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The controversy on Pelnor Hollow Road A bridge comes between neighbors

By FRITZ MAYER

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OSCOE, NY — Robert Plumstead and his wife have been traveling to their seasonal cabin on 50 acres on Polner Hollow Road, on the private part of the road, since 1977. But in the last two years, they have not been able to visit it very much, because it can’t be accessed by vehicle.

The cabin is more than a mile away from a small bridge that was damaged in Superstorm Sandy in 2012. The delay in repairing the road has been caused by a dispute between neighbors.

The small bridge had been damaged before Superstorm Sandy in other storms, and after those earlier events, Plumstead would get together with his neighbor George Kirby and Doug and Elaine Fettig, and they would all work together to get the bridge fixed, according to Plumstead and Kirby’s sister, Donna Rose Grimm, who also often visited the cabin in the past.

But after Superstorm Sandy, the Fettigs were not eager to have the bridge repaired. The Fettigs have a large house on the public part of Pelnor Hollow Road, which is maintained by the town of Colchester. According to Grimm, the Fettigs installed an alarm system at the site, so they could be alerted whenever anyone travels on the private road, even though the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) says that the private part of the road is a public right-of-way.

The road leads to state lands, hiking trails and a DEC-maintained lean-to that may be used by overnight hikers.

A spokesperson for the DEC said in an email to The River Reporter, “Pelner Hollow Road is a private road. DEC owns a right-of-way on the road that allows the public to access state-owned property. A private landowner placed a locked gate on the road due to a bridge on private property that is in disrepair and unsafe for motor vehicle travel.

DEC is going to install signs near the gate to inform the public of the road closure. The public can still legally access the state-owned property via

This bridge was damaged in Superstorm Sandy in 2012, and a dispute among neighbors has kept it from being repaired.

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This is the cabin that the owner has not been able to drive to for two years because of a damaged bridge.

Doug and Elaine Fettig have erected this gate in front of the damaged bridge, but a sign warns that this is a private road, when in fact, according to the New York Department of Environmental Conservation, which manages state land on the other side of the bridge, it’s a legal public right-of-way.

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the right-of-way on foot or by other non-motorized modes of transportation.”

Because the bridge runs over a small brook, the DEC must issue a permit before the bridge can be repaired. Kirby and Plumstead have agreed to pay the $12,000 to fix the bridge and even signed checks to have the repairs made. According to Plumstead, the permit has been applied for, but the Fettigs won’t allow the contractor to fix the bridge. Plumstead said he was informed by DEC that only the Fettigs may apply for the permit to fix the bridge.

The DEC was asked to confirm this aspect of the story, but so far the DEC has not responded to that question.

The Fettigs were asked to comment on the matter and, after first agreeing to do so, responded this way: “We have given more thought to this request, and have discussed it with the attorney who is representing us on this matter. As this is a private matter, we do not feel it is appropriate to discuss in the press.” While the Fettigs consider it a private matter, the DEC says the public has a right to traverse this private road, by foot or bike for now.

According to Plumstead and Grimm, at one point the Fettigs said they would allow the bridge to be repaired but only if Kriby and Plumstead signed a document, prepared by the Fettig’s attorney. Plumstead and Grimm said the document had some onerous conditions: that the heirs of the owners of the two cabins would have no right to inheritance rights; that the number of visitors would be limited; that permission to travel the private road and DEC right-of-way could be revoked at any time.

Plumstead wrote in an email: “Our attorney told us not to sign that document, or we would be giving up our legal rights, that now exist.”

The road has been used to access the two cabins since they were built in the late ‘50s or early ‘60s.

But now, Plumstead and his wife, and Kirby and his sister, can only access the cabins after a rather long walk.

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New parking and sewer fees Getting around the property tax cap

By ANYA TIKKA

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ORT JERVIS, NY — New sewer and parking fees came up again and again at the October 28 council meeting in Port Jervis. Residents got up to speak during the public comment sections at the beginning and end of the meeting to protest that they simply couldn’t afford to pay more fees, and many said they were looking to move out of town. The council passed a law to allow for sewer-use fees in order to pay for state-mandated repair of the ancient system, to the tune of $38 million. The fees have not put into place yet, but are being considered for next year’s budget. Due to the state-mandated 2% property tax cap, the money won’t be raised from taxes.

City resident Joe MalFatone said, “I’m baffled about this whole sewer fee thing. You’re going to charge us a seweruse fee; it’s going to pay for the repairs. But that same sewer is going through my backyard, and I’m already paying for it through my taxes. Now you’re going to charge me twice. I’m a little uptight. The town is changing and some say it’s for the better, but people who live here or have businesses are asked to pay for this and that, and I see what’s coming, but how are we going to do this? [And a] parking lot, now we’re going to be charged a fee for that?”

