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Signs of the season:

Spirits, orange needles and clocks falling back

PPER DELAWARE VALLEY — With the gales of November straining at the region from the north, there is change in the air. The memory of August tomatoes dims and thoughts of winter coats and snow shovels push their way into consciousness. The end of the harvest season is marked by Halloween, which many believe sprouted from a mix of Christianity and Celtic pagan rituals. The initial goal, at least in part, was to placate the spirits in hopes of insuring that the livestock and family survived the coming winter. Halloween scenes have sprouted throughout the region, and for more about one celebration, turn to Jonathan Fox’s column on page 24. Another sign of the season is the change of color in the American larch trees, also known as tamarack. The needles of this pine tree turn orange or yellow at this time of year before they fall from the branches. The tree is one of the few deciduous (meaning they lose their leaves in winter) conifers (meaning they bear

Another sign of the season is this stand of American larch on County Route 155 in the Town of Bethel, with needles turning orange before falling to the ground as winter approaches.

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will end for most Americans in the Northeast when clocks “fall back” to Eastern Standard Time on Sunday, November 3, at 2 a.m. That begins the stretch of time when many workers in the Upper Delaware Valley leave work well after sunset, braving the dark country roads, dodging dear and wild turkey on the way home. For some, the shortening days bring a sense of gloom, or a sense of resignation. But those souls may take heart that the winter solstice, which occurs on December 21, is only about 51 days away, and after that the days start getting longer again.

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These ghosts on Route 97, which appear to be communing with some sort of unseen spirits, are one sure sign of the seasons as October gives way to November.

cones) in North America, and is native to New York and Pennsylvania. A very hardy tree, its range includes Northern Canada and Alaska. The tree is also reportedly very adaptable, and as such is a favorite species for those who raise bonsai plants. According to the website bonsaibark.com, “They are easy to grow, flexible, take to pruning and root pruning, have small bright green needles and excellent fall color, the wood is easy to carve and the resulting deadwood is attractive; they develop real character with age.” A third sign of the season is the coming end of Daylight Saving Time for 2013. It

A country house, lovingly restored Giving a tea party

Meet the divas of quilting Celebrating the Great Pumpkin

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Eisenhower’s last surviving wartime staff member honored By DAVID HULSE

ONESDALE, PA — Noel Jacob Wiener of Newfoundland was honored for his wartime service in the United States Army at the Hawley Senior Center on October 23 and again by the Wayne County Commissioners the following day. Dr. Wiener, still quite alert and a good conversationalist at 98, is the last surviving officer who served on General Eisenhower’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Expeditionary Forces (SHAEF) staff in the European Theater. He was attached to the 3118 Signal Service Group, which was responsible for all communications between SHAEF and American and British armies in the field. Dr. Wiener TRR photo by David Hulse served as a first lieutenant at Dr. Noel Jacob Wiener is pictured during SHAEF headquar- his WWII service on General Eisenhower’s ters in London staff at the Supreme Headquarters of Allied and Versailles. He Expeditionary Forces (SHAEF). was on duty when the first report of the Allies’ successful landing at Normandy was sent to General Eisenhower. One of “his boys” in the code room gave him the tickertape reporting the landing to SHAEF; it remains a cherished family heirloom. Six days after D-Day, he waded ashore at Omaha Beach, in Normandy. Dr. Wiener was present at the schoolhouse in Reims, France on May 7, 1945, when the German High Command formally signed the instrument of unconditional surrender to the Allies. When he came out of that schoolhouse, Wiener recalled, Ike’s chief of staff, General Walter Bedell “Beetle” Smith, turned to him and said, “It’s over.” Dr. Wiener was honorably discharged from the service in 1946 with the permanent rank of captain. He attended the 60th (and final) reunion of the 3118 Signal Service Group in Washington, DC in 2006. Wiener was a dentist and orthodontist in later civilian life. The commissioners’ statement noted that Wiener still retains an interest in national and world affairs through various electronic media. They commended his lifetime service and accomplishments for both the community and the nation and added a “tribute to all military veterans who have served the United States of America.”

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IN BRIEF Honesdale comic receives short sentence

Convicted Shohola teacher sued

HONESDALE, PA — Matthew Holmes, 39 of Honesdale, who was also known as the comedian Superfox, was sentenced to the Wayne County Correctional Facility for a period of not less than 45 days nor more than 12 months for one count of recklessly endangering another person. Om May 25th, Holmes’ 9 mm handgun, which he was handling, went off, striking his daughter in the face. The incident happened in a friend’s house. Another guest at the residence called 911, and the girl was flown to the Geisinger Community Medical Hospital Trauma Unit in Scranton. It was reported at the time that the minor was in stable condition. At sentencing, which occurred on October 24, Holmes was also ordered to pay all court costs, undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation and undergo a psychiatric evaluation and comply with all recommendations for treatment.

Eldred builder arrested for harassment TOWN OF LaGRANGE , NY — According to a press release from New York State Police, “On October 23, 2013 at approximately 12:00 p.m., state police from the LaGrange satellite station arrested Charles Petersheim, 43, of Eldred, New York, for aggravated harassment 2nd, a misdemeanor. On October 1, the state police were dispatched to investigate an Aggravated Harassment complaint. The complainant reported that a former employee continues to call and text him, with no legitimate purpose other than to annoy him.” Petersheim, a prominent local builder, issued an account of the incident on his blog (blog.thecatskillfarms. com), and said a former employee, Jeff Meola of Callicoon, took “our leads, our job book, our leads, our computer,” and teamed up with Geothermal Energy Options regarding some spray foam work that would have otherwise gone to Petersheim’s company. He admitted to calling and texting Chris Ryan of with Geothermal Energy Options, but added, “Annoying people with non-threatening non-harassing phone calls or texts to get their attention in order to get something owed done is what makes the world go round. That’s how it works.” He wrote he can’t wait for a trial, “and have these men defend why they used the courts and the police to avoid a business issue.”

MILFORD, PA — The victim of a teacher convicted of molesting a third-grade student is seeking restitution from the teacher that was convicted of molesting many years ago. In 2006, Thomas Matthews, a former teacher at Shohola Elementary School, was convicted of various charges after students testified about how he put his hands under their clothing. One account of the crimes said that Matthews would fondle a child as she sat on his lap with all of the other students faced away from him while they watched a movie in the darkened classroom. Judge Joseph Kameen handed down of sentence of up to 24 years for the crimes committed against the students. The alleged crimes were committed in 1998 and 1999. After the sentencing, the victim sued the school district for ignoring allegations from previous years that Matthews had inappropriately touched other students. That lawsuit was settled in 2010 reportedly for more than $800,000, with the school district not admitting to any wrong-doing. In this new law suit the victim, who is now 23 years old, is seeking proceeds from Matthew’s pension.

Globe-trotting judge in Slovenia LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA —In conjunction with the U.S. State Department Rule of Law Program and the University of Ljubljana Law School in Slovenia, Sullivan County Judge Frank LaBuda was a guest lecturer on the topic of Traditional Criminal Courts and Alternative Drug Courts in the United States. The four day program centered on explaining the traditional approaches to dealing with crime and defendants in court as contrasted with the new approaches, such as Drug Court and VeTrak Court. The highlight of the program was a Moot Court for the students to resolve a criminal charge by way of plea bargain and referral to either Criminal Court or Drug Court for Resolution. Professor Janez Kranjc, a former dean of the law dchool and currently professor emeritus, said that “The students learned so much about the American approaches to social deviancy, and we hope that Judge LaBuda will continue his programs at our law school.” In an email sent on October 29, LaBuda said, “It is so rewarding to teach enthusiastic law students and share my experiences from the bench with them. We are currently working on similar lectures in Serbia and Macedonia for next year.” MEMBER NYPA • MEMBER NNA

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Bethel boar on the way out Governor signs bill banning boar By FRITZ MAYER

ETHEL, NY — According to elected officials and wildlife advocates, there are numerous operations across the country and New York State in which wild boars are kept in fenced enclosures and shot by people who pay for the experience. According to Bethel Supervisor Dan Sturm, there is a property owner on Perry Road in Bethel who has a pen of wild boars, although there is no shooting done at this location. The concern among officials is that these boars are notorious for escaping from their pens and establishing colonies in the wild. According to a press release from Gov. Andrew Cuomo, because of the efforts of an “unusually broad and diverse coalition of supporters concerned about the humane treatment of wild pigs and their impacts on native wildlife populations and agriculture,” Cuomo has signed legislation “prohibiting the importation, possession, sale or release of Eurasian boar, wild pigs and their hybrids. The law

phases out high-fenced shooting enclosures and breeders from stocking these animals by 2015, and immediately prohibits importation or release of the animals. Violators would be fined $500 to more than $1,000.” Sturm announced at the Bethel town meeting on October 23 that he was informed of the signing of the law by a representative of the United State Department of Agriculture (USDA), which has been looking into the problem of loose boar in Bethel. He said the USDA had established wildlife cameras on property near the pen on Perry Road to monitor the situation to help ensure that none of the boar escape. He added, “We’ve had discussions with the property owner, and they have to improve the pen so none of them get out again.” According to a statement from the USDA, “Escape of swine from shooting preserves, breeding facilities and intentional releases of swine by hunters interested in pursuing them in New York are factors that need to be considered if the

Sullivan IDA signs Concord deal By FRITZ MAYER

ONTICELLO, NY — Now that there are two lawsuits challenging the proposed casino resort at the site of the former Concord Hotel, the way seems clear for the project to go forward. The Sullivan County Industrial Development Agency (IDA) has announced that it has signed a long-term agreement with EPR Properties (EPR), the entity that controls the property of the former Concord resort. The agreement includes 72 separate parcels with a total of 17,36 acres. Under the terms of the agreement, an EPR subsidiary may begin work on sewer and water mains, roads and other infrastructure. According to a press release, “The IDA has agreed that current programs designed to provide financial incentives for new development activities that create local jobs will remain available to EPR and its designees at the Concord Resort site for 10 years. EPR and its development partners, in reliance upon these programs, plan to attract up to 1 billion dollars of investment at this location over the next decade. The agreement requires minimum job creation targets be met for

the programs to remain in place. Over the next 10 years no less than 1,000 new full-time equivalent jobs are expected at the site.” IDA Chairman Ira Steingart, who was on the Town of Fallsburg Planning Board for 20 years prior to being elected to the county legislature, was effusive in his praise for the planning documents submitted for the project. He said, “the maps, plans, reports and other submissions made on behalf of the project… are as professional as I have ever seen. This project has set a new planning standard for our area.” County legislature chairman Scott Samuelson said “The entire Sullivan County community should be proud of the joint effort of the IDA and EPR in concluding a development agreement for this most important project.” Under the agreement, EPR will select developers for portions of the project, and the operator of the Monticello Raceway and Casino have applied to IDA for development of a hotel, casino and golf resort on 400 acres to be leased from EPR Properties. Also, EPR has applied to IDA for tax breaks for a water park planned for 135 acres of the site.

eradication efforts in the state are to be successful.” Another organization that supported the legislation was the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). Brian Shapiro, New York state director for HSUS, said, “Animals escaping from fenced shooting facilities led directly to the establishment of these wild populations in New York. Addressing this issue at its source is the most logical, humane and cost effective solution.” Other organizations that supported the legislation include Catskill Mountainkeeper, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York.

Climate Smart Community Pledge Sturm also introduced the Town of Bethel Climate Smart Community Pledge. If the board approves, Bethel will join the towns of Tusten, Cochecton, Lumberland and Sullivan County in adopting a Cli-

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By 2015, it will no longer be legal in New York State to import or breed feral swine or Eurasian Boar. mate Smart Pledge. Sturm said adopting the pledge will come with advantages for the town. He said, “Climate Smart Communities receive notification of state and federal assistance, which can be leveraged to help adopt low-carbon technologies, and programs and support for efficiency improvements and energy conservation.” Since 2008 the town has had a program in place to help reduce the cost of energy to the town by making town buildings more energy efficient. The board will discuss the pledge at the next meeting on November 13.

Wayne library seeks Pike help By DAVID HULSE

ILFORD, PA — As they did earlier this year, Wayne County library officials came before the Pike County Commissioners saying they deserve Pike funding because a large portion of their patrons are Pike residents. Genevieve Reese, the president of the Wayne County Library Alliance, said some 60% of the Newfoundland library’s patrons and 40% of Hawley library patrons are Pike County residents. She said they use these libraries rather than driving 40 miles to Milford. A state program, PA Access, which formerly provided funded inter-county patronage statewide, was discontinued in 2009. Since then the Newfoundland Library has received one check, for $1,000, from Pike County. Bill Brennan, president of the Newfoundland Library board of trustees, said Pike funded Newfoundland before PA Access, but didn’t renew support when state money ended. Brennan said, “Why don’t we get any money from Pike County? It seems all of it goes to Milford (the Pike County Public Library),” he said. Mary Ann Teeter said more than half of the Hawley library’s 8,000 patrons come from the Pike townships of Lackawaxen, Palmyra and Blooming Grove, but they

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Genevieve Reese, the president of the Wayne County Library Alliance; and Bill Brennan, president of the Newfoundland Library board of trustees, were seeking Pike County financial help on October 23. provide no money and no support. Lackawaxen resident Ed Eggenberger said he wanted nothing from the rest of the county. “I’d like our (Lackawaxen) taxes used for fair representation.”

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Summer residents’ voter registrations challenged By FRITZ MAYER

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — When Gary Mass, supervisor of the Town of Cochecton, heard that there were about six residents of a seasonal community who registered to vote in Sullivan County, he said he was not really concerned. But when that number rose to 24, a figure that represents about 5% of the voting population, he decided he should take action. Maas, in a phone interview, said that he challenged 24 voter registrations that listed the Lake Huntington Summer Community, which on its website sells itself as “a cooperative three-season community of 50 plus families.” Maas said he also challenged the registrations of about five others who stay in seasonal homes. Maas filed a challenge on each individual voter with the Sullivan County Board of Elections (BOE), which will in turn send a questionnaire to the challenged voters and examine any evidence Maas presents before making a determination on the validity of the registrations. If the BOE follows the ruling it issued

in 2009, there is a chance the two election commissioners will determine that the registrations are not valid. In 2009, the BOE commissioners determined that about 150 summer residents, who registered in the Town of Bethel, were not eligible, at least in part because the local addresses they listed as homes were bungalows, or buildings that were not heated and had no wintertime plumbing, and therefore could not be lived in during the winter months. But the difference with the Lake Huntington voters is that the latter own the co-ops in the community and therefore return to the same one each year, and use the co-ops in the same way that the owner of a winterized second home would use that home. Another difference between the two cases is that the bungalows in Bethel must receive a temporary residency permit from the New York State Department of Health. The owners of the Huntington Lake co-ops, being members of a homeowners association, do not need to obtain such permits. In 2008, an appellate court ruled that

several second-home owners were entitled to register to vote at their homes in Bovina, even though they spent more time at their homes in New York City. Their lawyer, Bruce Kraus, said at the time, “These voters care deeply about Bovina, and knew in their hearts they had the right to vote there, even when election officials disagreed. Despite official threats of criminal prosecution for trying to exercise their right to vote, they persevered.” It’s not clear if the Lake Huntington voters will be judged to fall into that category, but Bruce Ferguson, the driving force behind the vote-where-it-counts effort in western Sullivan County, which this year has attracted a significant number of second-home owners, said he believes the registrants would qualify to be local voters. That decision, at least initially, is up to the BOE commissioners. There are two such commissioners representing both major political parties. Commissioner Ann Prusinski was elected by the county Democratic Party, and commissioner Rodney Gaebel was elected by the county

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The voting registrations in Sullivan County of many owners of the seasonal co-ops in Lake Huntington have been challenged. Republican Party. When a voter’s registration is challenged, if one commissioner supports the challenge and the other commissioner does not, the challenge does not stand, and the challenger has the option to appeal the decision in court. If both commissioners support the challenge, it is upheld, and the registered voter has the option of appeal. Members of Lake Huntington Summer Community could not be reached for comment.

Environmental split over Proposition Five The Adirondack Land Swap By FRITZ MAYER

EWIS, NY — NYCO Minerals has been mining wollastonite in the Town of Lewis in the Adirondacks for the last 60 years. The company now wants to mine a 200-acre area located about 50 feet away from the current mine. However, that parcel is owned by the state as part of the Adirondack State Forest Preserve and subject to a “forever wild” provision of state land. NYCO has proposed giving some 1,500 acres of land to the state in return for the 200 acres owned by the state. Additionally, over time the state land would eventually be returned to the state. In order to allow this to happen, voters in the state must pass Proposition Five, which will be on the ballot in November, and would amend the state’s constitution to allow the transfer to take place. Supporters of the proposition say it’s a good deal for the state, and support has come from a number of organizations, including unions and environmental groups. The Adirondack Council, for instance, in June released a statement in support of the proposition. William Janeway, the executive director of the organization, said, in exchange for the 200 acres the people of the state would receive

“1,500 acres of land containing better wildlife habitat and greater recreational opportunities.” An analysis of the proposition by the council said, “The 1,507 acres to be added to the Forest Preserve contain important wildlife habitat, more than three miles of stream, sensitive fisheries, and recreational resources. Much of this area is also identified in New York State’s Open Space Conservation Plan as lands that should be protected as part of the Lake Champlain Watershed priority project.” Local politicians are pleased that the 100 jobs provided by the company in remote Essex County would remain. But not everyone thinks the proposition is a good deal for state residents. The Atlantic Chapter of the Sierra Club is urging voters to say no to Proposition Five. Roger Downs, the conservation director of the chapter, said, “The term ‘forever wild’ loses meaning when we allow parcels of our remaining wilderness lands to be developed for private commercial gain. The Forest Preserve and the 119-year old protection afforded to it by Article 14 of the State Constitution should not be for sale at any price. The proposed land exchange does not represent any real improvement to the wilderness legacy of the Adirondacks.”

Charles Morrison, a spokesman for the chapter’s Adirondack Committee said: “The state legislators who voted for this proposal in the closing days of the legislative session have not been given the full facts. For example, proponents of this deal have kept quiet that NYCO has been planning for the closure of the 1970s Lewis Mine all along, and the company opened a second mine at Oak Hill in the late 1990s, two miles away from the Lewis mine, to replace it. In 2006, NYCO submitted a 25-year plan to state agencies to phase out its Lewis mine and transition to full operations at Oak Hill by 2016 where the ore is as good, or better, than at Lewis. There is no economic emergency here that requires the voters to amend the constitution.” The supporters of the proposition countered that with a press release of their own, which said that information is false. The release said, “NYCO owns another site at Oak Hill that contains wollastonite, but the mineral is buried much more deeply in the ground, making it far more costly to remove. Operating there today would pose serious competitive challenges to NYCO as the company fights to compete in the global wollastonite market. Continuing to operate in Lewis, on a site that is just 50 feet from existing mine,

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Wollastonite is a mineral used in the production of ceramics, brakes, clutches, paint and plastics among other things, and is the reason that Proposition Five exists on the ballot in New York State for the November election. would allow NYCO to stay competitive because the wollastonite is closer to the surface and because the company already has its infrastructure and equipment in place at that location.” The advocacy group called Protect the Adirondacks opposes Proposition Five because it sets a bad precedent. A post on its website says, “The proposed NYCO proposal breaks with historic precedent because it would be the first Forest Preserve Constitutional Amendment solely to be undertaken for private commercial gain rather than for a public municipal purpose.”

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Cherry Ridge man pleads guilty to manslaughter By FRITZ MAYER

ONESDALE, PA — Robert Jufer, 72, pleaded guilty to one felony count of voluntary manslaughter, and one count of tampering with evidence. On October 17, 2010, in Cherry Ridge Township, Robert’s wife June was killed. Robert faces a maximum penalty of 22 years in prison and a $30,000 fine. He is scheduled to be sentenced on January 2, 2014. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, on the day of the shooting Pennsylvania State Police received a call from Jufer at 9:40 a.m. He said he had just returned home from the store and was attacked in his house, rendered unconscious and that when he regained consciousness he went to his neighbor’s home. Troopers discovered the body of June Jufer, deceased, in her bed. An autopsy determined that the cause of death was a shotgun wound to the head, and the killing was ruled a homicide. A shotgun was found on the floor near the victim. Subsequent interviews were conducted with Robert, in which, officials say, he gave conflicting reports of the attack. Additionally, his lack of injury coupled with physical evidence at the scene did not match the events as he reported them. According to a press release from District Attorney Janine Edwards, “Robert went so far as to say he used the murder weapon earlier that morning to ‘look for a muskrat’ near the residence and returned to the home where he placed it on the kitchen table before going to Wal-Mart. He admitted that he did not look for his wife or arm himself with a weapon before fleeing the residence after the alleged attack.” A search of the Jufer residence revealed 108 rifles, shotguns and handguns in the home. The shotgun found in June’s bedroom, which was the weapon that killed her, was owned by Robert. Robert was charged with one count of homicide by Pennsylvania State Police Troopers John Decker and Patrick Zirpoli. Jufer was located at his other home in Hastings-on-Hudson, Westchester County, in February, and he was taken into custody without incident. District Attorney Edwards stated that the Pennsylvania state troopers involved in this lengthy investigation did an excellent job at reviewing all the evidence and testing results, conducting numerous interviews and ultimately effectuating Robert’s arrest.

