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Protest explodes at Berlin ordinance hearing By LINDA DROLLINGER

EACH LAKE, PA — Almost 200 Berlin Township residents crowded into the basement great room of the Beach Lake Community Center to attend a March 17 public hearing on three proposed ordinance changes. The first proposed change was to adopt language revision to the township’s existing Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO), as suggested by the Wayne County Planning Commission. When board of supervisors chair Paul Henry asked for public comment on that change as advertised, he received no response. That change was later passed in the board meeting that followed the hearing. The second proposed change was adoption of a signage ordinance, the first of its kind in the township. Again Henry called for public comment. The only response was one request that it be read aloud. When Henry told the crowd that it was 18 pages long, it was waved off as insignificant and adopted later that night at the board meeting. The third proposed change was adoption of a nuisance abatement ordinance (NAO) that would also be the first of its kind in the township, although a similar ordinance had been floated 12 years earlier and was eventually scrapped in the face of strong public opposition. If the language of the second NAO was not quite the same as that of the first, public response was the same, only this time more vehement. When Henry called for public comment on the NAO, he and fellow supervisors Cathy Hunt and Charlie Gries heard themselves called everything from “the three stooges” to “communists” to “politicians on the take” and worse. One angry accusation that the ordinance was “un-American” escalated into a vitriolic profanity-laced diatribe that ended only when the speaker was escorted out of the room still shouting obscenities. That was not the only instance of profane commentary, causing Henry to say, “Watch your language. There are ladies here.” Continued on page 5

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In most years, the ice is mostly gone by the first week of spring, but 2015 has been an unusual year in the Upper Delaware Valley and beyond.

Locally frigid, globally toasty

EGION — The global weather data for the month of February is in, and according to the National Climatic Data Center, February was an extraordinarily cold month in the northeast section of the United States. The region’s average temperature of 13.5° F was 12.7° F below normal. This made it the second-coldest February on record behind 1934, which had an average temperature of 12° F. All 35 Northeast airport climate sites ranked the month among their top 20 coldest Februarys, with 15 of those sites having their coldest February on record. Twentysix sites ranked this winter among their top 20 coldest winters. Globally, the temperature was an entirely different story. The combined average temperature over global land and ocean surfaces for February 2015 was the second

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highest for February in the 136-year period of record, at 1.48°F above the 20th century average of 53.9°F. The warmest February occurred in 1998, which was 1.55°F above average. Nine of the past 12 months have been either warmest or second-warmest on record for their respective months. Looking at the entire winter, which includes December through February, the temperatures in the Northeast, which includes New York and Pennsylvania, were below average. Globally, however, during the three-month period, the average temperature across global land and ocean surfaces was 1.42°F above the 20th century average. This was the highest for December–February in the 1880–2015 record, surpassing the previous record of 2007 by 0.05°F.

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Casey introduces FRAC Act By FRITZ MAYER

ASHINGTON, DC — Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey has introduced legislation that would increase environmental protections related to hydraulic fracturing or fracking. Called the Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals (FRAC) Act, the bill would repeal a provision in the 2005 Energy Act that exempted fracking from some provisions of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), and prevented U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from regulating fracturing or requiring a federal permit. The bill would also require drillers to disclose the chemicals that go into the ground during the hydraulic fracturing process. “Communities can benefit from job creation and economic development that comes with natural gas extraction, but we need to get this right. There is no reason that we should be forced to choose among adequate environmental protection, energy security and economic gain,” Casey said. “Pennsylvania has a long tradition of valuing the environment. Our Commonwealth’s commitment to environmental protection is ingrained in our state’s constitution. This is a commonsense approach that will aid communities and allow our state to continue to be a leader in energy sources.” Related bills have been introduced in the House by four Democrats who called the legislation the Frack Pack. One of the bills would remove the exemption from the SDWA. Another would address storm-water runoff within the gas and oil industries. A third would require testing of and reporting on the impacts of fracking on nearby water sources. “These commonsense initiatives represent an unprecedented, bipartisan push to level the playing field surrounding our policies on oil and gas development,” said Rep. Jared Polis. “Our nation’s economy continues to benefit from domestic energy production, and as the industry grows, these policies simply close loopholes and make extraction processes safer, bringing the industry in line with protections required by nearly every other mineral development sector.” The bills were announced on March 20, but if recent Senate activity is indication, there is not much appetite in Washington for allowing federal regulation of the drilling and fracking industries in the country. In January, as the Senate debated the bill that would have moved the Keystone Pipeline forward, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand proposed an amendment that would have removed the exemption of fracking from SDWA, and allowed for regulation of fracking by the EPA. The Senate overwhelmingly opposed the amendment, and voted 35 to 63 not to accept it, which leaves regulation of fracking in most cases up to the states. Fracking on federal land, however, now is coming under federal regulation, as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on March 20 issued new rules for companies that frack on federal lands and Indian Reservations, and those rules will cover about 11% of wells in operation in the country. The rules include one that says drilling companies must disclose the chemicals they use within 30 days of the completion of drilling a well, and in most cases companies will not be allowed to use open pits to contain fracking fluids. Two industry groups have called the rules unnecessary federal overreach and filed a lawsuit against the BLM.

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IN BRIEF

Sullivan AMBER Alert successful

Newfoundland man sentenced for killing wife HONESDALE, PA — A Newfoundland man has been sentenced to nine to 20 years in state prison for shooting and killing his wife. Bertrand Schroeder, 62, was also ordered to pay nearly $33,000 in restitution and a $300 fine. Bertrand had pleaded no contest to a count of voluntary manslaughter in January and also one count of cruelty to animals. Wayne County District Attorney Janine Edwards said Schroder shot his wife with a rifle in their home, in Dreher Township, on September 9, and the case was investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police. The incident took place after a day of drinking, and Schroeder’s wife Donna suffered a gunshot wound to the neck. Judge Raymond Hamill, who passed sentence, said the evidence in the case suggested that Schroeder intentionally shot his wife. For instance, he drove five miles to get help after the incident rather than using his cell phone, because the phone was nearly out of minutes. Also while investigating, officers found about 60 dogs in the house that were not in good condition, which sparked the animal cruelty charge.

Peifer, Major announce grants HARRISBURG, PA — The Pike County Historical Society and the Wayne County Historical Society have each been awarded a $4,000 grant by the state’s Cultural and Historical Grant Program. “It is because of the important efforts of the Pike County Historical Society that our children and grandchildren will be able to enjoy and learn about our county’s history, heritage and culture,” Rep. Mike Peifer said. “I thank them for all they do.” “This funding will go a long way in helping the Wayne County Historical Society continue its mission of preservation and education,” said Rep. Sandra Major. “I applaud the society on being awarded this important grant.” The Cultural and Historical Support Grant Program, run by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), is awarding nearly $2 million in grants to qualified museums and official county historical societies. The one-year grant program is distributing funds designated by the state legislature to support the preservation of Pennsylvania’s history. To be eligible, museums must be located in Pennsylvania and have annual operating budgets exceeding $100,000 and at least one full-time staff person.

MONTICELLO, NY — On March 17, a warrant was issued for Alfred Franklin Jr., 30, and Tina Esquilin, 27, by Sullivan County Family Court. The pair had missed a scheduled court appearance concerning four children that were in their custody. Esquilin is the mother of all four children; Franklin is the father of one child. A court order was then issued by Sullivan County Family Court removing custody of the children from the suspects due to a history of child neglect, violent behavior and substance abuse. On March 18, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office issued an AMBER Alert regarding the four children after it was discovered that they were taken from their home in Monticello. Information was developed that the two suspects may have been in route to North Carolina or Florida with the children. The next day, deputies began receiving numerous tips from the AMBER Alert system, and located the four children at a residence in the Town of Cochecton, which belonged to their great grandmother. Their ages are six months, two years, four years and five years old. At around the same time, sheriff’s deputies and the Monticello Police located the two suspects in Monticello, where they were taken into custody without incident. Sheriff Mike Schiff said, “The system worked incredibly well. We had quality, real-time information that helped us quickly close this case.”

NPS seeks public input BUSHKILL, PA — Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area wants your input so that park managers, partners and stakeholders can plan appropriately for the next century. The park is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and the National Park Service (NPS) is celebrating its Centennial in 2016. A series of public listening sessions and focus group meetings are scheduled to solicit input from the public about visitor use in the park. The NPS will host two public listening sessions to provide information on the Visitor Use Management Plan: on April 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Terraview Event Facility at Stroudsmoor Country Inn, 231 Stroudsmoor Rd., Stroudsburg, PA, and on April 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 707 U.S. Highway 46 East, Parsippany, NJ. Those who cannot attend the meetings in person can review recorded presentations and provide input online at www.parkplanning.nps. gov/dewa. MEMBER NYPA • MEMBER NNA

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Shohola Township considers zoning changes By VERA MORET

HOHOLA, PA — Shohola Township officials opened up a conversation with residents regarding potential changes to the existing township zoning map in order to promote growth to the area. Supervisor George Fluhr opened the discussion at the regular March 12 township meeting. Township leaders believe that controlled commercial growth would benefit the region greatly by providing jobs to residents and tax dollars to the area. Fluhr emphasized that many hours and much consideration was devoted to the matter. Since nearly half of the township is comprised of state game lands, areas of growth are limited. The terrain also provides challenges, and zoning officer Aaron Robinson estimated that out of the approximately 400 acres that have been submitted for approval for re-zoning, only about 50 acres might be buildable. Topography, roads and existing subdivisions all provided

limitations in redrawing the map. Areas that officials recommend for redistricting generally already have existing commercial properties nearby. They include acreage in Shohola Township, along Route 434, Route 6 and the junction of Little Walker and Kuhn roads. Examples of the types of businesses that would be assets to the community, Robinson said, would be physicians’ offices, light industrial complexes and nursing homes. As the situation stands now, business owners who have expressed interest in moving to the township have been deterred by either lack of appropriate, available properties or by the length of time and effort that is currently necessary for approval to build. Robinson said it can take up to nine months to work through the process at this time, due to the high level of scrutiny given to development in the area. Local realtor Davis Chant was among those who provided public comment. He said the occupancy rate of the newer commercial complexes in Orange County, NY is

Wayne decides lesser time is still a long time

Letter slams former supervisor Mamakating mine violates zoning

By DAVID HULSE

ONESDALE, PA — After recognizing the county’s most senior employees last month, the Wayne County Commissioners decided that a lot of other senior employees also deserved recognition. On March 19, they began a new recognition program, as a domestic relations supervisor Susan Ackley became the first of Wayne’s 20-year employees to be honored for their longevity. Ackley’s office enforces child and medical support for Wayne’s children. Commissioners Chair Brian Smith thanked Ackley for her “exemplary service,” for children in need. “If government work was eligible for sainthood, 20 years should be a qualifier,” Commissioner Jonathan Fritz said. Commissioner Wendell Kay, who is an attorney, said his court experiences, collecting and working with the office gave him a “different take.” “Those times are often not the best days for your clients. You’re always pleasant, and I’ve always gotten all the enforcement needed, and it’s been professional throughout,” he said. Chief Clerk Vicky Botjer said five- and 10-year employees will also be recognized, and will receive cards in the mail upon those anniversaries. In other business, the commissioners: approved a permission form allowing Tennessee Gas Pipeline to survey a portion of county property, formerly known

over 95%, and Pike County stands to attract yet more businesses due to Pennsylvania’s lower tax rate. No changes will take place without formal board approval, and officials will continue to solicit the residents’ input into these decisions. The next board of supervisors general meeting will be held on April 9 at 7:30 p.m. The planning commission will meet on April 16, also at 7:30. Anyone can call or drop by the township building during regular business hours as well. In other business, the Shohola Park and Recreation Committee mailed out its annual flyer of events to residents. Enclosed was an envelope for anyone who would like to make a donation of any amount to support all the free, public events held in the park throughout the year. Prior to the opening of the meeting, Fluhr led a moment of silence in honor of Anna Rohman, a longtime local resident who donated the property on which the park is located. Rohman passed away on March 3 at the age of 94.

By FRITZ MAYER

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Twenty-year Wayne County employee, domestic relations supervisor Susan Ackley, seated center, was honored by the county commissioners on March 19. Also pictured seated are office colleagues Kate Scheer, intake supervisor, left, and enforcement supervisor Kay Marks. Both are 16-year veterans. Commissioners Wendell Kay, left, Brian Smith and Jonathan Fritz are also pictured. as the Poor Farm, in Berlin Township; recognized the appointments of three new deputy tax collectors including Deborah Gromlich for Sterling Township, William Tuman Jr. for Honesdale Borough and Matthew Coar for Cherry Ridge Township; promoted Rozalyn Burke from a Children and Youth caseworker II to program specialist I, salaried at $40,970.48; appointed Emma Lamberton of Waymart and Shannon Joyal of Damascus as Children and Youth caseworkers I, salaried at $31,457.02; appointed Kelly White of Clinton Township and Corrine Scholl of Cherry Ridge as dispatcher/clerk typists 2, salaried at $19,359.68.

