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Sullivan West Task Force tackles opioid addiction County ranks first in state overdose deaths

By LAURIE RAMIE

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AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — As Sullivan County bears the unfortunate distinction of recording the highest rate of drug overdose deaths per 100,000 people in New York State, Sullivan County Public Health officials are hoping that promises of looming economic growth will bolster resources dedicated to treatment, education and prevention of drug addiction.

TRR photo by Laurie Ramie

Sullivan County Public Health Nurse Kate Freda of Damascus, PA demonstrates the ease of administering intranasal Naloxone as an opioid antidote at the March 31 Sullivan West Community Task Force meeting.

TRR photo by Fritz Mayer

The daffodils sparked in the sun on Saturday.

Snow dampens the daffodil show

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EGION — The heaviest and one of the few snows of the season came to the Upper Delaware Valley on April 3, making the roads slick and stopping the early-blooming daffodils in their tracks.

Most garden authorities say a little snow is not going to do permanent harm to the daffodils, but if the flowers are already showing color, it might be a good idea to snap them off and take them in the house to enjoy.

Otherwise, although the blooms may be damaged by snow and freezing tempera-

The daffodils were pummeled by the snow on Sunday. tures, the plants and bulbs will be fine.

While they won’t bloom again this year, the flowers will be back again next year, and most types of daffodils will keep coming back for decades.

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SPANNING 2 STATES, 4 COUNTIES, AND A RIVER THAT UNITES US

Finally, flood prevention?

Manor may get a break

The startling statistic from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s 2016 County Health Rankings Report was shared with members of the Sullivan West Community Task Force in a March 31 presentation.

Public Health Director Nancy McGraw attributed the county’s location as a “thruway” between the metropolitan and upstate regions, and having a “susceptible population” as contributing factors to that number-one ranking.

McGraw said that an “alarming spike” in drug overdoses in 2012 led to the creation of a task force on the county level that includes a mixture of professionals from the health care and law enforcement fields as well as “lots of volunteers from the community who are dedicated and committed.”

“Our objective is to raise awareness, track data and address the addiction problem in the county. We pool our resources and partner a lot. We want to be sure we’re doing what is effective and evidence-based,” she said.

Sullivan County Public Health Services initiated an Opioid Overdose Prevention Training Program three years ago that has resulted in its certified responders saving 44 lives out of 45 instances when the antidote Naloxone (commonly known as Narcan) was administered.

Doctors legally prescribe opioids such as Morphine and Oxycodone to treat pain, but these medications can become addictive. There are also illegal forms of opioid, such as heroin, that are used recreationally. Every day in the U.S., 46 people die from opioid overdoses.

Gallery Eva opens A boost to the arts in Callicoon

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Narrowsburg in search of a new deck design Town board requests new engineer

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A R ROW S BU RG, NY — The Tusten Town Board met at a special meeting on the morning of Wednesday, March 30 to discuss how to proceed with the Main Street deck. ChaTRR file photo by Isabel Braverman zen Companies designed a new deck at the cost of The Chazen Companies design $300,000; however no bids for the Narrowsburg deck, a schematic for which is seen here were received on this deheld by town engineer Wes Iling, sign. received no bids.

The board first announced at the meeting that Chazen recommended that they go to re-bid, but the board was not in favor of that.

Councilwoman Jane Luchsinger said, “The grant is not in jeopardy provided we spend the money on construction only; any other design work is our responsibility,” in reference to a $106,000 New York State grant that has been pledged to go toward the deck. The board then opened up the discussion to come up with a plan.

They all agreed that the new design should reduce the complexity and reduce the cost while still being aesthetically pleasing and presentable to the town. “It should represent our town,” Luchsinger said.

“Let’s work from the budget backwards,” said Councilman Ned Lang. He says the budget should be about $100,000, with $25,000 from in-kind work, $25,000 from the Narrowsburg Beautification Grant, and the rest from the $106,000 state grant, which is a matching grant. He said a lot of money shouldn’t be spent on it. “Remember, it’s just a deck,” he said.

Luchsinger replied, “It’s not just a deck; it’s a showpiece of our town.” She added, “I don’t want to minimize what we can do when we have an opportunity.”

Councilman Tony Ritter asked if the board is in favor of using the same design and footprint as the existing deck.

They all said “yes,” with Luchsinger adding that a small lookout could be added for the telescope. They expressed the view that the deck should be the same design and size, and use natural materials that are durable.

Ritter then asked if they are in favor of using the same engineer, town engineer Wes Iling. Lang said they should put out a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an engineer. The rest of the board agreed. “We need an engineer to move on with this thing,” Ritter said. The board came up with some requirements, such as the budget limit of $100,000, using the existing design plus a lookout and adding bluestone to the sidewalk to give the effect that it blends in with the deck. “They’ll come back to us with an outline,” Lang said. The board made a motion to send out the RFP and all were in favor. The deadline to receive proposals is May 10, the date of the next town board meeting.

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IN BRIEF Former Honesdale priest accused of sexual child abuse SCRANTON, PA — Father Martin Boylan, who served as pastor of St. John the Evangelist in Honesdale from 2001 through 2009, has been accused of child sexual abuse. He was suspended from his most recent position at St. Patrick’s in Scranton by the Diocese of Scranton after the allegations surfaced.

Diocese officials alerted the Scranton district’s attorney’s offices about the matter and that office is undertaking an investigation of the matter. The diocese learned about the reported abuse on April 1 from the alleged victim, who is now an adult, but said the abuse happened in the past.

Along with being a pastor in Honesdale, Boylan also served in other Catholic churches in Wayne County.

Boylan was transferred out of Honesdale in the wake of an occasion in 2009 when he allowed a political debate in the church hall between the supporters of Barack Obama and John McCain. The bishop appeared unannounced during the event and excoriated those attending for their support of Obama, who believed in a woman’s right to have an abortion.

Wally Lake Fest seeks events, sponsors HAWLEY, PA — The Wally Lake Fest committee reminds all businesses, non-profits and individuals that the deadline for new event and sponsorship forms for the seventh annual Wally Lake Fest is just around the corner. Sponsors who want to help make this year’s Wally Lake Fest a success should have their forms sent in by May 15.

The committee’s goal is to create a weekend full of events that embrace the natural beauty and fun atmosphere of the Lake Region as well as provide opportunities for local businesses to showcase their products and services, stimulate tourism and strengthen the community. For the past six years, Wally Lake Fest has brought thousands of local residents and visitors to Lake Wallenpaupack and the surrounding area.

For sponsorship forms, please contact the Wally Lake Fest committee at 570/226-2141, www.wallylake fest.com or info@wallylakefest.com.

NEPA Audubon Scholarship HONESDALE, PA — Northeast Pennsylvania Audubon Society (NEPAS) is currently accepting applications for its annual $4,000 college scholarship, available to students who wish to pursue a career in an environmental field such as forestry, natural resources, environmental planning, environmental engineering, fish, game, or wildlife management, ecology and/or environmental science.

Applicants must be from Pike, Wayne, Lackawanna, or Susquehanna county and must enroll full-time in an accredited two- or four-year college or university program.

The winning applicant will receive $1,000 per year for up to four years. The scholarship is funded by the annual Audubon Arts and Craft Festival held each July.

Interested students can find the application form at www.nepaaudubon.org/about/scholarships. Applications are due to the NEPAS Scholarship Committee by April 30.

Man arrested for Minisink grow house TOWN OF MINISINK, NY — On Thursday, March 31, members of the New York State Police Community Narcotics Enforcement Team, troopers from Troop F Greenville and officers from the Town of Warwick Police Department, executed several search warrants in the Orange County area. Officers executed a search warrant at 103 Cosh Rd. in the Town of Minisink after receiving reports of unusual activity at the residence.

The three-month investigation was conducted with the assistance of the Orange County District Attorney’s office.

Isaac Lugo, 29, of Warwick, was located inside the residence. As a result of the execution of warrants, approximately 340 marijuana plants, several pieces of equipment used to grow the plants and approximately $2,500 were seized. Also secured was 11 pounds of processed marijuana, valued at $27,000. A Smith and Wesson .38 caliber handgun was also recovered and secured.

Lugo was charged with the felony of criminal possession of marijuana. He was arraigned before Judge George Hadden of Minisink and remanded to the Orange County Jail in lieu of $2,500 bail.

The investigation is ongoing and future arrests are anticipated.

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In 2015 alone, the task force certified 100 professionals in the fields of law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighters, school nurses and Sullivan County employees as Overdose Responders.

McGraw noted that Sullivan County Public Health Services targets these populations with a special curriculum, while The Recovery Center in Monticello offers Narcan training to other individuals and groups.

Catskill Regional Medical Center and Mobile Medic dispensed over 200 doses of Narcan in 2015, although outcome statistics are not available due to patient privacy laws.

Public health nurse Kate Freda demonstrated a Narcan kit in which a nasal atomizer is used to reverse an opioid-induced overdose.

The Naloxone medication works by pushing the opiate off the receptor site in the brain that affects the ability to breathe.

“It’s very simple to use. If they respond positively to it, they will wake up within three to five minutes,” she said, adding that a dose of Naloxone causes no harm in cases where it’s not an opioid overdose, unless the person happens to be allergic to it.

The reversal lasts about 30 minutes, meaning that it’s critical to get the individual to a hospital for treatment for the immediate withdrawal that is experienced.

Addressing criminal liability, McGraw noted that New York’s “911 Good Samaritan” law provides certain protection from arrest for the victim and those who seek help during an overdose, though not for drug sales.

“It’s not the user that’s the problem. It’s the dealer,” Freda said. “This is a treatable disease. We need to remove the stigma and get these people into treatment. The prevention and education piece of this is so important, to understand that these medications can be dangerous.”

“The huge gap for us continues to be the availability of resources,” McGraw said, noting that she has seen funding diminish over her 16 years in the public health field. Issues such as health care access, insurance, transportation, local in-patient treatment facilities, and overprescribing of medications are also obstacles.

A successful program that Sullivan County Public Health Services has helped promote is the sponsorship of Drug Take-Back Days in various communities. Over the past four years, 1,500-plus pounds of surplus medications were collected and transported by the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department to an incinerator in Poughkeepsie.

This not only provides a method for people to remove from their homes unwanted medications that could fall into the wrong hands, it also protects the environment by safely disposing of pharmaceuticals rather than dumping them into public water supplies.

A Drug Take-Back Day is being tentatively planned for western Sullivan County in the hamlet of Callicoon on April 30 if the proper security measures can be arranged. [See related My View on page 7.]

Millennium holds outreach meeting Protesters turn out in force

By FRITZ MAYER

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OCK HILL, NY — As part of the permitting process to construct a compressor station near Eldred, Millennium Pipeline Company, LLC held a community outreach meeting at The Sullivan in Rock Hill on March 31.

Before the meeting officially started, many protesters gathered across the street from the motel to speak out against the project. Members of Sullivan Area Citizens for Responsible Energy Development (SACRED), Sullivan County Residents Against Millenium (SCRAM), Delaware Riverkeeper Network (DRN) and various families and supporters held up signs and handed out literature asking questions they believe Millennium has not answered.

Maya van Rossum, who as Delaware Riverkeeper leads the DRN, accused Millennium of disseminating false information about the compressor station and the larger Eastern System Upgrade Project, which will include the Eldred compressor in the Town of Highland, a second compressor at Hancock and a new 7.8-mile section of pipeline loop in Orange County.

Millennium has already constructed two compressor stations in the region, and The River Reporter has reported extensively on various health complaints and property-value complaints residents registered because of those projects.

Asked if there were any realistic possibility that residents could prevent the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) from issuing the necessary approvals for the project to move forward, van Rossum said there may be more to the

Submitting comments to FERC for the record While many residents made comments to and asked questions of representatives of Millennium Pipeline Company and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) at the community outreach meeting, those comments and questions do not become part of the official record.

Residents wishing to comment on the record to FERC can do so in writing or online. The address to submit a comment online is www.ferc. gov/docs-filing/ecomment.asp. There is a set of directions on the site to guide residents through the rest of the process.

