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Toronto saga continues No officials take action

By FRITZ MAYER

MALLWOOD, NY — Dozens of residents gathered at the recreation area of the Toronto Reservoir on August 20 for a demonstration in support of keeping the access area open to the public. The New York State Department of Health (DOH) said the area was a public beach and it was being operated without a permit. DOH wrote, “The Toronto Reservoir has no supervision, lifesaving equipment, potable water supply or emergency response communications, all of which are required at permitted bathing beaches.” Supporters of the reservoir assert that several other public access areas in Sullivan County have not been closed by DOH and are being operated under the exact

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Dozens of people cross into the taped-off area of the Toronto Reservoir Recreation Area in the Chapin Estate in violation of the New York Department of Health policy that the area should not be used.

same conditions as the one located inside the gated Chapin Estate community. Those access areas include another one on the Toronto Reservoir at Moscoe Road and one on the Swinging Bridge Reservoir. Like the Chapin Estate access area, both of those access areas are required to be maintained by the owner of the reservoirs, Eagle Creek, as a condition of holding a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission license to operate a hydroelectric power plant on the Toronto Reservoir No police or other officials were on hand to try to disperse the residents or to prevent them from using the part of the beach that the DOH says is off limits. There were several people wearing clothing that indicated they are employed by Eagle Creek.

Sullivan soon to award jail contracts Residents still express strong opposition By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — At the executive committee meeting on the morning of August 18 at the Sullivan County government center, legislators were told they would likely be awarding contracts for the construction of the new county jail sometime in September. At the monthly legislative meeting a couple of hours later, residents lined up once again to register opposition to the $95 million project. Speaking during the public comment period, former legislator Kitty Vetter questioned the need for such

a large facility. She said, “Two doctors’ offices and a dental room, a large medical records area in today’s digital age? There’s a large chapel.” Liberty resident Kathie Aberman said the petition drive started by her and Barbara Lerner to stop the project fell short of the necessary number of signatures needed to bring the matter to a public referendum, in part, she said, because of a lack of information among members of the public. She said, “Almost everyone I spoke to required a full discussion to understand what was happening, and once people know the facts they were almost

Belly up to the bar At the newly re-opened Western

universally willing to sign.” She and others gathered 600 signatures in 40 days. Undersheriff Eric Chaboty said people trying to collect those signatures were “going door to door with an emphasis on senior citizens, and spreading misinformation intended to cause fear and alarm among our residents.” He noted that if the jail had been built when the issue was first addressed by county officials in 1990, the cost would have been $30 million, and the bond would have been paid off six years ago. Continued on page 3

White herons are great, too An endangered treasure in our backyard

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Austin Greene of the Youth Economic Group was one of several people who spoke out against the proposed new Sullivan County Jail at the government center on August 18.

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A memorial for battle dead By DAVID HULSE

LDRED, NY — John and Debra Conway of Barryville and The Delaware Company are trying to honor the names of some of the first to die for American independence in the place where they died— Minisink Ford. Forty-six known members of a company of Orange and Sussex County’s militia died on July 22, 1779 after pursuing and engaging raiding British sponsored Mohawk Indians and Tory fighters in a fight, which has become known as the Battle of Minisink. Their names currently do not appear anywhere in battlefield memorials. The Highland Town Board on August 9 approved a resolution supporting The Delaware Company in its search for grants to fund a monument at Sullivan County’s Battleground Park, which for the first time there would memorialize the names of dead. The Minisink region of Orange County—Goshen—is where the militia set out from and probably gave rise to the name of the battle, as the Upper Delaware was largely wilderness in 1779, and remained so for several decades. Its remote nature prevented recovery of the remains of the battle dead for 43 years. Remains were recovered and interred in Goshen in 1822. A monument there contains their names, but a more modest monument erected at the battlefield in 1879 does not. The Delaware Company is a not-for-profit fostered by the Conways—he is the Sullivan County Historian and she is co-historian in Highland—promoting interest in things historical. Debra Conway last week told the board that the company hopes to raise private donations for the monument from organizations including the Daughters of the American Revolution. She anticipated that some $8,000 would be required for project, and if fundraising yields more than that, funds would go toward needed benches for the monument area. She noted that the Sullivan County VFW had already pledged $500 for the project. County VFW Commander Peter Carmeci again confirmed the pledge. Conway also noted that research for the project had also uncovered a manuscript detailing the 1879 dedication of the local monument written by Highland’s first supervisor, John Willard Johnston. Local donations would provide a match grant funding and a press release from the Delaware Company stated that checks payable to The Delaware Company and noted on the memo line as intended for the “Minisink Project” can be mailed to P.O. Box 88, Barryville NY 12719. In other business, the town board, following brief resumption of a public hearing recessed last month, approved Local Law#2 of 2016 amending definitions in town zoning, specifically regarding parking and standing at the cul-de-sac on River Road; approved a letter supporting New York City’s providing an early warning dam-failure system involving the sounding of local fire sirens; noted that a 9/11 Memorial Blue Mass will be held at St. Anthony’s RC Church at 11:15 a.m. on September 11; introduced two newly hired town constables, Steve Milisauskas and John Arias; and heard councilmen Scott Hallock and Jim Hanson report on their weeding and cleanup of the curb planters at the Barryville corners.

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IN BRIEF Police investigate 30-year-old case

Identity of stabbing victim released

WARWICK, NY — New York State Police continue to investigate the 1981 disappearance of 20-year-old Dawn Marie Marino from Pine Island. On May 16, 1981, Marino was last seen standing in the parking lot of the Corner Tavern Bar located near the intersection of Liberty Corners Road and County Route 1 in Pine Island. On October 31, 1987, Marino’s remains were found on property located on Little York Road in the Town of Warwick. The remains were found approximately five miles from where Marino was last seen alive. Hundreds of leads have been investigated and interviews have been conducted, however, the case remains unsolved and under investigation. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact Troop F major crimes investigator Darrin Fulton at 845/344-5378, confidential tip line 845/344-5370, or investigator William Fuller of the State Police barracks in Monroe at 845/782-8311. All calls can remain confidential.

MONTICELLO, NY — Police have released the identity of the 37-year-old victim who was stabbed to death early on the morning of August 20. Police say that Maximino Rosa Jr. was killed in a domestic dispute, but they did not reveal further details of the incident. The stabbing occurred at the Evergreen Housing Project in Monticello. Rosa was flown by helicopter to the Orange Regional Medical Center for emergency surgery, but he had been stabbed numerous times, and doctors were unable to save him. Police are still investigating the incident.

Historic dam at Hankins Pond to be demolished MOUNT PLEASANT TWP, PA — A nearly 200-yearold stone dam at Hankins Pond is set to be demolished by the state. Gov. Tom Wolf released funding on August 17 to address this dam and six others in the state that are classified as high-hazard. Wolf said that if any of these dams were to fail they could result in possible loss of life and extensive property damage. Hankins Pond dam was constructed by the Delaware & Hudson Canal Company in the 1830s, and was drained about three years ago because it was unsafe, and was no longer needed to support operations at the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s (PFBC) Pleasant Mount State Fish Hatchery. The funding is part of a comprehensive, multi-year $53.3 million plan to leverage capital budget dollars with local contributions, other support, and Oil Company Franchise Tax (OCFT) revenues authorized by Act 89 of 2013 to design and repair 10 high-hazard, unsafe dams managed by the PFBC on behalf of the Commonwealth. The OCFT funding will also pay for the new design and construction of Miller and White Oak ponds, and future OCFT revenues will pay for the construction Belmont Lake and Lower Woods Pond. All four ponds are located in Wayne County.

PA’s Climate Action Plan update HARRISBURG, PA — Gov. Tom Wolf on August 22 accepted the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) 2015 Climate Change Action Plan Update, which details how increasing energy efficiency in all sectors will play a key role in reducing Pennsylvania’s greenhouse gas emissions by target year 2030. The Pennsylvania Climate Change Act of 2008 mandated the plan in 2009, as well as updates every three years. The 2015 update presents data from 2000 through 2012 (the most recent data available), showing a decrease of 15.93% in net emissions, reflecting a shift by some power plants from coal to natural gas, as well as the success of Pennsylvania’s energy efficiency programs. Pennsylvania’s total greenhouse emissions are projected to be lower in 2030 than in 2000, with reductions in the residential, commercial, transportation, agriculture and waste sectors. “Addressing climate change and the real impact on the health of our citizens, the costs of our businesses and the environment must be a priority for not just the commonwealth, but all sectors,” Wolf said. A press release from Wolf’s office says, “With Pennsylvania being the third-largest emitter of energyrelated carbon dioxide emissions in the country, additional reductions are needed. Pennsylvania will be 3°C (5.4°F) warmer by 2050 than it was in 2000, according to the 2015 Climate Impacts Assessment Report by the Penn State University Environment and Natural Resources Institute. The result will be dangerously high summer temperatures and more severe storms, increased threat of certain insect-borne diseases, and drastic changes to agriculture and water quality.” “The consequences of inaction on climate change will be felt by all Pennsylvanians,” said DEP Acting Secretary McDonnell, “It will affect the food we grow, the energy we use, our recreation, and even our health.”

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Organization seeks variances Much of the work already completed By FRITZ MAYER

UDDEBACKVILLE, NY — Since 2001, Dragon Springs Buddhist, Inc. (DSB) has built a sprawling facility in Cuddebackville that includes three temples, residential buildings, a meditation hall, a visitor center and a man-made lake and more. The facility is used by people who practice what the organization’s website calls “the spiritual meditation discipline called Falun Dafa, or Falun Gong.” Now, the organization is seeking four variances from the town zoning board of appeals (ZBA) that would allow DSB not to conform to parts of the town code. At a public hearing on August 18, which was continued from the public hearing from the month before, residents in the town and others testified that DSB should not receive the variances for the projects, some of which have already been completed. Resident Frank Ketchum addressed construction of a bridge that replaced a smaller bridge over a tributary to the Basher Kill River on the entryway to the facility. He said “The Fulon Gong has built an enormous facility inside that

entrance much that has never been approved prior to its completion, and some that has no approval today. Their MO is to build first and then try to get some kind of approval later.” Andy Willingham, an engineer retained by Basha Kill Area Association (BKAA,) reviewed the variance requests. He said, “There are many ongoing violations with the DEC and the town.” One of the violations he addressed was that the entryway or driveway is improperly pitched, so that water from it could flow onto the public Galley Hill Road and freeze, causing a danger to the public. In its application, DSB said the driveway is constructed so as to divert water away from the public road. This was contradicted from testimony from the town highway superintendent and the town engineer. Another concern is that the driveway was supposed to be a maximum of 50 feet wide; but the one DSB built was 83 feet wide. The DSB application for the variance to allow it to remain said this was for safety reasons. Willingham contradicted this and said a fire truck or other emergency vehicle is only eight-and-half

feet wide, and can easily negotiate the narrower width. Perhaps the most contentious issue is that DSB wants to install an eight-foothigh chain link fence around the entire property, which consists of about 400 acres. The fence would cross or be placed on the banks of seven streams, four of which are regulated by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). In a letter to the town engineer, DEC wrote, “DEC staff have determined that it is unlikely that fence installation in the bed or banks of the streams would meet permit issuance standards.” DSB said the fence is necessary to protect members of the Fulon Gong, who, it has been widely reported, have been persecuted by the Chinese government, where the practice originated. Resident Sarah Fields wrote in a letter to the ZBA, “The Chinese government has many resources. If they desired to harm anyone in the Falun Gong community, they could do so… A fence would not keep them out.” She also noted that the fence would have a negative impact on the environment, wildlife and property values. DSB has also begun the process of gain-

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This photo taken in March shows a sprawling complex in the heart of the Town of Deerpark in Orange County called Dragon Springs. It is once again the center of zoning controversies as the organization called Dragon Springs Buddhist, Inc. seeks variances for work in some cases already undertaken. ing permits to build a 400-room hotel and 620 townhouses. In June 2014, DSB settled a lawsuit with the Town of Deerpark, and one of the stipulations was this: “Dragon Springs shall, to the extent required under the Zoning Code and all other applicable laws, rules, and regulations, apply for and obtain any and all permits or approvals as may be required by law for such changes or expansions before undertaking same.” It appears that was not done in the case of the projects for which variances are now sought. The ZBA has not yet made a determination about the matter.

