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Reaction to Bloomingburg settlement Some neighbors are distressed By FRITZ MAYER

LOOMINGBURG, NY — The 396-unit development called Villages at Chestnut Ridge has not yet been fully developed, even though developer Shalom Lamm has been legally able to move forward with the project for about two years. About 45 units are finished. Mistrust runs so high with some members of the community that there is speculation that the developer is waiting to put up his own candidates for village government in the election in March. They think that if they win, they would re-instate the village planning board, which could allow Lamm to build the existing structures higher than the two stories now allowed. It’s not yet clear if there will be a pro-Lamm candidate in the next election, but that’s what happened in previous elections, where allegations of voter fraud have sparked investigations and lawsuits. A lawsuit brought by challenged Hasidic voters against the Sullivan County Board of Elections (BOE) was settled on February 1, with a consent decree that stipulates the county will pay $555,000 in attorneys’ fees, and accept the oversight of a special election monitor. One BOE commissioner, Rodney Gaebel, has passed away and the other, Ann Prusinski, is resigning. For members of the Rural Community Coalition (RCC), which has raised around $200,000 to wage legal battles connected to the development, the ruling is a disappointment. Holly Roche, president of RCC and Cathyann Wishinski, a board member of RCC who received a subpoena to testify in the BOE lawsuit, discussed the matter with The River Reporter. Roche said “I regard the consent decree to be a travesty, and I would have liked to see the challenged voters up on the stand in a court of law.” Regarding dealing with the BOE, Wishinski said, “The board of elections needs to hire an election attorney or at least have someone on retainer that they can defer to, because election law is very specific, and they don’t know it.” She went on to detail the case of one of the challenged voters in the BOE case. She said, “There is legal documentation that says they can’t find him; he’s been challenged since the beginning, since the first election. The sheriff said he doesn’t live there. He didn’t provide any proof, but because the Board of Elections did not do its job and purge the [voter] list, these names got moved to inactive.” So rather than being removed from the voter rolls, this person and other people in this situation can come back to the village and vote again. There have been two elections in which a number of voters, most of them Hasidic, have been challenged. The first was in March 2014. After the election, the case went to court. Almost none of the 90 challenged voters who had been issued subpoe-

Another compressor announced for Hancock By FRITZ MAYER

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Some 45 units out of 396 at the development called Villages at Chestnut Ridge are completed, and most remain empty. Developer Shalom Lamm has not started work on any new units in the past two years. nas showed up in court to testify about why they should be able to vote in Bloomingburg. Judge Stephan Schick upheld the BOE’s determination that the voters were not entitled to vote. Roche described what she believes was an organized attempt at voter fraud. Just prior to the March 2014 election, some 20-odd buildings in the village were purchased by various LLCs that were all connected. Prior to the purchases, most of these were occupied; the majority were multi-family homes and apartment buildings. The occupants of these homes were asked to leave, in some cases under duress. According to Roche, shortly after that, there was a mass voter registration of new voters who claimed addresses in the newly purchased buildings. But Roche and others say no one occupied these dwellings 30 days prior to the election; in fact, no one occupied them at all. Some were even gutted to the studs and, according to the Sullivan County Sheriffs report, uninhabitable. In the next election, in September 2015, Roche said, there was more attention to detail. She said there were curtains in all the windows and lights going on and off, but still there were irregularities. Along with allegations of voter fraud, there have been accusations of other criminal acts. Just days before the 2014 vote, the FBI raided Lamm’s offices and carried off a bunch of documents. But that was nearly two years ago, and the FBI has not done anything since then, at least not publicly. Before the FBI action, an investigator from the New York State Attorney General’s office started looking into the matter, but his investigation was cut off without explanation. Roche and Wishniski believe cases of voter fraud have taken place and are not being prosecuted.

EGION — The construction of a compressor station in the Town of Highland along the Millennium Pipeline is just one of several new elements of an expansion of the line that the company calls the Eastern System Upgrade (ESU). Millennium announced on February 8 that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has given the company the go-ahead to “use its pre-filing process to review Millennium’s proposal.” According to FERC documents, the proposal includes adding a new compressor at the company’s Hancock facility, the new compressor station in the Town of Highland, the addition of about 7.3 miles of pipeline between Millennium’s existing Huguenot and Westtown meter stations in Orange County; and the addition of facilities at Millennium’s existing Ramapo meter station. The application says the project will allow Millennium to transport 200,000 dekatherms per day (Dth/day) —or 200 million cubic feet—of natural gas through the pipeline, which is required to meet increasing demand. In November 2015, the company applied to FERC for a permit to build a segment of pipeline to serve the proposed 650 megawatt Corporate Power Ventures (CVP) power plant in the Town of Wawayanda in Orange County, which may explain some of the increased demand. The CVP power Continued on page 3

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IN BRIEF Maloney endorses Zephyr Teachout

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Gibson announces gubernatorial committee By FRITZ MAYER

IBERTY, NY — Congressman Chris Gibson announced on February 8 that he had formed a committee to explore a run for governor of New York in 2018. He represents Sullivan, Ulster and Delaware counties as well as all or parts of eight other counties. Gibson, who has served in Congress since 2010, has said he would not run again after his current term expires at the end of this year. Gibson has frequently been called one of the most moderate Republicans in Congress, and has a reputation for working across the aisle. But some of his positions are very much out of the Republican play book, such as calling for an end to the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. In his announcement about forming the committee, he took a swipe at Gov. Andrew Cuomo. He wrote, “For too long, Gov. Cuomo has led with fear, intimidation and bullying. New York has been embarrassed by corruption and lags behind in too many important categories. We can do better. We’re the Empire State for a reason. And with the right leadership, we can live up to our nickname once again.” He said he had spent a year travelling around New York and visiting 42 out of the 63 counties in the state. He said, “My travels have made clear that people across this state—from every political perspective—are looking for a new leader in Albany. My family and I deeply appreciate the encouragement and support of so many. I will make the final decision on running for governor after my congressional term ends. But today, we’re taking the first step in formalizing this possibility. Our exploratory committee will allow us to raise the money we need to compete and win.” According to the Associated Press, Cuomo has $16 million in his campaign war chest for 2018.

Correction In our “Best” supplement insert included in the February 4 issue, Heinle’s General Store should have been listed as the best general store. Heinle’s address is 6 Old County Rd., Cochecton Center, NY 12727, and the phone number is 845/252-3354.

NY 19th CONGRESSIONAL DISTRCIT — Zephyr Teachout received the endorsement of Representative Sean Patrick Maloney of New York’s 18th Congressional District in her campaign to represent the state’s 19th Congressional District. “I’m really happy to have Representative Maloney’s support in my campaign for Congress. It’s exciting to have so much momentum early in the race,” said Teachout. “I’m running to fight for what our communities need—like more infrastructure investment— and to stand up for people whose voices are drowned out and shut out.” Maloney said, “Zephyr Teachout grew up in a small town and then spent her life fighting for hardworking families like our neighbors in the Hudson Valley. Zephyr will do right by the Hudson Valley—by investing in infrastructure, making college more affordable, and making government work for our farmers, small businesses and hardworking families. I am endorsing Zephyr because she is a voice for all of us in the Hudson Valley and I know she will fight to get results for our families.” The 19th Congressional District consists of all of Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia, Schoharie, Otsego, Delaware and Greene counties and parts of Montgomery, Dutchess, Rensselaer and Broome counties. It is currently represented by U.S. Rep. Chris Gibson, who is not seeking re-election.

Neurologist now seeing patients in Honesdale HONESDALE, PA — Citing a need for outpatient neurology services in the greater Wayne County area, Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) announced on February 8 that neurologist Julianne O’Boyle, MD has returned to private practice on a part-time basis. Dr. O’Boyle is seeing patients at her practice, Honesdale Neurology, located within the surgery suite at the Stourbridge Professional and Medical Complex, 600 Maple Avenue, Suite #1. “With Dr. O’Boyle on board at WMCHC, we are able to increase access to specialty care for our patients without the need for them to travel outside of Wayne County,” stated Frederick Jackson, executive director, WMCHC. WMCHC is a multi-specialty group offering primary care, women’s health, pediatric, behavioral health and dental services as well as surgery, pulmonary and sleep medicine and cardiology, in addition to neurology.

PA lawmakers call for bill to keep funds flowing HARRISBURG, PA — On the same day that Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf delivered his annual budget address, Rep. Dan Truitt and other lawmakers held a capitol news conference to urge their colleagues to adopt legislation that would prevent the interruption of crucial services in the event of a future state budget impasse. During the budget stalemate in 2015, school districts, domestic violence shelters, food pantries and the juvenile justice system found themselves facing the prospect of shutting down or turning away clients because state funding wasn’t being released. During that time, Truitt introduced House Bill 1410, the Temporary Emergency Budget Fund, which would have created a mechanism by which the state budget secretary could continue payments to health and human services agencies, school districts and other entities that provide government services until a final budget agreement was reached.

County information on Zika virus MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County Public Health Services has updated information on its Public Health Information line (845/513-2268, Option 1) for members of the public to call with questions about Zika virus as of February 9. Links on the department’s web page to the latest Zika Health Advisory will also be updated as more information becomes available from the New York State Health Department and Centers for Disease Control. Information and recommendations for the public and health care providers are rapidly evolving, and updates on Zika virus can also be obtained by going to www.health.ny.gov/diseases/zika_virus/ The Zika virus disease is spread to people by a mosquito bite from two species of mosquitoes. The Zika virus is not transmitted person to person by casual contact. No locally acquired cases of Zika virus have been reported, although some travelers returning to New York State from affected countries recently have tested positive. At this time, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has indicated that free testing will be provided for pregnant women (in consultation with their health care providers and as approved by their local health department) who have a recent travel history to any of the affected countries. Outbreaks of Zika virus are occurring in Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico. Because specific areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing and are likely to change over time, the Centers for Disease Control will update travel notices as information becomes available. MEMBER NYPA • MEMBER NNA

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Solar leases examined Consumers advised to get legal help

By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — At a meeting at the government center on February 4, Colleen Monaghan, executive director of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) said her organization had received hundreds of inquires from people seeking information about solar leases. Many landowners had received lease proposals in the mail, but were not sure if they represented a good deal. CCE put together presentations observed by members of the community over two days. Monaghan said, “We managed to get a lot of people in the room and explain the difference between solar arrays and solar farms, and the tax implications of solar farms.” She said, “Solar arrays are typically considered farm equipment if you’re talking about farm land. That could be panels on a roof top, [which] don’t have much in the way of tax implications. Once you transition into a solar farm, you’re talking about a commercial land use,” and the tax implications could be significant. She said they were able to secure one of the leases from a local homeowner. Attorney Steve Mogel—a CCE board member—was able to go over it point by point and explain some of the possible drawbacks of the leases.

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plant has sparked a large community backlash and a legal fight, which has attracted celebrities such as James Cromwell. As part of the ESU project, the company plans to add a 22,400 horsepower compressor unit at Millennium’s existing Hancock Compressor Station, which is in addition to the 15,7000 horsepower compressor that went online in March 2014. That compressor resulted in legal action, with Millennium ultimately agreeing to pay to move a family away from its home because of the negative impacts of the compressor. The company also plans to move forward with a 22,400 horsepower unit on an 80-acre parcel in the Town of Highland that was sold to the company by the Eldred Preserve. Millennium expects the various elements of the project to be complete and in service by September 1, 2018. The Millennium application says, “The customers that would be served by this upgrade are all Northeast utilities that are seeking to diversify the supply source for the gas their customers use. The additional capacity will benefit consumers by keeping gas supply prices low.” As part of the required outreach effort to stakeholders, Millennium has contacted more than a dozen individuals and organizations, including senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, state senator John Bonacic and Assemblywoman Aileen Gunther.

Carol Roig, a member of Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (SASD), who writes a monthly column for this newspaper, also took part in the presentation. She said that, as she understands it, a company called Cypress Creek mailed some 6,500 letters to Sullivan County landowners with more than 18 acres. If residents indicated they wanted to hear more, they were sent a generic lease and asked to sign it. The solar farms being discussed would have generated up to two megawatts of electricity, many times more than the amount needed for a single-family dwelling. Monaghan said, “We explained to well over 300 people we had over the two days, as well as 100 people on a waiting list: contract law 101 when you go to court, the judge is not interested in what’s fair, the judge is interested in the contract that both parties signed. So I think the takeaway was, before you sign any kind of lease—whether it’s a land lease, or you’re renting an apartment or whatever—you probably want to seek some counsel and see that your interests as a consumer are covered.” The leases in many cases could have limited what the property owners could do on the portion of the property that was not being used as part of the solar farm. For instance, if a barn existed and cast a shadow on a spot where the leaseholder wanted to put part of its so-

lar farm, the leaseholder would have the right, under the lease that was examined, to take down the barn. Legislator Joe Perrello said that he attended the meeting because, as a landowner, he had received a lease and wanted more information about it. He said the session changed his outlook about solar farms because, “They come across as you’re going to make a lot of money, but there could be a lot of problems along the way.” Legislator Terri Ward said that she had attended a recent Town of Callicoon meeting, and the town has no zoning regarding solar farms. She suggested the towns could work together in creating zoning regarding solar. Legislator Catherine Owens noted that the Town of Crawford in Orange County had passed a moratorium regarding the installation of solar farms, and noted that the process involved a lot of clear cutting of trees. Monaghan said, “Everybody is for solar: The Extension, SASD and everybody is for solar and smart energy. Throwing out the mass leases was probably a little presumptuous.” For more information regarding solar farm leases, contact CCE at sullivan@cornell.edu or call 845/292-6180. For more information on individual home solar systems, contact SASD at sasdonline@gmail.com or call 845/7019126.

