first acted in “The Vagina Monologues” last year at SUNY Sullivan. She says she was happy for the opportunity to be on stage to speak about women and share their real life stories and innermost feelings about their bodies and sexuality. “As I took stock of the audience, I realized that SUNY Sullivan, located in Loch Sheldrake, was pretty far for people from Wayne County and western Sullivan County to travel to on a cold and dark winter’s night,” Burgan said. She then made the decision to try to bring the performance closer to the Honesdale area. All of the proceeds from the performance benefit the Victims’ Intervention Program (www.vipempowers.org) in Honesdale, PA, a rape crisis/domestic violence center. Tickets cost $10. Reservations can be made by calling 845/252-7576. Visit the V-Day 2016 Narrowsburg Facebook event page.

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‘What the World Needs Now’ SHOHOLA, PA — The Barryville Area Arts Association is curating a special art exhibit that will include creative representations of ancient Greek concepts of love, including eros (romantic love), philia (deep friendship), storge (parental love), ludus (playfulness), philautia (selflove), pragma (long-term, mature love), and agape (unselfish love for all). “What Contributed photos the World Needs Now” will be on display at the Artists’ Market Community Center, “Dance in the 114 Richardson Ave., for three days only: Country,” by February 13, 14 and 15. There will be a Auguste Renoir reception from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 14, with music and complimentary refreshments. The exhibit includes prints of classic works such as Renoir’s 1883 “Dance in the Country,” as well as the latest creations of many local artists, including Claudine Luchsinger, Rebecca Esposito, John Griffin Morrissey, Nick Roes, Joan Standora “Ms. L’Amore,” by Nick Roes and many more. Local artists who would like to submit their work to be included can contact barryvil leareaarts@gmail.com). Visit www.barryvilleareaarts.org/OurCurrentProj ects.html.

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By Jonathan Charles Fox

Another opening, another show

hose very words reverberated as I capitalized on the chemistry of the two checked my calendar last week, noting stars, the comic banter, physical comedy that another art installation was about and (as I pointed out to director Marcus to open at the Catskill Art Society (CAS) on Slabine) a dog. Since the plot is based on a Main Street (www.catskillartsociety.org) gay couple who find themselves embroiled in Livingston Manor, featuring the work of in a mystery, Askin believes that the story Daniel Angeli and Candy Spilner. Angeli’s is timely. “This movie is not targeted for a name was unknown to me, while Spilner’s gay audience, per se,” he said. “The script was familiar, as I’ve seen a variety of her goes beyond that and has a universal appeal large, colorful three-dimensional paintings that we hope will lead into a series of its over the last few years. Hearing that Candy own. I’m really impressed with Beaverkill (candyspilner.com) had been abroad reStudios, and we’re planning to return for cently, I wondered whether the new gallery some additional filming in the near future.” show would reflect that and made a note to What I’m impressed with is the Upper Delask, since she was scheduled to speak at the Framed by one of Candy aware River region once again becoming Spilner’s colorful paintings, opening reception. a destination for a new generation of filmart aficionado John Bromberg Prior to that, I placed a call to film studio makers discovering the opportunities for participated in the Q&A, asking manager James Karpowiscz (www.bea- some probing questions that shooting their movies in the Catskills. Makverkillstudio.com), who had turned to social helped illuminate Spilner’s ing my way to the aforementioned art show, media seeking locals interested in partici- inspiration in utilizing gold leaf I reflected on the projects that Askin and pating as extras in a new film (www.nicka- in some of her newer work. his fellow movie-makers are in the process ndnickythemovie.com) scheduled to shoot of creating. I look forward to tracking the some scenes at The Villa Roma in Callicoon. progress of our beautiful region serving as When asked if I had any interest in appearing on film, I inspiration for a new wave of writers and directors seekassured Karpowiscz that I did not, but suggested that the ing to make their mark on the silver screen. Wonder Dog was a natural beauty and available. LaughThe conversation between artist and observer was aling, James implied that anything was possible and recready in progress when I arrived at CAS, and as I took my ommended that I swing by the location to check out the seat, I admired the large scale multi-layered paintings scene. Having toured the Parksville, NY facility a few adorning the walls of the gallery. Sure enough, Spilner months back, I was already impressed, since head honacknowledged that her travels to Bali serve as inspiracho R.J. Baker has created an amazing space in which to tion for the color she employs and that the forms of the create. So it was no surprise to find professional actors, pieces themselves are drawn from driftwood that she set dressers, makeup artists and a slew of other folks, pulls out of the water. including local extras excited to be a part of the scene, “The Hindu temples we visited are extraordinary,” she milling about the nightclub set at the Villa, preparing to shared with the large crowd, “and the exuberance of color make movie magic. is astounding.” Spilner went on to explain her use of gold While the crew made some last minute adjustments, I leaf, how the pieces are constructed and her growing degrabbed the opportunity to chat briefly with screenwritsire to create even larger pieces. “I keep wanting to make er Patrick Askin, and discussed the project, which Askin them bigger and bigger” she laughed, while assuring the is also starring in. “I love old movies,” Askin enthused, audience that the process has evolved over the years. “particularly the screwball comedies that were so prevaSince artist Angeli was not on hand to discuss his work, lent in the 1930s and ‘40s. First and foremost, I’m an acI concentrated on Spilner’s, making a note to inspect the tor. But I was propelled into writing this film because other at a later date. I found myself really drawn to CanI wanted to see a project like this come to fruition and dy’s work, noting that it was not just “another opening” nobody was writing scripts like this. So I decided to do nor simply “another show,” since I learned a great deal it myself.” about how she works; the vast amount of talent, determiInspired by the William Powell/Myrna Loy “Thin nation and creativity that go into creating these one-of-aMan” series of films that ruled the box office during kind masterpieces; and the artist herself. Both Spilner’s their reign, Askin believes in his project and hopes that work and that of David Angeli are on display at CAS “Nick” can achieve the popularity of those films, which through February 28th and (IMHO) well worth a visit.