MalFatone added he’s a working, taxpaying resident with a wife and four kids who felt they were being forced out of the city, and instead, people living on welfare were going to move in.

Councilmember and senior advisor Stanley Siegel, who’s also the housing committee liaison, asked for people to come to meetings to share their views, saying that at a recent public hearing only one couple showed up. “Things can be changed,” he said, adding the town invites and welcomes people’s input, and that it’s hard to know what residents are thinking unless they voice their opinions.

Resident Lorraine Marquez commented, “I understand we’re under a tax cap, and can’t raise our taxes. There seems to be an awful lot of confusion over this, so I ask you to put in writing what the tax cap is, what the sewer services are. As a citizen, we need to have a lot more communication coming from you.”

Mayor Kelly Decker responded saying, “I’m making every effort to put out communication as much as I can— whether it’s Facebook, our website, newsletter, [or a] video that’s now on the Internet so people can stream it.”

Regarding the parking fees, Decker said the council would consider some special arrangements for residents.

Siegel said, “Nobody’s out to harm anyone; we’re trying to make the city better. We have to come up with $38 million that can’t come out of taxes. If anyone can come up with a different way, let us know.”

In other business, Decker shared the good news that Department of Motor Vehicles offices are TRR photo by Anya Tikka going to stay in Port Joe MalFatone raised questions during Jervis. public comment about the proposed sewer and parking fees in Port Jervis.

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IN BRIEF Public hearing for Youngsville bridge replacement

PA home heating assistance now available

YOUNGSVILLE, NY — There will be a public hearing held by the New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) on Wednesday, November 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Youngsville Firehouse regarding a proposed replacement bridge to be constructed on State Route 52 over the Panther Rock Creek in Youngsville.

The creek has flooded several times over the past decade, and the proposed plan would enlarge the area under the bridge to allow more water to pass through during flooding events.

The proposed plan would also have an impact on three commercial properties in the hamlet.

A copy of the draft project scoping report/final design report can be obtained from the DOT at 518/4572385 or 607/721-8116.

The Youngsville Environmental Preservation Committee, which can be reached at 845/482-4997 or 845/482-3333, is disseminating information about the hearing.

HARRISBURG, PA — State Sen. Rob Teplitz announced on November 3 that residents in need of home heating assistance can now apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

The federally funded LIHEAP offers assistance in the form of a cash grant, sent directly to the utility company.

“The LIHEAP program has provided valuable relief to many families struggling to pay their heating bills,” said Teplitz. “No family should be left in the cold, and that’s why I encourage anyone who is having trouble with their utility bills to take advantage of this reliable and valuable program.”

Grants are based on household income limits: $17,505 for an individual homeowner or renter, or $35,775 for a family of four. In addition to proof of income and household size, applicants must provide a recent heating bill.

For more information or for an application, visit www.compass.state.pa.us or call 866/857-7095.

Sullivan Public Health Services issues Ebola information LIBERTY, NY — The Sullivan County Public Health Services has issued a press release saying the organization “has been very busy over the past month focused on keeping the community and its health care and emergency response planning partners informed about preparedness efforts in response to concerns about Ebola.

“It is very important that everyone understands that in order to be infected with Ebola you must have had direct contact with the bodily fluids of someone who is infected with Ebola and has symptoms. The risk of that happening to the average person here is very, very small. In addition, a person who was exposed to someone with Ebola but who has no fever and no symptoms of Ebola is not infectious to others. If you have not had direct contact with someone who is sick with or has been exposed to someone with Ebola, you are not at risk.

“If you have general questions about Ebola, there is a statewide information line to answer questions about Ebola: 800/861-2280. It is free, and trained operators are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The line is for public health information purposes only. Anyone with medical concerns should call their health care provider or 911.”

Indoor farmers market at Cooperage to start again HONESDALE, PA — On Saturday, November 8, the fourth season of the winter Cooperage Farmers’ Market will kick off inside The Cooperage at 1030 Main St. Consumers are encouraged to visit local farmers and artisans, stock up on local goods and grab brunch from The Market Café. The Cooperage Farmers’ Market will be on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“The chilly weather is bringing us inside The Cooperage,” says Pennell Whitney, board member of The Cooperage Project, “but the farmers will still provide us with fresh produce.” Each week, seasonal produce, meats, breads, baked goods, ready-to-eat meals and prepared meals will be available.

Looking for greens during the winter? Most local farms have hoop houses, which are like green houses, that allow the farmer to grow leafy greens during the cold winter months.