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Four other New York propositions By FRITZ MAYER

EW YORK STATE — Should voters in New York choose to turn over their ballots on election day they will find not only ballot propositions on gambling and the exchange of land in the Adirondacks, but also four other propositions on which they will be able to vote. Ballot Proposition Two is a proposed amendment to the state constitution to allow disabled veterans who have been appointed to or promoted to a civil service position to be able to collect additional civil service credits. The constitution currently grants veterans five points for an appointment and 2.5 points for a promotion; disabled veterans are entitled to an additional 10 points for an appointment and five points for a promotion. According to Project Vote Smart, (votesmart.org) “Veterans are eligible for only one grant of additional credit, and so a veteran who is appointed or promoted before being certified as disabled currently is not eligible for the higher amount of credit he or she would have received if he or she had been certified as disabled before his or her appointment or promotion. “This amendment would create an exception to the one-time-only additional credit rule. It would permit veterans who are certified disabled after having already received credit at one appointment or promotion, because of their status as veterans, to receive additional credit one more time after certification of their disability. After being certified disabled, a veteran would be entitled to an additional grant of credit equal to the difference between 10 and the number of points received at the initial appointment or promotion. This would bring the total additional points of civil service credit such a veteran can receive to 10 for either an appointment or a promotion.”

Proposition Three Proposition Three would change the constitution to allow towns, cities and villages to construct or reconstruct sewer facilities and not include the debt incurred as part of the municipality’s constitutional debt limit. According to Project Vote Smart, “The state constitution currently provides that indebtedness contracted on or after January 1, 1962 and before January 1, 2014, for the construction or reconstruction of facilities for the conveyance, treatment, and disposal

of sewage shall be excluded from the constitutional debt limits of counties, cities, towns and villages. The effect of the proposed amendment would be to extend for 10 years, until January 1, 2024, the period during which sewer debt will be excluded from the constitutional debt limits of counties, cities, towns and villages.”

Proposition Four Proposition Four would amend the state constitution to allow the resolution of a land dispute between private parties and the state regarding land in the forest preserve in the Town of Long Lake in Hamilton County. Project Vote Smart says, “The state constitution generally forbids the lease, sale, exchange, or taking of any forest preserve land. The proposed amendment would allow the legislature to settle 100-yearold disputes between the state and private parties over ownership of certain parcels of land in the forest preserve by giving up the state’s claim to disputed parcels. In exchange, the state would get land to be incorporated into the forest preserve. The land exchange would occur only if the legislature determines that the land to be conveyed to the state would benefit the forest preserve more than the disputed parcels do.”

Proposition Six Proposition Six would amend the state constitution to increase the mandatory retirement age of supreme court and appellate court judges to 80 years in some circumstances. Project Vote Smart says, “Justices of the Supreme Court are currently required to retire in the year they turn 70 years old, but are eligible to continue to perform the duties of a justice of the Supreme Court for three additional two-year terms upon a certificate that their services are needed by the courts and that they are competent to perform the full duties of the office. The proposed amendment would make them eligible for two additional such two-year terms, upon the same certification of need and competence. Also, judges of the Court of Appeals are currently required to retire in the year they turn 70 years old. The proposed amendment would permit a judge who reaches the age of 70 while in office to remain in service on the court for up to 10 additional years in order to complete the term to which that judge was appointed.”

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EDITORIAL

funny thing happened on the way to placing Proposition 1 on the ballot in New York State in the upcoming general election. Proposition 1 is the proposal to amend the state’s constitution to allow casino-style gaming. When New Yorkers step into the voting booth on November 5, they will find these words first among five separate propositions listed on the ballot: “The proposed amendment to section 9 of article 1 of the Constitution would allow the Legislature to authorize up to seven casinos in New York State for the legislated purposes of promoting job growth, increasing aid to schools, and permitting local governments to lower property taxes through revenues generated. Shall the amendment be approved?” In case you didn’t know, the original ballot initiative used the following more neutral language: “The purpose of the proposed amendment to section 9 of article 1 of the Constitution is to allow the Legislature to authorize and regulate up to seven casinos. If approved the amendment would permit commercial casino gambling in New York State.” The New York Daily News called the language of the proposition a “pro-casino campaign advertisement.”

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The art of the deal The Coalition against Gaming in New York said, “These [words] are not literally lies, but when read quickly are extremely deceptive and one-sided.” NYPIRG, the New York Public Interest Research Group, accused the state of “putting its thumb on the scale” in support of the casino proposition. Further, the premier placement of the proposition on the ballot has been called into question. Other propositions had already been accepted for the ballot when this one—a late arrival—was moved to first position. While the revised language was officially approved by the New York State Board of Elections, it probably shouldn’t surprise anyone that a lot of politics and maneuvering went into making the deal, which involved negotiations among the governor’s office, key legislative leaders, Indian gaming interests and others. (Not to mention the casino interests that routinely pour money into lobbying efforts around the country, and reportedly contributed more than $3 million in campaign funds to Cuomo and key New York legislators since 2011.) For some enlightening reading by investigative reporter Paul Davies, whose credentials include writing for The Wall Street Journal, The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Philadelphia Daily News, as well as newspa-

pers in Connecticut, Florida and Maryland, see his 32page online book titled “Stacked Deck: Inside the Politics of New York’s Dishonest Casino Plan.” (www.americanvalues.org/pdfs/Stacked-Deck.pdf) We at The River Reporter count ourselves among those who believe the revised language unfairly stacks the deck in favor of a pro-casino gambling outcome. As evidence, you only have to view the results of a survey of registered voters, taken at the end of September by pollsters at Siena College. When they presented neutral language about casino gambling, asking respondents if they “support or oppose passing an amendment to the state constitution to allow non-Indian, Las Vegas style casinos to be build in New York,” respondents were evenly divided (46% to 46%), but when asked about the actually final ballot language, emphasizing jobs creation and revenue enhancement, a majority (55%) said they would support the proposition, while a minority (42%) opposed it. When you go to the polls to vote on Proposition 1, remember that the spin-laden language you see is designed to give New York’s political leaders the outcome they wanted.

ing, disgusting Hitler comparisons. Hitler? As in genocide, the literal extermination of a designated group? Joking, right? But it isn’t funny, and it’s broader than the LaRouchets. Sadly, residential signage advocating impeaching the Commander-in-Chief dots our landscape, evidently oblivious of or unconcerned that impeachment is a profoundly serious affair, one that must meet constitutional requisites for “high crimes and misdemeanors.” Strong disagreement with policies of a sitting U.S. President of either party, one typically elected by a majority of voters, does not remotely meet the standards for “high crimes,” or partisans would casually call for impeaching every sitting president. Regardless of political differences, all of us should be sobered by and critical of factually-challenged claims and grotesquely overheated rhetoric. Capitalizing on and exploiting disagreement and anger, some media recklessly indulge in inciting audiences with regular, often gleeful abandon, including charges of mass murder. (Now that would be grounds for impeachment.) But this is about the integrity of the Union, and the bloviators won’t lower the volume until we do by calling it out and condemning it, by exercising critical thinking, thoughtful skepticism and measured restraint. Otherwise, we become diminished, and therein is the threat to our country. M. A. Wolfe Beach Lake, PA

Writer asks: return to ‘government by the people for the people’

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Laugh? Cry? Both. Couldn’t resist commenting on last week’s reporting of LaRouche volunteers showing up in Liberty with posters reading “Impeach Obama: no war in Syria; reinstate Glass-Steagall.” And, for good measure, of course equating him with Hitler. Umm... (a) We aren’t at war with Syria, Obama has steadfastly resisted embarking on another misadventure; (b) Senator Warren (D-MA) sponsored a bill co-signed by John McCain to reinstate certain GlassSteagall protections, which the president indicated he’d sign. Sooo....”impeach” him for doing precisely what they want, that makes sense. And just what is it with the ongo-

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

A Cute Angle

“One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors.” —Plato

The government shutdown upset me greatly. In fact, I started looking at Zombie Apocalypse websites (just kidding) and the media is disgraceful in hyping it all and bringing division amongst our citizens. However it all comes down to this: Do we really have a President who is bipartisan? The answer is obviously no. The Republicans are not liberal Democrats, therefore they do not see the world as the Democrats do. The job of the President is to work with all the Senators and House members to get things done. However what concerns me more is all the U.S. citizens who are so willing to vote in politicians who want bigger and more powerful government. Our U.S. government has run up trillions of debt, and it continues to throw money around the world supposedly helping everyone from Israel to Palestine with seemingly no plan, or rhyme or reason. I truly and respectfully ask: why would anyone want a bigger more powerful government? I tell you, it is time to take the USA back to a government by the people for the people, a patriotic government that is not Republican or Democrat but that represents a balance of all of its citizens. Amen. John “JP” Pasquale Livingston Manor, NY

An open letter to Bethel Supervisor Dan Sturm Dear Supervisor Sturm: I just read the beautiful write-up in The River Reporter in print and online about the new park and conservation easement in Smallwood. The reporter did what you failed to do and duly recognized the citizen’s group, Preserve Smallwood Country Life (PSCL) and its leader, Jonathan Hyman, for their undeniably enormous role in the project. Let there be no mistake, there would not be a Forest Reserve in Smallwood today without Jonathan’s leadership and the hard work he and his group engaged in selflessly over many, many years. Everyone familiar Continued on page 8

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MY VIEW

By Edward Kraus

Our town, your town, whose town?

nce again this election season, I received campaign literature with a bold headline: “This is OUR Town!” This time the candidates are Lang and Pierce for town council. I have tried to figure out just who belongs to “Our Town.” I wondered if I owned our town, seeing as how I was born and raised here. Then I thought maybe seniority had something to do with it. I would hope that these are not requirements in either case. I would prefer that the headline said: “YOUR Town!” Then I would know that I and everyone else in the town were included. To divide the town into separate groups is bad policy. Folks who moved here yesterday have as big a stake as the person who has spent their whole life here. No more, no less. We need policy that is all inclusive, not the tactics that I have seen displayed in the recent past, i.e. bullying tactics at town board meetings and board member lawsuits against the town. It’s OK and healthy to disagree, but in a civil manner. That’s why there are public hearings and public comment, so we can listen and hear the other side. We can see that maybe our thoughts are not always the best and that compromise may be good. I have seen many cases of this kind of “Our-Town” thinking in the past. They thought it was their town when they hauled in and buried toxic wastes to benefit a few. (It is still costing millions to clean up.) They thought it was their town when they changed the rules so that roads in developments could become town roads, then paved them and passed the bill on to taxpayers. I am fearful of the campaign slogan, “This Is OUR” Town” for many reasons. We do not need that. I believe that Narrowsburg’s River Walk Project is a worthwhile endeavor and would benefit the whole town, providing it was done right and maintained in a professional fashion. The River Walk would increase tourism and would be enjoyed by local residents as well. It would provide much needed restroom facilities for the many folks who visit and recreate here. To be able to walk or use handicap facilities along the river and listen to concerts and other activities in the summer would be a wonderful thing. No one has a riverfront as beautiful as ours. The River Walk project would perpetuate itself, providing we could all get along. There has been more money spent on cleaning up our toxic waste dump, drilling the new town well a mile out of town because of the dump, spending taxpayers’ money to pave roads that should have been paved before they were taken over by the town, than would ever be spent on River Walk. The air of division that is felt here needs to end. Narrowsburg is too small to be fighting and bickering all the time. We need to get past it and move on for the good of all of us, if we are going to survive as a thriving community. There is so much good going on, which I hope can be encouraged to continue. I for one do not want to go back to OUR TOWN as it was. I am endorsing Carol Ropke Wingert for supervisor; Jane Luchsinger and Andrea Reynosa for town council; Glenn Swendsen for superintendent of highways and Nicole Peters for town clerk. [Edward M. Kraus lives and owns a business in Narrowsburg, NY.]

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VISIONING THE UPPER DELAWARE By Gregory Sandor

Celebrating our past and envisioning a sustainable local food system for the future

s a California native, I am struck daily by the abundance of water surrounding us from our brooks, creeks and rivers to our estuaries, lakes and reservoirs. I am fascinated by the flow of water through our woodlands, across our farmlands and ultimately supplying thousands upon thousands of people with drinking water in our nearby metropolitan areas. I know the majority of the waters in Sullivan County flow westerly to drain into the Delaware River Basin where they join with the waters that flow easterly into it from Pennsylvania. At the beginning of the 19th century, early settlers, mostly of Dutch and German descent, cleared land for timber and started quarries to mine the abundant bluestone rock formations found in the upland regions of the river valley near Hancock. These materials, along with the abundant coal that was mined in Pennsylvania cities around Scranton and Carbondale, was transported on barges through the Delaware Hudson Canal to New York City. The Delaware and Hudson Canal was built in 1828, connecting Honesdale, PA to Kingston, NY; it ceased to function as a means to transport of these materials in 1898. Instead, railroad lines developed, some along the same lines as the Delaware and Hudson Canal, and continued to transport goods including agricultural products to the growing metropolis—New York City. As manufacturing flourished in Pennsylvania around the mining towns, farming also grew in the outskirts to feed the growing communities. In Sullivan County, the tourist and resort community fueled farming as well, with the growth of farm boarding houses and bungalows where visitors could escape the heat and pollution of the city. Dairy and other livestock, including hogs and chickens, were raised on the upland type soils well suited to this type of production. The flats and floodplains along the rivers and estuaries provided rich soil for limited vegetable crop production. Apples and berries were also suitable to many valley locations. Farming and agriculture has impacted our region in so many ways and Cornell Cooperative Extension is proud to have played such an important role in insuring the success of this vital industry. Cooperative Extension was founded in 1914 with the mission of “bringing the world class research of Cornell University to the residents of Sullivan County.” As we celebrate our past 100 years, we also pause to look back over time and realize the amazing progress that has been made. Extension has provided many services to our residents over the past decades and helped define modern day agriculture. In addition, we have seen many transformations, especially as we moved into 21st century farming, with more conventional agriculture taking root and moving to a more global food system. Today, as we look ahead to the next 100 years, we see many exciting opportunities and challenges on the horizon. As we look at the many diverse areas throughout the region, we see the future of the Upper Delaware River as playing an important role in the serious need for helping to build a more local or “regional” food system. The concept of aggregating agricultural products from nearby and more distant farms for a central regional distribution system is known as a “food hub,” and the Delaware River Valley is ideally situated to serve New York, Phila-

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delphia and New Jersey in this capacity. Food intakes can be sourced as far away as central Pennsylvania and western New York such as the Finger Lakes. These products can include cheese, cheese curds, yogurt, ice cream, butter, eggs, fresh and frozen meat as well as value-added, processed foods from small-scale producers. Food security and economic growth will be insured by such a system. These products will be transported by truck and by rail (there is still freight running along the river) to our cities to feed our urban citizens better with our own regionally grown food. As in the past, the food demands of the metropolitan areas are critical to our plan of success. Cornell Cooperative Extension’s efforts will be crucial in helping to build this food hub by bridging urban and rural connections and by assisting with the marketing and sales components of this newly revitalized food system. Recently we received a U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development grant for $33,000 to help build a community/commercial kitchen in the basement of our headquarters in Liberty. The EaT (Entrepreneurial & Teaching) Kitchen will provide a commercial kitchen for new businesses, and training and assistance for those who want to add value to their farm products. This is a small project, but will connect to all the other great work being done throughout the region that will help build this sustainable food system we envision. In closing, we know we can build a successful and thriving local farming industry, through education and combining resources with partners throughout the region. We must ensure that the products that are grown here result in profits for the farmers and other producers who can return those profits to our local economies. I am pleased to see our farms flourishing again to serve the needs of our New York and Pennsylvania communities by providing them with real, farm-fresh food. Cornell Cooperative Extension stands poised and ready to continue to provide leadership and vision for helping to build a sustainable local food system. [Greg Sandor is executive director of Cornell University Cooperative Extension Sullivan County.]

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By David Colavito

Growing unease: New York casinos

eassuring patterns have begun to emerge during our outreach with voters. They appreciate receiving information that Gov. Cuomo and casino interests aren’t providing to them. They understand the casino question to appear before them on the November 5 ballot isn’t about gambling versus no gambling in New York State. And they understand the importance of remaining grounded to common sense. All of this provides a solid basis for voting “no” on Proposal 1, “no” to commercial casinos. Voters know trying to balance their check book doesn’t work well if they look at only deposits. They’re beginning to see through casino hype that avoids a serious consideration of taxpayer costs. They’re troubled by casino profits depending so heavily on people with gambling disorders—and on the taxpaying public to pay much of the costs related to those disorders. Their concern with the hidden aspect of this public subsidy, as much as the subsidy itself, is compounded by the realization that any casino in upstate New York would surely require further public assistance, through reduced property and other taxes, to compete with casinos in and around New York City (NYC). This mixed message, between casino promoters and reality, is unmistakable. If casinos will be so beneficial, why then can’t they pay their own way? Yet beyond the hidden nature of these handouts, voters appear increasingly concerned with the innocent lives damaged by each problem gambler. They seem troubled

and confused about why Mr. Cuomo would promote a plan that relies on New Yorkers being expendable. That confusion deepens with the realization that casinos would draw more heavily from local communities than promoters would have them believe. How else could this be, particularly for upstate casinos that would face fierce competition from ones in NYC? The story behind asking voters to allow commercial casinos is then really one of omission in order to secure voters’ permission: to take advantage of them as taxpayers footing the bills; to sign off on innocent lives damaged by each problem gambler; and to endorse more state-sponsored problem gambling. And it’s of course a story about jobs, and how people looking for work upstate have become pawns for those pursuing casinos. So it’s a story about Governor Cuomo blurring the line between intelligent politics and deception, in order to get his way. Allowing commercial casinos would be bad public policy because they aren’t likely to pay for themselves, and they require exploiting vulnerable New Yorkers. The existence of other forms of statesponsored gambling doesn’t change this. If Governor Cuomo yearns for a more consistent and defensible state gambling policy, he should lead in a direction of limiting, not expanding, our state’s sponsorship of gambling. Vote “no” on Proposal 1. [David Colavito is a member of the Coalition against Gambling in NY. He is a resident of Rock Hill.]

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with the project knows this and considers your failure to publicly recognize both PSCL and Jonathan particularly curious and, frankly, counterproductive to your own political interests. Why you would not embrace the work you did with a successful and well organized citizens’ organization is lost on many people. Your blatant attempt to rewrite the history of the long public struggle over the golf course property is petty, small-minded and insensitive to the 250 members of PSCL and those who supported their efforts. The fact that you never responded to my letter prior to the ribbon cutting ceremony urging you to reconsider your edict that neither PSCL nor Jonathan Hyman was to participate in the ceremony, or be mentioned in any meaningful way, was discourteous to me as a taxpayer and voter in the town of Bethel. I will remember your lack of courtesy at the polls on November 5. Cynthia M. L. Taylor Smallwood, NY

Support for Town of Thompson incumbent Richard Sush comes through for the Town of Thompson on a regular basis. As a Thompson Town Board member he has exhibited intelligence and creativity in decision making and preserved the texture of our community. When a high-density development was being sought, Richard produced the bill that reduced the density ceiling for new developments and preserved our way of life. To ensure that his honesty and tenacity will continue to benefit our community, vote for Richard Sush for Town of Thompson Town Board. Steve Gordon Hurleyville, NY

Citizen endorses ‘Town of Callicoon Team’ I would like to remind everyone to please vote on November 5. I will [be voting] for the team endorsed by the Republican, Conservative and Independence parties: Tom Bose, Charlie Schadt, Scott Gaebel, Kris Scullion and Ed McKenna, The Town of Callicoon Team that has been here for you 24/7. They have responded to disasters with professional, emergency care and followed up with Federal (FEMA) and State (SEMO) agencies to recover costs for the town as well as the volunteer EMS personnel upon whom we depend. They have created a working relationship with the New York State (NYS) Department of Environmental Conservation, NYS Department of Transportation and Sullivan County Soil and Water District to help mitigate erosion and flooding issues. They have replaced old, worn-out highway trucks and equipment, using a long range plan

that allows for the purchase of replacements rather than borrowing to buy. They have exercised sound, fiscal responsibility in adopting budgets year after year that provide for maintaining and improving services while planning for unexpected emergencies. They listen, not only to the loudest voice, but to all the residents who call or stop by with questions or comments. They are here for all the residents of the Town of Callicoon. Please be there for them on November 5 and vote for the Town of Callicoon Team: Tom Bose, Charlie Schadt, Scott Gaebel, Kris Scullion and Ed McKenna. Joe Anne Baker Youngsville, NY

Writer calls Tom Bose ‘not neutral’ In a front-page story in last Friday’s Sullivan County Democrat, Town of Callicoon Supervisor Tom Bose claimed that both he and the comprehensive plan recently adopted by the town board are neutral on the issue of fracking. This is simply not true. Mr. Bose isn’t neutral and neither is the plan. This election-week ploy won’t fool anyone. Mr. Bose is on record imploring regulators to reconsider restrictive regulations so as not to eliminate the “opportunity” to frack, and the town’s new plan paves the way for horizontal hydraulic gas drilling (fracking). It encourages zoning changes that will promote highimpact industry, and “address new housing needs that could accompany potential new large-scale industrial uses;” that’s the plan’s way of describing “man camps” that are used to house out-of-state drilling workers. In fact, the plan incorporates an Agricultural Protection Plan that states the town must “ensure that zoning allows for the review and permitting of gas drilling to the full extent feasible under state laws and requirements.” That’s undoubtedly pro-fracking. Residents understand that fracking will destroy the rural character of our town, which is vital to our residents’ and future residents’ well-being. Almost 500 residents spoke out against the plan, but their objections were not considered by the town board. Opposition to pro-fracking language in the plan was so intense that Sullivan County Planning took the unusual step of returning the plan to the town with a recommendation to remove the controversial language. Tom Bose, Scott Gaebel and Charles Schadt all voted to adopt the comprehensive plan without changing a word. If fracking comes to our area, we cannot count on them to protect the town. Those of us who are concerned about the dangers posed by fracking will not vote for Misters Bose, Gaebel and Schadt on November 5. Linda Reik Shandelee, NY Continued on page 9

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Request for ‘just the facts in Tusten’ We recently received a campaign flyer in the mail from Ned Lang and his running mate Richard Pierce The flyer states that the town bookkeeper position pays $42,310 in salary. According to the 2014 preliminary town budget, which is available for anyone to view, the salary for the bookkeeper is $1,750 less than is stated in the campaign flyer, because office equipment and the contractual expenses were incorrectly added in to come up with total salary. The flyer also states that the state retirement contribution for the bookkeeper will be $12,000 in 2014. The town has not yet received the state retirement bill for 2013, and the amount paid for the bookkeeper’s state retirement in 2012 was less than half of the figure listed in the campaign flyer. The flyer states that the social security payment for the bookkeeper will be $3,000. Actually, the social security payment will be $500 less than the amount in the flyer. All employers have to pay into the social security system for all of their employees. The bookkeeper is the lowest paid of all of the full-time employees in the Town of Tusten. The current bookkeeper has consistently saved the town thousands of dollars each year by discovering mistakes and oversights made by others, and she has assumed many additional responsibilities without any pay increase. She is honest, accurate, and very dependable, and she should be cherished as an asset, not attacked by others misrepresenting the written facts. Michael Valenti Narrowsburg, NY [Michael Valenti is married to Karen Valenti, Town of Tusten bookkeeper.]

