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Town improvements see the light of day By ISABEL BRAVERMAN

ARROWSBURG, NY — At the recent Town of Tusten board meeting, it was announced that various long-awaited projects had been completed. One is the town solar panels and another is the basketball court in the park on the Flats. The chair of the energy committee, Brandi Merolla, said the solar panels that will power the town’s electricity (with the exception of the street lights) are currently being installed and will be finished by the end of this week. She said the crew is working really hard and the project is creating jobs. “I’m really proud,” Merolla said. “This is the first town in Sullivan County to have a solar array.” She also reported that she has looked into an option to go with MEGA (Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance) for energy, as per the request of Councilman Ned Lang. However, she said she was not entirely happy with their energy sources, which are nuclear or natural gas. She said, “We’re taking the next step to see what they can do for us.” It was also brought up that Lang sent emails to the board accusing Merolla of lying about the savings the town will see from the new solar Continued on page 3

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The town solar array is being installed in Narrowsburg, NY.

Liberty ponders solar moratorium By FRITZ MAYER

IBERTY, NY — A public hearing regarding a moratorium on large solar projects in the Town of Liberty was held on August 15. First to speak was Richard Chun, a representative of Delaware River Solar (DRS), who said the company is interested in pursuing two or possibly three solar installations in the town. He said a moratorium would shut down discussions between solar companies and elected officials about particular projects and prevent officials from learning more about specific projects. He also said a moratorium is not necessary because the town board and the planning board already have the

authority to say “no” to any project. One issue that concerns officials in relation to solar projects is taxation. Towns may, if they choose, grant solar projects tax incentives, but then may enter into payment-in-lieu-of-taxes (PILOT) agreements. Another concern is having a decommissioning agreement in place for when the solar project reaches the end of its life. (The actual timing is still not certain, because solar projects rated for a 20-year life are still running nearly as efficiently 30 years later.) Chun said the town or planning board have the option of approving a project, with the provision that PILOT and decommissioning agreements are reached that are agreeable to both parties before the actual construction of a project

begins. Members of the board expressed concern that, because of limited grid capacity, DRS projects could block, for instance, a local farmer with 100 acres from setting up his own solar installation. At a meeting in Monticello on August 3, NYSEG representative Ray Kinney said grid space is allotted to solar projects that start the application process on a first-come, first-served basis, and that NYSEG ensures enough space is set aside for homeowners to be able to install smaller systems in their own homes. But other small projects may be shut out, at least temporarily, as has occured for one business in the Town of Bethel. Dentist and property owner Jon Sutherland also spoke against the

moratorium in Liberty. He is working on a project with DRS in which panels would be installed on property he owns, which he said is secluded and no one would see. But the town board clearly still has reservations. Supervisor Charlie Barbuti said that since the solar rush began in Sullivan County about a year ago, “we have had nothing but questions, and we don’t have answers.” He also expressed frustration with dealing with officials in Albany. He said, “There’s a real problem with the State of New York, because they seem to be so pro to have this happen that anybody who questions them is somehow some sort of a weirdo.” The board did not vote on whether to adopt a moratorium.

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IN BRIEF Hawley man arrested for marijuana, probation violation

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Wayne County Treasurer Brian Field, right, is pictured on August 4, as he sat on the county’s salary board session of the weekly commissioners’ meeting. His son Ben Field is seated behind him. The younger Field, a recent graduate of Western Wayne High School, was there as part of a week-long tour of various county departments and services for a post-graduate project. Queried by the commissioners as to whether his experiences spurred an interest in a career in politics, he answered politically, saying, “Could be; I don’t know yet.” Field is considering college choices including Syracuse and Boston College.

State OKs $5.4M Wayne child welfare budget By DAVID HULSE

ONESDALE, PA — At a meeting on August 4, the Wayne County Commissioners received and completed a number of funding authorizations and approvals. Chief among these was word from the state that Wayne’s $5,407,435 child welfare budget for 2016-16 is now finalized and accepted. The county’s share of that figure this year was said to be approximately 20%. In a related action, the commissioners approved a continuation of the Child Welfare Information System, which provides coordination and oversight to prevent the “county hopping” of clients in the system. Human Services was also the topic of a memorandum of understanding regarding the PA Department of Aging’s regional coordination of services for contracting services to local area agencies on aging offices. The county approval would maintain local oversight. “It’s important to maintain services at a local level for our consumers. Our staff knows best… Not everything can be done from Harrisburg,” Commissioner Wendell Kay said. The commissioners signed off on the fiscal year 2016 Homeland Security Grant covering the eight-county Northeast Regional Task Force. It provides $1,039,348 and provides for training, supplies and information for technical upgrades. It covers areas including law enforcement training and a statewide “Knowledge Center,” which allows information and situation sharing among emergency management coordinators statewide. In other business, the commissioners renewed the memorandum of agreement providing Northampton County Community College space for its job training and employment offices at the Park Street Complex, and renewed a $650 monthly rental agreement at 1798 North Main St. for the Housing Assistance Program. In other communications, Wayne received notice from PennDOT’s contractor of a project to correct a slide area on an unstable slope adjacent to state Route 370 and Shehawken Creek in Buckingham Township. The notice was required by state law involving water encroachments.

HAWLEY, PA — A 19-year-old Hawley man has been arrested for violating his probation and possession of marijuana with intent to sell. Wayne County District Attorney Janine Edwards announced that Tyler Michael Aris was arrested after it was discovered that he was not wearing his ankle bracelet. Officers followed Aris to his home and Aris admitted that he recently smoked marijuana and had drug paraphernalia in his house. The officers found a small digital scale and a duffle bag that contained three quart-sized mason jars filled with marijuana, two pint-sized mason jars filled with marijuana and a sandwich-bag-size zip-lock bag filled with marijuana, in total weighing approximately 14 ounces. The officers also seized $1,041 in U.S. Currency. Chief Detective Hower of the Wayne County District Attorney’s Drug Task Force seized the marijuana, paraphernalia and cash. Aris was taken into custody for violating his probation, and charged with intent to deliver a controlled substance, a felony, and two misdemeanor charges.

Liberty voters approve library expansion LIBERTY, NY — Voters in the Liberty School District on August 8 voted 264 to 45 to approve a $1.9 million bond to pay for an expansion of the library facility. Project highlights include a complete renovation of the existing building as well as a new three-level addition. A new elevator will ensure that access is available to everyone, and there will be two new fully accessible bathrooms. There will also be meeting rooms for tutoring and study, and more space for the library’s collection and technology needs. Now that the voters have spoken, the library will have to get approval from the New York State Department of Education before the project can move forward. This is necessary because the library is located on school-owned property and is categorized as a school district public library, one of four kinds of public libraries in New York State.

Man sentenced in election fraud case MILFORD, PA — Myron Cowher, 53, who with Dimitry Kupershmidt was previously found guilty on numerous charges related to a scheme to fix an election in the private community of Wild Acres Lakes in Delaware Township, has been sentenced to state prison by Judge Gregory H. Chelak. Cowher was sentenced to a term of 1.3 to 4 years in a state correctional facility and fined a total of $ 10,850. Cowher was previously convicted of 217 counts charged against him relating to forgery, identity theft, conspiracy and related charges. At the time of the offenses, Cowher was the secretary on the board of directors of the homeowners association and Kupershmidt was the chairman of the board. Kupershmidt, who was also convicted in the scheme, had his sentencing continued to a later date based on retaining a new attorney. The charges were the result of an incident occurring in May of 2014. Pike County District Attorney Ray Tonkin said he was satisfied that Cowher was sentenced to state prison. He said, “While we sought a stiffer sentence from the court, I am satisfied that Cowher was sentenced to state prison, and that he has been held accountable for his attempts to fraudulently alter the election.” First assistant district attorney Bruce DeSarro, who presented the case to the jury, said, “We hope that this case sends a strong message to people in positions of trust in a private community who would think about abusing that trust.”

Michigan man arrested in Ellenvile ELLENVILLE, NY — New York State Police have arrested a man from Michigan who stole five grams of marijuana from a house in which his girlfriend was staying. Police say Joshua Hotaver, 23, on August 14, while armed with a .22 caliber revolver, forced his estranged girlfriend to let him into her house. Once inside he stole the marijuana, and tried to force the woman to go back to Michigan with him. They left the home, but when Hotaver went back into the residence to retrieve some additional items, the woman was able to leave the area and call for assistance. Hotaver was arrested and charged with burglary and criminal use of a firearm and remanded to Ulster County Jail without bail.

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array. Merolla said, “I’m not a liar. This [the saving] is documented.” The rates for solar are higher at first, but then they get lower and will get to a really low point and become free after the 25-year lease is up. Merolla said it will save $200,000 in energy costs in the long haul. The basketball court in the Flats is now ready for action. The old court was in need of serious repair, and the town board has been working toward improvements for the past several years. Many in the community were unhappy with the inaction. But now, a new fence has been constructed, and volunteers Merolla and Sean Harrington recently painted the lines on the court. They purchased a template to paint the lines. Joan Santo was at the meeting to proclaim that the Narrowsburg Honey Bee Festival will be held this year on October 8. The event celebrates the honey bee and includes vendors, food, a parade and more. She said they will be closing Main Street this year (which they didn’t do last year), and the public parking lot will remain open. They also plan to break the world record for the most people dressed in bee costumes. Anyone can participate, and they need volunteers to help count the costumed bees. To be considered, one must wear an antenna, wings and a yellow and black striped shirt. The Narrowsburg Beautification Group (NBG) announced that they did not receive a Feather Award from Sullivan Renaissance at its recent awards ceremony, but rather only the Showing of Flowers Award for $1,000. They had their hopes aimed high. This year, Sullivan Renaissance focused on urban areas that are in need of improvements in infrastructure and health. But Supervisor Carol Wingert said, “The town recognizes and appreciates all of your work.” At the town meetings, it is often brought up how much work the NBG does to beautify Main Street and the town. Star Hesse of the NBG said, “Narrowsburg is talked about as being beautiful, it is an established reputation.” (See Narrowsburg News, page 9.) After the Tusten Heritage Community Garden had its insurance taken away, it implored the board to extend the insurance through the growing season. At this meeting, the board heeded their request, and extended the insurance until the end of the year.

By LINDA DROLLINGER

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — After trying unsuccessfully at its August 10 meeting to hash out details of the abandonment clause in a proposed solar farm ordinance, the Cochecton Town Board voted unanimously to schedule a public hearing regarding adoption of a temporary moratorium on commercial solar farms. Supervisor Gary Maas suggested a sixmonth moratorium, saying that should give town and planning boards enough time to resolve the matter of escrow account funding, which has so far confounded both boards. The escrow account is designed to protect the town against costs associated with site cleanup, if the solar company abandons the project before conclusion of its 20-year lease agreement. Town Attorney Karen Mannino stressed the importance of securing escrow account funding sufficient to cover site cleanup costs at any point during the 20-year term of the lease agreement. “To be certain that

enough money will be available, if needed, we have to get it up-front,” said Mannino. And there’s the rub. None of the several methods commonly used for escrow account funding seems satisfactory here. Maas told the board that a Delaware River Solar (DRS) representative had suggested a reclamation bond in the amount of $50,000, estimated present-day cost of a 10-acre site cleanup, with annual increases to compensate for inflation. But Mannino objected, for two reasons. Noting that there would be no legal means of enforcing the annual inflation payments, she also worried that the bond company might go out of business or otherwise default on payment. When asked if the solar company would be liable for site cleanup costs in the event of its own bankruptcy, Mannino said that would depend on the bankruptcy court ruling, which might well consider them dischargeable expenses. If that were the case, the town could be liable for site cleanup costs unless, as one board member suggested, the lease agreement property

owner is specifically charged with liability for site cleanup costs. There was one other sticking point in the proposed solar farm ordinance: should solar farms be permitted in the hamlet districts of Cochecton, Cochecton Center, Fosterdale and Lake Huntington? Maas noted that it was the first issue on which this year’s board has been split. In fact, the board was evenly split on the issue, until Maas cast his nay vote, breaking the tie. Former board member Larry Richardson asked, “Can the town realize more revenue from a 10-plus-acre solar farm or from 10plus acres of other kinds of commercial ventures, such as a car dealership, a hotel or fast food franchises?” And as all present then acknowledged, 20 years—the term of a solar lease agreement—is a long time in the world of business. A public hearing to discuss adoption of a six-month moratorium on commercial solar farms will be held at 7 p.m. on September 14 in the Cochecton Town Hall, 74 Smales Rd.

Bethel cleanup continues By FRITZ MAYER

HITE LAKE, NY — Bethel Supervisor Dan Sturm ticked off a few of the projects the town has been working on that may have helped the town win the highest pride at this year’s Sullivan Renaissance awards ceremony. He said the town planted and maintained flowers and landscaping at all of the town’s public spaces, there were “enhanced gateway projects” at the justice court and the town barn, the litter-pluck crew worked overtime to make the town roads “the cleanest in Sullivan County” and the building department and town board worked on the removal and clean-up of five dilapidated and unsafe structures. Nine more are in the process of being addressed. The town also expanded opportunities for exercise and outdoor activites. The work of cleaning up the town continued at the meeting on August 10, as two representatives for a property owner turned out to address a property on Route 55 across from town hall. An engineer, Wes Illing, said he had been hired to address the issue of some foundations that had been poured 10 years ago, but had since been abandoned. He and a contractor said they were going to address the board’s concerns regarding the derelict property. Other derelict properties were also addressed in a series of five public hearings, and most of the buildings on those properties will soon be removed. One property on Route 17B, known as the boathouse, is currently involved in a bankruptcy procedure, and town attorney Rob McEwan said the town can’t move forward with the possible removal of unsafe structures on that parcel

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Council member Dawn Ryder, left, supervisor Dan Sturm, and council members Vicky Simpson, Lillian Hendrickson and Bernie Cohen show off the oversized check for $100,000 for winning the Golden Feather Award at the Sullivan Renaissance awards ceremony on August 8. because of the bankruptcy. On a different matter, council member Dawn Ryder introduced a resolution for the town to change its zoning with regard to daycare facilities. Currently, daycare facilities are allowed in only one district, and a local couple is seeking to open a daycare facility in another district. Board members generally agreed there is a need for more such facilities in the town, and the board asked McEwan to draw up language for a zoning change that the board will consider at a future meeting.