Returning vendors for the 2014/2015 winter season of the market are The Anthill Farm, Twin Maples Farm, Salem Mountain Farm, Safford Farm, Mount Pleasant Herbary, Marcia’s Homemade, Beach Lake Bakery and Journey’s End Farm.

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Funding a community—online

By ISABEL BRAVERMAN

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EGION — A national trend that has gained popularity has come to the area: online crowdfunding. Using websites like Indie GoGo and Kickstarter, non-profit organizations, businesses and individuals can raise money to fund projects. The campaigns can cover a range of topics, interests and ideas—anything from theatre to science, from technology to music. Local organizations have been successful in this new form of online fundraising, such as NACL Theatre, BÀ & ME and North School Studio, and some are in the process right now, like the Delaware Highlands Conservancy’s campaign to create a river access in Long Eddy, NY. How do these websites work? Although the projects are different, the fundraising webpage is similar. There is detailed information about the project—what it is, who’s behind it, why they need the money, and what they are going to do with the money. Often there will be a video at the top of the page. There is a set amount of money that needs to be raised and a definitive time frame; if the money is not raised in that time then they do not get the money. The site tracks how much money is being raised every time a contribution is made, and tells you how much more is left to go and how many backers there are. Then, there are set amounts of how much a backer can contribute, usually starting at around $10 and reaching toward $1,000 or $5,000. Each amount of

pledge money has a “reward” attached to it, and the reward gets bigger and better as the amount goes up. For example, BÀ & ME, a Vietnamese restaurant in Callicoon, NY, created an Indie GoGo campaign to expand to a larger location. Their “perk” for a $20 contribution is “You’re awesome. You deserve a wink, a hug and a pat on the back. Thanks a bunch!” and for $250 you get two free meals, a 10% VIP card and your name on the BÀ & ME notable donors page.

There are a few reasons this type of fundraising works. One is that people feel like they are being a part of something.

NACL Theatre created a campaign for its original play “STRUCK.” The campaign was immensely successful; their goal was $12,000 and they ended up with $22,290.

Tannis Kowalchuk, the co-artistic director of NACL, said a part of that success can be attributed to the donors who “felt a part of making it all happen—part of the creation—that is an amazing way to give and receive.” Isaac Green Diebboll, founder of the North School Studio in Callicoon, who made a Kickstarter campaign to make design additions to the Weigh Station venue, said, “People want to support each other. And there is a science to this fundraising approach that involves incentives, gifts, consistent communication and video updates. It creates a culture that ‘users’ want to be part of.”

Another reason it works on the local small-community level is that what you give you get back, just in a different form.

Nhi Mundy, the owner of BÀ & ME, wrote

on its Facebook page, “We’re not asking for a handout. We’re offering our community a way to participate by paying it forward. Fund us so that we can feed you.

Help us grow, so that we can help grow our community.”

One other thing essential to an online crowdfunding campaign is you need, well, a “crowd.” Green Diebboll spoke about the importance of a social network.

“In order for the machine to work, you need to have built a fairly stable social network of people who already support you. It’s reliant on social capital and how well you articulate your project through the website—you have to tell a story, or do something weird enough that will intrigue people to become part of it.” How many people you reach is vital.

Some national campaigns have gotten a lot of media attention. There was the campaign to make potato salad that raised $55,492. The campaign description reads, “Basically I’m just making potato salad. I haven’t decided what kind yet.”

The campaign demonstrated a key ingredient of success: it’s not what you are offering but how you present the offer. The humor of raising money to make potato salad worked. Then there was actor Zac Braff, who made a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for his new movie “Wish I Was Here,” a follow-up to “Garden State,” an indie movie with a huge following.

Many critics were angry that a rich movie star would ask for money. But it was successful and raised over $3 million, proving that fans want to support artists

TRR photo by Isabel Braverman

Vietnamese restaurant BÀ & ME successfully launched an Indie GoGo campaign to expand the restaurant to a new location. Verbiage on the website says, “By helping BÀ & MĘ reach our goal, you’re not only helping a small business grow, you’re helping us create new jobs, stimulate growth and tourism, bring together communities, add ethnic diversity and cultural value to one of the most economically depressed areas.” they believe in.

There is a current Indie GoGo campaign to improve the Long Eddy River Access, sponsored by the Delaware Highlands Conservancy. The description on the website says, “We’re all so lucky to call the Upper Delaware River region home, whether we live here year-round or look forward to our visits. And part of what makes us all so lucky is being able to access the river safely and easily.” The goal is $5,000, and as of press time the campaign had raised $1,130. The campaign will close on December 3. To view the campaign and make a contribution, go to www.indiegogo.com/projects/improve-the-long-eddy-river-access.