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The cast and crew of the feature film “Nick and Nicky” are seen on location at the Villa Roma where they were filming, via Beaverkill Studios in Parksville, NY.

TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox

Beaverkill Studios manager James Karpowiscz, center, employed social media to entice local performers Joshua Bloom, Elizabeth Ennis, Amy Goodstein, John Letourneau and Robin Almquist to participate as extras in Patrick Askin’s feature film “Nick and Nicky.”

Artist Candy Spilner was on hand to discuss the inspiration that drives her in creating the large-scale multi-dimensional paintings currently on display at the Catskill Art Society in Livingston Manor, NY.

GLBT Share Your Heart dance

ATAMORAS, PA — The Upper Delaware Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transsexual Center (UDGLBT) will hold the fifth annual Share Your Heart with the Community Valentine’s Dance and Food Drive on Saturday, February 13 at 8 p.m. It will take place at the Best Western Inn at Hunt’s Landing, located at 120 Route 6 and 209. The event will benefit the Ecumenical Food Pantry at the Church of the

Good Shepherd and St. John the Evangelist located in Milford. The event is sponsored by The Inn at Hunt’s Landing and will feature local celebrity “Sugar,” with music provided by DJ Flow and Hot-Traxx Entertainment. All are welcome. You can “share your heart” and enjoy this special evening whether a couple or single. A donation of $20 is requested, or a minimum dona-

tion of $10 accompanied by a donation of non-perishable food items such as peanut butter, jelly, canned meats, chicken and tuna or personal hygiene items such as diapers and toothpaste. Either way, your donation includes one complimentary drink. Cash bar and a bar food menu available until 10 p.m. For information contact admin@udglbt.org or visit www.udglbt.org.

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Business workshop for farmers

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County presents the workshop for farmers â&#x20AC;&#x153;Business Structures & Tax Updates for a Farm Operation,â&#x20AC;? at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 3â&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm. Jennifer Adduci of Farm Credit East will discuss farm taxation updates and credits. 845/292-6180.

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HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; SEEDS presents free sustainable energy forums and dinner to members of the Wayne Pike Building Industry Associates. Dinner will be served at 5:30. Presentations will be from 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7 pm with a Q&A session to follow. These events will be held in the Hawley Senior Community Center. 570/245â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1256.

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LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; First Friday Networking Breakfast at Sullivan County Adult Care Center, 256 Sunset Lake Rd., 7:45-9am. Cost: $15/$20 members, $25 non-members. RSVP by 2/4 at 3pm. Call 845/7914200 or email office@catskills.com. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry.

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MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A three-part educational series to be held from 10-11:30am on February 5, 12 and 19 at Action Toward Independence, 309 E. Broadway. Caregivers of middle-stage Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patients can get helpful strategies to provide safe, effective and comfortable care. Contact the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association for details. 800/272-3900.