Honesdale hospital will grow and fly $100 million litigation deal possible By LINDA DROLLINGER

ONESDALE, PA — The February 8 meeting of the Honesdale Borough Council started with a bang: six members voted to approve Wayne Memorial Hospital’s conditional-use application for a helipad at 1839 Fair Ave. Councilmember Mike Dux abstained, saying that his participation in helipad fundraising activities represented a clear conflict of interest. But the vote to approve the hospital’s purchase and nonconforming use of property adjacent to its visitor parking lot was unanimous, clearing the way for a planned $35 million expansion of the hospital. For the remainder of the meeting, the council was confronted with a variety of issues held over from or unfinished by last year’s council, the reopened 2016 borough budget chief among them. The council voted 6-1 to approve a new budget that redistributes funds from the old budget, the dissenting vote cast by Bill Canfield. That budget now includes funding for the borough manager position, all expenses for which can be viewed at honesda leborough.com /w p - content/ uploads/2015/11/01-18-16-tentatively-taxes.pdf. One speaker to address the council during the public comment period was

Michael Morris, who has brought a $100 million lawsuit against the council in connection with renovation of the former Sullum’s building. Morris started by saying that he was not allowed to discuss specifics of the pending case, but that he wanted the council to know he hopes to spare taxpayers the burden of a monetary judgment in his favor. Although Morris didn’t say how or when that could be accomplished, he did say that he’s willing to discuss it with the council at any time. Council president Mike Augello took that opportunity to announce that, as a general rule, the new twice-monthly regular meetings of the council will allow issues to be introduced at the second-Monday meeting and decisions about them to be made at the third-Monday meeting. Jerry Dooley also addressed the council during the public comment segment, repeating the request he has made for the past two years: that the borough provide a site suitable for use as a training facility for its all-volunteer fire department. The department has been without a training facility since its former training facility was sacrificed to the expansion of the borough’s sewer plant more than two years ago. And that, said Dooley, has cost the department in several respects. Noting that volunteerism is down in the best of circumstances, Dooley added that

the inability to provide proper training to new recruits is making it all but impossible to attract them. He also noted that the department has secured $26,000 in grant money for construction of a training facility and that one grant has already been withdrawn because of the indefinite delay in construction. One site Dooley identified as suitable, the land occupied by volleyball courts adjacent to the borough’s pool complex, has since been designated as a skate park. But public works director Rich Doney said he thought the parcel, just shy of an acre, could accommodate both a skate park and training facility. Dooley urged the council to investigate that option. In other business, Augello asked for volunteers to man the various borough committees. Takers were slow to come forward, especially for the grants committee. So Augello said that committee members would not necessarily be expected to write grant applications themselves, and that he was in favor of hiring a grant writer who would be aggressive on the borough’s behalf. In the past, grant writing was done by former council member Anita Pisano. Chris Murray and Troy Johnson eventually accepted the challenge.

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Liberty man charged with murder Accused of shooting wife

By FRITZ MAYER

IBERTY, NY — A 65-year-old man has been charged with the murder of his wife. New York State Police say Jorge Gonzalez has been arrested and charged with shooting and killing his 33-year-old wife Ramona Gonzalez. Officials say Ramona was shot and killed in a wooded area in the Town of Fallsburg. Jorge was charged with second-degree murder and endangering the welfare of a minor. He was arraigned in Fallsburg town court and sent to the

Sullivan County Jail with no bail set. Jorge was arrested after a joint investigation by the New York State Police and the Liberty Police Department. State police held a press conference regarding the murder on February 8 in Middletown and said Romona’s children saw her in the morning on February 4, but when they returned home from school she was missing. There are four children ranging in age from 15 years to two months. On the evening of February 5, two of the older children went to a family friend and alerted the friend about the

situation, and the friend called the Village of Liberty Police Department. State and Village police then responded. Police believe when the children were at school, Jorge used a shotgun to kill Ramona. The gun was found near the body in the heavily wooded area on February 6. An autopsy confirmed that she was killed by a gunshot wound. The family had lived in Liberty for about three months. Before that, they lived in Monticello. With Jorge now in the county jail, Child Protective Service is working out how the children will be cared for.

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Jorge Gonzalez of Liberty has been charged with the murder of his wife.

River panel completes reorganization

By DAVID HULSE

ARROWSBURG, NY — Formally beginning its 28th year of operations last week, the 13-town membership of the Upper Delaware Council (UDC) is still two towns short of its ultimate potential (Manchester and Buckingham have never joined), with two existing township members (Lackawaxen and Westfall) not in attendance at the meeting. A bigger absence may arise at the end of this month, when one of its allotted three staff members will be leaving. For the past three years, Travis O’Dell has served as the UDC Resource Specialist. The Long Eddy resident’s resignation as of February 26 was announced at the council’s February 4 meeting. O’Dell spoke briefly regarding the announcement, explaining that with “only one turn” through life it seemed there should be “room for advancement,” and leaving would provide “more time with my family.” Past council chair Andrew Boyar said O’Dell had done “a spectacular job. The staff is the strength of the UDC. I hope it’s not money prompting his departure.” The static UDC budget may have contributed to O’Dell’s departure. Upon the council’s denial of the staff’s last request for sal-

ary increases, O’Dell was outspoken in his opposition to the decision. That debate was not reopened at this meeting, however. It’s a big job to fill, according to the job description; responsible for “performing technical reviews regarding the determination of substantial conformance of local laws, plans, and ordinances with the River Management Plan for the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River; reviewing and preparing draft comments on development proposals; and monitoring activities with potential impacts on the river corridor’s resources.” Executive Director Laurie Ramie will be accepting applications for the position through February 29. The council’s unusually light agenda contained neither old nor new business. Steve Tambini, executive director of the Delaware River Basin Commission, attended. He reported optimistically on governmental actions following the council’s criticism of the conduct of basin state’s representatives at a December meeting in Hawley regarding river flows and local requests to augment them to protect the fishery. Tambini was in attendance at the UDC meeting in December, and was apologetic about the local negative reaction, but noted that it was “never stated that the ‘principals’ [appointed state and New

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TRR photo by David Hulse Some of the 2016 officers, town and agency delegates (D) and alternate delegates (AD) to the Upper Delaware Council posed for their annual group photo on February 4. Seated from the left are newly installed officers, Jeffrey Dexter (D) of Damascus, vice-chair; Fred Peckham (D) of Hancock, chair; and Al Henry (D) of Berlin, secretary-treasurer. Standing in the front row are Zoriana Gingold (AD) of Lumberland, Susan Sullivan (D) of Tusten, Debra Conway (AD) of Highland, Tony Ritter (AD) of Tusten, Tim Dugan (D) of the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and Jeff Haas (D) of Highland. In the back row are Aaron Robinson of Shohola (D), Steven Tambini (D) executive director, Delaware River Basin Commission, Andrew Boyar (AD) of Highland, Bill Rudge (D) of the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, Kristina Heister (AD) NPS Upper Delaware park superintendent, Larry Richardson (D) of Cochecton, David Dean (D) of Deerpark, James Greier (D) of Fremont, and Harold Roeder (D) of Delaware. Michael Barth (D) of Westfall and Tom Cardinale (D) of Lackawaxen did not attend the meeting and are not pictured. York City representatives of the 1954 U.S. Supreme Court Decree Parties] were going to be at the… meeting. The committee members had duties to report back, and I believe they did. I realize your displeasure,” he said, adding. “I’m not sure what they’re going to do.” NPS Upper Delaware Superintendent Kris Heister submitted the park’s annual report and further noted that volunteers are being sought to transcribe and edit a large number of oral history tapes that

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NPS has gathered since the 1980s. The park service is also preparing a “virtual tour” of the Upper Delaware, which Heister said is expected to appear on the park’s website in April. Considering Ramie’s recommendation, the council decided that Wolff’s 1910 Banquet Hall at the Tennanah Lake Golf & Tennis Club will host UDC’s 2016 Awards Banquet on April 24. Contact the UDC office for ticket and award nomination.

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Wayne ponders state funding ‘rollover’ By DAVID HULSE

ONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Commissioners are looking to their statewide commissioners’ association for direction in responding to an apparent state budget cut. Last week, the commissioners learned that 15% of the $5.62 million in current 2015-16 state funding for county human services would be “rolled over” into the next budget year. According to a January 15 letter from Department of Public Welfare Deputy Secretary Cathy Utz, the rollover became possible when Gov. Tom Wolf signed Act 92 into law on December 29, as part of deal with legislators to release portions of the long-delayed 2015-16 budget.

The act allowed the state to push back 15% of current payment of the 2015-16 state child-welfare budget, $171.3 million, into the 2016-17 budget. This came after a six-month cutoff of all state funding at the beginning of last July, when the new budget was supposed to kick in. On February 4, Commissioners Chair Brian Smith said the issue was being “handled at all levels” in the county human services office. Counties were given a 30-day window to appeal the decision. Smith said Wayne was “following the lead of CCAP [the County Commissioners Association of PA]. We’ll do whatever to follow,” he said. Commissioner Wendell Kay, who did not attend last week’s meeting, said the county had some idea of what might be coming

as early as last summer. He added that there has been lobbying of the administration and legislators since then. Lobbying in Harrisburg, Smith added, “from door to door.” As to the $843,000 shortfall, Smith said there had been talk of a 25% cut, so this was “not as bad as expected. We had a carryover and we’ll come to grips with it. Eventually we’ll get it,” he said, adding, “If it doesn’t get shifted.” The underlying concern was that the “roll over” might be the justification for another funding reduction. Former Gov. Tom Corbett several years ago cut Human Services funding by 10% when he offered discretionary spending with block grants for human services. The new delay worried Commissioner

Jonathan Fritz. “If you push it down the road, the question is, ‘What’s next?’” he said.

The Great Wall The commissioners did not address the other issue at last week’s meeting, Paul Rudick’s request that the county help sponsor a wall of murals, proposed by the Wayne County Arts Alliance, for the wall off the southern end of Main Street, near the CVS store. Smith said the county does support the arts, but he doesn’t see the proposed “Great Wall of Honesdale,” as a county interest. Fritz said he thought the wall was a great idea, “but there is no county money for it.”

Pike heroin battle continues By DAVID HULSE

ILFORD, PA — Pike County now plans to devote a portion of the county’s annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to a growing heroin-abuse problem, the commissioners announced on February 3. The state and federally funded CDBG money has traditionally gone to community facilities or individual housing restoration benefiting low-income residents. During the last round of grant allocations in September, CDBG administrator Marvin Brotter proposed block-grant portions including $189,000 for housing rehabilitation, $10,000 for planning, $27,500 for administration, and $23,241 for public services. Last Wednesday, Brotter chaired a public hearing on the county’s plan to amend its CDBG appropriations to devote $26,250 toward expanded drug and alcohol coun-

seling services for the Pike County Correctional Facility. He said that figure represented the cost of one home rehabilitation. Commissioner Rich Caridi, who once served as warden at the county prison, said the money would fund one new halftime counseling position, to be provided through Catholic Social Services. Pike’s prisoner counseling services include both residential and post-release counseling during parole. The commissioners will vote on the amended grant budget on February 17. In related business, the commissioners also approved an intergovernmental agreement with Wayne County to house Pike prisoners for $65 per day. Caridi said the agreement is necessary, in part because of an increasing local crime rate. When Caridi was warden, he said the average daily population was 40 to 60 prisoners. Currently it averages 140

to 160, he said. Additionally, the number of female inmates has increased. With segregation required and jail housing in modules of 20 units, “sometimes we need to house them elsewhere… We have limited female housing,” and Wayne County has space, he said. Pike also houses federal detainees, for which it receives $83 per day. Despite the cost-revenue advantage, Caridi said that decisions to move female prisoners to Wayne County are not related to making space for federal detainees. Commissioners Chair Matt Osterberg said the state is now “looking at” cooperative state-local task forces to find solutions. “It’s a serious epidemic in the community, and Pike County alone can’t do it,” he said. In other business, the commissioners heard from Maryann Monte, representing the Greater Pike Community Foun-

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Commissioners’ Chair Matt Osterberg displays a program poster from the Commonwealth Prevention Alliance Campaign to Stop Opiate Abuse, PAstop.org, during the commissioners’ February 3 meeting. The poster ties prescription drug abuse to heroin use. dation, which has begun to build a pool of endowments and gifts, from which it is awarding a variety of annual grants of up to $2,500 for area not-for-profits, excluding only ambulance services. Monte suggested that people in a position to make endowments consider the foundation as a way to increase the endowment’s growth.