To submit a comment in writing, a letter referencing the Docket Number PF16-3-000 can be mailed to Kimberly D. Bose, Secretary, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First St. NE, Room 1A, Washington, D.C. 20426.

A FERC note at the bottom of the form reads: “The Commission strongly encourages electronic filing of any comments of interventions or protests to this proceeding. Comments may be filed via the FERC’s website, www.ferc.gov, by using ‘eFiling’ under the link ‘Documents and Filings.’ Before you can comment you will need to create an account by clicking on ‘eRegister.’

The FERC has expert eFiling staff for assistance at 866-208-3676 (TTY contact 202-502-8659) or efiling@ferc.gov.”

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Dozens of residents and members of environmental groups protest the Millennium Pipeline compressor station proposed for a site near Eldred. project than Millennium is letting on. She said that the existing compressor stations in Hancock and Minisink are about 40 miles apart, and now they want to construct a second station in Hancock and a new one in between the other two in Eldred. “So you’re going to now have a series of four compressor stations all within 40 miles. Seems to me we’re talking about a bigger project [than the one Millennium has described], and if that’s the case then I think we’ve got a real hook for a challenge.”

Asked if she thought this project actually had something to do with the exportation of gas overseas as liquid natural gas (LNG) she said, “All these pipelines these days involve export, because that’s where the pipelines make their money. They know it, we know it, but it does not serve them well in the application process to admit it, so they tend to misrepresent during the application process, and as soon as they get their approval, they flip.”

Inside The Sullivan at the formal meeting, there were representatives of Millennium and FERC at various stations situated around a large hall. There was not a formal central presentation, but attendees were free to ask questions at the stations.

Millennium representatives denied that the project was related to eventual sales of LNG product oversees but instead said the expansion is needed because of increased demand.

Millennium has applied to build a pipeline to the proposed CPV Valley Energy Center 650-megawatt power plant under construction in Orange County, which will boost demand substantially. The representatives also said the Millennium Pipeline joins up with the Algonquin Pipeline, and through that connection satisfies increasing demand in and around New York City and Long Island.

According to information on the FERC website, there are at least a couple of approved or proposed export LNG facilities on the East Coast that could accept natural gas that had at one point travelled through the Millennium Pipeline.

One of the many people talking to the Millennium representatives was the chair of the Sullivan County Legislature, Luis Alvarez. Asked if he had made a decision about whether the proposed compressor station in the Town of Highland would be positive or negative, he said he was still gathering information.

Alvarez also said that the pipeline travels through the backyard of his son, who lives in the Town of Lumberland.

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Port Jervis residency law changed

By ANYA TIKKA

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ORT JERVIS, NY — Residency requirements for Port Jervis official city positions came under scrutiny at the meeting on March 25, when Teresa Spradling, who has been working in the city’s assessor’s office for several years, was finally confirmed as the successor to the previous assessor. But it required passing a new law, causing comments and debate from council members, Mayor Kelly Decker and residents who came to voice their opinions in a public hearing.

Local law number eight, which passed, allows someone who does not live inside the city limits be accepted for a public position.

Second Ward resident Peter Tomasi spoke against changing the law, although most council members and other residents were for it. Tomasi said, “I’m old school.

If I live in a place, I’m more invested naturally. I work in New York City, but my home is here. I’m more involved, it’s second nature. When the highest-paid, most senior members are told you don’t have to live here, it sends the wrong signal.”

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on case-by-case basis.

He also said it’s important to get the best people for the positions that need to be filled, and while he’s in agreement that locals come first, “I’m not aware of anyone who came forward.” He added that this position requires a state certification, and not every applicant has that.

Spradling has had connections to the City of Port Jervis all her life. She grew up there, went to school there and only moved out to nearby Pond Eddy when she married and had children.

Siegel added, “People who moved out of the city, if they have children in schools and so on, they can’t sell their house to move back to town, we have to make accommodations for them.”

Councilman David Bavoso said, “I’m going to vote for this now; we need to fill it now. If nobody passes the test, we have nobody, and then we’ll be shooting ourselves in the foot.”

In a vote, the new law was carried with two “no” votes from Trovei and Foster. Decker welcomed Spradling and her husband Mark, who were in attendance, to the city.

Flood prevention for Livingston Manor?

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has a plan

By FRITZ MAYER ONTICELLO, NY — Judge Frank LaBuda, who has served as a judge in Sullivan County Supreme Court since 1997, announced on April 1 that he will seek Contributed photo another term in office. Ac- Judge Frank cording to his biography, LaBuda LaBuda has “authored more than 175 published decisions that have provided ‘legal precedent’ for other trial judges on issues of evidence, trial procedure, criminal, and civil law.

“Judge LaBuda was appointed by the Chief Judge of New York to establish two specialized courts: Drug Court, which provides diversion programs to defendants with substance abuse issues, and VetTrack, which addresses the unique issues of defendants who are veterans.”

LaBuda has an ongoing interest in judicial systems of other countries, and he often travels abroad to observe them overseas and hosts events for jurists from other countries in New York through the U.S. State Department Rule of Law Program.

Before becoming a judge, LaBuda spent 10 years as a prosecutor and 20 years in private and public practice. He is also a veteran, and his service includes a tour of duty in the Persain Gulf War where he was a U.S. Army Major in Operation Desert Storm.

At this point, no one has announced a run against LaBuda.

Council members Kristin Trovei and Regis Foster agreed.

Trovei explained she feared the new law opens the door for blanket approval for other positions, when the goal should be to employ people who live in the city.

Foster agreed saying, “People should live in Port Jervis.”

Councilman Robert Ritchie’s position was the same in principle, but he added, “Some positions sometimes require expertise. I believe the local law has to be revised, but I would like to make the current person permanent.”

Councilman Stan Siegel added, “This is not a blanket; each individual will be looked at.”

Resident Wayne Kidney said, “This has been done many times before, and it works for the city. We gained some really good officials in this manner. I believe this is for someone the city wants to hire… I hope you approve it”.

Another resident spoke in favor also. “I know the woman is not a resident now, but she grew up here, her roots and connections are here. She’s been working downstairs for a number of years, and she’s loyal.”

Decker said each position that comes up will be judged

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IVINGSTON MANOR, NY — Livingston Manor, which sits at the confluence of the Willowemoc Creek, the Little Beaver Kill River and Cattail Creek, has regularly been hit with flooding since the end of the 19th Century. In the early part of the 21st century, the town was hit hard multiple times, especially in 2004, 2005 and 2006, when it seemed that flooding was going to be an annual occurrence.

That’s the period during which 15-year-old Jamie Bertholf was swept downstream when raging floodwaters destroyed her home.

It’s also when former Congressman Maurice Hinchey called for a study about what might be done to reduce the damage from flooding in the tiny hamlet.

Now, a decade later, on March 31, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has released a “draft feasibility report on the investigation of flood risk management and ecosystem restoration in Livingston Manor.”

USACE, in conjunction with the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), studied a number of alternatives, and keeping limited budgets and multiple other factors in mind, came up with a recommendation that they called Plan J. Plan J calls for the “widening of the Little Beaver Kill at the Main St. Bridge, installing a 4 x 10 ft. box culvert at the Main Street Bridge, and stabilizing one mile of stream upstream from the Main Street Bridge to the old airport site. This plan has measurable flood-damage reduction benefits, as well as incidental benefits to the riparian buffer.”

The placement of the box culvert next to the Main Street Bridge would not have been practical in the past because the property where the culvert would be placed was the home of the Hoos Building, owned by the late Barry Sims. But it burned down in 2012.

USACE says the plan not only provides flood-risk mitigation for the town, but it also is “done in a manner that is compatible with a trout stream,” which should be welcomed by the residents because trout fishing is an important part of the local economy.

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The Hoos building in Livingston Manor, NY was destroyed by fire in November 2012. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has now proposed placing a new box culvert at the location to help prevent flooding of the Little Beaver Kill River, which runs beside the lot.

The total cost of the project would be about $8.2 million, and a press release from USACE says, “After input from the public and other agencies, the project will move into the design and build phase, which is subject to the availability of funding. The cost of the project would be shared on a 65/35% basis between the federal government and the non-federal partner, DEC.” USACE says the plan has strong local support.

Also from the release, “The report is the result of a lengthy study conducted by the Army Corps and cost-shared with DEC. Other key partners on the study were Sullivan County, Open Space Institute, and the Town of Rockland.”

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Catching up on recognition

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TRR photo by Dave Hulse

Six employees were honored by the Wayne County Commissioners last week. Pictured are Kate Magalski, left, Debbie Varcoe and Lisa Borthwick. Standing are Commissioner Wendell Kay, left, employees John McCormick and Craig Rickard, and commissioners Brian Smith and Jonathan Fritz.

Also honored but unavailable for the photo was Charlotte Myers.

ONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Commissioners have been sporadically, as they’ve described it, making up for years of oversights by honoring senior county employees for their length of service.

The six honored on March 31 tallied 155 years of service among them. They included Charlotte Myers, 20 years; Craig Rickard, 25 years; Kate Magalski, 28 years; Lisa Borthwick, 20 years; Debbie Varcoe, 30 years; and John McCormick, 32 years.

While they don’t often take the opportunity to tell them, Commissioners Chair Brian Smith said, “We very much appreciate it.”

“Thank you for being good examples for the rest of us,” added Commissioner Wendell Kay. Adding up hours and weeks, Commissioner Jonathan Fritz quipped that their combined hours equaled some 95,000 half-hour episodes of “Seinfeld.” On a more serious

note Fritz said that “with today’s turnover, most people have three or more work references in their lives. That you have 20 to 32 years here is astounding. It’s not easy dealing with the public daily. Thanks for your patience.”

Separately, the commissioners approved a certificate of congratulations for Rebecca Kinzinger, who has attained the Girl Scouts Gold Award, the equivalent of the Boy Scouts Eagle Scout rank.

In other business, the commissioners agreed to contract with Enterprise Fleet Management to lease instead of purchase replacement county vehicles. Wayne will have approximately 80 vehicles in the program. The agreement did not include any contract cost, but Smith said Wayne anticipates savings from the changeover and Commissioners’ Chief Clerk added that leasing will help with fleet cost budgeting.

After reviewing three bids, the commissioners awarded a contract for commissary and auxiliary equipment at the county correctional facility to the Keefe Commissary Network.

New York budget reaction

By FRITZ MAYER

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LBANY, NY — The most trumpeted feature of the newly passed New York State budget is the hike in the minimum wage to $15 per hour. But that might not necessarily take effect in the entire state.

In New York City, the increase from $9 to $15 will take place over three years from the end of 2016, but companies with fewer than 10 employees have an extra year to reach that level. In Long Island and some other locations close to the city, the increase to $15 will take place over six years. In all upstate counties, the minimum will increase to $12.50 over five years, and will only climb to $15 if, in the opinion of two government agencies, the economy can handle the increase.

In reacting to the passage of the budget, New York State Sen. John Bonacic issued a statement that ignored the mini-

mum wage and instead focused on other parts of the budget.

He pointed out a number of features he considers wins for constituents: “A landmark, new tax cut of approximately $4.2 billion for millions of middle-class New Yorkers, when fully phased in; keeping spending growth below two percent, with no new taxes, which is crucial to protecting New Yorkers financially; a record-high level of school aid, $24.8 billion; a record $55 billion transportation capital plan to achieve true parity in infrastructure funding between upstate and downstate.”

Congressman Chris Gibson, who is not running for the same office again, but who is considering a run for the governor’s office, did address the minimum wage increase, and was not very pleased with it. He said Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s “mandate to raise the minimum wage without serious regard to the consequences on upstate, non-profits, small

businesses and family farms is a direct result of his desire to drive up his flagging poll numbers.”

Gibson was also critical of the process by which the budget was negotiated. He said, “Once again, we have a budget deal that was delivered to New Yorkers after backroom arm twisting and deal making, and driven by political spats and retribution.”

Andrea Stewart-Cousins, the Democratic minority leader in the Senate, was also critical of the process, saying that in fact the three-men-in-a-room process, which has been playing out in Albany for decades in terms of negotiating the budget, had even taken a step backwards. She told the television news program “Capital Tonight” that in the past, journalists knew where the three men—the governor, the Senate majority leader, and the Assembly speaker—were meeting and could ask them questions about the negotiations.