Pre-K story time at the library

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pre-K story time at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 10am. This program will continue to develop early literacy skills with stories and crafts. Free. 845/794-4660.

Sat., Feb. 6

Great Backyard Birds

LAKE ARIEL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Great Backyard Birds at Lacawac Sanctuary, 10am-12noon. Learn about the types of seeds and feeders that attract birds, and make your own bird feeder out of a soda bottle (bring your own). Free. Registration appreciated.

Hawthorne at Harmony Presents

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hawthorne at Harmony Presents at the Hawley Silk Mill, 8pm. Hawthorne is a folk-based project hatched from the songwriting talent of Nat Osborn and supported by some of his best friends. Tickets: $19-$22.

Indoor farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; market at The Cooperage

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Main Street Farmers Market is an indoor market that takes place at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St, from 11am to 1pm. Find a variety of locally grown, seasonal and fresh vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, breads, raw milk, pastries, jams & jellies, even a pop-up eatery.

Open Play @your library

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Saturdays, 1011:30am at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. Slightly structured playtime. Preregistration not required. Email kohara@rcls.org or call 845/482-4350.

PEARL Cafe Community Meal

ABRAHAMSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The PEARL CAFE serves a free, nutritious meal at the Abrahamsville United Methodist Church, 623 Callicoon Rd., 12 noon. Held the first Saturday of the month for everyone to enjoy. Sponsored by the Damascus Area United Methodist Churches.

Social Dreaming Matrix Workshop

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Social Dreaming Matrix Workshop led by Karen Morris at Beaverbrook Cottage, 1256 Crystal Lake Rd., 10am-3pm. $50 includes a healthy lunch. Register by Jan. 30. Space is limited. For more information contact klmplex108@gmail.com or 212/9204831. Sponsored by the Upper Delaware Writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Collective.

Sun., Feb. 7

Eagle Watch Bus Tour

LACKAWAXEN â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy and learn about eagles in our region, how they returned from the brink of extinction, and the habitat they need to thrive while you take a scenic drive with an expert guide on a heated bus and look for eagles. Seats are limited and reservations are required. 845/583-1010.

Family Bingo

LOCH SHELDRAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Loch Sheldrake Fire Department indoor flea market at the Loch Sheldrake Fire House Social Hall, Route 52, 10am-4pm. Food available. 845/434-2724.

MASTHOPE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lackawaxen EMS Family Bingo at Masthope Mountain Community Lodge, 196 Karl Hope Blvd., 7pm.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Vagina Monologuesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Vagina Monologuesâ&#x20AC;? will be performed at the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, 37 Main St., 2pm. Eve Enslerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play celebrates the female experience. Directed by Janet Burgan. Tickets are $10. 845/252-7576.

Pancake breakfast

WOODBOURNE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Woodbourne Fire Department all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast at the Woodbourne Firehouse, 7am-12noon. Adults $7, children 12 and under $5, children 5 and under free. Takeouts available. 845/434-6763 or 845/693-4886.

Program on microloans

BEACH LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host a program at the Berlin Township Community Center, 10:15am. Thomas Lisenbee, Sharon Paige and Thomas Shutkin will present a program about the recent phenomenon of microloans.

Mon., Feb. 8 MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Toddler story time at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 10am. This program uses rhymes, books, crafts and finger plays to develop skills that will help children get ready to read. 845/794-4660.

Story time at the library

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Evening story times at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library every other Tuesday at 4:30pm. This story time uses songs, games and other activities to build literacy and social skills. 845/794-4660.

Sullivan County Workforce Development Board Meeting

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Meeting of the full Sullivan County Workforce Development Board at Robert Green Truck Division, 162 Bridgeville Rd., 8-9am.

Wed., Feb. 10 HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Acoustic-style open mic night at The Cooperage Project, located at 1030 Main St., from 7 to 10 p.m.. Led by The Crackers. Donations collected at the door. Visit www.thecooperagepro ject.org.

Improving Senior Nutrition

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Caregiver Resource Center will host â&#x20AC;&#x153;Improving Senior Nutritionâ&#x20AC;? at Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center, 10-11am. A free webinar focusing on several steps that caregivers can take to help older adults develop better nutrition and eating habits. 845/292-6180.