New rule irks publishers: Are public relations people lobbyists? By FRITZ MAYER

LBANY, NY — The New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics (JCOPE) is primarily concerned with helping those in public service understand the ground rules of governing. The JCOPE website says it promotes integrity by “helping those in public service understand their ethical obligations, ensuring transparency through rigorous public reporting disclosures, and providing accountability through enforcement actions to address ethical misconduct.” But recently the JCOPE board wandered into territory where many thought that it did not belong. The 13-member board approved 10 to 3 an advisory opinion that said that in some very specific cases, public relations professionals must register with JCOPE as lobbyists. The opinion brought a spate of angry headlines from newspapers: from The Long Island Herald on February

4: “State should butt out of the press’s business;” from the Suffolk Times on February 5: “Ethics board should fight corruption, not the media;” from the Lockport Union Sun & Journal on February 1, “New state ethics rule defies reason;” and from Politico New York on February 1, “JCOPE’s ‘media consultant’ mistake.’” JCOPE’s advisory opinion does not say that any public relations (PR) person who speaks to a reporter needs to register as a lobbyist, only a PR person who speaks to an editorial board of a newspaper, and only when the PR person is engaged in grassroots lobbying. Information on the JCOPE website explains, “a communication is ‘grassroots lobbying’ when it takes a clear position on a specific ‘government action’ and asks the public or a segment of the public to contact a public official in support of that position. ‘Grassroots lobbying’ essentially is an attempt to influence public opinion in favor of, or in opposition to, a particular ‘government ac-

tion’ with the expectation that the public will then influence a public official to act in the same manner.” Therefore, if a paid PR person speaks to an editorial board with a specific take on, say, the minimum wage or single payer healthcare in New York State, and hopes to convince the editorial board of the correctness of the position, that person is now expected—at least by the board of JCOPE—to register as a lobbyist. It’s a view that is not sitting well with many PR firms, especially a firm called The November Team (TNT), which has launched a minicrusade against JCOPE. In an email sent out on February 8, the PR firm wrote, “Many editorial writers have said that JCOPE’s new regulation would have a chilling effect on the free exchange of information between journalists and their sources. Others have warned that government monitoring of those exchanges would be a logical and necessary enforcement step.”

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EDITORIAL

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Keystone exams postponed

n February 3, Gov. Tom Wolf signed into law Senate Bill 880, which will delay the requirement for graduating students to pass a set of tests called the Keystone Exams or, if they fail, produce a project related to the exam areas. The exams focus on algebra I, biology and literature. The legislation says the exams will not be used to determine whether a student graduates any sooner than the school year of 2018-19. There have been issues with the implementation of the tests, which were initially approved by the state legislature in 2013, with as many as 126,000 students failing them, straining resources across the state as districts try to manage such a large number of students taking on special projects in lieu of passing the exams. Wolf said, “While we should have high academic and educational standards in the commonwealth, there have been issues with the implementation of the Keystone exams, which is why I am signing a bill to delay their use as a graduation requirement. My administration is currently engaging teachers, administrators and students, community leaders, stakeholders and advocates from around the state to develop a comprehensive school accountability system that will support schools and help Pennsylvania students succeed.” Before getting to the governor’s desk, it was unanimously passed by both the State House and the Senate, showing that the Pennsylvania Senate is one of the governing bodies in a number of states recognizing that high-stakes testing has become too prominent in the era of Common Core Standards, producing a negative impact on the classroom. When the legislation passed the Senate in January, Pennsylvania State Education Association president Jerry Oleksiak issued the following statement: “Passage of this legislation continues the progress we’ve been making in Pennsylvania and across the country in moving away from overreliance on standardized tests.

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“Our members know from solid research and from our own classroom experience that forcing kids to take too many high-stakes standardized tests takes time away from actual teaching and real learning. “The passage of the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) now gives every state a chance to take a hard look at its standardized testing policies and make sure we’re striking the right balance between testing and teaching. That should be policymakers’ focus over the next year and a half, and I’m pleased to see that process starting in Pennsylvania. “Testing doesn’t have to be toxic. We need to do better, and this bill is a good step toward making sure we get this right for the 1.8 million kids who learn in our public schools.” The ESSA was signed by President Barack Obama at the end of 2015, and replaced the No Child Left Behind federal law as the main one covering public schools. ESSA still requires schools to test students in grades three through eight in reading and math, and in high school to ensure that students are ready for college or a job. But ESSA allows school districts to include other factors than just test scores when rating students; it allows schools to put a limit on the amount of time devoted to testing; and it eliminates the requirement that teacher evaluations be based in part on student test scores. Student testing has been a defining issue on both sides of the aisle in recent years. It seems that politicians of all political stripes have recognized the profound frustration of parents and students across the state, and have come together to make changes their constituents are demanding. Wouldn’t it be nice if the political process worked like that more often?

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While we are sleeping The recent presentation by PennDOT in Shohola, PA on the proposed Pond Eddy Bridge replacement is an example of how much community involvement has impacted the latest bridge design project, which is now less expensive, mimics the look of the historic bridge, and is a one-lane structure. To attendees with no engineering background, it would seem that previous concerns have been satisfactorily addressed. But major questions still remain. Where are the engineering calculations on the mean rise of the water level when a 15-foot-high rock construction platform dams up more than half the width of the river for over two years? Why weren’t the causeways into the river from Route 97 shown on the schematic plans, and why was a construction-equipment staging plan unaccounted for by the engineers and left to the residents to deal with? The public needs to know the details, including which permitting processes are still incomplete. Otherwise it is hard to determine if this proposal is sound, and exactly where it stands if there are agencies that still have not given their permit. As is often said, the devil may be lurking in the details. Daria Dorosh Barryville, NY

This fight can be won I am disappointed at your defeatist editorial about the Highland compressor station. You might as well have written: “River Reporter to local activists: DROP DEAD!” Yes, Millenium is an 800-pound gorilla. Yes, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the rogue agency of industry insiders—hated equally by tea partyers and tree huggers—lets them get away with it. But that’s exactly the pessimism we heard five years ago about “fracking:” “It’s inevitable. There’s nothing you can do.” “Must stay neutral.” “Can’t fight it, might as well make the be$t deal you can.” But, thankfully, a handful of Bravehearts decided to hold an informational forum at Eldred High School to explore options. And attorneys Helen and David Slottje appeared, with a crazy hunch about home rule. Even fellow activists said it would never work. But soon one town enacted a ban. Then another. And another—until a critical mass around the state drove gas companies to places of lesser resistance. Soon, miracle of miracles, the state also had a ban. It was a combination of educated guesses, dumb luck, serendipity, and a lot of effort by a lot of people. There is no one simple answer this time, either. But I know that accepting defeat at the outset—accepting kids getting sick or neighbors forced from their homes or having Continued on page 7

“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” — Benjamin Franklin Sees the Day

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MY VIEW

By ED ZYGMUND

Mammals threatened by climate change

any Pennsylvanians remain blissfully unaware that every decade for the past 40 years has been warmer than the previous decade. And 2015 was the hottest year since recorded weather history began. So it’s no coincidence that almost every day we witness vivid news reports about destructive and costly hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, forest fires and droughts here in the United States and around the globe. While humans may have the ability to adapt to the adverse effects of a warming climate, many wildlife species don’t have that luxury. Climate change is quickly altering critical habitats for native wildlife species that have survived for millennia. The latest report from the National Wildlife Federation, titled “Big Climate Challenges Facing Small Mammals” documents how a warming world is harming even the smallest of critters all across America. For example, the snowshoe hare is uniquely adapted to survive by altering the color of its fur coat from brown to white as summer sun gives way to winter snows. Unfortunately for the hare, this biannual wardrobe change is linked to the amount of daylight, not by the amount of snowfall. So as the number of days with snow cover decreases, their vulnerability to predation increases. The snowshoe hare is listed as a “Species of Concern” in PA. Due to its declining numbers, the state game commission reduced the daily bag limit for hares in recent years. If these population trends continue, wildlife biologists fear the snowshoe hare’s range will retreat north out of Pennsylvania. But the snowshoe hare is not the only species in trouble. Our state bird—the ruffed grouse, our state fish—the brook trout, and our state tree—the eastern hemlock are predicted to largely disappear from PA by the turn of the century. Brook trout are so closely dependent on the cooling shade provided by streamside hemlock trees that at one time they were called hemlock trout. Sadly, an invasive insect known as the wooly adelgid is slowly but surely killing our majes-

tic hemlocks. In the past, cold winters kept the adelgid confined to the southern U.S. Today, this destructive pest has spread all the way to New England. As the hemlocks disappear, so do our priceless cold water streams. If you hunt ruffed grouse, you’re painfully aware of their declining numbers as well. A recent report by the Northeast Upland Game Bird Technical Committee warns that the future is indeed grim for our state bird. While the loss of early successional forest habitat is a significant factor, a changing climate will eventually eliminate their preferred tree species from the Keystone state. On top of that, warmer winters frequently bring rain instead of snow, thereby reducing fledgling survival. Even though many environmental factors can impact wildlife populations, scientific evidence points to climate change becoming the proverbial straw that breaks the camel’s back. All these abnormal changes to wildlife habitat are occurring with just a one-degree globally averaged temperature increase over the last century. Imagine what future generations will face if average temperature rises the 7 to 9 degrees that climate scientists forecast. President Obama’s Clean Power Plan is focused on reducing greenhouse gas pollution from all the major emitters. But as he wisely leads our country toward a clean energy future, too many of our elected officials are working just as hard to make sure we stay wedded to the fossil fuel industry. Like you, I want future generations to have the same fishing, hunting and many other outdoor opportunities that we enjoyed in our lifetime. But that won’t happen unless we elect leaders who represent the will of the people instead of bowing to the fossil fuel industry. [Ed Zygmunt is a member of the National Wildlife Federation and has hunted and fished in Pennsylvania for the past half century. He resides in Susquehanna County.]

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their properties devalued—wins nothing. If FERC takes us down, we should at least go down fighting, fighting to defend the will of our residents as expressed by the zoning already on our books, the essence of “consent of the governed.” There are experts who might help frame that fight. That is why Highland is discussing another informational forum. Maybe another crazy idea will ignite another signal fire. Please, at least try not to throw cold water on it. Debra Conway Barryville, NY

Some facts about the minimum wage It’s good to see a young mind reading and being expressive as David Powers was in his letter in the January 28 issue of this newspaper, regarding the minimum wage. But given that he is quite young, he hasn’t taken into account of and is unaware of reality regarding this issue. Let’s roll back the time machine to 1965. As a graduating senior from a private (tuition-fee) high school, and while waiting to move into local Sullivan County Community College, I wanted more than my $5 per week allowance, and chose to get a summer job. It was an option, not a necessity. I worked at New York City’s Chock Full ‘O Nuts, an excellent restaurant at that time. It paid $1.25/hr. Then, a slice of

pizza cost $.15 and an entire pie cost $1.25, TV was free, tolls cost $.25 and a decent one-bedroom apartment cost $200/ mo. It’s now a half century later and the minimum wage has only increased to around $8. That’s ridiculous. A slice of pizza in Manhattan costs over $1.25, tolls cost $15 round trip on one bridge, cable TV costs on average approx. $150/ mo, average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Queens is about $1,300. Yes David, at age 16, I had no clue what my parents’ other expenses were and you may not know yours either. Take into consideration rent, heat, cooking, hot water, electric, cable, cell or landline or both, maybe two credit cards, gas for driving, groceries, clothing, laundry, homeowner/ health and car insurances, high taxes, possible college tuition and, if affordable, maybe entertainment, to name a few. There are PhDs who can’t find full-time professorships or even work in their area of expertise, a growing trend. Many more are educated and when hard times hit, they’ll accept $15/hr. on two to three jobs to make ends meet. Some must support families on minimum wage and there’s no class or education distinction. The truth is $15 is not unrealistic in our expensive times. Afi Phoebe Narrowsburg and Jamaica, NY

MIXED GREENS

By Carol Roig

Hinges of destiny

n 2011 and 2012, the towns of Bethel, Forestburgh, Highland, Lumberland and Tusten in New York State enacted zoning laws banning a host of environmentally damaging industrial activities and infrastructure related to gas drilling. It was the culmination of five years of sustained citizen effort to educate ourselves and persuade our town officials that we had the authority and the obligation to take action. A very disturbing concept in that fight was the notion of “sacrifice zones,” a coinage inspired by certain proponents of the gas industry who tried to persuade us that other parts of the country had compromised their environmental health to foster the fossil fuel industry, and it was only fair that communities in Pennsylvania and New York make the same sacrifice. Gas drilling isn’t the only way to turn a community into a sacrifice zone. If you want to see what one looks like, consider the now notorious case of Flint, Michigan. First, the state removed the city’s elected officials and appointed a manager to impose a form of economic martial law. Then, to help finance tax breaks for the state’s wealthiest people and corporations, the governor chose to replace Flint’s clean drinking water with cheaper toxic water from the Flint River. Public health experts were defamed and their warnings ignored. Now, thousands of Flint’s children are at risk for irreparable health damage due to their exposure to dangerous levels of lead and other toxins, $2.4 billion in home value has been destroyed, and criminal investigations are underway. In an incredible twist, last summer at the height of the growing realization that the entire population had been poisoned, the U.S. Army used live ammunition within the city in a prolonged urban warfare training exercise. Panicked citizens received no advance warning. This is what happens when your community becomes a sacrifice zone. Once you’re devalued, you’re fair game for endless damage. We are gearing up to fight the location of a compressor on the Millennium Pipeline in Highland, one of five towns whose zoning explicitly prohibits such facilities. Now, as in 2008, the voices of doom—even some well known environmental groups—urge compromise. They say we can’t fight FERC, the much criticized government agency that oversees pipelines. But if we don’t fight now with everything we’ve got, we don’t know where the compromises will end. I’m not ready to let my town be sacrificed to Millennium’s profits or to prolong a dying industry. Robert Wilkins, the U.S. Court of Appeals judge who declined to review FERC’s divided decision on siting the controversial compressor in Minisink despite the protests of local residents, explained his decision with a classic sacrifice zone argument: “Given the choice, almost no one would want natural gas infrastructure built on their block... But such facilities must be built somewhere.” Must they? We always have a choice, and as the poet Edwin Markham remarked, “Choices are the hinges of destiny.” Our destiny is in our hands. Why on earth should we choose defeat?