LOOMINGBERG, NY — A letter from a law firm to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) accuses the former supervisor of the Town of Mamakating and a property owner in the town of violating zoning law in the establishment and operation of a sand and gravel mine. According to the letter sent from the office of Jacobowitz and Gubits, the mining operation began in 2003 or 2004 on a property on Winterton Road, south of Bloomingberg. The letter says that after the mining operation began, the owner, “Philip Reinhardt, in conjunction with Duane B. Roe Jr. [the former supervisor], applied to the DEC for a permit under the New York State Mined Land Reclamation Law.” The problem is that the property is located in a neighborhood residential district, where mining is prohibited. To get around that, the owners requested an interpretation of the zoning law saying that the owner would be allowed to remove sand and gravel from the property for the purpose of creating a barn and expanding the tillable land. But instead of going to the zoning board of appeals for the interpretation, which is required by law, the owner went to the town board, which passed a resolution allowing ““excavation in aid of agricultural activities.” In New York State, town boards do not have the authority to interpret zoning

codes. Town boards do have the ability to change zoning codes through the adoption of a local law, but that was not done in this case. In any case, because of the resolution from the town board, DEC issued a permit to allow mining. But the letter from attorney John C. Cappello says, “There is no evidence that the property has been used for farming activities,” and further, the letter says that the applicants later applied for a 27- and later a 17-lot subdivision. In December 2014, the applicant applied to the DEC to expand the mine, saying the extraction activity would be to remove sand and gravel to allow for the establishment of the 17-lot subdivision. But the subdivision approval was granted in 2010, and expired 180 days later and an extension was never applied for. Further, there is a moratorium on most subdivisions in the town. Cappello asks the DEC to postpone a decision on the mining permit until the DEC has time to review the various claims raised by the town planning board. Roe is a developer who was a key representative for developer Shalom Lamm, who is in the process of building the controversial 400-unit development in the Village of Bloomingberg. In 2006 Roe told village officials the development would be for 125 “upscale” homes in a gatedcommunity, not 400 townhouses. Roe and Lamm parted company in 2010, and Lamm sued Roe for $10 million.

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Letter alleges DFS abuse Parker gone, fraud team renewed

By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — In explaining her opposition to the continuation of the Fraud Investigative Team (FIT), Sullivan County Legislator Kathy LaBuda read a letter allegedly written by a Sullivan County resident who had an unpleasant experience with a “investigator” in connection with receiving or applying for benefits from the Department of Family Services (DFS). LaBuda read, “On another occasion I was asked very sensitive questions as to details about my personal hygiene products and who purchased them… I must share that I was alarmed and very uncomfortable with this man who asked me to share detailed information about personal feminine hygiene. Please note that he and I were the only ones in the room.” Joe Todora, the acting commissioner of DFS, who took over from Randy Parker when the latter was placed on administrative leave and fired shortly after the meeting at the government center on March 19, explained that there are two sets of investigators that an applicant might interact with. The first is an investigator who is part of the Special Investigative Unit (SIU) that is part of the “frontend detection” operation in DFS. Those investigators review applications to help determine if an applicant is eligible for

benefits. If that investigator believes there is intentional fraud connected to the application, the case is turned over to an investigator who is a member of FIT, and who operates under the purview of the county district attorney. District Attorney Jim Farrell took to the podium to explain how his investigators operate. He said, “When my investigators interrogate or interview a suspect, it’s done in a room with a recording, both video and audio. That’s one of my rules, in place since September 2010. In fact, we spent forfeiture money to outfit the New York State Police facility in Liberty where these interviews take place. So if a person was interviewed by one of my investigators and disrespected the way that Ms. LaBuda raised to this body, that would be memorialized in a recording. There is no such recording because none of my investigators did what was alleged.” Parker was in charge of DFS in November when the letter was sent to Legislator Cora Edwards. There was no discussion about whether Parker had looked into the matter, although Todora said that all of the examiners involved with DFS will be retrained. Another quote from the letter read by LaBuda said, “It is heartbreaking sitting in the waiting room of DSS [which stands for Department of Social Services and is used interchangeably with DFS] witnessing people in crisis and in need, to be rou-

tinely disrespected into tears, frustration and anger.” Conversations have arisen on social media in recent months questioning whether DFS has become so focused on eliminating fraud, waste and abuse that people who legitimately qualify for services are being denied. In supporting the continuation of FIT, Farrell said, “I want to ensure that the monies that are marked for the needy actually go to people who are needy, and that people who are not, and who do not qualify for those benefits and who misrepresent, lie, attempt to steal those benefits, are held accountable and responsible.” In opposing the continuation of FIT, LaBuda said she had received many calls and letters from constituents in the county “who have been treated with disrespect and humiliation.” On the other side of the issue, Legislator Cindy Geiger, who is chair of the Health and Family Services Committee, said, “I have also received many calls from constituents and they are proud of the fraud team, because what it is doing is preserving Medicaid money for the needy.” LaBuda also said that county has been warned of “liability” due to the behavior of people connected to DFS. Legislator Kitty Vetter said at one point, “I understand that part of the issue has to do with some lawsuits that might be

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Sullivan County District Attorney Jim Farrell speaks to the county legislature in support of the Fraud Investigative Team. pending, but we as a county have had many lawsuits against us in many different departments, and I don’t think the one has any bearing on whether we continue to operate” necessary programs. Ultimately, legislators voted eight to one to approve a resolution that authorized the county manager to enter into an agreement with DFS and Farrell’s office to extend FIT for two years.

DV wraps up construction paperwork By DAVID HULSE

INGMAN, PA — With a groundbreaking scheduled for this Friday, the Delaware Valley School District Board of Education on Thursday finished up approvals of the state’s paperwork for the long delayed Delaware Valley Elementary School project. After years of controversy, the board approved project bids without discussion on March 19, some 10 years and two properties after DV took it on. In an effort to replace the district’s oldest building, the school district in 2005 began negotiations to buy 118 acres of the Santos farm outside Milford. Before land prices plunged in the subsequent recession, they agreed on a $7 million purchase the following year. But a Native American burial ground was found to exist on the property, and the project came to a halt. Pike County acquired most of property

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Delaware Valley’s winter sports were highlighted on March 19. District Superintendent John Bell is pictured with girls swimming and diving team coach Victoria Zielazny, who is retiring after completing 20 years service at DV. She was there to present members of the team, which won its second consecutive and third overall, district championship this season. Boys swimming and diving coach Joe Kusner presented his district championship team, their third overall, and wrestling coach Lou DeLauro introduced his team, which won its fourth district championship this season. Zielazny is one 15 senior faculty members announcing their retirements this year.

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Zachary Pearce was a 21-year-old senior at Bloomsburg University when he won an election to become the Delaware Valley Board of Education’s youngest-ever member in 2011. Last Thursday Pearce, now the board’s president, announced that he is “pursuing other callings of an extremely personal matter,” and will not seek re-election this fall.

in 2009 for open space preservation. The school district moved its interest north along Route 6/209 in 2011, with the $1.75 million purchase of a new 40-acre site, from Joseph Biondo and CBH Holdings. But, as planning went forward, the site’s proximity to a natural gas transmission line created safety concerns, controversy and enough opposition to force its abandonment. Ironically, last Thursday’s agenda also included a resolution to extend Chant Realty’s sale listing of the site, which has become known as “the Biondo property.” Last fall, the district acquired vacant property adjoining the Airport Park in Matamoras, which became the final school site. Plans drawn for the Biondo site were adapted to the Matamoras site and currently the $30 million project is expected to be completed for the opening of the 2015-16 school year.

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BERLIN Continued from page 1

Not all of the language was offensive, however, and not all of the speakers so angry. Identifying herself as an attorney and resident of Catholic Church Road, Aressa Campbell took legalistic exception to much of the ordinance’s vague wording as well as some of its terms, which she said were not standard legal practice. She cited the 10-day notice provision as being both insufficient and impractical and noted that the ordinance made no provision for formal appeal of a complaint. She also said that, by the criteria outlined in the ordinance, almost every home in Berlin Township could be considered a nuisance property in at least one regard. Henry thanked Campbell for her input, told her that she had given them more information in five minutes than the township solicitor had provided in two months, and invited her to share further legalistic review of the ordinance with the board. If anyone at the hearing favored adoption of the ordinance with its current wording, they remained silent. Henry called a halt to the commentary after 40 minutes. Saying that it was obvious that a majority of township residents were opposed to the ordinance as it now stands, he tabled a vote on its adoption, pending legal address of concerns voiced. After Henry’s announcement, Hunt and Gries made formal statements, each saying that they could not, in good conscience, vote to adopt the ordinance as written. In measured tones, Hunt also said that there is a valid need for an ordinance that addresses public health issues, such as vermin infestation, pools of stagnant water, and obvious fire hazards emanating from private property. Two great ironies became apparent at the hearing: lifelong residents convinced that newcomers from the city would register complaints about their rustic-looking properties discovered that the newcomers came there expressly to escape that kind of scrutiny; and an ordinance that everyone feared would pit neighbor against neighbor did just the opposite, unifying a diverse community in its determination to block an unpopular law.

Volunteers, veterans and ticks in Pike By DAVID HULSE

ILFORD, PA — With declining numbers of volunteers, Pike County has decided to engage professional marketers to get new ones and keep the ones now staffing its fire departments and ambulance squads. The commissioners have approved a $38,000 contract for a Florida, NY specialty marketing plan, and on March 18, Steve Powell of Canned Fire outlined it. Powell provided statistics. Ninety-six percent of Pennsylvania’s firefighters are volunteers, and since 1990 their numbers have declined by 74%. “The math is not good,” he said. “Everybody in the house is working now… nobody has time to volunteer and train,” he said. Adding to that, he said existing volunteers often feel “unappreciated and uncared for.” The remedy for that is multi-layered, he said, referring to his recent efforts in Rockland County, NY, where he instituted his “We are the ones” campaign. Instead of homemade help-wanted signs outside firehouses, Powell created slick, colorful hand-bill folders, posters, billboards, and videos, TV and radio spots, press releases and a training manual for fire departments. He used professionally done photos of real local firefighters. He recruited local businesses to offer bargains for volunteer firefighters. “An ice-cream store offered a free scoop for

firefighters. The owner found his business increased because firefighters are very loyal. There was a 145% increase in businesses that worked with us,” he said. He distributed T-shirts with the slogan, “We are the ones” “The campaign builds pride and sense of belonging and camaraderie. The Tshirts make it all worthwhile,” he said. Commissioners Chair Rich Caridi said, “It’s a fact. The volunteers are less and the calls are more. Eventually you’ll dial 911 and no one will respond.” Before deciding on the idea, Caridi said Powell’s plans were shown to some 70 municipal leaders and “everybody was positive.” The two-hour meeting of the Pike County Commissioners on March 18 was largely devoted to county and community project presentations. Mikki Weiss spoke passionately about the need for public education and better medical treatment for Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases. Weiss said she has been working with a community task force, which has recently joined forces with the commissioners and the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) to create STEP, (Sustainable Tick-borne Diseases Education Program). Beyond media and outreach educational efforts STEP will also include TBD (tick borne disease) Support Network, which will serve those currently suffering tick borne diseases in Pike, Sussex and Orange counties.

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Marketer Steve Powell of Canned Fire last Wednesday introduced “We are the ones,” a new firefighter recruitment and retention program which Pike has contracted with professional marketers to implement to increase the county’s falling number of emergency services volunteers. The commissioners heard from Kevin Cope of Hope for Veterans, which is a federal, Veterans Administration-grantfunded program now available in Pike to assist homeless veterans and their families. More information is available at hopeforveterans.com or by calling their referral hotline at 855/483-8466. Tim Knapp and Jordan Wisniewski reported on the growing number of programs available at the county’s emergency training center in Blooming Grove. Pike Area on Aging Director Robin LoDolce delivered a “wish list” for the county’s food pantries, which are seeing a continuing high level of patronage from Pike’s unemployed and underemployed residents. Pike County Library Executive Director Rose Chiocchi reported 2,300 new members in her “state of the library” report.