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; National Stroke Association Caregiver Support Group at Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility, 170 Lake St., 5:30-7pm. Open to all caregivers/family members of people who have suffered a stroke or related stroke symptoms. Refreshments served. 845/499-7832.

Open Play @ your library

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Thursdays 10-11:30am at the Delaware Free Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library in Callicoon. Join for a slightly structured playtime. Drop in and see whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on. Preregistration not required. Email kohara@ rcls.org or call 845/887-4040. HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Patriot Connectors present a program to the community on the issue about Common Core at the Wallenpaupack High School Library. A social hour starts at 6:30pm with the program commencing at 7pm. The meeting is free, open to all, with a lively debate scheduled after the program.

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HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will sponsor a Chocolates by Leopold candy sale in the main lobby of the hospital from 7am-4pm. Proceeds will benefit the hospital.

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Patriot Connectors meeting

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HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Arts Alliance artists and members mixer at KC Pepperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, 182 Ski Run Rd., 6pm. Free snacks and libations to members. 570/253-0770.

National Stroke Association Caregiver Support Group

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Wayne County Arts Alliance mixer

Toddler story time at the library

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Electrical

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ENERGYSTARDAVE

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Painter

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Classifieds Help Wanted Publisher’s Employment Notice – All employment advertised in this newspaper is subject to Section 296 of the Human Rights Law which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, disability, marital status, sex, age, or arrest conviction record, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimination. Title 29, U.S. Code, Chap. 630, excludes the Federal Gov’t. for the age discrimination provisions. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for employment which is in violation of the law. Our readers are informed that employment offerings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

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To advertise, call Eileen: 845-252-7414, ext. 35 Deadline: Mondays, 12:00 p.m. Help Wanted

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The Cooperage Project is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Executive Director who will lead our young non-profit organization into its next phase of development. For more information please visit thecooperageproject.org/ jobs. Submit resume and cover letter by February 8, 2016.

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Bethany Village is now accepting applications for Personal Care Aides for all shifts. Please apply in person at 150 Noble Lane between the hours of 9am5pm or call 570-251-3463. Bethany Village is an equal opportunity employer.

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46 BEAVERKILL ROAD, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/26/16. Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 6 Beaverkill Road, Livingston Manor, NY 12758. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. My Rosa Gap LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/24/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to 566 Roosa Gap Rd, Bloomingburg, NY 12721. Purpose: General. Regency Futures Four, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose Regency Futures Yees, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose 1947 East 18th St Realty LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 1/19/16. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 1543 E. 17th St., Brooklyn, NY 11230. General purpose. Notice of Formation of B&S Zucker Family LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 12/24/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 1435 43rd St, Brooklyn, NY 11219. Purpose: any lawful activity. Regency Futures Three, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose Regency Futures One, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose ADMINISTRATION CITATION FILE N0.:2015-247 SURROGATE’S COURT - SULLIVAN COUNTY

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THE RIVER REPORTER Legal Notice SUPPLEMENTAL CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO: Frank Michael Dougherty a/k/a Francis Michael Dougherty if living and if dead, to his heirs at law, next of kin and distributes whose names and places of residence are unknown and if he died subsequent to the decedent herein, to his executors, administrators, legatees, devisees, assignees and successors in interest whose name and places of residence are unknown and to all other heirs at law, next of kin and distributes of Diane E. Dougherty, the decedent herein whose names and places of residence are unknown and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained. A petition having been duly filed by MidFirst Bank, who is domiciled at 999 N.W. Grand Blvd., Suite 100 Oklahoma City, OK 73118 YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Court, Sullivan County at Sullivan County Courthouse, 414 Broadway, Monticello, NY, 12701, on March 15, 2016 at 1:30 p.m in the forenoon of that day, why a decree should not be made in the estate of Diane E. Dougherty lately domiciled at 95 Proctor Road, Eldred, NY 12732 in the County of Sullivan, New York, granting Letters of Limited Administration upon the estate of the decedent to any eligible distributee or upon their default to Nancy Buck, Sullivan County Treasurer or to such other person as my be entitled thereto. That the authority of the representative under the foregoing letters be limited as follows: To represent the estate of the decedent in a foreclosure action on property located at 95 Proctor Road, Eldred, NY 12732 HON. Michael F. McGuire SURROGATE Rita Guarnaccia Chief Clerk Name of Attorney for Petitioner Dated, Attested and Sealed January 13, 2016 (Seal) Frenkel, Lambert, Weiss, Weisman & Gordon, LLP Address for Attorney 53 Gibson Street, Bayshore, NY 11706 01-068955-F00 Tele. No. 631-969-3100 NOTE: This citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not required to appear. If you fail to appear it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested. You have a right to have an attorney-atlaw appear for you Notice of Formation of Waverly Gardens Members LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 10/30/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 295 Madison Ave, Ste 700, NY, NY 10017. Purpose: any lawful activity. FIELDSTONE ARTISTRY LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/21/16. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 130 Lybolt Rd., Wurtsboro, NY 12790, which