Support for incumbents in Town of Callicoon On Election Day it is time to decide who you want to represent you on your town’s issues. As a full-time and fourth generation resident of the Town of Callicoon, I definitely want the candidates representing me and my family who know what it was like to grow up in one of the most beautiful towns in the county. Tom Bose, Scott Gaebel, Charlie Schadt, Kris Scullion and Edward McKenna are seeking re-election. I have known every one of them, and without a doubt will reassure all residents that they are the best qualified to represent them. Supervisor Tom Bose goes above and beyond to do what is best for the town. His door is always open to hear your concerns. He runs a successful livestock business, spends countless hours as a volunteer fireman and is a family man first and foremost. Scott Gaebel now owns and operates his family’s automotive business and volunteers with the youth of the community. Charlie Schadt has been a councilman for 33 years and has put countless hours into making the right decisions for all the town’s residents. Charlie has been involved with every aspect of the town, especially the town park, which is a benefit to everyone. All of these candidates live in the Town of Callicoon full-time, raised their families here and work and make a living here. Five of the six gentlemen have attended school here like their parents, grandparents and children. There are no better individuals to make the decisions for the residents of our town. This has always been a great place to live, grow up and raise a family. People like Tom, Scott, Charlie, Kris and

LISTENING TO YOU WORKING FOR YOU

NANCY LEE Nancy’s years of experience on the Town Board & Planning Board have equipped her to serve.

KEN HILTON

Ken Hilton

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Ed make it that way. No decisions are easy when it comes to running a municipality, but good judgment and common sense will always prevail. Bonnie Hubert Jeffersonville, NY

Voter questions spending for Delaware Town barn The Delaware Town Board is about to purchase 4.4 acres of property along Route 17B for a new town barn for the highway dept. The cost of this parcel will be $100,000, or $22,700 per acre, which to me seems inordinately high in the current real estate market. A little research into recent vacant land sales in town has shown that non-riverfront property for the past five years has sold for an average of only $6,000 per acre. The town board apparently didn’t even have an independent appraisal done before agreeing to such a high price! Not only that, but the town paid about $80,000 recently to have a new salt shed built on the old property. Added to these figures will be the cost of new buildings and other improvements at the new site, which incidentally is on a pretty sharp curve, making it a potentially dangerous location with loaded trucks going in and out. It appears that the current town board is recklessly spending other people’s money—ours! Jerry Smith Callicoon, NY

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Our Team has the administrative and business experience to provide the professional leadership our town deserves. We will conduct town business with courtesy, respect and professionalism.

Ken is an experienced administrator who has capably managed multi-million dollar budgets.

We are experienced in budgeting and in cutting waste. We’ll look at town expenses with fresh eyes and ﬁnd ways to save taxpayer money.

VAN MORROW

The Town Board will play a leading role in promoting our local economy.

A successful businessman, Van will use his skills to attract & support businesses in town.

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Seeking candidates who listen

Voter sees choice between ‘experience’ and ‘change’

There was a time in the Town of Delaware when the town officials would listen to the concerns of their constituents and at least try to make decisions that took into account those concerns. In fact, that is their responsibility as outlined in New York State’s Town Law Manual, “when a town board member votes on a proposal before a town board, he or she is representing, through that vote, the views of all the residents of the town” Granted, those responsibilities have grown much more complex these days, but isn’t that all the more reason to listen to what their constituents have to say? Unfortunately, that is not the way town governance happens under the current administration. Potentially harmful issues and the resolutions regarding them are brought up, often without being on a meeting’s agenda, and passed on the spot, without any sort of reasoned debate by the parties affected. It’s time we, the voters of the Town of Delaware, have more democratic representation and we stand a better chance of that by supporting John Murphy for town council and Steve Lundgren for supervisor. Jane Blake Town of Delaware, NY

Last week, the Monticello Rotary Club and Thunder 102 Radio sponsored a Candidates Night in the Town of Thompson. There are four men vying for two seats on the town board. Questions were posed by the media, and the only reasoned and thoughtful responses came from Richard Sush, who is seeking re-election as a councilman. He was clearly the only person who knew the issues, who had a strategy for bringing business into the town, who had any experience in municipal government, and who has a track record of listening to the residents and responding to their needs. The other candidates are running on the platform of “we’re new and we have to start somewhere.” They stated that they were for “change”. However, they could not articulate what that “change” should be or how, and if, a town board could initiate that “change”. Sush is running on the platform of “experience counts.” He started his public service career on the town planning board and then, as he gained experience, decided to run for town council. He did not presume to understand the workings of the largest town in Sullivan County by attending a few meetings here and there. Richard looks at an issue from every

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point of view and decides on what would be most beneficial to the citizens of the Town of Thompson. When one of the candidates said that he wants to take Thompson in a new direction, Sush responded, “Thompson is on the rise. What other direction would you want to take us?” There are many big projects currently being proposed in the Town of Thompson. We need someone with experience to manage and shape them. Richard Sush has that experience. I will be voting for Richard Sush on November 5 and I urge you to vote for him, too. Helen Rados Harris, NY

seen the town’s deficit drop from over $2 million to $1 million (debt was acquired from the previous administration), and she made necessary improvements and upgrades to the town hall, which were done through grants. She has properly represented the Town of Lumberland via her work with various committees throughout the county, including Upper Delaware Scenic Byway, Upper Delaware Council, Sullivan County Economic Development Steering Committee, and the county Transportation Sub-Committee. She reviewed and updated the town’s Emergency Management Plan, which resulted in acquiring a generator for the town’s emergency shelter (again, with much of it being covered through grants). David Riley Barryville, NY

One man’s vote of incumbent supervisor in Lumberland Eldred voter favors casinos

Since moving into the Lumberland area in 2004, I’ve seen the town go through its fair share of economic turmoil. Thankfully, the town has seen vast improvements to many of its programs over the past several years—improvements that I attribute to the leadership of Lumberland Supervisor Nadia Rajsz. I usually vote for candidates that are socially liberal but fiscally conservative, so it should not come as a surprise that I’m supporting Ms. Rajsz. Under her leadership, we’ve

One organization named “property tax relief, job creation, and more education funding” as reasons for passing Proposition 1. The case for four New York casinos, though, goes much deeper. First, increased tax revenues, from income as well as corporate profits, would cover much more than education support or lowered property assessments. Second, even one casino-hotel would Continued on page 11

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Martin Miller Thompson Justice

Because Experience & Integrity Matter!

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Thompson Justice

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JOAN GLASE “I will bring my energy, excitement, and a positive attitude to Cochecton. I want to see our town prosper without losing its unique character. I have a “can do” approach and I get the job done. I will work for you.” Sullivan West School Board since 2011 Outstanding Friend to Education Award - 2008 Leadership Sullivan Class 2013-14 Business & Non-profit Experience

DR. PAUL SALZBERG “I am concerned about the safety and health of our children and our senior citizens. I believe your tax dollars are hard earned and I will make decisions based on that consideration. I always have time to work for the things I believe in.” School District Physician Town Health Officer President of Sullivan County Medical Society Family Doctor with practice in Callicoon, NY

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AS THE TOWN OF COCHECTON Town Clerk and Hollye Schulman

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We would like to thank our constituents for their continued faith in us and in our ability to do our jobs.

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Please remember to vote on November 5, 2013 as every vote counts. GOD BLESS AMERICA

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greatly help Sullivan County tourism. Old resort areas need new reasons for people to come back. Gambling, government-allowed or not, has loomed large in Catskills history, and today’s players want it clean and legal. Third, casinos offer recreation to local residents, not only through propositions vastly fairer than pari-mutuels and lotteries, but concerts, restaurants, headline shows and nightclubs. The disadvantages commonly named are smaller. With lotteries, websites, and out-of-state options, problem gamblers are well exposed anyway. Some local businesses would suffer from competition, but others would appear. Casinos are no longer destinations, so we could not expect massive crime increases. Not every large venture should be accepted. We rightfully rejected fracking, as it threatened to excessively damage our great natural beauty. In that context, the case for casinos, using limited land, is strong. Full-scale casino-hotels average one full-time employee per guest room, meaning the proposed 200-room facility near Liberty, NY in a county with fewer than 32,000 jobs, would achieve a conservative one-half percent unemployment-rate drop all by itself. Overall, we must decide. We can stay as we are, or we can gain money and jobs in ways unobtrusive and beneficial. The choice is clear. James B. Huntington Eldred, NY

Township supervisors lend candidate support I have known Paul Menditto for over 20 years. During that time, I have found him to be a forthright and honest person who knows how to treat people with dignity and respect. He makes decisions after carefully examining all the facts and strives to make fair judgments. Paul cares about the community and everyone in it. He gives his time, effort and money to organizations like Bushkill Outreach, Habitat for Humanity and other worthy organizations. Paul is a good family man whose children are a reflection of the values he portrays. They were good kids growing up and are now well-respected young adults. Paul and his wife provided a great example for them to follow. On Election Day, I will be voting for Paul Menditto for Magisterial District Judge. John Sivick, chair Lehman Township Supervisors Lehman Township, PA [Editor’s note: several more letters endorsing Paul Manditto for Lehman Township Magistrate Judge can be found online at www.riverreporter.com.]

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In last week’s election ISSUES special section, the name of Town of Neversink candidate for town clerk/tax collector, Lisa M. Garigliano, appeared without all four party lines that she is running on. These are Republican, Conservative, Democrat, and Independent.

LUMBERLAND Town Council Jenny Mellan Rep [Editor’s note: The River Reporter apologizes to Ms. Mellan for omitting her candidate’s statement in last week’s elections ISSUES special section. We want to emphasize that Ms. Mellan did send in her statement on time and that it was our error, not hers, that it did not appear.]

Experience I previously served as a councilman from 2000 through 2005. I worked in the supervisor’s office as the confidential secretary/ bookkeeper and as the bookkeeper for the highway department, so I am familiar with the various aspects of the town. I am the director of compliance at the Irwin Siegel Agency, Inc. where I have been employed for the last 15 years. Lumberland is a wonderful place to live, and while the population has increased, we still maintain that small-town charm. I attend the town board meetings to keep apprised of current issues. As with most towns in this area the two biggest issues we face are taxes and hydraulic fracturing, “fracking.”

Position on the top two issues More needs to be done to relieve the tax burden on our residents. I intend to work on a business development plan for the town to attract and keep viable businesses. Local business would not only increase the tax base, but also would create jobs. We need to capitalize on the influx of seasonal visitors to the river corridor, while keeping in mind the best interests of the residents of our town. While proponents of fracking tout the number of jobs created with the implementation of fracking, studies show that most industry jobs are not filled by local residents. Also, the long-term effects on the environment and people of the chemicals used and waste water created during fracking have not been sufficiently studied. Several chemicals and products were at one time deemed “safe” and are now considered hazardous, such as lead, asbestos and DDT. I oppose fracking, as I am not willing to risk the health, welfare and future of our town or our residents, both current and future. Thank you for your vote!

VOTING IN NEW YORK Polling places are open on Tuesday, November 5 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

VOTING IN PENNSYLVANIA Polling places are open on Tuesday, November 5 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. For a list of polling places see each county’s Board of Elections website.

THOMPSON Town Council Richard Sush Dem~Con~Ind As a candidate for re-election as a councilman on the Thompson Town Board, I can point to a successful track record as a threeterm town board member, Monticello Village Manager, dean of students at SUNY Sullivan, planning board chair, and business owner. I can also point to my extensive community service involvement spanning more than 30 years. I’ve learned a great deal and made many valuable contacts with federal, state, and local officials and I continually put that experience and knowledge to work for the residents of the Town of Thompson. I’ve helped keep taxes at the lowest rate in Sullivan County and I’ve insured that proposed housing developments don’t overwhelm our community. There are several good people running for a seat on the board this year, but I believe that my background and experience and record of accomplishment significantly distinguishes me from the competition. When you vote on November 5, please consider making me one of your choices for Town of Thompson councilman.

THOMPSON Town Justice Martin S. Miller Dem~Ind

Experience For the past 17 years, I have served as your Town of Thompson justice. Each person appearing before the court has been treated fairly and with respect. Some citizens have been called for jury duty, and I want to thank all members of our community who participated with me. I am acting justice of the Village of Monticello. I began practicing law in 1975, am a member of the New York and Florida Bars, and I have represented clients in local justice court through the New York Court of Appeals. I have served as president of the Sullivan County Bar Association and since 2000 as secretary-treasurer of the Sullivan County Magistrates’ Association. I have been the Village of Monticello attorney; Town of Thompson deputy attorney; zoning and planning attorney for Lumberland; and have represented the Rock Hill, White Lake, Kauneonga Lake and Callicoon Center fire departments. As a volunteer, I served for 17 years on the board of the Legal Aid Society of Sullivan County, Inc., 12 years as secretary and five as president. I chaired the Tri-Town (Fallsburg, Mamakating & Thompson) Consolidation Commission, which recommended consolidating services, activities and purchases among these municipalities to improve delivery of services to the community at reduced expenses. After graduating from Cornell University and Buffalo Law School, my spouse, Lauren, and I returned to my home to raise our family. Organizations I am or have been associated with include Monticello Rotary; a founding member and the first president of Monticello-Fallsburg Lion’s Club; scout leader and district chairman of our local Boy Scout Council Executive Board; former President of the Holiday Mt. Ski Club (a youth activity) and others. As a judge I am called to conduct proceedings, without regard to the day, time or weather and am responsive to this important responsibility. I ask for your vote this November 5.

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Ellen C. Barnes Ellen C. Barnes of Cuddebackville, NY, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at Bon Secours Community Hospital, Port Jervis. She was 87. Visitation was held Friday, October 25 at the KnightAuchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY; Rev. Nancy Vonderhorst officiated. Interment followed at Howells Cemetery, Howells, NY. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of donor’s choice.

Leona M. Bidwell Leona M. Bidwell of Middletown, NY and Yankee Lake, Wurtsboro, NY died on October 23, 2013. She was 89. A memorial service took place on Tuesday, October 29 at the United Presbyterian Church of Middletown, 25 Orchard St., followed by a reception in the church community hall. Burial of ashes was at Wallkill Cemetery.

Bruce Frazier Bruce Frazier of Yulan, NY died peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, October 21, 2013. Funeral Services were held on Thursday, October 24 at the Harrison-Rasmussen Funeral Home, 3412 Rte. 97, Barryville, NY. Rev. Rolf Buchmann officiated. Burial followed in Montoza Cemetery, Barryville, NY.

Donald V. Murray, Jr. Donald V. Murray, Jr. of Kauneonga Lake, NY died unexpectedly in the Town of Thompson on Wednesday, October 23, 2013. He was 52.

Memorial contributions can be made to the National Wildlife Federation (www.nwf.org), or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Edwin G. Pintler of Beach Lake, PA died Friday, October 18, 2013 in the Wayne Memorial Hospital, Honesdale, after an illness. He was 96.

Sydney Fluck Sydney Fluck died on October 22, 2013 at his home in Shohola, PA after a long and valiant fight against Alzheimer’s disease. He was 70. A memorial service was held on Sunday, October 27 at the Church of the Good Shepherd and St. John the Evangelist, 321 5th St., Milford, PA.

OBITUARIES HORACE “BUD” BUDDENHAGEN Horace “Bud” Buddenhagen, a lifelong resident of Narrowsburg, NY, died Saturday, October 19 at Wayne Woodlands Manor, Waymart, PA. He was 85. The son of Dewey and Mae Buddenhagen, Bud was born January 26, 1928 in Narrowsburg. He worked for 46 years as a sales representative at the Narrowsburg Lumber Company in Narrowsburg. He served 20 years as councilman on the Tusten Town Board. He was a member of the Tusten Lions Club and Narrowsburg Seniors. He also was a past member of the Narrowsburg Fire Dept. and Tusten Ambulance Auxilary. Survivors include his loving wife of 65 years, Emily Buddenhagen of Narrowsburg; four children, John Buddenhagen of Chesepeake, VA, Rick Buddenhagen of Lake Huntington, NY, Keith Buddenhagen and his wife Ann of Narrowsburg, NY, and Judy Kelly and her husband Gene of Beach Lake, PA; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Bud was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He will be dearly missed by many. A memorial will be held on Sunday, November 10 at 2 p.m. at the Central House Resort in Beach Lake, PA, followed by a light luncheon. Memorial contributions can be made to the Tusten Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Narrowsburg, NY.

Graveside services were held on Tuesday, October 22 in the Bethany Cemetery, Bethany PA, with Rev. Bonnie Sheard officiating.

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Lois South Lois South (nee Montross) died after a short illness at Barn Hill Care Center, Newton, NJ on Sunday, October 27, 2013. She was 91. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, October 30 at Ferguson-Vernon Funeral Home, 241 Rte. 94, Vernon, NJ, with interment to follow at North Hardyston Cemetery, Hardyston Township, NJ.

Joseph F. Vesely Joseph F. Vesely, of Ellenville, NY formerly of New Windsor, entered into rest on Saturday, October 26, 2013. He was 61. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday, October 30 in St. Francis of Assisi Church, Newburgh, with burial following in St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery, New Windsor. Memorial contributions can be sent to The FASNY Fireman’s Home, 125 Harry Howard Ave., Hudson, NY 12534; or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.

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Thomas R. Burrow, Sr. of Glen Spey, NY, passed away Friday, October 25, 2013 at his home. He was 94.

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The Democratic Committee of the Town of Fremont James Greier • Gerald Minckler Robert Theodore • William Klaber proudly endorse the slate of Democratic candidates on the ballot for positions in the Town government: Mesa Greier – Town Clerk (re-election) Sam Avrett – Town Council Kate Sykes Bowers – Town Council Frank Armstrong – Town Justice Joe Niero – Highway Superintendent (re-election) Loreen Gebelein – Tax Collector (re-election) We encourage all voters to vote on November 5th for the future of Fremont ! Paid for by the Democratic Committee of the Town of Fremont

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n the back of this picture has been written: “At Ropke Barn in Lava, N.Y. Blizzard of March 1, 1914.” I believe this was the horse Mr. Ropke used to pull the sleigh he used to deliver the mail. It seems he gave truth to the idea that “neither rain nor snow nor gloom of night*” will prevent the mail from being delivered. Indeed, the folks of that era were a stalwart bunch.

From the collection of the Tusten Historical Society. The Tusten Historical Society’s hours at the Western Sullivan Public Library, Tusten-Cochecton branch in Narrowsburg, are Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m., Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. *Part of the inscription on the James Farley Post Office in New York City.

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alloween: pagan or religious? Oh, who really cares? Halloween is a day to become anyone, or in some cases anything you want. Children and many adults plan their costumes weeks in advance. There are parties and, of course, trick or treating. Just dress up, and off you go. This year, weather permitting, chili will be available for a nominal cost on Main Street so Moms don’t have to cook after the walkabout of door-to-door trick or treating. Chili also assures the costumed children have some nutritious food other than candy. Thursday, November 7 is the public hearing on the town budget. The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. in Town Hall.