Forestry chief to address UDC banquet By DAVID HULSE

EACH LAKE, PA — Pennsylvania’s new chief forester will deliver the keynote address on April 26 as the Upper Delaware Council (UDC) renews its annual recognition of those who have enhanced the quality of life or protected the resources of the river valley at the council’s 27th annual banquet and awards TRR photo by David ceremony. Hulse Daniel A. Devlin, director of the Pennsylvania BuDaniel Devlin reau of Forestry, will speak at the Central House Fam-

ily Resort, 81 Milanville Rd., at 5 p.m. prior to the awards presentation. Devlin has oversight responsibility for the management of 2.2 million acres of state forest lands; forest fire management across the Commonwealth; forest insect and disease control and management; conservation of Pennsylvania’s native wild plants including the PA Natural Diversity Inventory; and promoting the conservation of all Pennsylvania’s forest land, both public and private. See page 9 for list of awards and honorees.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A language is not a belief

ecently, Pine Bush High School sparked controversy after the Pledge of Allegiance was recited in Arabic at a school assembly during National Foreign Language Week. Students quickly became divided as they posted angry Tweets about the incident. When the news broke, it sparked further furor. Chief among the criticisms seems to be that the reading is conceived as an insidious piece of Muslim propaganda. Amidst the storm, the school issued an apology. The high school was celebrating National Foreign Language Week and was reading the morning announcements in different languages throughout the week. The student body president Andrew Zink is the one who allowed another student to read the Pledge in Arabic. Afterward, he received criticism, and the administration banned him from reading announcements for the rest of the year. The rest of National Foreign Language Week has been canceled. The girl who read the Pledge is reportedly Muslim and faced bullying after the incident. Now, the student body and community members are divided over the issue, and opinions seem to be divided almost 50/50. Zink is quoted in the New York Daily News as saying, “The point of reading it in another language is that it doesn’t matter what language you speak. America is defined by what you believe, not what you speak or how you look.” Let’s get something straight: reciting the pledge in a language other than English is not promoting an ideology. A language is not a belief. A language is not a religion. It is, very simply, a language. And one of the things that has made this country great is that people of many different cultures have come here, contributing to our society with their traditions, including their languages. Nor is there anything intrinsically wrong with Arabic. It is a language spoken by many countries around the world. People who speak Arabic come from many backgrounds, religions and beliefs, just as people who speak English come from many backgrounds, religions

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and beliefs. A language is not inherently evil. Yes, the argument could be made that it was not particularly good timing, but this does not mean that all people who speak Arabic are terrorists. The apology that the school issued stated, in part, “To honor National Foreign Language Week and in an effort to celebrate the many races, cultures and religions that make up this great country and our school district, the foreign language department planned to read the Pledge of Allegiance and morning announcements in different languages this week. The intention was to promote the fact that those who speak a language other than English still pledge to salute this great country.” The school’s thinking was exactly right. No matter what language it is said in, the Pledge is still saluting and honoring America. Conversely, reciting it in a language other than English is not dishonoring America. We should be proud that we as Americans have the freedom to speak another language. The Pledge says “liberty and justice for all.” This means all people and all languages they speak. The United States has always been a melting pot of cultures, and we are all immigrants and should be accepting of people who want to live here. To be sure, it can be argued that it is essential for the people of a nation to share one language, and in this country, common sense dictates that the language should be English. But that is far from the same as demonizing other languages, or saying that they should not be spoken as well, or arguing that there are certain words, like the Pledge of Allegiance, that should never be said in those languages. It has also been reported that the district superintendent, Joan Carbone, said the Department of Education says the Pledge should be read in English. Our own research found no such precedent. According to Wikipedia, “The Pledge of Allegiance was written in August 1892 by Francis Bellamy, who was a Baptist minister and a Christian socialist…. The original Pledge of Allegiance was published in the September 8 issue of the popular children’s magazine The Youth’s Companion…. The event was conceived and promoted by James B. Upham, a marketer for the magazine, as a campaign to instill the idea of American nationalism in students and sell flags to public schools.” The idea that the school had to apologize for this is absurd, and even more absurd is the vitriol spewed by people commenting on the story saying that the school is promoting a Muslim extremist agenda and the hate shown toward people who speak Arabic. Americans need to keep an open mind and not jump to conclusions about anything that is different from their own way of thinking, and speaking.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “E pluribus unum” (“Out of many, one”) — Motto on the Great Seal of the United States of America Year of the Long Ball

Stand up publicly In my mailbox I recently found the third in a series of slick political flyers entitled “Highland Highlights,” which purports to be “news for the 99%”—whomever they are. The flyer bears the masthead “Taxpayers United For Fairness,” which is abbreviated as “T.U.F.F.” They advertise their mission as “providing a local alternative voice for the majority of the citizens of Highland.” The flyer was filled with critical invective directed primarily at Supervisor Andy Boyer, with glancing shots taken at Zoning Board of Appeals Chair Larry Fishman and returning assessor Lori King. What first interested me was trying to figure out who the so-called united taxpayers are, since the people or person who composed and circulated the flyer has not identified himself. As I read on, a significant component jumped out at me. These self-proclaimed united taxpayers uniformly attributed quotes and statements to anonymous sources. For example: there are two quotes from a “community member,” a quote from “another resident,” another from “one taxpayer,” and attributions to “a group of local businessmen and residents.” We also learn of complaints from “one audience member” and of the investigation by “this reporter,” who remains nameless. The only attributed quote comes from Charles “Chuck” Petersheim, who congratulates himself for “going solar.” Well neighbors, it seems that the corrosive tactics emblematic of 21st century national politics have leeched into our community. The message is clear: a well-financed, anonymous and negative campaign by one or more people or groups with their own hidden agenda has taken root in Highland. It is my guess that “you ain’t seen nothin’ yet.” I maintain that a participatory democracy depends upon an open and fair debate among those willing to stand up and be heard by the community, not by those hiding behind anonymous sources. T.U.F.F. obviously has a point of view, and is likely prepping for this coming November’s election. I urge the anonymous “united taxpayers” to have the courage to come out of the shadows and defend your position in the light of day. Should you wish to be taken seriously, you must stand up publicly and engage in the debate so we all may learn whether your proposals can withstand constituent scrutiny. Let the debate begin. Donald Derfner Yulan, NY

Kudos to Eileen Hennessy I would like to thank Eileen Hennessy, the writer of the “Lake Huntington News” column in your paper. With all that is going on in her life, she still manages to write a very interesting and informative column. She keeps everyone informed on the happenings in the area; how often we would likely forget an event if it were not mentioned in Eileen’s column. Not only does she remind us, Continued on page 7

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MY VIEW

VIEWS FROM THE TRAIN

By Michael McCormack

By Tom Caska

A war we can’t afford to lose

am the constable of Mount Pleasant Township in Northern Wayne County, and have been a professional EMS provider for over 38 years, including work in New York City. At one time I was an instructor for programs geared to allow EMTs, police and firemen the ability to administer drugs to emergency patients with certain illnesses. Pilot programs were done to see if we could render treatment prior to the arrival of paramedics. After successful clinical trials, this is now done all over the country. Thousands of lives have been saved because of early intervention. The newest program to be introduced involves the drug Narcan (naloxone). There is no documentation that anyone has died directly from Narcan. The program is already widely used throughout our country, filling the gap before paramedics can arrive in cases where they have far to travel and patients would never survive the trip to the hospital without early intervention. Wayne County District Attorney Janine Edwards is trying to save lives here as she combats what can only be looked upon as a heroin epidemic in Wayne County. Unfortunately, our little slice of heaven on earth has been infested by vermin whose only concern is making money and killing our children. Edwards is, among other things, trying to prevent more work for Coroner Edward Howell. I am sure he would agree with me that the district attorney’s plan is sound and just. I am appalled and outraged that it was not passed unanimously by the Honesdale Borough Council. They have the audacity to say that a drug that been in use since the 1960s needs further study. You’ve got to be kidding me. There is no lethal dose. Millions of doses have been administered to reverse opioid overdoses. Millions of OD victims owe their lives to Narcan and those who administered it. It has no street value whatsoever. In my 38 years, I never heard of someone on the street looking to score some Narcan.

Narcan (naloxone) is a controlled substance listed under the FDA guidelines. However, it is a narcotic antagonist where it immediately counteracts a heroin or narcotic (opioid) overdose. Those addicted to opioid pain killers or heroin almost all present with the same life threatening symptoms: cerebral anoxia (respiratory depression) and CNS (central nervous system) depression, where organ systems slow down and can’t support life. The victim goes into shock and subsequently dies without immediate intervention. There are side effects. All are symptoms of withdrawal from addiction. All are far better than death. A trip to the emergency room for treatment is far better than a trip to the morgue. One minute you are overdosed and at death’s door, then in 60 seconds or less, the heroin or opiates have been blocked and you are plucked from death’s door. The Narcan OD kit comes with two syringes that can be given within five minutes of each other. Since the kits issued to BLS [Basic Life Support] responders and police contain only two doses of two milligrams each, they can never exceed extremely safe limits of dosage. I believe that the borough police simply want immunity from liability. The bottom line is: you can’t kill someone twice. If an OD victim is dying, Narcan will never ever be the cause of death on a death certificate. I am glad Chief Southerton of the Honesdale Borough Police Department is concerned to protect his department and officers. Since his taking the helm of HPD, I have seen nothing but great improvements throughout the department. Having DA Edwards and Chief Southerton both concerned about the heroin epidemic, I believe it is the beginning of putting together a winning team going against an adversary in a war we can’t afford to lose. [Michael McCormack is a constable in Mount Pleasant Township, PA. He has worked in both public and private EMS and emergency management.]

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but there’s not one charitable organization that she does not in some manner participate. How lucky we are to have such a great gal in our town. Also, kudos to Eileen’s brother Teddy and the members of the Knights of Columbus for putting on a great St. Patrick’s Day dinner on Saturday, March 14. Everything was great including the music. Unfortunately the inclement weather kept some people away. Eileen, our thoughts and prayers are with you and Tommy. Dottie Schlegel and all your friends Town of Cochecton, NY [Editor’s note: Eileen’s husband, Tommy, mentioned in this letter, passed away on Sunday, March 22. See tribute on page 9.]

Trade pact undermines U.S. sovereignty Buying local and U.S. products helps our farmers, our workers, and transport costs. How would you like being told that buying local is no longer a choice? We enjoy laws in this country that protect the quality of our food, water and air. How would you like being told that our laws are no longer in effect because they are getting in the way of expected future profits of a foreign corporation? We are close to these realities. The Trans Pacific Partnership treaty (TPP) is being negotiated mostly in secret among about 40 countries around the world, with intimate involvement by about 600 corporate leaders. This treaty

would allow corporations to challenge domestic laws that could adversely affect said corporation’s “expected future profits,” before international tribunals. The tribunal could require compensation to corporations by that country’s taxpayers. Under TPP, foreign corporations must have equal access to compete for federal government contracts, eviscerating the “buy local” or “buy American” movement. This could include companies with terrible human rights records. Pharmaceutical companies are working to ensure that the TPP includes extensions of patents for prescription drugs, resulting in maintaining artificially high drug prices. This would reduce accessibility to lower-cost drugs for millions of people around the world. The White House is asking Congress for “fast-track authority” to sign this treaty without amendment ability by Congress. Because TPP is designed to protect the interests of the largest multi-national corporations at the expense of workers, consumers, the environment and the sovereignty of participating nations, we must not let this be decided by fast-track authority. For more information, visit www.citizen.org/TPP. Please call your members of Congress now to tell them you are against TPP and fast-track authority, circumventing the power of Congress to debate or amend the treaty. The switchboard number is 202/224-3121. Katharine Dodge Lake Ariel PA

Dancing snow devils

ausing as I step out of the front door, looking up through the barren trees, the cerulean blue of the morning sky peeks at me. The word “cerulean” is derived from the Latin caelum, meaning heaven. Upon crisp mornings like this, it is heaven I am viewing for sure. The long, harsh winter is slowly losing its grip on us. Patches of the promise of spring can be seen through the snow as the earth awakens from its slumber. There is no doubt that the spring in my morning step these days is due to the earlier dawning of the morning light. Soon the yellow of the forsythias will pop from the gray of its winter bark, further adding delight to the ride to the city. The large meadows at the bottom of the hill I drive down every day as I approach the intersection with Knights Road are a haven for deer most of the year. It is wise to slow down here, which has become my custom. Being covered with snow, as these fields still are, deer are a rare sight this time of year. What does appear gives me cause to pull over to watch an event that only now is visible in the morning light. The whipping westward wind sweeps over the nearby foothills sailing over the open meadows unabated till the distant embankment abruptly turns the gusts around. The forces of nature are creating an amazing ballet of whirlwinds rising from the snow. These snow devils dance on stage right before my eyes. Their conical appendages rise 20 feet into the air, pirouetting on a cloud of white so fine the rising sun sparkles off each immaculate flake. Twin ballerinas bow and nod to each other, bending to-and-fro, disappearing only to reappear again at opposite ends of the stage. A rare third devil appears, obviously the foil in this drama, as the twins whisk away not to appear again. The rising sun has calmed the winds for now. The snow devil spectacle ceases as quickly as it started. This audience of one sits bewildered, stunned, waiting for an encore, but there will be no encore this day. The dancers are in their dressing rooms, the frost lies silently still once more. The applause is for my own satisfaction. Realizing this impromptu performance is a whim of nature, I sit hoping for it to rise up once again, and in doing so have missed my second train of the morning. Slowly pulling back onto CR 31, while spying through my rear view mirrors, teasing myself that I may miss something, I am on my way again. Mother Nature is truly amazing in all she has to offer, if only we take the time to slow down and open our eyes. Meandering through Hawk’s Nest, I am smiling to myself at how lucky I was to have this experience. I can imagine that during the dark days of winter this performance must play out on a regular basis, only to be seen by the stars in the heavens above. As much as I look forward to the snow leaving, I hope to catch another morning light performance during the early days of spring. This fickle time of year, a snow storm can fray the nerves, but I will be hoping to catch the snow devils dancing.

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DEATH NOTICES

Linda Irene Ferber

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Herman A. Neugebauer Herman A. Neugebauer of Beach Lake, PA passed away peacefully in his home on March 20, 2015. He was 79. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 24 at Hesslings Funeral Home. Interment will be held at a later date at St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Cemetery. Donations can be made to Dessin Animal Shelter, 138 Miller Drive, Honesdale, PA 18431 or at www.dessinshelter.com.

Frederick R. Schweighofer Frederick R. Schweighofer of Honesdale, PA died Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at Ellen Memorial Health Care Center, Honesdale. He was 68. Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 21, 2015 in the Arthur A. Bryant Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will take place in the spring at the Girdland Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to a donorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite charity.