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Remaking a local zombie movie By VERA MORET

IKE COUNTY, PA — Two years ago, three young men decided they wanted to make a movie using the classic young-adult-stuck-in-remote-cabin kind of thing. The threat in the movie was very quickly established to be zombies. This movie was called “Dusk of the Dead.” As much as they enjoyed it, the three young men— Fernando Irizarry, Nathanaël King and Elias Johnson— decided that it wasn’t fitting with their original vision. As they thought over this original work, King decided to remake the film. King said, “Four months ago we were talking about how we felt about ‘Dusk of the Dead.’ The missing pieces, the things we wished we had done better in the editing room, the parts that dragged on. After a year of filming the movie we put it together within weeks. We really didn’t have the time to put a lot of thought into the final cut. “So, we went ahead and re-edited it. I suggested the project as a way to see how we could re-organize the scenes and take out the ones we didn’t like, but as Fernando and I spent more and more time with it we saw so many opportunities to totally shift the direction of the story and the overall tone of the film. After three months of thinking about the pacing, soundtrack, effects and narrative, we found we had a completely different film on our hands. We’re calling it ‘La Veglia.’” The title is Italian for “wakefulness” and could either be applied to the zombies, who are, indeed, always awake, or to the constant state of wakefulness the characters must remain in order to survive. King said, “‘Dusk of the Dead’ kind of went all over the place as far as the narrative goes, so we decided to center the narrative of ‘La Veglia’ around this cabin

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Elias Johnson, left, Nathanael King and Fernando Irizarry, producers of the original film “Le Veglia,” stand on stage in the Milford Theater taking questions from the audience. Johnson, of Milford, created the special makeup effects and played Scotty. King, also of Milford, is the co-director, co-writer, co-editor and director of photography. Irizarry, from Dingmans Ferry, is co-director, co-writer and co-editor. He also created original tracks and played Bruce. in the woods. The movie begins with our characters grappling with survival and dealing with both internal and external threats, and as it progresses our hero Bruce

finds himself at this cabin where all this demonic stuff went down before the movie begins. He finds a satanic shrine, and not only does he have to deal with the living dead closing in on him but something far more sinister. This is where the opening narrative [which is four pages of exposition] would be linked to the rest of the film, to further illustrate the origins of these forces and how they are the source of the living dead.” This explanation makes it clear how the pentagram found with a skull in one room was the center of an even more sinister force. The film (a short at about 45 minutes) really revolves around the doomed love of our hero Bruce and his unnamed girlfriend. The motif of this love is a silver locket containing both their pictures that reflects their ongoing relationship and inevitable ending. There was a time when some believed that zombies, being the living undead, were, in fact un-killable. But the zombie universe has changed since those days. King said, “Most zombie films show that the one thing that can neutralize a zombie for good is targeting the brain. Throughout our filming of ‘Dusk of the Dead’ we consistently strived to pay homage to the George Romero zombie model (primarily following the precedent set by ‘Dawn of the Dead’) —the zombie being a brain-dead corpse hungry for humans that can indeed be killed, but only with a sharp blow or gunshot to the head. You can see in ‘La Veglia’ that targeting the brain is the only real way to keep the living dead ‘dead’ for good (although this doesn’t stop Bruce from going nuts on them with a chainsaw). I hope that clears up concerns about the internal logic.” It did, actually. And the film did stay true to its own universe.

Unexpected resignation catches Honesdale council off guard By LINDA DROLLINGER

ONESDALE, PA — The announcement at the August 15 meeting of the Honesdale borough council that longtime borough treasurer Karen Breidenstein had submitted a letter of resignation earlier that day was greeted with shock and dismay from council members Bill Canfield and Bob Jennings, both of whom had worked with her for years during their council tenures. Canfield immediately asked the reason for Breidenstein’s resignation. President Mike Augello responded that no reason had been stated in the letter. Canfield introduced a motion to reject the resignation. Seconded by Jennings, the motion failed to pass. Augello said, “In my experience, notice of resignation submitted in writing means the employee’s decision has already been made.” A motion to accept the resignation was introduced and passed, with Canfield and Jennings casting the only opposition votes; Jeremy Ebert was absent.

But Canfield remained adamant about discovering why Breidenstein was resigning after 22 years of service to the borough. Breidenstein began those years as the park and shop lot attendant in 1994, continued as a clerk in the borough office from 2007 to 2012, and ended as treasurer from 2012 to present. Saying that Breidenstein was irreplaceable and noting that she has detected and corrected many problematic situations and inconsistencies in borough finances, Canfield said the borough would be hard-pressed to find someone as honest, trustworthy and dedicated as she has been. He also warned that the borough would find itself in dire straits after August 29, the date Breidenstein’s resignation becomes effective. Heeding that warning, the council voted to advertise for new treasurer applicants, all except Canfield voting in favor. Chris Murray commented that Breidenstein’s departure would almost certainly impact the borough manager role. Discussion begun in August 8 executive session (minus Canfield, Jennings and Michael

Dux) about refining that role will continue in subsequent executive sessions. In an August 16 phone conversation, Breidenstein explained her resignation as a need for change and new opportunity. In other business, Skip Mendler, Katharine Dodge and Chuck Heyn of Wayne Citizens to Reclaim Democracy (WCRD), petitioned the council during the public comment segment to adopt a resolution endorsing their group’s initiative, an amendment to the U.S. Constitution limiting the rights of corporations and restoring those of individual citizens. Mendler said the rights of individual citizens have been abrogated ever since corporations were granted the same inalienable constitutional rights as human beings. He noted that initially corporate rights were limited by various caveats, but that over time those limits have been systematically eroded and deliberately abolished. He argued that now corporate constitutional rights, combined with unimaginable corporate wealth, lobbying and political clout, have

diminished accordingly the inalienable rights of human beings in favor of those of corporations. Dodge noted that when the Constitution was adopted and signed in 1787, those inalienable rights protected only 6% of the American population: white males over 21 years of age who owned property and were eligible to vote. As the nation matured, amendments were added, guaranteeing those rights to more Americans: people of color, women, those 18 years and older, and those who don’t own property. But now, said Dodge, that trend is reversing, and the only way to restore it is via constitutional amendment. WCRD will hold an event in Honesdale’s Central Park on the anniversary of the Constitution’s signing, September 17, to raise awareness of the Constitution and its guarantees. For more information about WCRD and its parent organization, Move to Amend, visit movetoamend.org. Select the local affiliates tab from the site map, for information specifically about WCRD and other local chapters.

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Dueling regulators at Toronto access Activists schedule demonstration By FRITZ MAYER

MALLWOOD, NY — Tensions at the public access in the Toronto Reservoir are rising again, as someone called in a trespassing complaint to Bethel Constables regarding a person or persons who were on a marked-off area of the access. The New York State Department of Health (DOH) has placed signs saying the area is now considered a public bathing area, and without amenities such as a lifeguard and access to potable water, the public may not use it. Members of Friends of the Toronto disagree with the

Sturm said “everything was great down there for a couple of years,” but the posting of the signs has brought the issue to the surface again. The Friends of Toronto Reservoir have scheduled a demonstarion at the reservoir on Sunday, August 21, at 12 noon. Bob Barrett, a resident who has closely followed this issue for at least 13 years wrote in an email that the public has a right to use the access and the water for “fishing, boating, hiking, and sunbathing with or without a chair.” A representative of Eagle Creek did not return a call seeking comment.

DOH interpretation of the law, and everyone agrees that Eagle Creek operates a hydropower plant under license from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the license requires that a public access area be maintained by Eagle Creek at that location. Town of Bethel Supervisor Dan Sturm said constables responded to a complaint on August 14 when someone put a chair on part of the access that was blocked off. But Sturm said constables will not be removing people from the water. He said the constables are not the enforcement arm of the DOH, and he does not necessarily agree with the DOH decision to post the signs.

New bank stabilization process tested

Triathlon in Port Jervis By ANYA TIKKA

Several age groups competed, and there was also an open category. Two teams also competed. ORT JERVIS, NY — Despite the It may come as a surprise to some that sweltering heat, several particithe winner of the males over 75 category, pants came to the second annual William Schneider, reported a time on Tri-State Triathlon held on Sunday Augreenleafracing.com of 1:21:56.6. That’s gust 7, battling to win in the combined better than Keith Sullivan, the winner in time results of a swim, a bike ride and a the youngest male age group of 25 to 29, run. The race started from the West End whose time is recorded as 1:27:36.8. Beach in Port Jervis, followed by a bike Nancy Bachman, the women’s override to Hawk’s Nest in Deerpark, with 75 category winner at 1:53:29.8, also did a 5k run through the city of Port Jervis well, although she didn’t beat the winner to finish it off. The bike ride length was of the youngest women’s age group, 20 to about 10k, and the swim 500 meters. 24, Audrey Brand, who ran in at 1:43:01.7. The female open winners were Aleksandra Vukojicic, Sarah Obrien and Barbara Sessa. Male open winners were John McGurk, Douglas Thomson and Michael Bassett. The Port Jervis Recreation Department started the race last year and is hoping to attract visitors and racers to the annual event in keeping with the city’s vision of branding itself as a destination for outdoor sports and Contributed photo other recreational opportunities. A runner approaches the finish line at the Tri-State Triathlon.

Soil nailing avoids “thermal pollution”

By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — At a meeting at the government center on August 8, Ed McAndrew the commissioner of the Sullivan County Division of Public Works (DPW), said his department is testing a new method called “soil nailing” to stabilize stream banks next to roads. McAndrew told lawmakers that the technique involves 1.5-inch diameter rods being driven vertically along the edge of the road into the earth and then horizontally back into the embankment. That area is then covered with wire mesh and the mesh is bolted to the rods, all of which is intended to keep the soil in place. Finally it is covered with a layer of a concrete-like substance. He said the technique is being used instead of driving sheet piling into the earth or stacking large stones called riprap. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has concerns about those two more established techniques because of thermal pollution. McAndrew said sheet

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This bank stabilization project uses “soil nailing,” a process that the county is testing on County Route 127 along Laundry Brook outside Jeffersonville. piling and riprap “heat up the water in all the trout streams.” McAndrew said there are other advantages to the technique. For instance, if it’s a high embankment, the top third of it can be soil nailed from the surface of the road and the rest of the embankment does not need to be treated. He said the test project is located at County Road 127 in the Town of Callicoon, and there are several locations along county roads that could make use of this technique.

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EDITORIAL

PEACE & JUSTICE FILES

Malick’s positions are on target

ew York State Sen. John Bonacic nearly did not have an opponent in the coming election. No candidates had filed to run in the Democratic primary by the July 14 deadline. Pramilla Malick, however, petitioned successfully for an “opportunity to ballot,” which means that Democratic voters will have a chance to write in her name in a primary election on September 13. The “opportunity to ballot” apparently also triggers an opportunity for voters to write in other names. But Malick is the only one actively campaigning, and most likely she will be on the ballot in November challenging Bonacic. Malick’s political ambitions appear to be driven by her battles against big energy. She was at the forefront of the battle against the Minisink compressor station. In that case, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) shamelessly allowed Millennium Pipeline to build a compressor station in the middle of a neighborhood of hundreds of families, when a nearly empty site was available just a few miles away, because it would save the company a little money. Then she waged a campaign— which she is still waging—against a huge unnecessary power plant in the middle of Orange County. Malick writes on her website (www. pramillamalickforstatesenate.com/platform), “We have seen, firsthand, the failure of our government to protect public health through the bodies of our children wrought from toxic trespass, sacrificed for our national addiction to fossil fuels.” She also outlines her positions on various topics. Under “Ethics,” she says, “Justice is not possible without a level playing field. We must remove the influence of big money and special interest. We must eliminate pay to

play, to ensure that elected officials are acting in the best interest of the public.” On education: “We need much greater funding of public education, and the state must ensure equality in education. We need specific funding for STEM programs, as well as environmental studies, music and the arts.” On the environment: “In these historic times, when climate change portends extreme weather catastrophes, casualties and destruction, we need a leader who understands the magnitude of the challenges that we face; someone concerned about the public health, safety and welfare. Pramilla understands that the gas and oil industry will do all in its power to shift the liability for the consequences of extreme weather occurrences to the taxpayers, and she is prepared to serve as our advocate in the New York Senate.” On energy: “The greatest crisis of human history is now upon us, and we need elected officials that recognize the magnitude of this crisis. We need a Marshall Plan to transition our state to 100% renewable energy: wind, hydro, solar and geothermal by 2030! We have the technology and the human ingenuity, all we lack is the political will; Pramilla aims to change that.” Sen. Bonacic will be running on three lines. He is very well established, well known by his constituents, and it will be very difficult for Malick to beat him. But even if she doesn’t win the election, the positions she is promoting will likely only grow stronger among an increasing number of voters in the district, the state and the country. It is past time that we addressed the above issues in a more robust and direct fashion, and we are glad to see the scope of the conversation expanded to include them.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR DR. PUNNYBONE

Walking the walk in Mamakating This letter is in response to Chuck Petersheim’s letter to The River Reporter in the August 11 edition. It appears that Chuck has spewed unsubstantiated accusations without knowing the facts. In his letter, he identified a modest real estate investment of mine (G-Mart) in the Town of Mamakating, stating that it “utilizes not one alternative energy or truly energy efficient product.” This couldn’t be further from the truth. The fact of the matter is that the business has over the last year and a half partnered with Orange and Rockland (O&R) and instituted numerous energy-efficient programs that reContinued on page 7

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “I am always doing that which I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it.” — Pablo Picasso Absent T Ballot

By Skip Mendler

Once in a lifetime

“And you may ask yourself Well, how did I get here?” — David Byrne/Talking Heads, “Once in a Lifetime”

aybe you don’t know who Grover Norquist is, but some call him “the most powerful Republican” or even “the most powerful man in America.” He’s an anti-tax activist, the head of Americans for Tax Reform (www.atr.org), and the guy behind the “No New Taxes” pledge that practically every Republican candidate for elected office must swear to, an oath only slightly less weighty than that of a Greek god swearing upon the River Styx. (Side note: Grover and I were in the same undergraduate class at Harvard College, but I never met him in person. We ran in different circles. I was into theatre; he hung out with The Guys Who Were Obviously Destined to Rule the World.) Anyway: Grover said something really interesting back in 2012, something that I think might help explain the Donald Trump phenomenon. Here’s the quote: “We are not auditioning for Fearless Leader. We don’t need a president to tell us in what direction to go. We know what direction to go... We just need a president to sign this stuff. We don’t need someone to think it up or design it. The leadership now for the modern conservative movement for the next 20 years will be coming out of the House and the Senate... Pick a Republican with enough working digits to handle a pen to become president of the United States.” (Source: Daily Kos, bit.ly/2aT5pSY ) So a few weeks ago, I sent a tweet to Grover: “@GroverNorquist So, have you actually seen @realDonaldTrump wield a pen? Are his digits acceptably functional?” And here is Grover’s verbatim response: “@smendler Right number of digits. Some say they are small, but that is okay.” Now, I’m not going to say that Grover’s statement explicitly confirmed my suspicions; you can judge that for yourself. But I submit that Donald Trump is exactly the kind of candidate Grover and his compadres had in mind: someone with no policy ideas of his own, but who’d be perfectly willing to sign whatever the (GOP-dominated) Congress might send his way. “But wait!” you might say. “What about all that panic, all that ‘Never Trump’ stuff? What about all that opposition from the ‘GOP Establishment’ before the convention?” Here it becomes useful to know that Donald Trump has some experience with the world of professional wrestling. In that world, there is the concept of “putting someone over,” that is, making the audience sympathetic and supportive toward a certain wrestler (sometimes called the “face” or “babyface”). Traditionally, this has done by the wrestler’s opponents in the ring (the “heels”) making them look good, but in recent years, some of the major wrestling promotions have used a different approach, designing storylines where the opponent is not another wrestler, but the “management” itself. I would suggest that by seeming to “resist” or be “panicked” by Trump’s rise, the “Establishment” sought to create an image of Trump as an “anti-elitist,’ a “maverick” who would “shake things up in Washington”—when of course, he’s nothing of the kind. But it is beginning to become obvious that the GOP establishment has overreached, as they have many times before. They have created a phenomenon that threatens to run out of their control. Or, as David Byrne might say: “You may ask yourself, am I right, am I wrong? And you may say to yourself My God, what have I done?”