This is an opportunity to learn where your town’s tax dollars are spent. Tuesday, November 5 is Election Day. It is hard to imagine all the changes in the American voting laws that have taken place over the years. It was only 42 years ago that Americans between the ages of 18 and 21 gained the right to vote. This was in response to the Vietnam War protests that argued that soldiers who are old enough to fight for their country should be old enough to vote. Less than 100 years ago, women gained the right to vote. Imagine no women voting today. Unthinkable! The point is, many of us take the right to choose our own municipal leaders for granted. We should not do so. There were long battles fought to gain the vote. In rural America, it becomes very clear that your vote counts when the difference in winning a seat or losing a seat HEALTH FOODS & DELI may be only one vote. Your Natural Foods • Full Line of Supplements & Vitamins vote counts! Remember to Hoagies & Take-Out Lunches (Also Vegetarian) vote at Tusten Town Hall on Fresh Juices • Special Diet Products Tuesday, November 5 from 6 947 Main Street, Honesdale, PA • 570-253-3469 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Holiday stress management for caregivers LIBERTY, NY — A free class for caregivers on holiday stress management titled “Coping When You Have So Much On Your Plate” will be offered on Monday, November 4 at 3:30 p.m. This Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County Caregiver Resource Center class will be presented by Michelle Lorenzo, MA, LMT and Reiki Master at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd. Refreshments will be served. Lorenzo will help caregivers learn how to balance caregiving while tasked with the holiday to-do list. This afternoon

of group support and holiday stress reduction, while enjoying early holiday cookies, will be shared in a calm, peaceful environment with other caregivers. Participants will learn how to identify the causes of holiday stress and practical strategies to reduce stress levels and lighten the holiday load. All Caregiver Resource Center programming is free to Sullivan County family caregivers and is supported by the New York State Caregiver Program and the Sullivan County Office for the Aging.

Free pellet heat forum

Clinic on caring for garden hand tools before winter

NARROWSBURG, NY — An expert panel on pellet heating, from production of pellets to installation of systems, will be held on Sunday, November 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Tusten Theatre. An open house will follow two miles away from 3 to 5 p.m. at 631 River Road, Milanville, PA. See a residential pellet boiler with integrated solar panels in action. Locally grown and prepared refreshments served. Sign-up by emailing jane_skates@yahoo.com. Limited seating. Speaker Blair Buselli of Buselli Plumbing, Heating, and Electric specializes in the installation, design and servicing of pellet boilers and solar thermal systems. Patrick Vincent of Vincent’s Heating and Fuel installs pellet boilers and storage systems as well as supplies pneumatic deliveries to the Upper Delaware region. Michael Palko, Biomass Energy Specialist at PA DCNR Bureau of Forestry has over 25 years of experience in forest resource management and, as a biomass energy specialist, advocates and advises in the implementation of alternative energy sources. Larry Hartpence, farmer ofover 40 years, grows grasses for use as biomass fuel source. The event is sponsored by Damascus Citizens for Sustainability and The Solution Project.

Dog obedience classes to begin SHOHOLA, PA — A new session of TriState Dog Obedience Club dog obedience classes will begin with orientation on Tuesday, November 5 at 7 p.m. at the Tri-State Dog Obedience Club (TSDOC) facility at Shohola Business Center, Rte. 6. TSDOC offers a wide variety of classes, held days and evenings, Monday to Friday. Registration prior to orientation is recommended. For a schedule of classes and times, and an application form, visit www.tristatedogobedienceclub.org, or call 570/296-5594 and leave a message with your address.

LIBERTY, NY — Gardening season has concluded for the year, but before being stored for the winter, hand tools should receive some tender love and care. A hands-on clinic on garden hand tool endof-season maintenance will be held on Thursday, November 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County’s Master Gardener program. Participants can bring their garden tools to the clinic at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd. Vince Sanborn, Master Gardener and blacksmith, will guide the class on how to properly clean, sharpen, and store garden tools to make them last many years. All class materials are covered with a registration fee of $25. Class size is limited, so pre-registration with non-refundable payment is required. Call 845/292-6180, or email smd243@cornell.edu.

The Writers Circle of Wayne County invites you to join HONESDALE, PA — The former Writers Workshop at the Wayne County Arts Alliance has re-invented itself as an independent writers group. Starting on November 9, the writers will meet on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at the Honesdale branch of the Wayne County Public Library from 1 to 2:45 p.m. The abbreviated fall session will run until the end of the year. The writers circle encourages all serious writers of fiction, non-fiction, memoir and short stories for adults or children of all ages, published or not, to come and share what you’re writing. Participants will critique each other’s work, and offer advice and fellowship in an atmosphere of positive reinforcement and respect for everyone’s differing goals. To sign up for the next session, contact Consuela Golden at nathansail@aol.com.

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TOWN OF TUSTEN RESIDENTS ONLY Acceptable Items for Shredding: Paper (white or colored), ¿le folders, staples and paper clips, plastic ID cards, credit cards, old checkbooks, empty prescription bottles, carbon paper, CDs, DVDs, and computer disks. Not acceptable: Hazardous material, syringes or needles, any heavy metal objects such as nuts, bolts, or metal plates. No PC hard drives. Sponsored as a community service by the Town of Tusten and Catskill Hudson Bank

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Meat preservation workshop with CCE Sullivan County

Talk by local history author Bob Steuding

LIBERTY, NY — A workshop on how to successfully and safely use a pressure canner to preserve meats will be offered on Tuesday, November 12 by the Master Food Preservation Team of Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Sullivan County from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center. Just in time for hunting season, Master Food Preserver volunteers, Karen Mariner and Jessica Gibbons, will demonstrate how to properly use a pressure canner at home, to identify appropiate low-acid foods, and learn why these foods need to be pressure canned. There will be a discussion of safety measures to take, how to choose quality meats, and hot- and raw-pack procedures for preserving meats such as venison. As with all food preservation programs this is a hands-on workshop where participants will be making and taking home a sample recipe made in class. Participants are asked to bring an insulated bag in which to carry the sample home. An insulated tote bag can be purchased at CCE for $10. All class materials are covered with a registration fee of $30. Class size is limited, so pre-registration with non-refundable payment is required by November 8. Call 845/292-6180, or email srb46@cornell.edu.

GRAHAMSVILLE, NY — Local history author Bob Steuding will talk on two of his books: “The Heart of the Catskills” and “The Last of the Handmade Dams: The Story of the Ashokan Reservoir” at the Daniel Pierce Library in the community room on Saturday, November 2 at 1 p.m. Sponsored by the Time and the Valleys Museum, this free program includes refreshments and admission to the museum. Both books will be available for sale. This will be the Time and the Valleys Museum’s final day of operations for the 2013 season. From November through April, the Museum is open by appointment only. A suggested donation is $5 for adults, $2 children (under 16) and children under six are free. Call 845/985-7700.

NY Water Sentinels seek volunteers for water monitor training

CALLICOON, NY — The New York Water Sentinels are looking for new volunteers to expand its stream sampling monitoring efforts in Sullivan and Delaware counties and will host a stream monitoring workshop on Saturday, New at the library: millennials’ November 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the book club Delaware Youth Center. The workshop MONTICELLO, NY — The Ethelbert will identify various forms of water B. Crawford Public Library will begin pollution that could stem from natural gas hosting a book discussion group for young drilling and train volunteers to determine adults in their 20s and 30s (millenials). stream health using visual and chemical The discussion group will meet monthly, monitoring techniques. Lunch will be reading books aimed at this age group. provided, and a $20 donation is suggested. “Mysterious Magic” is the theme for the New York Water Sentinels work to first three months. protect, improve and restore our waters This is an opportunity to broaden your by fostering alliances to promote water reading horizons and meet new people. quality monitoring, public education The first discussion will be Thursday, and citizen action as part of the Sierra November 21 at 6:15 p.m. Come prepared Club Water Sentinels program. The to discuss “The Night Circus” by Erin program seeks to quantify the impact of Morgenstern. Copies of the book will be hydrofracking on surface water quality in available at the library. The Ethelbert New York State. B. Crawford Public Library hosts book The training program is conducted discussions for people of all ages. For by the Alliance for Aquatic Resource more information, call the library at 845/794-4660, x 303. Monitoring (ALLARM) and is cosponsored by Damascus Citizens for Sustainability Archery Season is almost here Delaware Riverkeeper It’s time to get your bow tuned! and Network in partnership with the NY Water Sentinels. Don’t wait & be too late! Registration is required and, space is limited. Register for the workshop by filling out the online registration 570-224-6571 form. For more information about the workshop, email Bows Timed & Tuned Custom Bow Strings cassabel@gmail.com.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS TAPS hosts Tri-State Chamber of Commerce’s October networking event

‘Village Voice’ names Catskill Distilling #2 distillery

MONTAGUE, NJ — The Tri-State Chamber of Commerce held its networking event on October 15 at TAPS Pub & Eatery on Route 206 just off the Milford Bridge. Jenni and Eric Hamill, owners of TAPS, and their staff hosted Tri-State Chamber members and friends for an evening of food and drinks with an Octoberfest theme featuring German style food prepared by Chef Beverly Jennings. “It was lots of fun,” said Jenni Hamill. “We are grateful to receive such a warm welcome from members of the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce and the tri-state area. We feel fortunate to be part of this wonderful community and strive to offer a friendly neighborhood environment with homemade menu items and a full bar.” Visit www. tabspubandeatery.com.

BETHEL, NY — The Village Voice has named Catskill Distilling Company the number two distillery in its list of “Top 10 Distilleries in NYC(-ish).” The “ish” refers to the fact that a few of the distilleries named, like Bethel’s Catskill Distilling, are not within the New York metropolitan area. On its blog (tinyurl.com/lnooqgu), the Village Voice writes, “Catskill Distilling Company just keeps raking in awards for its Most Righteous bourbon, Peace vodka, Curious gin, grappa, and buckwheat spirit. A farm distillery located in Sullivan County—a stone’s throw away from the grounds of the Woodstock Music Festival—owner and distiller Dr. Monte Sachs continues to put his heart and soul into making these fine New York spirits, an art he learned in Italy.” The Village Voice will hold a Holiday Spirits event in New York City on Thursday, December 5 at Studio Square, 35-44 37th St., Long Island City, Queens from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Catskill Distilling Company will participate at the event, which will feature an array of alcoholic spirit samplings, themed for the winter season. Visit www.catskilldistilling.com or call 845/583-8569.

The Settlers Inn and Ledges Hotel offer free rooms to veterans on November 11 HAWLEY, PA — The Settlers Inn and Ledges Hotel will celebrate Veterans Day on Monday, November 11 by offering a free room to active duty and retired members of the military. The pair of local lodging facilities will participate in B&Bs for Vets by opening their doors to veterans as a way to say thank you for their courageous service to our country. “We’re proud to honor our veterans in this way,” says proprietor Jeanne Genzlinger. “It’s our third year of offering this program and we like the idea of it becoming a tradition.” B&Bs for Vets is a campaign of Better Way to Stay, a project of the Professional Association of Innkeepers International. Rooms associated with B&Bs for Vets are offered on a space-available basis. Veterans can visit TheSettlersInn. com or LedgesHotel.com, or call 570/226-2993, or 570/2261337 to learn more or to make a reservation.

Achieve names Goldblatt new administrator LIBERTY, NY — Achieve Rehab and Nursing Facility recently announced Pinny Goldblatt as the company’s new administrator. Goldblatt will be responsible for the maintenance and development of healthcare and customer service in the facility, as well as general management responsibilities. Goldblatt comes to Achieve Rehab and Nursing with six years experience in healthcare and management. He was formerly employed in Albany, NY and currently lives in Spring Valley, NY with his wife Sarah of 20 years and their six children. Goldblatt enjoys long distance cycling, hiking, skiing and golf. Visit www.AchieveRehabNY. com.

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Rowe family makes memorial donation to basketball scholarship fund HONESDALE, PA — The family of the late Jim Rowe has given a memorial donation in his name to the Honesdale High School Friends of Boys Basketball Scholarship Fund in association with the Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF). The funds came as a result of gifts made at the time of his death by Jim’s many friends and family members. Pictured are Ron Rowe, left, Louise Rowe, Sharon Herzog (WCCF scholarship chairperson), and Rebecca Rowe.

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Seminar on effective solutions and opportunities for water challenges

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LIBERTY, NY — When it comes to water, Sullivan County communities face several challenges—from too much water, to limited water access, to water of questionable quality. Sullivan Renaissance will explore various challenges and offer practical methods to address water issues at a “Using Water Wisely” seminar on Wednesday, November 6 at 7 p.m. at the CVI Center in Ferndale. “Slowing fast-moving runoff down helps recharge ground water and also keeps drinking water clean,” said Heather Jacksy of the Sullivan County Division of Planning, who will lead the discussion, “Since most of Sullivan County relies on well water for drinking, this

PORT JERVIS, NY — The Port Jervis Police Department and Port Jervis City-Wide Neighborhood Watch will host a Crime Prevention and Self Defense Seminar for women on Saturday, November 16 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Drew United Methodist Church Hall. Participants will be exposed to basic information about crimes that are commonly committed toward women, crime prevention methods and basic selfdefense techniques. Representatives from Safe Homes of Orange County and Rape Crisis Services will be available with valuable information pertaining to the services they provide to women in our community to break the cycle of domestic violence and sexual assaults. Master Mike Barnard from Han Ho Martial Arts of Middletown, NY will host a hands-on demonstration featuring ways to avoid potential conflict as well as offering counter intuitive methods to circumvent attacks and provide opportunities for escape. He will demonstrate the most common attack scenarios based on law enforcement statistics. Barnard said that this seminar will focus on realistic options for people who have no background in the martial arts. Women of all ages are encouraged to come. Call 845/858-4079.

is an important consideration for many communities.” The seminar will explore different topics related to water conservation and use, such as rain barrels as methods to capture water and reuse it in gardens, rain gardens as an effective treatment of areas prone to erosion, use of native plants that require less water and have deeper tap roots that help clean groundwater and green roofs as alternative landscaped spaces. Space is limited, pre-registration is requested. Refreshments will be provided. For more information or to register, contact Sullivan Renaissance at www. sullivanrenaissance.org or 845/295-2445.

Youth craft class at Cornell Cooperative Extension LIBERTY, NY — Two make-and-take classes for youth are being offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County 4-H “Second Saturday Crafts” on Saturday, November 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This workshop, open to youth ages five and up, will be held at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center on 64 Ferndale-Loomis Rd. Outdoor enthusiasts ages nine and up can learn how to create a compact “survivor bracelet” from parachute

cord and basic knotting techniques. Children five years and up, wishing to get a jump-start on holiday preparations, can learn how to fashion a “candy fir tree” for gifting or home décor. The classes are open to the public, and participants have the opportunity to sign up for one or both at $5 for the survivor bracelet class and $3 for the holiday tree class. Pre-registration is required by calling 845/2926180.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS Eastern Pike Regional Police support Domestic Violence Month PIKE COUNTY, PA — The Eastern Pike Regional Police Department has joined forces with Save Haven of Pike County to generate awareness of domestic violence and sexual assault during Domestic Violence Month. Regional Chief Chad Stewart said that he and the police department are happy to participate, as domestic violence is an issue that affects the community in a staggering way. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that one in five females and one in nine males will be the victim of domestic violence. Safe Haven of Pike County has displayed purple ribbons that hang from light poles and trees through Matamoras and Milford, signifying those who have been victims of domestic violence. Stewart explained that for every domestic incident they encounter, they provide information booklets for those involved. “Unfortunately, few take advantage of the services that we provide,” said Stewart. “Many believe that it was a one-time occurrence, while others feel ashamed to ask for help. A quarter of our domestic violence calls are from repeat locations.” Visit www.eprpd.org or www. safehavenofpikecounty.org.

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LIBERTY, NY — Students in the PreTech program at Sullivan County BOCES are busily building three picnic tables for the Community Garden Club of Liberty. The garden club organizes the maintenance of the Woodland Wildlings Garden behind Catskill Regional Medical Center and wanted to replace the current tables. The club has raised funds and has received memorial donations to fund this project. The Pre-Tech program at BOCES is for students in grades nine and 10 who want to explore some vocational skills, and their current project is designing and building the tables. Their instructor is Paul Maopolski, and he can be reached via email at paul.maopolski@scboces.org or by calling 845/295-4147.

PORT JERVIS, NY — Local, familyowned practice, Aesthetic Family Dentistry, will host a Halloween Candy Buy-back program on Friday, November 1 from 4 to 6 p.m. Families can drop off their unwanted or excess candy to Aesthetic Family Dentistry at 155 E. Main St. in exchange for a goodie-bag filled with dental products. All candy will be donated to Operation Gratitude, along with toothbrushes and toothpaste, for the troops deployed overseas. Children can draw, color and create pictures to send to the troops along with their candy. For every pound of candy donated, each child will get a raffle ticket and be entered to win a prize. “When we learned about the program, it was something that we immediately wanted to be a part of,” said Dr. Seth Horn, owner of Aesthetic Family Dentistry. “My family and I have been in this community for more than 40 years, and this is exactly the type of community outreach that we like to participate in.” Visit www. AestheticFamilySmiles.com or call 845/856-5049.

HONESDALE, PA — Bet you never thought about trick-or-treating at the dentist. Well, here’s your chance. This year Sprout Dental will be handing out free toothbrushes to all trick-or-treaters from 5 to 8 p.m. on Halloween night (during official Borough hours.) The children’s dental practice will also be handing out tooth-friendly treats. Dr. Kady Schloesser of Sprout Dental says, “Starting with Halloween and continuing through Thanksgiving and Christmas, it’s a scary time for teeth. Sure, it’s the sweetest time of year, but it’s frightening how fast those sweets and treats can lead to decay and cavities. With our trick-ortoothbrush, I wanted to give kids the chance to get a brand new brush and learn a few tricks about proper brushing techniques.” Sprout Dental’s Trick-or-Toothbrush giveaway is open to all trick-or-treaters, not just existing patients. Sprout Dental is located at 177 Sunrise Avenue. Visit www. sproutdental.com or call 570/253-0358.

Free car seat safety check HONESDALE, PA — There will be a free car seat safety check on Saturday, November 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Edward J. Schwarz, Inc. (Buick, GMC), 145 Willow Ave. Children must be present. Replacement car seats and booster seats are available at no charge on a first-come, first-served basis. Only one seat per child will be available. Sponsored by Wayne County Safe Kids. Call 570/253-4262 or 570/253-9200.

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Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship service BEACH LAKE, PA — At the Sunday service on November 3 of the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (UDUUF), Pat Sanders will introduce a month-long theme of “Experiencing Spirituality” by presenting a program entitled “Be in the Presence.” The spiritual journey is unique and personal for each person, and it begins with a sense of absence and an awareness of presence. Sanders will discuss how we embark on this journey and discover what nurtures and feeds our spirit and how to begin the discipline of expanding those ways. The presentation will also consider Howard Gardner’s “multiple intelligences,” exploring how they could be applied to and enrich our lives. The service begins at 10:15 a.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center in Beach Lake. It will be followed by refreshments and social time. Visit www.uduuf.org or call 570/253-4032

Programs for kids at the Wayne County Library HONESDALE, PA — There are currently several after-school programs for kids at the Wayne County Public Library. The After School Book Club, for ages nine through 12, meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on Thursdays. Children discuss books they are reading, and the group will listen to “A Diary of a Wimpy Kid” by Jeff Kinney. Fun activities will help build listening and speaking skills, encourage expression of opinions and help build confidence. The Junie B. Jones Book Club for ages six through eight meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays. Children listen to a Junie B. Jones story, do an activity and make a craft to go with it. Activities are designed to encourage reading, speaking and listening skills. The Lego Club meets Friday, November 15 from 4 to 5 p.m. Registration is required for all programs. All programs are free. For more information and to reserve a space for your child, call Children’s Librarian, Betty Lawson at the library at 570/2531220.

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New Kiwanis Club officers took time for a photograph following their installation recently. They are: Kathy Garlick, secretary, left; Sheila Lashinsky, 2nd vice president; Jane Sorensen, president; Deborah Kaplan, first vice president; Janet Siano, treasurer; and Kiwanis Lt. Gov. Sue Bahren.

Monticello Kiwanis installs new officers MONTICELLO, NY — The Monticello Kiwanis Club recently hosted its 68th annual installation dinner at the Blue Horizon Diner. Newly elected Kiwanis Lt. Gov. Sue Bahren installed new club officers for 2013-2014. (See photo above.) Upcoming events include the Bernie Shore Memorial Roast Beef Dinner, to be held on November 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Monticello Elks Lodge. The cost is $12; eat in or take out. Members of the Monticello High School Key Club will be serving at the dinner. Tickets can be purchased from Kiwanis members or at the door. The club is also selling multi-colored roses for $15 per dozen. Orders must be received by November 15 and picked up on November 26. Thanksgiving baskets will be prepared and distributed to United Way for circulation to needy families in time for the holiday. Call 845/794-7050.