She is survived by her four children, Daniel Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien of Cochecton, NY, Colleen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Williams and her husband TC of Killeen, TX, Jessica Ann Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien of Lawton, OK, and Shawna Smith and her husband V. Smith of Hinesville, GA; three grandchildren, Lorenzo Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien, Aliza Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien and Gabriella Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien; two sisters, Linda McCarthy of Cochecton Center, NY and Patti Keesler of Cochecton Center, NY; one brother, Charles Keesler of Cochecton, NY; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Randi is predeceased by a sister, Susan Keesler. Friends are invited to call on Saturday, March 28, 2015 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Rasmussen Funeral Home, 90 Main St., Narrowsburg, NY. Christian burial will be done at the convenience of the family at Tyler Town Cemetery, Tyler Town, NY (Cochecton Center, NY). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charities of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choice.

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faithful donor supporters. All Wayne County residents are eligible who will graduate from either public or private schools in or outside Wayne County. Students can apply online at the Wayne County Community Foundation website (www.waynefoundation.org) or pick up an application from their school guidance office. Applications are due on Wednesday, April 1.

Farm bureau spring dinner WAYNE AND PIKE COUNTIES, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Vice President Chris Hoffman will be the featured speaker at the Wayne/Pike Farm Bureau Spring Dinner. Hoffman owns Lazy Hog Farms in Juniata County, where he manages several hog barns and raises 47,000 chickens. One of the highlights of the evening will be the awarding of scholarships to qualifying high school

seniors. The funds are provided by local businesses that purchase advertising in Wayne/Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ad booklet. The dinner will be held on April 11 at the Park Street Complex, 648 Park St., Honesdale, at 7 p.m. The cost of the meal, provided by The Red Schoolhouse, is $15. Reservations must be made by April 3 by calling at 570/937-4162 or 570/729-7190.

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Linda Irene Ferber, a retired dairy farmer and homemaker, died Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at home in the Beechwoods, Callicoon, NY. She was 73. The funeral service was held on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at Stewart-Murphy Funeral Home, 34 Upper Main Street, Callicoon.

RANDI J. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;BRIEN Randi J. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien of Cochecton, NY, a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2015. Randi had been valiantly battling Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for several years, and she died surrounded by her loving family on the family farm. The daughter of late William and Laura Virginia Moller Keesler, she was born March 15, 1953 in Callicoon, NY. She was 62 years old. She was the widow of Richard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Bâ&#x20AC;? Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien and they were married for 35 years. She operated Trilogy Perennials Greenhouses on Brook Road in Cochecton. Her happy moments were gardening. These times in the greenhouse were joyful. She put her heart and soul into the beautiful plants and flowers. A family statement reads: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Randi was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, wife, sister and aunt. She was a kind woman with a gentle spirit. She will truly be missed.â&#x20AC;?

JOHN W. MOSER SR. John W. Moser, Sr. passed away peacefully on March 22, 2015, in Medford Care Center, Medford, NJ at the age of 93. John was born on May 13, 1921, in Bethlehem, PA. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII, serving in various areas, including the Aleutian Islands, Alaska. He lived in Milanville, PA for many years and later in Inverness, FL for 26 years. Before retiring, he worked as a laborer in the Sullivan, NY area as a member of the Laborersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; International Union of North America. He spent the last year of his life living with his daughter and son-in-law in Marlton, NJ. He was predeceased by his fi rst wife Lee Reuger on July 21, 1955 and his second wife, Anna Zingg-Weber on March 10, 2009, stepson Rudolph Weber and stepdaughter Hermine Legari. He is survived by his daughter Patricia Moser LeRoy and husband Dennis Ventura, son John W. Moser Jr. and wife Donna, grandchildren Jeff Moser and Kelly Moser. He is also survived by his stepdaughter Anna Weber Dyckman and many other grandchildren and great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name to Medford Care Center or Wounded Warrior Project.

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By Eileen Hennessy

Thomas Joseph Edward Hennessy Jr., a proud Vietnam veteran

homas Joseph Edflowing. It was such a fun ward Hennessy Jr. wedding, just short of 25 was born July 12, years ago. 1948 in Brooklyn, NY. He In 1997, Tommy and Eileen moved to Bellerose in 1958 moved to Cochecton, NY, with his parents Thomas where they were going to live Sr. and Dorothy and his and grow old together. They brothers and his sister Einever had kids. They were leen, whom he loved and blessed with lots of nieces adored, and his Nana Florand nephews, and many ence, whom he loved more cousins. They had their than words can say. Tommy friends’ kids to spoil as well. Contributed photo would come into the house Tommy was a lifetime Tommy and Eileen Hennessy and say, “Yo, Harry,” and member of the VFW in Nana would answer, “Yeah, Schwartz.” Bellerose. He belonged to Disabled Those nicknames they had for each other American Veterans. expressed a very special love. He was a fighter, and was going to beat In 1967, at the age of 19, Tommy enlistthe throat cancer with which he was died in the United States Army 101st Airagnosed in late 2014. Two days before he borne Division. Tommy used to tell the died, Tommy and the two Eileens, his story about the day, his sister’s birthday, wife and sister, along with his niece MarApril 27, he “zigged when he should have garet, were given the good news that a zagged,” stepping on a landmine. His parCT scan showed that all cancer was gone. ents received a telegram that he was missBut the radiation side effects of a blood ing in action, and then a few days later, on infection, a skin infection, and inability their wedding anniversary, they received to swallow did him in. He was not able to another telegram that he had been locateat and lost over 60 pounds. He aspirated ed and had been wounded in action. His in his sleep, yet another battle that he right knee was blown out and his leg was fought. When the angels came to take him fused with a hunk of metal—hence his home to heaven, they took a kind, loving, limp. Tommy would say that he had not sweet person. had a day without pain since he was 19. St. Peter—hope you’re in the mood to arDespite his hardships, Tommy loved his gue, because Hennessy is coming. country and was honored to have served Tommy’s war is over: “Who loves you, in the United States Army. Baby?” Tommy and Eileen met in Kerrigan’s A memorial will be held in late April or Pub in Bellerose, their home away from May in Cochecton. Donations can be made home. After eight years of dating, they to The Wounded Warrier Project, tinyurl. were married on September 1, 1990 with com/lp78k4y or Wounded Warrior Project, friends and family. The love was overP.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

Coping with kitten season

EGION — With early If you find a litter of kitspring starts “kitten tens, leave them where you season,” the time of found them. Female cats year when cats give birth, often hide their kittens in flooding animal shelters safe places while they go off with homeless cats and kithunting for food. In the very Contributed photo rare event that the mother tens. As shelters struggle to house as many of these cats Little “Hope” is the first of cat doesn’t return, consider as possible, the risk of disease many kittens expected during taking the kittens in and carthis year’s season at the increases dramatically. The ing for them yourself until Humane Society of Port Jervis/ influx of kittens also means they are at least eight weeks Deerpark. that difficult decisions must of age, as mortality rates be made about which kittens and cats can for young kittens in shelters are high. be saved. Information about caring for kittens How can you help? It’s simple; spay and and their moms can be found online at neuter your own cat and encourage others www.2ndchance.info/felinelabor.htm. to do the same. Hormone-driven unaltered You can also call 845/856-3677 for advice cats tend to sneak outdoors in search of and assistance. Donations for the care of mates. Mating just once can start a domkittens are always needed and welcome ino effect that can result in hundreds of at the Humane Society of Port Jervis, 202 unwanted animals. Route 209, Port Jervis, NY 12771.

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By Grace Johansen

ictured here in 1957 are Mickey Behling on the left, and Eileen Feeney. The sign Mickey is holding reads: “The Lady and the Tramp.” They are hamming it up in the masquerade party at Peggy Runway Lodge. Mickey was the wife of Chris Behling. (Jill Padua is their daughter.) Eileen and her family came to the lodge as guests for many summers. Resorts like the lodge created their own entertainment in those years with talent shows, masquerades and bathing beauty contests, etc. TV reception Contributed photo was almost non-existent at the time. The photograph is donated by Jill Padua. The Tusten Historical Society’s hours at the Western Sullivan Public Library, Tusten-Cochecton branch in Narrowsburg, are Mondays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

UDC awards announced

ARROWSBURG, NY — The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) has announced the recipients of its annual awards, to be honored at a dinner on April 26 at Central House Family Resort in Beach Lake, PA. Recipients are: Distinguished Service Award ~ Glenn H. Voss of Beach Lake, PA Chief Ranger, 1984-1999, National Park Service Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River (retired) Robin M. Daniels Memorial Lifesaving Award ~ Eric J. Mankowski of Bethlehem, PA The July 26, 2014 rescue of a drowning swimmer near Staircase Rapids Partnership Award ~ The Weather Project NACL Theatre, Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development and the Town of Highland Outstanding Community Achievement Award ~ Damascus Township, PA Execution of a dirt and gravel project on River Road to improve storm water runoff conditions Community Service Award ~ Tusten Energy Committee Solar research volunteer mission by Brandi Merolla, Star Hesse, Charles Blanchard, and Carol Wingert

Community Service Award ~ Jeff Skelding and Sherri Resti Superior staff support for Friends of the Upper Delaware River, Inc. based in Hancock, NY Cultural Achievement Award ~ Sally Talaga of Honesdale, PA Contributions to historic preservation and interpretation in greater Wayne County for over 25 years Volunteer Award ~ Ginny Fiero of Sioux Falls, SD Volunteer coordinator of National Park Service’s Watershed Stewards Program at Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River Special Recognition Award ~ Kelly O. Maloney, U.S. Geological Survey, Wellsboro, PA Development of a Riverine Environmental Flow Decision Support System Model for the Delaware River Special Recognition Award ~ Mikki Uzupes, Bold Gold Media Group, Lake Region Office For journalistic excellence as news director Oaken Gavel Award ~ Andrew Boyar, supervisor, Town of Highland, NY Leadership as Upper Delaware Council 2014 chairperson

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COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Teen and children’s drama classes at NACL HIGHLAND LAKE, NY — NACL Theatre, the award-winning theatre company, is registering children and teens for its spring session of drama classes for children and young adults. Classes will be held Thursdays starting April 23 and run for eight weeks until June 11. Children’s Creative Drama class for ages six to 12 years of age will be taught by NACL artistic director Tannis Kowalchuk, and held Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. The cost is $95. Teen Scene Study class for ages 13 and up will be taught by stage and film actress Alessandra Iavarone, and held Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. The cost is $95. Classes will be held at NACL Theatre located at 110 Highland Lake Rd. To register e-mail tannis@nacl.org or call 845/557-0694. For more information about the teen class, call 646/266-0205.

Talk on forgiveness BEACH LAKE, PA — Ellen Bay will deliver a talk, “50 Shades of Forgiveness,” titled to recognize the emotional and spiritual complexity of the subject, at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, March 29 at the Berlin Township Community Center. At this service of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Bay will examine both forgiveness of others and selfforgiveness from the perspectives of a variety of religious and community leaders. She is a psychologist and photographer who splits her time between Milanville and Manhattan. The public is welcome, and is invited to stay afterward for conversation and refreshments. For directions visit www.uduuf.org/directions.

Highway to Heaven Sunday school opens NORTH BRANCH, NY — Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church has announced the opening of its Highway to Heaven Sunday School, which will meet every Sunday morning at 10 a.m. at the church, 999 County Rd. 95. “There’s singing, prayer and praise, kidfriendly Bible study, a craft or art project, food, fun and games,” said Rev. Dr. Norman David, one of the congregation’s pastors who is developing the program with parents. “Learning of God’s love and the care of, and redemption through, Christ Jesus should be spiritually intriguing and enjoyable. We strive to make this an attractive program that will benefit children and adults.” Nine children are enrolled currently, with additional families anticipated. For more information call 617/283-1191 or email normanfdavid@ outlook.com.

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n egg is quiet perfection. Elegant in form, its smooth shell breaks open to offer the yin-yang of golden yolk and airy white. That yolk serves to thicken and enrich, while the white, when whipped, adds volume and lightness. Together and separated, these allied elements lend themselves to a seemingly infinite array of preparations, from lofty drifts of shining meringue to velvety dollops of lemon curd, from the crisp, lacy edges of an egg fried in olive oil to the cool, spongy sweetness of a Japanese omelet. Though versatile enough to be eaten every day, eggs unfortunately fell prey to the fat police of the ’90s and cholesterolrich yolks were mistakenly vilified. It’s now been repeatedly shown that dietary cholesterol raises only the good HDL, so there’s really no excuse for those flavorless whites-only breakfasts. The yolk contains most of an egg’s calcium, minerals and vitamins, and its fat content is necessary for the body to absorb them. Whenever possible, choose eggs from chickens that have eaten many kinds of grass and insects. Compared to factory eggs, this free-range variety with the deep-orange yolk has less cholesterol and saturated fat and double the desirable omega-3 fatty acids. It’s hard to ruin an egg (though burnt and rubbery are two dreaded possibili-

ties), but a few simple techniques can really enhance your repertoire. Try scrambling eggs like a French chef, whisking them continuously over low heat until they achieve a cloudlike texture reminiscent of soft polenta. Learn the basic steps of making a custard—including tempering, which prevents the eggs from curdling—and you’re well on your way to ice cream, quiche and flan, and halfway to a soufflé. And once you’ve mastered the craft of boiling an egg, deviled eggs and asparagus mimosa (grated hard-cooked egg) are a breeze. There are tricks to getting the yolks to come out exactly as you want them—from runny to tender to firm—and to avoiding the inevitable frustration of the shell sticking to the whites, and I’ll share them with you below. Eggs are a wonderful meal any time of day, even if you’re not an advocate of “breakfast for dinner.” Aside from the more obvious pairings—bread, bacon, potatoes, cheese—eggs are delicious with savory flavors like anchovies, tomatoes and curry (not necessarily all at once). Shakshuka, an Israeli dish of eggs cooked in a spicy tomato sauce, is quick, easy and satisfying. It makes an ideal singleton supper but will also feed a crowd, yet another reason to buy your eggs by the dozen.