But this year, even that bit of transpar-

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Another part of the process that also drew complaints was the total lack of ethics reform contained in the budget legislation. Because the former speaker of the Assembly and Senate majority leader were both convicted of fraud charges this year, and a record number of lawmakers have been indicted over the past decade, there was an expectation among many that ethics reform would be addressed in the budget process.

Initially, Cuomo had a package of ethics reforms in the budget, but they were dropped early on. Blair Horner, executive director of New York Public Interest Research Group said, “Almost immediately, the governor dropped the issue and spent virtually no time marshalling public support behind his plan. He says ethics will be a top priority for the second half of the legislative session. We’ll see.”

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EDITORIAL

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Benefits of the state budget

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ith the economy on the rebound, Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the state legislature agreed to a new state budget on March 31, which Cuomo called one of the best budgets in years. That might be overstating the case a bit, but there is a lot in it that various groups will like.

Minimum wage workers in New York City will probably like the budget because it dictates that they will be paid $15 per hour within three years. Minimum wage employees in areas close to the city, meanwhile, such as Westchester and Long Island, may not like it quite as much, because they won’t achieve the $15 level until six years have elapsed. Minimum wage workers in upstate New York, however, are likely to be jealous of their counterparts in the aforementioned areas because they may not get to $15 at all. After five years, upstaters making the least amount allowable under the law will be entitled only to $12.50 per hour, and if two state agencies then decide the economy can’t handle it, the climb to $15 per hour may be halted.

Cuomo and other Democrats had wanted $15 per hour across the entire state, but Republicans in the House pushed back hard; thus the compromise. This is supposed to be meant to protect small upstate businesses that may not be able to survive the burden of a $15 per hour minimum wage, and it may do that—but it may also make some laborers in counties north of Westchester feel like second-class citizens. It may also prompt them to seek employment in upstate fast food establishments, where the minimum wage is guaranteed to be $15 per hour by 2021.

All of this raises the question whether the proposed increases will have the impact Cuomo was seeking when he joined labor groups in seeking the “Fight for 15” nearly a year ago. The idea is that a person who works in a full-time job should be able to live a decent life. The answer depends in part on the functioning of the economy in the years ahead.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the high-

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est spending power of the federal minimum wage was in 1968, when the level was $1.60. But the purchasing power at that time in 2012 dollars was $10.34. In the upstate counties the wage will rise by $.70 through 2020, so given that it will still be somewhat behind the all-time high in terms of purchasing power, it is not likely to reach quite the height of the federal minimum wage in the 1960s.

Still, given the recent history of the minimum wage, and its level in other states such as Pennsylvania where it is still $7.25 per hour, for the lowest-level upstate earners this is probably a better outcome than if the legislature had done nothing at all.

The other big item seen as an achievement for Cuomo and the Democrats is that this budget includes a provision for paid family leave. By 2018, all full-time and parttime workers who have been working at a job for at least six months, will be eligible for eight weeks of paid family leave, and the amount of leave time will be increased over four years to 12 weeks of leave, and guarantees that the employee can get his or her job back.

The leave will be paid for through a payroll deduction of up to $.45 per week the first year, with future amounts to be determined on the basis of an analysis of the costs of the program in the previous year. It will cover two thirds of an employee’s salary or wages. The leave will insure that mothers or fathers can leave work to take care of a newborn infant or newly adopted child, or care for an ill or dying relative.

The new law is one that Cuomo had been pushing for at speeches and rallies, but this law, like the minimum wage effort, was opposed by business groups. Unshackle Upstate executive director Greg Biryla wrote, “Rather than taking the opportunity to make New York more business friendly or grow its economy, this budget agreement imposes additional burdens and challenges for employers—especially those in upstate communities.

“This unprecedented minimum wage mandate on employers—in addition to a paid leave program—will ensure that New York’s business climate will remain one of the worst in the nation, even as our tax burden remains among the highest in the nation.”

Mike Durant, New York State director of the National Federation of Independent Businesses wrote, “The announced budget agreement incorporates provisions which will threaten the viability of New York’s small businesses and set our state on a path of complete economic uncertainty. With an agenda filled with false narratives, Gov. Cuomo’s push for the most expansive paid leave mandate and highest minimum wage will put Main Street in fiscal peril.”

According to the United Nation’s Institute of Labor, 98 countries offer paid family leave of 14 weeks or more to care for a new child. Why can’t we?

According to the Department of Labor, the minimum wage was worth at least $10.34 an hour in 1968. Why should it not be worth at least that much today, and adjusted for inflation increases from there?

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A big “yes” on the ECS budget Let me be perfectly clear. I anticipate being fully in favor of the Eldred Central School District (ECS) budget when it is released at the April board meeting. I am aware of the surpluses that will be generated by the 201516 budget. I am familiar with the governor’s state aid proposal as it stands awaiting action by the legislature.

As a homeowner I am happy to vote for a 1% tax increase (allowable under the tax cap) because the state will reimburse me in the fall. It is a good thing.

Apparently, after I left the March 10 Board meeting, (due to a health concern), a board member totally misconstrued my remarks. I want to set the record straight.

I am impressed by the progress that ECS has made in the last year and a half as far as curriculum improvements.

I am impressed by the use of surplus funds to improve facilities so money does not have to be borrowed.

I guess when the voters say “no” the administration can and will find another way to get the job done. I vote “yes!” I would like to see a very large positive turnout for this year’s budget as an affirmation of your approval with the way things have been turned around. Your votes over the past five years have been crucial. Last May your vote placed an energetic, hardworking, well spoken advocate for children on the board. I know we can do it again.

It is a recipe for great success at ECS. I look forward to it.

Paul A. Clark Jr. Barryville, NY

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“Managers receiving hundreds of thousands a year— and setting their compensation for themselves—are not being paid wages, they are appropriating surplus value in the guise of wages.”

— Michael Harrington

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MY VIEW

By Bill Williams

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Make addiction recovery a priority in New York State

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n early February I joined several hundred recovery advocates to meet with lawmakers in Albany. We told our stories of an addiction epidemic that is killing 362 people daily in our communities, stories of struggle, recurrence of the disease, lack of services, incarceration, and unspeakable loss. At the time I wrote about some of these stories on Medium (see http://bit.ly/1oyuNVu).

When we met with lawmakers in Albany we were told that our request to add $50 million to a grossly underfunded Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuses Services (OASAS) budget to support Recovery Community Organizations, Recovery Community Centers, Recovery Coaches, and Family Support Navigators was entirely reasonable and rational.

More recently the subcommittee for mental health decided that $15 million in additional funds for the executive budget was an appropriate response to the greatest public health crisis the nation has seen in decades. This insignificant amount of money isn’t nearly enough to address the most deadly (and stigmatized) epidemic to hit New Yorkers since the AIDS crisis.

My Easter began Good Friday with a phone call from a distraught mother looking for help, trying to get her daughter into long-term rehabilitation. Shortly afterward I talked with another mother whose son is struggling to find adequate long-term recovery services. Both have stories of substandard treatment facilities in Sullivan County—a county where the coroner reports that a quarter of all deaths are drug related. Today I had yet another call from a mother desperate to find adequate treatment that also meets the requirements of Sullivan County’s Drug Court.

Without recovery supports in place, our loved ones who receive addiction prevention and treatment services lack a continuum of care for their illness. This means that

when they return to our communities, sustained recovery from the disease of addiction becomes extremely difficult. Their disease recurs; they may break the law or even die. The broken system is a setup for failure. We must invest in the infrastructure of recovery supports.

It’s easy to give well-meaning but empty platitudes to a distraught mother or father who has lost a child when they beg lawmakers for help in addressing the numberone killer among people aged 18 to 24. But they deserve more. Our families deserve action. We need the necessary resources put into the state OASAS budget so that our loved ones don’t continue to die.

Twenty-three million Americans are now living in recovery from the disease of addiction. That’s 23 million taxpayers who are contributing to their communities.

These people, who have successfully battled their disease of addiction, are no longer a tax-drain on our communities; rather they are functioning, productive members of society. They have jobs, families of their own, and lives filled with hope and purpose. They are living miracles—people who were able to overcome a once helpless and hopeless addiction to live a life transformed into one of health and wellness.

With 22 million Americans living with active addiction, the solution of recovery is not only possible; it must be made available to anyone who needs it. The key is that our leaders must be willing to invest financially to address the problem of addiction now. It’s time to stop talking and start investing so another family like mine doesn’t lose a loved one to the chronic, progressive and too often fatal disease of addiction.

We need to make addiction recovery a priority now and it starts with the budget.

I am registered and I vote.

[Bill Williams is a resident of Lew Beach, NY.]

COMMUNITY ACHIEVERS Eldred school a GRAMMY semifinalist ELDRED, NY — The GRAMMY Foundation has selected 119 schools nationwide as GRAMMY Signature Schools semifinalists for 2016, and for the fourth year in a row Eldred Central School has been named.

Created in 1998, the GRAMMY Signature Schools program recognizes top U.S. public high schools that are making an outstanding commitment to music education during an academic school year.

The foundation’s annual Signature Schools Community Award offers financial support to local high school music education programs using the model of the GRAMMY Signature Schools program. This partner-supported program allows the GRAMMY Foundation to identify and select a high school music program from communities around the country to receive a grant of $2,000. This year’s award recipient will come from the list of 119 semifinalists.

Superintendent Robert M. Dufour cited Eldred Central School for its excellent music programs and praised music educators Justin Glodich, Brian Nivison and Kristen Martorano for providing the outstanding music and theater programs in the school. Over two-thirds of the student body at ECSD participate in the music and theater programs offered.

Monticello ‘Best Community for Music Education’ MONTICELLO, NY — Monticello has been named a Best Community for Music Education (BCME) by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation for the seventh year. Out of the nation’s 13,515 school districts, 476 were chosen to receive this designation.

“The schools and districts that the NAMM Foundation honors this year with this award demonstrate a commitment to supporting music education and assuring opportunities for music learning in the curriculum for all students,” said Mary Luehrsen of the NAMM Foundation. “We are moving from a time when curricula were narrowed due to pressure from testing and test-prep remediation to a broader view of what is important for all children. That includes access to a well-rounded education, and an opportunity to learn and grow with music and the arts.”

The BCME survey requires districts to answer detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and community music-making programs.

By Cass Collins

Rebooting the future

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here was a time, as a young mother, that I wondered if my children would ever know me beyond my role as their caregiver. As devoted as I was to them then, I knew that an important part of who I am was not being expressed through motherhood alone. At some point I had decided not to return my previous corporate life as an advertising executive. The thought that my kids would never see me going to work in a suit didn’t bother me. It was when I imagined them not ever really knowing who I was, that I was able to give myself permission to explore my other drives.

Recently I was featured in an online article by Linda Dyett titled “Don’t Retire — Reboot” on the website NYCWoman.com. The site is devoted to women “on the right side of 50,” and the article was about women over 60 who had reinvented themselves after a career. It got me thinking about how much I owe my “re-invention” to my parttime life in the Catskills.

It was in this very newspaper that I answered a call for a columnist some 16 years ago. A few years later, I answered my first audition notice in 25 years. The people I met through those two choices are some of the most important people in my life, after my family. And rather than slowing down, my life is ever more varied and vibrant than before as a result of my continued involvement in theatre and writing. Only my retirement account has suffered.

These days, city dwellers are coming to the Catskills to do more than just relax for a weekend. They are finding a way to build new careers and live a different kind of life —even before retirement. Before Marla Puccetti and Paul Nanni opened The Heron on Narrowsburg’s Main Street, they pursued careers in New York City: she as a television producer, he as an executive chef and operator of a catering business. Now they work as hard as they ever did but they own their business and are buying a local home.

Mary Greene, leader of The Upper Delaware Writers Collective, came to the area from Brooklyn to work in a summer camp 25 years ago. She started the Collective after seeing the need for a formal writing group and later became an entrepreneur with her Beaverbrook Cottage vacation rental.

Most of the people I know here have reinvented themselves at least a few times before turning 50. Maybe it’s just the way life is to those who are open to its vicissitudes.