Turkeybowl 2013 to support Toys for Tots PIKE COUNTY, PA — The Eastern Pike Regional Police Department will participate in “Turkeybowl 2013,” a charitable flag football game on Sunday, November 3 at the Airport Park football field in Matamoras at 10 a.m. Eastern Pike regional police officers will be playing against officers from the Federal Correctional Institutions in Otisville, NY and Danbury, CT, Otisville State Correctional Institution, United States Penitentiary of Canann, and the Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Admission to the event is free, but it is requested that all who attend bring a new and unwrapped toy to be donated to the U.S. Marine Corps “Toys for Tots.” “There are children in this area who won’t receive gifts this season,” said Chad Stewart, Regional Chief of Police. “This is a great way to help our community’s children in need and we are glad to take part.” Continued on page 21

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The River Reporter’s 18th Annual THE BEST BALLOT IS BACK!

We have added some new categories to our extensive best ballot! There are 240 categories but you do not have to fill all of them out. We ask that you simply vote for the people, places or businesses that you think are the best. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to receiving your choices. We will publish our 2013 WINNERS in our annual Reader’s Choice Awards “BEST” supplement in January 2014.

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HAWLEY, PA — AMSKier Insurance recently announced the winners for Hometown Creative HeARTS, a contest for Hawley, Honesdale and surrounding area youths to express creatively what they love most about their hometowns. Over 80 entries were received. The winners in the sixContributed photo to-eight-year-old category The winning entry in the writing in writing are Nicholas contest for 11-to-15-yearo-olds was Mozga (first place), Shane Brea Rutledge for her “Memories” Fountain (second); in art poem. are Kaylin Chapman (first), Elijah Gillette (second), David Grimm (third). In in the nine-to-11-year-old category in writing is Jared Bates (first); in photography, Patty Fountain for her “Self-Portrait” (first) and Patrick Salvatorelli for “The Road” (second); in art, Eva Cooley (first), Kate Wilson (second), Julia Apicelli (third). In the 12-to-15-year-old category, in writing Brea Rutledge (first), Emily Bates (second), Zach Kiesendahl (third); in photography, Mika Brauser for “As Beauty Flows” (first), Juliet Falcone for “Hawley Album” (second), Mikayla Schaefer for “Home Toad” (third); in art, a tie for first between Maria Dury for “Sunset” and Shea Stanton for “Black Bear,” second / BJ Halloway for “Johnny Depp” (second), and Rylee Arenson for “Galaxy Gazelle” (third).

PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program celebrates 15 years ROCK HILL, NY — PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program (PRASAD CDHP) welcomed more than 70 guests to its 15th anniversary celebration dinner, held at Bernie’s Holiday Restaurant Contributed photo on October 5. It included a cocktail hour, buffet dinner PRASAD CDHP’s Administrator, Dr. and awards ceremony Cecilia Escarra, second from left, followed by dancing and a accepts a certificate of appreciation from Ron Brent, far left, chairman of the board silent auction. of trustees and board members Swati Attendees included New Desai and Richard Mayer. York State Senator John Bonacic and Sullivan County Legislators Ira Steingart and Cora Edwards. The organization presented Certificates of Appreciation to Larry Schafman, Susan Purcell, Peder Behan Sr., Miranda Behan and Dr. David Drew, for their continuous support. Other honorees included private donors, corporate donors and other local supporters. PRASAD CDHP also received several awards, including a citation from the New York State Assembly, a certificate of merit from New York State Senate and a proclamation from the Sullivan County Legislature. PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program, a philanthropic expression of the SYDA Foundation, provides dental care services and dental health education to children in Sullivan and Ulster counties. Visit www.prasadcdhp.org or call 845/434-0376.

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Scouts receiving awards recently included Andrew Simmons, left, and Matthew Riccio (Troop 5, Dingmans Ferry), Ed Ward, Jeremy Block and Alexander Brown (Troop 76, Shohola).

Pike County Eagle Scouts attend Gathering of Eagles Event WEST POINT, NY — Several Eagle Scouts from Pike County attended the 2013 Eagle Scout Reunion and Hall of Fame Induction hosted by the Hudson Valley Council on October 3 at the United States Military Academy at West Point. The scouts were guests of Ed Ward, who is the chairman of the Hudson Valley Chapter of the National Eagle Scout Association. During the event, three Eagle Scouts were inducted into the Hudson Valley Council Eagle Scout Hall of Fame. In addition, Brigadier General Michael Meese, U.S. Army (Retired) received the Distinguished Eagle Award for his years of service to scouting and his community. Eagle Scout Jeremy Block from Troop 76 in Shohola, PA commented, “The Gathering of Eagles really made me realize that I’m part of the scouting equation. Now that scouting has prepared me [for the future], it’s my turn to give back.”

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AKEVILLE, PA — On Sunday, October 20, at approximately 3 p.m., Richard Daly of Mastic Beach, NY, broke the official record for the “World’s fastest time to carve 60 ice sculptures.” This record had been held by Richard Bubin of Pittsburg, PA, who accomplished the feat in four hours and 20 minutes. The new world record, verified by a Guinness adjudicator on site, was set by Daly in two hours, 52 minutes and 12 seconds in The Ice House (home of Crystal Cabin Fever and Night at the Ice Museum) at Sculpted Ice Works facility. Daly carved each piece in two to three minutes and was supported by a team of six who moved everything needed, allowing him to focus on his craft. The criteria for a “sculpture” was that it was carved 3D and is a recognizable shape or design and on a verified industry standard 300-pound ice block, measuring 10 by 20 inches and 40 inches tall. Only Daly could alter the shape of the block. A paper template was placed on the blocks with water, then Daly carved the piece while having tools handed to him. When he was done, he turned to the Guinness World Record adjudicator who gave him a “thumbs up.” In less than 10 seconds, Daly was carving his next piece, while the crew around him moved the finished piece carefully to display behind him on a lighted platform. Then the team removed all the debris, snow and ice chunks and reset the station with new 300-pound ice block and placed his next template on the block for him. With only a few minutes on each sculpture, the designs were basic with simple details, but were seen as clear shapes to the hundreds of onlookers at Ice Works second annual The Night at the Ice Museum event. Primary tools used were Stihl electric chainsaws (with chain modified for speed), die grinder with a five-inch rotary knife, die grinder with a four-inch-long by oneinch diameter burr bit and a lot of “muscle” by Daly. Daly stated “I had a great team and couldn’t have done it without them, hardly a bump in the road,” while thanking everyone who helped and attended his successful attempt. He was awarded an official framed certificate and will be placed in the Guinness World Record Book’s next edition, “still the third largest published seller, after the Bible and the Koran,” said Michael Empric from Guinness World Records. Mark Crouthamel, owner of Sculpted Ice Works was excited for the attempt and “proud to host this unique event.” Visit www.sculptediceworks.com or call 570/226-6246.

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Art brings people together By TAMMY COMPTON

ONESDALE, PA — Artists and admirers gathered Saturday evening on Maude Alley for the grand opening of the Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) Gallery at 1023 Main St. The exhibit, called “Members 1026,” featured 30 artists and 47 pieces of work, ranging from oil, acrylic, ceramics, wood and more. The WCAA is all about enhancing the arts in Wayne County. “We’re just trying to make it a more artistic, vibrant place,” said WCAA Board President Paul Ludick. “We are an organization designed to promote the arts and this is one of our ways to support our members,” said WCAA board member Joe Kluck. “It’s a way for people who are artists to display their work, and… for members to come and see the work that’s here.” He added that WCAA “is not just for painters and ceramists, jewelers, and woodworkers. It’s for all forms of art” including music, writing, dancing, acting and more. Natasha Gordiets of Lake Ariel couldn’t resist playfully scratching the head of a wagging tail sculpture named “Yella.” The bright yellow dog, an aqua resin medium, was coaxed to life under the sculpting talents of Pauline Glykokokalos. Admiring the piece, Mrs. Gordiets was there in support of her husband Eugene, who had intricate oil paintings on display. “I started when I was three years old. I’m now 61. That’s 58 years,” he said with a smile. “It’s my life. I cannot imagine not painting for one day.” A sunset landscape titled “Fire and Ice” hung nearby, an oil painting by Joan Polishook of Hemlock Farms. “Basically, I’m a plein air painter, meaning to be painting out of doors in the air,” she said with a friendly laugh. “It’s wonderful. You commune with nature. You get an opportunity to interpret what you see,” Polishook said.

Carla Strozzieri of Lake Ariel, who was showing an oil on panel titled “Val d’Orcia” (Tuscany), said she was honored to show her work at the reception. “I make art to be seen. So, when it’s hanging, it’s fulfilling its function. That’s very satisfying.” As to the future direction of the WCAA, Ludick said, “Our mission right now is we really want to start developing public art, getting the art out there, to expose people to it.” In February, WCAA plans to feature a student exhibition in conjunction with Rachel’s Challenge, a program created to combat bullying and negativity with compassion and kindness. Students in grades K through 12 in Wallenpaupack, Western Wayne, Wayne Highlands and Forest City school districts will be invited to create artwork for an exhibition titled “Kindness all around.” Kluck, who fully supports the idea, says it’s a great way for kids to share what’s on their minds and in their hearts. “Kids are wondering, ‘Is there somebody out there who’s like I am?’” he said based on his 33 years of teaching. “People are sharing the same kinds of feelings. And they’re putting those feelings down in the (art) medium,” Kluck said. “It will allow someone to reach out to them, to connect with them on a clearer basis and to say: ‘Let’s work together to solve this issue,’” he said. WCAA joins five other businesses on Maude Alley, including Milkweek, Tania’s Bliss Salon, Moody Road Studios bookstore and two new additions: Alley Whey Cheese Shoppe and The Joy of Art, a fine art framing and restoration business. The WCAA Gallery’s hours are Thursdays through Saturdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 12 noon to 4 p.m. For more about WCAA, visit WayneCountyArtsAlliance.org.

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Natasha Gordiets of Lake Ariel pets “Yella,” an aqua resin sculpture by Pauline Glykokokalos.

Joan Polishook’s oil on canvas painting titled “Fire & Ice.”

Artist Ellen Silberlicht’s Raku Clay Fish.

Wayne County Arts Alliance board member Joe Kluck, left, is pictured with artist Carla Strozzieri of Lake Ariel, displaying her oil on panel painting titled “Val d’Orcia.”

Eugene Gordiets of Lake Ariel displays his oil painting “Town with White Tower.”

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alloween—people either love it or hate it, but the holiday is not the only excuse to dress up. This past week marked the 20th anniversary of the Boys and Girls Clubs serving Northern Orange and Sullivan Counties, and to thank the supporting communities and sponsors, the organization (www.bgcorange.org) hosted “Celebrating 20 years of Building Great Futures,” a fundraiser extraordinaire held in Middletown, NY (www.westhillscountryclub.com). The formal affair was elegant, and socializing during the cocktail hour was a great opportunity to not only congratulate the staff and volunteers, but also to admire the evening gowns and tuxedos floating across the dance floor. I hesitate to think that my invitation was an afterthought, but suffice it to say that my place card read “Dharma the Wonder Dog and Guest.” For once, the pooch was not the center of attention, but that did not prevent the servers from bringing her filet mignon on a separate plate and refreshing her water in a crystal bowl every 10 minutes. A thank you card at every table read, in part, that “The Town of Wallkill Boys and Girls Clubs began as a Saturday morning program in Circleville, NY,” and went on to say that “Today, we serve over 3,000 children and teens in 16 locations in Orange and Sullivan Counties…providing before- and after-school programs, summer day camps and community events.” A fantastic multi-course meal, entertainment and dancing ensued, but not before a few speeches, highlighted by executive director Alexis Eggleton’s impassioned speech that illuminated her dedication to the kids and how “20 years of impacting lives” began for her. Eggleton is (IMHO) such an inspiration to the community at large, that words don’t do the woman justice. While quick to point out that “it would be impossible without the support of so many,” in my eye, it is Alexis who has spearheaded such amazing accomplishments during her tenure with the organization. “In these challenging economic times” the table card continued “more than 42% of our club kids live at or below poverty. Yet, we serve any child regardless of their family’s income or ability to pay. We can do this in large part, thanks to your [the supporters] generosity.” Inspirational and emotional, the evening was a huge success and my hat (and Dharma’s chapeau) is off to all who contributed to the glittering soiree and conContinued on page 25

“Greaser” Scott Palmer looks on as “Best Cat,” Gabby Allen, left, and “Earth Goddess” Te D’Agostino celebrated Halloween at the Catskill Distilling Company.

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Janis Joplin was a hit at the Catskill Distilling Company’s annual Halloween bash in Bethel, NY. Taking home the prize for “best group,” these cave dwellers emerged from Smallwood, NY to dance the night away.

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tinue to do their part all year long. Anxious to be admired for something far less meaningful, I decided to give the dog the night off and sally forth on my own to an evening of pure silly fun, celebrating things that go bump in the night at the annual Halloween party at the Catskill Distilling Company in Bethel, NY. Now in its fourth year, the event (www.dancingcatsaloon.com) has grown exponentially in popularity and has quickly become the stuff that legends are made of. Each year, attendance swells and the endless parade of fantastical costumes was a treat of epic proportions. Since I was attending stag, hostesswith-the-mostess Stacy Cohen decided to throw me a bone and put me on the judging panel to help select contest winners in a variety of categories. The Herculean task was tough, since there were scores of amazing get-ups. Bone munching cave dwellers, Geisha girls and courtiers danced the night away with Elvis, Joplin and the assorted ghouls and goblins that are requisite for the holiday, but it was the “T & A Girls” that stole the show, shaking their booty and causing the crowd to howl with approval as they accepted the grand prize toward the end of the evening. Music provided by Peter Florance and the New Kings elevated the night, as the roaring bonfire outside warmed the faint of heart who were too spooked to remain inside. It wasn’t easy to select a costume that did not include a dog, but I managed to amuse a few with my “generic rock star” ensemble, while endlessly fielding questions as to the animal’s whereabouts. With tonight being the official holiday, I plan to hit the streets with the pooch in tow and go door to door, begging for candy, while snapping pics of the kiddies decked out in scary attire. It might be a trick to get folks to look at me while her tail is wagging, but it’s a real treat to see the children delight in the age-old traditions that jack-o’-lanterns illuminate throughout the Upper Delaware Valley. Happy Halloween.

Boys and Girls Clubs Executive Director Alexis Eggleton’s impassioned speech brought the crowd to their feet at the organization’s 20th anniversary celebration in Middletown, NY.

These costumed kids got a jump-start on Halloween by popping in to Cafe Devine in Callicoon, NY over the weekend.

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While the men all looked dapper in their tuxedos, it was the women who shone in their gowns at the gala affair of the Boys & Girls Clubs. Pictured here are The River Reporter’s Barbara Matos, left, Thunder 102’s Michelle Semerano and Freda Real Estate’s Lynne Freda.

This annual Halloween party in Bethel, NY drew a huge crowd of costumed revelers.

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As “Gold Sponsors” of the Boys and Girls Clubs, The River Reporter staff and guest dressed for success and joined the party, “Celebrating 20 Years of Building Great Futures,” at the West Hills Country Club in Middletown, NY.

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Diane Kimberly featured at Starlight Inn STARLIGHT, PA — During the month of November, The Big D Arts and Crafts League will feature the paintings of Diane Kimberley in the gallery at the Inn at Starlight Lake. Kimberley earned her BS degree from Kean College and her MA degree from Montclair State University. A New Jersey transplant, she was an art educator for 25 years. Kimberly has been a NEPA resident for 10 years. Her involvement in art has showcased her talents in calligraphy (lettering certificates for the NYC Marathon), designed tiles that are part of a mural in the Fine Arts Building at MSU, and exhibiting her paintings in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Her studio was included in the annual Wayne County Arts Alliance studio tour for two years. She is enjoying retirement in her studio where she is currently working in ceramics and watercolors. Also included in the November exhibit will be oils, watercolors and photography by other league members. The Inn is located on Starlight Rd. Call 800/248-2519 or visit www.innatstarlightlake.com.

MILFORD, PA — On Friday, November 8, the Pike County Historical Society (PCHS) will serve chow, followed by the showing of the 1967 prison drama “Cool Hand Luke,” starring Paul Newman and George Kennedy in his Oscar-winning role. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the society’s Foundation Room. Film critic Robert Lentz will be on hand for the intro, commentary and discussion regarding the classic film. Tickets for dinner and a movie cost $25 per person, which includes the main meal, followed by the movie and dessert Continued on page 27 and coffee. Reservations can be made by calling 570/296-8126 or emailing pikemuse@ ptd.net. “For people that are Adults $9 - Children $6 • Mon & Mat Adults $7 • Children $6 familiar with the mov(Unless otherwise indicated) • We accept cash only ie, we will be serving Friday, Nov. 1 - Thurs. Nov. 7 deviled eggs in lieu (PG-ANIMATED) of hard boiled,” joked Voices: Owen Wilson, Woody Lori Strelecki, MuHarrelson, Amy Poehler seum Director. “We are also glad that Bob Fri. 7:30, Sat & Sun 2 & 7:30; Mon - Thurs. 7:30 Lentz will be joining us to give us his insights Coming: and musings regarding the film.”

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MILFORD, PA — Can you play Bach on a marimba? Probably not, but marimba star Naoko Takada sure can. On Saturday, November 9, at 5:30 p.m. she will appear at the Milford Theatre, courtesy of Kindred Spirits Arts Programs. Takada will perform music ranging from Bach to modern composers—perhaps a tango, maybe something by Paul McCartney. Her program will include pieces by Chopin and Liszt that are normally played on a piano. Born in Japan, Takada made her professional debut at age 11 with the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, and she has gone on to play with the Houston National Symphony, the China Symphony Orchestra, and other A-list orchestras of the world. She released her first CD, “Marimba Meets the Classics,” in 2007. When the New Orleans Times-Picayune critic heard Takada, he wrote, “No one needs a critic when an audience leaps to its feet, calling a star soloist back for three encores.” Takada will be speaking and performing for Delaware Valley High School students the day before her

BETHEL, NY — Port Jervis High School graduate, and recent Hall of Fame inductee, Evan Mack performed “My Other Journey Home,” a collection of his musical compositions at Bethel Woods on October 20. The collection, which included parts of his acclaimed compositions, marked Mack’s first local Photo by Rob Waligrowski performance in five years. The World Stage Series The Port Jervis High School Choir sings with Evan Mack at Bethel Woods. concert featured guest national acclaim for his operas “Angel of artists mezzo-soprano Kara Cornell, violinist the Amazon,” which premiered in May 2011 Joshua Rodriguez, and the Port Jervis High by Encompass New Opera Theatre at the School Choir under the direction of Port Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York City Jervis’ Music Department Co-chair Ruth and has been released worldwide by Albany Ann Gordon. The choir performed Mack’s Records, and “Beach and Moan,” which is the choral suite Langston Hughes’s Dream of 2013 winner of Atlanta Opera’s 24-hour Opera Freedom, a selection of Hughes’ poems set to Project. His new opera, “The Secret of Luca,” music. premiered in Cincinnati in 2012 and is being Mack, who graduated from Port Jervis High workshopped across the country. School in 1999, holds a Doctorate of Music Earlier this month, Port Jervis recognized in Piano Performance from the University his accomplishments by selecting him for the of Cincinnati’s Conservatory of Music. The Alumni Hall of Fame. At the age of 32, Mack Forestburgh native is an assistant professor is the youngest graduate to ever be inducted. of music at Skidmore College. He has received

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VanSteenburgh featured at the ARTery MILFORD, PA — The ARTery November Featured Artist is Ben vanSteenburgh III, whose work will be on display from November 8 to December 9. The public is invited to the artist’s reception and Milford’s “Art After Dark” celebration on Saturday, November 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. VanSteenburgh III majored in art as an undergrad and attended New York’s School of Visual Arts. His body of work includes book illustrations for nationally known authors, portraits (including one of Bill Clinton and Chelsea, which hangs in Bill’s Harlem office) and fine art, much of which centers on the human form. Newest members Michele Jaffe and Linda Urcioli will also be showcased at the front of the gallery. Jaffe will be exhibiting her still lifes and landscapes. A very active member of Pike County Arts and Crafts (PCAC) for decades, she has helped the group through the years with volunteer work and leadership. From 1999 to 2008 she owned The Gallery

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RiverFolk Concerts welcomes folk-pop artist Sloan Wainwright HONESDALE, PA — Sloan Wainwright will perform at The Cooperage on November 2 at 8 p.m. as part of the RiverFolk Concert series. Wainwright belongs to a musical dynasty of singer-songwriters. Her family tree includes brother and folkmusic luminary Loudon Wainwright, Kate McGarrigle, sister-in-law nephew Rufus Wainwright, and nieces Martha Wainwright and Lucy Wainwright Roche. Wainwright consistently demonstrates her easy command of a variety of American musical styles— pop, folk, jazz and blues—held together by the melodious tone of her rich contralto. With a discography of eight original CD releases to her credit, Sloan continues to write, sing and perform live. In addition, Sloan has written numerous musical compositions for theatre and dance and teaches at many of the best-known master songwriter series and workshops. The suggested donation is $18/reserved, $20/door. Light fare will be available from Willow River Café. BYOB. For reservations and more information call 845/252-6783 or visit www. river folkconcer ts.v pweb. com.