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Heart-a-thon

ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS Chili, dancing, and meet the candidates MONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Democratic Committee is holding a Winter Blues meet and greet for the 19th Congressional District candidates on Monday, February 15 at 6 p.m. The event will combine the meet and greet with a chili cook-off and dance party at Fat Boiz on Broadway. The candidates are Zephyr Teachout and Will Yandik. The chili contest is for Crock-Pot chili, which will be served with Fat Boiz tacos and nachos. The music will be provided by DJ Jamie Zeno. Cost is $15 per person. If you plan to attend, RSVP to donnaschick@yahoo.com and let them know whether you will be bringing a pot of chili.

Board member needed at Eldred BOE ELDRED, NY — Due to the expiring term of board member Amador Laput, there will be a vacancy on the Eldred Central School Board of Education (BOE). The five-year term will run from July 1 through June 30, 2021. Course offerings and extracurricular activities are improving and expanding at Eldred Central School District. It continues to strive to improve academics, student life, and facilities while presenting a balanced budget to the community. Petitions can be obtained from the office of district clerk Bonnie Robertson. The deadline for petitions is April 18, and the petition requires a minimum of 25 signatures of qualified registered voters of the school district. Questions can be directed to any BOE member, or by calling the school at 845/456-1100.

SUNY Sullivan all-years reunion LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — Alumni of SUNY Sullivan (Sullivan County Community College) are invited to attend an all-years reunion at AYZA Wine and Chocolate Bar in midtown Manhattan on Saturday, April 16. The evening offers alumni an opportunity to catch up with old friends, while enjoying gourmet foods and fine wines and beers. AYZA Wine and Chocolate Bar is at 11 West 31st St. Tickets cost $75 per person and the event starts at 6 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Hillary at 845/434-5750, ext. 4377 or by emailing hegeland@sunysullivan.edu. The SUNY Sullivan Alumni Association was created in 2013 to facilitate connections and support between the college, its alumni, and all of its former students. If you’re not already a member of the SUNY Sullivan Alumni Association and are interested in joining, get in touch with Hillary via the contact information listed above.

Volunteers needed at museum HURLEYVILLE, NY — The Sullivan County Historical Society seeks volunteers to help with a variety of tasks, like placing “new bunting” on the roof of the museum in Hurleyville, which is leaking. That “bunting,” in the form of big plastic sheets, is covering the most important historical art effects on the second floor. “New bunting” is a metaphor, but also means to make a meaningful contribution for anyone willing to pick up a phone and volunteer some time. Two or three exhibits are being planned for the summer, and help is needed setting them up. Other tasks include watering flowers, pulling weeds and the like. If you can share your time now or later to help at the museum, call 845/434-8044 and leave your name.

ARRIS, NY — Catskill Regional Medical Center’s 38th annual WSUL/WVOS Heart-A-Thon will take place at The Sullivan Hotel on Saturday, February 13. Funds raised at this year’s event will help support the ongoing transformation of Catskill Regional. The event will broadcast live from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with all pledges being read on air. Attendees of the event will have the opportunity to listen to guest speakers, receive information and tips about heart health and participate in various health care demonstrations. At 11 a.m., an hour will be dedicated to the memory of Lee Siegel, who was a driving force of support in the local community throughout his life. At 12 noon, an hour will be dedicated to Catskill Regional with guest hosts Catskill Regional CEO and CMO, Dr. Galarneau, and Focus Media President and CEO Josh Sommers. Listeners can express support by calling in their pledge. Tribute hearts are also being sold at multiple locations throughout the community in honor or in memory of loved ones who have been afflicted with cardiac-related conditions. Donation hearts are available for purchase at $1 and $10 levels. To make an online donation, visit www. crmcny.org.

Dessert Extravaganza for literacy

MALLWOOD, NY — The Literacy Volunteers will hold a Dessert Extravaganza fundraiser at Friends Restaurant on Sunday, February 21, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. There will be a variety of desserts and beverages available. The entry fee is $15 per person, $25 per couple. You can send a check to Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County (LVSC), P.O. Box 759, Monticello, NY 12701, and a ticket will be reserved for you at the door. Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County provides free literacy services to adults who want to improve their reading, writing and/or speaking skills to improve the quality of their lives. Volunteer tutors are trained to work one-on-one with their adult students or with very small groups. Call 845/794-0017.

Ministerium announces Lenten series HONESDALE, PA — Ministers and churches in the Honesdale area will host the annual Lenten series beginning on the first Sunday of Lent, February 14. This year’s theme is “Names of Jesus,” with each weekly preacher speaking on the different ways we think of Jesus. All services are at 4 p.m., with a free soup supper following. February 14: St. John Lutheran Church, with Pastor Marge Allgeier of the White Mills United Methodist Church. February 21: Central United Methodist, with Father Ed Erb of Grace Episcopal Church. February 28: White Mills United Methodist Church, with Pastor Tim Kapshull of First Baptist Church. March 6: Grace Episcopal Church, with Fr. Marek Wasilewski of St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church. March 13: First Baptist Church, with Pastor Rob Kazinski of Central United Methodist Church. March 20: St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with Pastor Richard Mowery of St. John Lutheran Church.

Free-will offerings taken at each service help the outreach of the ministerium to continue aid to those in need in our community. Call Marge Allgeier at 570/972-6197.

OBITUARIES LARS M. HAAGE Lars M. Haage, of Narrowsburg, NY, passed away on February 5, 2016. A native of Sweden, Lars resided in Worcester, MA for more than 40 years prior to retiring in New York State. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Elaine, son Dean and wife Barbara, daughter Lauren, four grandchildren, Britta, Ashley, Jamie and Daniel, and five great-grandchildren Keagen, Kieran, Spencer, Locklan and Aislin. Services will be private. Donations may be made to the Tusten Youth Organization c/o Catskill Hudson Bank, 122 Kirks Road, Narrowsburg, NY 12764. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Rasmussen Funeral Home, Narrowsburg, NY.

LAKE HUNTINGTON NEWS

By Eileen Hennessy

One of the things I like the best about living in Sullivan County is there is always something to do. Friday night I went with a coworker and Mike Sakell of radio station Thunder 102 to the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance to go see “Vagina Monologues.” I was sitting there trying not to giggle or laugh, you know, trying to be mature. That did not last long as I looked around and everyone was cracking up slapping their knees. I could not hold it in any longer. It was readings about the “V,” some very funny, some sad but funny. I did not know there were so many different names for it. Eight years of Catholic school; thank God I went to a public high school and learned a little. The five ladies who did the readings were fabulous. They played to a sold-out house; all proceeds benefit the Victims Intervention Program. All I could think about is my sister took my mother and godmother to see this years ago. I am sure they had no clue what all those names were. I can see them sitting there with the rosary beads praying for all the V’s. My one and only sister Maryanne has been a midwife working for the same company for over 35 years, so it was right up her alley. I survived the worst part of tax season. Thank you to Anna Story for always being there for me for computer questions. I will be sitting in the town hall on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in February and March from 4 to 7 p.m., or call if you need to make other arrangements. The Cochecton Youth Commission is looking for a youth liaison. The liaison should be over 12 years old; give Sue Rodriguez a call if you are interested, 845/866-0853. If you are interested in guessing three dates and times at which the elephant is going to take a swim, give Ed Grund a call at 845/252-7363. On Saturday, March 12, right after the 4:30 p.m. Mass, there will be a St. Patty’s Day Dinner hosted by The Knights of Columbus, Holy Cross Church, on Route 97 in Callicoon, NY. The cost is $15 for adults, $10 for youth seven to 15, children one to six years old are admitted free. Call Grand Knight Teddy Laffin for more information at 845/252-3630. The Narrowsburg Inn will be re-opening on March 19, beginning with their Windy Kilt 5k Run; more details to come. A special happy birthday to our own Highway Superintendent Kevin Esselman, town board member Anna Story, and Richard Ross. Keep smiling and enjoy life. Have a great week and email leeniebeans@citlink.net or call 845/252-3568 if you have news.

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LOOKING BACK

By Ann O’Hara

he origin of the name Dyberry is lost to history. One theory: a settler named Dyberry was the first man to die in the township. Second theory: the man’s name was Dye and he grew distinctive strawberries. The township was established in September 1803 and Bethany, then the county seat, became a separate borough in 1821. In 1816, a group of German immigrants started the first glass factory in Wayne County, making window glass. A post office was established in Dyberry Village in 1854, with Ephraim Kimble, Contributed photo son of a Dyberry pioneer, appointed postmaster. Ephraim Kimble held the post until his death in 1880, when he was succeeded by his son, Asa K. Kimble (pictured). Post offices were also established in the Haines area and at Tanners Falls. Construction of Jadwin Dam (named for Gen. Edgar Jadwin) was completed in 1959, in a successful attempt to prevent the disastrous flooding experienced in 1942 and 1855. From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society 810 Main St., Honesdale, PA. The museum and research library are open Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., January through mid-April.

Wayne food pantries WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The Damascus Area Pantry will be held at the Damascus Township Building from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, February 18. For an emergency need call 570/224-4217 or 224-4189. The Lakewood Area Pantry will be held at the Northern Wayne Family Health Center from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17. For an emergency need call 570/798-2229. The Lakeville Area Pantry will be held at the Paupack Township Municipal Building from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, February 25. For an emergency need call 570/352- 6177 or 226-3115. In case of inclement weather, call 570/253-4646 after 8 a.m. on your distribution day for an automated message. For information about how to register with a pantry, call 570/253-4262.

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Dean’s list at Albany ALBANY, NY — The following area students have been named to the University at Albany Dean’s List of Distinguished Students for Fall 2015: Kevin Mesa, Ferndale, NY; Andrew Raymond, Grahamsville, NY; Lexi Reeves, Narrowsburg, NY; and Celia Garcia, Sean Kennedy and Shane Martin, of Woodbourne, NY.

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COMMUNITY CURRICULUM ‘Art and God’ at Community Conversations SHOHOLA, PA — This month’s topic at the Artists’ Market Community Center’s Creative Conversations series, taking place on Saturday, February 13 from 1 to 2 p.m., will be “Art and God,” presented by Glenn Pontier. Pontier is a resident of Barryville, NY who studied theology at the New Brunswick Theological Seminary, and recently retired after a long service as head of Sullivan Renaissance. Possible talking points: Is God responsible for the creation of all art? Is art responsible for the creation of all Gods? What role does God play in your artistic process? The public is invited to attend and complimentary refreshments are provided. The center is located at 114 Richardson Avenue. Visit artistsmarketcc.com/ FREEEVENTS.html.

Office Procedures and Management course MONTICELLO, NY — The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES is offering a course in Office Procedures and Management (OPM) at the St. John Street Education Center. Classes will run each Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, February 16 through May 16, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. The course offers a mock office setting where the student can develop his or her computer and typing skills while interacting with other students. The course is designed so a student will have marketable skills at the end of the course, along with a certificate of completion. Each module is self-paced with individualized instruction. A skills assessment and career plan interview is available at no cost. Modules include MS Publisher, MS Access, Intro to Computer/Internet, Typing Refresher, MS Excel, MS Word and civil service preparation. Tuition is based on the total number of classroom hours planned. Funding is available for eligible students. Call 845/295-4915 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. or visit scboces.org.

Correction officer exams REGION — The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), under the auspices of the New York State Department of Civil Service, will hold an exam for its latest correction officer recruitment effort. The exam will be held on April 9 and the application deadline is February 24. To qualify, you must be 21 years or older, a U.S. citizen, a resident of New York, and possess a high school diploma or GED. Appointees must also have passed medical and psychological screenings, as well as a background investigation. Conviction of a felony automatically disqualifies anyone from becoming a correction officer, while misdemeanor convictions will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility. A correction officer trainee’s starting salary is currently $40,590 per year after successful completion of the one-year traineeship; salary increases to $48,889 per year. You can apply online or download the examination information and applications at the Department of Civil Service website at www.cs.ny.gov/exams. Additional information about the position can be found on the DOCCS website at www. doccs.ny.gov.

Small engine maintenance MONTICELLO, NY — The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES will offer “Small Engine Maintenance” on Saturday, February 20 and February 27 at the Rubin Pollack Education Center from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $185. Regular maintenance and service are part of keeping a small engine in running condition. Master the tune-up procedures and schedules for small two-stroke and four-stroke engines. Change spark plugs, filters, and oil. Practice troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of fuel and ignition systems. Bring your motorcycle, snowmobile, lawn mower, chain saw, or other small engine to this hands-on class, as well as your owner’s manual, tools, and eye protection. Call 845/295-4900 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. or visit scboces.org.

Save energy workshop LIBERTY, NY — Homeowners and renters can learn to reduce energy consumption and lower energy bills at a Save Energy, Save Dollars workshop on Wednesday, February 24 from 6 to 8 pm. This EmPower New York class is being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) at its Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center located on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd. Each attendee will receive free three compact fluorescent light bulbs.

Pre-registration is encouraged. Registration and more information can be completed by calling CCESC at 845/2926180, emailing sullivan@cornell.edu, or visiting www.sullivancce.org. Donations for CCESC programs are appreciated. Additional dates and times for the workshop can be obtained by visiting www.human. cornell.edu/dea/outreach/index.cfm and selecting “Empower Energy Use Management Workshop Schedule.”