AUGUST 18-24, 2016 • 7

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MY VIEW

ROOT CELLAR

By ‘Catskill Bob’ Daley

By Kristin Barron

The Pond Eddy bridge to nowhere

t was a beautiful Sunday morning, so I decided to take a trip to see for myself if what I had been hearing about the latest construction on the Delaware River was true. I remembered that over the years, the Delaware has been so carefully guarded by an assorted group of government bodies (UDC, NPS), by volunteers (Delaware Riverkeepers) and primarily by local residents and those who have lived here for years. Now, however, this careful guardianship seems to have given way to a misguided effort to build a bridge across its width at Pond Eddy. It is quite literally a bridge to absolutely nowhere. How I wish I would have spoken up before, how I wish that I and others would have soundly refuted this wasted effort . As I drove my car over this bridge, which is listed on the National Historic Places register, I thought of all the individuals and homes on the other side and how this bridge’s predecessor served them and others for the years during which the bluestone quarries in the area were at their prime in the late 1800s. This bridge was built in 1904 following a severe flood, but by that time bluestone mining had waned. As I drove, I wondered where each of the roads on the Shohola side would carry me. Since my wife and I take frequent country rides we are always looking for new paths, new trails to follow here in the foothills of the Pocono and Catskill region. Our answer lay just ahead as we headed over the bridge and turned right onto Flagstone Road. This “road”—and I hesitate to flatter it as such—was the width of one car and heavily potholed. We managed to drive its full half-mile length and noticed a total of four houses. While I can’t guess how many of these homes are lived in year-round, let’s just say it’s half of them, or two. We turned around in someone’s driveway,

afraid to overstay our welcome due to the preponderance of no trespassing signs all about. Flagstone Road, bordered by the Delaware River on one side and the railroad on the other, goes absolutely nowhere. Surely the other road must lead to somewhere, we thought. Surely we can’t have approved the unimaginable expenditure of $18,900,000 plus overruns to just four homes. As we passed by the Pennsylvania entry to the bridge, Flagstone Road becomes Rosa Road. We drove down the six tenths of a mile on Old Rosa and much to our surprise, we counted 12 homes, or shall we say wooden structures. Most of the homes appeared not to have been lived in for some time, and most looked like old hunting cabins. Of these structures, there were four homes that might be termed “year-round” since they were well maintained and landscaped. But once again, this road led to nowhere as well. So where are we? How were the people of the Town of Lumberland, NY on its mainland and the people of Pennsylvania in neighboring Shohola so hoodwinked? Who justified to whom the spending of $18,900,000 plus overruns to rebuild a bridge that must have a traffic-count of possibly only 10 cars each day? Who is the individual person responsible for giving the go-ahead on this ridiculous two-year project? We’ll never know the answer. I wish that our state governments could have listened to residents and shown more accountability to them. I would have suggested that instead those in charge should give each of the six fulltime Pond Eddy Bridge residents a check for $1,000,000, giving them a choice to live very happily anywhere… and we taxpayers could have saved ourselves a sum of about $12,000,000. A win for everyone. [“Catskill Bob” Daley is a resident of Beach Lake, PA.]

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Where were they in January?

duced the businesses energy use by 25% and demand by 30%, resulting in a total yearly reduction of approximately 150,000 kilowatts of electricity. The programs we instituted included: • Installing new LED ceiling lighting • Installing 30 new LED refrigeration-case lighting • Replacing 85 case fans with state-of-the-art new energy-efficient motors • Replacing frozen food heated door elements with energy-efficient elements • Replacing parking lot lighting from high-output 420 watt incandescent bulbs to 120 watt energy-efficient LED bulbs The total cost of the programs was approximately $70,000, of which O&R contributed a percentage. Ironically, I have also been asked by O&R to speak to other customers on their behalf attesting to the benefits of these programs. Moreover, we have been approved by NYSERDA for a financing program to retrofit open refrigeration cases with closed French doors, resulting in more energy saving. In closing, any business that would like more information regarding the energy efficient programs available from O&R discussed above, can contact me directly at wgmart @gmail. com. And Chuck, maybe we could sit down and you could buy me a drink at that new elegant resort in our town on 211 Mail Rd. and discuss the definition of walking the walk. Jim Gutekunst, Eldred, NY

This letter is in response to the article in the August 11-17 issue of The River Reporter regarding the Pond Eddy Bridge. In the article, it is reported that Barbara Arrindell, director of Damascus Citizens for Sustainability (DCS), said that the public has not seen the causeway plan. If she or any other representative of DCS had been to the meeting held on January 21 in Shohola, PA, as reported in the story “New Pond Eddy Bridge unveiled” in the January 27 issue, they would have seen that the facts were laid out as to what was happening and how it was going to proceed. Richard Plunz, who had been one of those spearheading the movement to preserve the bridge, was away, so he sent Pat Carulo as his eyes/ears. I went to see if the planners were at least in the right ballpark. There were detailed maps. The answers during the Q&A were not flim-flam answers. I spoke in depth with David MacEwan, local project liaison, about the project, and why the authorities weren’t willing to consider repairing the bridge rather than replacing it. I was told that federal law mandates any new bridge must be able to carry a load of 35,000 pounds. Period. The end. My question is: where was DCS when that group needed them most, and what prompted them to jump in now? In their backyard they have another bridge that has been closed and is in danger of replacement (Skinners Falls) and another that is half closed (Narrowsburg) at their front door. What are they doing about those? Maybe they should open their eyes closer to home. Larry Braverman Beach Lake, PA

Christmas pickles

t is too soon, I think, to imagine the bare trees of December and it is too warm this August to contemplate a steaming oven, but it is time to think of Christmas dinner. It is time to make the “Christmas pickles” for our holiday celebrations. I have been putting up “lazy pickles,” using an old fashioned mustard pickle recipe from my mother. And “lazy” they are, requiring no muggy processing or boiling brines or any special equipment. My mother held home canning in great esteem and made jars of these tiny, tangy pickles every summer when I was young, along with other kinds of processed pickles, giardiniera, and carrot and tomato TRR photo by Kristin relishes. But as she aged, she Barron stopped making the processed dills and bread and butter varieties and concentrated on making at least two jars of lazy pickles for the holidays. The rank of the lowly, lazy pickle changed too as they began to be known by my kids as “Christmas pickles.” My mother grew all her own cucumbers so that she could insure the perfect size for her pickles. The tiniest of cucumbers is the perfect size for lazy pickles. Like cornichons, lazy pickles are preferably no longer than one or two inches. They are ideally those tiny, pimply, growing nubs that are still attached to the cucumber flower (although blossom and stem end should be removed to assure crisp pickles). But you can slice bigger cucumbers to size easily as well (small sized pickling varieties such as Kirby or National Pickling and Boston Pickling are best). That is what I do, since I have not grown cucumbers in my garden in years. A farmers’ market is the top place to find pickling cucumbers since it is best to avoid store-bought cucumbers, which are often waxed. As a child, the thing I found most intriguing about lazy pickles was the method of turning the pickle jars upside down and upending them again every other day to insure that the cloudy solution soaked all of the cucumbers. And I still appreciate this routine—although there are days that I forget to do it. In the end, the mouth puckering, sharp flavor is perfect alongside roast turkey and Christmas ham. The “lazy, hazy” days of August are here, and we are all in the midst of a busy summer. I am happy I was able to make a few jars of these pickles for our holiday table. It is an easy and delicious tradition. I have included my mother’s recipe below for your own pickling pleasure.

Lazy Pickles Solution for ﬁve pints: ¼ cup canning salt; ¼ cup sugar; 3 cups vinegar (apple cider); 2 Tablespoons ground mustard; 1 cup cold water. Adjust by adding sugar to taste. (Do not boil solution.) Pack small cucumbers in pint jars. Stir solids together, add vinegar and water. Stir to combine then pour over cucumbers to jar top. Put in refrigerator. Upend and reverse jars at least four days, preferably longer (3 to 4 months) to marinate.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS MILFORD, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The 16th annual United Way Day of Caring will be held on Saturday, September 10 at Delaware Valley High School. The event is a day when volunteers join together and travel to local non-profit human service agencies to help clean up, clean out and refresh for the coming months ahead. The 15th annual 9/11 Memorial Blood Drive will be held in the DV 9-10 gym beginning at 9 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Day of Caring is a perfect example of how we contribute to the community. This event is not a fundraiser, nor a campaign, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simply an event that we put on to help those organizations in need,â&#x20AC;? said Matthew Osterberg, president of the United Way of Pike County (UWPC). Registration starts at 8 a.m. Every volunteer will receive a free T-shirt, a gift from The Dime Bank, Lattimore Construction, Kahr Arms, Voltron Electric and Delaware Hudson Taxidermy. After registration, all volunteers are invited to enjoy a breakfast prepared by the Warrior CafĂŠ. The actual work of the day begins at 9 a.m. and will end at 2 p.m. Visit www.unitedwaypike.org for the application to sign up. Mail the application to The United Way of Pike County, PO Box 806, Milford, PA 18337. You can also call 570/296-9980.

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Napolitano to be featured at chamber event MILFORD, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Pike County Chamber of Commerce Signature Event, scheduled for August 25, is titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Evening with Andrew P. Napolitano.â&#x20AC;? It will be held at Silver Birches in Hawley, with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. As Fox Newsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Senior Judicial Analyst since 1998, Judge Napolitano broadcasts nationwide daily on the Fox News Channel and the Fox Business Network. He is nationally known for watching and reporting on the government as it interferes with personal liberty, private property and economic opportunity. To attend, visit the Pike County Chamber of Commerce website at www.pikechamber.com/event or call 570/2968700. Tickets cost $125 per person and include a gourmet meal.

MONTICELLO, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Sullivan County Historical Society has announced that its annual 2016 History Maker award goes to Sullivan County Community Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (SCCC) Professor Thomas Lambert, and its History Preserver Award goes to the Callicoon Center Band. Lambertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life experience led to his choosing a career as a sociologist and became the foundation for his teachings. His creative, entertaining and maverick style made his sociology class one of the most popular on campus. SCCC Vice President Bob Schultz, reflecting on Lambertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retirement after 43 years teaching, called him â&#x20AC;&#x153;perhaps the most extraordinary teacher in the history of the college.â&#x20AC;? During the late 19th and early 20th century, bands based in communities throughout Sullivan County were the main source of entertainment, providing performances at local celebrations, outdoor events and social gatherings. The first Callicoon Center Band was formed in 1873, when Casper Gilbert assembled a group of novice musicians, composed mainly of family and neighbors, and began playing as a brass band. Since then, the band has survived numerous changes in band leadership, two World Wars and diminished public interest due to the advent of commercial radio and the phonograph. Today, the Callicoon Center Band, organized in 1935, may be considered the last community band standing in the county. The awards will be presented at a dinner in October. For more information call 845/434-8044. Continued on page 13

John Y. Lassley Jr. of Beach Lake, PA a lifelong resident of the area, passed away on Saturday, August 13, 2016. He was 85. The son of the late John Lassley Sr. and Minnie Steffens Lassley, he was born February 13, 1931 in Beach Lake, PA. John was a former Highway Superintendent for the Town of Tusten, NY. He also worked for the Monticello Racetrack. John is survived by his wife Alice Smith Lassley. They were married for 59 years. He was a former member of Beaver Brook Rod and Gun Club and the Honesdale Senior Citizens Group. A family statement reads, â&#x20AC;&#x153;John was a loving and caring husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and tinkering. He could fi x anything. He was always there to lend a helping hand. He loved telling stories of his youth to his family and could have everyone laughing for hours. He took a special pride and enjoyment in his great granddaughter Olivia, who he would frequently sing to. She was the sparkle in his eye. He will greatly be missed by his family and all of his friends.â&#x20AC;? Survivors include his wife Alice Lassley, his son, Michael Lassley and his wife Nina of Honesdale, PA; his granddaughter Breanne Lassley of Beach Lake, PA; his grandsons Erik Lassley and his wife Kim of Waymart, PA, and Chris Horstman of Vermont; his great granddaughter Olivia Lassley and several nieces, nephews and cousins. John is predeceased by his son Donald Lassley, sister Mildred Rolston and brothers James Lassley and Frank Lassley. Graveside services will be private at the convenience of the family. Burial of his cremains will be in Glen Cove Cemetery. Pastor Phyllis Haynes will officiate.