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A young man named Austin Green, speaking on behalf of the Economic Youth Group of Rural and Migrant Ministry, expressed opposition to the jail and said, “I hope you understand young people such as myself are paying attention, and we aren’t satisfied with this decision.” It seems likely that the jail project will move ahead as planned, as all votes regarding the jail have been unanimous among this legislature, and they have shown no reluctance to move forward with the project, which multiple legislatures have pursued for the past 10 years.

Compressor station addressed One resident did not address the jail, but instead urged legislators to become collectively and individually interveners in the process by which the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) will most likely issue permits to the Millennium Pipeline Company to construct the proposed compressor station on Route 55 in the Town of Highland. Linda Reik of the Town of Callicoon asked legislators to do so because it’s going to take an effort from everyone to convince FERC commissioners to use the “no-build alternatives for these projects, or to maybe get ‘best available technology.’” She said so far Millennium has not proposed or agreed to use best available technologies, and that is an area where legislative input might be helpful.

Division of Family Services update By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — Timothy Ball of the consulting firm The Bonadio Group gave an update regarding performance of the Sullivan County Division of Family Services (DFS) on August 18 to the county legislature. Ball reminded the legislature that when Bonadio was hired to consult on improving DFS in the wake of the exit of former Commissioner Randy Parker, the DFS had over 800 applications for various services per month that were over 30 days old. In July the number was down to five and the number continues to hold in the low single digits. Next Ball spoke about the activities of the fraud investigation unit. In 2013 and 2014, the county claimed about $18 million each year in “cost avoidance,” which means that services to applicants were denied. But Ball said that was a very high number for a county this size, and the only way to achieve this number would be to turn away an applicant one month and claim cost avoidance for the year, and do the same thing the next month. Ball said that slow changes were made in the fraud investigation unit and the cost avoidance figure for 2015 was about $4 million. But more importantly the amount of fraud money that was recovered had jumped from about $440,000 in 2014 to more than $800,000 in 2015. Legislator Joe Perrello said the cost-avoidance figures make it appear that the DFS is giving out more services

than in the past. Joe Todora, the commissioner of DFS, said the number of people applying for services such as temporary assistance and the supplemental nutrition assistance program has not changed. He said, “We refocused on not this fictitious number that gets fed to legislators all the time, we focused on the actual cash. In other words, the year before we only collected $400,000 in fraud money, last year we collected $800,000 in fraud money. Which would you rather have: a fictitious number, or would you rather have cash in your hand?” The conversation then turned to a discussion of workers involved in Child Protection Services (CPS). Ball said that it appeared that 75% of CPS workers had more than 15 investigations in February, which the state considers too many. The statistics also showed that only 40% of safety assessments, which are made at a place where a child is staying, are made within the required seven days. Ball said the statistics in both cases were misleading because in fact the safety assessments were being done in the required time, but they were not being approved by supervisors in the required time; similarly, investigations were not being approved by supervisors in a timely manner. Ball said he is working to make the teams operate more efficiently and that by June of this year the number of workers with more than 15 cases dropped to 35%, and the number of safety assessments being approved on time had risen to 67%.

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Wayne Commissioners address state issues By DAVID HULSE

ONESDALE, PA — Wayne County’s commissioners have been working on statewide jail reforms, technology changes in how the Penn State Cooperative Extension delivers information to farmers and dairy people, and getting more resources for tourism marketing. Newly returned from a gathering of the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP), on August 11 they reported on the initiatives considered at the session. Commissioner Wendell Kay, who is an attorney, spoke of proposals to change the handling of drug-addicted and mentally ill inmates. “We all knew of the problem in the jails,” he said. CCAP is proposing changes both to help those inmates and the taxpayers by reducing recidivism. The public is spending some $40,000 annually for each inmate.

“We’re working with Human Services to find a pre-sentencing diversion with the training of police and magistrates to recognize mental illness and identify those in need of hospitalization rather than jail,” he said. The need to develop a uniform system for determining bail is also an issue. Currently there is none, said Kay. “It’s up to the magistrate, except in the most serious of criminal cases… Bail is not punitive; its role is to guarantee a future appearance.” Post-imprisonment handling of offenders with drug issues is another problem. Those in treatment for drug abuse continue to get treatment and medication while in the system, but their meds are cut off when they leave prison. It may take weeks or longer for those offenders to get back into treatment, and they are at serious risk during that period. “We need treatment to be coordinated in a more effective way, and that will take coordina-

tion of several agencies,” Kay said. Commissioner Brian Smith attended breakout sessions on agriculture. One of these involved a move by Penn State toward the use of YouTube videos to address many of the questions farmers come to the Penn State Cooperative Extension office to address. Many of these already exist, he said. “When my sons-in-law wanted to take down a silo, they looked at YouTube and found the directions. You can find directions to fix a tractor or change the ball joints on a pickup,” he said. “It’s good, but not same,” he said. He recognized the value “at both ends,” as cooperative staff needs are reduced and “you don’t have to drive 15 miles to get answers,” he said. Another session involved a move by the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to “re-boot” county conservation districts into a greater enforcement role.

DEP is seeking memorandums of understanding for their policy changes and the conservation districts are opposing it, Smith said. “I think DEP is using this as a way to push the Clean Water Act… There’s no credit given farmers for their efforts with best-management practices, fencing and crop management,” he said. Commissioner Jonathan Fritz, a candidate for a state Assembly seat, attended tourism and infrastructure breakout sessions. He said he learned that the 2016-17 state budget “woefully underfunds tourism” and that recreation is also underfunded. As to infrastructure, the state’s rapid replacement of deficient bridges has been a success, but in the process, “the contractors have been overwhelmed. There’s not enough of them to go around,” he said. CCAP recommendations are not legislative measures. Their changes are only reports for legislators to consider.

Grumbling about local economy By DAVID HULSE

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Help for monarch butterflies

LDRED, NY — Highland resident and designer Dorene Warner of W Designs displays a new monarch butterfly informational brochure that she and resident Debra Conway recently completed. Conway said she hoped the brochure would help do what has been done for the bald eagle in terms of preserving the species. She said the Upper Delaware is a flyway for annually migrating monarchs and hoped that the brochure would encourage property owners’ cultivation of milkweed, on which they feed. She also saw public recognition of the flyway as an economic benefit for the area. The brochure was one of two done through an Upper Delaware Council technical assistance grant. The other contains common permitting questions and answers for prospective property owners and builders. Both will be available through the town, while the butterfly brochure will be more widely distributed in the valley.

LEN SPEY, NY — The slow local economy stole the show at last week’s town board meeting in Lumberland. The highlights at the August 10 town board meeting were supposed to have been passage of an abandoned building ordinance, the so-called “zombie” law; and a hearing and finalization for Lumberland’s updated comprehensive plan. It didn’t work out that way. The “zombie” went by the wayside, after attorney for the town Danielle Jose-Decker reported that the state recently approved legislation covering much of the same ground as the local law, and since local law can’t supersede the state, there wasn’t much point in considering a local law further. The board accepted her advice and withdrew the approval from the agenda. Next came the public hearing for the comprehensive plan. The plan is not law and not a lot of discussion was anticipated. There were some typographical questions and others correcting the naming of locations. As things appeared to be winding down, planning board member Ed Cavello brought up the local economy. The town, he said, was in an economic downfall, “People, kids are leaving. There is no reason to come here—there’s no tourism, we can’t sustain a restaurant. There’s something going on,” he said. Cavello spoke of a micro-brewery operation that was not permitted in Lumberland “and went next door [to Eldred] .... We’re over-regulating. It’s a hard row to hoe on the planning board.” Cavello was followed by Pond Eddy property owner Paul Smith, who spoke of the planning survey he’d received and said many others didn’t get one. People were not aware of what was going on, he said. Of those who did, he said, more than half—29 of 54—called

for less regulation. Cavello spoke again, saying Lumberland was copying restrictive material from other towns. “I’m a property rights advocate. If the kids want to camp in the yard for the weekend, you don’t have to regulate it. It’s crazy.” Jose-Decker said the only agency rebuttal to the comprehensive plan came from Freda Eisenberg, director of the county planning office, who objected to the suggested removal of conservation subdivisions. She recommended plan approval, subject to county comments and typographical changes. The board voted 4-1 to approve, with James Akt opposed. “There’s nothing wrong with the old plan,” Akt said later of his vote. He agreed with audience criticism about the economy. “You heard what that guy said.” he added. Another resolution, which had been tabled last month, would have prohibited the carrying of firearms on town property by anyone other than police and court officials. It failed when Councilman Joe Carr’s motion did not receive a second for discussion. The resolution had been recommended by the town’s insurance carrier. Supervisor Jenny Mellan said the ban would have been impossible to enforce without costly equipment and personnel additions. “You’d have to have someone here whenever the buildings were open. It’s too expensive for a small town like ours,” she said. Patrick Cahill, the town’s chief administrative constable, spoke to what Mellan referred to as “a problem” that has developed with the fundraising Bikeathon that has been held at and around Camp Simca for the past two years. “You’ve got a town of about 2,000 people in a square-mile. It’s like the town’s whole population is concentrated there. We had three constables and three sheriff’s deputies, and it’s very difficult to get in there. We have to talk to them and see where we go from here,” he said.

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Fiberglass landmark cow stolen from Bethel yard By FRITZ MAYER

OWN OF BETHEL, NY — Janice Meyerson, who lives on Hurd Road in Bethel, wrote this on her Facebook page about the theft of a fiberglass cow from her property: “Bessie—probably the only life-size fiberglass Holstein dairy cow in Sullivan County—who stood for nearly 10 years on Hurd Road and patiently allowed herself to be petted, ridden and photographed by neighbors, visitors and passersby, disap-

peared during the night of Thursday Aug. 18, or Friday, Aug. 19. Children are devastated. We are offering a reward for information leading to her recovery.” Myerson said she has had hundreds of shares about the theft on her Facebook page. The cow was stationed a short distance from Bethel Woods Center for the Arts. Meyerson said she reported the incident to New York State Police and Bethel constables and had visits from both organizations. She is hoping her neighbors will also keep an eye out for Bessie.

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Ukrainian independence observed GLEN SPEY, NY — Lumberland Supervisor Jenny Mellan, center left, is pictured August 10 with former Supervisor, now county Legislator Nadia Rasjz and other members of the town’s Ukrainian-American community after the town board approved a proclamation noting the 25th anniversary of the August 24, 1991 declaration of Ukraine’s independence from the Soviet Union. The proclamation called Russia’s recent occupation of Crimea illegal and called on the U.S. to respond to further Russian aggression against Ukraine. Lumberland recognizes the anniversary annually.