Legal Notice is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 135 Leisure Lake Drive LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 12/22/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 199 Lee Ave., Ste. 636, Brooklyn, NY 11211. General purpose. Notice of formation of 119 Leisure Lake Dr LLC Articles of organization filed with the SSNY on12/15/2015. Office located in Sullivan county. SSNY has been designated for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of any process served against the LLC to: The LLC,293 Hewes St #2 Brooklyn,NY 11211 Purpose: any lawful purpose 28 Oakwood Gardens LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/17/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to 570 Wythe Ave #7A, Brooklyn, NY 11249. Purpose: General. Regency Futures Two, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose 1945 East 18th St Realty LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 1/19/16. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 1543 E. 17th St., Brooklyn, NY 11230. General purpose. Legal Notice The Sullivan County Legislature has fixed the following dates and times for regular monthly legislative and committee meetings for the year 2016, pursuant to the Rules of the County Legislature. All meetings will be held in the Legislative Chambers at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York, unless otherwise designated. Notice of any other or special meetings, or any changes in the schedule, will be posted on the official bulletin board in the lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center as well as the bulletin board in the lobby of the County Legislature. February 4, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3, December 1 9:15AM Public Safety and Law Enforcement Committee 10:30AM Government Services Committee 11:30AM Community and Economic Development Committee 12:15PM Personnel Committee 2:00PM Planning, Environmental Management and Real Property February 4, April 7, June 2, August 4, October 6, December 1 1:00PM Veterans Committee February 11, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8 9:00AM Health and Family Services Committee

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Sullivan West ski team off to a late start By Sullivan West journalism students Leif Johansen and Camille Sensiba

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Sullivan West ski team is off to perhaps its most unusual start to a ski season ever. With some of the warmest weather this area has experienced in recent years, slopes have been slow to open for competition and recreation alike. As team members finish off their first six weeks of the season, they enter week three of practicing outdoors. Local ski areas have gradually opened more trails as colder temperatures set in and natural snow accumulates. Belleayre Mountain, the usual destination for team races, now boasts just over half of its 50 trails open at a time when the season is typically at its peak, while other slopes are experiencing similar conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[The weather] is crazy. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s caused us to cram all of our races into two weeks that we usually have over the course of a month or two,â&#x20AC;? says Sullivan West senior Bristol Woods, one of three seniors on the team this year. The teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule is packed with practices at Holiday Mountain that often surpass four hours in length every day after school, and the team meets as frequently as three times a week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being on the ski team requires more time than most sports,â&#x20AC;? says freshman Joseph Joyce-Turner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most nights we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get home until late, and we sometimes leave the school at 6 a.m.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We race GS [giant slalom] and slalom. I like GS a lot more. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s faster, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more freeing. You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to hold back to make sharp turns. Instead, you can just open up and round each gate as fast as possible,â&#x20AC;? says Sullivan West senior and ski team captain Jeffrey Michel. Although the athletes do not ski down the hill together as a team, freshman Kai Brasseale believes that when teammates

encourage each other, it improves their performance on the slopes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Going down the hill doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take the whole team, but having them cheer you on definitely helps,â&#x20AC;? Brasseale says. The ski team has had a difficult year, but according to Michel, the stats arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t as bad as they appear. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The best of the year so far in our school was 13th place. That doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look awesome, but when you think about it, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a C school going up against A schools that are way bigger. Half the time we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have enough racers to be labeled a full team. You need four people for that, and we usually do, but DQs and D&Fs [disqualifications and did-not-finishes] happen. If you miss the gate or straddle it or clip it so a ski pops off, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re done. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also not allowed to practice on the course at all. All we get to do is look at it. Even during practices, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get to race on the same courses that we ski on in a competition, either. So that makes it tough.â&#x20AC;? The ski teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamics have changed significantly after last seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s predominantly senior team graduated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have many older kids this year,â&#x20AC;? says Bristol. The well-balanced team of 12 students, which includes three freshmen, a sophomore, and an eighth-grader, is a sign of strong ski seasons to come as the younger students improve and age. As the seniors enter their final week of the ski season, they look forward to one last hurrah on the slopes. As Michel puts it,â&#x20AC;&#x153;The coolest part is definitely the senior run. During our last competition as high school students, we traditionally devise a really creative and funny way to go through the course. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m totally going backwards.â&#x20AC;?