Tusten passes budget with one dissent

By ISABEL BRAVERMAN

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ARROWSBURG, NY — There was a public hearing preceding the Tusten Town Board meeting on Monday night to discuss the town’s proposed 2015 budget. The half-hour public comment period did not have any public comment.

The board presented the 2015 budget and explained that there would be a 1.5% tax increase. In the past two years, there had been no increase. “You can’t always go with a zero; I try to go low,” Supervisor Carol Wingert said.

Although Councilman Ned Lang was not in attendance, he had previously sent an email that Supervisor Wingert read aloud. Lang voted “no” on the budget because he disagreed with the salary for the bookkeeper, which is $43,090. The board disagreed with Lang, saying that the bookkeeper, Karen Valenti, is an invaluable asset, and that she assumes other duties besides bookkeeping. With no comment from the public, the board put the 2015 budget to a vote, and it was passed.

During board comment, Wingert said it was the smoothest budget meeting she’s done. “Three hours total and the budget was done,” she said. “Everyone did their homework and read everything we sent out.”

Also during the meeting, Larry Boudreau, director of land development for The Chazen Companies, made a presentation regarding plans for the waterfront development plan, specifically the Main Street deck. He explained that the new deck would be made of stamped and dyed concrete, would have a cable railing to offer a better view of the Eddy, and would merge seamlessly with the sidewalk. The estimated cost is a little over $300,000. The majority of that expense is for the foundation of the deck, which would have to be drilled down into the rock. The construction would take one season, or about three months, to complete.

It was also announced that the state has approved the allocation of the $106,000 grant that the town received toward the waterfront redevelopment project for the deck. The allocation is because other components of the plan cannot be worked on now because of the construction of the bridge. That means that so far the town has $106,000 plus the $25,000 grant from the Narrowsburg Beautification Group for a total of $131,000 toward the cost of the deck. They still need about $170,000. The town board talked about possible fundraisers, as well as online crowdfunding (see story above). The board also discussed getting a bond, as interest rates are low right now.

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Top guns in Wayne HONESDALE, PA — Sharpshooters on Wayne County’s payroll were recognized on October 30. Sheriff’s department deputies competed at the recent Pennsylvania Deputy Sheriff’s Association 2014 Top Gun firearms match. A four-man team finished first in the marksman competition and Deputy Michael Botjer finished in first place in the male expert competition. Deputies provide security at the county courthouse, where Commissioner Brian Smith recalled that there was once a shooting incident.

“This is not overkill… They keep us safe,” he said. Pictured with commissioners Wendell Kay, back row left, Brian Smith, and Jonathan Fritz, are deputies Ray Gabikian, front row left, Chad Hankinson, Michael Botjer and Ray Picquette. Sheriff Mark Steelman is pictured to the right.

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New details in police shootings Affidavit of probable cause lays out the crime

By FRITZ MAYER

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LOOMING GROVE, PA — The affidavit of probable cause in the arrest of accused cop-killer Eric Matthew Frein lays out more details about the night of September 12, when Frein lay in wait for his human targets to appear at the front of the Pennsylvania State Police Blooming Grove Barracks.

The document says Cpl. Bryon Dickson was leaving the front door of the building at about 10:50 p.m. heading toward his car when he “immediately dropped to the ground in front of the door where he remained motionless. These actions were observed via the station surveillance system.”

Police communications officer Nicole Palmer, who had arrived at work five minutes earlier, said she saw Dickson walk through the door before he was shot.

She went to help Dickson and another shot was fired. She then went back inside to call 911 but was unsuccessful.

She went back to Dickson, who asked her to get him inside, but she was unable to do so.

Trooper Alex Douglas at the time of the shooting was in the lower parking lot. He approached Dickson, who was motion-

less. Then Douglass too fell to the ground, but he was able to crawl into the building.

Another trooper was able to move Douglass into the secure part of the building.

The document says four bullets were fired within the space of 90 seconds.

Other officers were then able to use a patrol SUV as a shield to get to Dickson and they brought him into the station, but it was too late to save him.

Four shell casings were found the next day where the shooter would have been hiding.

Two days later Frein’s vehicle was found partially submerged in a retention pond near the Blue Heron Estates. An officer searched the Jeep, and found it was registered to Frein. Many items belonging to Frein were found in it, including his driver’s license and “camouflage face paint, flashlights, a black hooded sweatshirt, two empty rifle cases, military gear, and various information concerning foreign embassies.”