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A Musical Mélange with Dorothy Stone HAWLEY, PA — On Friday, November 1 at 7:30 p.m., Harmony Presents Dorothy Stone in “A Musical Mélange,” comprised of popular Broadway tunes and classics. A United States Cultural Ambassador, having appeared in concert, opera and recital on three continents, Stone has also served on the faculty of New York University, The American Musical and Dramatic Academy and is currently on the faculty of the Wiener Musikseminar in Vienna. Get tickets in advance online for $18 or come at the door for $22 a ticket. isit www.harmonypresents.com, send an email to jill@silkmillharmony.com or call 570/588-8077.

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The art of Peter Sheehan HASBROUCK, NY — The wide range of Peter Sheehan’s art will be on display starting November 3 at the Old Stone House of Hasbrouck, a community-based gallery. The exhibit begins with an opening reception from 1 to 4 p.m. on November 3, including all the makings for a pleasant luncheon. “It’s my love affair with the land that inspires my art,” says Sheehan, noting that his latest works all bear signs of “the fields, mist, light, trees and stone all around me.” Sheehan has a Masters of Fine Contributed photo Arts from SUNY New Paltz. For a “Color Tonc #3” by Peter Sheehan time, he taught photography and 3-D design. When the state expanded its programming at Wallkill Correctional Facility, Peter ran a woodworking craft shop and instruction in painting and drawing, with several of his prisoner-students exhibiting in a statewide show titled “Corrections on Canvas.” The Old Stone House of Hasbrouck is at 282 Hasbrouck Rd., in the wider community of Fallsburg, NY. For driving directions and more information, visit www. TheOldStoneHouse OfHabrouck.org.

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ONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Under the auspices of a new board of directors, The Wayne County Art Alliance (WCAA) has moved to a new space at the end of Maude Alley, located at 1023 Main Street. The space will be home to an art gallery and a small office. (For more on the galleryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grand opening, see p. 24.) In June, WCAA seated a totally new 10-member board, and by October 1 had moved out of its previous location in the Torrey Building next to the Wayne County Historical Society. Former executive director Tamara Murray stepped down from her post. According to board president Paul Ludick, the new boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s priorities are to promote its members and facilitate their ability to support themselves as artists; to enhance the arts that already exist locally; and in the long run to bring more public art to the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right now weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve also been brainstorming big time to see what we can do to work with different organizations and different people [in the community]â&#x20AC;Ś in different outlets and venues.â&#x20AC;? Another shift is that teaching artists will host classes in their studios rather than in more public classroom settings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These teachers are passionate about their art and what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re teaching. So

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By Zac Stuart-Pontier

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mily and I are on the chairlift headisty, some completely and utterly bland. ing towards the Great Wall of China. There’s also a lot not in the footage. It’s beautifully quiet, with nothing to Missing is the feeling of censorship that hear save for the whirr of the lift and the was palpable in Beijing, the moment of me occasional bird chirp. Eventually, the trees asking our tour guide what she knew of part and the wall appears over the horizon. Tiananmen Square and her dodging the It is breathtaking and stretches as far as the question isn’t filmed since the camera eye can see. Suddenly, the camera shakes battery had died. Also I didn’t film myself trying to check my e-mail or attempting and the image freezes. Rewinds. The trees to visit any news sites on the Internet. part and the wall appears over the horizon There is none of the comical bartering again and this time the image FREEZES for cheap knockoff watches in a mall. before the camera shakes. They don’t let you film anything. There Suddenly I’m climbing the wall; my isn’t even anything of me eating bugs. It breath is audible as I conquer each of was a fancy restaurant, and I remember the steep and narrow steps. There’s Emily in front of me. She turns and smiles. not wanting to be the guy whipping out a FREEZE. camera. (Now I question those decisions Woosh. I am weaving my way back down and will certainly be investing in more the mountain on a tiny bobsled. One hand batteries and gumption in the future.) on the camera, the other on the small As I work my way through, the chronolbrake below. Back and forth. FREEZE. ogy of the events gets muddier. Things I’m editing a piece for a friend out of footget ordered and reordered now by theme age I shot during a trip to China for his or similarity in content instead of how wedding last year. The trip spanned from they actually happened. Emily is walking Hong Kong to Beijing over two weeks. As in the airport. CUT. She’s walking in the I wander through the footage, gradually street. CUT. Riding down an escalator. pulling clips down onto the timeline, mixTime is crunched and stretched. ing and cutting them up, it’s almost as The end result will not sum up the expethough I fall through the screen and into rience; it will be nowhere near as rich and the computer, suddenly transported back complete as the memories I have of being to late last year as each memory floods there. It will, however, be a time capsule over me. of a completely unique series of moments, I’m entering the subway in Hong Kong. moments impossible to live or capture I tap the Octopus card against the turnagain. stile; it beeps and I walk through. It’s I think that’s why I like making movies. crowded. I pass a large display from CNN. Obama vs. Romney. FREEZE. Emotionally I’m back in that place. Remember, it’s October 2012, and Fellowship and a meal the election is in full swing, I can smell the train, feel at no cost! the nerves about being in a Sat., Nov. 2, 2013 foreign country, the uncertainty about the upcoming Noon - 1 pm election. Emily and I are in our hoSt. Paul’s Lutheran Church tel room looking out over Narrowsburg, NY the jaggedy and intricate Free! All are welcome skyline. Images from Hurricane Sandy flash on the flatscreen TV in the corner of the room. We wonder about our apartment and friends and the Ladies Auxiliary invites you to their back in New York. st The formal Tea Ceremony. Saturday November 2nd , 2013 4:30- 8:00 The wedding couple in traditional Chinese formal red. $10 each – under 10 $7 They bow to all the elder salad, spaghetti with meat sauce family members. Photograor vegetarian sauce bread, phers snap photos. I follow and apple crisp with whip cream! the dog around with a low wide-angle lense. Some moTake outs available ments are candid, some tour-

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Halloween in Narrowsburg

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Live music with John Curtin

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Trunk and Treating

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First Fridays at the Calder Cafe

First Fridays Contemporary Authors Series

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Rose sale

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Sat., Nov. 2 Albi Beluli at the Dancing Cat

BETHEL - Cat favorite Albi Beluli returns for a solo acoustic performance at the Dancing Cat onRoute 17B, starting at 8pm.Visit www.dancingcatsalon.com or call 845/583-3141.

Benefit for Jen Rickert Brownell

A musical melange with Dorothy Stone Hawley â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dorothy Stone, a United States Cultural Ambassador, having appeared in concert, opera and recital on three continents, at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. www. harmonypresents.com. Disco Halloween Party

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First Friday Networking Breakfast

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Breakfast at Blue Horizon Diner, 7:45-9am. Cost: $15 for members.

WHITE MILLS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Benefit for Jen Rickert Brownell at the White Mills Fire Hall, 6-10pm. Food, music, 50/50 and silent auction. Jen has been diagnosed with severe Lyme Disease. Cost: $10, BYOB. 570/253-2506.

Cafe Chocolat Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Retreat

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Church fair

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PA casino bus trip

WURTSBORO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; American Legion Post 1266 PA casino bus trip. Cost: $30 advance. 845/888-4958.

PEEC Wild Things Ball

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will hold a dinner dance, called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Wild Things Ball,â&#x20AC;? at the Hotel Fauchere. Three-course dinner, dancing, and a small auction. Tickets: $125 per person, individual sponsorships, which include 2 tickets, are $500. 570/828-2319.

Sloan Wainwright concert

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; RiverFolk Concerts welcomes folk-pop artist Sloan Wainwright at The Cooperage, 8pm. Wainwright belongs to a musical dynasty of impossibly gifted singer-songwriters. sloanwainwright.com/videos. 845/2526783.

Special glass blowing demos & factory tours

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Special glass blowing demonstrations & factory tours at Gillinder Glass, 39 Erie St. Take a guided tour of the historic glass factory & watch acclaimed guest artists demonstrate the time-honored craft of hand-blown glass. 845/856-5375.

Story time

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Literacy Volunteers of Sullivan County will sponsor a Story Time from 11am to 12pm on the first Saturday of the month at the Read It Again Bookstore. All children must be accompanied by an adult, who will remain with them throughout the hour. Stories will be read to the children, and an activity will follow, time permitting. Story Time is open to all children in grades K-3, and is free. 845/794-0017.

The Beverly Killbillies

ROSCOE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Roscoe Players present â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Beverly Killbillies,â&#x20AC;? a murder mystery dinner theatre presentation at Tennanah Lakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wolfe 1910, 6pm. $35 per person includes appetizers, entree, dessert and show. 607/498-5363 ext. 306, 607/498-5464.

Wade Preston at the Silk Mill

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Wade Preston of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Movinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Out!â&#x20AC;? the Broadway show and Billy Joelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back-up delivers an impeccable show at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. www.harmonypresents. com.

Sun., Nov. 3 All you can eat breakfast

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Chicken BBQ

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Texas No. 4 Fire Company chicken BBQ, Grove St., 12noon2pm. Drive-thru. Cost: $9.50. 570/2530782.

Holiday Bazaar & Craft Show

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Temple Sholom will hold a Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show, 11am-3pm. The bazaar, which is sponsored by the religious school, will feature handmade crafts, jewelry, books, raffles, kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; activities, food, gifts, and fun. Vendor space available. 845/807-6013.

Penny social

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Penny social at The Tri-State Naval Ship, Barcelow St. Doors open at 12, Calling starts at 1:30pm. Aids St. Judes and cancer research. 845/856-NAVY.

Stamp auction

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Philatelic Society 20 lot stamp auction at the Ted Stroeble Recreation Center, 1pm. 845/794-2586.

Variety show

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Musings & Amusementsâ&#x20AC;? a variety show with Leora Cassells at BPOE Elks Lodge, 46 North St., 2pm. Free/Donations accepted. 845/794-3171.

Mon., Nov. 4 Bernie Shore memorial roast beef dinner

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bernie Shore memorial roast beef dinner will be held at Monticello Elks Lodge, 46 North Street, 5-7pm. Dinner sponsored by the Monticello Kiwanis Club. The cost is $12/person. Eat in or take out. 845/794-7050 for ticket info or buy at door.

First Friday at the Hawley Silk Mill

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; First Friday at the Hawley Silk Mill, 6-9pm. Art exhibits, discounts, sales, wine & beer tastings, fashion, stylings, music and more. In conjunction with Open Mic Night at Cocoon Coffee House.

Movie Night

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Wayne County Arts Alliance is showing movies on Monday nights at 7pm on the big screen at the Route 6 Cinema. Presenting a variety of foreign, classic and art films. Come and enjoy the films and stay for the optional discussion that follows. Suggested contribution of $6. 570/390-4420.

Wed., Nov. 6

Sat., Nov. 9

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time

Chili Cook Off

Claudia Nygaard at the Cat

Craft fair

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Story time at the Liberty Public Library will begin immediately following Liberty Elementary School am preschool, 10:40am. Fun crafts and great stories. 845/292-6070. BETHEL - Music row songwriter Claudia Nygaard performs at the Dancing Cat Saloon on Route 17B starting at 7pm. Visit www.dancingcatsaloon.com or call 845/583-3141.

Music Together at The Stoneworks Learning Center

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Music Together runs at The Stoneworks Learning Center (1036 Rear Main St.), 10-10:45am. Children (ages 0-5), led by a certified instructor create & play music, create rhythm patterns, songs, movements to the music as they express themselves through sound. 570/251-7704, info@thestoneworks.org.

Tastes of Wayne County â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Wednesdaysâ&#x20AC;?

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Tastes of Wayne County â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Wednesdays,â&#x20AC;? eat breakfast, lunch and dinner at Scarfallotoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Towne House Diner and Restaurant to benefit The Wayne County Historical Society. 570/253-3240.

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LOCH SHELDRAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce presents â&#x20AC;&#x153;Learn How to Capitalize on Year End Giftsâ&#x20AC;? nonprofit seminar at SUNY SCCC Room G121, 4-6pm. Cost: $15 for chamber members/$25 for non-members. 845/791-4200.

Tea Party Patriots meeting

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Monthly meeting of the Sullivan County Tea Party Patriots will be held at 240 Chestnut St., 7pm. Legislator Gene Benson will be the guest speaker. All are welcome. Email whrotties@ netzero.net or call 845/439-5401.

Fri., Nov. 8 Pork dinner

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pork dinner fundraiser for scholarship programs for The Voice of Democracy and the Patriotic Pen Programs. Seating starts at 4pm last sitting 7pm. Donation $9 per person. 845/8566289.

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Chicken BBQ dinner

Spaghetti dinner

LAKE HUNTINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Cochecton Republican Club chicken BBQ dinner drivethru pick up at the Gasko & Meyer parking lot, 4:30-6:30pm. Prepared by chef Bill Pierpoint. Full dinner $10, 1/2 chicken $7. 845/252-7363.

Support Your Local Churches

MILFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Ann Street School annual spaghetti dinner at The Milford United Methodist Church. Catered by Harford Street Eatery. Includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, bread, beverages and homemade desserts. Adults $8, children $5. There will be a 5:30pm and a 7pm seating. Reservations are preferred. 570/296-6124.

GRAHAMSVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Grahamsville Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary is hosting a chili cook off, 12 noon. If you are interested in participating contact the auxiliary. 845/798-0846. HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Craft fair hosted by the Honesdale High School band at Honesdale High School, 10am-4pm. 40+ local vendors showcasing ceramics, jewelry, woodcrafts, purses, candles, sewn creations, photography, gifts and more. Hornet Cafe open for lunch.

Craft fair

DAMASCUS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Craft fair at the Damascus Community Center, 9am-3pm. 50/50 raffle, proceeds go to the Community Center. 570/729-8320 or 570/224-4217.

Ham dinner

NORTH BRANCH â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Eat in or take out sliced baked ham dinner with baked potato, string beans, roll and dessert at the Grace Lutheran Church, 4-7pm. Adults $10, child under 12 $5, child under 5 free.

Leila Broussard

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Hand-picked as one of the best unsigned artists in the nation by the editors of Rolling Stone and Atlantic Records, Lelia Broussard performs at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. www.harmonypresents.com.

Veterans Day parade

WOODBOURNE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 15th annual Veterans Day parade on Main Street, 1pm. Service to follow at Woodbourne Fire House. Parade Marshall Brian G. Rogers. 845/434-6763.

Sun., Nov. 10 Holiday Craft and Gift Sale

NEVERSINK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Neversink Ladies Auxiliary Holiday Craft and Gift Sale at the Neversink Fire House, 10am-3pm. Homemade crafts, origami owl, jams and jellies, jewelry, ceramics and more. 845/985-2623.

Mon., Nov. 11 Movie Night

Tues., Nov. 12 Great books discussion group

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Diamond as Big as the Ritz,â&#x20AC;? a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, will be discussed at the next meeting of the great books discussion group at the E.B. Crawford Public Library. 7:30pm. Copies of the story are available at the library. New members are always welcome. 845/794-4660.

Teen make-up application class

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The E.B. Crawford Library will host a make-up application

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all proceeds go to the local churches It is also a chance to meet & speak with some of your local candidates

for ticket information call

Jo & Jack Kelly 845-252-3490 or Charlie Knapp Sr. 845-252-7131 Pre-Orders Only â&#x20AC;˘ Takeout Only

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WHERE & WHEN Continued from page 34 class for teens, 6:15pm. A professional make-up artist will teach the basics of make-up application, along with tips and tricks for specific looks. This class is limited to 10 people. Bring your own makeup. Call to reserve your spot: 845/7944660 x 303.

Wed., Nov. 13 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Story time at the Liberty Public Library will begin immediately following Liberty Elementary School am preschool, 10:40am. Fun crafts and great stories. 845/292-6070.

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Square dance

GALILEE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Celebrate life fall square dance at the Unity Grange Hall, 6-10pm. $6 per person, include refreshments. 570/224-4059.

Traditional Bluegrass with The Coaltown Rounders

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Coal Town Rounders, a hard driving four-piece traditional bluegrass band with mandolin, guitar, banjo, bass & tight harmonies from various parts of NEPA, at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. www.harmonypresents.com.

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Chamber of Commerce annual meeting

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce annual meeting, holiday dinner & $10,000 mega raffle drawing aka Third Thursday Networking Mixer at Bernieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Restaurant, 5:308:30pm. 845/791-4200.

Fri., Nov. 15 Book Drive for America Recycles Day

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Come celebrate America Recycles Day with PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center. Bring your novels, field guides and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books with you for the Drop or Swap, 10am-6pm for drop-offs and book swapping. Books left over will be reused by local libraries and organizations or recycled at the Wayne County Recycling Center.

Rose sale

Sat., Nov. 16 Bus trip to New York City

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bus trip to New York City, 8am departure from Monticello Thompson Square Mall Parking Lot, 10am drop off in Manhattan, Lincoln Center (Columbus Ave & 64 St.), 7pm departure from W 59th St. & 7th Ave. Round trip transportation on Rolling V Luxury Coach Bus. Fee: $40. Proceeds benefit Nesin Cultural Arts. www.cdtrips. com.

Crafting paper beads for America Recycles Day

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Learn how to give old magazine pages a new life as beaded bracelets and necklaces at the PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, 10am-12noon. Register: 570/253-7001 or email pplpreserves@ pplweb.com.

Pancake supper

LAKE HUNTINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pancake supper with homemade desserts at the Lake Huntington Presbyterian Church Hall, 5-7pm. Adults $7, children 5-12 $4, children under 4 free.

Silent auction

Endorsed by the Conservative & Independence Parties

acclaimed guest artists demonstrate the time-honored craft of hand-blown glass. 845/856-5375.

KAUNEONGA LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Silent auction at the Community United Methodist Church, 58 Horseshoe Lake Rd., doors open 1pm, calling 2pm.

Special glass blowing demos & factory tours

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Special glass blowing demonstrations & factory tours at Gillinder Glass, 39 Erie St. Take a guided tour of the historic glass factory & watch

Claryville VFD monthly breakfast

CLARYVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Pancakes, eggs any style, French toast, hash-browns, sausage. All freshly made. Takeouts available. $7 adults, $3 children 5 to 11, under 5 free. 845/985-7270. HIGHLAND LAKE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; NACLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resident poet/playwright, Laura Moran new work entitled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last Wordsâ&#x20AC;? at the NACL Theatre, 4pm. Tickets: $20/$10 students. 845/557-0694.

Mon., Nov. 18 Movie Night

Tue., Nov. 19 Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, 9am-12 noon. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Wed., Nov. 20 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Story time at the Liberty Public Library will begin immediately following Liberty Elementary School am preschool, 10:40am. Fun crafts and great stories. 845/292-6070.

Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, 3-6pm. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Music Together at The Stoneworks Learning Center

Professional Women of Sullivan County meeting

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Professional Women of Sullivan County meeting at the White Sulphur Springs Inn Restaurant. Networking 6pm, dinner 6:30pm. Guest speaker Danielle Jose-Decker. The dinner, which includes salad, coffee/tea, and dessert, is $22 per person. 845/794-1595 or mjcat12@ hotmail.com.

Thurs., Nov. 21 Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, bag day, 9am-12 noon. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Millennial Book Club

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The E. B. Crawford Public Library will begin hosting a book

discussion group for young adults in their 20s and 30s (Millenials). The discussion group will meet monthly, reading books aimed at this age group. Mysterious Magic is the theme for the first 3 months. 845/794-4660.

Fri., Nov. 22 Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, what is left is free, 9am-12 noon. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Sat., Nov. 23 Far Beyond Gone

ROCK HILL â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dutchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern, 10pm2am.

Roosevelt Time

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Roosevelt Time, jug-band blues, classic New Orleans soul and neo-folk with a nontraditional lineup of banjo, electric and gut-bucket basses, percussion, clarinet and sax at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. www.harmonypresents.com.

St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Bazaar

MATAMORAS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Bazaar at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church, 307 Ave. F, 9am-3pm. Many craft vendors, bake sale, & flea market. Raffle. 570/4912152.

Mon., Nov. 25 Movie Night

Wed., Nov. 27 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story time

LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Story time at the Liberty Public Library will begin immediately following Liberty Elementary School am preschool, 10:40am. Fun crafts and great stories. 845/292-6070.

Music Together at The Stoneworks Learning Center

Fri., Nov. 29 Holiday Craft Fair

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Delaware Community Center hosts a craft fair, providing a unique assortment of merchandise for holiday shopping. 845/887-5634.

Special glass blowing demos & factory tours

PORT JERVIS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Special glass blowing demonstrations & factory tours at Gillinder Glass, 39 Erie St., 10am-3pm. Take a guided tour of the historic glass factory & watch acclaimed guest artists demonstrate the time-honored craft of hand-blown glass. 845/856-5375.

Sat., Nov. 30 Holiday Craft Fair

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Delaware Community Center hosts a craft fair, providing a unique assortment of merchandise for holiday shopping. 845/887-5634.

The Nat Osborn Band

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Dave Matthews Band opener and king of funky, spicy and intelligent tunes, The Nat Osborn Band performs at Harmony Presents in the Hawley Silk Mill, 7:30pm. 570/588-8077.

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

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TRUCK MECHANIC Must be experienced & qualified in heavy trucks and equipment. Must have own tools, be dependable and honest. FT positions open. FT salary $30k to $60k. Benefits available for career minded individual.