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NARROWSBURG NEWS

By Ann O’Hara

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ichard and Mary Bortree Gilpin, both natives of Northern Ireland, emigrated with their seven children around 1810 to Sterling Township and became prosperous farmers. Their son Richard married Eliza Bennett, whose family was among the earliest arrivals to the area from Connecticut. Richard and Eliza had 10 children, including Dr. Fletcher Gilpin, a prominent Dreher Township physician married to Elizabeth Houck. Born in 1843, Dr. Gilpin died in 1912 in Newfoundland. According to the Directory of Deceased American Physicians, Fletcher Gilpin was an allopath who practiced traditional medicine, using established medicines and surgery. This postcard of a grand Victorian home

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is labeled “Dr. Gilpin’s Residence.” In an article in the May 28, 1968 Pocono Record, the late Peggy Bancroft wrote that the Gilpin house, built in 1886 by Dr. Gilpin, boasted more than two dozen rooms, including two doctors’ offices, two bathrooms and spacious outsized rooms. It was shared by the families of Dr. Gilpin and his brother-in-law, Dr. Arthur J. Simons, probably Newfoundland’s first doctors. From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main St., Honesdale, PA. The museum and research library are open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. and museum only 12 noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

ometimes we become so focused on one thing we forget to put things into perspective. The Narrowsburg Beautification Group (NBG) was focused on once again winning a big prize from Sullivan Renaissance. The NBG won, although a small prize— $1,000. So let’s put things into perspective. Sullivan Renaissance began its “beatification and community development program” 16 years ago, and the NBG has participated every year since the beginning. As a result, with Sullivan Renaissance funding, the NBG has provided us with some longlasting improvements to our town, i.e. stacked-stone planters found at the southern entranceway at Bridge Street and Route 97 and in front of the library and the welcome sign as you come over the bridge from PA. The NBG has planted trees that will last for years. In fact one of the first projects was to plant the beautiful spring-flowering pear trees along Bridge Street. Have you noticed the blooms on the hydrangea trees on Kirk Road by Pete’s? They were part of last year’s project. This year several more trees were planted.

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Lorraine Viola Westcott Leet of Honesdale, PA died peacefully at home in the presence of her loving family on August 6, 2016. She was 91. A memorial service was held on Thursday, August 11, 2016 in the Wesley Room of the Central United Methodist Church, Honesdale with the Rev. Rob Kazinski oﬃciating. Interment will be private in Evergreen Cemetery, Susquehanna, PA. Donations can be made to the Dessin Animal Shelter, 138 Miller Drive, Honesdale, PA 18431.

George Joseph “Woody” Wood George Joseph “Woody” Wood of White Lake, NY passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the Catskill Regional Medical Center in Harris. He was 76. The funeral service was held on Monday, August 15, 2016 at the VanInwegen-Kenny Funeral Home, 401 Broadway, Monticello. Burial with Military Honors followed at Evergreen Cemetery, Bethel. Memorial contributions can be made to Community United Methodist Church of Kauneonga Lake, P.O. Box 891, Kauneonga Lake, NY 12749.

It’s a fact that just since 2010 the NBG has won $58,000 in prizes, and that doesn’t include grant awards. Since 2010 we have won a prize every year without exception. We have won the top prizes on several occasions and smaller prizes at other times. Add the grant funding awarded to our projects every year, and the NBG has won close to $100,000 over the years. Now that’s some perspective. So, as we go forward, we are all winners sharing the sights in front of the post office, up and down Main Street, in front of the Upper Delaware Council—and the list goes on and on. By the way, the $1,000 prize was for a Judges Choice award for the “Best Showing of Flowers with Community Involvement.” That means everyone’s efforts have not gone unnoticed. Thank you all for working so hard to maintain the beauty of our community. Reminder: The Lava Fire Department will have a pancake breakfast on Saturday, August 21. They are known for their all-inclusive BIG breakfast. Come support our local fire fighters.

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Brundage Pharmacies opens new location LAKE WALLENPAUPACK, PA — The Chamber of the Northern Poconos conducted a ribbon cutting ceremony at Brundage’s Lake Region Pharmacy on Tuesday, August 9. Brundage Pharmacies, Inc. is an independent, family-owned business offering personal service with competitive prices. The Gresham’s Landing address is 2489 Rte. 6. Hours of operation for both the Lake Region and the Belmont Street location in downtown Waymart are Monday through Friday from 9 am. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seen here at the ribbon-cutting in the front row are Chamber of the Northern Poconos Executive Director Debbie Gillette, left; proprietors Anna and Leah Brundage; their parents, proprietors pharmacist Mike Brundage and wife Chris; Tracy Cummings of Lakota Health Care; and chamber directors Dr. Lorraine Kloss and Jim Shook. In the back row are pharmacy technician Ellen Daly-O’Connor, left, and pharmacy manager Kevin Reed; Dr. Ethan Singer and Lakota Healthcare professionals; and Jim and Helena Mooney. For more information email blrrx@ptd.net, visit www.brundagesrx.com, or call 570/390-7655.

MONTICELLO, NY — The Pinnacle Soccer Academy will join Pro Prospects Training Center in Monticello, starting in November. Pinnacle will offer individual, small-group and team training and joins Pro Prospects (baseball and softball) and Pursuit Field Hockey in offering sports skill development at its New York facility. Pinnacle Soccer is headed by Lou Velasco, a National Soccer Coaching Association of America Level 6 certified instructor and a longtime high school and travel soccer coach; and Geraldo Martinez, a former assistant and goalkeepers’ coach at California Lutheran University (D-III). Pinnacle Soccer will offer a complete developmental range of programs for players ages six through 18 on Saturdays starting November 4. There will be an open house on Saturday, August 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at which it will hold a free clinic and offer discounts on its offseason training program. Visit Pinnacle SA at www.pinnaclesocceracademy.com or call 845/423-9924.

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HONESDALE, PA — Wayne County Historical Society’s Plain Speaking Summer Series will present Pike County Historian George Fluhr giving a talk titled, “The Stourbridge Lion, Part One,” on Friday, August 19 at 5 p.m. Fluhr is an avid researcher and the author of many books about local history. He has been a leader of the Shohola Railroad & Historical Society for many years. The Stourbridge Lion made its initial run in Honesdale on August 8, 1829. It was the first steam engine to run on tracks in the Western Hemisphere. The replica of the Lion is housed in the Main Museum of the Wayne County Historical Society at 810 Main St. Wayne County Historical Society’s Plain Speaking Summer Series is free and open to the public. The presentations continue on Fridays through August 26 at 5 p.m. For more information visit www.WayneHistoryPA.org.

PORT JERVIS, NY — The Hub @ The Port Jervis Free Library will host a chat with Jerry Kuntz, award-winning author of “The Heroic Age of Diving,” on Thursday, August 25, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the reference room. In his book, Kuntz shares the stories of the pioneers of underwater invention and the brave divers who employed the new technologies as they raced with—and against— marine engineers to salvage three tragic wrecks of Lake Erie. Beginning in 1837, some of the most brilliant engineers of America’s Industrial Revolution turned their attention to undersea technology. Inventors developed practical hard-helmet diving suits, as well as new designs of submarines, diving bells, floating cranes and undersea explosives. All of these underwater technologies were used to salvage the wrecks.

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SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — A series of free educational workshops, intended to empower the public to make informed consumer decisions that can improve their lives, will be offered in coming weeks. On August 23, there will be a tenants’ rights forum presented by Legal Services of the Hudson Valley held in the Senior Room of Liberty Parks and Recreation Department on 119 North Main St. A class on how to create and manage a home budget will follow on August 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Action Toward Independence on 309 East Broadway in Monticello. On August 30, at the same location, there will be class on credit from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This workshop series is free to the public. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information or to register visit www.sullivancce.org, call 845/292-6180, or email sullivan@cornell.edu.

PORT JERVIS, NY — Erinn Braun from the Orange County Office for the Aging will lead an interactive discussion about Medicare and its preventive benefits available, screening services available, and the annual wellness visit to your physician at The Hub in the Port Jervis on Friday, August 26 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Whether you are already enrolled in Medicare, about to enroll, or have questions about the upcoming open enrollment period, you should attend this program. It will not be necessary to use computers to benefit from this program, but portions of the program will include explanation of how one can use the Internet to find answers to questions and gain access to benefits. Extra Hub trainers will be available to help those who may need assistance to use the computers. The workshop is limited to 20 attendees. Register by calling 845/856-7313, or email thehub@portjervislibrary. org.

Hospice volunteer training WURTSBORO, NY — Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties seeks volunteers, and will offer a volunteer training starting in September. Sessions will be held on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., from September 19 through October 31 at the Community Church of Wurtsboro, 143 Sullivan St. The primary role of a volunteer is to provide companionship and/or caregiver relief to persons on hospice and their families. Volunteers share skills and interests in a manner that provides comfort and enriches the quality of life for those served. Volunteers provide companionship through presence, listening to music, reading and reminiscing, etc. Once the prospective volunteer has graduated the training, he or she can provide support in the geographic location in which they reside. Email debrae@hospiceoforange.com or call 845/565-4849.

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SLAC covers health topics MONTICELLO, NY — The Senior Legislative Action Committee of Sullivan County (SLAC) will hold its monthly meeting on Friday, August 26 at 10 a.m. in the hearing room of the government center. Commissioner Joe Todora of the Division of Health and Family Services will speak on the Sullivan County Health Initiative and other service programs. Other topics will include the new Medicare “Seamless Crossover” policy and a short film on Medicare Part D prescriptions costs. For more information call 845/807-0421 or 985/7901. The presentation is free, but reservations are required. Call 845/856-7313, ext. 5; email thehub@portjervisli brary.org, or register in person.

About pilgrimage BEACH LAKE, PA — Visiting minister Mary Tiebout, will present a sermon on the topic of pilgrimage at a meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Program on Sunday, August 21 at 10:15 a.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center. She will address the question: if, as they say, the purpose of dance is not merely to get from one place on the dance floor to another but to portray the human soul in motion, what might we say about the physical, emotional and intellectual journeys that make up our lives? A social time and refreshments will follow the program. For directions visit www.uduuf.org/directions.

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EDUCATION Wayne Highlands school openings REGION â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Wayne Highlands School District will begin its school year on Monday, August 29. Homeroom assignments for each building will be published and are accessible at www.waynehigh lands.org. All students should be aware of their homeroom assignments before reporting to school on the first day. Building assignments are Stourbridge Primary Center, Kindergarten through grade 2; Lakeside Elementary School, grades three through five; Damascus Area School for Kindergarten through grade eight; Preston Area School, Kindergarten through grade eight; Wayne Highlands Middle School, grades six through eight; and Honesdale High School, grades nine through 12. The normal dismissal time is 3 p.m. Bus routes and pickup times remain the same as last year. The district cafeterias will be in operation on the first day of school. The prices for the school lunches are $2.60 for elementary students and $2.85 for secondary students. Reduced price lunch costs $.40. Breakfast will be served on the first day of school. The price for school breakfast is $2 for grades K through 12, and reduced priced breakfast costs $.30. Prepaying for school meals with cash or check (made payable to â&#x20AC;&#x153;WHSD Food Servicesâ&#x20AC;?) is recommended, and can be done in the mornings at each school or online at www.schoolcafe.com, with a fee of $1.95 per transaction. Applications for free or reduced-price meals will be handed out in homeroom the first day of school. Families can also apply on-line at www.paschoolmeals.com.

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The radiothon will be held later this year over the course of two days on Thunder 102. Community members can support the radiothon by purchasing Bethel Woods Center for the Arts Boot Cards in local businesses. For more information visit Thunder102.com.

Bar Association supports Wayne literacy HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Recently, the Wayne County Bar Association (WCBA) donated $2,500 to the Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program in order to support their mission of providing educational assistance to adults in Wayne County who face learning disadvantages that prevent them from achieving economic and personal independence. This is the second year in a row that the WCBA has contributed to the Adult Literacy Program. The Wayne Pike Adult Literacy Program (www.wpalp.org) is headquartered in the Honesdale Library and provides

free tutoring and teaching materials to any adult seeking to earn a Commonwealth Secondary School Diploma, or to learn English and become a U.S. citizen, or to improve their ability to read. The program consists primarily of retired area school teachers who meet with their students in local libraries or other public locations. The Wayne County Bar Association (waynecountylaw yers.org) comprises 60 attorneys who practice in Wayne County.

Tickets on sale for Field to Main fundraiser HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Tickets are now on sale for The Cooperageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Field to Main event, its fourth annual farm-to-table fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, September 17. Tables will be set for a five-course, family-style dinner at The Cooperage on Main Street. Hor dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres will be served from 6 p.m. and dinner will follow at 7 p.m. Once again, the feast will be expertly prepared by culinary artists Benjamin Cooper and Derrick Braun. Both Cooper and Braun are graduates of the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson and Wales University in Providence, RI.

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EGION — While meal delivery services are booming in metropolitan areas, the food used in those meals is grown right in our backyard. Amy Miller, a graduate of The Natural Gourmet Institute in New York and the founder and owner of Early Bird Cookery who lives in Cochecton, realized she could utilize the proximity to local farms and create meals delivered to people who live here and in the city. “Part of what distinguished Early Bird Cookery is the fact that we have access to such lovely local products,” Miller said. Her business works with Willow Wisp Organic Farm, The Anthill Farm, The Lackawaxen Farm Company, Lucky Dog Farm, Heller Farms, Channery Hill Farm, Chaljeri Meats, Snowdance Farm, Hilly Acres and many others. The meal delivery works as follows: Miller and her team send a weekly menu via email to their clients every Wednesday. Anyone can place their orders directly through the website. Then Miller and her crew gather seasonal and local, as well as foraged and wild, ingredients and cook on the weekends. They deliver the meals to clients every Monday. “We are always open to new places where we can drop our goods for clients,” Amy Miller is a chef and owner of Early Bird Cookery. Miller said, “whether it’s an office building or workplace, or even a school, we will work to accommodate everyone.” Continued on page 15

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The menu is diverse, reflecting a wide variety of ingredients, flavors and cuisines, from the familiar, like Italian to the more exotic, like Moroccan. There are meal options as well as sides and salads; soups, stews, broths and stocks; snacks; bean and vegetable dips; juices, tonics, shrub and nut milks; kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lunches, dinner and snacks; healthy breakfast and snack options; organic baby food; eggs and local milk; jams and preserves; mustards and dressings; healthy sweets; and artisanal ice creams. In other words, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little bit of everything. All the meals are gluten-free unless otherwise noted and include meats and vegetables. Miller always loved to cook. Upon graduating the Natural Gourmet Institute six years ago, she worked as a personal chef in New York City. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That eventually morphed into farm-to-table meal delivery,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We now deliver both upstate and to clients in the city.â&#x20AC;? In addition, Early Bird Cookery does catering, and Miller said they cater all sizes of weddings, parties and events as well as many photo shoots and small corporate retreats that are held in the area. For more information and to see the weekly menu and place an order, visit www.earlybirdcookery.com.