New Lumberland history brochure

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This fiberglass cow, a landmark for drivers who travel along Hurd Road in the Town of Bethel, was spirited away by thieves and the owner would like to get her back.

LEN SPEY, NY — Lumberland Historian Frank Schwarz and resident and designer Christine Smetaniuk of Color Tek are pictured on August 10 as Schwarz introduced the town’s newly published history brochure. Schwarz said the color brochure amounts to a self-guided tour of Lumberland’s many historic sites. It will be available at the town museum room in the town hall at 1054 Proctor Rd., as well as at other town offices. Schwarz credited Smetaniuk for her time and effort in visiting sites and sorting details with him in its preparation. The effort was funded by an Upper Delaware Council technical assistance grant.

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EDITORIAL

No action on constitutional convention

he last time voters in New York State went to the polls to determine whether there should be a state constitutional convention was 1997. The voters ultimately said “no,” but even so, the state appointed a commission to study and prepare for a constitutional convention four years before that, in 1993. Next year, in November 2017, the voters will once again go to the polls with the power to convene a constitutioal convention (or not). That’s just a little more than one year away, and what has the state done? Just about nothing; no commission has been appointed, there is no serious discussion of the issue in Albany. Gov. Cuomo put $1 million into this year’s budget to pay for a commission, but it was taken out during negotiation with the legislature. Could it be that legislators are fearful of what the public might want from a constitutional convention? The delegates, for instance, could come up with new measures to limit the possibility of corruption in the state. Corruption in Albany is rampant, with the former Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and former Speaker of the Assembly Sheldon Silver both having been convicted of corruption. Over 90% of residents in the state say corruption is one of the top issues in the state that needs to be addressed. The lawmakers themselves can’t seem to manage to do anything about it. But delegates to a constitutional convention could. They could write in limits to campaign contributions, which now are unlimited through something called the LLC loophole. Or they could decide that campaigns could be paid for only with public financing. If the voters accepted the change, neither the elected officials nor the courts could overturn it. A constitutional convention would also give the delegates a chance to overturn the constitutional amendment pushed through in 2014 that establishes a commission to redraw voting districts rather than have the

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process undertaken by the Senate and Assembly. The problem with that amendment is that if the legislature doesn’t like the districts the commission draws, it can simply ignore them, ensuring that the gerrymandering that makes districts safe for one party or the other will go on indefinitely—unless the voters accept changes to the constitution that say it won’t. The delegates could also, if they were so inclined, limit outside income for members of the legislature, and force them to work a full year for their paychecks, rather than having them work, actually passing bills, for only six months of the year. The delegates could even go so far as to tie the income of legislators to the state’s minimum wage. There are many groups that are opposed to holding a constitutional convention because they fear they will lose something important. Teachers’ unions are concerned their collective bargaining rights will be diminished, while environment groups have expressed concern that forever-wild protections from some areas of the state such as the Adirondacks will be stripped away. Others simply see paying 204 delegates to attend the convention as too expensive. A report from Empire Government Strategies on past New York constitutional conventions (tinyurl.com/hvk4njp) says they have largely been a waste of time and money. It says the conventions, which are controlled by the legislature and the governor, are subject to the same favoritism, cronyism and special-interest influence that plays a large role in shaping the actions of state government. However, the report also says, “Whatever the political mood is at the time translates directly into the convention’s agenda. If there is a deep, popular movement towards reform and a consensus from the people that change is needed, then conventions could be successful. The 1894 and 1938 conventions both benefitted from being called in such an atmosphere.” It is very possible and indeed likely that we have arrived at such a moment again. Income inequality is at a level not seen in 100 years, corporations and wealthy individuals are able to spend unlimited amounts of money to get the kind of elected official that will bring them the most benefit, and we stand on the abyss of a climate upheaval that will likely alter the course of human development. If New Yorkers aren’t clamoring for change at this particular point in time, they never will be. Contact your state senator and assemblyperson, tell them you want a constitutional convention, and you don’t want elected officials to serve as delegates.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Non-GMO vs. organic Your editorial, “DARK Act to be challenged,” (Aug. 1117) reminded me of an NPR report broadcast on WJFF just a few days earlier. The story explored how, given a choice between products labeled non-GMO and those labeled USDA certified organic, consumers are more likely to buy non-GMO products, which tend to be less expensive. However, the report pointed out, products labeled “nonGMO” may be farmed or processed with pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, other chemical additives and without regard for animal welfare. A non-GMO label indicates only that a product contains no genetically modified ingredients; it does not mean that the product has any of the benefits of one labeled “certified organic.” To read the whole NPR story, visit tinyurl.com/zut dowp. Marcia Nehemiah Lackawaxen, PA

Careful what you wish for One could argue—if one were so inclined—that the home rule overreach that created the framework for the ban on fracking—i.e., every little town in NY can ban or allow gas drilling within its borders—will slow or even kill solar development as each town, each board, each body public can endlessly debate the impact of solar arrays. Wouldn’t it be easier to just develop a statewide set of rules that business, communities and utilities could work from? The unintended consequence of the home rule overreach will most likely slow solar arrays to a fraction of their projected statewide dirty energy replacement, while the state and world does the slow burn from global warming. One of those “careful what you wish for” things. Charles Petersheim Eldred, NY

No salvation via Hillary or Donald Remember Jonah and the whale from the holy bible? If you are a person around 30 or under you probably don’t know the story. That is how much our country has changed for the worse. Instead of sharing our faith and telling of the great things Jesus has done for us and our nation with the newcomers to the U.S.A. from all over the world in the last few decades we have slowly pulled back from and cut Jesus out of our national and personal life. Why? The Lord was cut out as to not offend. Since when is “not being offended” more important than sharing Love and Truth? Have we become confused or distracted with politics, New Age thinking, Islam, atheism, technology, Continued on page 7

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“I never learned from a man who agreed with me.” — Robert A. Heinlein Weather Pattern

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MY VIEW

VIEWS FROM THE TRAIN

By Pramilla Malick

By Tom Caska

Malick: end the fossil-fuel era, pass the Health Act

y name is Pramilla Malick. I’m a candidate for New York State Senate from the 42nd district, which includes all of Sullivan County and parts of Delaware, Orange and Ulster counties. I’m not a politician; I’m a homemaker and a mother of four. I never intended to get involved in politics, but when the health and safety of my family and my neighbors were threatened by plans to build a dangerous and polluting gas compressor station in the middle of our residential neighborhood, I felt I had no choice but to speak up and fight back. That was six years ago, and my life hasn’t been the same since. We lost the battle to keep the Minisink compressor station out of our community, but the experience was a real eye-opener for me. I saw how large corporations are able to override the interests of ordinary citizens by buying political influence. For me, the battle to protect our community from fossilfuel infrastructure is ongoing. Recently I’ve been leading the fight to prevent the construction of a giant fracked-gas power plant in Wawayanda, Orange County. This costly behemoth is bound to lock us into decades more of fossil fuel consumption at a time when we need to transition quickly to sustainable energy if we hope to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. My opponent, Sen. John Bonacic, is on the other side of this issue. He’s publicly supported the power plant, claiming it’s good for the local economy. It’s certainly been good for the Bonacic family. The senator’s son has been working for the project sponsor for years. I’d like the opportunity to debate this issue with Sen. Bonacic, and a lot of other issues as well. I believe voters are entitled to a full and frank discussion of the concerns that affect their day-to-day lives and their children’s future.

They’re also entitled to a choice when they go to the polls on Election Day. Apparently Bonacic disagrees; he’d rather be the only candidate on the ballot in November. Then he won’t have to defend his record or debate the issues with anyone. Not content with just the Republican, Conservative, and Independence lines on the ballot, he’s also trying to get his name on the Democratic line by asking Democrats to write in his name in the primary. If he succeeds, this will be the third election in a row where he’s amassed hundreds of thousands of dollars in campaign contributions without having to spend a single penny facing a political opponent. The voters of the 42nd District deserve better. They deserve a real discussion of the challenges we face, not an obstructionist senator who refuses to take a stand on the issues that matter. For the past two years, the Assembly has passed the New York Health Act, which would provide all New Yorkers with a single-payer health plan and save consumers billions of dollars a year. Sen. Bonacic hasn’t taken a position on this important bill, and the Senate has refused to put it to a vote. The senator has also been missing in action when it comes to real ethics reform in Albany and reforming the state’s election laws, which prevented hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers from voting in this year’s presidential primary. As your Democratic candidate I will address all these issues and work to ensure that New York State doesn’t shirk its responsibility to forcefully combat climate change or address the needs of everyday citizens. If you believe as I do that people, not PACs, should set public policy, then write in my name, Pramilla Malick, on the Democratic ballot of September 13.

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etc. and forgotten our nation’s heritage, our grandparents’ faith, or lost our own way like the prodigal son in the parable? I’ll quote evangelist/pastor Greg Laurie: “First God sent revival to Jonah, then Jonah brought revival to Nineveh. That is because nothing can happen through us until it first happens to us. It has to start with us. If you want to raise your children in the way of the Lord, then make sure you are walking in the way of the Lord. They will listen to your bedtime stories and mini sermons, but they will be watching your life to see if you live that out. Some things are caught, and other things are taught. Revival starts with you and me.” Please check out “Decision America with Franklin Graham,” www.decisionamericatour.com. Please pray for a revival in “you” (and me) and in the U.S.A. because it won’t come via Hillary or Donald. God bless America, one nation under God, in God we trust. John “JP” Pasquale Livingston Manor, NY

Conserve energy: passive houses How great to learn about the range of energy efficiency actions Jim Gutekunst has implemented at his G-Mart store in Wurtsboro (“Walking the walk in Mamakating”). By documenting and sharing the details of his cost savings, Mr. Gutekunst is providing an invaluable model for other business owners interested in reducing their

operating costs. Wouldn’t it be great as well if our local developers and builders chose to incorporate these energy saving strategies in all of their renovation and new construction projects? One way to do that would be to look to the Passive House standards (www.phius.org), which can reduce the energy needed for heating and cooling by as much as 90% simply by using the most modern materials and techniques for low-GHG insulation, windows, ventilation and heating and cooling. Net-zero buildings take the concept even further by including on-site renewable energy generation to meet the structure’s entire energy load. The combination of high-performance materials and building techniques and on-site or shared renewable energy generation makes this goal attainable and extremely cost effective. New York State is currently revising its building code, which establishes minimum standards for energy conservation, but there’s no need to wait for net-zero to become the rule. Builders who want to “walk the walk” can incorporate these techniques into all their renovation and new construction projects. The result will be better, healthier and more comfortable homes, businesses and municipal buildings that cost far less to run—all for about the same cost as a conventionally built structure. Hats off to Mr. Gutekunst for leading the way. Carol Roig Highland NY