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Rolling V Bus Corp. Call Richie: 434-1110

Sullivan West Central School District Has the following coaching positions open: JV Boys Basketball Modified Girls Basketball 8th Grade JV Basketball Cheerleading JV Modified Skiing Current First Aid & CPR certification is preferred, training is available Applicants should indicate the position in their response. Forward letters of interest sent by November 8th to recruitment@scboces.org or mail it to: Sullivan County BOCES Recruitment Service, 6 Wierk Avenue, Liberty, NY 12754 Attn: Sullivan West Search EOE

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Crystal Run Village, Inc. (“CRVI”) is a leading provider of supports to people with developmental disabilities in Orange, Rockland and Sullivan Counties. We are seeking extraordinary individuals to join us to promote independent living skills of people served in our residential and day programs. CRVI has immediate openings for Full and Part-Time benefits eligible Direct Support Professional (DSP) positions. All shifts (days, evenings, overnights) are available. Relief (on call) DSP positions are also available. Management and supervisory positions are available. At the JOB FAIR, you will learn more about direct support, CRVI and available positions. You can apply online (we will make computers available). Interviewers will be ready to conduct on the spot job interviews for qualified candidates. Successful Applicants will have: good written and verbal communication skills; good general computer skills; and, a valid driver’s license and a driving record acceptable to CRVI’s insurance carrier. CRVI is a great place to work! We offer eligible employees: affordable health insurance; generous paid time off; a retirement plan; employer paid life and long-term disability insurance; tuition reimbursement and more! Call 845-673-4684 to register for the JOB FAIR! You can jump start the process by applying online at http://crvi.org/about/career-opportunities/ and selecting Current Job Postings. Please bring a valid driver’s license with you to the Job Fair so if you authorize us to, we can verify that you are eligible to drive for CRVI.

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Services eling, foundation and wood frame repairs at 1-800-OLD-BARN. www. woodfordbros.com. “Not applicable in Queens county” ARE YOU A 50-79 YEAR OLD WOMAN WHO DEVELOPED DIABETES WHILE ON LIPITOR? If you used Lipitor between December 1996 and the Present and were diagnosed with diabetes while taking Lipitor, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Charles H. Johnson Law toll-free 1-800-535-5727 Business Opportunity WANT MORE? BUY & OWN a BIZ! Auto Body+ Repair Shop Rockland/ Westchester, Pizzeria Orange/ Rockland. Other businesses also available. Call Broker Wm. Smith 845-255-4111 or BizbrokerBill@ gmail.com HOME WEEKLY & BI-WEEKLY EARN $900-$1200/ WK. Class A CDL & 6 Mos. Exp Reg. No Canada, HAZMAT or NYC! SMITH TRANSPORT 877-705-9261 $8,000 COMPENSATION. Women 21- 31. EGG DONORS NEEDED. 100% Confidential/ Private. Help Turn Couples Into Families with Physicians on The BEST DOCTOR’S List. 1-877-9-DONATE; 1-877-936-6283; www.longislandivf. com AIRLINE CAREERS begin here– Get FAA approved Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Financial aid for qualified students– Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM 866-296-7093 GRACE CHRISTIAN DAYCARE, North Branch, 997 County Road 95, for ages 6 weeks to 5 years full-time at $150/week, 845-4824343

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Legal Notice LEGAL NOTICE LIST OF NOMINATIONS STATE OF NEW YORK MONTICELLO, NEW YORK TO THE ELECTORS OF SULLIVAN COUNTY; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the GENERAL ELECTION to be held on TUESDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2013 the following Offices and Proposals may be lawfully voted for, to wit: PROPOSAL NUMBER ONE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 9 of article 1 of the Constitution would allow the Legislature to authorize up to seven casinos in New York State for the legislated purposes of promoting job growth, increasing aid to schools, and permitting local governments to lower property taxes through revenues generated. Shall the amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER TWO, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 6 of article 5 of the Constitution would entitle a veteran who has received civil service credit for a civil service appointment or promotion and subsequently is certified as disabled to additional civil service credit at a subsequent appointment or promotion. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER THREE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to article 8, section 5 of the Constitution would extend for ten years, until January 1, 2024, the authority of counties, cities, towns, and villages to exclude from their constitutional debt limits indebtedness contracted for the construction or reconstruction of sewage facilities. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER FOUR, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 1 of article 14 of the Constitution would authorize the Legislature to settle longstanding disputes between the State and private entities

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over ownership of certain parcels of land in the town of Long Lake, Hamilton County. In exchange for giving up its claim to disputed parcels, the State would get land to be incorporated into the forest preserve that would benefit the forest preserve more than the disputed parcels currently do. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER FIVE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 1 of article 14 of the Constitution would authorize the Legislature to convey forest preserve land located in the town of Lewis, Essex County, to NYCO Minerals, a private company that plans on expanding an existing mine that adjoins the forest preserve land. In exchange, NYCO Minerals would give the State at least the same amount of land of at least the same value, with a minimum assessed value of $1 million, to be added to the forest preserve. When NYCO Minerals finishes mining, it would restore the condition of the land and return it to the forest preserve. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER SIX, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to the Constitution, amending sections 2 and 25 of article 6, would increase the maximum age until which certain state judges may serve as follows: (a) a Justice of the Supreme Court would be eligible for five additional two-year terms after the present retirement age of 70, instead of the three such terms currently authorized; and (b) a Judge of the Court of Appeals who reaches the age of 70 while in office would be permitted to remain in service on the Court for up to 10 years beyond the present retirement age of 70 in order to complete the term to which that Judge was appointed. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? STATE OFFICES State Supreme Court Justice 10 Year Term 3rd Judicial District

Vote for ONE RICHARD J MCNALLY (D-I) 7 Charles St Valley Falls NY 12185 CAROL DONNELLY STEVENS (R-C) 29 Homestead Ln Windham NY 12496 W DENNIS DUGGAN (WF) 102 South Pine Ave Albany NY 12208 COUNTYWIDE OFFICES County Sheriff 4 Year Term Vote for ONE MICHAEL A SCHIFF (R-C-I) 55 Old Monticello Rd Ferndale NY 12734 County District Attorney 4 Year Term Vote for ONE JAMES R FARRELL (R-C-I) 6168 State Rte 52 Cochecton NY 12726 County Treasurer 4 Year Term Vote for ONE IRA COHEN (D-C-I) 310 South Shore Dr Wurtsboro NY 12790 TOWN OFFICES TOWN OF BETHEL Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE DANIEL STURM (D-C-I) 99 Ballard Rd Mongaup Valley NY 12762 JUDITH MAIDENBAUM (FAT LADY) 13 W Shore Rd Kauneonga Lake NY 12749 Clerk 2 Year Term Vote for ONE RITA J SHEEHAN (R-C-I) 17 Lake Dr Swan Lake NY 12783 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE KEVIN RHYNE (D-C-I) 188 Pucky Huddle Rd Bethel NY 12720 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO LILLIAN M HENDRICKSON (DC-I)

5 Schultz Rd White Lake NY 12786 DAWN RYDER (D-STRAIGHT FORWARD) 96 Burr Rd Cochecton NY 12726 CIRINO M BRUNO (R-I) 263 Burr Rd Cochecton NY 12726 JAMES N DILEO (R) Lake St Kauneonga Lake NY 12749 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE WILLIAM CRUMLEY (D-C) 22 W Delaware Pl Ext Smallwood NY 12778 JAMES P CROWLEY JR (R-I) 591 Swiss Hill Rd Jeffersonville NY 12748 Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE DEBRA GABRIEL (D-C) 338 Perry Rd Bethel NY 12720 TOWN OF CALLICOON Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE NANCY LEW LEE (D- RURAL HERITAGE) 214 Maurer Rd Callicoon Ctr NY 12724 THOMAS R BOSE (R-C-I) 150 Menges Rd Youngsville NY 12791 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE EDWARD T MCKENNA (R-C-I) 4131 State Rte 52 Youngsville NY 12791 Town Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO KEN HILTON (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 284 Hust Rd Jeffersonville NY 12748 VAN MORROW (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 58 Sheryl L Davis Dr Livingston Manor NY 12758 SCOTT GAEBEL (R-C-I) 143 Dietz Rd

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Lisa’s... Not Just Antiques! 355 Beach Lake Highway, Honesdale, Pa. 18431, 570-352-3500

Fall Clearance Sale... Lisa needs room for a storage unit full of Christmas !

50% OFF enamel top tables, Drexel Pine table, solid Oak table, everything on the “cement outside” and all planters. bNew items added EVERYDAY!b Also, just took delivery of a truck load of MORE FURNITURE! and.... LIONEL TRAINS!! bAll crystal, dishes, glassware, lighting, linens, clothing, Hunting gear and tools will be 50% OFF through Monday, NOVEMBER 4th. b Lisa’s...Not Just Antiques! Located 10 miles over the Narrowsburg Bridge and 1.3 miles from Route 6. bOpen 6 days a week, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday BY CHANCE!

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

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Rent includes heat, electric, cleaning, high speed internet

3 Bridge Street, Callicoon

845-887-4773

Narrowsburg Apartment Lovely duplex, top floor Perfect for couple or single person. 2 bedroom in Victorian Home. Walk to town & Pecks. $675 Call owner 212-722-8834

PRIVATE HOUSE Port Jervis/ Narrowsburg Area Furnished, large kitchen, washer/ dryer, 2-bedrooms, no smoking, no pets, references required, $675/ month + utilities 516-747-7710

We offer full real estate services in NY & PA.

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Multi Use Property For Sale or Lease Live (work) farm, 15 acres with living space, Honesdale PA area 516-359-0255

EAGLE VALLEY REALTY

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LOVELY RANCH HOME! Features Include A Bright & Sunny Living Room W/ BuiltIn Shelves, Country Eat-In Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms & Full Bath. A Full Basement With Den, Workshop, Storage Area And One Car Garage. Nice Corner Property With Stone Walls. Come Take A Look Today!! $89,900 MLS #32139 For more country properties visit us on the web! www.eaglevalleyrealty.com • eaglevalleyrealty@gmail.com

To advertise, call Eileen: 845-252-7414, ext. 35 Deadline: Mondays, 2:00 p.m.

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MLS # 37321 This tastefully renovated and fully updated 4 BR, 1.5 bath streamfront home has lots to offer: renovated kitchen with cherry cabinets, new bathroom with tile and marble and so much more. This home comes completely furnished. Enjoy the covered porch for outdoor entertaining. Close to Callicoon and the Delaware River - $ 189,000

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THE RIVER REPORTER Legal Notice Callicoon Ctr NY 12724 CHARLES SCHADT (R-C-I) 275 E Hill Rd Jeffersonville NY 12748 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE KRISTOFER P SCULLION (DR-C-I) 37 Seibert Rd Jeffersonville NY 12748 TOWN OF COCHECTON Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE GARY D MAAS (R-C-I) 100 Pinewood Rd Cochecton NY 12726 Clerk 4 Year Term Vote for ONE HOLLYE L SCHULMAN (D) 519 Mitchell Pond E Rd Cochecton NY 12726 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for TWO STEVEN G SAUER (D) 79 County Rd 114 PO Box 37 Cochecton NY 12726 CRAIG S FINE (D-C-I) 15 Walnut Creek PO Box 292 Lake Huntington NY12752 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO PAUL D SALZBERG (D) 117 Devils Rd PO Box 247 Cochecton NY 12726 JOAN C GLASE (D) 76 Cross Rd Cochecton NY 12726 EDWIN P GRUND (R-C-I) 199 Mohn Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 SEAN P NEARING (R-C-I) 314 Mill Rd Cochecton NY 12726 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE KEVIN R ESSELMAN (R-C-I) 92 Stony Rd Lake Huntington NY 12752 Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE EILEEN M HENNESSY (D-C) 295 Mohn Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 TOWN OF DELAWARE Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE STEPHAN LUNDGREN (D) 163 CR 121 PO Box 42 Hortonville NY 12754 EDWARD SYKES (R) 692 River Rd PO Box 424 Callicoon NY 12723 Clerk/Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE TESS MCBEATH (D) 60 Main St PO Box 14 Hortonville NY 12745 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO JOHN MURPHY (D) 736 CR 164 Callicoon NY 12723 JOHN C GAIN (R) 54 County Rd 164 Jeffersonville NY 12748 ALFRED STEPPICH (R) 102 Tonjes Rd Callicoon NY 12723 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE WILLIAM ESCHENBERG (R-C-I) 3836 State Rte 17B Callicoon NY 12723 TOWN OF FALLSBURG

Legal Notice Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE STEVEN VEGLIANTE (D-C-I) 531 Marsh Rd Glen Wild NY 12738 Clerk/Tax Collector 4 Year Term Vote for ONE DONNA AKERLEY (D-C-I) 32 Lake House Rd Woodridge NY 12789 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO NATHAN STEINGART (D-C-I) 866 Glen Wild Rd Woodridge NY 12789 MICHAEL WEINER (D-C-I) 57 Aspen Ln Woodridge NY 12789 VILLAGE OF WOODRIDGE Village Trustee 2 Year Term Vote for TWO LOUIS SAPERSTEIN (ULTRA) 88 Broadway Woodridge NY 12789 LENI M BINDER (PEOPLES CHOICE) 13 3rd St Woodridge NY 12789 ISAAC YITS KANTROWITZ (PEOPLES CHOICE) 3 Coleman St Woodridge NY 12789 TOWN OF FORESTBURGH Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE WILLIAM B SIPOS (D-C) 21 Valley Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 Clerk/Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE JOANNE K NAGODA (R-C) 2752 Ste Rte 42 Forestburgh NY 12777 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE MARYJEAN D CARROLL (D-C) 82 St Josephs Hill Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO ROBERT J SIPOS (D) 20 Foster Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 KATHERINE L BARNHART (DFORESTBURGH FIRST) 4 Bradford Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 SUSAN PARKS-LANDIS (R-C) 79 St Josephs Hill Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE DAN HOGUE JR (D-C-I) 1117 Sackett Lake Rd Forestburgh NY 12777 JOE RUGGERI (R) 2813 State Rte 42 Forestburgh NY 12777 TOWN OF FREMONT Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE GEORGE CONKLIN III (R-C) 24 Hankins St Hankins NY 12741 Clerk 2 Year Term Vote for ONE MESA GREIER (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 41 Obernburg Rd Obernburg NY 12767 DIANE HESS (R) 368 Buck Brook Rd North Branch NY 12766 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE FRANK ARMSTRONG (D-R-C)

Legal Notice 398 Buck Brook Rd Roscoe NY 12776 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO SAM AVRETT (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 376 Tennahah Lake Rd Fremont Ctr NY 12736 KATE SYKES BOWERS (DRURAL HERITAGE) 751 Basket Rd Long Eddy NY 12760 LOUIS J MILUCKY (R) 222 Morris Turk Rd Long Eddy NY 12761 BRIAN BRUSTMAN (R-C) 12 Fink Rd North Branch NY 12766 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE JOE NIERO (D) 258 Friedenstein Rd Long Eddy NY 12760 JOHN J HUBERT (R) County Rd 93 Fremont Ctr NY 12736 Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE LOREEN GEBELEIN (D) 192 County Rd 94 Hankins NY 12741 TOWN OF HIGHLAND Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE ANDREW BOYAR (D-C) 592 Rte 55 Eldred NY 12732 Clerk 4 Year Term Vote for ONE DOREEN HANSON (D-C) 17 Hanson Ln Yulan NY 12792 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for One KATHRYN A SWEENEY (D-C-I) 62 Park Rd Yulan NY 12792 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO DONALD J HAAS (D-R-C-I) 176 Eldred Yulan Rd Eldred NY 12732 SCOTT E HALLOCK (D-R-C-I) 57 Hartung Rd Highland Lake NY 12743 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE THOMAS H EBERS (D-C) 633 Rte 55 Eldred NY 12732 TOWN OF LIBERTY Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE HAROLD BAUMAN (D-I) 45 Delaware Ave Liberty NY 12754 JOHN LENNON JR (R-C) 539 E Hill Rd Jeffersonville NY 12748 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO CONSTANTINE CHANOV (DWF) 178 Denman Rd Liberty NY 12754 BRIAN MCPHILLIPS (D-C) 185 Old Loomis Rd Liberty NY 12754 CHRIS AUSTIN (R-I) 91 Midway Rd White Sulphur Spgs NY 12787 RUSSELL REEVES (R-C-I) 45 Castle Hill Rd Parksville NY 12768 Highway Superintendent 4 Year

Legal Notice Term Vote for ONE TIMOTHY PELLAM (D-R-C-I) 51 Townsend Rd Liberty NY 12754 TOWN OF LUMBERLAND Supervisor 4 Year Term Vote for ONE NADIA RAJSZ (D-C-I) 53 Pine Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 RON THIELE (R) 43 Lower Lumber Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 Clerk 4 Year Term Vote for ONE VIRGINIA V HORN (D-R) 23 Mountain Laurel Ln Glen Spey NY 12737 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE CHARLES D FALLON (D-R) 750 Leers Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO MARTHA TULLY (D-C) 20 Smith Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 JAMES AKT (D-R-C) 162 Upper Lumber Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 JENNY MELLAN (R) 1638 Forestburgh Rd Glen Spey NY 12737 Highway Superintendent 4 Year Term Vote for ONE DONALD F HUNT JR (R-I) 17 Buena Vista Pt Glen Spey NY 12737 TOWN OF MAMAKATING Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE WILLIAM HERRMANN (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 106 Pickles Rd Bloomingburg NY 12721 JOHN MOUL (R-MAMAKATING COACH) 145 Smith Rd Wurtsboro NY 12790 HAROLD K BAIRD (C-I) 11 Old Roosa Gap Rd Bloomingburg NY 12721 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE CYNTHIA DOLAN (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 13 Helm St Wurtsboro NY 12790 MARCELLE MATTHEWS (RC-I-WF) 192 NaShoPa Rd Bloomingburg NY 12721 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO BRENDA J GIRALDI (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 388 Upper Pine Kill Rd Westbrookville NY 12785 MATT TAYLOR (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 758 Winterton Rd Bloomingburg NY 12721 MICHAEL W ROBBINS (R-C) 36 Old Roosa Gap Rd Bloomingburg NY 12721 REGINA SAUNDERS (R-C-I) 23 Amberlite Dr Bloomingburg NY 12721 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE RILEY BUDDY PLATT (D-RURAL HERITAGE) 12 Old Mountain Rd

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Spring Glen NY 12483 VINCENT P LAMENDOLA (R-C-I) 43 Fish Hatchery Rd Wurtsboro NY 12790 TOWN OF NEVERSINK Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE MARK MCCARTHY (D-C) 294 Big Hollow Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 DON A STARNER (R-I) 27 Gilles Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 Clerk/Tax Collector 2 Year Term Vote for ONE LISA M GARIGLIANO (D-R-C-I) 8 Chestnut Dr Grahamsville NY 12740 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE MARY GRACE CONNEELY (D-I) 14 Sheeley Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 BRIAN T EDWARDS (R-C) 39 Armstrong Dr Neversink NY 12765 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO DONNA SCHICK (D) 429 Big Hollow Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 RICHARD I COOMBE JR (R-C-I) 62 Old Brodhead Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 MICHAEL S MULLEN (R-C-I) 6552 State Rte 52 Liberty NY 12754 Council (Vacancy) 2 Year Term Vote for ONE JESSE A NOREN (R-I) 18 Loretta Dr Neversink NY 12765 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE PRESTON KELLY (D-R) 21 Coombe Rd Grahamsville NY 12740 TOWN OF ROCKLAND Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE EDWARD J WEITMANN (D-C) 370 Willowemoc Rd Livingston Manor NY 12758 Clerk/Tax Collector 4 Year Term Vote for ONE JUDY A NEWMAN (D) 1582 Old Rt 17 Roscoe NY 12776 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE PETER FEINBERG (D-C) 210 White Roe Lake Rd Livingston Manor NY 12758 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO EDWIN E EDWARDS (D) 23 Edwards Ln Livingston Manor NY 12758 ROBERT W EGGLETON (D) 33 Riverside Dr Roscoe NY 12776 CHARLES A IRACE JR (R) 453 Little Ireland Rd Livingston Manor NY 12758 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE THEODORE W HARTLING (DR-C) 56 Treyz Hill Rd Livingston Manor NY 12758 TOWN OF THOMPSON Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE WILLIAM RIEBER JR (D-C) 412 Wild Turnpike Rd

Rock Hill NY 12775 RAMON M CEDEIRA (RTHUMBS UP) 84 Coopers Corner Rd Monticello NY 12701 GERALD R FIELDING (I) 18 Jacob Dr Monticello NY 12701 Clerk 4 Year Term Vote for ONE MARILEE J CALHOUN (D-R-C-I) 333 Cold Spring Rd Monticello NY 12701 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for ONE MARTIN S MILLER (D-I) 134 Gregory Rd Monticello NY 12701 SHARON L JANKIEWICZ (R-C) 442 Wolf Lake Rd Rock Hill NY 12775 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO RICHARD SUSH (D-C-I) 998 Old Liberty Rd Monticello NY 12701 JOHN A PAVESE (D-NEW BEGINNING) 348 Dingle Daisy Rd Monticello NY 12701 MICHAEL P CROISSANT (R-I) 400 Broadway Monticello NY 12701 JAY S RUBIN (R-C) 93 Rubin Rd Monticello NY 12701 Highway Superintendent 4 Year Term Vote for ONE RICHARD L BENJAMIN JR (RC-I) 531 Southwoods Dr Monticello NY 12701 TOWN OF TUSTEN Supervisor 2 Year Term Vote for ONE BERNARD LOHMANN (D-C) 7851 State Rte 52 Narrowsburg NY 12764 CAROL ROPKE WINGERT (R-IRURAL HERITAGE) 1540 Crystal Lake Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 Clerk/Tax Collector 4 Year Term Vote for ONE NICOLE A PETERS (D) 60 Second Ave Narrowsburg NY 12764 DEBRA C WASYLYK (R-C) 69 Forest Pond Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 Justice 4 Year Term Vote for TWO CARMINE F RUFRANO (D) 1205 County Rd 23 Narrowsburg NY 12764 THOMAS H NUTTYCOMBE (DR-C-I-RURAL HERITAGE) 61 Bridge St Narrowsburg NY 12764 DAVID M CASEY (R-I-RURAL HERITAGE) 511 Swamp Pond Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 CHARLES W HOFFMAN (C) 10 Lackawaxen Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 Council 4 Year Term Vote for TWO JANE LUCHSINGER (D) 7805 State Rte 52 Narrowsburg NY 12764 ANDREA REYNOSA (D-I-RURAL HERITAGE) 1724 County Rd 23 Narrowsburg NY 12764

40 • OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 6, 2013 Legal Notice EDWARD NED LANG (R-C) 5 Engleman Ln Narrowsburg NY 12764 RICHARD PIERCE (R) 75 Evergreen Ln Narrowsburg NY 12764 Highway Superintendent 2 Year Term Vote for ONE GLENN A SWENDSEN (R-RURAL HERITAGE) 86 Hickory Ln Narrowsburg NY 12764 LEWIS F MECKLE III (C) 66 Old Cochecton Rd Narrowsburg NY 12764 Notice of Formation of 546 Realty LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 7/25/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. Notice of Formation of Green Acres Bungalows LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 7/25/13. 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 93 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. 585 SAINT JOHNS PLACE PROPERTY LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 1/26/04. 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, 500 Fifth Ave., 29th Fl., NY, NY 10110. General Purpose. Notice of Formation of 527 Realty LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 7/25/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. NOTICE OF ORGANIZATION Notice of formation of limited liability company (LLC). Name: Power Principles LLC (the Company). Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/26/2009. NY office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the Company may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of any such process to: c/o the Company, P.O. Box 333, West Brookville, New York 12785. The Company is to be managed by one or more members. No members of the Company shall be liable in their capacity as members of the Company for debts, obligations or liabilities of the Company. No member of the Company, solely by reason of being a member, is an agent of the Company for the purpose of its business, and no member shall have the authority to act for the Company solely by virtue of being a member. Purpose/ character of the Company: any and all lawful activities.