You can find a dozen Renaissance people on Narrowsburg’s Main Street alone, from Barry Becker, former fashion model and fashion executive, now real estate salesman and, with his partner Tony Coscia, an owner of River Gallery Art & Antiques, to Ron Santos, former NYPD detective turned Fine Wines & Spirits purveyor.

Many of our neighbors are reinventing themselves in their 30s, living the bohemian life their forebears may have lived in Greenwich Village, as craftspeople, potters and weavers right here in Sullivan County. Some are starting small businesses that attract residents as well as visitors. Others are using the relatively inexpensive real estate to build a new kind of film industry within two hours of New York City. Distilleries and craft breweries are attracting tourists and entrepreneurs alike.

Some people think Sullivan County’s future hinges on casino gambling. If our county marketers are listening, they might try selling Sullivan County as the place to reinvent yourself. It’s a gamble, but the odds are on our side.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS Art scholarship available

Florence B. Crandall, our beloved mother, age 83, passed away on April 2, 2016, with her family by her side.

Born in the Bronx, NY, on September 19, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Elsie and Anthony Poth. She was predeceased by her husband, Kenneth, in 2008. Florence will be greatly missed by her children, Jeffrey (Tina) Crandall of Newark Valley, NY; Cheryl (John) Marshall of Binghamton, NY; Brian (Mariann) Crandall of Hawley, PA; and Kevin Crandall (Bridget Tucker) of Albany, NY, and grandchildren Jillian, Lauren, John, Bradley, Benjamin, Andrew and Alexander. Florence is also survived by sisters Jeanine Poth of Barryville, NY, and Suzanne (David) Cron of Muncy, PA, and brother John (Doris) Poth of Scottsdale, AZ. Florence is also survived by her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Richard and Betty Crandall of Narrowsburg, NY and Douglas and Nancy Crandall of Groton, CT, along with several very special nieces and nephews.

Florence worked at Catskill Regional Medical Center from 1974 to 2006, where she made many close and long-lasting friendships. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church in Narrowsburg, the Tusten Senior Citizens Group, the Ecumenical Food Pantry and JPIC. Mom was a lovely person with always a kind word. She had many close friends who watched out for her over the last several years, for which we would like to thank you all. Mom enjoyed and appreciated your company immensely. We will miss her very much.

Also, we would like to thank Mom’s caregivers, JoAnn Genninger and Mark Hall, for their wonderful and compassionate care. We give you our utmost gratitude.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier RC Church, 151 Bridge St. Narrowsburg, NY. Father Dennis Dinan will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Francis Cemetery, Narrowsburg, NY. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Florence with a memorial donation are asked to kindly consider a contribution to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza #1615, New York, NY 10122.

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY and WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The 2016 Stanley J. Segal Scholarship Fund for Visual Arts is available for seniors from high schools in Wayne County, PA and Sullivan County, NY who plan to pursue advanced studies in the visual arts, including painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture and photography. One scholarship of $500 will be awarded.

The Stanley J. Segal Scholarship is administered through the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance (DVAA), 37 Main St., PO Box 170, Narrowsburg, NY 12764.

Application deadline is Friday, May 22 at 4 p.m. This is not a postmark deadline; applications must be received in DVAA offices by that time, either through the mail or in person.

Candidates must submit a portfolio of 10 to 12 images on a clearly marked disc, accompanied by a page listing the images by number, title, medium and creation date. Students must also include full contact information and several paragraphs in writing about themselves and their plans for advanced study. Be sure to include your name on each page.

Guidelines and student information sheets are available at DVAA offices, school guidance offices and on the DVAA website at www.delawarevalleyartsal liance.org. For more information email dvaagrants@gmail.com or call 845/2527576.

DEATH NOTICES Doris C. Steffens Doris C. Steffens of the Beechwoods, Callicoon, NY died on Thursday, March 31, 2016 at her home. She was 100.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 8, 2016 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Narrowsburg at 10 a.m. Pastor Phyllis Haynes will officiate.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Orange & Sullivan, 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550 or the American Cancer Society.

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Celebrate local history at Kennedy Festival HAWLEY, PA — This painstakingly restored depot of the D&H Gravity Railroad in Waymart is the headquarters of the Waymart Area Historical Society, one of 12 local history organizations participating in the Thomas Kennedy Local History Festival on April 16 at the Hawley Silk Mill on Route 6. From 9:30 to 11 a.m., Jane Varcoe will moderate a discussion of obtaining grants for non-profits. From 12 noon to 3 p.m., the participating societies will present exhibits manned by knowledgeable volunteers offering free handouts, items for sale and information about their areas and facilities. This is the third year for this free event, named for Thomas Kennedy, the local educator who did so much to promote the study of local history in the area. For more information email yannster@ptd.net or call 570/253-5468.

Vollmer to speak at WEDCO dinner HONESDALE, PA — Jamie Vollmer, president of Vollmer Inc., will give the keynote presentation at the Wayne Economic Development Corp. (WEDCO) annual dinner on April 27, held at Bryn Mawr Conference Center.

Vollmer once produced the “Best Ice Cream in America!” as declared by People magazine, and now is a nationallyacclaimed speaker and advocate for business-education partnerships. Vollmer will use his personal transformation from critic to ally of public education to highlight the critical need for educators and business leaders to work together to raise student achievement.

The dinner will begin at 6:15 p.m. with a general reception. A buffet dinner will follow at 7 p.m. All are welcome and reservations are required. The cost is $85 per person; tables of eight are also available at a discounted cost. Contact WEDCO at ekorb@wedcorp.org or 570/253-5334 for reservations.

Major event sponsors include Bold Gold Media Group, Grimm Construction Company, Pioneer Construction Company, PPL Utilities, Reilly Associates, The Dime Bank and Wayne Memorial Health System. For more information visit www. wedcorp.org.

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ONESDALE, PA — The Transition Community Garden at Ellen Memorial Health Care Center on Golf Hill Road is seeking new garden members for the 2016 growing season.

Both experienced and beginning gardeners are invited to apply. Up to 15 raised-bed garden plots are available this year in two sizes—four-by-eight foot and four-by-16 foot. Plots are available on a sliding payment scale based on ability to pay, beginning at $25 for the gardening season.

Gardeners practice organic growing methods, not using chemicals on their plots. Water is available on-site and the garden gets sun all day long. Members are an enthusiastic group of people who want to share their gardening experiences and cultivate new gardening friendships.

For an application or for more information, email janebollinger05@ve rizon.net or call 570/253-5711. Please provide a phone number and email address, if you have one.

Talk about tanneries at preservation meeting LAKE HUNTINGTON, NY — The Cochecton Ambulance Corps has donated an antique cane and wood wheelchair to the Cochecton Preservation Society. The unique chair Contributed photo will be on display at the An antique wheelchair will Erie Depot, which adds to be on display at the flavor of the station’s the Erie Depot in history. The society will Cochecton, NY. host a meeting Tuesday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. at the Cochecton Town Hall, 74 Smales Rd., due to the cold weather. Art Hassis will talk about the tanneries of Cochecton. All are welcome.

There will be free refreshments. For more information visit www.cochectonpreserva tionsociety.com or call 845/932-8104.

Award season coming for WCHS HONESDALE, PA — The Wayne County Historical Society (WCHS) has awarded the prestigious Historic Preservation Awards since 1993 in three separate categories. The categories that are recognized are historic preservation of structures and sites; historic preservation of objects; and individuals or organizations who have been historic preservation advocates through their art, research, writing, or in other ways. Visit www.waynehistorypa.org for the nomination form and policy on the Historic Preservation Award criteria. The historical society board will accept nominations for the 2016 awards until Tuesday, May 10. The WCHS is located at 810 Main St. Stop in or call 570/253-3240 for more information.

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ethel School, located a few miles from downtown Honesdale, is a well-preserved one-room school house, built about 1870. The school sits on county land near the former Poor Farm in Berlin Township. It was closed as a school in 1951, and its stone foundation was beginning to crumble when the Wayne County Historical Society met with the county commissioners in May of 1997 at the building to discuss the possibility of saving it before it collapsed. The commissioners agreed to put in a new stone foundation and paid for a new roof, rebuilt the porch and stairs, and had the exterior painted in historically accurate colors. Much work was provided by the county jail’s work-release program Since the summer of 1998, the historical society’s volunteers have organized educational programs and open houses at the Bethel School through an agreement with the county commissioners. Since then, thousands of visitors have walked back in time by visiting the Bethel School.

From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society 810 Main St., Honesdale, PA, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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t’s that time of year (or is it? With the snow I am a little confused) —Litter Pluck will be starting soon. If you are interested in helping out to keep Cochecton clean, give Jerry a call at 845/932-8210 for more information. Do I have good news for you? Yes. Lake Huntington is going to have a restaurant open on a Tuesday. The grand opening of Lake View Pizzeria was on Tuesday, April 5, offering pizzas for only $10, toppings extra. The new phone number is 845/932-8131. The restaurant will be open Tuesday through Saturday and closed Sunday and Monday. Stop in and check out their menu.

Tax season is over; my books were closed out on Monday, April 4. If you have any questions you will have to call the county at 845/807-0200. You can always go to www.taxlookup.net for a receipt. Thank you to all for making it a great year: we passed last year’s percentage of the total tax dollars owed that were paid. Whoo-oo, little things make me happy.

Bored and looking for something to do? Come on out and support the Lake Huntington Presbyterian Church Saturday, April 9 at their penny social. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and calling begins at 12:30 p.m. Call 570/7298247 or 845/932-8923 for more info.

Yummy yummy pancakes can be yours on Sunday, April 10 at the Lake Huntington Fire Company from 7 a.m. to 12 noon. The cost for adults is $7, for kids five

COMMUNITY CURRICULUM All about the Gorongosa Restoration Project BEACH LAKE, PA — Don Hughes, environmental historian, one of the founders of the field in the ‘70s, and professor emeritus at the University of Denver, will speak about the Gorongosa Restoration Project at the meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, April 10 at the Berlin Township Community Center.

The restoration project is one of the most noted in Africa. Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique was famed among tourists for its diverse wildlife, but a terrible civil war killed thousands of people and 95% of the large animals. American benefactor Greg Carr believes that the restoration of local communities and the park must go hand in hand, and he is providing millions of dollars for jobs, health services, education, scientific study and reintroduction of animals. Hughes has interviewed Carr and others associated with the project. The talk will be accompanied by a PowerPoint presentation. For directions visit www.uduuf.org/directions.

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through 11 is $5, and is free for children under 4. For more information call RuthAnne at 845/932-8514 Yadda, yaddaâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I know this has been in for the last few weeks, but they still need donations. The Cochecton Youth Commission will be holding a penny social on Sunday, May 15 at the Lakeview Pizzeria (formerly known as Angelinaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s). Doors open at 2 p.m., calling begins at 3 p.m. The group is looking for prizes and donations (new or slightly used items only.) You can drop them off at the new town hall on May 3 from 6 to 7 p.m.

I would like to wish a very special person a happy birthday: Jamie Meyer, enjoy life and keep smiling, Please keep Tom Bonanza and his family in your thoughts and prayers. Tom is going into New York Presbyterian hospital for open-heart surgery. A belated birthday wish to Tom on his 64th birthday on April 6. Makes me think of the Beatles song, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Will you still need me, will you still feed me when Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m 64.â&#x20AC;? Good luck, Tom and may God bless you.

Florence Crandall, long time worker of the Narrowsburg Ecumenical Food Pantry, passed away. See the obituary on page 8 for information about the wake and memorial mass.

Have a great week and email leeniebeans@citlink.net or call 845/252-3568 if you have news.

Creating retail displays HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Greater Honesdale Partnership (GHP), in conjunction with the University of Scranton, Small Business Development Center, will present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Creating Engaging Retail Displaysâ&#x20AC;? on Thursday, April 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Vineyard Center, 761 Terrace St. The Dime Bank, Honesdale National Bank and Wayne Bank, all Greater Honesdale Partnership members, are the sponsors for this free seminar.

Advance registration is required to reserve your seat for this informative seminar, presented by Francene Dudziec, special projects coordinator at The University of Scranton Small Business Development Center. You do not have to be a Honesdale business person or GHP member to attend.