Signals

here was a tradition in many homes growing up, including mine, of setting up the Lionel Trains and tracks in some part of the house for the Christmas holidays. I am sure if my dad had his way they would be set up year round, but alas he was outvoted by Mom. My brother and I would spend many hours with Dad setting up the system, and every year Dad attempted to make the course slightly different. He would ask us what we thought and would allow us to unwrap each car from its newspaper wrapping. Due to space limitations, we always seemed to wind up with the same figure-eight track. What was different was the location of the stop signal, which would change every year. Dad would remind us that without a stop signal, the railroad would be lost. Signals are very important in everyday life. The commutes to and from NYC have been disrupted on many occasions due to signal issues. Seems all types of weather can affect the system signals and ruin the commute of thousands. No matter how much they spend on service improvements, New Jersey Transit cannot fight Mother Nature, who has a wicked sense of humor. Most commuters are both understanding and bewildered by the constant service interruptions due to signal issues. When the announcement comes over the intercom our faces signal our reaction, and where there is silence or a heavy sigh, the signals on those faces speak volumes. As a manager, pet owner and family man, I realize we all have our own signals that we send out every day. I would ask my team members at work or the wife at home how they were doing and they would reply “fine,” never a good sign. Later in my years I realized that “FINE” was an acronym for Frustrated, Insecure, Neurotic and Emotional. This understanding has helped me not only manage my staff at work but my home life as well. I judge my morning at home by the response I get from my “Good morning” to the wife. A grunt or growl would not be a good signal. My dogs are much easier; I can see the signals from their tails and ears if they are scared, anxious or angry. My corgi Toby has no tail but a little nub, and even that will wiggle when she is happy. When she is in trouble and knows it, her ears fold back, and when she is chasing a deer they stand up. We also have a new addition to the family, Pearl, who is more of a black Lab than the Australian shepherd her mother was. That tail of hers is one of the best signal devices I have ever seen: tucked when she is scared or in trouble, straight up when she is on the hunt for whatever she smells in the air. Most of the time Pearl’s tail is wagging, which is a good signal. Our grandson Jeremy loves the dog and Pearl loves him. He is 18 months old and runs around the house with her when they visit. Her tail has whacked him on a number of occasions, which has given rise to him speaking his first clear words: “No, Pearl.” You can just barely make out his “Mommy” or “Daddy,” but when Pearl is around, his oral signal is clear as a bell. I think the key to noticing signals is to sit back and quietly look at what is in front of you. You may never realize what is being communicated and be pleasantly surprised as well.

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OBITUARY

ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS BETTY ANN CARD

Betty Ann Card of Milanville, PA passed away on August 21, 2016 at Wayne Memorial Hospital. She was 82 years old. Betty was born in Newark, NJ on September 24, 1933. She was the daughter of the late Frederick and Agnes (McGarry) Hector. Betty lost both of her parents by the time she was 12 years old while residing in New Jersey, which brought her to Wayne County to be raised by relatives. Not long after arriving in Honesdale, Betty met Della (Brown) Fasceski. Della and Betty have been lifelong friends and she was welcomed as part of the Brown family. Betty married James Card Jr. on November 15, 1952, and they have been lifelong residents of Wayne County. Betty was a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother, striving her whole life, in her own way, to make sure her children and grandchildren had better opportunities than she had growing up. She was a stay at home Mom, but as her children grew older she worked as a housekeeper and companion for local residents. She was also a loyal employee of the former Narrowsburg Lumber Company for years. In the 1980s Jim and Betty owned and managed “Cushetunk Campground” in Milanville, PA until its closing in 1991. Betty was also a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Beach Lake, PA. Betty is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Jim, who has been her caretaker throughout her years of poor physical health and struggle with Alzheimer’s/Dementia. She is also survived by her children: Kathleen Card and her partner, Valerie Cally, Otisville, NY; Deborah Hanson, Milanville, PA; Robert Card and his wife Dolores, Damascus, PA; Daniel Card and his wife Melinda, Milanville, PA; and Michael Card, Hazelton, PA. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren Kelly

Kongvold and her husband Freedom and their children Zak, Bryce, Evan and Anika, Dalton, PA; Scott Hanson and his wife Danielle and their children Jessie Rascona, Eli, Brady, Emilio, and Lyla, Honesdale, PA; Janel DePriest and her husband Tim and their children Logan and Lukas Burakiewicz, and Cameron, Exerter, PA; Christine Cowger and her husband Mark and their children Haley and Kendra, Lake Ariel, PA; Cory Hanson, Dalton, PA; Jason Card and his son Dylan, Damascus, PA; Beth Hanson, Rocky River, OH; and Miranda, Ben and Shelby Lynn Card, Milanville, PA. Her brother John Hector, Narrowsburg, NY and his family; and her sister Mary Loretta Goetz, Bethany Village, Honesdale, PA. Betty had been a resident at Ellen Memorial Health Care Center for almost the past two years. The Family would like to thank ALL the staff for the most complete, compassionate, personal care that she received during her stay. We made many friends. The Family would also like to thank the Wayne Memorial Hospital 4th floor Nurses and Staff and Hospice Staff for their compassion and care of not only Betty but also our entire Family. Betty also loved all of the dogs that shared her life, especially Scruffy and Winnie. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Dessin Animal Shelter (www.dessinshelter. com) 138 Miller Drive, Honesdale, PA (570/253-4037), or The Greater Pennsylvania Alzheimer’s Association, Wilkes-Barre Office (www.alz.org) 57 N Franklin St., WilkesBarre, PA 18701 (412/2611-5040). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Bernard’s Church, Beach Lake, PA on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 11 a.m. The mass will be followed by interment of her cremains in Beach Lake Cemetery.

United Way helps food pantry

International overdose day

PIKE COUNTY, PA — United Way of Pike County President Matthew Osterberg recently presented a check for $7,000 to the Good Cheer Food Pantry at the St. Luke Lutheran Church in Greeley. Pantry coordinator Anne Schmalzle said, “The United Way of Pike County is one of our major supporters, and this allows us to offer generous allotments of food to our friends and neighbors in our community who are experiencing tough times.” Osterberg said, “We are very aware of the financial strain that the economy has put on our residents. Many of our community members are in need right now and are having to make tough choices.” For more information visit www.unitedwaypike.org or call 570/296-9980.

MONTICELLO, NY — International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) will be observed on Wednesday, August 31 at Catholic Charities Community Services of Orange & Sullivan in the Gerry Conference Center, 396 Broadway. There will be an open house from 12:30 to 4 p.m., which will provide information, tools and support to community members, friends and families. IOAD is a global event held on August 31 every year and aims to raise awareness of overdose and reduce the stigma of a drug-related death. It also acknowledges the grief felt by families and friends remembering those who have met death or suffered permanent injury as a result of drug overdose. For more information or to register call 845/794-8080, ext. 117, 170 or 176.

Delaware River clean-up day BEACH LAKE, PA — The National Park Service (NPS) will hold a river clean-up for the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River on Saturday, August 27, covering the area between the Narrowsburg Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Access and the Ten Mile River Access. Volunteers will meet at Ten Mile ARiver at 9 a.m. and will be shuttled to Narrowsburg; they can expect to be off the river by 3 p.m. Experience the wild and scenic beauty of the Delaware and learn about its water-

shed and wildlife, while helping preserve it for the future. NPS will provide equipment, including lifejackets, canoes and paddles. Volunteers should bring appropriate gear, such as a change of clothes, closed-toe shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a drybag, plenty of water and a bagged lunch. Volunteers must know how to swim. Space is limited to 20 volunteers. Call 570/685-4871 to register. The park will hold an additional River Clean-Up on Saturday, September 24 for Public Lands Day. Visit www.nps.gov/upde.

New recycling hours in Manchester MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, PA — There will be new hours for the recycling program at Manchester. Recycling day remains the third Saturday of every month, year-round. Hours will be 9 to 11 a.m. The recycling program accepts

newsprint; magazines; clear, green, and brown glass; plastics (nos. 1 and 2 only); and metal cans. Be sure all recycling materials are clean. The program does not accept junk mail at this time. For more information call 570/224-4339.

COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Brew series at the library

‘Stourbridge Lion, Part Two’

ROSCOE, NY — The Friends of the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library will hold a series of classes on the brewing and food-pairing secrets of beer, tea and coffee in the Robert D. Norris Community Room at the library, 479 Broadway, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The first, “The Beer Experience: The Roscoe Beer Company, Roscoe, NY,” will be on Wednesday, August 31. The second, “The Tea Experience: Java Love, White Lake, NY,” will be on Wednesday, September 14. The third, “The Coffee Experience: Java Love’s Master Roaster,” will be on Wednesday, September 28. Light refreshments will be paired. The cost for all three sessions is $45. Individual sessions cost $20. Registrations are required; call 845/794-4660, ext. 8.

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne County Historical Society’s Plain Speaking Summer Series will present “The Stourbridge Lion, Part Two” on Friday, August 26 at 5 p.m. The silent movie “Our Hospitality,” from the late 1920s, includes many scenes with a train very similar to the Lion. The movie will be viewed, and the similarities of the train in the silent movie to the Lion will be discussed. Those attending will have a chance to see the replica of the Stourbridge Lion, which is always on display at the historical society’s main museum at 810 Main St. The Plain Speaking Summer Series is free and open to the public. This is the last presentation for the summer of 2016. For more information visit www.Wayne HistoryPA.org or call 570/253-3240.

Preservation conference LIBERTY, NY — The Liberty Museum & Arts Center will host the Catskills Preservation and History Conference on Sunday, August 28. The theme is “The Catskills-Miami Beach Connection: The People, The Hotels and the Architecture.” There are seven presentations scheduled for the day-long event, which gets underway with registration at 9:30 a.m., highlighted by Dr. Irwin Richman’s keynote address, “A Bungalow Boy Remembers Miami Beach.”

At approximately 5 p.m. the museum will host a small reception celebrating the opening of its new exhibit “Images of the Catskills,” during which it will also present its Catskills Preservation Award. Registration for the conference costs $45, which includes a light breakfast and lunch, as well as the reception. There is no charge for current members of the Liberty Museum & Arts Center. For more information email rdadras@aol.com or call 845/292-2394.

BEACH LAKE, PA — Carol Rocklin will give a presentation about the American new normal at the meeting of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, August 28. The discussion will take off from s Robert Zaretsky article that appeared in The New York Times in June,“ which raises

quesions about whether there is a new normal, raised by the Donald Trump phenomenon. The meeting will take place at the Berlin Township Community Center. A social time and refreshments will follow the program. For directions visit www. uduuf.org/directions.

The new normal

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LAKE HUNTINGTON NEWS

LOOKING BACK

By Eileen Hennessy

By Ann O’Hara

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avid Spencer, whose family was among the earliest settlers in Mount Pleasant, was the inventor of a steam tractor. This revolutionary “horseless wagon” was propelled by steam, using either coal or wood as fuel. All of the parts were handmade by Mr. Spencer in his blacksmith shop. The four wheels were approximately six-and-a-half Delaware Valley Chamber Orchestra presents

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feet high, and it was able to go forward and reverse. The purpose of this remarkable machine was to draw a series of wagons or to plow. Spencer demonstrated his tractor at a fair held in Pleasant Mount in 1888, and it attained a speed of four miles per hour. Despite its success, the tractor was deemed too costly to build and operate, having cost Spencer about $10,000. Several years ago, the Wayne County Historical Society’s Agriculture Committee located and purchased the remains of the original tractor and hopes to restore and display it in the future. From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society, 810 Main St., Honesdale. 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.