Shell casings were also found, and they matched the casings found at the murder scene.

The next day police spoke with Frein’s parents, who confirmed that the Jeep and the items found in it belonged to their son. His father also said that when his son

shoots, he doesn’t miss.

On September 19, a signal from Frein’s cell phone indicated that he was about three miles from his home in Canadensis, and the state police focused the search on that area for the remainder of the operation. Police found a camp site and some of Frein’s personal items, including his checkbook and cell phone, two improvised explosive devices (IEDs). A later examination of the IEDs found they were both “functional IEDS that were capable of causing injury or possible death to persons who would be in the immediate vicinity of the IED.” Also, notes were found that were apparently an account of the shooting in Frein’s own words. A portion of the police transcription reads: “Fri Sept 121, got a shot around 11 pm and took it.” “He droped (sic).....I was surprised at how quick.” “I took a follow up shot on his head/neck area. He was still and quiet after.....Another cop approached the one I just shot.

As he went to kneel I took a shot at him and jumped in the door. His legs were visible and still. I ran back to the jeep....

I made maybe half a mile from the GL road and hit a road block. I didn’t expect one so soon. It was only 15-20 min. I did a turn a mile from them and pulled into

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This is the booking photo of Eric Matthew Frein; police said he already had the wounds on his face when he was arrested. a development I knew had unfinished access road..... Hearing helos I just used my marker lights missed the trail around a run off pool and drove straight into it. !Disaster! Made half attempt to stash AK and ran.”

A review of the notes did not give any indication that the identities of either trooper shot were known by the shooter.

Police also discovered much more information that implicates Frein as the shooter, which will be brought out later at trial.

Two part-time public defenders have been appointed to defend Frein, and will be paid $178 per hour to do so.

Taking up the challenge of kindness

By DAVID HULSE

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ONESDALE, PA — There was a lot of orange among an unusual standing-room-only crowd at the October 30 weekly Wayne County Commissioners’ meeting, and it had nothing to do with Halloween.

Orange is the color adopted by the nationwide Rachel’s Challenge movement, which stems from the writings of Rachel Scott, who was the first victim of the Columbine High School shootings in 1999.

October 28 was the second “Go Orange,” Rachel’s Challenge Day and participants came to tell the commissioners about it.

Described as a program to enhance education by improving social interactions at school and increasing school safety, the challenge has moved a wider population in Wayne County.

An announcement of the upcoming day asked those who “look for the best in others… dream big, choose positive influences and really try to always speak with kindness,” to wear orange that day.

They did, from Hawley to Honesdale to Forest City in Lackawanna County.

There were orange T-shirts, ribbons, and banners everywhere, and photos they

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More than 20 enthusiastic representatives from four area school districts, Wayne Memorial Hospital, area businesses and others reported the results of Wayne’s second “Go Orange,” Rachel’s Challenge Day to county commissioners. brought proved it.

Students speaking at the meeting described a day that was about kindness, “Being nice to others and spreading the notion,” one explained. Forest City had a Parade of Kindness. At Wallenpaupack Area High, a king and queen of kindness were crowned. At Wayne-Highlands, the cafeteria windows sported stars with words of kindness. Honesdale’s Halloween parade on October 28 was even more orange than usual, with Rachel’s Challenge participants.

A mom who works at the Honesdale National Bank read her daughter’s challenge material and thought, “why just the

schools?” She won approval to have all of the bank’s branches participate.

Donna Decker of Wayne Memorial Hospital said some 17,000 information packets about Rachel’s Challenge were distributed by participants.

Volunteers went to community meetings, libraries and senior citizen gatherings, speaking and spreading the word.

An administrator at the Hawley branch campus of Lackawanna College said she was shocked when all her adjunct instructors came to work wearing orange.

County government was involved, as 175 employees attended training focused on reversing negativity and bullying.

Organizers thanked the local T-shirt maker, who worked overtime; construction companies that donated badges and orange construction tape; Home Depot, which donated ribbon bows; and many others who contributed to the event.

Commissioner Jonathan Fritz said, “I’m moved by the staying power of this.

It’s profound….”

Decker summarized, “This is what Wayne County is about, and always has been, but Rachel’s Challenge gives you permission.”

Rachel Scott left a legacy of reaching

out to those who were different, who were picked on by others, or who were new at her school. Shortly before her death she wrote, “I have this theory, that if one person will go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same. People will never know how far a little kindness can go.”