Fill a pot with plenty of water and bring it to a full rolling boil. Add two fat pinches of salt. Using a spoon or spider, gently lower eggs into the water. Set your timer for 6 minutes for a molten yolk, 8 minutes for a tender yolk, or 10 minutes for a firm yolk. While the eggs cook, prepare an ice bath by combining plenty of ice with cold water in a large bowl. When the timer goes off, immediately remove eggs from the hot water and place them in the ice bath. When they’re cool enough to handle, crack the eggs by rolling them on a hard surface, then peel.

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Surrealist parlor game for Catskills artists Join in, have your work displayed By ISABEL BRAVERMAN

EGION — A parlor game called “Exquisite Corpse” is coming to the Catskills, brought to you by Ellie and Akira Ohiso, the couple behind Green Door Magazine. The Ohisos have partnered with the Catskill Art Society (CAS) and are calling upon the Catskills’ community of visual artists (Sullivan, Ulster, Orange and Delaware counties in New York, Wayne and Pike counties in PA) to participate in this game, turned exhibit. The finished works will be displayed in “Exquisite Corpse of The Catskills” at CAS beginning June 5. The game consists of a piece of paper folded into thirds (a triptych). Using the same materials provided, the artists create their work on one of the thirds and pass it along to the next artist, who will only see a portion of the previous artist’s work and will go from there. Once all three artists have had their turn, the paper is unfolded to reveal their collaborative work. The original “Exquisite Corpse” was started at the turn of the 20th century among certain Surrealist artists. “What was interesting is that it reflected each of their individual styles, even though it was done in a whimsical way,” said Ellie about these artists. The name derives from the quote, “Le cadaver exquis boira le vin nouveau,” meaning, “The exquisite corpse shall drink the new wine.” To be a part of the project, submit your name to info@ ohiso.com by April 15. Twenty-one artists, to be paired in seven groups of three, will be chosen randomly at a public lottery at the CAS Arts Center on Saturday, April 18 at 2 p.m. “The exciting thing about the project is that we don’t know how it’s going to end,” said Akira. “It could be something very beautiful, or it may be something that may be difficult to process at first.” They joked that the exhibit may be a “complete failure” but that it’s OK, because “the original conception wasn’t meant to be beautiful, it was meant to be an artistic exercise,” Ellie said. There are some guidelines: All names submitted must be visual artists; artists must be 18 or older; all materials will be provided (paper and ink), and works can only

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This is an example of a drawing made from the “Exquisite Corpse” parlor game. The artists are, from top to bottom, Ellie Ohiso, Robin Almquist and Akira Ohiso. The Ohisos are bringing this game to Catskills artists, and the works will be displayed this summer at the Catskill Art Society in Livingston Manor, NY.

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HONESDALE, PA — The First Presbyterian Church of Honesdale will present, for the first time, a reenactment of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, titled “Torn,” on April 1, 2, and 3. This dramatic production will be performed at no charge at The Vineyard Center, 761 Terrace St., at 7 p.m. each night. The audience will be drawn into this compelling portrayal of the events preceding and including the death of Christ through a shadow performance, special effects and music. “Torn” is not so much a play as a creative depiction that is fueled by visual potency and powerful accounts from those who witnessed the events. Admission is free, though there will be a free-will offering box. Visit www.1stpreshonesdale.com or call 570/253-5451.

HAWLEY, PA — Bluegrass and folk band Laney Jones and The Spirits will play Harmony Presents on Saturday, March 28 at 8 Contributed photo p.m. “They’re one Laney Jones and the of the most excit- Spirits ing new faces of NewGrass & Bluegrass genres, making a big impression wherever they play… Laney’s recent accolades include official showcases at Folk Alliance International Conference and IBMA’s Wide Open Bluegrass festival, taking home the grand prize in the 40th Eddie’s Attic Songwriter Shootout,” said Jill Carletti, managing director of Harmony Presents. The underground theatre of the Hawley Silk Mill is located at 8 Silk Mill Dr. Ticket prices are $15 to $20, depending on how early you buy. Advance tickets can be purchased in person at AMSkier Insurance Agency located at 209 Main Ave. Call 570/588-8077. Harmony Presents is sponsored by Bold Gold Media Group.

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Easter Bunny hops into Yulan YULAN, NY — The Yulan Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a spring egg hunt and visit from the Easter Bunny at the fireman’s field on Saturday, April 4 at 2 p.m. There will be crafts for children and goodie bags to take home, compliments of the Easter Bunny. She will be arriving to start the egg hunt just after 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided, and firemen will be on hand to show children the fire trucks and fire gear. If the weather is bad, the Easter Bunny will visit at the Yulan Firehouse instead. Participants are invited to bring nonperishable food items to support local food pantries. For information, or to make a donation, call 845/557-6090.

LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — The public is invited to a special introduction to celebrated naturalist John Burroughs with Bill Birns at Morgan Outdoors on Saturday, March 28 at 4 p.m. Burroughs, born in 1837 on the family’s Delaware County homestead in Roxbury, NY, authored 27 books of nature and philosophical essays that influenced millions of readers. In the early years of the 20th century, Burroughs rivaled Mark Twain as the most widely-read and well-known writer in America. He was a naturalist who wrote nature essays that appeared regularly in America’s top magazines, a poet and literary critic who drew his readers toward a worldview that valued simplicity in living Continued on page 17 in harmony with nature. Program presenter, author, and educator, Bill Birns, is a 43-year resident of the Catskills. His column, “A Catskill Catalog,” ran from 2007-2012 in the Catskill Mountain AUTHORIZED News. e\Àle PROVIDER To reserve a seat call 845/439 5507. Morgan OutSteven R. Martin, EA doors is located at 46 Main St. Visit www.morgan-out doors.com or call 845/439 H 416 Main St., Suite D, Honesdale, PA 18431 \ 5507.

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Pierson at Starlight STARLIGHT, PA — Hancock photographer Arthur W. Pierson is the featured artist for the month of April at The Inn at Starlight Lake Gallery on Starlight Lake Road. His personal work often includes the themes of rust and pealing paint. And yes, it is “pealing” and not “peeling.” Different colors evoke different emotions, and Pierson is drawn to rich, saturated tones, and feels that often, it’s the way they are contrasted with muted, desaturated colors that can make an image work. Pierson studied photography at Rochester Institute of Technology, where he received a Bachelor of Science from the Collage of Photographic Arts and Sciences. Before relocating back to New York, he was based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, producing commercial photography for over 30 years for a wide variety of projects and clients around the country. Visit www.piersonphoto.com, www.innatstarlightlake.com, or call 800/248-2519.

Hortonville Talent Show HORTONVILLE, NY — This year the Hortonville Talent Show will celebrate its 29th anniversary on Saturday, April 11 at 7 p.m. with acts you won’t see anywhere else. There are returning acts and new surprises. It’s not a competition; everyone is a winner, with performers awarded unique certificates. The suggested donation is $5, or $10 for families. This year, donations will benefit the Youth Economic Group (YEG) in Liberty, whose home base is the new “Spark” House in the Methodist parsonage on Main Street. Begun almost five years ago in the basement of the Liberty Presbyterian Church, the group of high school students looking for a path to a positive future, has grown into an organized, empowered business enterprise and leadership collective, part of Rural and Migrant Ministries in Sullivan County. Members will be on hand to answer questions and will have their “Basement Bags” for sale. Refreshments will follow the show. Join your friends and neighbors in the audience or on stage. Call 845/887-4756 or 845/887-4346.

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JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — There will be a presentation on maple syrup on Thursday, April 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, sponsored by Diehl’s Maple Syrup in Callicoon. Learn all about the process in which maple syrup is made from a local farm family. Registration is required for this event. Visit www.wsplonline.org or call 845/482-4350.

‘Hard Evidence’ debuts in the Elevator Gallery LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — The Catskill Art Society will present the artwork of Frank Shuback in “Hard Evidence,” an exhibition in the Elevator Gallery, running from April 4 to May 31 at the CAS Arts Center, 48 Main St. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, April 4 from 3 to 6 p.m. “Hard Evidence” is a series of clues to current events, using design and color to draw together elements from around the world. Shuback picks up found objects in wood, metal, plastic and glass from antique shops and bends them to his own imagination. Shuback lives and works in New Hampton. He received a B.A. degree from Parsons New School of Design in New York. Since the 1960s, he has shown his work all over the country, including the Rice Gallery and the University Art gallery in Albany, the Roberson Museum and Science Center in Binghamton. The Elevator Gallery is an experimental exhibition space at the CAS Arts Center that features visual art, installations, short art films and other curiosities in six shows each year. Gallery hours are Thursday to Saturday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The CAS Arts Center is wheelchair accessible. Visit www.catskillartsociety. org/submissions. Continued on page 18

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Cello and organ in Milford

ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS Continued from page 17

Auditions for ‘Fiddler’

ILFORD, PA — Internationally heralded cellist Yosif Feigelson and organist/conductor Gwendolyn Toth will present a concert April 11, 7:30 p.m., at the Church of the Good Shepherd and St. John the Evangelist. The Mostly Bach program will include organ works, some of the suites for unaccompanied cello, “Wachet Auf,” “Pastorale,” and music by Pachelbel. Tickets cost $45, and the concert will raise funds for structural improvements at the historic church. A popular artist on the international circuit, Feigelson was the winner of the Bach International Competition in Leipzig, Germany, and the Avery Fisher Career Grant. His career took a great leap forward in 1988, when he substituted at the last minute for the legendary Nathan Milstein, and he has since performed as a guest soloist in concert halls throughout the United States, Europe, and Israel. Toth is well known in New York City and beyond as an organist, keyboardist and the founder/director of the early music ensemble Artek. Her recordings include Bach’s Goldberg Variations, and she has performed and conducted major orchestras in the United States and much of Europe. This event is organized by Kindred Spirits Arts Programs. Tickets can be purchased at www.kindredspiritsarts.org, at Books and Prints at 220 Broad St., or the church (110 West Catharine St.)

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SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY — The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop will hold auditions for “Fiddler on the Roof” on Wednesday, April 8, from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, April 12, from 2 to 5 p.m., at the Rivoli Theatre, 5243 Main St. Performance dates are August 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23, at the Rivoli. Traditional casting includes roles for all ages, children through older adults. Come to the audition prepared with sheet music for a song that shows off your range, either from “Fiddler” or another show tune. An accompanist will be provided. As part of the audition process, expect to be asked to do some choreography. Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes. If you are auditioning for a speaking role, you will be asked to read a scene from the script. For additional information, or to schedule an alternate audition time, call 845/701-0142 or email mlori1962@aol.com.

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Battle of the Bands

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When it rains, it pours,” I wheezed at the dog as we headed out the door last Saturday night, in search of entertainment. I had three musical notes on my list to check out in Callicoon, NY, along with a few art shows and a lecture down by the river thrown in for good measure, so with umbrella in hand (and a slicker for the pup) we took off, understanding that something along the way was bound to get short shrift. “It’s the nature of the beast,” she barked back at me, tugging at her leash, “Let’s roll!” Our first stop was on Lower Main at the Callicoon Wine Merchant, where the Needmore Bros (look for them on YouTube) were slated to appear, alongside an installation of new work by local artist WM Landau, (www.wmlandau.com) whose paintings have always beguiled. The scene was a vibrant one, and apparently has been going on behind my back for a while. As the (always awesome) guys played in the window, glasses clinked and uncorked bottles flowed into the crowd who show up weekly for these informal wine and beer tastings, paired with camaraderie and good cheer. “It’s pretty much an open house,” regular attendee Ira Schachner explained, “and always crowded with locals and visitors who often begin their weekend here, before dispersing to the movie theatre, restaurants and bands that draw folks to Callicoon.” “Who knew?” I asked Landau, while perusing his paintings in the back room. “Everyone but you, apparently,” he shot back, while pointing out a few of his favorite pun-tastic graphic designs. Groaning at a couple of his colorful block-printed double entendres, I referred to his website, which says, “The work incorporates some poetry, prose, mischief, nonsense and some send-ups to art and artists.” I’m still hoping to come across one of Landau’s pieces lampooning my life as the dog’s

Photographer Armand Agresti’s collection,”The Rich and The Poor,” is currently showing at Café Devine in Callicoon.