BUSINESS BRIEFS Ribbon-cutting for Jafri & Sons LIBERTY, NY — The Greater Liberty Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for member Jafri & Sons Variety on Saturday, August 27 at 3 p.m. The store is located at 10 South Main St. Refreshments will be served. Jafri & Sons Variety is a South Asian variety shop in the Village of Liberty. The business carries a full line of South Asian novelties and grocery products including spices, rice, lentils and organic teas. The shop also carries a variety of fragrant oils, incense, bath and body products and hookah accessories as well as clothing, household products and gifts. For more information email syed.a.m.jafri@gmail.com.

nce again I stayed home for the weekend—well, kind of. Friday I had to drive to West Point and on Saturday I had to drive to Pomona for a family bridal shower, then at night I was at a penny social. On Sunday I drove to Whappingers Falls for a wedding of a past co-worker. Then Monday you start all over again. Life is good. The Cochecton Democratic Club hosted a back-to-school penny social at the Nutshell Art Center. All the members would like to thank everyone for coming. I was the caller and had a good time with the ladies softball team from Monticello. These ladies were very lucky; other people keep yelling “shake up the numbers!” When you buy a lot of tickets you win a lot. They love to yell “bingo!” when they win. As I was driving around Lake Huntington with my brother Teddy in his 1968 Galaxy 500 bright-orange convertible new toy, I noticed Tony’s on the Lake is closed for good. A lot of construction going on, new houses being built and old houses being taken down. Lake Huntington is getting a facelift. Looking forward to a great fall. The Cochecton Youth Center (CYC) will host a trip to the Lackawanna Coal Mine—a retired coal mine that’s now a museum—on September 25 at 12 noon. The cost for adults is $8, and for out-oftown children is $5.50. Call Kristin with any questions, 570/470-1741. The signups for this trip will be held on Wednesday, September 7 from 6 to 7 p.m. That will also be the first sign-up date for the annual tricky trunk, to be held on October 29. The tricky trunk is for Cochecton youth only. A second sign up for the tricky trunk will be held on October 4 from 6 to 7 p.m. For more information call or text Sue at 845/866-0853. All signups will be held at the new Cochecton Town Hall. Don’t forget to support the CYC and buy a raffle ticket or a smencil! The CYC monthly meeting for September will be held on Wednesday, September 7 at 7 p.m. The Cochecton Center Community Center will present a concert featuring singer-songwriters Kate Vargas and Andrea Wittgens, from New York City, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 3. The center, where the concert will be held, is an 1892 historic church building, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s located at the intersection of Route 52 and Old County Road. A donation of $15 is requested. Light refreshments will follow. Have a great week and email leenie beans@citlink.net or call 845/252-3568 if you have news.

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845-292-7210 2071 State RT. 52, Liberty, NY

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Homestead School

845-856-6359 428 Hollow Road, Glen Spey, NY homesteadschool.com

Real Estate Agent

Dr. Paul Salzberg

Jennie Waligroski – Eagle Valley Realty

845-887-6112 9741 New York 97 Callicoon, NY 12723

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Electrician

Playhouse Theatre

Rick Maloney - Narrowsburg Electric

Hancock Liquor Store

Piccolo Paese

Private School

Doctor

845-252-6640 Narrowsburg, NY

Miss Monticello Diner

845-791-8934 405 Broadway, Monticello, NY

Make sure to check out these reader voted award-winning businesses as you travel in the Upper Delaware River Valley this summer!

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Special Area Attraction, Museum, Live Music Venue

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts 866-781-2922 200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY bethelwoodscenter.org

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Best Businesses & Services Antique Store

Flooring Store

Motorcycle Shop

Septic Service

570-253-0207 1098 Texas Palmyra Hwy, Honesdale, PA

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ECCE Bed & Breakfast

845-557-8562 19 Silverfish Road, Barryville, NY eccebedandbreakfast.com

Bank

Catskill Hudson Bank

122 Kirks Road, Narrowsburg, NY 845-334-0115 chbny.com

Elder Care Facility

Bethany Village

570-251-3463 150 Noble Lane, Bethany, PA bethanyseniorliving.com

Cover Your World Flooring

O’Tooles Harley Davidson

Grocery Store /Supermarket

Music Store

570-251-9530 200 Willow Ave, Honesdale, PA davessuperduper.com

845-796-3616 348 Rock Hill Drive, Rock Hill, NY stevesmusiccenter.com

Dave’s Super Duper

Home Decor

Rasmussen Furniture

845-252-3901 90 Main Street, Narrowsburg, NY

Jewelry Store

Jennings Jeweler

570.253.0620 600 Main Street, Honesdale, PA jenningsjewelers@yahoo.com

Roto Rooter

Steve’s Music Center

New Business of the Year

Catskill Mountain Resort 845-456-0195 211 Mail Road, Barryville, NY catskillmountainsresort.com

Pet Boarding/Pampering

Dog Mountain Lodge

845-932-9393 486 County Road 116, Cochecton, NY dogmountainlodge.com

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Menu for an August day By JUDE WATERSTON [Food writer Jude Waterston has been keeping a daily journal of all the meals she prepares for several years. Here, she shares a day’s worth of meals ideal for late summer, plus a recipe to help you enjoy that ubiquitous summer surplus, the zucchini crop. Laura Silverman is on hiatus, and Waterston will be filling in for her until further notice.]

Zucchini soup for summer This creamy, cold soup has a touch of curry for added depth and a garnish of toasted slivered almonds. An easy, elegant starter to any meal. Serves 4 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, ﬁnely chopped Kosher or sea salt 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons mild curry powder 1 ½ pounds zucchini (about 3 medium), ends trimmed, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 baking potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 cups water 2 cups chicken broth (or you can use water)

Heat the oil in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and 1 tablespoon salt; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft, 4 – 5 minutes. Add the garlic and curry powder; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the zucchini, potato, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer and cook until vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. In batches, puree soup in a blender (do not ﬁll more than halfway) until very smooth. Let cool slightly, then refrigerate in an airtight container until well chilled. Another method is to place the soup in a bowl and put the bowl in a larger bowl ﬁlled with ice water. Stir the soup until well chilled, and serve garnished with toasted almonds.

1/3 – 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted in a non-stick skillet until golden

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Judeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journal: Aug. 11 Breakfast

I made a large fruit salad of mango, ruby red grapefruit, strawberries and oranges topped with toasted coconut. I sliced and lightly toasted fennel-semolina bread and covered the slices generously with grated cheddar and havarti cheeses and shredded prosciutto, then ran it under the broiler until the cheese was melted and the prosciutto crisped just a bit.

Lunch

We started with white & yellow corn on the cob, as sweet as could be, with butter and salt, and a salad of four kinds of heirloom tomatoes with extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar & basil. Finally, we had chilled, creamy zucchini soup, with a touch of curry, topped with slivered toasted almonds.

Fish rollatini

Dinner

I made fish fillet rollatini: lemon sole fillets topped with homemade bread crumbs, finely grated Parmigiano Reggiano and Romano cheeses, lemon zest, dried oregano and fresh parsley, rolled up and secured with toothpicks. I baked them on a bed of lemon slices doused with fresh lemon juice and sherry after topping the rolled fillets with more flavored bread crumbs, which got crisp and crunchy in the oven. We also had a cold asparagus salad in a vinaigrette made with champagne vinegar, Dijon mustard, extra-virgin olive oil and fresh tarragon. A fine meal, served with a fruity Sauvignon Blanc and eaten al fresco on the back porch.

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It’s alive! Western Hotel back in business

ALLICOON, NY — It was first built in 1852, a few years after the first train ran through what was then Callicoon Depot, part of the railroadrelated boom that turned a single house into a bustling community. Originally, it was built in the Greek revival style, but sometime around the turn of the 20th century, the roof was raised and two stories and a mansard roof were added to create the iconic structure that dominates Upper Main Street in Callicoon today. For well over 100 years, it was a vibrant part of the hamlet’s commerical life. Then, for some years, it lay dormant. But now, Callicoon’s historic Western Hotel has been reopened and reimagined as a boutique hotel, a bar featuring craft cocktails, and a restaurant with an inventive menu that serves updated comfort food, bar snacks and healthful farm-to-table choices. Irene Nickolai purchased the

property after having opened local lifestyle shop Callicoon Trading and serving as president of the Callicoon Business Association. “I’ve put down roots in Callicoon, and it became my mission to see The Western not only return to its former glory but serve the community’s current needs,” said Nickolai. Nickolai says that her renovation plans aim to preserve the charm and character of the building, which has recently been placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and a tour of the ground floor bears her out. Keen on opening immediately, Nickolai has already freshened the space. She pointed out places where modern white ceiling tiles have been removed to reveal the original wooden ceiling (as can be seen in the photo of the bar below), and areas where somewhat drab late 20th-century wallpaper has been removed. The entire bar area—which

The antique ambiance of the bar has been retained, while innovations like the lighting installation at the back, by Callicoon’s New York Vintage Lighting, complement the older elements.

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The fully lit Western Hotel, now reopened, is a welcoming beacon to visitors to Callicoon, NY. includes a fabulous stained-glass ceiling insert, also visible in the photograph— has received a facelift, including a new lighting installation by New York Vintage Lighting that perfectly enhances the historic ambiance. Nickolai says the local clientele is already returning to both bar and restaurant. Rooms on the upper floor will host travelers and former residents happy to be revisiting the Upper Delaware. Harmonie Hall, the classic second-floor ballroom— which the public most recently obtained a tempting glimpse of during Callicoon’s Dickens on the Delaware celebration in December of 2015—is being readied to host more events ranging from weddings and film screenings to dance and other performances; the room features a stage that makes it particularly versatile in this respect. Nickolai explains that “the space will get a bit of a makeover, but the hallmark tin ceilings and original wooden dance floor remain,” retaining the room’s abundant character. The restaurant’s menu was conceived with chef Henning Nordanger of Henning’s Local. Henning has brought his farm-to-table ethos to the Western, cre-

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OUNGSVILLE, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Everybody knows that quilts can be beautiful, but did you know that there are some quilts that are created specifically as artwork? The results can be spectacular, as you will be able to see at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Abstracts, Flora and Fauna,â&#x20AC;? a new show exhibiting the work of Katharina Litchman (artquiltsbymietzi.com) that opens on Saturday, August 27, with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at Domesticities on Route 52. Litchman is a contemporary art quilter. In 2011, she was inducted into the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame as the first art quilter. Her work is in private collections and is sold in galleries, by commission and by referrals. The work in this show reflects her love of nature but is also influenced by architecture and abstract designs from many years of living in New York City. She now lives in Youngsville with her husband and a few felines. Litchman signs her quilts â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mietzi,â&#x20AC;? after their first cat in their little farmhouse many years ago. Her work will be on display through Labor Day. A portion of the proceeds of quilt sales are donated to spaying and neutering of cats and dogs. For more information, call 845/482-3333 or email cut tinggarden@hotmail.com.

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A one-man, one-woman weekend in Tusten

ARROWSBURG, NY — The upcoming weekend will bring both a one-woman and a one-man show to the stage of the Tusten Theatre at 210 Bridge St. On Friday, Heather Bagnal will tread the boards in “SINGLEMARRIEDGIRL,” a one-woman play about diving into the dating world after a decade of married life. The off-kilter 50-minute show is based on the true story of Chicago blogger Laurel Spears, who finds herself at the crossroads of a dead-end relationship and a major identity crisis. Actress Bagnall is one half of the husband/wife producing team Tasty Monster. Her performance was highly reviewed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival,

WHERE: Tusten Theatre, 211 Bridge St., Narrowsburg, NY

D.C.’s Capital Fringe, and Off-Off Broadway in New York. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and show time is 8 p.m. On Saturday, August 27, “Ferdinand” will be performed at 11 a.m. Inspired by the classic children’s book “The Story of Ferdinand,” the 50-minute play follows Tom, a single dad who struggles to bring up an empathetic son in a world determined to push him in all the wrong directions. It stars Luke Tudball, originally from the UK and the other half of Tasty Monster. “Ferdinand” was a 2015 Top 10 Children’s Show pick at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and winner of the Pittsburgh Fringe Wanderlust Award. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

WHEN: “SINGLEMARRIEDGIRL,” Friday, August 26 at 8 p.m. “The Story of Ferdinand,” Saturday, August 27 at 11 a.m. COST: Friday, $20 advance, $25 door. Saturday, free for children, $5 adults, door only. CONTACT: www.delawarevalleyartsalliance. org or 845/252-7576.