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Saturday, August 20, 8 pm “Evening of Chamber Music” featuring Canite Quartet

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This work by Paul Plumadore will be one of those on display at the Vintage Modern Art event in Barryville, NY.

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HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents showcases bluegrass-fusion duo Hank and Pattie of Hank, Pattie and the Current in the underground theater of the Hawley Silk Mill on Saturday, August 20 at 8 p.m. Hank & Pattie is a duo from Raleigh, NC making some waves through the southeastern bluegrass music scene. Banjoist Hank Smith, known for his Béla Fleck and the Flecktones tribute band among other successful musical ventures, teamed up with fiddler Patty Hopkins-Kinlaw to explore their creative ideas while producing what Jill Carletti, managing director of Harmony Presents, describes as “a soulful evolution of American acoustic music weaving bluegrass into the tapestry of jazz, blues and classical styles.” Seating is first come, first seated, and the theater is set up like a small cabaret theater or club, with candlelit tables and a waterfall overlook. Tickets cost $17 to $20. They can be purchased in person at AMSkier Insurance Agency, 209 Main Ave. or online at www.harmonypresents. com. For more information call 570/5888077.

BARRYVILLE, NY — The Vintage Modern Art event taking place on August 27 at the Barryville Farmers’ Market will feature art, live music, and fresh fruits and vegetables all in the same place. Local artists have collaborated to create works of art that relate to the “Vintage Modern Art” theme—something old and new at the same time. Some art on display uses vintage newspaper as the backdrop for new painting. Many of the artists have found ways to repurpose found, discarded, or unwanted objects. Other artists have used new technologies to treat classical themes. Americana music sensation Little Sparrow will offer a live performance at 11 a.m. The exhibit will be open the same hours as the farmers’ market, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is the third in the Barryville Area Arts Association’s “Building Community Through Art” series, made possible through a grant from New York State Council on the Arts Decentralization program (through the Delaware Valley Arts Association), and the generous cooperation of the Barryville Farmers’ Market. For more information visit www.bar ryvilleareaarts.org/OurCurrentProj ects.html.

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Argentinian musician at Nesin MONTICELLO, NY — The Nesin Cultural Arts (NCA) Summer Music Academy faculty will perform with special guest J.P. Jofre on Monday, August 22, at 4:30 p.m. at the Eugene D. Nesin Theatre for the Performing Arts, 22 St. John St. Jofre is an Argentinean bandoneon (similar to an accordion) player whom The New York Times highlighted as one of today’s leading artists by Great Performers at Lincoln Center. He has taken his form of contemporary tango to some of the most important venues in Asia, Europe, America and the Caribbean as soloist and composer. The suggested donation is $10 at the door and online at www.nesinculturalarts. org. Students with an ID are admitted free. This program is made possible by funding from a Sullivan County Arts and Heritage Grant, funded by the Sullivan

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J.P. Jofre from Argentina is internationally known for his performances on the bandoneon. County Legislature and administered by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. For more information call 845/798-9006 or email marina@nesinculturalarts.org.

Little World’s Fair—this year, complete with brews GRAHAMSVILLE, NY — The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair, the longestrunning independent fair in New York State, will take place from August 19 through August 21 at the Grahamsville Fairgrounds on Route 55. The fair is now in its 137th year. All the features of a good old-fashioned

country fair are included: 4-H exhibits, rides, musical entertainment, fair food, tractor and draft horse pulls, live animal shows and magic shows onstage, a pie auction and more. A brochure with full schedule and pricing can be found at grahamsvillefair.com. One new feature this year will be a beer tent featuring the brews of the local Roscoe NY Beer Company, courtesy of a referendum that was approved in the November 2015 election lifting the ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages in the Town of Neversink for the first time since the early 1930s. All consumption of alcohol will remain inside the beer tent; however, the brewery will also offer its own non-alcoholic Root 206 Beer, made with all-natural ingredients.

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IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

By Jonathan Charles Fox

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…

ctually, it was 47 years ago, and it happened on Max Yasgur’s dairy farm in Bethel, NY. But life on this planet was so different back then, it might as well have been in another galaxy altogether. Woodstock. Dozens of books, hundreds of articles, movies, albums… the list goes on. Although I like reminiscing as much as the next person, I’m constantly striving to be “in the present” while simultaneously keeping an eye on the future, so I was determined to not let this past weekend cloud my judgment and focus solely on that little music festival that changed the world. But (there’s always a “but”), I do live fairly close to the original site and am constantly reminded that I tread on what is now considered “hallowed ground” every time I walk through the gates to attend a concert at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. In my effort to remain grounded and present, I made plans to see a show (www. scdw.net), attend a meeting of the newly formed Bethel Arts Council (like them on Facebook) and pick up tickets (www. bethelwoodscenter.org) to see Darius Rucker, who was slated to perform on the grounds of you-know-what. For more on the concert visit www.Facebook.com/ theriverreporter. In-between events, I cruised past the Woodstock monument on Hurd Road in Bethel to chat with visitors who were in town for the reunions taking place, whether they were partying at the farm (www.yasgurroadreunion.com), hangin’ at Hector’s Inn on Dr. Duggan Road, or simply stopping at the monument to snap a pic and pay homage to the likes of Joplin, Hendrix and (uh huh) Sha Na Na. Imagine, if you will, that social media were in play back in the day, since most who attended made the trek to Sullivan County based on word-of-mouth. Long before the worldwide web, more than 400,000 showed up for the party, which boggles the mind. Mark Turoff was one of those people, and he returned to the site a few days ago to reflect. “I was blown away by the sheer numbers” he told me. “We had to walk from the raceway, and there was a lot of swapping going on. I started out with a ticket to see the Grateful Dead, but by the time I got to Woodstock, I had a three-day pass.” Turoff got a far-away look in his eyes, as he gazed on the field where history was made, which reminded me that I was due to be far away myself, taking my seat for “Beauty and the Beast” in South Fallsburg, NY. The Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop’s (SCDW’s) production takes place

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Woodstock alum Mark Turoff makes the trek from Queens, NY “every couple of years” to the original festival site in Bethel, NY and was “blown away by the sheer numbers” who attended the three-day concert in 1969.

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For more on the Darius Rucker concert at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, visit www. facebook.com/theriverreporter long ago and far away in a mythical village, populated with fair maidens, a boorish oaf and a slew of enchanted characters residing in a castle. All are lorded over by the Beast himself, who is enslaved by a curse placed upon him as a result of his callousness. Director Heather Strauss claims that she had never tried her hand at a musical before this, but one would never know, since her deft hand has created a lovely version of the story and she gives credit where credit is due. “I surrounded myself with talented people,” she told me, “without whom this production would not have been possible.” By all appearances, she is right. While musical director/conductor Lauren Bernard may have had her work cut out for her with the horn section of the pit orchestra, keyboardist Leon Hilfstein, percussionist Eric Posner, and the flute/piccolo/clarinet players Kerry Maloney and Stefanie Proulx hit all the right notes of a delightful score composed by Alan Menken, with clever lyrics written by Disney dynamos Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. There is a lot about this show that is right (IMHO) including spot-on performances by Amanda Bercze, (as the delightful heroine Belle), who is surrounded by once-human household objects, including a tea pot and cup, a clock, a candelabra and a wardrobe, all of whom have been enchanted and are becoming less human as the story unfolds, racing against time to undo the curse. Lori Schneider (Mrs. Potts) has a clear, strong voice, and her beautiful rendition of the title song showcased her ability to

Richie Topper (Maurice) and Amanda Bercze (Belle) have lovely moments on stage as father and daughter in the Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop (SCDW) production of “Beauty and the Beast.” move the story along, as did the equally strong performance of Ellen Pavloff (Madame de la Grande Bouche). The trio of “silly girls” (Alexis Costa, Brianna Howard and Mekayla Perneszi) were amusingly agog over the oafish Gaston (Carlos Holden), while Ed Berens, (Lumiere) Amber Schmidt, (Babette) and Harold Tighe (Cogsworth) each had great moments on stage to display solid comic timing, showcasing their unique skills as performers. While Richie Topper (Maurice) stepped into his role late in the game, he delighted the audience while youngster Amelia Gleyzer (Chip) was as adorable as anyone could ask of an enchanted cup and was indeed a “chip off the old block.” She all but stole the show each time she appeared. But if anyone did steal the show, it was Kristopher Rosengrandt (Le Fou) whose comic antics are out in full force in this production. While the program indicates that this is his first effort with the SCDW, I’m hoping that it’s not his last. Speaking of last (but certainly not least) is Timothy Buckley (as The Beast), who has a beautiful voice. His beastly visage (as designed by makeup artist Teri Paris) is truly impressive, and while he may not be quite as frightening as I would have liked, his powerhouse vocals make up for it in spades. A large chorus of supporting players hoof it up, led by choreographer Kimberly Schneeberger, and the sold-out opening night crowd roared in approval. There are several more performances of this family-friendly show; call 845/4365336 to make reservations.

Kristopher Rosengrandt (Le Fou) all but steals the show with his hilarious antics in “Beauty and the Beast,” now playing in South Fallsburg, NY.

Amanda Bercze (Belle) and Timothy Buckley (The Beast) both have enchanting voices in the SCDW production of “Beauty and the Beast” now playing at the Rivoli Theatre in South Fallsburg, NY.

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DVO presents ‘Carmen’ NARROWSBURG, NY — The Delaware Valley Opera (DVO) will present Bizet’s “Carmen” at the Tusten Theatre on Bridge Street on Saturday, August 20 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 21 at 2 p.m. Carmen, the title character, is a gypsy full of passion and danger, who taunts, seduces and eventually contributes to the death of a young soldier, Don Jose. The opera is sung in English to enhance the immediacy of the music and heighten

your experience, allowing the audience to follow the drama and let the music take them on a wonderful journey. The music director and conductor is Violetta Zabbi. Carmen will be sung by Melissa Serluco on August 20 and Caroline Tye on August 21, with Don Jose sung by Lindell Carter on August 20 and James Ring-Howell on August 21. For tickets or more information visit www.DelawareValleyOpera.org.

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JEFFERSONVILLE, NY — Main Street Events Stage creator Michael Randels will present a free concert featuring the Greg Humphreys Electric Trio on Friday, August 19 at 7 p.m. The Main Street Event Stage is located at 4912 State Rte. 52. In the space of a career that has spanned four decades, Humphreys (greghumphreys.blogspot.com) has established himself as a singer, guitarist, songwriter and bandleader whose talents have won him a loyal cult following and whose stylistic reach embraces indie rock, pop, R&B, jazz and acoustic music. Donations are welcome and are suggested to help support JEMS, an organization developed more than a decade ago dedicated to the beautification of downtown, and associated with the many efforts of Sullivan Renaissance. Guests are also invited to dine at the several restaurants located in town and view the enhancements taking place on Main Street.

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MILFORD, PA — The UpFront Exhibition Space will hold its mid-summer artist’s reception on Saturday, August 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. The art of Leonard “Buzz” Wallace and his collection of “doodles” will be featured. In 1959, Wallace was hired by SUNY Orange and taught art for over 30 years, 25 years as art department chair. Many of UpFront’s artists studied under him. Member artists whose work will also be on display include Todd Anderson, Lauryn De Leeuw, James MacIsaac, Joe Petrosi and many more. The reception will feature live music by Walt Edwards. This event is open to the public and there is no admission fee. The show will run through September 25. For more information visit UpFront Exhibition Space on Facebook or call 845/754-5000. Continued on page 31

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Grand opening for The Art Factory WHITE MILLS, PA — The Art Factory of White Mills will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, August 20 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. It is a fine art and craft gallery that features fine art, stained glass, photography, custom-created jewelry and artisan crafts by a variety of artists. There will be an artists’ reception from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is free and refreshments will be served. The Art Factory is located at 726 Texas Palmyra Hwy. (Route 6).

Jerry Davis, The Art Factory owner, is himself a stained glass artist. Some of the other artists and artisans represented include jeweler Bernice Craft, painter Kate Horan, sculptor Oleg Georgiyevskiy, welder Richard Hubschman, photographer Steven Cook and painter Yannis Glykokokalos. For more information call 570/251-1181 or visit www.TheArtFacto ryofWhiteMills.com.

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IBERTY, NY — Poets are invited to submit original poetry for inclusion in the seventh annual Liberty Poetry Festival/Reading to be presented at the Liberty Museum and Arts Center. Area poets are invited to submit their work no later than Friday, September 9 to Marilyn Laufer, P.O. Box 87, White Sulphur Springs NY 12787 or to mfrumess@hvc.rr.

HAWLEY AND MILFORD, PA — Irish music artists Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O’Leary will offer two special performances in Northeast Pennsylvania: one on Saturday, August 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Grey Towers National Historical Site in Milford, and one on Sunday, August 21 at 4:30 p.m. at the Hawley Silk Mill in Hawley. Tickets for adults cost $20. Students and children under 15 will be admitted free. Kennedy, on flute and vocals, performs on the main stage at festivals around the world, regularly records albums and has been the cover-story artist in Sing Out! and Irish Music magazines. She is known as “a flute player and composer of remarkable finesse, fearless of the unknown,” (The Irish Times). O’Leary, who sings and plays guitar and bouzouki, was born in Dublin, where he

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Sullivan County Youth Basketball Tournament

Hanchien Lee in concert

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The sounds of Beethoven, Schumann, Scriabin and Hsu will ring as the 23rd season of the Shandelee Music Festival opens with a performance by pianist Hanchien Lee, 8pm. Tickets: $35, less for festival members and students. The festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunset Concert Pavilion is located at 442 J. Young Rd. Buy tickets online: www. shandelee.org/sunset-concert-series/ or call 845/439-3277.