Pre-registration is required by April 25. For a registration form or more information email ghp@visithones dalepa.com (put â&#x20AC;&#x153;Seminarâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line) or call 570/253-5492.

Take home a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;fairy gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; HURLEYVILLE, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friends of the Garden will hold a sip and garden session on Tuesday, April 19, at 6:30 p.m. at the Pickled Owl Restaurant on Main St. At the event, participants will learn about gardening, and each person will create a â&#x20AC;&#x153;fairy gardenâ&#x20AC;? to take home. A fairy garden is a miniature garden created with actual living plants and other miniature components. It is designed to lure fairies and with them good luck to your home, a tiny space created for you to nurture and enjoy.

The cost of $35 includes the materials for your takehome garden, one beverage and refreshments. For more information and to register call Nora Rausch at 845/4343146. The fee can be sent to Nora Rausch, 135 Krum Rd., Hurleyville, NY 12747 or dropped off at the Pickled Owl. Registration closes on Friday, April 15.

The Friends of the Garden, a cadre of formally trained and experienced gardeners, offers a wide variety of classes each month.

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ARRIS, NY — In conjunction with National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Catskill Regional Medical Center announced its pledge to help increase colorectal cancer screening rates in Sullivan County by supporting the “80% by 2018” initiative, led by the American Cancer Society (ACS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable, an organization co-founded by the ACS and CDC. While colorectal cancer incidence rates have dropped 30% in the U.S. over the last 10 years among adults 50 and older, it is still the nation’s second-leading cause of

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ARRIS, NY — Catskill Regional Medical Center will host a free support group for individuals with hearing loss on Monday, April 11 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in its boardroom on the second floor of the Ambulatory Services Building, located at 68 Harris-Bushville Rd. The group is facilitated by Dr. Deborah Lynn, a local audiologist and is supported by the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA).

The support group provides individuals with the latest information on the impact of hearing loss and the technology options available and offers advice, encouragement and education. Additionally, it provides a unique forum for individuals to discuss the management of hearing loss. Registration is not required.

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Heart & Art raises funds for congenital heart defects

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INGMANS FERRY, PA — The Adult Congenital Heart Association will hold its Heart & Art Painting Fundraiser at the Birchwood Lakes Community Association Clubhouse on April 17, from 2 to 5 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit the charity.

It is a little known fact that one in every 100 babies born today is born with a structural heart defect. Taken together, all congenital heart defects represent the number one birth defect in the world. The mission of The Adult Congenital Heart Association is to improve and extend the lives of the millions born with heart defects through education, advocacy and the promotion of research.

Registration is limited, since each participant will be be creating a painting that would make a lovely Mother’s Day gift or hang proudly in your own home.

The painting party will be lead by Jill Carletti, managing director and lead instructor of Harmony Presents’ Libations & Creations paint parties. It is hosted

by Nancy Costanzo (a congenital heart survivor, herself) and her husband, Ray Costanzo.

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Catskill Regional Medical Center announces the following births: Braiden Lucas Romaine was born on March 1, 2016 to Nicole Romaine of Barryville, NY. Logan James Wilcox was born on March 2, 2016 to Kathleen and Joseph Wilcox of Eldred, NY.

Thandar Win joins CRMG

ARRIS, NY — Thandar A. Win, MD, has joined the Catskill Regional Medical Group (CRMG) Primary Care office to provide outpatient behavioral health services.

At CRMG, Win, along with a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), will work on social, medical and behavioral needs across the spectrum of care. As a team, they take a collaborative approach in partnering with patients who need care in the outpatient setting. They work to set goals and priorities of patients in effort to progress their care plans forward. Outpatient behavioral health services includes treatment for depression, anxiety, psychotic disorder, mood disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorder, PTSD, ADHD, childhood/adolescent anxiety, childhood/adolescent depression,

childhood/adolescent bipolar disorder and childhood/adolescent schizophrenia.

“The goal of integrating behavioral health services with primary care is to provide our patients a continuum of preventive, restorative mental health and addiction services in the right setting at the right time, as well as to work with inpatient and other community programs as appropriate,” said Dr. Lauren Roman, Sullivan County director for primary care at Catskill Regional Medical Group.

Win is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. She’s board-certified in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology . She earned her Drug Enforcement Administration license in 2014.

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Five questions to ask your doctor about managing pain medications they prefer to avoid.”

Physicians and hospitals are now using a “multimodal approach” to reduce the use of narcotics to manage pain after surgery. This means a combination of medications are used before, during and after the procedure to block the pain in different areas. A typical multimodal program may include short- and longlasting local anesthetics (numbing medications that can be injected directly into the surgical site during the procedure) and anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen and aspirin.

“Today, more than ever, we have several alternatives to effectively treat pain after surgery that can reduce or even eliminate the need for narcotics. The Voice Your Choice campaign aims to educate women about these options and encourage them to initiate a discussion with their physician about their preference in pain treatment before surgery,” Funk says.

Consider Funk’s top five questions to help you #VoiceYourChoice: • How will my pain be managed before, during and after surgery?

• How much discomfort is usually associated with this procedure?

• What non-narcotic pain control options do I have?

• What side effects can I expect?

• How will I manage pain at home?

The Voice Your Choice campaign is sponsored by Pacira Pharmaceuticals and HealthyWomen. Visit HealthyWomen.org/PainCenter to learn more about postsurgical pain control options and how to #VoiceY ourChoice with a physician.

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The survey of more than 700 women in the United States who had undergone surgery found that while over 90 % were aware of the risk of addiction to narcotics, and would prefer not to use them to manage pain after their procedure, 80% still did. And while the women surveyed unanimously indicated wanting a choice in how their pain is managed, less than a third (27%) asked their doctor about options. The survey was conducted on HealthyWomen.org.

“The women we surveyed were savvy about narcotic-related risks. In fact, over a third of them reported personally knowing someone who developed an addiction from postsurgical use,” says Dr. Kristi Funk, a board-certified surgical breast specialist and founder of the Los Angeles-based Pink Lotus Breast Center. Funk has treated high-profile patients including Angelina Jolie and Sheryl Crow. “However, as the primary health care decision-makers for themselves and their families, I find it worrisome women aren’t expressing their concerns about pain control to their physicians, and as a result, are receiving

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Gallery Eva opens in Callicoon An artist’s dream comes true

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fter attending the School of Industrial Design in Prague, Czech-born artist Eva Drizhal moved to the United States in 1979, and she had a plan: to freely express herself through artistic endeavors in as many ways as possible and align with a community of like-minded individuals who share her commitment to draw, paint and sculpt a reflection of her innermost thoughts and the world around her. Drizhal found that community in Callicoon, NY, where she has lived for almost 30 years.

“I have always dreamed of having my own space to manage,” Drizhal said, “and I have had experiences, both good and bad, in many others and learned how it goes. Knowing a lot of artists who were willing to expose their work alongside mine, I got a great opportunity to rent space on Main Street in Callicoon, and acted fast.”

Seizing the moment, Eva did just that. “In one month, I created with my family team a space that was just what I was hoping for… clean, great elegant colors, right lights, simple and a welcoming place, where you can feel comfortable and see the works of many local artists who may not be widely known, but are willing to show their expressions.”

Calling on several friends in the area, Drizhal created her first show, “Primavera,” featuring Elise Freda, Naomi Teppich, Armand Agresti, Nancy Wells, Hana Marritz, Zac Shavrick and her own works. “I would like to create non-judgmental shows for everybody who is willing to participate—graphic artists, painters, woodworkers, sculptors, and those who work in collage, among others. I believe that everybody expressing themselves has [not only] the right to do it, but also to be able to show it.”

Clearly, Drizhal’s community is in full support of her vision, and as Gallery Eva opened its doors last weekend, friends, artists and aficionados streamed in to be among the first to see her dream come to fruition. With the exception of Agresti, who had a prior commitment, the artists represented were on hand for the opening reception and shared some thoughts on what it meant to them for Gallery Eva to be opening in Callicoon.

“I’m extremely impressed with the gallery,” metal sculptor Shavrick said, “and the opening feels like something local people had been waiting for and just didn’t realize it. I will be showing regularly here with a frequent

Metal sculptor Zac Shavrick has several small works in Gallery Eva’s opening exhibit “Primavera,” and is seen here with one of his pieces. Behind Shavrick, some of the works of artist Naomi Teppich are visible.

Members of the community came out in droves to celebrate the grand opening of Eva Drizhal’s new gallery in Callicoon, NY.

Gallery Eva proprietor Eva Drizhal, left, with artists Nancy Wells, Hana Marritz, Naomi Teppich and Elise Freda were all smiles during the grand opening reception on Main Street in Callicoon, NY.

rotation of smaller, affordable sculptures which are part of a larger line that I’ll be creating over the coming season.”

Echoing Shavrick’s sentiments, painter Elise Freda expounded on her feelings. “Why do I like showing my work in Callicoon? Because it’s a stimulating and vibrant experience to exhibit my work within the context of the community that serves as the visual source for so many of my paintings. Callicoon’s mountains, fields, the river and skies, are all jumping-off places for my imagery, and Callicoon is rich with visual resources.”

Multi-media artist Wells agreed. “I could not be happier that Gallery Eva has opened in Callicoon,” she enthused.

“Eva herself is a very accomplished and passionate individual and brings to the gallery a flexible artistic taste.

I have an enormous body of work in a wide range of disciplines, and without this gallery, much of my artwork would stay hidden on shelves in storage.”

It became clear that all of the artists currently represented in the gallery share Drizhal’s vision and commitment to exhibit their work locally. “Being able to show my work in Callicoon is a real pleasure,” Teppich said.

“The gallery is professionally put together [with] light grey walls, and the lighting brings out the best qualities of the work. It’s nice to show within the community and have my works exposed to the people who inhabit the area and who identify with the natural beauty of the Upper Delaware River region.”

“My expectations for the future are simple,” Drizhal concluded. “Definitely not to be rich,” she said, “but I’m just happy to serve others in realizing how art is important in our lives, and how much richer [we] can be when we understand and respect that.”

As for the future, Eva has great plans. Curating more shows on a continual basis and book readings, music, theatre and after-hour shows are but a few of the ideas that she is working on. Quoting Albert Einstein, Drizhal shared that “one of the strongest motives that lead men to art and science is escape from everyday life.” For now, that everyday life includes a new destination for those seeking a better understanding of how art influences those who have the talent to express themselves, on the banks of the Delaware, in Callicoon, NY. Gallery Eva is located at 35 Lower Main Street and is open Friday through Monday from 12 noon to 6 p.m., or by appointment. For more information call 845/887-3202.

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ENTERTAINMENT BRIEFS ‘Carol Smith & Friends: Songs in the Making’

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UpFront holds spring reception PORT JERVIS, NY — UpFront Exhibition Space will hold its Spring Artist’s Reception on Saturday, April 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. Included in this exhibition is New Zealand artist and author Heather Sarin.

Sarin exhibited a collection of elephantinspired pieces in New York, for the Sri Lanka Mission to the United Nations, to raise funds for The Sri Lanka Wildlife Conservation Society. With two thirds of the collection selling, UpFront is pleased to be able to exhibit some of the remaining elephant paintings.

Among the many other artists represented will be Todd Anderson, Adrienne Butvinik, Josh Mayfield, Bob Riciotti, Anna Silberg, Craig Smedley and Elva Zingaro. This event is open to the public and there is no admission fee. There will be live music by Kevin McComb.

The show will run through May 22. UpFront Exhibition Space is located at 31 Jersey Ave. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 12 noon to 5 p.m.

UpFront has also announced the grand opening of Laughing Water Studio in Port Jervis on April 9. Laughing Water Studio specializes in a wide variety of photographic services.

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NARROWSBURG, NY — Carol Smith will perform a concert of new original songs in collaboration with six other musicians, who have been invited to add vocals, violin, guitar, mandolin and drumming to the original compositions.

The concert, the final installment of the DVAA’s Salon Series, will be held in the Krause Recital Hall, Delaware Arts Center, 37 Main St., on Saturday, April 9 from 3 to 5 pm. The suggested admission fee is $10.