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“It’s pretty much an open house on Fridays and Saturdays,” says Ira Schachner, far right, of the wine tasting festivities on Main Street in Callicoon, NY. chauffeur one day; therefore he remains in my good graces (along with the Needmore Brothers) until otherwise notified. Waving a paw at the crowd, Dharma pranced out the door and down the street to another opening, another show, this time at Patti Devine’s place (www.cafedevine.com), where photographer Armand Agresti (www.armandagresti.com) was holding court with enthusiasts of his work. “I employ both film and digital,” he said as I perused the stunning images on display. “Most of these pieces are new. I call this collection ‘The Rich and the Poor.’ As folks milled about, more music filled the air, courtesy of Karen Hudson, who greeted the pup and ignored me altogether (naturally) until I whipped out my Nikon and snapped a photo for posterity. Forced to acknowledge my existence, she momentarily strummed one of my favorite tunes (www.karenhudson.com) before we bid adieu and crossed the street to catch newly-formed band Lion Zen (like ‘em on Facebook) at Sidetrack’s on Upper Main. James Riley (bass), Simon Efrien (drums), Greg Castro (guitar) and Kevin McDaniel (lead vocals/guitar) were already into their first set when we arrived, but each and every one of them waved at me (I think it was me) as we entered and took our seats. Al-

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WM Landau’s satirical wood block paintings are on display at the Wine Merchant in Callicoon. though I had planned on a quick stop before catching another act (www.facebook.com/ SomervilleBrothers) on our way home, the guys were on fire, and their presentation of songs like “Can’t Always Get What You Want,” “I’m So Tired” and “Stir It Up” kept me there beyond the allotted time. In particular, lead vocalist McDaniel’s re-interpretation of Janis Joplin’s “Piece of My Heart” was (IMHO) fan-freakin-tastic and made me want more. Dharma whimpered when I informed her that our night was drawing to a close. Last, but not least, was our visit the next day, to see (and hear) Emmy-winning composer Kevin Bents discuss “The Art of Becoming—How I got from Here to There” as part of the ongoing “Creative Conversations” series presented at the Krause Recital Hall at the DVAA (www.artsalliancesite.org) in Narrowsburg, NY. Bents, who has a home nearby, spoke about how he turned his passion for music into a career, tracing his roots in Wisconsin to performing with Steely Dan, Boz Scaggs, Jewel

One of several musical events happening in Callicoon last weekend included a couple of hot licks from the guys of Lion Zen at Sidetrack’s on Upper Main Street. and John Fogerty, to his “transformation into a producer and performer with arenafilling German rock star Marius Westernhagen.” Engaging and unassuming, Bents regaled the audience with stories, interspersed with musical interludes, playing both guitar and keyboards before taking questions from the crowd. “I’ve been very lucky, and am grateful to you all for allowing me to ramble on about that which excites me most: music, in all its glorious forms.” Instead of concentrating on one genre, Kevin continues to evolve and hopes to prove one of his mentors wrong when advised to avoid being “a jack of all trades, a master of none.” Bents’ impressive resume appears to have done just that and was a perfect exclamation point to my weekend-long “Battle of the Bands”, which had no clear winner, because it was all music to my ears.

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WHERE AND WHEN Thurs., Mar. 26 Library story time

ELDRED — Preschool-age children can come for story time at the Sunshine Hall Free Library every other Thursday morning, 9:15-10:15am. Includes stories, songs, finger plays, arts & crafts, including felt board fun. 845/557-6258.

Soup and sandwich luncheon

ROSCOE — Homemade soups and sandwiches at Roscoe Presbyterian Church, Old Route 17, County Road 179, from 11am-1:15pm. $7.50 per person. 607/498-5144.

Women’s Club of Honesdale meeting

HONESDALE — The Women’s Club of Honesdale meets at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, 1:30pm. Guest speaker Donna Decker of Wayne Memorial Hospital will speak on aging gracefully with health. Nominations of officers and collection for the community pantry.

Fri., Mar. 27 CD release party: When Pigs Fly

CALLICOON — When Pigs Fly (www. whenpigsfly.org) will release their selfproduced new album “Two Stones with One Bird” at Sidetracks bar. CD’s will be available for $5. $1 raffles for discs and other fun. Caught Up in a Dream and Made in Motion will open the show. $5 door charge. 9pm doors open.

Comedy night at Cocoon Coffee House

HAWLEY — Comedy night at Cocoon Coffee House, 8:30pm. Organized by Harmony Presents, featuring comedians from New York, Boston, Philadelphia and more. Tickets $14-$20. cocoonbarista@ gmail.com or 570/226-6130.

Live Music Friday with Tom Rogo

HAWLEY — Live Music Friday with Tom Rogo, 8-11pm, Glass—wine. bar. kitchen at Ledges Hotel, 119 Falls Ave. info@ ledgeshotel.com or 570/226-1337. A rotating line-up of live music in the lounge. No cover charge.

Sat., Mar. 28 2015 Spring open house

HAWLEY — Spring open house at Lackawanna College Lake Region Center, 8 Silk Mill Dr., 3rd floor. Registration at 9:30am, start 10am. Application fee waived. Learn about admissions, financial aid, degrees offered and scholarships. Light refreshments and tours. RSVP by Wednesday, March 25, to dodgek@lackawanna.edu or 570/2264625.

Chefs Shootout

SPARROWBUSH — Mohican Lake Rod and Gun Club’s Chefs’ Shootout annual cooking challenge contest at the Sparrowbush Firehouse, 79 Main St., from 1-4pm. Sample a variety of appetizers then vote for the one you liked best. 50/50 drawings, beer raffle, basket of cheer raffle. Beverages available. Cost: $10.

Cooperage Farmers’ Market

HONESDALE — The Cooperage Farmers’ Market, located inside The Cooperage at 1030 Main Street, runs every other Saturday from 11am-1pm. Local farmers and artisans, brunch from The Market Café, seasonal produce, meats, breads, baked goods, ready-to-eat meals, pasta, teas and more. Visit www.thecooperageproject.org or call 570/253-2020.

For Faith Parish choir and supper

HORTONVILLE — The For Faith Parish and the Transformation Choir invite everyone to a covered dish supper and to

stay for the singalong afterwards. March 28th at Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church, 6pm.

Free tasting with Mad Dog Farm

HAWLEY — Free tasting with Mad Dog Farm at the Mill Market in the Silk Mill, 11am-1pm. Teri Watson shares her black garlic and garlic sea salt. Black garlic is fermented with a sweet and slightly smoky flavor. hello@MillMarketPA.com or 570/390-4440.

Free tax preparation service

PORT JERVIS — The Port Jervis Free Library is offering free tax preparation services to New York residents through the AARP Foundation and the Internal Revenue Service. This program is for those 60 and older and low- to moderate-income residents. Call 211 to schedule an appointment.

Jazzmosis concert with Yasgur

NARROWSBURG — Delaware Valley Arts Alliance kicks off the Tusten Theatre Spring Concert Series with the instrumental Sullivan County-based group Jazzmosis, playing with Yasgur at 7:30pm. Tickets: $15.

Live piano music at Settlers Inn

HAWLEY — Live piano music in the dining room, 6-10 pm, The Settlers Inn, 4 Main Ave. desk@thesettlersinn.com or 570/226-2993.

Veteran Appreciation Luncheon

ROSCOE — Luncheon for Roscoe and Livingston Manor veterans of WWII, Korea and Vietnam, all branches, at Roscoe Free Library, 11am-1pm. A VA rep will be available for info and to answer questions. This event is for veterans only. RSVP to the library at 607/468-5574 by Monday, March 23.

Vintage bluegrass: Laney Jones & the Lively Spirits

HAWLEY — Laney Jones & the Lively Spirits at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. This Americana singer-songwriter and her band are making a name for themselves in coffeehouses, speakeasies and concert venues across the U.S. Tickets: $15-$20.

Sun., Mar. 29 Easter Week Service

HORTONVILLE — Palm Sunday Unity Service at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church, 10:30am. Food and fellowship to follow.

Hearts in Spring: Poetry at the Cooperage

HONESDALE — Members of the Upper Delaware Writers Collective will read their original poetry at The Cooperage at 2pm. In honor of the season, after this long and difficult winter, the UDWC will present poems about gardening, the return of the light, and the promise of spring. Free, but donations welcome. A reception will follow. 845/252-7506.

Tusten Youth Commission Easter party and egg hunt

NARROWSBURG — Party at Tusten Town Hall from 1-2:30pm, egg hunt at Lander’s Field at 2:30pm. Bring a baked good and appetizer to the party. RSVP: 845/252-6698 or email doreenwyss@ yahoo.com or the Facebook page.

Tues., Mar. 31 Anglers Reunion dinner

ROSCOE — The Anglers Reunion at the Rockland House. Social hour 6pm and dinner 7pm. $25 per person, cash bar. Reservations: 607/498-4240. Ed and

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Knit & Watch

CALLICOON — Do you love to knit? Do you love to watch “Downton Abby,” the period British TV show filmed at Highclere Castle? Watch the fifth season of the show featuring the Granthams while you try out your themed knitting at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6-7:45pm. Bring your own tea cup. Light refreshments will be served.

Wed., Apr. 1 ‘A Fisherman’s Story’

LIBERTY — “A Fisherman’s Story” is a first-person play from perspective of the Apostle Peter about Jesus. It will be performed by Pastor Nilsen at Lighthouse Ministries, 5 Triangle Rd., 7pm. Free admission.

Lenten soup lunch

PORT JERVIS — Lenten soup lunch at Drew United Methodist Church every Wednesday during Lent, at 12 noon. Guest speaker and Christian fellowship. Cost: $3. Menu: soup, bread, beverage and dessert.

Thurs., Apr. 2 Easter Week Service

ROSCOE — Maundy Thursday Service at the Roscoe Presbyterian Church, 7pm.

Fri., Apr. 3 Easter Week Service

LIVINGSTON MANOR — Good Friday Service at the Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church, 7pm.

First Friday Networking Breakfast

LOCH SHELDRAKE — Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Breakfast at New Hope Community, 5 New Hope Community Dr., 7:459am. Sponsor: New Hope Community. Cost: $15/members, $25/non-members. RSVP by 3pm, April 2. Call 845/7914200 or email office@catskills.com.

The last First Friday at the Calder Cafe

EQUINUNK — The last First Friday at the Equinunk Historical Society at 6:30pm. Programs resume in November. Join neighbors and friends for light refreshments and music. To perform, call 570/224-0223, acoustic only.

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DINGMANS FERRY — Free Easter egg hunt at Dingmans Ferry United Methodist Church, 11am-2pm. The Easter Bunny will stop by, and there will be crafts and snacks. Homemade Easter candy is also available for sale.

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LIVINGSTON MANOR — The Catskill Art Society will present the artwork of Frank Shuback in “Hard Evidence,” an exhibition in the Elevator Gallery, 4- 6pm. “Hard Evidence” is a series of clues to current events, using design and color to draw together elements from around the world. 845/436- 4227.

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HAWLEY — Drenched in sweat, grimacing like a banshee and picking with such ferocity that he’s been known to break three strings in one song, 22-year-old guitarist and singer Billy Strings and mandolinist Don Julin perform at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. Tickets: $15-$20. www. harmonypresents.com.

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HAWLEY — Annual Easter buffet at Ehrhardt’s Waterfront Banquet Center. Full menue and array of holiday favorites including a carving station and dessert table. Seatings available from 12 noon4pm. Reservations required. www.ehrhardts.com/files/Special_Events_2015/ Easter_Buffet_2015.jpg.

Easter Sunday services at For Faith Parish

REGION — For Faith Parish Easter services at the Hortonville Presbyterian Church at 11am and the Lake Huntington/Bethel Churches at 9:30am. Early service at 7am at the Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church with breakfast to follow at the Livingston Manor Methodist Church. Regular service at 9:30am at the Livingston Manor Presbyterian Church. Roscoe Presbyterian Church at 11:15am. 607/498-4458.

Dairy court sought

ULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — The Sullivan County Dairy Promotion Committee seeks young adults interested in educating the public and promoting dairy products. Age requirements are: milk maid, eight to 12; ambassador, 13 to 24; princess, 16 to 24. Applications are due April 1. The pageant for the dairy court will be held on May 2 at Rockland House in Roscoe at 7 p.m. Contact Amy Sykes at 845/800-7081 or any member of the committee with questions.