Middle-Stage Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Music Social

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A free opportunity for people with middle-stage Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or other forms of dementia to socialize and enjoy interactive musical fun with certified music therapist Melinda Burgard. Held 2-3:30pm on the third Thursday each month at 309 E. Broadway, Suite A. Preregistration is required. Call 800/272-3900 with questions or to RSVP.

Teen Tech Time

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Teens and tweens interested in technology who like to explore and be creative, play with electronics, work with video games, design and print in 3D and more. Now in its third year, Teen Tech Time is a big hit with youth in the community. Thursdays, 2-4pm at Delaware Free Branch of Western Sullivan Public Library.

Fri., Aug. 19 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Beauty and the Beastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

SOUTH FALLSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Dramatic Workshop presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beauty and The Beast,â&#x20AC;? based on the Disney movie, at the Rivoli Theatre, 8pm; Sundays 2pm. Buy tickets at scdw.net. 845/436-5336.

Free computer support @ WSPL

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Friday at the Jeffersonville Branch of Western Sullivan Public Library, 10am-2pm. Questions about a new device? 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.

Libations & Creations: Paint Your Pet

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Paint your Pet party at Harmony Presents, 7pm. Your pet will be pre-sketched for you on canvas from photos you email. You do the rest under instruction. Cost: $56. Register by August 16. 570/588-8077.

Moonlight Walk

WURTSBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Naturalist/archaeology-enthusiast Gary Keeton leads a moonrise walk over Shawangunk Ridge, 8:30pm. Learn natural history while enjoying beauty of the Basha Kill by moonlight. Meet at DEC parking lot on Haven Rd., off Route 209 south of Wurtsboro. 845/386-4892. Sponsor: Basha Kill Area Association. thebashakill.org.

Studio art tour

WAYNE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Arts Alliance Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Studio Tour, 10am6pm. The tour features 18 artists showing in 13 studio locations around Wayne County. Tour headquarters are at the Dorflinger Factory Museum in White Mills. Brochures are available at many area businesses and visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; centers. Find out more online at waynecountyart salliance.org.

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Youth Basketball Tournament at Hanofee Park, 9am-3pm. Rain date August 26. Boys and girls separate, three age divisions. Ages 9-12 play from 9-11am; ages 13-15 from 11am-1pm; ages 16-19 from 1-3pm. Fee $10. Trophies, prizes, gift bags and BBQ. 646/201-8606.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Stourbridge Lion, Part Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Plain Speaking Summer Series presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Stourbridge Lion, Part Oneâ&#x20AC;? with Pike County Historian George Fluhr, 5pm, at 810 Main St. A researcher and author of local history, Fluhr has been a leader of the Shohola Railroad & Historical Society for many years. 570/253-3240.

Sat., Aug. 20 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Carmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opera

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Delaware Valley Opera presents Bizetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carmenâ&#x20AC;? for their 30th anniversary season, 8pm; (Sunday, Aug. 21, 2pm) at the Tusten Theatre. Opera in four acts by Georges Bizet, sung in English. Tickets at www. DelawareValleyOpera.org.

Barryville Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

BARRYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Barryville Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market at 3385 Rte. 97 (behind River Market), Saturdays, 10am-1pm, rain or shine.

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Grand opening: The Art Factory of White Mills

WHITE MILLS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Art Factory of White Mills, 736 Texas Palmyra Hwy. (Route 6), opens its doors to the public in celebration of its grand opening, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; 9pm. Artists reception from 5-9pm. Refreshments served. 570/251-1181.

Hank & Pattie

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hank & Pattie at Harmony Presents at the Silk Mill, 8pm. The duo is from Raleigh, NC in the southeastern bluegrass music scene. Banjoist Hank Smith, known for his BĂŠla Fleck and the Flecktones tribute band, teamed up with fiddler Patty Hopkins-Kinlaw. Tickets $17 to $20 at harmonypresents.com, AMSkier or call 570/588-8077.

Monthly Music Night

PHILLIPSPORT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Nancy and Bob Montgomery and Debbie Fisher Palmarini play Monthly Music Night at Phillipsport Community Center, 7-9:30pm. A warm, folk-tinged sound from a wide variety of material, from traditional and contemporary folk to classic rock and original songs. Suggested $2 donation at the door. 845/210-4303.

Pasta dinner

HIGHLAND LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Highland Lake Fire Department pasta dinner at Highland Lake Firehouse, 4-7pm. Benefit for past chief Skip Schroeder. Eat in or take out. 845/701-1330.

Penny social

LAKE HUNTINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Back to school penny social at Nutshell Art Center, doors open 6pm, calling at 7pm. Hot dogs, chili and soft drinks for sale. Dessert, soft drinks and coffee free after last drawing. School supplies, seasonal items, 50/50, special raffle tables, gifts and more. Hosted by the Cochecton Democratic Club. 845/932-8104.

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BEN-HUR (PG-13) â&#x20AC;˘ KUBO AND THE TWO STRINGS (PG) WAR DOGS (R) â&#x20AC;˘ PETEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DRAGON (PG) SAUSAGE PARTY (R) â&#x20AC;˘ SUICIDE SQUAD (PG-13)

Port Jervis Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Port Jervis Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market at Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Square (by Burger King), 9am-1pm. Saturdays until October 29. Locally sourced foods, music and handmade items.

Rock Hill Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rock Hill Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market, sponsored by Rock Hill Business and Community Association, every Saturday, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;1pm until September 24, located at 223 Rock Hill Dr. Live music, events and educational activities.

Small Engine Repair and Rebuilding course

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Adult and Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES offers a Small Engine Repair and Rebuilding course, Saturdays, August 6 to August 20, 8:30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5pm. All classes held at BOCES Ruben Pollack Education Center Auto Tech Shop, 52 FerndaleLoomis Rd. The tuition for the course is $250. 845/295-4900.

Studio art tour

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Arts Alliance Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Studio Tour, 10am-6pm. The tour features 18 artists showing in 13 studio locations around Wayne County. Tour headquarters are at the Dorflinger Factory Museum in White Mills. Brochures are available at many area businesses and visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; centers. Find out more online at waynecountyart salliance.org.

The Canite Quartet at the Shandelee Music Festival

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Second concert of Shandelee Music Festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 23rd season: the Canite Quartet performs music of Verdi, Barber, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn, 8pm. Tickets: $35, less for festival members and students. The festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunset Concert Pavilion is located at 442 J. Young Rd. Buy tickets online: www.shandelee.org/sunset-concert-series/ or call 845/439-3277.

Tricky tray

LORDS VALLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Blooming Grove Firehouse, 484 Rte. 739. Doors open 5pm; calling starts 7pm. Cost: $1. There will be thousands of dollars in valued prizes. Some free refreshments will be available to purchase: hot dogs, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, French fries with or without cheese, nachos, chili and beverages.

UpFront Exhibition Space midsummer show

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; UpFront Exhibition Space holds its mid-summer artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reception, 6-9pm. Exhibit features the art of Leonard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buzzâ&#x20AC;? Wallace and his collection of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Doodles.â&#x20AC;? Live music by Walt Edwards. Runs through September 25. 845/754-5000.

Wayne County Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4th Annual Canal Festival

WAYNE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wayne County Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 4th annual Canal Festival at the Delaware & Hudsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Canal Park at Lock 31 on Route 6, 10am-4pm. It features a Living History Stage, food, vendors, music, blacksmithing, plein-air painting demos, history and nature tours, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities, an archaeological dig and more. 570/253-3240.

WJFF Awards Night

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; WJFF Awards Night at Mr. Willyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, 5:30pm. At this special event, WJFF will honor Delaware Valley Arts Alliance Executive Director Elaine Giguere with its â&#x20AC;&#x153;Community Leader Awardâ&#x20AC;? and Sullivan County (NY) NAACP President Sandy Oxford with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;WJFF Community Ally Award.â&#x20AC;? Tickets $50. Visit wjffradio.org or call 845/482-4141.

Sun., Aug. 21

Mon., Aug. 22

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Carmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opera

Creative movement for kids

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Delaware Valley Opera presents Bizetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carmenâ&#x20AC;? for their 30th anniversary season, 2pm, at the Tusten Theatre. Opera in four acts by Georges Bizet, sung in English. Tickets at www.DelawareValleyOpera.org.

Blues, Brews & BBQ

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Blues, Brews & BBQ series at Glassâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel. Rotating line-up of live blues music with a BBQ-style outdoor dining event and samples of craft brews from a featured local brewery. Cost $32.50. Reservations are recommended. 570/226-1337.

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Justice for Peteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sake

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Justice for Peteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sake at the Wayne County Courthouse, 12noon-2pm. Event for Honesdale resident Peter Mesko to bring awareness to a corrupt legal system and prosecutorial misconduct. Guest speaker is a victim of wrongful criminal accusations. Hosted by Nadege Hoeper. Rain location: Grace Episcopal Church. Email justice forpet essake@gmail.com.

Pancake breakfast

LOOKOUT â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pancake breakfast at Pine Mill Community Hall, 919 Pine Mill Rd., 7:30-11:30am. Serving plain or blueberry pancakes, cheese omelets, home fries and sausage. Cost: $8 adults, half price 4-9 years, free under 4. 570/224-8500.

Pancake breakfast

LAVA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; All-you-can-eat pancake breakfast buffet at the Lava Volunteer Fire Department, Route 52 between Cochecton Center and Narrowsburg, 8am1pm. Cost: $8, 5 and under free.

Rock Hill Summer Concert Series

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Weekly modern dance class for kids ages 5-11 at Narrowsburg Union, Mondays, 5:30pm. Learn basic movements, explore creativity, play games, and learn choreography. No dance experience needed. Drop in at any time. Cost: $12 per class. Email catskilldancecompany.@gmail.com.

Free computer support @ WSPL

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Monday at Delaware Free Branch of Western Sullivan Public Library, 1-5pm. Questions about a new device? 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.

Tues., Aug. 23 Creative Insights to Writing course

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Third session of fourpart course, Creative Insights to Writing, offered by Adult & Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES at St. John Education Center, Tuesdays through August 30, 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8pm. Course costs $55. Register, 845/295-4915.

Pike County Master Gardener Hotline

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A Penn State Master Gardener will be at the Penn State Extension office, 514 Broad St., every Tuesday, 10amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12noon, to assist you with your garden, lawn, insect and/or disease control questions. Free. If unable to stop by during this time, you can call 570/296-3400.

The Antioch Chamber Ensemble at Shandelee Music Festival

Play Scrabble

LIVINGSTON MANOR â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Antioch Chamber Ensemble, widely regarded as one of the finest professional choral ensembles in the USA, performs, 8pm. Specialty dessert reception follows. Tickets: $35, less for festival members and students. The festivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sunset Concert Pavilion is located at 442 J. Young Rd. Buy tickets online: www.shandelee.org/sunsetconcert-series/ or call 845/439-3277.

Prayer group

Wed., Aug. 24

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Play Scrabble at the Wayne County Visitors Center, 303 Commercial St., 2-5pm. Donations benefit Habitat for Humanity Wayne County. For information, call Pearl at 272/777-4000. HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The St. Padre Pio prayer group meets at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 416 Church St., 2pm. Fr. William JP Langan, host pastor and spiritual director, leads the group in prayer followed by the recitation of the rosary.

Read It Again Bookstore open

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Read It Again Bookstore will be open Sundays in August from 11am-2pm. All proceeds benefit the Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County. 845/794-0017.

Studio Tour

Summer nature walk

BETHEL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Delaware Highlands Conservancy hosts a free guided nature walk on the woodland trail at their Bethel office, 1pm-3pm. Advance registration is not required; meet at the office to join the group. Kids must remain accompanied by an adult. Visit www.DelawareHighlands.org or call 845/583-1010.

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Free computer support @ WSPL

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Wednesday at the TustenCochecton Branch of the Western SULLIVAN Public Library, 4-8pm. 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.

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rock Hill Business and Community Association presents the Rock Hill Summer Concert Series, every Wednesday evening through August at 223 Rock Hill Dr. (location for Rock Hill Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market), 6:30-8:30pm. Bring chair or blanket. Free. www.facebook. com/RockHillSummerConcertSeries.

Thurs., Aug. 25 Author talk Jerry Kuntz

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Hub at The Port Jervis Free Library hosts Jerry Kuntz, award-winning author of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Heroic Age of Divingâ&#x20AC;? in the Reference Room at the library, 6:30-8pm. 845/856-7313 ext. 5.

Teen Tech Time

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Teens and tweens interested in technology, who like to explore and be creative, play with electronics, work with video games, design and print in 3D, and more. Now in its third year Teen Tech Time is a big hit with the youth in the community. Thursdays, 2-4pm at Delaware Free Branch of Western Sullivan Public Library.

Fri., Aug. 26 Free computer support

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free computer support every Friday at the Jeffersonville Branch of Western Sullivan Public Library, 10am-2pm.

Seth Glier

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Seth Glier at Harmony Presents at the Silk Mill, 8pm. Singer-songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Sethâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s music has caught the ears of fans, industry and critics alike, with USA Today stating that his â&#x20AC;&#x153;exquisite tenor echoes Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel.â&#x20AC;? Tickets: $19-$22. Purchase tickets online at www.harmonypresents.com, at AMSkier or call 570/588-8077.

SLAC meeting

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; SLAC, the Senior Legislative Action Committee of Sullivan County, holds its monthly meeting in the Hearing Room of the Government Center, 10am. Commissioner Joe Todora of the Division of Health and Family Services will speak on the Sullivan County Health Initiative, and other service programs. 845/807-0421.

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The River Reporter’s 21st

Annual

2016 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

THE BEST BALLOT IS BACK!