About Rachel’s Challenge Rachel’s Challenge is a national non-profit organization based on the life and writing of 17-year-old Rachel Scott, who was the first student killed at Columbine High School in 1999. It is dedicated to creating safe, connected school environments where learning and teaching are maximized. Rachel’s Challenge provides a continual improvement process for schools, designed to awaken the learner in every child. It motivates and equips students to start and sustain a chain reaction of kindness and compassion that transforms schools and communities.

Rachel’s Challenge includes a series of student-empowering, educator-motivating programs and strategies called the Awaken the Learner Five-step School Improvement Process, which equips students and adults to create and sustain safe, caring and supportive learning environments essential for academic achievement.

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The future of NY Green Howie Hawkins makes gains for greens

By FRITZ MAYER

line or the WOR line. Instead a considerable number of Teachout supporters are EW YORK STATE, NY — In the 2014 planning to vote for Hawkins. gubernatorial race in New York, Hawkins, in turn, appealed for the Green Party was in sixth place Teachout voters to back him in a press on the ballot, after Democrat, Republican, release on October 27. He wrote, “I am Conservative, Working Families Party and making a direct appeal to all those Independence. But in the run-up to the elecwho supported and voted for Zephyr tion, the Green candidate, Howie Hawkins, Teachout. I am appealing to all those was polling at 9%, and higher in some who care about women’s equality, frackplaces. If he maintained that lead through ing, Albany corruption, clean energy, Election Day, or even lower, he stood a good full and equal funding of schools, the chance of taking the third place slot on the end of high-stakes testing, and all the ballot away from the Conservative Party other progressive values Ms. Teachout and moving Green into the slot right after stood for.”

Republican. “This,” Hawkins told a crowd Teachout said she was not endorsing Contributed photo at a stump speech, “would be a calling card any candidate this year, and her folHowie Hawkins was the Green for the next election.”

Party candidate for governor lowers should vote their conscience, beWhy is Green polling better than it tradi- of New York in the election that cause, with Cuomo so far ahead in the tionally has? Part of the reason has to do just ended. polls, there is no chance that his Repubwith Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Working lican challenger, Rob Astorino, is going Families Party (WOR). Early in the year, to win. one faction of WOR wanted to endorse law professor The education issue has been particularly effective and political activist Zephyr Teachout as its candidate for Hawkins. Educators are upset with Cuomo because for the governor’s office. Cuomo made quite a few conhe has been a strong supporter of charter schools, cessions and promises to the WOR and thus secured which many educators believe shortchanges students that party’s nomination. in the public school system. In remarks to a newspaper At the time, State Sen. John Bonacic and others said editorial board days before the election, Cuomo called Cuomo “sold his soul” to garner WOR backing. Among the public education system a monopoly and promised the promises he made was that he would campaign to to “break” it. help the Democrats take back the state senate, which That drew the ire of many educators, and Cuomo’s has been headed by Republicans with the support of attitude about public education was one of the reasons five breakaway Democrats. Critics say Cuomo’s supthe Hawkins garnered the endorsement of six teachers’ port of Democratic candidates has been lackluster. unions in the state.

Among the other promises Cuomo made was to supAs part of his campaign materials, Hawkins writes, port an increase in the minimum wage and to work for “The current governor, Andrew “1%” Cuomo, has gone public financing of campaigns. Some in WOR believed out of his way to attack public education. He supports that would be the end of the matter. But Teachout, havthe corporate privatization of our schools by pushing ing been asked by some in the WOR to run on their line, high-stakes testing linked to the Common Core Standecided she would instead run in the Democratic pridards to evaluate schools, students and teachers, unmary. Teachout, who campaigned in Sullivan County dermining teachers’ professional autonomy, and favorat least three times, put in a credible showing. She garing private charter schools over public schools.” nered more than 176,000 votes compared to Cuomo’s Hawkins’ goal for this election seems to be to make 300,000. the Green Party a bigger, stronger part for the elecA lot of the people who voted for Teachout are not now tions to follow. Hawkins got 5.1% of the vote. inclined to vote for Cuomo either on the Democratic

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Unofficial election results New York contested races New York 19th Congressional District Chris Gibson ................... REP, CON, IND ......................112,293 Sean Eldridge ................. DEM, WOR ............................. 60,982 New York Governor Andrew Cuomo ............... DEM, WOR, WEP, IND ...... 1,829,789 Rob Astorino ................... REP, CON, SCC................. 1,340,634 Howie Hawkins ............... GRE ...................................... 163,789 Michael McDermott......... LIB........................................... 13,775 Steven Cohn ................... SAP ........................................... 4,270 Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli ............ DEM, WOR, IND, WEP ...... 1,971,182 Robert Antonacci ............ REP, CON, SCC................. 1,180,791 Theresa Portelli .............. GRE ........................................ 85,905 John Clifton..................... LIB.......................................... 23,029 Attorney General Eric Schneiderman ......... DEM, WOR, IND, WEP ..... 1,835,105 John Cahil....................... REP, CON .......................... 1,336,207 Ramon Jimenez.............. GRE ........................................ 71,668 Carl Person..................... LIB........................................... 21,623 Justice, 3rd Dstrict Justin Corcoran: ............. DEM, IND ................................ 93,238 Lisa Fisher: ..................... REP, CON ............................ 108,573