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Equine metabolic syndrome

early 70% of adults in the United States suffer from obesity. Unfortunately, poor dietary behavior is also appreciated in our pet populations. While there are a number of diets for dogs and cats that include low carbohydrate, grain-free, unique protein, holistic, and even vegetarian options, not much is said for horses. Obesity is a serious health condition, but, unfortunately, many horse owners still look at a fat pony and think how cute it is, or look at a fat horse and compliment its big bones. However, science has shown that fat tissue is more than storage of energy. Equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) is a common disease in pony breeds, Morgan horses and Paso Fino horses, but any horse can be affected. Horses with EMS are typically identified as easy keepers and historically do not require much feed to maintain their weight. A common physical trait of these horses is the presence of fat deposits in abnormal places. These deposits are particularly noted along the neckline, tail head, and over the ribs. The mechanism behind EMS is not fully understood, but has been

well documented that high insulin levels in the blood lead to laminitis (inflammation to the lining of the hoof walls) episodes in horses. In a normal horse, when an increase in glucose is noted, there is a slight elevation to insulin until the blood glucose is normalized. In a horse diagnosed with EMS, its body does not respond as it should to the insulin. The linings of the hoof walls become very sensitive to the extra sugar, which predisposes the horse to repeated bouts of laminitis. A series of blood tests can be used to confirm the presence of excess insulin and sugar in horses suspected of having EMS. Particular attention is paid to the insulin-to-glucose ratio as a screening test if the horse has been fasted overnight. Episodes of laminitis can falsely elevate the level, and therefore it is recommended that horses be tested three to four weeks after a bout of laminitis. By far, diet and exercise of horses with EMS is the most essential method of managing their disease. Horses should be fed according to their individual metabolic needs. Obese horses do not need concentrate feeds and can be placed on a simple diet of hay and a vitamin/mineral supplement. An obese horse should be fed 1.5 to 2% of its body weight in hay per day (10 to 20 lbs. of hay for a 1,000-pound horse). It is recommended to pre-soak the hay for 30 minutes to reduce the amount of simple sugars, as EMS horses are highly sensitive to such. Horses with EMS should not be given any grain and, when placed out on pasture, they should be on a dry lot or wear a grazing muzzle. If a horse has an episode of laminitis, aggressive and guided medical manage-

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n January 21, The River Reporter initiated a contest on our Facebook page, inviting local lovers to post photos of themselves—and tell us a little bit about how they feel about each other—in a “Love Your Selfies” Valentine’s Day contest. The contest reached over 2,000 people by the judging deadline of Monday at 1 p.m. Faith and Auggie Metzinger racked up the biggest number of “likes,” and will receive a gift certificate to the Inn at Starlight Lake. But from your photos, it looked like all of you are big winners—winners in love. Unfortunately, we don’t have room to print all of them, but as a Valentine to the community, we print here the photos that received the first through fourth most “likes.” Happy Valentine’s Day to all !

The winner FAITH AND AUGGIE METZINGER. This is my husband Gus and me at a Honey Hill Pottery class for sweethearts. We just celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary in September. Why we’re crazy about each other is easy: we’re best friends. That’s all, we do everything together and love every second of it. I’ve been a daycare provider for 26 years and also a volunteer for Delete Blood Cancer, and Gus is retired from Ford and now drives truck. We reside in our home in Kenoza Lake.

KURT ZIMMERMAN AND KATHY FARREY at Turtle Bay Resort Oahu, HI. One of our all-time favorite pictures and places. What we LOVE about each other is the way we both felt totally comfortable and relaxed with each other from day one and through today, nearly 11 years later!

#3 ELLANY T. GABLE AND FRANCO LO PINTO We found each other later in life We are speaking our vows here, Now husband and wife. The odyssey travelled from worlds far apart, The key to my door, the flame of my heart. Destiny brought us together, I’m sure With hearts of pure gold and a love that is pure. I travelled for months, while not knowing why Until I stood there before him, in Banff was my Guy. I love him so deeply and he loves me too And it’s never too late for this to happen for you!! Both of us Potters up on Honey Hill. Spinning our clay and our love story still. Xoxoxoxox Happy Valentine’s Day, sweetheart!

#4 ASHLEY AND JERRY SMITH. We reside in our home in Smallwood, NY. This picture was taken in late August on a date night at Bubbas in White Lake, NY. I [Ashley] am a service plan writer for rehabilitation support services, and Jerry is a New York state corrections officer. On New Year’s Eve we celebrated 10 years together; they have been such a blessing. We are crazy about each other because we like each other. We are best friends. We have faith in all we do, we learn from one another, we empower each other, support each other in everything we set our heart to. What I love most about him is that he makes me want to be a better person, he is so humble and so loving that it makes our life good together. Our love is pure and passionate. We have faced hard times. Overcoming a double mastectomy and a total hysterectomy wasn’t easy, but we had our love and with love you can conquer anything. Our relationship is built on honesty, love, compassion and most of all faith. We have been blessed with not only a friendship, but an everlasting kind of love.

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IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

By Jonathan Charles Fox

Love is in the air W

ith Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s almost impossible to ignore the candy hearts, couples holding hands, and the plethora of cards lining the walls of every store I enter, so I’m sticking pretty close to home. Not that I’m bitter (party of one) or anything, but let’s just say that my dog has already received a card or two, while my P.O. box has an echo these days, when I dare to peek inside. I’ve been single for so long that it’s difficult to remember being any other way, but you know what they say about the grass being greener, so I’m fairly sanguine (look it up!) about the impending holiday and Cupid’s annoying little face and pudgy posterior. Someone should put that dude on a diet. IMHO. That said, the smiling faces that I encountered last Thursday were well worth gazing upon, as Dharma and I rolled into the Delaware Youth Center (www.visitcallicoon.com), having spotted a flyer seeking folks interested in becoming a member of the North American Cultural Laboratory’s (NACL) Stilt Corps. Most of us have spotted the larger-than-life colorful characters strutting their stuff in various parades along Main Street USA over the years, with NACL co-founder Tannis Kowalchuk (www.nacl.org) more often than not leading the pack. Truth be told, I’ve always wondered what it would be like to be 10 feet tall—but I’m not crazy (my mother had me tested!) so I thought it might be fun (and safer) to take some photos of those with braver hearts than mine. Both my sister and I had stilts when we were kids. While I can’t recall her prowess, my skills weren’t half bad, as I practiced noon and night, ignoring my mother’s warnings about stilting in the house and eventually mastering the stairs—a memory that makes me shudder these days. “Anyone can do it!” Tannis enthused, addressing the gang, which included some newbies who had also shown interest in the group, which meets weekly and encourages drop-ins. “Let’s warm up!” Following a comprehensive explanation of the process and pre-stilting exercises, I marveled at the instructor’s skills and the bravado of the newcomers who were prepared to “stilt up” and march. Noting that folks had traveled far from home, I asked Milanville’s Miranda Card and Long Eddy’s Raina Bowers what drew them to the class. “We were both excited to learn that there was something to do during the week, mid-winter, in our com-

munity,” Miranda told me, while Bowers nodded in agreement. “We just started last week and couldn’t wait to come back,” Raina interjected. “It’s cool!” Complimenting Adrienne Picciano on her skills, I was stunned to hear that it was also her “first time,” which gave me pause—but still no impetus to rise into the air with the others. Yet. “It’s great exercise,” Picciano said, eventually letting go of teacher Mark Keoppen’s hand and marching on her own. “I’m definitely coming back!” Several others echoed her sentiments, and it was clear to see that Tannis & Co. were more than adept at showing folks how it’s done with patience, guidance and encouragement. I even brought a friend who was up and walking by the end of the night. The NACL is looking to involve an army of stilt-walkers in its newest community project, called “Courage,” and if it’s anything like their powerhouse production of “The Weather Project,” it will be a force to be reckoned with. For more information on how you can be involved, call 845/557-0694. As for me, I’m still up in the air about trying my hand (I mean feet) at it, but haven’t ruled it out. A neat high note of the week came in the form of the newest art exhibit opening in Narrowsburg (www.artsalliancesite.org), where (lo and behold!) one of my photos had been selected for inclusion in the B Gallery section of the DVAA’s A Gallery installation, titled “About Face.” In a note from gallery director Rocky Pinciotti, the program states that “as the title implies, ‘About Face’ is an exhibition of faces and their complicated expressions,” be it “happiness, sadness, fear, mystery or intensity.” On the flip side, the electronic B Gallery is displaying a complementary exhibit called “Altered Egos” which exemplifies the artists’ deep thought in a new light: the art of the “selfie.” Employing photography, sketching, painting and computer manipulation, “Egos” is as fascinating as “Face” is impressive. “What a great way to begin the 2016 season,” DVAA Executive Director Elaine Giguere said, addressing the crowd on hand at the opening. “We’re celebrating our 40th year, which wouldn’t have been possible without each and every one of you.” As for my piece being selected for inclusion among so many talented artists? I might have been there alone (well, Dharma was with me) but I’m walking on air. “About Face” is on exhibit through March 26. Who knows? By then, I might be feeling 10 feet tall.

TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox

A small army of stilt walkers is already forming as part of NACL Theatre’s new production “Courage,” which will feature members of the community.

Adrienne Picciano’s first foray into stilt walking found her in hand-to-hand “combat” with instructor Mark Keoppen and enjoying the exercise.

Standing next to his piece in the B Gallery’s “Altered Egos,” Scott Woolsey was on hand for the opening of the dual exhibit at the DVAA in Narrowsburg, NY last weekend.

Painter Miguel Tio and his subject Steven Hall were both at the DVAA’s opening reception for the Gallery’s “About Face” exhibit, now showing through March 26.

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Oscar nominee ‘Brooklyn’ in Callicoon

MONTICELLO, NY — Winter Fun Day, sponsored by Friends of the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, will be held on Saturday, February 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come for an afternoon full of activities. Weather permitting, there will be a snowman-building contest, so be sure to bring your snow pants. You can also listen to a story, and enjoy snacks. If there’s no snow, participants will listen to a story and make winter crafts indoors, instead. You can stick around after Winter Fun for a free movie in the community room at 1 p.m. The program is free. Space is limited. To register, or for more information, call 845/794-4660, ext. 108. The Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library is located at 479 Broadway. For more information about the Friends of the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, come to a monthly meeting. They are typically held on the second Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the library.

HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will showcase Session Americana on Friday, February 12. Jill Carletti, managing director of Harmony Presents says, “This collective of talented musicians craft a Contributed photo musical experience unlike Session Americana any other. On stage is a collapsible bar table wired with microphones, a vintage suitcase recast as a kick drum, an old Estey field organ, a pre-war parlor guitar, a mandocello and an assortment of other instruments that get passed around in this freewheeling modern hootenanny. The anything-could-happen feel of a Session show depends on craft that’s not accidental or easily won; they bring a kind of ease and genuineness to this timeless music, sometimes presenting the latest batch of original songs, sometimes reaching back into depths of the American song bag.” The show takes place in the underground theater of the Hawley Silk Mill located at 8 Silk Dr. Tickets cost from $20 to $25, depending on when they are bought. Tickets can be purchased online at www.harmonypresents.com or in person at AMSkier Insurance located at 209 Main Ave. For more information call 570/588-8077.

CALLICOON, NY — CineArt, a partnership between Delaware Valley Arts Alliance and the Callicoon Theater, will present John Crowley’s criticallyacclaimed film “Brooklyn” (PG-13) from Friday, February 12 through Tuesday, February 16. It will play nightly at 7:30 p.m., with matinees at 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Contributed photo The movie, starring Saoirse Ronan, Saoirse Ronan based on the novel by Colm Tóibín and screenplay by Nick Hornby, has been nominated for three Academy Awards: Best Picture, Best Actress, and Best Writing. It tells the story of Eilis Lacey (Ronan), a young Irish immigrant navigating her way through 1950s Brooklyn. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her new vivacity is disrupted by her past, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. “Brooklyn is easily the year’s best and most beguiling love story,” wrote Peter Travers in Rolling Stone. The Callicoon Theater is located at 30 Upper Main St. Admission costs $10.50 ($8.50 admission on Mondays and matinees), and $7 for children under 12 at all shows. A percentage of the profits and $1 per person from ticket sales benefit the programs and services of the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.

Runa plays Celtic music at The Cooperage HONESDALE, PA — Runa will return to The Cooperage, 1030 Main St. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. Runa is a Philadelphia-based Celtic roots band that is quickly gaining recognition as one of Irish music’s new “super-groups.” By drawing on the diverse musical backgrounds of its band members, Runa is able to push the boundaries of traditional Irish folk music to offer contemporary Celtic material. The band consists of vocalist and step-dancer Shannon Lambert-Ryan of Philadelphia; Dublin-born guitarist Fionán de Barra; Cheryl Prashker of Canada on percussion; Dave Curley on mandolin, vocals, bodhrán and step-dancing; and Maggie Estes of Kentucky on the fiddle. Members of RUNA have played with Solas, Riverdance, Slide, Clannad, Fiddlers’ Bid, Moya Brennan, among others. The group has been honored internationally, winning Top Group and Top Traditional Group in the Irish Music Awards and an Independent Music Award for Best World/Traditional Song. The suggested donation is $15 at the door. BYOB. For more information visit www.thecooperageproject.org or call 570/253-2020.

Passport to Reading at the library NARROWSBURG, NY — Join the Western Sullivan Public Library on Saturday, February 20 at the TustenCochecton Branch as it celebrates Library Lovers’ Month with its Passport to Reading kickoff program between 11 a.m. and 12 noon. This event is intended to encourage literacy in the library’s youngest patrons. Children five and older will be given the opportunity to sign up for a library card and personalize a “book bag” to bring books to and from the library. They will also receive their “Passport to Reading,” a library-themed scavenger hunt designed for children to complete over the course of the year. Registration is requested so the library knows how many people to expect. Events without at least five people pre-registered may be cancelled. For more information or to register visit www.wsplonline.org or call 845/2523360.