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URLEYVILLE, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Hurleyville Fire Department, in cooperation with the Town of Fallsburg Youth Commission, will hold its 28th annual ice fishing contest on Saturday, February 13, on Morningside Lake off of Brickman Road from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration will take place the day of the contest at the lake, and costs $5 for adults and is free for those 15 years old and under. The annual Super Raffle will be held the same day. You can win one of two 32-inch flat-screen TVs, a woven cloth hammock and other prizes. Refreshments and bait will be available.

Organizers will also drill holes for you, if needed. There will be an adult and youth division with trophies for first, second and third in perch, pan fish, bullhead, walleye and pickerel categories. All fish must be legally caught and of legal size. There is also a special firemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contest, the Rich Farquhar Memorial Chiefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cup, which goes to the top firemenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fishing team. A team can be any size and all team members must belong to the same fire department. The cup is passed from year to year to the winning team. There is also a first, second and third place team trophy. For more information, contact J.W. Halchak at jampond@hvc.rr.com or call 845/436-5418.

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SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 1/27 1/28 1/29 1/30 1/31 2/1 2/2

3.65 3.55 3.61 3.51 3.49 3.48 3.56

High water temperature °F 1/27 1/28 1/29 1/30 1/31 2/1 2/2

32.72 32.54 32.54 32.54 32.72 33.44 33.08

Actual and avg. precipitation NYC watershed

Reservoir levels February 2, 2016 Cannonsville: 83.8% Pepacton: 81.1% Neversink: 90.3% Total: 87.6% Normal Total: 87.6% Total in 2013: 79.2%

Actual: Historical avg:

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Tracks in the snow

RIVER TALK

By Scott Rando

e just had what could have been a significant snow storm during the past month. The storm brushed to our south, however, and left us with anywhere from a dusting to six inches of snow. It was easy to clear off, but not quite enough to crosscountry ski unless you were on a lake or a pretty smooth trail. The morning after the storm, I took my camera and went on some nearby trails to see what could be seen. One thing that was really obvious was that animals were moving around. Even though I couldn’t see many animals on my walk, I saw the tracks left by several species as they moved through the snow at some point after the snow stopped falling. It was windy outside and the powdery snow was already starting to fill in some tracks, but plenty of tracks were behind big trees and among stands of hemlock; this served to protect the tracks from being filled in by

TRR photos by Scott Rando

This is the paw print of a bobcat or “giant house cat,” with my boot in the frame for scale. This is probably a male, with rounder toes and less spacing between the toe pads and the heel pad than would be the case for a female. Although the snow was somewhat powdery, the bobcat still left a good impression in the snow.

Squirrels are plentiful, and their tracks are all over the place. A squirrel will hop from one point to another as it moves, and you can see this by its tracks; there usually isn’t a walking gait evident unless it is moving very slowly. Deer tracks can also be seen at the right side of the frame.

Fox tracks resemble dog tracks; four toes and a heel pad with an oval overall shape. A grey fox foot is about two inches wide, with the red fox being slightly larger.

Coyotes are getting more abundant in the region and their tracks are easier to find. They also have a canine footprint with four toes and a heel pad. In ideal snow pack, their claws appear a little more prominent than those of an average dog.

wind-driven snow. You can track to some extent with a wide variety of snow conditions, but the best track is made by snow that packs well and is not too deep; snow that falls at just below freezing usually will yield tracks with lots of detail. Really cold conditions or sleet/granular snow doesn’t pack well. You will see tracks, but not with much detail. You will be relying more on the size of the print, the space between tracks, and other characteristics such as alignment, etc. to identify the animal that left the track. Whether you see the perfectly lined-up tracks of a turkey, or some tracks that resemble a giant house cat, tracking can be fun and it’s a good excuse to get out of the house. Dress for the conditions and enjoy.

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