Pennsylvania contested races PA House District 111 Sandra Majo ................... REP............................................ 7030 John Heptig .................... DEM ........................................... 2378 PA Congressional District 10 Tom Marino ..................... REP............................................ 6275 Scott Brion ...................... DEM ........................................... 2767 Nick Troiano.................... INP ............................................. 3690 Governor Tom Corbett .................... REP.................................... 1,559,712 Tom Wolf......................... DEM ................................... 1,897,560 Party abbreviations: Democratic-DEM, Republican-REP, Conservative-CON, Independence-IND, Independent-INP, Working Families-WOR, Green-GRE, Women’s Equality-WEP, Libertarian-LIB, Sapient-SAP, Stop Common Core-SCC

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EDITORIAL

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Chicken controversy Food for thought

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ith more Americans changing their conceptions about eating healthier food and living more sustainable lifestyles, it’s time for local officials to take these matters into consideration, too. The trend to eat food that is grown close to where you live is not going away any time soon—whether that’s buying from local farmers or growing, raising, or producing some of one’s own food. Likewise the movement to live more sustainably on this earth is here to stay, and one central idea includes enabling individuals to become more self-reliant and be able to produce more of what one needs for him/herself, his/her family. For many who are turning to more sustainable lifestyles, change often begins by starting a vegetable garden or raising backyard chickens.

Enter the Village of Liberty, which is embroiled in a debate over whether its inhabitants may keep chickens. It all started when the village code enforcement officer sent a notification of violation to the family of 13-year-old Joseph Galli Jr., a boy with special needs, indicating that he could not keep backyard chickens under village law— a law that had not been enforced in recent memory. The Gallis then turned to the village’s Zoning Board of Appeals for relief, but the board ruled in favor of the code enforcement officer’s upholding the chicken ban. This decision, in turn, drew a large number of residents on

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both sides of the chicken flap to a municipal government meeting in October, where many (but not all) spoke in favor of allowing backyard chickens. The village trustees indicated that they had heard everyone’s opinion, and they are now in the process of researching the matter to see what other communities do, before making any decision about rewriting the law. (Meantime, the code enforcement officer reportedly has put the prosecution of chicken violations on hold.)

Around the country, one can find similar stories not only about municipalities banning urban and suburban chickens, but also sometimes banning home gar-

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"Regard it as just as desirable to build a chicken house as to build a cathedral.”

—Frank Lloyd Wright

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dens. In 2011, a Detroit woman faced 90 days in jail for planting a vegetable garden in her front yard.

So, what is a municipality to do in the face of two conflicting freedoms? One is the freedom to use one’s private property to meet one’s own needs, whether this be planting a vegetable garden or raising chickens to produce eggs for the breakfast table, for example. The other is the freedom of neighbors to live without practices they deem to be a nuisance—noise, odor, aesthetically unattractive conditions, etc.—the kinds of problems commonly addressed by zoning rules.

We believe that among the many good reasons to allow the raising of backyard chickens is the possibility of uncertain economic times that may well lie ahead. Hard times happen—to individuals, to communities, to entire countries—and so as times change, it is best to be ready.

In fact, for a significant number of Americans, hard times are already here; in 2013, 14% of households (17.5 million households) were food insecure (www.feedingamerica.org/hunger-in-america/impact-of-hunger/ hunger-and-poverty/hunger-and-poverty-fact-sheet. html). For these and other Americans, raising backyard chickens or planting gardens (yes, even in the front yard) is not a harm to be avoided but a step toward increased self-sufficiency, sustainability and transition to a more secure future. If done right, these practices can also create stronger communities while having a positive practical effect, as did, for example, the 20 million Victory Gardens that produced more than 40% of the fresh vegetables grown in the U.S. in 1943 (www.learnnc.org/lp/editions/ nchist-worldwar/5883) during World War II when such gardens were seen as an expression of patriotism.