Poetry at the Arts Center NARROWSBURG, NY — The Upper Delaware Writers Collective (UDWC) will present a reading and book launch with Pennsylvania poet Kathleen Galvin Grimaldi, who will read from her new book of poems, “Life’s Glorious Song,” on Saturday, February 20. The event is free, and will take place in the Krause Recital Hall, Delaware Arts Center, 37 Main St., at 2 p.m. A book signing and wine reception will follow the reading. Of the volume, UDWC director Mary Greene writes, “Every poem is a gem, written by a poet at the top of her game—a tried and true woman who trusts in the ‘music of a deeper dream’ to inform these meditations on love, loss, time passing and the temple of the natural world.” Grimaldi was raised in New England, but migrated to New York to teach school and raise a family in the Bronx. Since losing her husband several years ago, she divides her time between Northeast Pennsylvania and a cabin in Connecticut. Her first book of poems, “like smoke rising, like wind,” was published in 2011. For more information call 845/252-7675, 252-7506, or email mogreene53@gmail.com.

Folk sensation Seth Glier in Hawley HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will showcase returning performer Seth Glier, a folk-pop singer whom Livingston Taylor called “the greatest pop songwriter since Billy Joel,” on Saturday, February 13 at 8 p.m. in the Silk Mill at 8 Silk Mill Dr. Jill Carletti, managing director of Contributed photo Harmony Presents said, “Despite his Seth Glier relatively young age, Massachusetts based singer/songwriter/pianist/guitarist Seth Glier is a seasoned troubadour.” USA Today said that his “exquisite tenor echoes Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel.” Cocoon Catering Company caters wine, beer and light snacks on site for all shows. Tickets cost from $19 to $22, depending on when they are purchased. They can be obtained online at www.harmonypresents.com or in person at AMSkier Insurance located at 209 Main Ave. For more information call 570/588-8077.

‘Earth mother voice’ of Sloan Wainwright at The Cooperage HONESDALE, PA — Sloan Wainwright will perform on Saturday, February 20 at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St., as part of the RiverFolk Concert series. Wainwright belongs to a musical dynasty of gifted singer-songwriters. Her family tree (brother and folk-music luminary Loudon Wainwright, sister-in-law Kate McGarrigle, nephew Rufus Wainwright, nieces Martha Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche) reads like a who’s who of contemporary folk music. She’s folkinfluenced, obviously, but the real star is her voice. The New York Times described

it as an “earth mother voice that she pours into unexpectedly sensitive blends of folk, jazz, blues and funk,” and the Boston Globe wrote, “The way her voice rumbles like thunder on a mountaintop will make you a believer.” Opening for Wainwright are Aaron Nathans and Michael G. Ronstadt. The suggested donation is $18 reserved, $22 at the door. Showtime is 7 p.m. Sweet Contributed photo and savory snacks are available for purSloan Wainwright chase. BYOB. For reservations and more information call 845/252-6783 or go to riverfolkconcerts.com.

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VALENTINE’S WEEKEND

Contributed photo Kim Schneeberger, Lynne Porter, and Mekayla Perneszi work on a song for the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop’s Valentine cabaret, with accompanist Leon Hilfstein.

Valentine cabaret HURLEYVILLE, NY — Just in time for Valentine weekend, the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop presents its annual Valentine Cabaret, this year titled “Love Songs… And Not.” Come to the Sullivan County Museum, 265 Main St., on Friday and Saturday, February 12 and 13 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, February 14 at 2 p.m. to hear some of Sullivan County’s finest voices entertaining you with love songs… and not. The cabaret, directed and produced by Jim Schmidt, features Shawn Bailey, Terri Hall, Michael Harrins, Valeria Henry, Tom Masciopinto, Noam Naiman, Teri Paris, Ellen Pavloff, Mekayla Perneszi, Lynn Porter, David Rosenberg, Amber Schmidt, Kim Schneeberger, Lori Schneider, Grace Strauss and Heather Strauss accompanied by Leon Hilfstein on piano and others. General admission costs $10 and includes desserts following the performance. For more information call 845/798-4971.

Valentine’s guide on SCVA website FERNDALE, NY — The Sullivan County Catskills is the perfect place to find whimsical romance this Valentine’s weekend, and the Sullivan County Visitors Association (SCVA) wants to make sure everyone knows it. It has put together a digital resource, available at SCVA.net/ valentines-day, to help couples plan a memorable Valentine’s Day. It has suggestions for daytime activities from outdoor fun to browsing art galleries or breweries, or a day in the spa. There’s a guide to places for Valentine’s dinner, as well as for romantic overnight lodging. SCVA also shares the love with “Classic Catskills Valentines,” a series of fun, silly, Catskills-inspired Valentines with a vintage theme. Check them out by visiting SCVA.net/ classic-catskills-valentines, where you can share them on Facebook. For more information, visit www.scva.net.

‘What is This Thing Called Love?’ BEACH LAKE, PA — A program titled “What Is This Thing Called Love?” will be presented at the meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship on Sunday, February 14 at 10:15 a.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center. Sharon Paige will begin the program with a brief history of St. Valentine and the origins of our present day celebration of Valentine’s Day. She will discuss the parts that music, humor and pathos play in the pursuit of love. This program was inspired by literature, biographies, memoirs and the music of the Great American Song Book. Sharon will include love songs recorded in the mid20th century by a select few of our most beloved performers. A social time and refreshments will follow the program. For directions, visit www. uduuf.org/ directions.

Chamber hosts Sweet Heart Dance MATAMORAS, PA — The Pike County Chamber of Commerce will host its first Sweet Heart Dinner Dance at the Best Western Inn at Hunts Landing on Friday, February 12, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Join the Pike County Chamber of Commerce along with the business community for a night of dancing with DJ Flow. You can stop by the Flash Shack Photobooth and get your picture taken with your family, friends, or co-workers. Tickets cost $35 per person, which includes a buffet-style dinner along with entertainment and photo booth. Desserts will be provided by local restaurants, cafes and shops throughout the Pike County business community. To purchase tickets, call 570/296-8700.

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Tannis Kowalchuk as Anne Hathaway in “Shakespeare’s Will”

‘Shakespeare’s Will’ in Equinunk EQUINUNK, PA — The Equinunk Historical Society will host NACL Theatre’s Tannis Kowalchuk in “Shakespeare’s Will,” a play by award-winning Canadian playwright Vern Thiessen on Sunday, February 21 at 2 p.m. in the Calder Hall. NACL (North American Cultural Laboratory) is located in Highland Lake, NY. Kowalchuk is artistic director and runs the NACL Theatre and artist residence. Kowalchuk performs the role of Anne Hathaway in this lively song-filled solo performance about the life of the wife of William Shakespeare. Basing the narrative upon the little information known about the Bard’s wife, Thiessen has written a sensitive and humorous text in verse, taking great delight in imagining and inventing the robust, earthy and intelligent character of Hathaway. Kowalchuk moves seamlessly from one character to the next in a fast-paced performance that packs 50 years into one hour. Be among the first to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare. There will be a question-and-answer period and special refreshments available after the performance. The suggested donation is $15 and reservations are requested. Call 570/224-0223 or leave a message at 570/224-6722. For more information about the historical society go to equinunkhistory.org. For more information about NACL go to www.NACL.org.

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fect Bookstore. Donation $15 per person, $25 per couple. RSVP by Friday, February 12. 845/794-0017.

National Stroke Association Caregiver Support Group

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.

Patriot Connectors meeting

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.

Soups and Flatbreads Cooking classes

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES is offering two Soups and Flatbreads Cooking classes, on Feb. 11 and Feb. 16. Both classes will run from 6-9pm at the Rubin Pollack Education Center in the Culinary Arts Kitchen. The cost of each class is $30 plus $18 materials fee. Taught by Chef Kathy Poppo. 845/2954915.

Fri., Feb. 12 Candy sale beneďŹ t

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.

Celtic band RUNA at Cooperage

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; RUNA will return to The Cooperage, 7:30pm. RUNA is a Philadelphia-based Celtic roots band that intertwines the haunting melodies and exuberant tunes of Ireland and Scotland with the lush harmonies and intoxicating rhythms of bluegrass, flamenco, blues and jazz. BYOB. Suggested donation $15 at the door. 570/253-2020.

Literacy Volunteers Fundraising Event

SMALLWOOD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dessert Extravaganza fundraiser on Sunday, February 21 at Friends Restaurant, 1-3pm. To benefit the Bethel Literacy Center and Past Per-

Living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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.

Session Americana at Harmony Presents

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Session Americana at Harmony Presents at the Hawley Silk Mill, 8pm. This rock/folk band plays a collapsible bar table wired with microphones, a vintage suitcase recast as a kick drum, an old Estey field organ, a pre-war parlor guitar, a mandocello and an assortment of other instruments. Tickets: $20-$25.

StuďŹ&#x20AC;ed Animal Story time and Sleepover

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Nighttime story time at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 5-6pm. Leave a stuffed animal friend to have an overnight adventure in the library. Pick up your buddies Saturday, February 13 from 10am-12pm. Email Kohara@rcls. org or call 845/482-4350.

Sweet Heart Dinner Dance

MATAMORAS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Pike County Chamber of Commerce hosts first annual Sweet Heart Dinner Dance at the Best Western Inn at Hunts Landing, 6:30-10pm. Buffet dinner, dancing, DJ Flow, and photo booth. Tickets $35. 570/296-8700.

Valentine Cabaret

HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop presents its annual Valentine Cabaret, this year titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Songsâ&#x20AC;Ś And Notâ&#x20AC;? at the Sullivan County Museum, 8pm. General admission $10, includes desserts following the performance. 845/798-4971.

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day dinner and movie

HANCOCK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dinner and movie at Two Sisters Emporium, 7pm. Showing of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seven Brides for Seven Brothersâ&#x20AC;? in the vintage theater. All inclusive dinner includes complimentary Champagne and dessert. Cash bar beer/wine available. Cost: $45/couple. Seating is limited. Reservations required: 607/637-5200.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Straight from the Heartâ&#x20AC;?: A festival of love in art, music and drama

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The weekend will include visual art by area artists, live music by local musicians, and three one act plays: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Proposalâ&#x20AC;? by Anton Chekhov, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sure Thingâ&#x20AC;? by David Ives, and â&#x20AC;&#x153;For Realâ&#x20AC;? by Tori Clemens. $12. A portion of proceeds will go to American Heart Association. Hawley Methodist Church; 315 Church St. Feb 12-13 at 7pm, Feb 14 at 2:30.

Sat., Feb. 13 Art and God

SHOHOLA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Creative Conversations at the Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Community Center, 114 Richardson Ave., 2-3pm. The topic will be Art and God with moderator Glenn Pontier. The public is invited to attend and complimentary refreshments are provided. http://artistsmarketcc.com/ FREEEVENTS.html.

Battle of the Books meeting

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Meeting to join the Battle of the Books team for ages 12-18 at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 12:30-1pm. Teams read 5 books and â&#x20AC;&#x153;battleâ&#x20AC;? other Sullivan County teams to test their trivia knowledge. Email kohara@rcls.org or call 845/482-4350.

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.

Ice Fishing Contest

HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Hurleyville Fire Department in cooperation with the Town of Fallsburg Youth Commission will hold their 28th annual Ice Fishing Contest on Morningside Lake off of Brickman Road, 7am-3pm. Registration will take place the day of the contest at the lake, $5 for adults and free for those 15 and under. 845/436-5418.

Love Birds

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Opening reception for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Birdsâ&#x20AC;? at The ARTery Gallery, 210 Broad St., 6-9pm. This ARTery Gallery membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; show will feature a wide range of artistic expressions of mankindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interest in love itself and love of birds. On display from February 9-March 8.

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.

Puppy Love & Kitten Cuddles Dinner Dance

HUGUENOT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Humane Society of Port Jervis/Deerpark and the Deerpark Lions Club benefit dinner and dance at the Huguenot Firehouse, 7-11pm. Homecooked Italian dinner, live Music by Mike. Tickets: $25 per couple pre-sale and $30 per couple at the door. 914/850-5095.

Seth Glier at Harmony Presents

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 24-year-old singer, pianist and guitarist Seth Glier at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. USA Today recently compared his â&#x20AC;&#x153;exquisite tenorâ&#x20AC;? to Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel, while Livingston Taylor called him the â&#x20AC;&#x153;greatest pop songwriter since Billy Joel.â&#x20AC;? Tickets: $19-$24.

Valentine Cabaret

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day dinner and movie

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dance and food drive

MATAMORAS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Upper Delaware GLBT Center (UDGLBT) hosts fifth annual â&#x20AC;&#x153;Share Your Heart with the Communityâ&#x20AC;? Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dance and food drive to benefit the Ecumenical Food Pantry at the Best Western Inn at Huntâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, 8pm. Minimum $20 donation, or $10 with a non-perishable item.

Winter Fun Day

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Winter Fun Day at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, 11:30am-12:30pm. Enter the snow man contest, make crafts and listen to stories. This program is free. To register, call the library at 845/794-4660 ext. 108. Space is limited.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Straight from the Heartâ&#x20AC;?: A festival of love in art, music and drama

Sun., Feb. 14 Free Winter Festival

DINGMANS FERRY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free Winter Festival sponsored by Dingmans Ferry United Methodist Church, 115 Myck Rd, 12pm-2pm. There will be soup sale, free lunch, bonfire, scouting activities and indoor games. Sledding if weather permits.