The program grew out of an Artists in the Community Decentralization grant awarded to Smith in 2015. The grant was funded by New York State Council on the Arts and administered by DVAA. Smith is a founder of the local Americana band Little Sparrow, and co-produces Woodsongs Coffeehouse, now in its sixth season at the Sullivan County Museum in Hurleyville.

Artists who will be augmenting Smith’s songs include Mike Cervone, Ruta Cole, Barbara Gogan, Van Manakas, Aldo Troiani and Lester Wilson.

For tickets and information call 845/252-7576 or visit www.delawareval leyartsalliance.org.

Harmony Presents: Nakoa and Flemons

HAWLEY, PA — Matt Nakoa, a repeat performer at Harmony Presents, will return once again on Friday, April 8. “Our audiences absolutely love Matt Na- Contributed photo koa. We’re excited for his Dom Flemons return,” said managing director Jill Carletti, who describes him as “not easily pinned down,” and, quoting a recent review, “one of those well kept secrets you just can’t help but celebrate: intimate and genuine, soulful and bittersweet, a rich poetic songbook sung in praise to a complicated, emotionally present world.’”

On Saturday, April 9, Dom Flemons, one of the founders of the Grammy Awardwinning folk band The Carolina Chocolate Drops, will perform. Carletti describes him as “the American Songster,” pulling from traditions of old-time folk music to create new sounds.

Tickets for both performances cost $19 in advance and $22 at the door. All concerts start at 8 p.m. and end around 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.har monypresents.com. They can also be purchased in advance in person at AMSkier Insurance located at 209 Main Ave. For more information visit www.har monypresents.com, email jill@silkmill harmony.com or call 570/588-8077.

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MATAMORAS, PA — The Prom, an Upper Delaware GLBT Center (UDGLBT) event will be held on Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. at the Best Western Inn at Hunt’s Landing, located at 120 Route 6 and 209. This year’s theme is “Hooray for Hollywood.”

The dinner/dance will be held in the ballroom and will feature the audacious local celebrity “Sugar,” with music provided by DJ Flow and Hot–Traxx Entertainment.

Formal pictures will be taken, and there will also be a photo booth, provided by Flash Shack. Come dressed in your glamorous Hollywood best, as your favorite movie character, or simply as a movie extra—dressed the way you are right now.

The prom is an inclusive, festive gala replete with the traditional and commemorative aspects of a prom, but designed for a broad spectrum of guests. It is an opportunity for the community to show our young people, many of whom struggle every day, that their lives and their social experiences can be enjoyable and memorable even during their teen years. For adolescents who are LGBT or who have yet to resolve their sexual or gender identity and comfort zone, the teen years can be a bitter battleground, internally and externally. The Prom allows them to comfortably come solo or to bring whomever they wish as a date and to be themselves.

Tickets cost $50 for adults and $30 for ages 14 to 20. Tickets can be purchased at www.udglbt.org, by sending a check to UDGLBT, PO Box 1295, Milford, PA 18337; or in person from Kris Jarmann at Wells Fargo, 224 Broad St., Milford.

HORTONVILLE, NY — The 30th Hortonville Talent Show will take place on Saturday, April 16 at 7 p.m. the Hortonville Presbyterian Church. It will be another fun-filled evening of family entertainment with acts you won’t see anywhere else.

There will be returning acts and new surprises. It is not a competition. Everyone is a winner, with performers awarded unique certificates. The judges will be Carol Montana, Jonathan Fox TRR file photo and Dharma the Wonder Dog, Judges Carol Montana and Richard Ross will be master and River Reporter’s of ceremonies.

Jonathan Fox join local This year donations will again celebrity Dharma the benefit the Youth Economic Wonder Dog at last year’s Group (YEG) in Liberty, who’s Hortonville Talent Show. home base is the new “Spark” House in the Methodist parsonage on Main St. 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. They will be on hand to answer questions and will have their “Basement Bags” for sale.

Refreshments will follow the show. The suggested donation is $5, $10 for families. For more information call 845/887 4756 or 887-4346.

Fallsburg history bus tour SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY — Sullivan County Historian John Conway will lead a bus tour of the Town of Fallsburg on Sunday, April 10. There will be two separate tours, one leaving at 10 a.m. and one at 1:30 p.m.

Curious about what the Town of Fallsburg used to be like? Where were the hot spots? Who were the big names?

What did people do? Join Conway, the Fallsburg Library, and the Fallsburg Central School District on a bus tour to learn about ithe town’s rich history.

This event has been made possible, in part, by a grant from Stewart’s Shops. Buses are being provided by the Fallsburg Central School District. For more information and to reserve a spot call 845/436-6067.

Hike to Gobblers Knob PORT JERVIS, NY — The Hub Explorers will join the Basha Kill Area Association (BKAA) on a hike to Gobblers Knob on Sunday, April 17. The hike will be led by outdoor educator Mike Medley.

The hike is moderately difficult, as it gradually gains 450 vertical feet from the starting point to the Knob, which is almost 1,000 feet above sea level. This is also a nature walk with spectacular views, interesting plant life to examine and hopefully several species of returning birds. The Basha Kill is home to over 200 species of birds, 30 varieties of fish and innumerable plants, reptiles, mammals and insects.

The group will meet at the parking lot in the rear of the Port Jervis Library, departing at 9:30 a.m. and caravaning to the South Road fishing platform (Westbrookville end of South Road). Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes; bring binoculars, water and if you like, a light snack for the Knob. The hike takes about two hours round trip.

Register by calling 845/856-7313, or email thehub@ portjervislibrary.org. Preregistration is required. There is no charge and all are welcome. For more information on the BKAA visit www.thebashakill.org.

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‘Ragtime’ LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — SUNY Sullivan’s “epic” theatre season continues with the presentation of the TonyAward-winning musical, “Ragtime.” The show will run Thursdays through Sundays, April 14 through April 24 at the college’s Seelig Theater.

Based on the novel by E.L. Doctorow, “Ragtime” weaves together the tales of three diverse groups—white upperclass suburbanites, African Americans and Eastern Europeans—all in pursuit of the American dream in turn-of-the-20th-century New York. Their challenges and triumphs play out on-stage through the lives of a wealthy white couple, an African American ragtime musician and a Jewish immigrant father.

The cast comprises SUNY Sullivan students, staff and faculty and community members. The musical is being produced by Jessica Barkl, assistant professor of theater and speech at SUNY Sullivan. Thursday, Friday and Saturday performances begin at 8 p.m.; Sunday performances begin at 2 p.m. The suggested donation for admission is $10.

For more information about the performance, tickets, or for information about accessible seating services, call 505/270-6220.

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By Jonathan Charles Fox

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hat bizarre title of a 2009 SONY Pictures film stuck in my head over the last few days, as the wildly unpredictable weather made its way through the Upper Delaware River region, delivering sunny skies and balmy temperatures followed by snow, freezing rain and hail. I had a lot on my plate (sans meatballs), so the Wonder Dog and I made the best of it like everyone else, and dressed in layers, understanding that Mother Nature was being a bit bi-polar in her attempt to define spring.

Our first stop was a preview of the new museum exhibit at Bethel Woods, titled “Rights, Race & Revolutions,” showcasing the work of LIFE magazine photographer Grey Villet. South African-born Villet “traveled America and the world [for the iconic magazine] like an observant explorer, mapping its emotional contours in the faces and lives of its people” (www.bethelwoodscenter. org), and “his in-depth, personal studies of the American scene of the 1950s and ‘60s illuminated the complex reality of those years with a truth that, in his own words, was ‘as real as real could get.’” Museum Director Wade Lawrence was on hand to guide volunteers, employees and members of the media through the exhibit prior to the official opening last Saturday, and (as always) his commentary was fascinating. Rest assured, however, that the photographic installation is thorough in its self-guided explanatory manner and Villet’s illuminating view of those turbulent times is (IMHO) well worth seeing. During his years at the magazine, Villet captured scenes involving JFK, the civil rights movement, the death of Martin Luther King, Che Guevara, Richard Nixon et al, and many of the photographs on display were never actually published, making this rare and informative exhibit riveting. The museum’s desire to engage the public is made clear, employing social media alongside the photographs, asking the public to join the conversation in addition to a new screening room, currently showcasing a film (“The Loving Story”), which delves into the lives of Richard and Mildred Loving, a mixed-race couple, and their struggle for the right to marry, while fighting prejudice.

As the sun hid behind some clouds, I scoured the skies for marinara sauce and helped Dharma slip into a winter coat, throwing caution to the wind and a bow in her hair (don’t judge!) and made my way to Loch Sheldrake, NY for the Liberty Rotary Club’s Inaugural Recognition ceremony, honoring the club’s Paul Harris Fellow and Hummingbird Award recipients. Named after Rotary’s founder, the Paul Harris Fellow awards honor Rotarians who exemplify the organization’s mission: “Service Above All Else.” The public service of the recipients (Barbara Blakey, Barbi Neuman Marty, Daniel Parkhurst, Gary Silverman and David F. Thompson), as described by MC Gary Siegel, is inspirational in scope.

The Hummingbird Award takes its name from the words of Haitian Wangari Maathai, who “tells an inspiring tale of doing the best you can under seemingly interminable odds,” featured in a documentary regarding the need for clean water in third-world nations (www.dirt themovie.org). It recognizes the contributions of individuals and businesses that continually strive to make a difference. “The only remedy for disconnecting people,” the movie’s website states, “is connecting them to it again,” and Hummingbird Award honorees Daniel Berkowicz, Les Kristt, Penny Medina and Thunder 102 Radio’s onair personalities Paul Ciliberto, Michelle Semerano and Mike Sakell were all on hand to accept their awards.

The Liberty Rotary Club’s 2016 Paul Harris Fellows award recipients were honored at a brunch last Sunday in Loch Sheldrake, NY

TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox

Grey Villet’s photographs depicting social unrest graced the pages of LIFE magazine and have become iconic in nature. Many of his images were never published and are now on display in the museum at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts.

The Liberty Rotary Club’s Humminbird Awards are given to individuals and businesses that epitomize the Club’s motto: “Service Above All Else.”

Volunteers and employees got a sneak peek at the new exhibit, “Rights, Race & Revolutions” now showing at The Museum at Bethel Woods.

In-between presentations and lunch, attendees were informed about the Liberty Rotary Club’s Haiti Clean Water Project and its ongoing mission to provide Haitian families with clean, potable water through their program, which utilizes a water filtration system that is simple, inexpensive and effective in design. The presentation reminded us that clean drinking water is something that many Americans (including myself) take for granted, but is not so easily accessible in Haiti and many other countries.

Following a brief video and hands-on demonstration that illustrates how the system works, everyone participated in a communal “toast” with water purified from a source right here at home and a flyer informing how we can help. “For only 50 dollars,” the paperwork reads, “you can purchase a filtration system for a family in need.”

Both the exhibit at Bethel Woods and the awards ceremony really gave me pause, as each was a moving illustration of the plight of others and reminded me of the good fortune that many of us have on a day-to-day basis, while others have fought for rights that need to be recognized. To learn more about “Rights, Race & Revolutions” visit the Bethel Woods website and one can visit the Liberty Rotary Club’s Facebook page, email gsilver@stoloff silver.com or call Gary Siegel at 845/798-2188 to contribute to the Haiti Clean Water Project. I’ll drink to that!

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Carol Smith & Friends concert

Ladies Night Out Event

DINGMANS FERRY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Pike County Chamber of Commerceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Women in Business Committee holds Ladies Night Out Event at Camp Speers-Eljabarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Main Hall, 6-8pm. Vendors, food, cash bar, 50/50 raffle and door prizes. Guest speakers and workshops. Entry fee $20 in advance, or $25 at the door. 570/296-8700.

Fri., Apr. 8 Float the Boat beneďŹ t concert

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Clearwater in partnership with WJFF Radio Catskill and The Cooperage Project presents: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Float The Boat,â&#x20AC;? a benefit concert for the sloop Clearwater at The Cooperage, 7pm.

Suggested donation: $15.