We have revamped our ballot and it’s better than ever! We ask that you simply vote for the people, places or businesses that you think are the BEST. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to receiving your votes. If there is a category that we are missing, let us know! We will publish our 2016 WINNERS in our annual Readers’ Choice Awards “BEST” supplement in January 2017. Remember, you can always vote online at riverreporter.com/best

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Appetizers _______________________________________ Atmosphere ______________________________________ Authentic Meal ____________________________________ Bagels __________________________________________ Bakery __________________________________________ Bar Atmosphere ___________________________________ Bar Overall _______________________________________ Barbecue ________________________________________ Barbecue Food ____________________________________ Beer Selection ____________________________________ Best Bagel Shop __________________________________ Breakfast Bu΍et ___________________________________ Breakfast Menu ___________________________________ Brunch Bu΍et _____________________________________ Brunch __________________________________________ Budget-friendly ___________________________________ Bu΍et __________________________________________ Bu΍et Chinese ____________________________________ Burger Place _____________________________________ Burrito __________________________________________ Candy Shop ______________________________________ Catering _________________________________________ Cheese Steaks ____________________________________ Chicken Wings ____________________________________ Chinese Restaurant ________________________________ Chocolates _______________________________________ Co΍ee __________________________________________ Co΍ee Shop ______________________________________ Deli ____________________________________________ Desserts _________________________________________ Diner ___________________________________________ Dinner __________________________________________ Dinner Specials ___________________________________ Early Bird Specials _________________________________ Ethnic Cusine _____________________________________ Family Restaurant __________________________________ Fastest Take Out Service _____________________________ Fine Dining Restaurant ______________________________ Food Truck _______________________________________ French Fries ______________________________________ French Restaurant _________________________________ Fried Chicken _____________________________________ Friendliest Service _________________________________ Gourmet Popcorn/Snacks ___________________________ Gourmet Restaurant ________________________________ Greek Restaurant __________________________________ Grocery Store /Supermarket _________________________ Hamburgers ______________________________________ Happy Hour ______________________________________ Health Food Store _________________________________ Hoagie __________________________________________ Home Cooking Restaurant ___________________________ Hot Dog _________________________________________ Ice Cream Shop ___________________________________ Indian __________________________________________ Italian Restaurant __________________________________ Japanese Restaurant________________________________ Kid Friendly Restaurant _____________________________ Latin Restaurant __________________________________ Local Watering Hole ________________________________ Local Winery _____________________________________ Locally-Sourced Menu ______________________________

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Good Luck to all! Lunch ___________________________________________ Lunch Bargain ____________________________________ Lunch Under $5 ___________________________________ Martinis _________________________________________ Menu ___________________________________________ Mexican ________________________________________ Microbrewery ____________________________________ Most Romantic Restaurant __________________________ New Restaurant ___________________________________ O΍ The Beaten Path ________________________________ Outdoor Dining ___________________________________ Overall Restaurant _________________________________ Pasta Dish _______________________________________ Pizza ____________________________________________ Pizza Place _______________________________________ Place to Have a Cocktail _____________________________ Place to Have First Date _____________________________ Prime Rib ________________________________________ Ribs ____________________________________________ Romantic Restaurant _______________________________ Salad ___________________________________________ Salad Bar ________________________________________ Sandwiches ______________________________________ Seafood _________________________________________ Soup ___________________________________________ Sports Bar _______________________________________ Steakhouse_______________________________________ Sunday Brunch ____________________________________ Sushi ___________________________________________ Sweet Shop ______________________________________ Taco ____________________________________________ Tavern __________________________________________ Tea Room ________________________________________ Thai Cuisine ______________________________________ Vegetarian _______________________________________ Wedding Cakes ___________________________________ Wine Bar ________________________________________ Wine Selection ____________________________________ Wings ___________________________________________ Restaurant - Delaware County ________________________ Restaurant - Orange County __________________________ Restaurant - Pike County ____________________________ Restaurant - Sullivan County __________________________ Restaurant - Wayne ________________________________ Restauarant - Region _______________________________

People & Places 55+ Active Adult Community __________________________ Accountant _______________________________________ Acupuncture _____________________________________ Apartment Community ______________________________ Appliance Dealer __________________________________ Architect _________________________________________ Assisted Living Facility _______________________________ Attorney _________________________________________ Auction House/Service ______________________________ Auto Glass Repair __________________________________ Auto Mechanic ____________________________________ Auto Painting Collision Repair_________________________ Auto Parts ________________________________________ Auto Repair ______________________________________ Auto Service Station ________________________________

Baker/ Specialty Cakes ______________________________ Bank ___________________________________________ Bank Teller _______________________________________ Barber __________________________________________ Barber Shop _____________________________________ Bartender ________________________________________ Bathroom Remodeler _______________________________ Best Place to take a Zumba Class ______________________ Best Place to Work Manufacturing _____________________ Best Place to Work Overall ___________________________ Best Place to Work Trucking/Transportation ______________ Best Place to Work Warehouse & Distribution ____________ Builder/Developer _________________________________ Butcher _________________________________________ Cable/Phone Provider ______________________________ Cancer Center_____________________________________ Car Salesman _____________________________________ Car Wash ________________________________________ Career Training Facility ______________________________ Carpenter ________________________________________ Carpet Cleaning ___________________________________ Caterer __________________________________________ CDL Driver Training_________________________________ Cell Phone Provider ________________________________ Chef ____________________________________________ Child Care Provider ________________________________ Chiropractor ______________________________________ Christmas Tree Farm _______________________________ Clergy ___________________________________________ Coach ___________________________________________ College Local _____________________________________ Computer Repair __________________________________ Cosmetic Dentist___________________________________ Cosmetic Surgeon _________________________________ Credit Union ______________________________________ Custom Cabinetry __________________________________ Custom Framing Service _____________________________ Customer Service __________________________________ Dance School _____________________________________ Day Care Center ___________________________________ Day Spa _________________________________________ Dentist __________________________________________ Dermatologist _____________________________________ Doctor __________________________________________ Drug/Alcohol Treatment _____________________________ Dry Cleaners ______________________________________ Elder Care Facility __________________________________ Electrical Contractor ________________________________ Electrician________________________________________ Emergency Room __________________________________ Emergency Services ________________________________ Employment Agency ________________________________ Engaging Facebook Page ____________________________ Event Planner _____________________________________ Excavator ________________________________________ Eye Care Center ___________________________________ Eye Center _______________________________________ Eyewear Store ____________________________________ Family Doctor _____________________________________ Family Practice ____________________________________ Fertility Center ____________________________________ Financial Planner __________________________________ Fireplaces/Woodstoves _____________________________ Fitness Center_____________________________________ Fitness Equipment _________________________________ Flooring/Carpet Store_______________________________ Friendly Sta΍ _____________________________________ Funeral Home ____________________________________ Furniture Store ____________________________________ Garbage & Junk Removal ____________________________ Garden Center/Nursery _____________________________ Green Business ___________________________________ Gym ____________________________________________

Gymnastic Center __________________________________ Hair & Nail Salon __________________________________ Hair Salon _______________________________________ Hair Stylist _______________________________________ Hardware Store ___________________________________ Health Insurance Provider ___________________________ Health/Natural Foods_______________________________ Hearing Aid Center ________________________________ Hearing Aid Specialist _______________________________ Heating & Air Conditioning ___________________________ Heating Fuel Company ______________________________ Holisitc Practioner _________________________________ Home & Garden Store ______________________________ Home Builder ____________________________________ Home Health Service _______________________________ Home Improvement Store Local _______________________ Home Inspector ___________________________________ Home Insulation Installation Local _____________________ Home Renovation _________________________________ Hospital/ Medical Facility ____________________________ Hospital/Health Network ____________________________ House Cleaning Service _____________________________ HVAC ___________________________________________ Insurance Agency __________________________________ Insurance Agent ___________________________________ Interier Decorator __________________________________ Interior Designer/Design Center Local __________________ Internet Provider __________________________________ Jewelry Watch/Clock Repair __________________________ Kid’s Camp _______________________________________ Kitchen & Bath Store ________________________________ Kitchen Designer/Remodeler _________________________ Landscape Supply Center ____________________________ Landscaper_______________________________________ Landscaping _____________________________________ Laser Hair Removal ________________________________ Law Enforcement Oɝcer ____________________________ Law Firm ________________________________________ Lawn & Garden Equipment __________________________ Lawn Equip Sales & Service Local ______________________ Lawyer __________________________________________ Lighting Store _____________________________________ Limo Service ______________________________________ Local Hero _______________________________________ Martial Arts School _________________________________ Mason __________________________________________ Massage Therapist _________________________________ Maternity Unit ____________________________________ Mattress Store ____________________________________ Medical Spa ______________________________________ Medical Specialist _________________________________ Modular Homes ___________________________________ Mortgage Company ________________________________ Nail Salon _______________________________________ New Business of the Year ____________________________ Non- Proȴt Organization _____________________________ Nursing Home ____________________________________ Nursing Services ___________________________________ Obstetrician ______________________________________ Oil Company _____________________________________ Optometrist ______________________________________ Orthodontist ______________________________________ Orthopedic Services ________________________________ Painter __________________________________________ Painting And Decorating Store ________________________ Painting Service ___________________________________ Patient Care ______________________________________ Patio Furniture ____________________________________ Paving Contractor __________________________________ Pediatrician ______________________________________ Personal Care Home________________________________

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The River Reporter’s 21st Personal Fitness Trainer _____________________________ Pest Control ______________________________________ Pet Boarding Kennel ________________________________ Pet Pampering ____________________________________ Pet Day Care ______________________________________ Pet Grooming _____________________________________ Pet Groomer _____________________________________ Pet Trainer _______________________________________ Pharmacy ________________________________________ Photographer _____________________________________ Photography Studio ________________________________ Physical Rehab Center ______________________________ Physical Therapist __________________________________ Picture Framer ____________________________________ Place to have a Baby________________________________ Plumber _________________________________________ Plumbing & Heating Supply __________________________ Podiatrist ________________________________________ Politician ________________________________________ Pool Builder/Contractor _____________________________ Postmaster _______________________________________ PreSchool ________________________________________ Radio Personality __________________________________ Real Estate Agent __________________________________ Real Estate Attorney ________________________________ Real Estate Company _______________________________ Real Estate Website ________________________________ Recreation & Entertainment __________________________ Recycle & Transfer Station ____________________________ Rehabilitation Services ______________________________ Rental Center _____________________________________ Retractable Awnings ________________________________ Roofer __________________________________________ Rooȴng Contractor _________________________________ Salvage Company __________________________________ Septic Service _____________________________________ Spa or Personal Pampering __________________________ Storage Center ____________________________________ Sunrooms________________________________________ Surgeon _________________________________________ Tailor ___________________________________________ Tanning Salon ____________________________________ Tattoo Parlor _____________________________________ Tax Preparation ___________________________________ Teacher _________________________________________ Temp Agency _____________________________________ Therapeutic Massage _______________________________ Towing Service ____________________________________ Truck Center ______________________________________ Tuxedo Rentals ____________________________________ Veterinarian ______________________________________ Veterinarian Clinic _________________________________ Vocational Technical School __________________________ Waiter/Waitress ___________________________________ Waterprooȴng Basement ____________________________ Weight Loss Center ________________________________ Well Driller _______________________________________ Window Replacement ______________________________ Window Treatments ________________________________ Women’s Health Center _____________________________ Yoga Studio ______________________________________ Yoga Teacher _____________________________________

Shopping Antique Store _____________________________________ Antiques/Collectibles _______________________________ Auto Dealer Domestic _______________________________ Auto Dealer Foreign ________________________________ Auto Dealer PreOwned ______________________________ Auto Parts Store ___________________________________ Baby Gifts ________________________________________ Baby/Kids Store ___________________________________

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2016 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

Beer Distributor ___________________________________ Boat Dealer/Rental_________________________________ Boat/Marine Service _______________________________ Bookstore ________________________________________ Botique _________________________________________ Bridal Shop ______________________________________ Camera Shop _____________________________________ Card Shop _______________________________________ Cigar Shop _______________________________________ Clothing Store_____________________________________ Clothing Store Men ________________________________ Clothing Store Women ______________________________ Collectibles Store __________________________________ Computer Sales ___________________________________ Consignment Shop _________________________________ Convenience Store _________________________________ Craft Beer Selection ________________________________ Craft Supply ______________________________________ Department Store__________________________________ Electronics _______________________________________ Ethnic Food Store __________________________________ Fabric Store ______________________________________ Farm Equipment Retailer ____________________________ Farmers Market ___________________________________ Flea Market ______________________________________ Flooring Store_____________________________________ Florist ___________________________________________ Formal Wear _____________________________________ Furniture Store ____________________________________ General Store ____________________________________ Gift Shop ________________________________________ Gold/Silver Buying _________________________________ Golf Apparel/Accessory Store _________________________ Grocery Store _____________________________________ Hardware Store ___________________________________ Hobby Store ______________________________________ Home Décor ______________________________________ Jewelry Store _____________________________________ Kids Clothes ______________________________________ Knit Shop ________________________________________ Liquor Store ______________________________________ Local Sweet Corn __________________________________ Locally-made products ______________________________ Lumberyard ______________________________________ Mall ____________________________________________ Medical Equipment ________________________________ Motorcycle Shop __________________________________ Music Store ______________________________________ Musical Instrument Store ____________________________ Novelty Shop _____________________________________ Outdoor Recreational Vehicles ________________________ Outlet Shopping Complex ___________________________ Party Supply Store _________________________________ Pet Store ________________________________________ Pet Supplies ______________________________________ Place to Buy Art ___________________________________ Place to Buy Pool/Spa ______________________________ Pool Table or Game Store ___________________________ Pottery Studio_____________________________________ Poultry Market ____________________________________ Produce Local_____________________________________ Rare Coin Dealer __________________________________ Religion/Spirituality Store____________________________ RV Sales/Service ___________________________________ SeafoodStore _____________________________________ Sewing Machine Service/Supply ______________________ Shoe Store Child___________________________________ Shoe Store Local___________________________________ Ski Shop _________________________________________ Speciality Store ____________________________________ Sporting Goods Shop _______________________________ Tattoo/Ear Piercing Shop ____________________________ Tire Sales/Service __________________________________

Toy Store ________________________________________ Tuxedo Rental ____________________________________ TV/Electronics_____________________________________ Vacuum Cleaner Store ______________________________ Vintage Shop _____________________________________ Wellness & Personal Style ____________________________ Winery/Vineyard __________________________________