Lenten series

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ministers and churches in the Honesdale area will host the annual Lenten series beginning on the first Sunday of Lent, February 14. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Names of Jesus.â&#x20AC;? The ecumenical services begin at 4pm each Sunday, with a free soup supper following. 570/972-6197.

Pancake breakfast

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rock Hill Fire Department pancake breakfast, 7am-12noon. Cost: adults $8, under 12 $6, under 5 free.

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folks, easy hike along the Parksville Rail Trail followed by tapas and beverages at nearby Rolling River Cafe. Register, 845/439-5507.

Yarnslingers: Love

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day event with storytelling group Yarnslingers and Honesdale High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Midnight Fridge at The Cooperage, 3-4pm. The event will be aired live on WJFF 90.5.

Thurs., Feb. 18 Mohegan Sun casino trip

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Mohegan Sun (Pocono Downs, Wilkes-Barre, PA) casino trip on March 5. Sponsored by Monticello Kiwanis Club. Bus leaves parking lot of Town of Thompson Town Hall (located at Monticello Shop Rite Mall) at 8am and returns by 5pm. Cost: $35 per person, includes $25 free play plus $5 food coupon. Deadline for reservations is Feb. 18. 845/794-2888.

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Fri., Feb. 19 Habitat for Humanity benfet dance

Mon., Feb. 15

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Happy Days with Habitat Back to the 50â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sock hop at Ehrhardtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Waterfront Resort, 6-10pm. Cocktails 6pm, dinner 7pm. Tickets $40 per person, table of 10 for $375. Silent and live auction, 50/50. 570/647-4747, 570/2534191.

Roast beef dinner

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Roast beef dinner at Drew United Methodist Church, 4:306pm. Reserved seating only. Cost: $12, kids under 10 $6. 845/856-7463 or 845/803-0521.

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Sullivan County Democratic Committee event

Toddler story time at the library

Peter Mulvey at Harmony Presents at the Hawley Silk Mill

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Winter Blues chili cook-off and dance party at Fat Boiz with the Sullivan County Democratic Committee, 6pm. Meet and greet 19th Congressional District candidates Zephyr Teachout and Will Yandik. Cost: $15. RSVP donnaschick@yahoo.com. 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.

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Peter Mulvey at Harmony Presents at the Hawley Silk Mill, 8pm. Mulveyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playing ranges from tender acoustic picking to rootsy blues and jazz.

Pre-K story time at the library

Tues., Feb. 16 Absolute Beginnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drawing Class

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES is offering an Absolute Beginnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Drawing Class on Tuesdays, February 16 through March 22 from 5:30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8:30pm at the St. John Street Education Center. The cost is $95. 845/295-4900.

Sat., Feb. 20 Adrianna Ciccone (Trio) at Harmony Presents

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Adrianna Ciccone (Trio) at Harmony Presents at the Hawley Silk Mill, 8pm. Ciccone showcases Cape Breton reels, crooked French-Canadian brandys, the rollicking rhythms of Ottawa Valley stepdancing tunes, way down to Southern Appalachian stringband tunes; even incorporating Irish and MĂŠtis influences.

Battle of the Books meeting

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Meeting to join the Battle of the Books team for ages 12-18 at the Delaware Free Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library 7-7:30pm. Teams read 5 books and â&#x20AC;&#x153;battleâ&#x20AC;? other Sullivan County teams to test their trivia knowledge. Email kohara@rcls.org or call 845/887-4040.

Battle of the Books meeting

Pancake breakfast

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Drop in for a cozy evening for the whole family featuring a hot cocoa bar and craft at the Delaware Free Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 5-6:30pm. Email kohara@rcls.org, or call 845/887-4040.

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Meeting to join the Battle of the Books team for ages 12-18 at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 1010:30am. Teams read 5 books and â&#x20AC;&#x153;battleâ&#x20AC;? other Sullivan County teams to test their trivia knowledge. Email kohara@ rcls.org or call 845/252-3360.

Valentine Cabaret

Wed., Feb. 17

Free help with income tax preparation & ďŹ ling

YOUNGSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Youngsville Fire Department annual winter pancake breakfast at the Youngsville Firehouse, 7am12noon. Adults $8, children 5-12 $5, under 5 free. HURLEYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop presents its annual Valentine Cabaret, this year titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Songsâ&#x20AC;Ś And Notâ&#x20AC;? at the Sullivan County Museum, 2pm. General admission $10, includes desserts following the performance. 845/798-4971.

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hike for single folks

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Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hot Cocoa & Craft Night

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Service Directory Air Conditioning

Call to advertise: 845-252-7414 Deadline: Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

Builder

Equipment & Tool Repair

Plumbing & Heating

JMR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

ELDRED EQUIPMENT SERVICE & SUPPLY

BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC

BORSDAM’S INC.

Custom Homes, Renovations, Additions, Restorations, Roofs, Decks, Siding, Remodeling 570-559-7935 or 877-275-5671 Joseph Riccardi • www.jmrconstructioncompany.com

Architect

TED KILLE

Exterminating

Heating • Plumbing • Electrical Air Conditioning 570-253-3788

BUCK MOORHEAD, ARCHITECT Creative, Energy-Saving Design Certified Passive House Consultant Callicoon, NY • 212-343-2735 buck@buckmoorheadarchitect.com

CHARLES GREGORY WOODS ARCHITECT PA/ NY- NCARB Voted Best Architect 2014 by River Reporter Readers Award - Winning Energy Efficient Residences Addition/ Remodeling and Commercial also cgwaia.net 570.253.5452

PHILIP FARMILOE, ARCHITECT, AIA

Sustainable design • New Homes & Renovations Cochecton, New York • Philip@farmiloe.com 347-325-1818

Arts DELAWARE VALLEY ARTS ALLIANCE

Plumbing, Carpentry Renovations, Ceramic Tile, Stone Work Electric & Honey Do Lists

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BARRYVILLE EXTERMINATING SERVICE

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“The Name You Trust” • Free Estimates 845-557-6762 • Serving NY & PA Integrated Pest Management

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Gutters

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BOB’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Contractor LEWIS MECKLE CONSTRUCTION CORP. New Homes • New Construction Renovations • Excavations From start to finish • Quality to remember Narrowsburg, NY • 845-252-7469

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

5" Residential, 6" & 7" Commercial Leaf Guard also Available 36 Colors Available • 845-557-8967

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HALLORAN FARM

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Foreign, domestic car and truck repair and complete fuel injection cleaning. 24-hour towing. NYS Inspection. Complete Diagnostic Check. 907 CR 23, Narrowsburg, NY H \ 845-252-3944 Z U

NARROWSBURG ELECTRIC

Serving Sullivan and Delaware Counties 845-243-4131 email: CatskillBrushHog@aol.com

BRADY STONE & LANDSCAPING LLC

CREATIVE EARTH LANDSCAPING

ESSELMAN PAVING

CATSKILL BRUSH HOG SERVICES

845-701-3088

Electrical

Blacktopping Brush Hogging

Commercial Boilers, Heat Pumps & Controls

AMERICAN ELECTRIC, LLC

Licensed Electrical Contractor Serving Sullivan County • Residential • Commercial HEAT • LIGHT • POWER James A. Sackett • 845-252-7461

Blacktopping Lake Huntington, NY • 845-932-7829

ENERGYSTARDAVE

All phases of landscaping Specializing in stone walls, walkways, patios, veneer & cultured stone • Excavating 570-729-8395

JS ELECTRIC

Serving Sullivan County 26 Years Experience • All forms of Electrical work Voted Best Electrician fifth year in a row Richard Maloney • 845-252-6640

Equipment & Storage Used and New Equipment & Parts Shed and Gazebo Sales • Kubota Dealer Bobcat Dealer

MARSHALL MACHINERY, INC.

Located on Route 652 in Honesdale, PA 570-729-7117 • www.marshall-machinery.com

1-866-702-ROOF (7663) 845-583-0247

Custom-built • Residential • Commerical Vinyl Liner Specialist • Complete Renovations Openings, Closings & Maintenance Spa Repairs: All Makes & Models 845-482-4646 • Youngsville, NY www.ClearRitePools.com

Tree Service BLACK OAK TREE SERVICE

Sand & Gravel

REEVES MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION

SONNY'S SERVICE CENTER

STRAIT LINE ROOFING

“We’ve got you covered” Voted BEST Roofer 2009 - 2014 30 Years in Business Owens Corning Preferred Contractor Insured, Commercial, Residential All Phases of Roofing Including Metal

Swimming Pools

Full Service Tree Care • Tree Removal & Pruning Fertilizer & Insecticide Treatments Organic Tick Spraying 845 557 8051 Licensed NY/PA deroskartreeservice@yahoo.com In business since 1993 • Fully Insured

B&R COLLISION CORP.

Licensed Electrical Contractor Sull. Co. License #273 • Orange Co. License #174 Wayne Co. Builder’s Assoc #PA031768 NJ State License #12380 Residential • Commercial • Industrial Authorized Generac Generator Dealer We Service All Makes of Generators www.AmericanElectricOnline.com 845-932-8111 or 845-583-1015 PA: 570-251-9990

Roofing

CLEAR-RITE POOLS & SPAS, INC.

“The Best for Less” • Bill Pierpont All major credit cards accepted 845-252-7319 Cell: 845-7968096

ROOFING, SIDING SPECIALIST

SOLAR GEO & WOOD

Complete auto repairs, 24 hr. local & long distance towing or flatbed recovery service. Gas • Diesel • BBQ Tanks Cash paid for junk vehicles. Rt. 97, Barryville, NY. Open 7 days. 845-557-8881 Nights 570-559-7696 or 7668

Hot Air - Hot Water • Free Standing 570-253-0469 Fax 570-253-0520 www.unitedjim.com

HVAC

Construction

D & R AUTO REPAIR

PIERPONT HEATING & PLUMBING

Tree removal, trimming. Fully Insured, Fair Prices, Free Estimate 845-557-3833

Auto Body

Automotive

Stoves WOOD & COAL STOVES

Visit us at www.straitlineroofing.com

Blower door testing for energy efficiency Windturbine and solar assessment Renewable energy/greenbuilding design consulting. 845-252-6626

No Job Too Small... No Challenge Too Big! All phases of construction • Fully Insured • Free Estimates Find us on Facebook for full gallery of previous work Accepting all major credit cards • 845-252-3995

GS PLUMBING & HEATING

Service, New Construction, Well Pumps, Water Heaters & Boilers Fully Insured • Free Estimates Greg Stevenson • 845/252-7286

RILEYVILLE MINI STORAGE

Your lock - your key - low monthly rates, various sizes to suit your needs. Route 371 East, Rileyville, PA 570-224-6284

845-482-5208

37 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY 845-252-7576 www.artsalliancesite.org

Complete Collision Specialists 512 Church Street, Hawley, PA 18428 570-226-3291

New Construction, Renovation, Service Water Heaters, Boilers, Well Pumps Solar Installs • 570-729-7791

Storage

Patios, walkways, retaining walls fencing, tree removal Mowing & Clean-ups • 845-468-0130 www.CreativeEarthLandscape.com

MACIEJEWSKI LANDSCAPING, INC. Hydro-seeding • Walkways • Patios Retaining Walls • Tree Shrubs Installation Drainage Work • Fully Insured • Irrigation FREE ESTIMATE • 570-224-6405 MaciejewskiLandscaping.com

MARHAREX STONE & LANDSCAPING

Cassas Bros Update or improve your home Now GAF Certified Roofing Installer 50 Year Warranty Fully Lic/Insured Tel 845-492-9549 H \ www.Cassasbros.com

Stone • Topsoil • D.O.T. Sand • Modified Mason & Screened Sand • Red Shale

VALLEY SAND & GRAVEL

Rt. 652, Honesdale, PA • 570-251-9818

Septic Service ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

KOBERLEIN SEPTIC CLEANING

Septic Pumping, Jetting, Line Cleaning Video Inspection, Drainfield Restoration & More 24/7 Service • Koberlein.com 845-292-1494 • 570-729-7645

ROTO ROOTER Septic Tank Pumping,

Underground Pipe Video Inspections, Drainfield Restoraton Service, Septic System Inspections, All Types of Plumbing, Repairs, 24-Hour Service.

Painter

SULLIVAN COUNTY SEPTIC SERVICE

B&L HOME INTERIOR

Prime Wall Covering & Painting Fine Interior Painting Wall Covering Istallation 30 years experience, fully insured Dave Magliacane, Pleasant Mount, PA PA Lic#011906 • 570-642-1042

Pole Saw Work • Climbing • Complete Tree Removal Stump Grinding • Chipping • Trimming

GAEBEL’S TREE SERVICE

Free Estimates • 845-482-4965

Truck Parts & More Truck Parts, Repair & Equipment, Heavy-duty Towing, Road Service, Snow Removal Equipment

RTS TRUCK CENTER, INC 570-729-7636

Well Drilling PETER A. KESTLER WELL DRILLING

PLUMBERS

Complete Design & Installation All applications of Stone Work Proudly serving the area since 2001 Full portfolio 570-878-1595 • marharex.com

Interior & Exterior, Paint & Stain, Power Washing, Deck Refinishing, Log Home, Vinyl Siding FREE Estimates • Fully Insured • 570-352-3198

DER OSKAR TREE SERVICE.COM

845-252-6672 • 570-729-7936 "The Drain Surgeon" Pumping - Drain Cleaning - Excavation Portable Restroom Rentals Ken Bloom, Pres. • 845-583-4064

Solar Energy

Licensed driller serving NY, NJ and PA Since 1967 • “Water when you want it!” Shohola, PA • 570-559-7596

Yard Sale Visit THE YARD SALE STORE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT! Enjoy The Book Yard - All Books $1 Each. Browse affordable Sterling Silver Jewelry, Vintage Clothing, Art, Tools and Furniture. Select from 100’s of DVD Movies, AUDIO CDs and Books on Tape. Located in Narrowsburg at the bottom of Main Street opposite The River Reporter. APPOINTMENTS WELCOME. 845-252-3999. Give yourself a second hand! TheYardSaleStore@AOL.com

BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC Solar Electric Power, Solar Thermal Hot Water & Heat. Install & Service 570-729-7791

Call today to book your ad: 845-252-7414

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Classifieds Help Wanted

Help Wanted

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

Help Wanted

Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 914-468-4999 Today!