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Prescription Drug Take-Back Day! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST

Permanent year-round Drug Drop-Box Locations: FALLSBURG POLICE 19 RAILROAD PLAZA Fallsburg, NY 434-4422 24/7 LIBERTY POLICE 159 N. MAIN ST. Liberty, NY 292-4422 24/7 MONTICELLO POLICE 2 PLEASANT ST Monticello 794-4422 24/7

Dept. of Family Services Robert Travis Building 16 Community Lane, Liberty, NY 292–0100 9-5 pm Mon-Fri Sponsored by Sullivan County Public Health Services, Sullivan County Rural Health Network & The Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Task Force, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, Liberty Police, Monticello Police, Fallsburg Police And Catholic Charities Community Services of Orange & Sullivan

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Drug Collection Sites will be held Saturday, August 27 In collaboration with Sullivan County DPW: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Monticello Transfer Station 91 Landfill Dr, E. Broadway Call ahead to register – 807 -0291 12:30– 4:30 pm ONLY And Jeff Pharmacy 4892 St.Rt 52 Jeffersonville,NY 12748 1-3 pm ONLY The purpose of this take back day is to provide additional locations for persons who want to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs. Protect the environment by avoiding disposing of medications in the garbage or flushing them. For more information call the locations listed or Sullivan County Public Health Services at 845-513-2222.

No needles or liquids are accepted at any of these locations. According to New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, most people take medicines only for the reasons their doctors prescribe them. However, an estimated 20 % of people in the United States (48 million people ages 12 and older) have used prescription drugs for non-medical reasons. This is prescription drug abuse. It is a serious and growing problem. According to Partnership for a Drug Free America, studies show that each day, approximately 2,500 teens use prescription drugs to get high for the first time. If you know someone who is addicted to prescription drugs and needs help call Catholic Charities Community Services of Orange & Sullivan at 845-794-8080.

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SUMMER PASTIMES

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Pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner

Jupiter Chamber Players provide Sunset finale LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY — The finale of the Shandelee Music Festival’s Sunset Concert Series will be an out-of-thisworld experience as the Jupiter Chamber Players take the stage with “An Evening of Chamber Music” on Saturday, August 27 at 8 p.m. in the Shandelee Music Festival Concert Pavilion, 442 J. Young Rd. The evening will feature the music of Haydn, Rabi and Brahms. The Jupiter Chamber Players are violinist Asi Matathias, violist Cong Wu, cellist Zlatomir Fung, clarinetist Vadim Lando and pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner. The word “wunderkind” is an understatement when used to describe Sanchez-Werner, who became a full-time student at the age of five at Ventura College. Among his many performances at prestigious venues were a 2009 solo performance at the White House for President Obama and a 2013 performance at the Presidential Inauguration concert at Kennedy Center. The concert will be followed by a specialty dessert reception. Concert tickets cost $35 for adults, $30 for Shandelee Music Festival members, and $10 for students 17 and under. Reservations are required; call 845/439-3277. For more information visit www.shandelee.org.

‘Rising folk sensation’ Seth Glier

Judy Collins’ collaborator at the Silk Mill

HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will showcase Seth Glier on Friday, August 26 at 8 p.m. The New York Times called him “a rising folk sensation,” and USA Today wrote that his “exquisite Contributed photo tenor echoes Bruce Seth Glier Springsteen and Billy Joel.” The show takes place in the underground theater of the Hawley Silk Mill at 8 Silk Mill Dr. Cocoon Catering Company caters wine, beer and light snacks on site. Tickets cost $19 to $22. They can be purchased online at www.harmonypresents. com or in person at AMSkier Insurance Agency located at 209 Main Ave. For more information call 570/588-8077.

HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will showcase Ari Hest, a consummate performer in the folk world, on Saturday, August 27 at 8 p.m at the Hawley Silk Mill, 8 Silk Mill Dr. Hest is one of Judy Collins’ favorite singer-songwriters, and has recently released an album, “Silver Skies Blue,” as a collaboration with Collins, the first of its kind in Collins’ career. He is also half of the folk pop duo The Open Sea with Rosi Golan, and half of the Brazilian musicinspired pop duo Bluebirds of Paradise with Chrissi Poland. Contributed photo Among Hest’s m u s i c - w r i t i n g Ari Hest credits are his score for a 2008 film called “DreamRiders,” which won several independent film awards, and his song “Now,” which was performed in the 2011 feature film “The Lincoln Lawyer.” Tickets cost $19 to $22. They can be purchased online at www.harmonypresents. com or in person at AMSkier Insurance Agency located at 209 Main Ave.

Poetry reading at Black and Brass HONESDALE, PA — Black and Brass Coffee Roasters Cafe, 520 Main St., will host Karen Morris and John Tomlinson in a poetry reading and book signing event for their book, “RAGE: The Misery of Men :: HOPE: The Dawning of Men,” on Friday, August 26, from 6 to 7 p.m. There will be wine, snacks and coffee drinks. Art critic/curator Dominique Nahas, in a review of the book, wrote that it “brings together... a remarkable duo of artistic poet and poetic artist. “Poet and psycho-analyst Karen Morris’s vibrant text alternates between soulful introspective tenderness and vituperative rage blending marvelously with visual artist and educator John Tomlinson’s drawings that are induced by graphite stick and digital stylus, both... “The emotional truths uttered, evoked and ‘unconcealed’ in this book provide emotional, intellectual and psychical nourishment.”

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‘Eat, Drink & Collage’ NARROWSBURG, NY — Explore the fine art of mixed-media collage using a treasure trove of found objects collected over 30 years, Friday, August 26 at an event titled “Eat, Drink & Collage.” It will take place at the Emerald Ballroom, downstairs at the Heron, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Learn how to balance color, space and form. Find out what the best adhesives are for securing 3-D materials and have a blast. The cost is $45 per person, which includes all supplies plus two free glasses of wine (or non-alcoholic beverage). A menu will be available. Preregistration required; call 570/224-7511 (no text) or email ramonajan@yahoo.com.

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Recital at Nesin MONTICELLO, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Faculty members of the Nesin Summer Music Academy will be joined by their students for a faculty/student ensemble recital on Friday, August 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Eugene D. Nesin Theatre for the Performing Arts, 22 St. John St. Students of all ages have been working at the Summer Academy to create original compositions that will be performed by the faculty at this recital. The students that attended the Summer Music Academy Boot Camp developed their performance skills and technique on various instruments. These students received lessons, had ensemble experiences and attended theory/composition classes. Tickets cost $10 at the door or online at www.nesinculturalarts.org, and students with ID are admitted free. For more information call 845/798-9006, email marina@ nesinculturalarts.org or visit www.ne sinculturalarts.org.

Boaters of all kinds will congregate on Lake Wallenpaupack as part of the annual Wally Lake Fest.

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HAWLEY, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lake Wallenpaupack, Hawley and the environs come alive with music, boating, bicycling and a whole raft of lake-related activities at Wally Lake Fest from Friday, August 26 to Sunday, August 28. The party gets started on Friday with a variety of live music at the local restaurants and pubs as well as a comedic play at the local playhouse. The live entertainment continues throughout the weekend. A centerpiece of the festival is the boat parade, complete with prizes, which will take place on Saturday with lineup at 11 a.m. and judging at approximately 2 p.m. at the Wallenpaupack Dike. Registration is due on Friday at 5 p.m. to Davis R. Chant Realtors; visit WallyLakeFest. com/BoatParade. Some other activities planned for Saturday and Sunday are an open market fair; a motorcycle ride; kayak and standup paddleboard demos; various artisan and craft fairs; a wild mushroom walk; a beer tasting; live music on a floating stage; fly-casting demos; a boat, watercraft and outdoor show; free tastings of local cheeses; sand sculpture contests at Palmyra Beach; sailboat rides; a sailboat regatta race; a kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; activity zone complete with face painting, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; tattoos and balloons; a car cruise; and an ice cream social with homemade ice cream. Wally Lake Fest is hosted by the Downtown Hawley Partnership and presented by Lighthouse Harbor Marina. For more information pick up a Wally Lake Fest brochure at the Lake Wallenpaupack Visitors Center and area businesses, or visit wallylakefest.com/events and click on the brochure link.

Bluegrass duo at The Cooperage HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; David Cavage and Josh Sudigala will return to The Cooperage, 1030 Main St., on Friday, August 26 at 7:30 p.m. Cavage (banjo, vocals), who resides in Carbondale, ranks among the finest banjo players and songwriters in bluegrass music today. Sudigala (guitar/vocals) began attending bluegrass festivals even before he was old enough to play, taken by his grandfather, an accomplished banjo player. At age 14, Josh began playing electric guitar and rock â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n roll. But within a few years, he was back into bluegrass, and more importantly, flatpicking. That quintessential bluegrass style has become his passion. Donations will be collected at the door.

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Have I stayed too long at the fair?

poiler alert! still reeling from my expeThis one’s a rience at the theatre. little maudlin. “I wanted the music While I did attend an to play on forever. Have actual fair last week, I stayed too long at the (www.delawarecoun fair?” Those words, tyfair.com), the one penned by songwriter Wilreferred to in the liam C. Barnes, played header of this colin my head long after the umn is a metaphor. last strains of more than The sentiment was 20 classic rock hits of the ‘80s reverberated in the brought on by (of all rafters of the Forestburgh things) the producPlayhouse. There, Chris tion of “Rock of Ages” Persichetti, Debra Thais (w w w.f bplayhouse. Ryan Williams (as Stacee Jaxx) is the Evans, Matthew Stocke, org) that I caught last ultimate rock star in the Forestburgh Thursday in Forest- Playhouse production of “Rock of Ages.” Dan Maldonado, Taylor burgh—their “swan Jackson, Rachelle Rose song” musical of the summer season. Clark, Michael Iannucci, Ryan Williams Before I get down to brass tacks (I mean and a huge ensemble of ridiculously talweepy, morose, end-of-summer blues), ented performers belted out memorable let’s address my day at the real fair, which tunes like “I Wanna Rock,” “We’re Not to be fair, was… fair. Gonna Take It,” “Dead or Alive,” and “I Can’t Fight This Feeling.” The silly boyHaving been invited by fair board memmeets-girl storyline is pure fluff, but I ber John Jackson to join the folks from the radio station (www.thunder102.com), was surprised by how funny it was. Chris Dharma the Wonder Dog leapt at the DiArienzo’s clever script had the audichance to check out the 4-H exhibits, the ence rolling in the aisles, thanks to great rides, the sights and sounds that one ascomic turns by Persichetti and Williams sociates with a great country fair such as in particular, aided by newcomer Steven Telsey, who stepped out of the resident the one in Walton, NY. Even though it’s company to deliver a memorable, hilaria bit far afield, we ran into hundreds of folks from the four counties that we traous performance as Hertz, the über Gerverse on behalf of The River Reporter, man wanna-be chocolatier. and while I gorged on my once-a-year Why then, was I so morose? The show, guilty-pleasure fried confections, we took directed and choreographed with great our seats for the phenomenal concert flair by Robin Levine, thoughtfully cosstarring Frankie (“Cigarette” “Young & tumed by Meaghan Carlo and stylisticalCrazy” “Sober Me Up”) Ballard. While ly lit by Todd Loyd on an ultra-cool set by Tristan James, did something extraordihis song list sounds like he’s a hellion, his All-American good looks and charmnary, something that far loftier theatrical ing demeanor belie that image. Tens of experiences strive to do. The production thousands attend this fair each year, and took me back to a time and place that was everyone seemed to be having a swell so evocative of my real life in the ‘80s. time—but me. But in all fairness, I was when I lived a block from the world-fa-