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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

Interior & Exterior, Deck Preserving, Roofing & Repairs • Pressure Washing FREE Estimates • Fully Insured • Guatanteed Bob: 570-253-9424 home Shawn: 570-352-4740 cell

Serving the Tri-State Area for 18 Years! CAC Garden/Koi Ponds, Landscaping, Full Service Excavation, Authorized San Juan Pool Dealer & Installer Patios, Retaining Walls, Decorative Concrete 845-292-7707

Electrical

Equipment & Storage

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

Prime Wall Covering & Painting

Exterminating

Blacktopping Lake Huntington, NY • 845-932-7829

CATSKILL BRUSH HOG SERVICES

BARRYVILLE EXTERMINATING SERVICE

RILEYVILLE MINI STORAGE

TED KILLE

Plumbing, Carpentry, Renovations, Ceramic Tile, Stone Work, Electric & Honey do lists 845-887-4708

Architect

PHILIP FARMILOE, ARCHITECT, AIA

BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC

ELDRED EQUIPMENT SERVICE & SUPPLY

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

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

KELLAM’S PAINTING

JMR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Professional Rotovac Steam & Shampoo System Residential & Commercial – Power Washing Decks, Siding, Patios & Restoration Services 607-498-6027 • www.fieldtester.com

BUCK MOORHEAD, ARCHITECT

Solar Energy

Equipment & Tool Repair

BORSDAM’S INC. 570-253-3788

Painter

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

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

SOLAR GEO & WOOD

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

STRAIT LINE ROOFING

“We’ve got you covered” Voted BEST Roofer 2009 - 2013 Owens Corning Preferred Contractor Insured, Commercial, Residential All Phases of Roofing Including Metal

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

Visit us at www.straitlineroofing.com

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

VALLEY SAND & GRAVEL

Rt. 652, Honesdale, PA • 570-251-9818

Septic Service

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

Painter B&L HOME INTERIOR

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

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 PLUMBERS

ROTO ROOTER Septic Tank Pumping,

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

845-252-6672 • 570-729-7936

SULLIVAN COUNTY SEPTIC SERVICE "The Drain Surgeon" Pumping - Drain Cleaning - Excavation Portable Restroom Rentals Ken Bloom, Pres. • 845-583-4064

Swimming Pools 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

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

DER OSKAR TREE SERVICE.COM Full Service Tree Care • Tree Removal & Pruning Fertilizer & Insecticide Treatments Organic Pesticide Spraying • Member TCIA 845 557 8051 Licensed NY/PA deroskartreeservice@yahoo.com In business since 1993 • Fully Insured 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 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

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

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

Adoption ADOPT: Looking to adopt another little miracle, giving our daughter a sibling/best friend and completing our family. Contact Robin and Neil: 866-303-0668, www.rnladopt.info

Help Wanted

Lackawaxen EMS is looking for a part-time EMT. Must have current PA EMT Certification, EVOC, NIMS 100 & 700. Clean neat appearance. Must be able to work weekends. Experience and references necessary. Applications available at www.lackawaxenems.com or contact Lieutenant Michael Donovan at 570-493-5151.

for busy Gourmet Deli for immediate hire. Deli clerk is responsible for preparing, slicing, wrapping, weighing, pricing, and serving the department’s deli products. If you’re friendly, dependable and you like to work with terri¿c customers, we’d love to hear from you! Contact

Jobs@rivermarketny.com or call:

845-507-8558

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!

Summer Jobs @ Indian Head Canoes. Office/ cleaning, bus drivers, drivers, boat lifting. Email jobs@ indianheadcanoes.com or call 845557-8777

Help Wanted Servers Bus person Cleaners Call The Carriage House 845-557-0400

Full Time Parts Person Self Motivated, Basic Mechanical Knowledge & Computer Skills Required. Benefits. Apply at RTS Truck Center, Route 652 Honesdale Pa 570-729-7636

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Sullivan County Division of Public Works has seasonal employment opportunities available for the 2015 summer season.

Lake Superior Park, Bethel, NY

Park Manager: Must have current Waterfront Lifeguard, First Aid & CPR/AED certifications. Must be at least 21 years of age. Hours include weekends and holidays. MUST be available to work through Labor Day. Rate begins at $16.00/hr. Lifeguard: Must have current Waterfront Lifeguard, First Aid & CPR/AED certifications. Additional duties include cleaning within park Hours include weekends and holidays MUST be available to work through Labor Day Rates begin at $10.00/hr.

Seasonal DPW Positions, Various Locations within Sullivan County DPW

Seasonal Laborer: Duties include parks maintenance (mowing, weeding, painting, litter plucking) and working with DPW facilities crews Hours are only weekdays in July & August Rates begin at $8.75/hr.

Sullivan County Clean Team, Sullivan County Government Center, Monticello, NY Seasonal Laborer: Duties include plucking litter from along the shoulders of County Roads Hours are only weekdays in July & August Rates begin at $8.75/hr.

Adoption: Warmhearted couple wishes to give unconditional love to an infant. Get to know us at RichandRenee@hotmail.com or 315-200-3559.

Auto Donations

Help Wanted

Seasonal Laborer: Duties include renting boats, working entry booth, general park cleaning, light landscaping. Includes interaction with the public; good people skills required Hours include weekends and holidays MUST be available to work through Labor Day Rates begin at $8.75/hr.

ADOPTION: Unplanned Pregnancy? Caring licensed adoption agency provides financial and emotional support. Choose from loving pre-approved families. Call Joy toll free 1-866-922-3678 or confidential email:Adopt@ForeverFamiliesThroughAdoption.org

A childless young married couple (she-30/he-37) seeks to adopt. Will be hands-on mom/devoted dad. Financial security. Expenses paid. Call/text. Mary & Adam. 1-800790-5260.

Help Wanted

Seeking Deli Clerk

ADOPTION: Childless, loving couple pray to adopt. Stay at home mom, successful dad, great dogs & devoted grandparents. Legally allowed expenses paid. Bill & Debbie 800-311-6090

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

All positions require employees to provide their own transportation to job locations.

Applications are available at Sullivan County Personnel Department, Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North St., PO Box 5012, Monticello, NY 12701 or online at www.co.sullivan.ny.us. Deadline for application submission is March 27, 2015. For further information please call (845) 8070261. EEO/AA M/F/V/H

TOWN OF HIGHLAND Community Members Wanted The Town of Highland Town Board is seeking citizens interested in being appointed to the Climate Smart Council. Any and all individuals interested in exploring and promoting ways to conserve energy and energy costs and to make recommendations to the Town Board shall submit their interest to any Town Board member or in writing to the Town Clerk on or before April 7th 2015.

NACL THEATRE seeks a General Manager NACL Theatre, a not-for-profit theatre company in Highland Lake, NY seeks a full-time general manager to lead the business operations of the 17-year-old company. Candidates should have entrepreneurial abilities in the field of development and fundraising, and a detail-oriented facility with grant-writing, financials, bookkeeping, budgets, and database management. $25-$27,000 range. TO APPLY Please e-mail cover letter and résumé to: Tannis Kowalchuk, Artistic Director E-mail: Tannis@NACL.org with the subject line General Manager Application Full job description at www.nacl.org

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TOWN OF LUMBERLAND EMPLOYMENT

Services Offered

Doreen’s Cleaning

THE LUMBERLAND BOARD OF ASSESSMENT REVIEW IS SEEKING ANYONE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER. THOSE INTERESTED SHOULD CONTACT THE ASSESSOR FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND SUBMIT THEIR LETTER OF INTEREST TO THE SUPERVISOR’S OFFICE, 1054 PROCTOR ROAD, GLEN SPEY, N.Y. 12737, OR BY CALLING (845) 856-8600 Ext. 227.

house and office cleaning RV and car cleaning, light errands NY & PA Free Estimates Please call 845-252-6698

By Order of the Supervisor Town of Lumberland Virginia V. Horn, Town Clerk March 11, 2015

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Gardner/Groundsman

By DAVID LEVINSON WILK 1

Granite Associates, Liberty, NY, is seeking individual to oversee and maintain numerous plantings: shrubs, flower pots & gardens, vegetable gardens; maintaining & harvesting of small fruits, berries and nuts. Soil preparation, planting, watering and weeding. Must have: prior experience, solid knowledge of annuals, perennials, woody ornamental shrubs & trees, mechanical aptitude, good driving record and ability to operate vehicles safely. FT position w/full benefit package. Send resume: P.O. Box 311, Liberty, NY 12754 Attn: HR Dept. or E-mail: jmcphillips@granitelp.com.

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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.

Home is where the heart is. Management KILLIAN Forest Charles M. Killian

Consultant Forester & Forest Technician

Timber & Land Sustainability Services Buying Standing Timber

845-791-0488

killianforestry@gmail.com

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Real Estate Publisher’s Notice – All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation, or discrimintation.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

EAGLE VALLEY REALTY

6569 State Route 97 • Narrowsburg, NY 12764 • 845-252-3085 Serving the Upper Delaware River Valley Licensed NY & PA, Realtor-MLS

Renovated Country Farm House! Filled With Charm, This 1940’s Cape Cod Has 2 Enclosed Porches, Country Kitchen, DR, Den, Two Bedrooms And Full Bath. Also A Detached Double Car Garage And A 10x40 Multi-Purposed Outbuilding W/ Electric. A Rural Pastoral Setting On 1.4+/- Acres. Adjoining 7+/Acres Available. Come-Live The Dream @ $129,000 MLS#40571 For more country properties visit us on the web! www.eaglevalleyrealty.com • eaglevalleyrealty@gmail.com

Apartment for Rent

Vacation Rentals

Town of Callicoon - Small 2BR, 1BA, apt., W/D hookup, wrap around deck, country setting, includes modern security system, $900/mth + utilities. Security and References Required. Available now. Call 845866-6757. Leave Message.

OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND. Best selection of affordable rentals. Full/ partial weeks. Call for FREE brochure. Open daily. Holiday Resort Services. 1-800-638-2102. Online reservations: www.holidayoc.com

Ellenville 1,2 & 3 BR Apts for Rent $800&up Beautiful Mtn Views, clean well maintained garden apts. No pets. Parking & laundry on premises. Call David 845-532-6290

Main Street Narrowsburg 1 Bedroom Walk Up Apartment Stainless Steel Appliances View of Little Lake Erie. $695 includes Heat, Electric, Parking, Sanitation, Plowing. NEW DECKS for Spring. Financial/ Work References. 845 2523999 Jani5803@Aol.com.

Bridge Street Narrowsburg 1 Bedroom Walk Up Loft Apartment Town Center. Walk to All! Hardwood Floors, Central Air Conditioning, Stainless Steel Appliances. $750 includes Heat, Electric, Parking, Sanitation, Plowing. Financial/Work References 845 252-3738 Incrementalista@gmail.com

Land For Sale BLACK LAKE! 100 acres. $69,900. Deeded access on Black Lake. Borders State Forest. Ice Fishing! PRIVATE! John Hill, RE Salesperson 315-657-5469. NY LAND

To advertise, call Eileen: 845-252-7414, ext. 35 Deadline: Mondays, 12:00 p.m. 21 Lower Main Street PO Box 335 Callicoon, NY

845-887-5640 Real Estate Inc. Upper Delaware Country Properties

R-35925 Classic stately large Victorian in Jeffersonville. 7 bedrooms, 3 baths. This home features a beautifully carved formal staircase, original woodwork and updated kitchen. This property presents many possibilities – both commercial and residential. 3 car detached garage. Nice level yard and landscaping. Price reduced to $ 99,000 HAS YOUR BUILDING SHIFTED OR SETTLED? Contact Woodford Brothers Inc, for straightening, leveling, foundation and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www. woodfordbros.com. "Not applicable in Queens county"

House for Rent, Mohican Lake, Glen Spey. Eldred School district. 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, Kitchen, Living room. Deck off Master Bedroom with view of lake. Small garage for storage. Washer/Dryer. Electric HW, Oil Heat and gas stove. 20 minutes to Metro North. No Pets, security and references required. Call for appointment 845-856-5172 Callicoon 1BR Apt-Large, clean, modern. 10 ft ceilings, H/W floors. Downtown 2nd floor. Includes heat, trash, water. 1 ½ mo sec. Plus lease. $750 mo. 845-887-4886

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Town of Callicoon Small 2BR, 1BA apt. w/d hookup, wrap around deck, country setting, on 2ac., includes modern security system, $900/mo plus utilities. Security & references required. Available now. call 845-8666757. Leave message.

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Tel: 845 679-0636 Fax: 845 679-2763 www.tayloredre.com • realtorfreddie@gmail.com

Sweet Inn Has 40 Acres

• Livingston Manor location • Fabulous fishing on property • Willowemoc River on site •6 studio cabins w/ kitchenettes

• Historic 2 bdrm stone house • Small forever lap pool outside • Hot tubs for every 2 rooms

Asking Only $599,000

FOR RENT - HORTONVILLE, NY 3-BR / 1-BA Restored Farmhouse With Country Cottage Charm Hardwood Floors, New Windows, Heat Included Near Historic Callicoon, Delaware River & Bethel Woods $1000/month Good Credit Required Call Jim at 845-807-3603 or 201-951-6484

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Legal Notice MONTEM STRATEGIES, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/5/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 632, Glen Wild, NY 12738. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 510 Wild Turnpike, Mountaindale, NY 12763. NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SULLIVAN, SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. THE HEIRS OF THE ESTATE OF GINA ANDERSON, IF LIVING AND IF SHE BE DEAD, ANY AND ALL OTHER PERSONS, WHO MAY CLAIM AS DEVISEES, DISTRIBUTEES, LEGAL REPRESENTATIVES AND SUCCESSORS IN INTEREST OF SAID DEFENDANTS, ALL OF WHOM AND WHOSE PLACES OF RESIDENCE ARE UNKNOWN T THE PLAINTIFF AND CANNOT AFTER DILIGENT INQUIRY BE ASCERTAINED, ET AL., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly filed on January 21, 2015, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Lawrence H. Cooke Sullivan County Courthouse, 414 Broadway, Monticello, NY on April 28, 2015 at 10:00 a.m., premises known as 4 Schumacher Pond Road, Barryville, NY. All that certain plot, piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Highland, County of Sullivan and State of New York, Section 15, Block 1 and Lot 89.1. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index # 3737/07. Isabelle Rawich, Esq., Referee Berkman, Henoch, Peterson, Peddy & Fenchel, P.C., 100 Garden City Plaza, Garden City, NY 11530, Attorneys for Plaintiff Notice of Formation of 32/31 NE LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/11/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o NorthEnd Equities LLC, 45 Broadway, Ste. 630, NY, NY 10006, Attn: Charles Herzka, the registered agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. Purpose: any lawful activity. Legal Notice Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the qualified voters of the Sullivan West Central School District will be held at the three branches of the Western Sullivan Public Library: (1) Delaware Free Branch, 45 Lower Main Street, Callicoon, NewYork:( 2)Jeffersonville Branch, 19 Center Street, Jeffersonville, New York: and (3)Tusten-Cochecton Branch, 198 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, New York, on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., prevailing time when the polls will be open for the purpose of voting by paper ballot on the following: PROPOSITION Shall the tax appropriation to support and maintain the Western Sullivan Public Library for the year 2015-2016 be adopted, separate and apart from the Annual School District budget?