Legal Notice NOTICE TO BIDDERS Town of Tusten Please take notice the Town of Tusten will receive bids for the following: 1-Hyster 20 ft. Tilt-Bed Trailer, dual wheels tandum, 20 ton 1-1.25 yard side Dump Bucket, very little use & fits CAT tool carrier All in as is and where is condition. Bidders may submit bid on all or any individual item until 2 p.m. on Nov. 12, 2013. Bids will be publicly opened and read at Nov. 12 Board meeting. Sealed bids should be clearly marked “Surplus Bid” and shall be mailed or delivered to the office of the Town Clerk at 210 Bridge St., PO Box 195, Narrowsburg, NY 12764. A Non-collusion certificate must accompany each bid, which may be obtained by contacting the Town Clerk or the Highway Superintendent. The items can be viewed at the highway barn at 6067 NYS Rt. 97 upon contacting the Highway Superintendent, Glenn Swendsen at (845) 252-7500. The Town of Tusten reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bidding and to re-advertise for new bids. BY ORDER OF THE TUSTEN TOWN BOARD Oct. 8, 2013 Tusten Town Clerk Carol Coney Notice of Formation of Roth Management LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 8/19/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: 385-387 FRASER REALTY LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/16/2013. 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 P.O.B. 110747, BROOKLYN, NY 11211. Purpose: any lawful purpose. Notice of Formation of 4118 Realty LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 6/4/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: WEST PARK GROUP HOLDINGS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/16/2013. 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 45 Broadway, Suite 3010, New York, NY 10006. Purpose: any lawful purpose.

THE RIVER REPORTER Legal Notice NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. NAME: TRAPPFBP LLC. Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) on 09/25/13. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY has been designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail a copy of process to the LLC, c/o Franklin Trapp 39 Forestburgh Road, Forestburgh, New York 12777. Purpose: For any lawful purpose, Theater, Tavern. Notice of Formation of RR Prop LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 8/19/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. Notice of Formation of 4302 Realty LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 7/25/13. 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 98 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities. NOTICE OF FORMATION of limited liability company (LLC). Name: WEST PARK GROUP INVESTORS LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 10/16/2013. 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 45 Broadway, Suite 3010, New York, NY 10006. Purpose: any lawful purpose. Notice of Formation of Alpine Bungalows LLC, Art. of Org. filed Sec’y of State (SSNY) 7/25/13. 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 92 S. Maplewood Rd., Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activities ROOSA ENTERPRISES LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 10/10/13. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY design. Agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to Larry Roosa PO BOX 454 Wurtsboro, NY 12790. Purpose: Any lawful activity. Registered Agent: Larry Roosa PO BOX 454 Wurtsboro, NY 12790. 589 SAINT JOHNS PLACE PROPERTY LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 5/23/03. 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, 500 Fifth Ave., 29th Fl., NY, NY 10110. General Purpose. CAPE RYDER, LLC Art. Of

Legal Notice Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 10/10/2013. Off. Loc.: Sullivan Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to The Limited Liability Company, 325 Albany Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity. BRIANBILL LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 7/22/13. 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, 60 First Ave., #9A, NY, NY 10009. General Purposes. ANIKA LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 9/19/13. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 32 Bristol Circle, Rock Hill, NY 12775. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 33 Pleasant St., Monticello, NY 12701. TO THE ELECTORS OF SULLIVAN COUNTY, New York: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to §4-120.1 of the Election Law of the State of New York that at the GENERAL ELECTION to be held on TUESDAY November 5, 2013 the following Offices and Proposals may be lawfully voted for, to wit: PROPOSAL NUMBER ONE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 9 of article 1 of the Constitution would allow the Legislature to authorize up to seven casinos in New York State for the legislated purposes of promoting job growth, increasing aid to schools, and permitting local governments to lower property taxes through revenues generated. Shall the amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER TWO, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 6 of article 5 of the Constitution would entitle a veteran who has received civil service credit for a civil service appointment or promotion and subsequently is certified as disabled to additional civil service credit at a subsequent appointment or promotion. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER THREE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to article 8, section 5 of the Constitution would extend for ten years, until January 1, 2024, the authority of counties, cities, towns, and villages to exclude from their constitutional debt limits indebtedness contracted for the construction or reconstruction of sewage facilities. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER FOUR, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 1 of article 14 of the Constitution would authorize the Legislature to settle longstanding disputes between the State and private entities over ownership of certain parcels of land in the town of Long Lake, Hamilton County. In exchange for giving up its claim to disputed parcels, the

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State would get land to be incorporated into the forest preserve that would benefit the forest preserve more than the disputed parcels currently do. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER FIVE, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to section 1 of article 14 of the Constitution would authorize the Legislature to convey forest preserve land located in the town of Lewis, Essex County, to NYCO Minerals, a private company that plans on expanding an existing mine that adjoins the forest preserve land. In exchange, NYCO Minerals would give the State at least the same amount of land of at least the same value, with a minimum assessed value of $1 million, to be added to the forest preserve. When NYCO Minerals finishes mining, it would restore the condition of the land and return it to the forest preserve. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? PROPOSAL NUMBER SIX, AN AMENDMENT The proposed amendment to the Constitution, amending sections 2 and 25 of article 6, would increase the maximum age until which certain state judges may serve as follows: (a) a Justice of the Supreme Court would be eligible for five additional two-year terms after the present retirement age of 70, instead of the three such terms currently authorized; and (b) a Judge of the Court of Appeals who reaches the age of 70 while in office would be permitted to remain in service on the Court for up to 10 years beyond the present retirement age of 70 in order to complete the term to which that Judge was appointed. Shall the proposed amendment be approved? STATEWIDE OFFICES Justice of the Supreme Court 3rd Judicial District in place of George Ceresia COUNTY WIDE Sheriff in place of Michael A Schiff District Attorney in place of James R Farrell Treasurer in place of Ira Cohen TOWN OF BETHEL Supervisor in place of Daniel Sturm Clerk in place of Rita J Sheehan Justice in place of Kevin Rhyne Council in place of Denise Frangipane Council in place of Lillian M Hendrickson Highway Superintendent in place of Lynden Lilley Tax Collector in place of Debra Gabriel TOWN OF CALLICOON Supervisor in place of Thomas R Bose Justice in place of Edward T McKenna Council in place of Charles Schadt Council in place of Scott Gaebel Highway Superintendent in place of Kristopher P Scullion TOWN OF COCHECTON Supervisor in place of Gary D Maas Clerk in place of Hollye L Schulman Justice in place of Steven G Sauer Justice in place of Craig S Fine

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SPORTS BRIEFS

By Richard Ross sportsinsightsny.com

Glory days Sullivan West quarterback Richard Shevak bulls his way across the goal line despite the weight of T-V tacklers. Shevak had two rushing TD’s on the day as well as throwing a TD pass to Cody Franskevicz.

Tri-Valley’s Justin Swarthout races for his second TD of the day. He also threw a 60-yard TD pass to Jared James

AKE HUNTINGTON, NY — “These (20:13.86) was 40th. Maas and Dutton look are the days of our lives.” Those to return to states this year. Sullivan words made famous by television’s West hopes its top three runners that timelessly popular soap opera aptly apply include Meyerer, Dutton and Corrine to the young men and women who have deVanWagner (20:48.21) in 48th place will voted themselves wholeheartedly to their all make it to the big race. Finishing ahead exploits on the fields and trails this fall. of Dutton in 43rd place was Tri-Valley’s These precious autumn days are waning, Alex Brooks (20:34.34). The Lady Bears but the memories encoded therein will not to places 50, 51 and 52 with Brittany fade, thanks to the thousands of photos Pennell (20:49.50, Autumn Bender taken and the stories written that will pre(20:58:88) and Sabrena Smith (20:53.90). serve these noble youthful endeavors for Team-wise it was Tri-Valley in eighth, time immemorial. The great triumvirate Monticello in 11th and Sullivan West in of high school fall athletics, namely foot14th. The girls field featured 130 runners. ball, soccer and cross-country, will soon The Lady Bears are the defending Section reach their respective denouement, but for IX class C champions and with their depth now the glory days are still unfolding. look to be the odds-on favorite to retain This past week’s OCIAA championtheir crown. In the Section IX Class D ship was a great forerunner to the Noboys soccer sectionals, number-onevember 1 Section IX Cross-Country seeded Eldred (8-6-2) played third seeded championships that will be run on the Family School (5-8-1) on October 29. The same course at Bear Mountain. Running Yellow Jackets were seeking their firstagainst all comers from schools large and ever Section IX boys soccer title. Their small, harriers at the OCIAA last appearance in the title meet sought to test their metgame was in 1988. In Class B, tle against the course and sixth-seeded Fallsburg fell to their own class competitors number three Rhinebeck 4-0. in the Section IX meet. There, Fifth-seeded Liberty (10-6) the top team from each class beat number four Highland along with the five top run4-0 in the quarterfinals ners aside from those on the and faced Rhinebeck in the winning team will qualify semifinals on October 29. In to run in the state meet at girls soccer sectionals top—Alfred, Queensbury High School on seeded Eldred played secondNovember 9. Sullivan County Lord Tennyson seed Livingston Manor on had its share of great perforOctober 29 for the Section IX mances at the OCIAA race. Tops among title. Meanwhile seventh-seeded Liberty county boys was Monticello’s Joe Klein (6-7) fell to number two-seeded James I. (16:29.74) who took 24th place. Tri-Valley O’Neill 5-1. junior Ian Kurzrock (16:39.40) was 28th. In football, Roscoe/Downsville Teammates Hauk Boyes (17:31.24), Livingston Manor punched its ticket Brenden Hasbrouck (17:45.24) and Aidto the Section IX Class D title game vs. an Woolsey (17:56.27) were 63rd, 70th and Chester with a 39-13 win over Eldred. 78th respectively. Eldred’s Kevin Maas Liberty fell to John S. Burke Catholic 46(17:59.03) was 78th and Sullivan West’s 12 in a non-league preview of the Class C semifinals slated for November 1 at Dietz Dan Paparella (18:18.08) shattered his Stadium. Sullivan West defeated Tripersonal best time by 30 seconds as took Valley 61-21 as Jared Meola, Richard 81st just ahead of T-V’s Justin Weintraub Shevak and Andrew Stabbert racked (18:12:58) in 82nd and Eldred’s Jake Wilup two touchdowns apiece. Brian Stauch loughby (18:18.08) in 86th out of the field and Travis Roeder each had one TD for of 156 runners. Team-wise, Port Jervis the Westies 3-4 (1-2 Class C Division II). took first place. T-V finished 12th, MonJustin Swartout had two rushing TD’s ticello was 16th. Sullivan West was 17th, for the Bears and Jared James caught a Liberty 20th, Livingston Manor 22nd and 60-yard TD pass for the other T-V score. Fallsburg 23rd. T-V fell to 0-8 (0-3 Class C Division II). In the girls race Monticello’s Camryn For more details on this game and other Johnson (18:55.24) was the county’s best events during the week, visit www. in 12th place. Her twin sister Sydney sportsinsightsny.com. For albums of Johnson (19:29.25) was 19th. Sullivan photos check out www.sportsinsights. West’s Courtney Meyerer (20:09.93) was smugmug.com. 36th just ahead of Eldred eighth grade phenom Kayla Maas (20:12.59) in 39th place. Sullivan West’s Kelsey Dutton

“...When can their glory fade? O the wild charge they made!”

Sullivan West’s Andrew Stabbert crosses the goal line to score as a leaping Justin Swarthout tries to prevent the stalwart junior from tallying his second TD of the day.

Tri-Valley’s Ian Kurzrock (16:39.40) was 28th as he recorded his personal best time.

Photos by Richard A. Ross sportsinsightsny.com

Monticello senior Joe Klein (16:29.74) was the top boy finisher from Sullivan County at the OCIAA Cross-Country championships. He placed 24th overall among the field of 156 runners.

Sullivan West senior Zach O’Connor hauls in a 32-yard pass from quarterback Richard Shevak to convert on a third down play. T-V’s Jared James is defending on the play in the Westies’ 61-21 win over Tri-Valley on the Bears’ Homecoming Day.

Sullivan West’s Courtney Meyerer (20:09.93) runs by the shores of Hessian Lake at Bear Mountain. Meyerer finished 36th overall behind the Monticello Johnson twins who were the county’s top finishers. Camryn Johnson was 12th in 18:55.24, while Sydney was close behind in 19th with a time of 19:29.65.

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Statewide deer hunter survey underway

EW YORK STATE — When New York State developed its 2012-2016 deer management plan, some hunters expressed strong interest in modifying hunting rules and regulations to allow more bucks to live to older ages and develop heavier bodies with larger antlers. As a result of that input, one of the objectives in Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) current deer management plan is to “encourage various strategies to reduce harvest of young (1.5-year-old) bucks in accordance with hunter desires.” Now, DEC is conducting a new statewide deer hunter survey, seeking current information on hunters’ views in order to understand how different buck harvest strategies may affect hunter satisfactions. In October, the Human Dimensions Research Unit at Cornell University mailed 7,000 questionnaires to a random statewide sample of big game license holders with an invitation to participate in the survey. By gathering information on the relative importance hunters place on different types of deer hunting and harvest opportunities, the survey will help wildlife managers identify which buck management strategy best balances hunter opinions in various regions of the state. DEC Commissioner Joseph Martens said, “I encourage hunters and other deer management stakeholders to support our efforts to address yearling buck harvest strategies through a systematic and balanced process.” The basic elements of buck harvest strategies were discussed in DEC’s 2012-13 and 2013-14 Hunting and Trapping guides, and are discussed further at Buck Harvest Management on the DEC website. DEC staff will consider survey results along with deer population management needs across various regions of the state as a basis for possible regulation changes for fall 2015.

Photos by Joanne Letendre

Injured owl released after treatment UPPER DELAWARE RIVER VALLEY— An injured barred owl found in early October near Narrowsburg, NY was taken to the Delaware Valley Raptor Center (www.dvrconline.org, or 570/296-6025) in Milford, PA. Following treatment by raptor rehabilitator Bill Streeter, the recovered owl was released into the wild last week at the spot where it was found.

Playground Incident By Inez George Gridley The eagle soared above the playground with his mate, For a silent space Babel was stilled and every face Tipped back to watch. The white head gleamed Catching the rays of thin December sun. There were no vapor trails, No ferns of fog Growing in forests of blue air, But for a soundless time — (Remember this!) Great wings were there.

TRR photo by Amanda Reed

This poem comes from the book “Journey from Red Hill,” published by CRS OUTLOUDBOOKS.

Though sometimes harder to spot than their younger counterparts, mature white tailed deer are hiding in the woods of Pennsylvania and New York.

Pheasants released in time for hunting season

PPER DELAWARE AND MID-HUDSON RIVER VALLEYS — Pheasant hunting is underway in New York and for Region 3 (counties of Sullivan, Orange, Delaware Dutchess, Putnam and Ulsters) the season extends from now through February 28. Annually, about 30,000 adult pheasants, which are raised on a game farm near Ithaca, are released just prior to and during the fall pheasant hunting season. Releases occur across the state on both state and private lands open to public hunting. New York State also helps sponsor a Day-old Pheasant Chick Program that provides additional opportunities for pheasant hunters. This program was developed in the early 1900s to provide day-old pheasant chicks to cooperating 4-H groups and sportsmen and sportswomen. The chicks are distributed to program participants in May and June, and cooperators incur all costs associated with rearing the birds, including feed, water, utilities and facility construction. Anyone interested in raising and releasing pheasants to expand next year’s hunting opportunities should contact DEC’s Reynolds Game Farm at 607/ 273-2768. To find the location of pheasant release sites in the Upper Delaware and Mid-Hudson valleys, see www.dec. ny.gov/outdoor/9349.html.

SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 10/23 10/24 10/25 10/26 10/27 10/28 10/29

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Reservoir levels October 29, 2013 Cannonsville: 67.9% Pepacton: 76.1% Neversink: 76.1% Total: 78.9% Normal Total: 69.4% Total in 2012: 79.1%

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RIVER TALK

By Scott Rando

Halloween ‘goblins’

alloween is associated with many things; today it’s mostly trick-ortreating or costume parties. If you go back in history, however, it can be observed that there was much more of a supernatural element in people’s beliefs. Many of these supernatural beliefs had to do with nature and natural events. A lot of superstition over various creatures

What seems to be a sunbathing barred owl on a blanket, is actually a rescued owl being held by Bill Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center. Aside from Halloween superstition, some Native American tribes such as the Apache Nation, viewed owls as creatures to be feared. Beneficial rodent eaters, their call can be heard as “Hoo, Hoo. Who cooks for you?”

got started in the Middle Ages, when we didn’t understand them or their interaction with the environment. In many cases when people didn’t understand animals or their adaptations back then, they were to be feared. Bats, which became a permanent part of Halloween lore, are a good example of long-standing superstition. Bats were strange flying creatures that appeared only at night, and to people of the past, their random flight seemed somewhat aggressive. They had no idea of a bat’s echolocation use to forage for flying insects, and this beneficial adaptation helped fuel a lot of superstition, for example that bats were used by witches for magic brews, or they got tangled in people’s hair, etc. Today, much observation and study have dispelled the myths of supernatural critters, but they still are traditionally celebrated as icons of Halloween. On the long list of unusual or “scary” critters many have strange or unusual adaptations that enable them to survive in the wild, and in some cases, to be beneficial as well.

TRR photos by Scott Rando

Garden spiders, with their large, striking yellow body and a web that may be two feet or more in diameter, frequently instill unwarranted fear in people. They are harmless outdoor spiders that are considered beneficial. Some females may be seen guarding eggs until the first frost.

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Andrew Scott and Jennifer Clark, owners of Eminence Road Farm Winery in Long Eddy, rely on Jeff Bank for their business banking.

An afternoon of personal storytelling with Jonathan Fox at Cafe Devine, 33 Lower Main Street, Callicoon Saturday, November 9 from 3-5 pm Join Jonathan & Dharma the Wonder Dog for the afternoon when

you choose the topic and he tells the story! “He knows a little bit about a lot of things!” - The River Reporter “Fox is ubiquitous.” - Ellie Ohiso, Green Door Magazine

“He follows me everywhere I go!” - Dharma the Wonder Dog

This is a FREE event, but donations are gratefully accepted.

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