mous Sunset Strip (where the show takes place), that I found myself swept up in a miasma of memories, including the good, the bad and yes, the ugly. Musical director Nicholas Place did such a great job eliciting TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox really incredible vocal performances from this super- Just considering taking a spin on rides like this reminds me that I lative cast (FBP’s strong have stayed too long at the fair. circumstances? Perhaps, but it might suit this season) that I was just be that the show’s creators knew swept up in the goofy plot, often mesmermore than they were letting on by creatized by the performers who are (IMHO) ing “Rock of Ages” for an audience like that good. me, who came of age during that period Once again, the “Fair” song echoed as of time, strutting my stuff and thinking intermission drew to a close. “Oh, moththat the party would never end. “The er dear, I know you’re very proud, your merry-go-round is beginning to taunt me. little boy and kingdom is so far above the There is nothing to win, and there’s no crowd. No, daddy dear, you never could one to want me, Have I stayed too long at have known, that I would be successful, the fair?” In the mood for a flash-back of yet so very much alone.” Those words your own? Go see “Rock of Ages.” haunted me as I took my seat for act two, For tickets and information call 845/794which tied up the story in a neat little bow 1194 or visit www.fbplayhouse.org. and brought an unexpected tear to my To see photos of Frankie Ballard and eye, as the story reached its (“Don’t Stop the Delaware County Fair visit www. Believing”) crescendo. Facebook.com/theriverreporter Was I over-emotional, considering the

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AARP Driver Safety Program

PORT JERVIS — The Hub at Port Jervis Free Library hosts Jerry Kuntz, awardwinning author of “The Heroic Age of Diving” in the Reference Room at the library, 6:30-8pm. 845/856-7313 ext. 5.

Wayne County Genealogy Group meeting

HONESDALE — The Wayne County Genealogy Group meets in the MultiPurpose Room of the Wayne County Historical Society, 4:30 pm. This month, new and old members are encouraged to bring an object or picture relating to an ancestor to share with the group. New members, whether experienced researchers or newcomers, are welcome.

Fri., Aug. 26 Milford Garden Club ﬂower show

MILFORD — Milford Garden Club’s two-day flower show,“The Times of Our Lives: A Holiday Standard Flower Show” opens Friday, 2-5pm; continues Saturday, 10am-4pm, at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 Broad St. 570/775-6317.

Seth Glier

HAWLEY — Seth Glier at Harmony Presents at the Silk Mill, 8pm. Singersongwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist, Glier’s music has caught the ears of fans, industry and critics alike, with USA Today stating that his “exquisite tenor echoes Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel.” 570/588-8077.

SLAC meeting

MONTICELLO — SLAC, the Senior Legislative Action Committee of Sullivan County will hold 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.

SOUTH FALLSBURG — AARP Driver Safety Program at the South Fallsburg Senior Center, 9am-4pm. To register call Sonny Smith at 845/434-8922 (leave message). Please call after 9am. The fee is $20 for AARP members; $25 for nonmembers.

Ari Hest at Harmony Presents

HAWLEY — Ari Hest at Harmony Presents at The Hawley Silk Mill, 8pm. Over his 15-year career, Hest has released eight albums, three EPs and in 2008 his project “52” in which he wrote, recorded and released a new song every Monday for a full year. Tickets $19-$22. www.har monypresents.com.

Barryville Farmers’ Market

BARRYVILLE — Barryville Farmers’ Market at 3385 Rte. 97 (behind River Market), Saturdays, 10am-1pm, rain or shine.

Basket Historical Society meeting

LONG EDDY — The Basket Historical Society meets, 10:30am, at its headquarters on State Route 97. All are welcome to attend the meeting and/or visit the museum, 10:30am-2pm. 845/887-6703.

Breakfast at American Legion

WURTSBORO — All-you-can-eat breakfast at American Legion Post 1266, 92 Pine St., 8-11am. Military-style breakfast chow line prepared and served by veterans. Members of the Sullivan County Legion Riders, a family riding group, will be present to greet you. All proceeds support programs for veterans throughout Sullivan County. Cost $7. 845/888-4958.

Church dinner

EQUINUNK — Equinunk United Methodist Church holds a covered-dish dinner in the church, 5:30pm. All are welcome. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy delicious home-cooked foods. Dinner is free. 570/224-6361.

Greene Dreher Sterling Fair

EWFOUNDLAND, PA — The Greene-Dreher-Sterling Fair will run from Friday, August 26 through Sunday, September 4 at the GDS Fairgrounds, on PA-191 behind Wallenpaupack’s South Elementary School. There will livestock exhibits all week long, fair food and contests including a demolition derby, farm tractor pull and pie eating. Other events will include a magic and comedy show with Matt Episcopo, the Kids Pedal Pull and Elvis impersonator Ryan Pelton headlining on Wednesday, August 31 at 7 p.m. in the arena. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate, and includes admission to exhibits, all musical shows, most arena events and all of the rides. Weekday admission costs $5 and weekend admission $8. Senior Citizen Day is Thursday, September 1, when admission costs $3 until 5 p.m. For more information call 570/676-4047; tickets can be ordered online at gdsfair.com. The latest updates and announcements can be found on Facebook at Greene Dreher Sterling Fair.

Delaware Highlands Conservancy annual community picnic

BETHEL — Join the Conservancy for its annual community event. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy free ice cream from the Dairy’O ice cream truck; a live birds of prey presentation from the Delaware Valley Raptor Center; a monarch butterfly program; a guided walk on the Conservancy’s woodland trail; a kayak raffle drawing, and more. 845/583-1010.

Family bingo

MASTHOPE — Lackawaxen EMS Family Bingo at Masthope Mountain Community, 196 Karl Hope Blvd. 7:30pm. Open to the public.

Genealogy program at Equinunk Historical Society

EQUINUNK — Alice Scott, a historian and genealogist who has been researching family and local history for more than 30 years, shares her expertise in a program at the Equinunk Historical Society, 1pm. The society’s “Our Heritage” series will continue throughout the rest of the season. 570/224-6722.

Milford Garden Club ﬂower show

MILFORD — Day two of Milford Garden Club’s “The Times of Our Lives: A Holiday Standard Flower Show,” 10am-4pm, at the First Presbyterian Church, 300 Broad St. 570/775-6317.

Port Jervis Farmers’ Market

PORT JERVIS — Port Jervis Farmers’ Market at Farmers’ Market Square (by Burger King), 9am-1pm. Saturdays until October 29. Locally sourced foods, music and handmade items.

RJ Storm and Old School Bluegrass Band

CUDDEBACKVILLE — Neversink Valley Museum presents an evening of bluegrass music with Hudson Valley favorites RJ Storm and Old School Bluegrass Band at the D&H Canal Visitors Center, 58 Hoag Rd. (just off Route 209), 7pm. General admission $7; $5 for museum members. 845/754-8870.

Rock Hill Farmers’ Market

ROCK HILL — Rock Hill Farmers’ Market, sponsored by Rock Hill Business and Community Association, Saturdays, 10am–1pm until September 24, located at 223 Rock Hill Dr. Live music, events and educational activities.

Sullivan County Memory Walk

MONTICELLO — Sullivan County Memory Walk starting at Ted Stroebele Recreation Center, Two Jefferson St. Registration 9am; walk begins 10am. This 1.5-mile walk raises funds to support research, programs and services provided to the community by the Hudson Valley Alzheimer’s Association. Visit sullivancountymemorywalk.com or call 845/866-2800.

Wild Mushroom Walk

LAKE ARIEL — Delaware Highlands Mushroom Society shares its knowledge about wild edibles that are enjoyed by wildlife and humans alike, at Lacawac Sanctuary, 10am-12noon. This is a short-distance walk. Wear comfortable footwear. Registration appreciated. Cost: $10. Members: $5. 570/689-9494.

Sun., Aug. 28 Blueberry pancake breakfast

LORDS VALLEY — Blooming Grove Volunteer Firehouse, 484 Rte. 739, 8am12noon. Cost: adults $8, children (10 and under) $4, children (3 and under) free. Menu: orange juice, blueberry or plain pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, hash browns, bacon, sausages, coffee or tea.

Blues, Brews & BBQ

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

Catskills Preservation and History Conference

LIBERTY — The Liberty Museum & Arts Center hosts the 15th annual Catskills Preservation and History Conference, registration 9:30am. This year’s theme is “The Catskills–Miami Beach Connection: The People, The Hotels and The Architecture.” Seven different presentations are scheduled for this day-long event. Registration: $45. 845/292-2394.

Read It Again Bookstore open

MONTICELLO — The Read It Again Bookstore will be open Sundays in August, 11am-2pm. Proceeds benefit the Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County. 845/794-0017.

Upstate Cycle for Hope

MONTICELLO — Upstate Cycling & Group Fitness Studio is teaming up with the Allyson Whitney Foundation for the Upstate Cycle for Hope, 9–11:30am. Benefits the Allyson Whitney Foundation and Trevor Loughlin Foundation. Tickets $25. Visit: https://www.facebook.com/ events/1147915585273011/ for event details.

Mon., Aug. 29 Creative movement for kids

NARROWSBURG — Weekly modern dance class for kids ages 5-11 at the 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.

Pike County Master Gardener hotline

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

Wed., Aug. 31 Jazz on the Deck at The Settlers Inn

HAWLEY — The Settlers Inn hosts its summer Jazz on the Deck series every Wednesday during through August, 6-9pm, rain or shine. There is no cover charge. 570/226-2993.

Literacy Volunteers book sale

WHITE LAKE — Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County’s Past Perfect Bookstore holds its summer halfprice sale at the Old Duggan School on Route 55 (right behind the Town of Bethel offices), 10am-4pm. All books half price. All proceeds benefit Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County. 845/583-7191.

Rock Hill Summer Concert Series

ROCK HILL — Rock Hill Business and Community Association presents the Rock Hill Summer Concert Series, Wednesday evenings through August at 223 Rock Hill Dr. (location for the Rock Hill Farmers’ Market), 6:30-8:30pm. Bring chair or blanket. Free. www. facebook.com/RockHillSummerCon certSeries.

Sat., Sep. 3 ‘Visions of Spain’

BARRYVILLE — Free opening reception, 4-6pm, for “Visions of Spain,” a special event and exhibit sponsored by the Barryville Area Arts Association in collaboration with The Hispanic Society of America, New York, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. The exhibit, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, runs throughout September.

Barryville Farmers’ Market

BARRYVILLE — Barryville Farmers’ Market at 3385 Rte. 97 (behind River Market), Saturdays, 10am-1pm, rain or shine.