Free computer support @ WSPL in JeďŹ&#x20AC;ersonville

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Friday at the Jeffersonville Branch/Western Sullivan Public Library, 10am-2pm. Have questions about a new device? Or an app that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t working like you thought? Need help with a new computer or operating system? Get answers to these questions and more.

Free workshops to empower caregivers

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Liberty Public Library holds a free, six-session educational series â&#x20AC;&#x153;Powerful Tools for Caregiversâ&#x20AC;? 10am12noon. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Caregiver Resource Center. Refreshments provided. 845/292-6180.

Matt Nakoa: Soulful, bittersweet, singer/songwriter

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Matt Nakoa at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. This in singer/songwriter, recently appeared at The White House, toured throughout India, and regularly performed with folk icon Tom Rush. A Berklee College of Music grad, Matt landed in NYCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vibrant piano bar scene.

Pre-K story time at the library

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

Wayne Memorial Hospital uniform sale

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary sponsors a uniform sale in the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s David Katz Conference Center, 7am-4pm. All uniform needs met in one location. Most major credit cards accepted and payroll deduction offered. Some of the proceeds benefit the hospital.

Sat., Apr. 9 2016 Spring Open House

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spring open house at Lackawanna College/Lake Region Center, 8 Silk Mill Dr., 3rd Floor. Reg 9:30am, starts 10am. Easy transfer-flex schedule.

Offers physical therapy assistant, hospital mgmt., human services, business admin., accounting, sustainable ag., library studies, crimianl justice. RSVP 570/2264625 or dodgek@lackawanna.edu.

Spring Awake Hike

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Delaware Valley Arts Allianceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Salon Series presents Carol Smith & Friends: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Songs in the Makingâ&#x20AC;? in Krause Recital Hall, Delaware Arts Center, 37 Main St., 3-5pm. Smith performs new original songs in collaboration with six other musicians. Suggested admission: $10. 845/252-7576.

LAKE ARIEL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Take a walk through the forest to an aquatic habitat in search of movement and growth at Lacawac Sanctuary, 10am-12noon. All ages welcome on this exploratory adventure hike. Cost: $5/free for members.

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Dom Flemons: American Songster

WURTSBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; See the beauty of the heavens reflected in the calm waters of the Basha Kill, 8pm. Event very dependent on clear skies. Weather permitting, meet at Haven Road, off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro. Sponsored by the Basha Kill Area Association. thebashakill.org.

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dom Flemons at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. Flemons, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;American Songster,â&#x20AC;? pulls from traditions of old-time folk music to create new sounds. He has played at a variety of festivals spanning from the Newport Folk Festival to Bonnaroo.

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

Free help with income tax preparation & ďŹ ling

REGION â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free help with tax preparation and filing provided by AARP and RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) through April 12 by appointment at libraries in Liberty, Livingston Manor, Monticello, Grahamsville, Jeffersonville and Eldred, and at the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County.

845/807-0241.

Jann Klose, The Costellos & Jillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60th birthday celebration

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; RiverFolk Concerts presents Jann Klose, award-winning, pop singer-songwriter, at The Cooperage, 7:30pm. The Costellos open with Maverick Pop Music: Roots-Pop meets instrumental surf with a twang. Cost: $20/$25. B-day party.

Liberty Aglow Lighthouse brunch meeting

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Liberty Aglow Lighthouse brunch meeting at Lighthouse Ministries, 5 Triangle Rd., 10am-12noon. This will be part two of the 50-minute video of Harum Ibrahim. There is a $5 donation for the brunch. Reservations are required. 845/798-8129.

Local childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s author at Port Jervis Free Library

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Author visit and book signing by Port Jervis resident Debbie Burton at Port Jervis Free Library, 138 Pike St., 11am. Special musical guest Al Gessner. The book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Angels in the Sky,â&#x20AC;? is available for purchase at this event and online at www.awesomeangels.net.

Rockyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Refuge garage sale fundraiser

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Huge garage sale fundraiser benefiting Rockyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Refuge, a non-profit animal welfare organization, at 185 Lake St. (former Rogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Small Engine building), 9am-3pm. 607/498-5445.

Small works show at ARTery

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Opening reception for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Small Works at Largeâ&#x20AC;? at The ARTery Gallery, 6-9pm. On display April 5 through May 9. Group show in a variety of media: oil painting, watercolor, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, glass work and wood turning. 570/409-1234.

Lake Huntington Fire Company

PANCAKE BREAKFAST Sunday, April 10, 7am-12 noon Lake Huntington Fire House 70 County Road 116, Lake Huntington, NY Adults $7, kids 5-11 $5, under 4 free For more information or tickets contact RuthAnne 845-932-8514

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UpFrontâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th annual Spring Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Reception

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Spring artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reception at UpFront Exhibition Space, 6-9pm.

Featuring many artists.

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Tues., Apr. 12

Presentation on memory loss

Cochecton Preservation Society meeting

LAKE HUNTINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cochecton Preservation Society meeting at the Cochecton Town Hall, 74 Smales Rd., 7:30pm. Art Hassis talks about the history of tanneries of Cochecton.

All are welcome. Free refreshments.

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Drop Everything and Read Party at library

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The whole family is invited to celebrate noted childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s author Beverly Clearyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 100th birthday at the Jeffersonville Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 4:30-6pm.

Try walking on coffee can stilts or make a paper bag owl. Games, crafts, trivia and more. Email kohara@rcls.org or call 845/482-4350.

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Presentation: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diseaseâ&#x20AC;? at Sullivan County Adult Care Center, 256 Sunset Lake Rd., 2-4pm.

Presenter Bonnie Lewis RN provides information about memory loss issues and what they mean for all of us. Admission is free. RSVP by 4/11 to 845/513-2117. Light refreshments served.

Wed., Apr. 13 Free computer support @ WSPL in Narrowsburg

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Wednesday at the TustenCochecton Branch/Western Sullivan Public Library, 4-8pm. Need help wtih a new computer or operating system, a new app, etc.? Get help and answers to your questions.

Thurs., Apr. 14 Patriot Connectors meeting

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Patriot Connectors meeting at Wallenpaupack High School Library, social hour 6:30pm. meeting 7pm. Guest speaker Wayne County Commissioner Jonathan Fritz. Open forum after meeting. Free and open to the public.

Fri., Apr. 15 The Sea The Sea at Harmony Presents

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Sea The Sea at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm.

Singer-songwriter duo Chuck E. Costa and Mira Stanley produce intimate harmonies and emotive sonic landscapes.

Tickets $19-$22. www.harmonypre sents.com.

Woodcock ďŹ eld trip

YOUNGSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Come find displaying woodcocks with the Sullivan County Audubon Society. Meet leader Renee Davis, 7pm at the Youngsville School parking lot on Shandelee Rd. We will carpool from there. Call Renee at 845/482-5044 before 7pm for more info or if weather is questionable.

Sun., Apr. 10 Adult acting workshop

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Act Underground Theatre, second session of 8-week adult acting workshop (for 15 years and older) 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12noon, at Delaware Valley Arts Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Krause Recital Hall, 37 Main St. Tuition: $120 for eight weeks, or $15 per session.

845/252-9915.

Bingo to beneďŹ t Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Hope Barn

WAYMART â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 50/50 Bingo for Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Hope Barn at Masonic Lodge, 136 South St., 1-5pm. Proceeds benefit Billyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Hope Barn, a local farm animal rescue, giving a forever home to abused and neglected farm animals. Refreshments available. 570/253-2510.

Mon., Apr. 11 Free computer support @ WSPL in Callicoon

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Monday at the Delaware Free Branch/Western Sullivan Public Library, 1-5pm. Have questions about a new device? Or an app that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t working like you thought? Need help with a new computer or operating system? Get answers to these questions and more.

Toddler story time at the library

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

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Learn about conserving water

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EGION â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Every Drop Counts! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Rain Barrel Project is inviting area youth to join in decorating rain barrels to be auctioned off in the summer. It is a way for youth to recognize their watershed address and depict what they love about where they live. The deadline to apply to join in is Friday, April 8.

Participating students become designers, painters and water conservation experts. They design rain barrels that represent their community and love for the environment. After the TRR file photo by Billy Templeton barrels are painted, they will be disThese rain barrels were painted by a Honesdale High played in community businesses to School Biodiversity class in a previous Every Drop promote water conservation and the Counts program. upcoming silent auctions, scheduled this summer. Schools will receive 100% produce one to five barrels. Schools and of the funds raised during the silent aucenviro-thon students are encouraged to tion of their barrels, and the funds can be participate, as well as Scouts, 4-H clubs, used for a future environmental project youth groups and other student groups. of their choice.

Adult artists may also volunteer to paint This grant project is supported by the a barrel and donate the funds to a school Delaware River Watershed Initiative, the or youth organization for an environmenDelaware Highlands Conservancy, and tal project. the Pike/Wayne Conservation PartnerThe project is open to schools and ship to support schools and youth groups groups in Pike and Monroe counties in in an environmental project to protect PA and Sullivan County, NY. Contact Jenand conserve our clean drinking water. na Mauder by 12 noon on Friday, April 8 Each group or school is encouraged to at jw1704@gmail.com.

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Legal Notice NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 137 WEST 141 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/20/2015. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 137 WEST 141 LLC C/O GUARDIAN REALTY3611 14TH AVENUESUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: SUPERIOR EQUITIES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/19/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of

Legal Notice LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE, SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

Brevp LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 2/29/16. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 510 Wild Tpke., Mountaindale, NY 12763. General purpose.

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Legal Notice Central School District will hold a Budget Hearing at the George Ross Mackenzie Elementary School, 1045 Proctor Road, Glen Spey, NY, in said district on Thursday, May 5, 2016, at 7 p.m. (prevailing time) for the purpose of the discussion of the expenditure of funds and the budgeting thereof proposed by the Board of Education for the school year July 1, 2016 – June 30, 2017. NOTICE IS GIVEN, pursuant to Section 1716 of the Education Law, that a copy of the statement of the amount of money, which may be required for the following year for school purposes, exclusive of public money, may be obtained by any resident in the District at the District Office, 600 Route 55, Eldred, NY, during the fourteen days immediately preceding the annual budget vote and election, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. (prevailing time) other than a Saturday, Sunday or holiday, together with the text of any resolution to be presented to the voters. A copy of the detailed statement of estimated expenditures will also be made available at the Budget Hearing to be held May 5, 2016.

NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the Annual Vote upon the appropriation of the necessary funds to meet the estimated expenditures for school purposes for the 2016-2017 school year and the election of members of the Board of Education and any other business that may legally come before this meeting will take place on May 17, 2016, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. prevailing time, at the Eldred Jr./Sr. High School, 600 Route 55, Eldred, New York and NOTICE IS GIVEN, that any qualified elector who desires to submit any proposition to be voted upon at the Annual Meeting and Election, except as to a question or proposition required by law to be stated in the published or posted notice of meeting, shall file with the Board of Education a petition setting forth such proposition, not less than thirty (30) days (by 5:00 pm on Monday, April 18, 2016) prior to the Annual District Budget Vote and Election and such petition shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District.

NOTICE IS GIVEN, that petitions nominating candidates for the office of member of the Board of Education must be filed with the Clerk of the District between the hours of 8:00 am and 2:00 pm, prevailing time and no later than Monday, April 18, 2016, at 5:00 pm.

The following vacancy is to be filled by the Board of Education: One five-year term.

Candidates for office of member of the Board of Education shall be nominated by petition and each petition must be filed with the Clerk of the District, and shall be signed by at least twenty-five (25) qualified voters of the District. The petition shall state the residence of each signer and shall state the name and residence of the candidate. No person shall be nominated by petition for more than one separate vacancy. NOTICE IS GIVEN that the following propositions will appear on the ballot: PROPOSITION NO. 1 Shall the following resolution be approved? The annual budget of the Eldred Central School District for the fiscal year 2016-2017 is hereby adopted and the requisite portion thereof to be raised by taxation on the taxable property of the School District is hereby authorized. RESOLVED, that the Board of Education of the Eldred Central School District, Sullivan County, be authorized to make the expenditures shown in the budget presented by the Board of Education for the 2015-2016 school year.