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.

Stan’s Cafe Honesdale PA Looking for a Cook 845-290-9134

Autos’Trucks/Vans

Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 315-400-0797 Today!

Misc. For Sale SAWMILLS from only $4397.00MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship! FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800578-1363 Ext.300N SAWMILLS from only $4397.00MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship! FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800578-1363 Ext.300N

Wanted

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.

Our Hunters will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1?866?309?1507 www.BaseCampLeasing.com $WANTED$ CASH PAID for Pre-1980 COMIC BOOKS & Star Wars Action Figures. Original Comic ArtSports Cards & Autographed Memorabilia- 1990’s MagictheGathering Call WILL: 800-242-6130 buying@getcashforcomics.com

Help Wanted

DRIVERS - Class A & B CDL

START THE YEAR OFF RIGHT, Join the McLane PA Team. • Guaranteed Pay • Medical BeneÀts Day 1! • 401K W/Company Match • Paid Vacations and Holidays • Regional - Based Routes • Entry Level Positions Available REQUIREMENTS: Class A or B CDL 21 Years of Age & HS Diploma Call McLane Pennsylvania Today! (570) 330-8400 Email resume: John.Hart@mclaneco.com

Resource Planner to review zoning ordinances, land and water use projects, and development proposals to determine conformance with the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River Management Plan in NY and PA. Full-time position with generous benefits at nonproﬁt Upper Delaware Council. Technical planning experience, strong written communication and public outreach skills, and knowledge of natural resources sought. See position description at www.upperdelawarecouncil. org. Send application letter with salary requirements and resume by February 29 to: UDC, P.O. Box 192, Narrowsburg, NY 12764; fax(845) 252-3359; or laurie@ upperdelawarecouncil.org.

ADOPT: An Experienced mom, dad, and hopeful big brother are reaady to welcome a new baby. Expenses paid. Please call Alana & Michael: 1/855-840-3066. AlanaAndMIchaelAdopt.net.

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Legal Notice

Help Wanted

THE NARROWSBURG LAUNDROMAT LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/29/16. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 20 5th St Narrowsburg, NY 12764. 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 is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Cerna LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State on February 2, 2016 Office Location: Sullivan County Secretary of State of the State of New York is designated as an agent of the LLC upon who process against it may be served. The Post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is: 66 Straight Path, Rock Hill, NY 12775-6534 Purpose: any lawful purpose. Rubiweb Services Group USA LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/31/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to 184 Ardmore Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314. Purpose: General.

Legal Notice with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/20/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE, #603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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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. NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 617 EAST 179 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/13/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE, SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful 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

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 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.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: CS WEST 141 LLC. Articles of Organization filed

Regency Futures One, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC

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Zoning Re-Write Committee meetings are held on the SECOND and FOURTH Mondays of the month at 6:30pm at the Tusten Town Hall, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY.

141 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.

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NOTICE OF ZONING RE-WRITE MEETING

Clean inside and out. Runs great. Needs only minor things. Now reduced! $5,000 OBO. Call or text (570)647-8679

I am looking for recollections, photos, paper and artifacts from Civilian Conservation Corps Camp P-85 (Ten Mile River). The camp was located on Turnpike Lake off of Blind Pond Rd., Tusten (today’s Ten Mile River Boy Scout Camps) from 1934-1936. Contact David Malatzky at dmalatzky@aol.com.

By Order of the Town Board Nicole Peters Tusten Town Clerk

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Legal Notice upon whom process may be served & mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose 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. AG ENVIRONMENTAL RSC, LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/04/16. 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, c/o Alan Rajlevsky, 178 Swiss Hill North, Kenoza Lake, NY 12750. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: ML 141 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 1/20/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 1465A FLATBUSH AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY 11210. 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. ADMINISTRATION CITATION FILE N0.:2015-247 SURROGATEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COURT - SULLIVAN COUNTY SUPPLEMENTAL CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK By the Grace of God Free and Independent TO:

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Legal Notice 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

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mail to 4 Redwood Rd Woodridge NY 12789 General purpose

Regency Futures, 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

MK REAL ESTATE PARTNERS LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 01/04/16. 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, c/o Band Rosenbaum & Martin, P.C., 26 Burling Lane, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of Rubiweb Services Group USA LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 12/31/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 184 Ardmore Ave, Staten Isl, NY 10314. Purpose: any lawful activity. 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. 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. Notice of Formation of AIR Real Property Group LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York Secretary of State (â&#x20AC;&#x153;SSNYâ&#x20AC;?) on2/2/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: Adam Gold, P.O. Box 2021, South Fallsburg, NY 12779. 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 Two, LLC Arts of Org. filed SSNY 12/29/15. Office: Sullivan Co. SSNY design. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served &

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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. 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 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 COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Sale of Recyclable Commodities (cardboard, newsprint, mixed paper), from the Sullivan County Landfill. Those interested are to contact the Purchasing & Central Services Department @ 845-807-0515, Attn: Allyson Lewis Dated: February 12, 2016 NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Proposals for the following will be received by the Director of the Department of Purchasing and Central Services at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York 12701, (845) 807-0515, until 1:00 P.M. on Friday, February 26, 2016: 1. Engineering Services for Inspection and Testing of Cooling Towers for Sullivan County Division of Public Works (R-16-03). Specifications may be obtained from the Director at the above address. Dated: February 12, 2016

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Be a weatherperson at Lacawac

AKE ARIEL, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Would you like to know about measuring weather? Wind and temperature are two parameters recorded by scientists called meteorologists. Lacawac Sanctuary will offer a workshop exploring some key components to measuring weather on Saturday, February 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. Pre-register to receive a supply list of recycled

materials for creating your own measuring tools to take home and record the weather in your backyard. The workshop is open to families with children eight and up, and Scouts looking to earn the merit badge. The registration deadline is Thursday, February 18. The cost is $10.

Fruit and vegetable farmers can get insurance

YRACUSE, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) is a risk-management tool offered by the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA). NAP provides financial assistance to producers of noninsurable crops when low yields, loss of inventory, or prevented planting occur due to natural disasters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The 2014 Farm Bill expanded the NAP program and made it a great tool for New York producers to manage their risk,â&#x20AC;? said James Barber, the New York State Executive Director of FSA. The deadline for NAP on most springplanted crops is March 15, including

beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cantaloupe, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, eggplant, hops, artichokes, kohlrabi, peas, peppers, potatoes, pumpkins, squash, tomatoes and watermelons, as well as several other crops. NAP covers losses from natural adversities such as drought, freeze, hail, excessive wind and excessive moisture on crops. For more information on NAP, service fees, premiums and sales deadlines, contact your local FSA office or visit www.fsa.usda.gov/nap. To find a local FSA office, visit offices.usda.gov or call 315/477-6309.

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Pruss honored by maple producers BETHANY, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sugarmaker David Hauenstein III poses with Ed Pruss at the annual meeting of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Maple Producers Association, held Saturday, January 30, at the Bethany United Methodist Church. Pruss, retiring from 37 years as a Penn State Extension agent, was recognized for his years of service to the local maple industry. The artwork on the bucket is the creation of Aldenville artist Larry Wildenstein.

Students who will be 7-11 years of age on or before October 31, 2016 are eligible to play football Students who will be 5-6 years of age on or before October 31, 2016 are eligible for flag football Copy of birth certificate and payment is required at time of registration. Only the childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legal guardian may register the student. Any questions or concerns contact: spnearing@gmail.com, or tanyahubbert@yahoo.com

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his year has started off as one for the books. Without touching on climate change (heaven forbid), it is undeniable that this has been an unusual winter in our area. So far those who love to fish havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even been able to get a quick fix or two. This is no time for ice fishing, as lake and pond ice has been questionable. So what is a fishing enthusiast to do? I read recently of a person who fished â&#x20AC;&#x153;all the timeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sometimes on the water and sometimes in books.â&#x20AC;? I, too, have found that when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not actively on the water I like to be at least reading about it. Some say that there are more titles on fishing than any other topic. A quick scan of my bookshelves revealed more than 350 titles here at my home in Eldred, and I am certain that there is an equal number at least at my Florida getaway. I am not certain that any sane person needs to have 700 or more books on fishing, together with stacks of magazines and newsletters, but there are the essentials. By â&#x20AC;&#x153;essentialsâ&#x20AC;? I mean works that have stood the test of time and can truly be called classics. The movie â&#x20AC;&#x153;A River Runs Through Itâ&#x20AC;? certainly kindled an interest in fly-fishing, and as fine as that cinematic effort was, Norman Macleanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book â&#x20AC;&#x153;A River Runs Through Itâ&#x20AC;? is an absolute masterpiece. It starts simply, â&#x20AC;&#x153;In our family there was no clear line between religion and fly-fishingâ&#x20AC;Ś. Our father was a Presbyterian minister and a fly fisherman who tied his own flies and taught others.â&#x20AC;? The following 100 pages contain a wonderful family story, concluding with: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am haunted by waters.â&#x20AC;? The book is a gem. I have a hard time deciding whether Macleanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book or Hemingwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s novella â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Old Man and the Seaâ&#x20AC;? is my alltime favorite. It would be embarrassing

to tell you how many times I have read Hemingwayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book. Certainly it is a lot more manageable than Herman Melvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Moby Dickâ&#x20AC;? (which incidentally is not on the top of my 100 recommended readings). For the fly fisher, an essential book is Art Flickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;New Streamside Guide.â&#x20AC;? Flickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book is a classic, as he contends that most of the hatches on our waters can be fairly represented with nine fly patterns. Fishing humorist Ed Zern quipped, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oh goodâ&#x20AC;Ś I am currently carrying 300 flies in my vest. It is good to know that I will have everything covered if I carry 309â&#x20AC;?. If you are inclined to start a library on fishing, you can do no better than to go to the Catskill Fly Fishing Center near Roscoe on March 5, when they will be conducting their March Madness Book Sale. You will never find a better opportunity to start your fishing library. This year they will be selling over 540 fishing titles on topics ranging from casting and fishing techniques, to fly-tying, streamside insect guides, fishing knots, rod-making literature, conservation and more. The center is only open on Saturdays in the winter, so you may want to mark March 5 as a great time to pay it a visit. If you become a member, you will get a 10% discount on any book you may purchase, and that book will perhaps hold you over until Opening Day on April 1 in New York and April 1 on Pennsylvania waters. Tight lines! Tip: If you love to fish a dry fly, consider tying a nymph or emerger as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;dropperâ&#x20AC;? off the bend of your â&#x20AC;&#x153;point flyâ&#x20AC;? hook. The troutâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diet is 80% subsurface, so why not tie on a nice #14 to 18 hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvre for those hungry trout to consider.

SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 2/3 2/4 2/5 2/6 2/7 2/8 2/9

3.83 4.23 3.93 3.77 3.73 3.70 3.69

High water temperature Â°F 2/3 2/4 2/5 2/6 2/7 2/8 2/9

33.62 37.22 37.22 35.96 35.60 36.14 35.06

Actual and avg. precipitation NYC watershed

Reservoir levels February 9, 2016 Cannonsville: 84% Pepacton: 81.6% Neversink: 92% Total: 88.2% Normal Total: 87.6% Total in 2013: 78.6%

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Picture-perfect Poconos

RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

he joy of holding a sturdy, large-format hardcover book in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands is only eclipsed by having that book be filled with stunning full-color images of the much-loved Pennsylvania Pocono Mountains by photographer Michael Gadomski. The fact that Gadomski is a third-generation native of Wayne County with a keen knowledge of Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural treasures, following a 25-year-career as a state park ranger and naturalist, serves to sweeten the deal. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Poconos: Pennsylvaniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mountain Treasureâ&#x20AC;? is hot off the press, with Schiffer Publishing of Atglen, PA bringing us more of what Gadomski does bestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;capturing the immensely satisfying natural heritage of the state. In particular, this book focuses on Pike, Wayne, Monroe, Lackawanna, Carbon and Luzerne counties in its exploration of the Pocono Mountain region. The lush landscapes, gushing waterfalls and captivating close-ups of the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flora and fauna will have readers swooning. The book also includes images of cultural resources belonging to the public, like Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford, PA. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much to be learned, too, in the informative and detailed captions. Put

The 18-acre glacial Rock Hill Pond, classified as being of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Exceptional Significanceâ&#x20AC;? by the Pike County Natural Heritage Inventory, provides habitat for four plants of special concern. As one of the newest additions to the Delaware State Forest, the formerly private 486-acre Rock Hill Scout Camp, where the pond is located, is now open to the public. the coffee (or tea) on and dose yourself with our regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abundant riches. A freelance writer and photographer for 40 years, Gadomski has published

Interspecies impacts are acknowledged, such as the relationship between rising beaver populations and the habitat improvements that their pond-building activities create for wood ducks.

five other coffee-table books, including the recently released Pittsburgh: A Renaissance City. His photography has been published worldwide in magazines,

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