Community yard sale

GLEN SPEY — Community yard sale at Lumberland Town Hall Pavilion, 1054 Proctor Rd., 9am-3pm. Sponsored by Pond Eddy Methodist Church. Vendor space available $10. 845/856-6004.

Port Jervis Farmers’ Market

PORT JERVIS — Port Jervis Farmers’ Market at Farmers’ Market Square (by Burger King), 9am-1pm. Saturdays through October 29. Locally sourced foods, music and handmade items.

Rock Hill Farmers’ Market

ROCK HILL — Rock Hill Farmers’ Market, sponsored by the Rock Hill Business and Community Association, Saturdays, 10am–1pm, through September 24 at 223 Rock Hill Dr. Live music, events and educational activities.

Yard sale

WURTSBORO — Yard sale at St. Joseph Church, 9am-3pm. Vendor cost $15 per space, or two for $25. 845/888-2103.

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LIVINGSTON MANOR — Penny social at the Masonic Lodge, 94 Main St. Doors open 5:30pm; calling 7pm. Donation $1. Refreshments. Benefits Sullivan-St. Tammany Chapter #298 Order of Eastern Star.

Senior Expo

MILFORD — Reps. Mike Peifer (R-Pike/ Wayne) and Rosemary Brown (R-Pike/ Monroe) are inviting all area seniors and their families to attend a Senior Expo at the Dingman Township Fire Hall, 10am2pm. Free admission. Light refreshments. 570/226-5959.

HAWLEY — Forest Volunteer Fire Department annual clam bake, 1129 Towpath Rd., 1-11pm. $7 dozen steamed clams, $8 dozen raw clams, hamburgers and hot dogs, $15 bottomless beer mugs, wine and select mixed drinks. DJ Mike Coppola (until 7pm). Beyond Decades Band (7-11pm). Bounce house for kids. fvfd@forestfirerescue.com.

Family Bingo MASTHOPE — Lackawaxen EMS Family Bingo at Masthope Mountain Community, 196 Karl Hope Blvd.

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Modern dance for adults

NARROWSBURG — Weekly modern dance class for adults ages 12 and up at the Narrowsburg Union, Mondays, 6:30pm. Learn basic movements, warm ups, light stretching, and choreography. No dance experience needed. Drop in at any time. Cost: $12 per class. Email catskilldancecompany@gmail.com.

Tues., Aug. 30 Creative Insights to Writing Course

MONTICELLO — The Adult & Continuing Education Program at Sullivan BOCES offers a Creative Insights to Writing Course at St. John Education Center, Tuesdays, through August 30, 6–8pm. Cost: $55. Register, 845/295-4915.

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AUGUST 25-31, 2016 • 25

THE RIVER REPORTER Yard Sale

Yard Sale

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

MOVING SALE

Cherry China Cabinet Glass Doors, & drawers 72 in high 53 length $350, 5 Piece Wicker Set Cushioned, Double Love Seat, Large Chair, Coﬀee Table, End Table, Lamp Table, $300, Entertainment Center for 42 inch TV with lots of shelves $200, Queen Cedar Log Bed $700, Bowflex Extreme 2 like new complete $700, Wicker Oval/ Round Dining Room Set 6 Chairs, Leaf, Upholstered $600, Cheery Oval/ Round Dining Room Set 6 Chairs, Leaf $350, 9 Piece Living Room Set, Oak and Glass End Tables will separate $2500, Mirrors, Wheel Chair $50, Brand New Commode $25, Shower Bench $25, 4 piece American Tourister Luggage Set $125, Rockola Juke Box including original records $4000, Queen Bed Fancy Brown Tone Iron Head Board Complete $800, Country Records 33 1/3 records: Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, George Jones, Ect.. FREE Large Walnut China Cabinet

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

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE DAILY

CALL TODAY or just bring your scrap and cash in now! ARTHUR TROVEI AND SONS, INC. Rt. 97, Sparrowbush/Port Jervis, NY 12780 845-856-1142 www.trovei.com

EVERYTHING IN GREAT CONDITION • JEFFERSONVILLE, NY • 845-701-0317 Antiques & Collectibles

Autos’Trucks/Vans

TOP CASH PAID INSTANTLY FOR COLLECTIBLES! -WE BUY Baseball Cards, Autographs, Records,Silver Coins, Golf Items, Art, Jewelry, Comics Etc., Call Joe Today @ 914-310-5153

Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 914-468-4999 Today! Donate your car to Wheels For Wishes, benefiting Make-A-Wish. We offer free towing and your donation is 100% tax deductible. Call 315-400-0797 Today!

Cyclone Fence For Sale

Misc. For Sale

193 ft long 6 ft tall good for animal enclosure you take down $950 or OBO 845-856-6277

SAWMILLS from only $4397.00MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship! FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext.300N KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killers/ KIT Complete Treatment System. Available: Hardware Stores, The Home Depot, homedepot.com

ACA – Small Yorkshire Terrier Puppies. Wormed, shots, weaned, vet checked. 570-253-0469

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

Lawn Mowing Service

Looking for a few good customers. If you need your lawn maintained and would like a reliable and quality service, Call or Text Larry for a free estimate. Insured and Paypal accepted

845-570-8949

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Health

IF YOU USED THE BLOOD THINNER XARELTO and suffered internal bleeding, hemorrhaging, required hospitalization or a loved one died while taking Xarelto between 2011 and the present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727

HELENA MOORE, PHD Richly Experienced Psychotherapist Confidential More Listening than advice Wildwood Way Forestburgh, NY 845-796-1810 Adjustable Fee

CASH FOR DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Up to $35/Box! Sealed & Unexpired. Payment Made SAME DAY. Highest Prices Paid!! Call JENNI Today! 800-413-3479 www.CashForYourTestStrips.com

Lots & Acreage

Vacation Rentals

Mountain Top Liquidation 30 mile views! 9.1 Acres only $49,900 2,100 sq ft Cabin Package $149,900 Guaranteed buildable! Excellent Financing! Call Now 888-320-8869

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

UPSTATE NY LAND SALE! CENTRAL NY 10 AC -$29,900 CATSKILLS MOUNTAINTOP 39 AC -$99,900 ADIRONDACK LAKEFRONT CABIN 30 AC -$199,900 No closing costs until 8/21! Terms avail! Call 888-905-8847

Delaware: New homes- Sussex and Kent counties from $169,000. 9 communities close to Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Bay (Bower’s Beach), or Nanticoke River (Seaford). 302-6537700 www.LenapeBuilders.net

INDOOR / OUTDOOR GARAGE SALE SEPT 3RD & 4TH Multiple Vendors, Furniture, Tools, Antiques Something for Everyone 3465 Route 97 Barryville, NY 12719 Opposite Yulan Fire House

GARAGE SALE ATTIC TREASURES SAT 8/27 & SUN 8/28

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End of Summer “Tag Sale” Cochecton Center Community Center, Inc.

Saturday, 9/3, 9 AM - 4 PM Rt. 52, 5 miles east of Narrowsburg, NY (Located near Heinle’s General Store)

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

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Legal Notice 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.

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 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

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). 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.

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 (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

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF FORMATION OF A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 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 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 Via 11 Realty LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 8/15/16. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to The LLC, 5 Coventry Ct., Croton-onHudson, NY 10520. General purpose. LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Sealed bids for the following will be received by the Director of the Department of Purchasing and Central Services at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York 12701, (845) 807-0515, until 1:00 P.M. on Friday, September 9, 2016 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. 1Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (B-16-47) 2.Eggs and Cheese (B-16-48) 3.Paint and Paint Related Supplies (B-16-49) 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 26, 2016 LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Proposals for the following will be received by the Director of the Department of Purchasing and Central Services at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York 12701, (845) 807-0515, until 1:00 P.M. on Friday, September 9, 2016: 1. Credit Card Processing Services (Merchant Services) (R-16-20) Specifications may be obtained from the Director at the above address. Dated: August 26, 2016

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None of this is rocket science. After all, we are just trying to outwit a cold-blooded creature with a brain the size of a pea. But each and every species has its own feeding characteristics. Different lures and techniques are necessary to trigger that strike unless you are fishing for pan fish with a worm and cork bobber. Truly, there are thousands of different lures available today and countless techniques, and all work at times. Discovering which one works the very best is the key. It is the art to unlocking the code. Take lake fishing for bass as an example. Believe it or not, things to consider might include water temperature: is the lake bath-water warm, are there springs in the lake, is it calm or windy, what is the barometer doing and is it changing, what depth are you fishing over (the thinner the water column, the greater stealth required), what phase is the moon (check SolunarTables), is there cloud cover, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the vegetation, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the fishing pressure and/or other use nearby, and, of course, what time would it be best to fish? There are other factors too, lots of them. The fastest way to speed this â&#x20AC;&#x153;educationalâ&#x20AC;? process along is to fish with or interact with experienced fishers who are successful. So I recommend that you find a mentor or guide who will accelerate your learning curve for any fishing disciple. There are also organizations that can lead you to someone to help; think Trout Unlimited, B.A.S.S., Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum, or local clubs such as 1stBassmasters of Sullivan County NY, or Highland Hookers. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your local tackle shop. On the other hand, you can simply call up Olâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC; Uncle Josh and invite him to go fishing. I am sure he will be glad to hear from you after all these years.

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Planning for PA wildlife protection

RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

ere you aware that Pennsylvania has a Wildlife Action Plan that guides how the state strives to conserve its most threatened wildlife species? First published in 2005, the 20152025 plan has again been updated and will be presented by the PA Fish and Boat and PA Game Commissions at the next Environmental Issues Forum of the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee scheduled for October 24. Representatives from each commission will provide an overview of the latest plan, which identifies 664 Species of Greatest Conservation Need, including 90 birds, 19 mammals, 18 amphibians, 22 reptiles, 65 fish and 450 aquatic and terrestrial invertebrates. The forum will be held in Room 8E-A East Wing of the Capitol Building in Harrisburg beginning at 12 noon and is open to the public. Described as a “non-regulatory, proactive conservation blueprint,” the plan identifies threats to the target species, along with 865 conservation actions. Of the many threats, 53% belong to the following four categories: Residential and Commercial Development; Energy Production and Mining; Pollution; and Invasive and Other Problematic Species, Genes and Diseases. Visit fishandboat.com/swap.htm to explore the plan in its entirety.

TRR photos by Sandy Long

The most commonly sighted heron in the Upper Delaware River region is the great blue heron, but a similar-looking bird one might encounter in regional wetlands is the great egret. The bird’s white plumage nearly drove it to extinction by the early 20th century as the long white body plumes were coveted as adornments for hats. Strong conservation laws have helped this species to begin repopulating its range. The great egret appears on the list of 90 birds identified as Species of Greatest Conservation Need in Pennsylvania’s Wildlife Action Plan. The striking bird stands roughly two feet tall with an average wingspan of 55 inches. It prefers swamps, mudflats and brushy shallows along lakes and ponds, and subsists on fish, amphibians, small mammals and insects.

Reenactment Weekend at Fort Delaware: Aug 27 – Compare and Contrast the Revolutionary War with the Civil War through Reenactment Groups Navasing Long Rifles (Rev. War), and 143 NY Volunteer Infantry (Civil War) Aug 28 – A Brief History of Slavery in the United States – A lecture by George Kane – 1:00pm Aug 28 – Women’s Clothing – Rev War vs. Civil War Ladies attire – similarities and changes

Visit www.co.sullivan.ny.us for upcoming events

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