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NOTICE IS 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 Annual Meeting and Election to be held on May 17, 2016, whose name does not appear on the register of the 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 Election Law. The times and place of registration are set forth below, and any person shall be entitled to have that person’s name placed upon such register, provided that at such meeting of the Board of Registration, that person is known or proven to the satisfaction of the Board of Registration, to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at the school meeting or election for which such register is prepared. The Board of Registration shall prepare a register for said Annual Meeting and Election which shall include all persons who shall have presented themselves personally for registration for any annual budget vote and election or special district meeting or election and who shall have voted at any Annual or Special Meeting or Election or conducted at any time during the 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 calendar years.

The Board of Registration of the district will meet at the Eldred Central School District Office at 600 Route 55, Eldred, NY, Thursday, May 12, 2016, at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm prevailing time, to prepare the register of the School District for said Annual Meeting and Election and 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 proved to the satisfaction of such Board of Registration to be then or thereafter entitled to vote at said Annual Meeting and Election. NOTICE IS GIVEN, that Personal Registration may be achieved on any day, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. prevailing time at the Eldred Central School District Office, 600 Route 55, Eldred, New York up until Thursday, May 12, 2016. NOTICE IS GIVEN, that the register of the district, so prepared, will be filed in the Office of the School District Clerk at the Eldred Central School District Office, 600 Route 55, Eldred, N.Y., where the same shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter of the district on each of the five (5) days prior to the Annual Meeting and Election, except Saturday and Sunday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., prevailing time. Said register will be open for inspection at the Eldred Jr./Sr. High School, 600 Route 55, Eldred, NY during the hours of the Annual Meeting and Elec-

tion. NOTICE IS GIVEN that applications for Absentee Ballots may be applied for at the Office of the District Clerk. If the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than Monday, May 9, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., prevailing time.

If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than Monday, May 16, 2016, at 3:00 p.m., prevailing time. Absentee Ballots must be received in the office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. prevailing time on May 17, 2016. Pursuant to the provisions of Section 2018-a of the Education Law, qualified voters who meet the criteria for “permanently disabled” and are so certified by the Sullivan County Board of Elections, will receive paper ballots by mail. A list of all persons to whom Absentee Ballots shall have been issued will be available for public inspection in the office of the District Clerk on each of the five (5) days prior to the date of the Annual Meeting and Election, except Saturday and Sunday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., prevailing time, and such list will also be posted at the polling place at the Annual Meeting and Election of members of the Board of Education. By the order of the Board of Education of the Eldred Central School District. Dated: March 30, 2016 Bonnie Robertson District Clerk Eldred Central School District Eldred, NY 12732

SLOPE HEALTH LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/10/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218.

Purpose: any lawful purpose.

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 : 218 Airport Rd., Po Box 263, Yulan, NY-12792

County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14 AVENUE, SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

RMS TEAM LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 3/9/2016. 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, PO Box 1000, Woodbury, NY 11797. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

JZ HAMPTONS LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 3/9/2016. 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, PO Box 1000, Woodbury, NY 11797. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: Red Hill Associates, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : 3/8/16 The County in which the Office is to be located : Sullivan 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 : PO Box 71 Westbrookville, NY 12785

Sullivan West Central School District District Office ~ PO Box 308 Jeffersonville, New York 12748 Phone – 845-4824610 Fax – 845-482-3022 INVITATION TO BID SURPLUS ITEMS Please take notice that the Board of Education of the Sullivan West Central School District,

Towns of Hancock, Bethel, Callicoon, Cochecton, Delaware, Fremont, Liberty, Tusten, Counties of Delaware and Sullivan, New York, is seeking bids for Surplus Items. Send sealed proposals to: Sullivan West Central School District Office, ATTN: Margaret Luty, District Clerk, 33 Schoolhouse Road, Jeffersonville, NY 12748, on or before 2:00 P.M. on April 21, 2016, at which time they will be publicly opened. All bids must be clearly marked on the outside of the envelope “Surplus Item” and note the item being bid. Each item must be separately bid and enclosed in a separate envelope. Bid forms and item descriptions may be obtained at the District Offices, 33 Schoolhouse Road, Jeffersonville, NY 12748. All bids must be submitted in accordance with the District’s specifications. Any bid received

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a PUBLIC HEARING of the Planning Board of the Town of Tusten , Sullivan County, New York will be held at the Tusten Town Hall, in said town on the 20th day of April 2016, at 7:20 PM, or as soon thereafter as the matter can be heard that day, on the application of: Brendon Weiden, 7 Erie Avenue, Narrowsburg, for a mixed use permit, further identified as Tax Map Section 10-3-1 under the Zoning Law of the Town of Tusten.

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: KATRINA FALLS, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on: 1/14/2016 The County in which the Office is located: SULLIVAN 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: 2713 ROUTE17M NEW HAMPTON, NY 10958 NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: PARK

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Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC): Name: KLEI TEL EREZ LLC. Art. Of Org. filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on 03/28/16. NY 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: c/o Zvi Klein, 583 Cedar Hill Road, Far Rockaway, NY 11691. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 325 WADSWORTH LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/7/2016. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 85 FAIRVIEW LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/7/2016. Office location: Sullivan County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

Irenekpark, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 3/17/16. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Irene Park, 416 Greenville Rd., Grahamville, NY 12740. General purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 649 WEST LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 3/7/2016. Office location: Sullivan County.

SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 3611 14TH AVENUE SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 127 WEST 141 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/20/2015. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 127 WEST 141 LLC C/O GUARDIAN REALTY3611 14TH AVENUESUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of Boro Transportation, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with NY Dept. of State on 3/3/16.

Office location: Sullivan County. Sec. of State designated agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served and shall mail process to: 100 Sullivan St. PO Box 8, Wurtsboro, NY 12790.

Purpose: any lawful purpose. 31881 Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: Yulan Country Store, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : 02/18/2016 The County in which the Office is to be located : Sullivan The New York Secretary of State is designated as

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: UPSTATE LOCATIONS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : 1/28/16 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 : 39 DEEP HOLLOW HILL ROAD NARROWSBURG NY 12764 Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company The name of the limited liability company is: A.T.K. LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : 02/12/16 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 : 184 Barryville Yulan Rd. Barryvile New York. 12719 74 NORTH MAIN STREET LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 02/25/16.

Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 1829 East 19th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11229.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 117 WEST 141 LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/20/2015. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to: THE LLC 117 WEST 141 LLC C/O GUARDIAN REALTY 3611 14TH AVENUE SUITE 603, BROOKLYN, NY 11218. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

Notice of Formation of Jackson Management Service LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 2/23/16. Office location: Sullivan County.

SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served.

SSNY shall mail process to: 11 Elk Dr., Apt C-11, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: WEST 141 HOLDINGS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 2/19/2016. Office location: Sullivan

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OLD EARTH LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 1/27/2016. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to 15 W. 67th St., Apt. 2-FW, NY, NY 10023.

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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 22, 2016 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read.

1. Precast Reinforced Concrete Footing and Concrete 3-Sided Frame Culvert and Wingwall Units for County Bridge No. 22 (B-16-22) 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: April 8, 2016

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AWLEY, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Celebrate our unique Upper Delaware River region with the Delaware Highlands Conservancy at the ninth annual Foods of the Delaware Highlands Gala on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. The theme of the gala dinner, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love where you live!â&#x20AC;? highlights our working farms and forests and the exceptional quality of life we enjoy in the Upper Delaware River region. The event, held at Hawleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Settlers Inn, features a four-course farm-to-table dinner and wine tasting followed by a live auction.

The evening begins with a wine tasting and silent auction at 5:30 p.m., with dinner at 7 p.m. The live auction and raffle cap the celebration during dessert. Gala tickets cost $125 per person, which includes a $75 charitable gift to the Conservancy. Gourmet cuisine will be prepared using locally grown ingredients.

The nonprofit Delaware Highlands Conservancy works in partnership with landowners and communities of the Upper Delaware River region to conserve our natural heritage and quality of life. This year, the Conservancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foods of the Delaware Highlands Gala Dinner committee is supported by honorary co-chairs Gary

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The Foods of the Delaware Highlands Dinner is held at Hawleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Settlers Inn. Beilman, president and CEO of The Dime Bank; and Mark Ruffalo, actor, activist and founder of Water Defense.

Visit www.DelawareHighlands.org to view the full slate of auction items. If you are unable to attend the dinner, but would still like to bid on an auction item, email the Conservancy at info@delawarehigh lands.org or call 570/226-3164 or 845/5831010 to make arrangements.

Reserve your seat by emailing info@ delawarehighlands.org or calling 570/226-3164 or 845/583-1010. Visit www.

DelawareHighlands.org to learn more about the Conservancyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conservation work and other ways to get involved.

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EGION â&#x20AC;&#x201D; SEEDS (Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support) of Northeastern PA will issue a $1,000 scholarship to a collegebound high school senior for the best essay addressing the following questions: If you were an environmental adviser to the President, what would you recommend to promote sustainable energy in rural communities in the U.S.? What can northeastern PA residents do now to live more sustainably?

This scholarship will be in memory of Michael â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jakeâ&#x20AC;? Burkhardt, Western Wayne Class of 2015.

Local high school seniors are encouraged to submit an essay via email to scholarship@seedsgroup.net on or before Friday, May 6. The essay may be in the text of the email or in an attached Microsoft Word file and should be between 600 and 1,600 words in length. Seniors from Western Wayne High School, Honesdale High School, Wallenpaupack Area High School, and Canaan Christian Academy are eligible, as well as home-schooled seniors who reside within the areas covered by those high schools.

Entries will be reviewed by a panel of

SEEDS volunteers based on the responsiveness to the topic; the persuasiveness, logic and cohesiveness of the ideas presented, and other criteria that the panel considers appropriate after reviewing the essays. Incorrect grammar and spelling will not be viewed favorably, and plagiarism will disqualify an essay. Panel members will review the essays without having access to any of the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; information, including the studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; names.

The winner will be notified by May 23.

The scholarship will be issued directly to the college specified by the student.

Applications must include name, address, email address, parent/guardian name(s) and address, current high school (or indicate home-schooled), proposed field of study, name of college you will be attending in the fall, and the essay.

The winner cannot be related to any SEEDS staff or board members. By submitting an essay, you are agreeing that SEEDS can use the essay or excerpts from it for publication or other uses, with your name as the author.

For more information visit www.seedsgroup.net or email jocelyn@seedsgroup. net.

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RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

THE RIVER REPORTER

About beavers

TRR photos by Sandy Long

Beavers are herbivores and consume the leaves, bark, twigs and roots of trees such as birch, beech, aspen, willow, pine, oak and a variety of aquatic plants. Their large yellow incisor teeth make quick work of the job. They don’t actually eat the wood (which can often be seen in piles of shavings) preferring the inner (cambium) layer of bark. Thick brown coats and substantial body fat allow them to endure cold water conditions for hours at a time. ave you ever encountered North usually mate for life and live in colonies America’s largest rodent? Even if that include a breeding pair and offspring you’ve never witnessed a live beaup to approximately two years of age. ver in action, chances are you’ve seen the The work of beavers benefits many results of its handiwork, in the form of wildlife species such as great blue herons, dome-like lodges, dams and the resultant great horned owls, wood ducks and other ponds and wetlands that are created, or waterfowl who nest in the dead snags the chiseled stumps of trees harvested by or tree cavities associated with beaver these 30- to 60-pound semi-aquatic mamponds, as well as fish, amphibians, mals. reptiles and mammals like otters and In the Upper Delaware River region, muskrats. The ponds also provide beavers mate in late January through environmental benefits related to water March, with fully furred babies born storage and purification. in late April through early June. They

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Despite their waddle-like movement on land, beavers are excellent swimmers. They use their nine- to 15-inch scaly paddle-like tails as rudders and webbed rear feet like fins, remaining underwater for up to 15 minutes without surfacing. The tail is also used to store fat during winter, to stabilize the animal when cutting down trees and is slapped against the surface of the water to startle intruders or alert other beavers. A set of transparent eyelids function like goggles, and valves on the ears, nose and mouth keep out water when the animal is submerged. The orange fishing bobber near the end of its tail helps to establish perspective on this beaver’s size.