Community Ambulance Squad _________________________________ Amusement/ Fun Park ______________________________ Animal Shelter ____________________________________ Art Gallery _______________________________________ Atmosphere ______________________________________ Bed & Breakfast ___________________________________ Bowling Lanes ____________________________________ Canoe Livery ______________________________________ Campground _____________________________________ Chamber of Commerce _____________________________ Chicken BBQ (Volunteer) ____________________________ Cider Mill ________________________________________ Civic Club or Organization ____________________________ College __________________________________________ Community Festival or Street Fair ______________________ Conference Center _________________________________ Dance Studio _____________________________________ Day Trip _________________________________________ Fair _____________________________________________ Family Night Out___________________________________ Farm Market _____________________________________ Fire Department ___________________________________ Golf Course ______________________________________ Historic Site ______________________________________ Horseback Riding __________________________________ Hotel ___________________________________________ Law Oɝce _______________________________________ Library __________________________________________ Live Music Venue __________________________________ Artist ____________________________________________ Author __________________________________________ Celebrity _________________________________________ Farm____________________________________________ Getaway _________________________________________ Golf Pro _________________________________________ Musician/Band ___________________________________ Potter ___________________________________________ Local Products ____________________________________ Locally Produced Beer / Spirits _______________________

Locally Produced Cheese ____________________________ Locally Produced Eggs ______________________________ Locally Produced Meats _____________________________ Locally Produced Maple Syrup ________________________ Locally Produced Wine ______________________________ Meditation Center _________________________________ Movie Theatre ____________________________________ Museum_________________________________________ Neighborhood ____________________________________ Pancake Breakfast _________________________________ Parade __________________________________________ Penny Social ______________________________________ Place to Hold a Prom _______________________________ Places to Play Bingo ________________________________ Place to Take out of town guests _______________________ Place to Take the kids _______________________________ Playhouse Theatre _________________________________ Post Oɝce _______________________________________ Private School_____________________________________ Radio Station _____________________________________ Resort___________________________________________ Shopping Area ____________________________________ Ski Lodge ________________________________________ Special Area Attraction ______________________________ Sullivan Renaissance Project__________________________ Wedding Reception Location _________________________ Winery __________________________________________ Youth Center _____________________________________ Youth Program ____________________________________

HOW TO VOTE: Pleast print clearly your choices for “THE BEST” from the categories listed. Best choices are limited to Delaware, Orange, Pike, Sullivan and Wayne counties. You may also VOTE ONLINE: www.RiverReporter.com/BEST HOW TO ENTER: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Additional ballots are available at The River Reporter oɝce at 93 Erie Ave, Narrowsburg, NY. Ballots MUST be complete and include full name, address and phone number of voter. All ballots must be received by December 15, 2016. Employees of The River Reporter and Stuart Communications are permitted to vote but not eligible to win prizes. Entries that are late, damaged, illegible or missing voter’s name will not be eligible. One entry per person. Mechanically reprouced or Photocopied entries are not eligible. A business, organization or person may win no more than three (3) categories. Winners will be chosen based on the number of votes received by December 15th, 2016. HOW TO WIN PRIZES: All ballots will be included in a random drawing for prizes. Drawing will be held in January 2017. No duplicate winners. BEST Winners will be notiȴed in January 2017.

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Service Directory

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

Air Conditioning

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

Exterminating

Plumbing & Heating

Storage

RON LENZ HEATING & A/C INC.

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

BARRYVILLE EXTERMINATING SERVICE

GS PLUMBING & HEATING

RILEYVILLE MINI STORAGE

Contractor

Gutters

LEWIS MECKLE CONSTRUCTION CORP.

BOB’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS

Duct Cleaning •Ductless A/C & Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Forced Hot Air & A/C Systems, Oil & Gas 570-729-8533

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

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

PHILIP FARMILOE, ARCHITECT, AIA

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

Arts DELAWARE VALLEY ARTS ALLIANCE 37 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY 845-252-7576 www.artsalliancesite.org

Auto Body B&R COLLISION CORP.

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

Automotive D & R AUTO REPAIR

New Homes • New Construction Renovations • Excavations From start to finish • Quality to remember Narrowsburg, NY • 845-252-7469

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

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

Construction JUSTIN MERCADO SIGNATURE CARPENTRY Renovations, Decks, Painting, Wood Working, Tile 140 Perry Pond Road, Narrowsburg NY 12764 845-252-7471 felixrichard@frontier.com REEVES MOUNTAIN CONSTRUCTION

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

Electrical AMERICAN ELECTRIC, LLC

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

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

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

SONNY'S SERVICE CENTER

NARROWSBURG ELECTRIC

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

Blacktopping ESSELMAN PAVING

Blacktopping Lake Huntington, NY • 845-932-7829

Builder JMR CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

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

TED KILLE

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

845-887-4708

JS ELECTRIC

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

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

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

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

Heating CENTRAL BOILER E-CLASSIC

Outdoor wood furnace CLEANER and GREENER EPA Qualified CALL TODAY!

HALLORAN FARM 845-482-5208

BILL’S HEATING & A/C QULITY SERVICE. FREE ESTIMATES SPECIALIZING IN: NEW CONSTRUCTION RETROFITTING • REPLACEMENTS • CUSTOM DUCT WORK CENTRAL AC SYSTEMS • HOT AIR FURNACES HOT WATER BOILERS • HUMIDIFIERS CENTRAL AIR CLEANERS • HYDRO AIR SYSTEMS 845-252-7197 \ZH Billshvac1@gmail.com

Landscaping BRADY STONE & LANDSCAPING LLC

Stoves

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

Roofing STRAIT LINE ROOFING

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

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

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

Painter B&L HOME INTERIOR

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

Equipment & Tool Repair

Plumbing & Heating BUSELLI PLUMBING, HEATING & ELECTRIC New Construction, Renovation, Service Water Heaters, Boilers, Well Pumps Solar Installs • 570-729-7791

Swimming Pools CLEAR-RITE POOLS & SPAS, INC.

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

ROOFING, SIDING SPECIALIST

Tree Service

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

Sand & Gravel

Septic Service

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

WOOD & COAL STOVES

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

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

CREATIVE EARTH LANDSCAPING

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

550 Route 55, Eldred, NY 845-557-6168 888-435-2979 M-F 8-5 Sat 8-3

PIERPONT HEATING & PLUMBING

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ELDRED EQUIPMENT SERVICE & SUPPLY

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

MARSHALL MACHINERY, INC.

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

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

VALLEY SAND & GRAVEL

Rt. 652, Honesdale, PA • 570-251-9818

ESSELMAN SEWER & DRAIN SERVICE

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SULLIVAN COUNTY SEPTIC SERVICE

"The Drain Surgeon" Pumping - Drain Cleaning - Excavation Portable Restroom Rentals • High Pressure Jetting Ken Bloom, Pres. • 845-583-4064

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

BLACK OAK TREE SERVICE

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

DER OSKAR TREE SERVICE.COM Full Service Tree Care • Tree Removal & Pruning Fertilizer & Insecticide Treatments Organic Tick Spraying 845 557 8051 Licensed NY/PA deroskartreeservice@yahoo.com In business since 1993 • Fully Insured Pole Saw Work • Climbing • Complete Tree Removal Stump Grinding • Chipping • Trimming

GAEBEL’S TREE SERVICE

Free Estimates • 845-482-4965

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

RTS TRUCK CENTER, INC 570-729-7636

Well Drilling PETER A. KESTLER WELL DRILLING Licensed driller serving NY, NJ and PA Since 1967 • “Water when you want it!” Shohola, PA • 570-559-7596

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

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

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

Interested candidates may apply in person at 150 Noble Lane, Bethany, PA between the hours of 9am-5pmbor callb570-251-3463. Bethany Village is an equal opportunity employer.

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Looking for Experienced Real Estate Sales Agent. Good commission structure. Your choice of ﬂoor time. Send resumes to PO Box 150 Narrowsburg NY 12764 with attn: real estate agent position. All information will be kept conﬁdential.

Bethany Village is now accepting applications for Resident Care Managers. Positions available are part-time evening shift, part-time day shift, part-timeb9pm-5:30am, full timeb12:30pm to 9:00pmband part-time weekends 11:30am-8:00pm.bb

Misc for Sale

Dschuelie@Newhopemanor.org,

Or Fax Attn: Donna, Hr To 845-557-6603. EOE

PIKE COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS • • • •

$15.00 per hour starting salary Upon completion of 1 year $16.45 per hour Upon completion of 2 years $19.34 per hour Shift diﬀerential of .30 cents/per hour applies for 3 - 11 pm and 11 – 7 am shifts • Medical coverage • Paid leave time • Uniforms provided Call 570-775-5500 for an application or go to www.pikepa.org to print an application to join our professional team of Correctional Oﬃcers.

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Yard Sale

Genco’s Firehouse Garage Sale Fri, Sat, & Sun 11am - 4pm Antiques, Art, Collectables & More 6586 Route 52, Lake Huntington, NY 12752 Rain or Shine

The Yard Sale Store is pleased to announce that WE ARE OPEN! Friday, 2:00pm - 6:00pm. Saturday, 11:00am - 4:00pm. Sunday, 12:00pm - 4:00pm. 1,000s of books, $1 each! DVD movies, $2 each or 3 for $5, sterling silver jewelry, vintage clothing, electronics and brick-a-brack. Main Street, Narrowsburg, opposite River Reporter. TheYardSaleStore@aol.com

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Antique and newer furniture for sale, some pieces free of charge. Saturday Aug 20 from 9-4 and Sunday Aug 21 from 9-12. Cash and credit cards accepted. 11 Anawanda Lake Rd Callicoon Center

QUICK CASH FOR YOUR SCRAP Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Steel, Appliances, Batteries, Cars, Machines, Trucks! Most anything metal!!

Silver Dolla Clean Copper $1.25-$1.70/lb. rs Pre 1964 Light Iron & Steel $45-$90/gross ton $8 each Aluminum 20-40¢/lb. Scrap Car Batteries $7 each

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Real Estate

Legal Notice LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY M. Quinn Enterprises, LLC, Arts of Org filed with SSNY on 06/27/16. Off. Loc.: Sullivan County, SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: The LLC, 1002 County Road 95, North Branch, NY 12766. Purpose: to engage in any lawful act.

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Kaplan Partners LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 5/26/16. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to C/O Corey A Kaplan, 157 Lake Shore Dr, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: General. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company(LLC): Name: The Brust Group, LLC, Articles of Organization filed with the Secretary of State of New York(SSNY) on 7/14/2016. Office Location: Sullivan County, NY. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to: C/O The Brust Group, LLC 131 Leonard Road Monticello, NY 12701. Latest date upon which LLC is to dissolve: No specific date. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Hadiros 1b LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/6/16. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to 890 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205. Purpose: General. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). T h e n a m e o f t h e L L C i s : LT C C O N S U LT I N G S E RV I C E S L L C Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: 03-09-2016 The County in which the Office is to be located: SULLIVAN The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: 7 RANDOLPH RD, HOWELL, NJ 07731 Purpose: any lawful activity LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: SENIOR PLANNING SERVICES LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: 03-17-2016 The County in which the Office is to be located: SULLIVAN The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: 7 RANDOLPH RD, HOWELL, NJ 07731 Purpose: any lawful activity.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION LEE-SIMONE HOLDINGS LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 7/14/2016. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 1441 Broadway , 6th Flr., PMB 6083, NY, NY 10018. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Name: 15 CROOKE LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/3/2016. 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. LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY EASIN LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 7/5/16. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 41 Stewart Ave., Roscoe, NY 12776, which is also the principal business location. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. NOTICE OF ZONING RE-WRITE MEETING Zoning Re-Write Committee meetings are held on the SECOND and FOURTH Mondays of the month at 6:30pm at the Tusten Town Hall, 210 Bridge Street, Narrowsburg, NY. By Order of the Town Board Nicole Peters Tusten Town Clerk

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LEGAL NOTICE Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: SPS COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: 04-06-2016 The County in which the Office is to be located: SULLIVAN The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: 7 RANDOLPH RD, HOWELL, NJ 07731 Purpose: any lawful activity. NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SULLIVAN CitiMortgage, Inc., Plaintiff AGAINST Judith A. Flieger a/k/a Judith A. Busch, Defendant(s) Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 4-22-2016 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the Lobby of the Sullivan County Courthouse, Monticello, NY on 9-19-2016 at 10:00AM, premises known as 1117 County Route 31, Glen Spey, NY 12737. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Hamlet of Glen Spey, Town of Lumberland, County of Sullivan and State of New York, SECTION: 14., BLOCK: 1, LOT: 69.3. Approximate amount of judgment $100,718.21 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index#:539/2015. Marvin Newberg, Esq., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP 53 Gibson Street Bay Shore, NY 11706 01074950-F00

KH ENDEAVORS LLC Arts. of Org. filed w/Secy. of State NY (SSNY) 6/21/2016. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent for service of process (SOP). SSNY to mail SOP to: 2105 Flatbush Ave. # 15, Brooklyn, NY 11234. Purpose: General. 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, September 2, 2016 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. Building Materials (B-16-46) 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: August 19, 2016

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ties that test your night visionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the cool that night air has to offer after the recent hot spell. The cost is $5. Reservations are required. On Sunday, August 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. there will be an Edible & Medicinal Plant Walk. Nature provides food and natural remedies for us in the form of many plants. Join PEEC on a hike focused on wild edible and medicinal plants. No collecting will be done within the park. The cost is $5. Reservations required. To make reservations call 570/828-2319. For more information visit peec.org.

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alk near almost any patch of forest, or even your backyard now, and you will either see or hear one or more chipmunks. As they dart around foraging for seeds or nuts and chattering, and perhaps eating sunflower seeds out of someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;cutenessâ&#x20AC;? factor is up pretty high for this small member of the squirrel family. But is there another side to this friendly little critter scurrying back and forth on the lawn? All may not be what it seems. The Eastern chipmunk is considered an omnivore; it not only eats seeds, nuts and other plant material, but it eats meat, of sorts. Before you lose that image of cuteness for the chipmunk, however, it should be said that the chipmunk is not in the same class as a weasel or fisher. A chipmunk will occasionally consume insects, small reptiles, baby mice and bird eggs. A chipmunk is opportunistic in relation to the carnivore side of its diet. It will not go to great lengths to find small prey, but if it happens to find something edible in its travels, it may indulge in an extra snack.

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