Legal Notice Said appropriation shall be raised annually by a tax upon the taxable property of the Sullivan West School District and shall be an annual appropriation thereafter until changed by further vote of a majority of the electors of said School District and shall be levied and collected yearly as are other general taxes: and, (1)To elect two Library Trustees to fill the expired terms of Kevin McDonough, Narrowsburg, New York and Matthew Solomon, Lake Huntington, New York for a term of five (5) years commencing July 1, 2015; and, NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that copies of the proposed Library Budget including a statement of estimated expenses for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015, may be obtained by any taxpayer of said School District beginning March 18, 2015 at the Delaware Free Branch, the Jeffersonville Branch and the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library during library hours. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that an informational meeting shall be held on April 13, 2015 at 4:00 p.m. at the Delaware Free Branch, 45 Lower Main Street, Callicoon, New York. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the Western Sullivan Public Library must be filed with the District Clerk of the Sullivan West Central School District, Jeffersonville, New York, by no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2015. All petitions must be signed by a minimum of 25 qualified voters of the School District. Petitions may be obtained at the District Clerk’s Office of the Sullivan West School District, Jeffersonville, New York between the hours of 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM when school is in session. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Section 2014 of the Education Law, personal registration of voters is required and no person shall be entitled to vote at the Special School District Meeting to be held on April 22, 2015, whose name does not appear on the register of said School District or who does not register as hereinafter provided, except a person who is otherwise qualified to vote and is registered under the provisions of Article 5 of the Education Law. The Board of Registration shall prepare a register for the Special School District Meeting, which shall include all persons who shall have previously registered for an annual or special district meeting or election held or conducted at any time during the 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 calendar years. The Board of Registration will meet on Wednesday April 15, 2015, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at:(1) Delaware Youth Center, Callicoon, New York; (2)Sullivan West Elementary, Schoolhouse Hill Road, Jeffersonville, New York; and (3) Tusten-Cochecton Branch, Narrowsburg, New York, to prepare the register of the School District for said Special School District Meeting. Any person not heretofore registered shall be entitled to have his or her name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, he or she is known or proven to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at said Special School District Meeting

of which such register is prepared. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the register of the School District will be filed in the District Clerk’s Office, in Jeffersonville, New York, where the same will be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the District on each of the five days prior to the day set for the Special District Meeting, except Saturday, Sunday and Holiday, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Said register will be open for inspection at the polling place during the Special District Meeting April 22, 2015.NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots for the Special District Meeting may be applied for in person at the Office of the District Clerk at least seven (7) days prior to the Special District Meeting if the ballot is to be mailed and no later than day before the Special District Meeting if the ballot will be picked up personally by the voter. Absentee ballots must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the Special District Meeting, April 22, 2015. A list of all persons whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the Office of the District Clerk, Jeffersonville, New York, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. on each of the five days prior to the day of the Special District Meeting, except Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays.AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School District Clerk is hereby authorized to amend the Notice of the Special District Meeting and Election from time to time, as in her discretion, such amendment may be required. Dated: March 2, 2015 MARGARET LUTY, DISTRICT CLERK CATSKILL HOLDINGS LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 3/10/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to The LLC 202 Grandview Ave Monsey, NY 10952. Purpose: Any lawful activity. JJD REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 2/20/2015. Off. Loc.: Sullivan Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to The LLC, c/o R. Scott Lafazia, P.C, 594 Valley Road, Suite 8, Montclair, NJ 07043. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: KP Recovery Solutions LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : October 27, 2008 The County in which the Office is to be located : Sullivan County The New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is : 24 Sherwood Rd. Springfield, NJ 07081 Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company 1. The name of the limited li-

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ability company is: Wooden Nickel Media, LLC 2. Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : February 20, 2015 3.The County in which the Office is to be located : Sullivan 4.The New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is : InCorp Services, Inc., One Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Ave., Suite 805A, Albany, NY 12210-2822

ful activity.

3. Seasonal Produce (B-15-19) Bid Forms, including specifications, may be obtained from the Director at the above address, and all bids are subject to the terms and conditions therein set forth. Dated: March 27, 2015

SWAN LAKEFRONT ESTATES LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 02/10/15. 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 Swan Lakefront Estates LLC, P.O. Box 541, Ferndale, NY 12734. Purpose: Any lawful purpose Notice of Formation of Greene Nostrand LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/12/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: POB 96, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Woodridge Estates LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 1/7/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 5012 19th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11204. Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: Gastro Tours, LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: June 23rd, 2014. The county in which the Office is to be located: Sullivan. The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: 71 Sackett Lakes Road Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Herkimer Development Realty LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/22/12. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: POB 96, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Underhill NE LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/24/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o NorthEnd Equities LLC, 45 Broadway, Ste. 630, NY, NY 10006, Attn: Charles Herzka, the registered agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. Purpose: any law-

Notice of Qualification of 31/32 LIC LLC. App. for Auth. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) 2/20/15. Office location: Sullivan County. LLC formed in Delaware (DE) on 2/4/15. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o NorthEnd Equities LLC, 45 Broadway, Ste. 630, NY, NY 10006, Attn: Charles Herzka. DE address of LLC: c/o Corporation Service Company, 2711 Centerville Road, Ste. 400, Wilmington, DE 19808. Arts. of Org. filed with DE Secy. of State, 401 Federal St., Ste. 4, Dover, DE 19901. Purpose: any lawful activity Nelly’s Latin Restaurant, LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/17/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to C/O Marianely Camacho, 357 Mountaindale Rd, Woodridge, NY 12789. Purpose: General. Notice of Formation of Blueberry Ridge LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/13/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: POB 27, South Fallsburg, NY 12779. Purpose: any lawful activity. RESNICK ENERGY, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/5/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 561 Wild Tpke., Mountaindale, NY 12763, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Sealed bids 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, April 3, 2015 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. 1. Rebid Hot Mix Asphalt (B-1520) Bid Forms, including specifications, may be obtained from the Director at the above address, and all bids are subject to the terms and conditions therein set forth. Dated: March 27, 2015

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, April 10, 2015: 1. Salary Study (R-15-08) Specifications may be obtained from the Director at the above address. Dated: March 27, 2015

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LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Sealed bids 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, April 10, 2015 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. 1. Resurfacing Portions of Approximately 30 Miles of Various County Roads (B-15-17) 2. Removal of Waste Tires (B15-18)

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THE RIVER REPORTER

SPORTS BRIEFS

By Richard Ross sportsinsightsny.com

Adieu to winter

It was a stellar winter for the girls indoor track team, which captured the Division V title for the second straight year. They also claimed the Sullivan County championship as well. The boys basketball team (128) not only made it to sectionals, they vanquished mighty S.S. Seward before falling to Rhinebeck, and Anthony Rydell heaved a lifetime best of 52-7 to claim 14th in New York State at the Federation Meet at Cornell University. Each of the coaches from winter sports took turns calling their teams to the stage to laud their achievements and to give out trophies to a pair of deserving stars. At the conclusion of the awards listed below, this writer presented a musical slide show commemorating this remarkable winter. The award winners were as follows: Girls Basketball: Carly Grishaber, Most Valuable Player and Isabella Kent, Coaches Award; Boys Basketball: Ronj Padu, Most Valuable Player and Noah Bauer, Coaches Award; Boys Indoor Track: Ethan Seidl, Most Valuable Winter Indoor Track Athlete and Anthony Rydell, Most Valuable Winter Indoor Field Athlete; Girls Indoor Track: Kelsey Dutton, Most Valuable Indoor Track Athlete and Stephanie Schwab, Most Valuable Indoor Field Athlete; Alpine Skiing: Derrick Keller, Most Valuable Male Skier; Ryan Rydell, Most Improved Male Skier; Bristol Woods, Most Valuable Female Skier; and Jordan Kubenik, Most Improved Female Skier; Cheerleading: Elizabeth Marshall, Coaches Award and Arlinda Mustafaj, Most Spirited Cheerleader. For more details on the exploits of the winter teams at Sullivan West read, “Winter Sunset,” on www.sportsinsightsny.com and for an album of photos from the awards night as well as other sports events this past season and years prior, visit www.sportsiny.com.

Carly Grishaber

Isabella Kent

Ronj Padu

Photos by Richard A. Ross, sportsinsightsny.com

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Sullivan West School Kindergarten & Pre-Kindergarten Registration Kindergarten registration will be May 11th and 12th. If your child will be 5 years old before December 1, 2015, please call the school at 845-482-4610 ext. 2158 to make an appointment. Information needed at the time of the call is the child’s name, date of birth, parent/guardians names, mailing address and phone number. After the appointment is made, a packet of information will be mailed to you to complete and return at registration time. Pre-Kindergarten registration will be May 18th and 19th. We have only one pre-kindergarten class for students who show developmental delays on the testing. The class will consist of 15 students. If your child will be 4 years old before September 1, 2015, please call the school at 845-482-4610 ext. 2158 to make an appointment. Information needed at the time of the call is the child’s name, date of birth, parent/guardians names, mailing address and phone number. After the appointment is made, a packet of information will be mailed to you to complete and return at registration time.

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AWLEY, PA — Join Jenna Mauder, environmental educator, on an easy-paced walk to the historic Watres Lodge and Lake Lacawac on Saturday, March 28 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Meet at the Coulter Visitor’s Center for introductions and venture down the Great Camp Trail, identifying signs of spring and animal presence at Lacawac. Lacawac Sanctuary’s property is 545 acres, which includes the near pristine

glacial Lake Lacawac (a National Nature Landmark) and its watershed, bogs, forests with hiking trails and a Great Camp listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The hike is free for Lacawac members; $5 per person or $10 for three people in a single party for the general public. Children under three are free. Registration is appreciated. Visit www.lacawac.org or call 570/689-9494.

SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 3/18 3/19 3/20 3/21 3/22 3/23 3/24

4.49 4.31 4.24 4.16 4.05 3.97 3.98

High water temperature °F 3/18 3/19 3/20 3/21 3/22 3/23 3/24

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Actual and avg. precipitation NYC watershed

Reservoir levels March 24, 2015 Cannonsville: 57.8% Pepacton: 66.9% Neversink: 63.8% Total: 73.6% Normal Total: 93.1% Total in 2013: 84.2%

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RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

Deer lore and more

nformation is being sought on several matters concerning white-tailed deer in the Upper Delaware River region. In the first, researchers with the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) and Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College of Agricultural Sciences are asking the public how they think deer respond to changes in weather and moonlight. To explore the â&#x20AC;&#x153;truth in deer truisms,â&#x20AC;? they will then compare survey responses with data from movements of radio-collared deer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are a lot of widely held beliefs about what causes deer to move, how far and when they move,â&#x20AC;? said Duane Diefenbach, adjunct professor of wildlife ecology and leader of the Pennsylvania Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Penn State. In the current project, researchers will analyze more than 13,000 GPS-collared white-tailed deer locations collected during October 2013 and October 2014. Both adult male and female deer were fitted with GPS collars that transmitted the deerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coordinates via satellite every three hours. The month of October was selected because it holds the archery and early muzzleloader hunting seasons, and

transpires before most breeding occurs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hear hunters say that deer become nocturnal following the early muzzleloader and rifle season in October,â&#x20AC;? said Christopher Rosenberry, who supervises PGCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deer and Elk Section. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We now have access to technology to see if that is actually true.â&#x20AC;? Visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/ deerandweather to take the brief online survey. Initial responses can be seen at ecosystems.psu.edu/research/projects/ deer/news /2 015/t he -moon-a nd- deersurvey-says, and summary results will be reported at the conclusion of the study. Another â&#x20AC;&#x153;collaredâ&#x20AC;? deer has stirred the interest of residents in the Town of TRR photo by Sandy Long Tusten, NY. The doe has been hanging A project studying whether deer truisms hold true is around the area near Lava/Hoffman underway in Pennsylvania. Researchers are using a public survey, along with GPS data, to learn more about the Road/ Rt. 52, and while she sports a validity of commonly held beliefs about deer. collar, it is described as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;dog snap clasp web collar.â&#x20AC;? Residents have learned that she is not a subject under study by New York or Pennsylvania wildlife agencies. She travels with This doe has been observed in the area two younger deer and appears to be comfortable near Lava/Hoffman Road/ Rt. 52 since late December, according to several Sullivan with humans. Her presence was brought to our County, NY residents who are curious to learn attention by River Reporter reader Star Hesse. more about her. Email sandylong@riverreporter.com with any information youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to share.

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