We believe that the ability to grow one’s own food is a fundamental right, and that it need not be at odds with the power of municipalities to draft reasonable rules to regulate these activities in order to minimize nuisance complaints, keep the local peace and reduce negative impact on property values. Outright bans, however, we believe to be anachronistic. Urban homesteading, smallscale agriculture, home gardens, and, yes, raising backyard chickens are to be supported and encouraged by thoughtful communities and municipal governments, rather than to be banned.

This past July, The New York Times ran an article titled: “New York City Backyards Welcome Chickens and Bees” (www.nytimes.com/2014/07/27/realestate/newyork-city-backyards-welcome-chickens-and-bees.html).

In 2013, NYC had just 22 complaints about chickens and 11 complaints about beehives vs. 1,012 complaints about dogs. If a metropolis of eight million people can figure out how to accommodate chickens (hens are OK, roosters are illegal), surely the Village of Liberty can, too.

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MY VIEW

RIVER MUSE

By David Lupinski

By Cass Collins

Recycle old fabric on America Recycles Day

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s America Recycles Day nears on Saturday, November 15, national and state recycling leaders challenge New York State residents to keep 1.4 billion pounds of clothing and textiles out of the trash.

Since the first Earth Day 44 years ago, remarkable progress has been achieved in protecting our environment and conserving natural resources. From a recycling standpoint, each of us doing our small part every day to keep bottles, cans and paper materials out of the trash is collectively reducing greenhouse gases, diverting materials from limited landfill space and supporting thousands of jobs statewide. Unfortunately, the same environmental achievement cannot be claimed when it comes to unwanted clothing and other household textiles. New York State residents trash about 1.4 billion pounds of these materials each year, with a market value exceeding $200 million.

That’s approximately 70 pounds for every New York citizen annually and an economic loss of $1 billion over the course of only five years. If all of us kept unwanted clothing and textiles out of the trash, approximately 9,000 new jobs could be generated across the state to manage this material stream. In conjunction with America Recycles Day, communities across the state are teaming up to encourage residents to donate and recycle their unwanted clothing and other household textiles.

The “Clothes the Loop NY” campaign is led by the New York State Association for Reduction, Reuse and Recycling (NYSAR3) in conjunction with the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART), and the Council for Textile Recycling (CTR). Information about what to donate and where to donate can

be found at www.NYtextiles.org.

A few facts: y An amazing 95% of all used clothing, footwear and other cloth household products, including sheets, towels, curtains, blankets and pillowcases can be recycled, including clothing that is torn, missing buttons, or has broken zippers or a few stains. y Currently, 85% of unwanted clothing, footwear, and household textiles are winding up in the trash; only 15% is being reused or recycled. y The U.S. EPA reports that more than 12 million tons of used clothing and household textiles are discarded across the country annually, while only 2.25 million tons are recovered for reuse or recycling.

NYSAR3 has formed a coalition of non-profit charitable organizations, including the Rescue Mission, Salvation Army, Goodwill Industries and for-profit used clothing companies to collaborate in helping New York residents to keep textiles out of the trash. Recovering these materials will produce environmental, economic and social benefits across the state.

On the first Earth Day, as a nation, we took notice of how we were destroying our environment. Collectively, we decided to take action and make a difference. In recognition of America Recycles Day, NYSAR3 challenges all New York residents to once again make a difference by dropping off their unwanted clothing and textiles to reduce waste, generate jobs and preserve natural resources.

[David Lupinski is president of the New York State Association for Reduction, Reuse and Recycling, which is based in Albany, NY.]

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Trailers for Lumberland: Part II This is in response to Hall Smyth’s letter [of October 29] titled “Trailers for Lumberland” (www.riverreporter.com/letters-editor/4302/2014/10/29/trailers-lumberland).

Smyth heard the end of a conversation. I am not taking issue with the storage of RV’s/ camping trailer’s. I felt that RV’s/camping trailers should not be used as a residence.

The gentlemen who responded “no” to my “poll” in the audience, who built/designed his home and pays $10,000 in taxes, emphatically does not want a camping trailer on a lot next to his. Like most people who are homeowners it is their life’s investment; they work hard to pay off a 30-year mortgage and hope

that their investment increases over time and possibly use that investment for their retirement. What about the second homeowner who has bought their dream vacation home, only to find out that the town could be littered with camping trailers as residences?

What would stop people from buying land, setting up a camping trailer and renting it out? This would not only decrease property values, it would also deter future home/land sales in the area. I would encourage you to visit Mr. Smyth’s Barryville Antique Emporium, a “rare destination” on scenic Route 97 in Pond Eddy. It’s worth the trip.

Caroline Akt Glen Spey, NY

A cautionary tale

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utte, Montana was once a boom town for copper mining. Massive steel head-frames still dot the landscape throughout the city. At night they are illuminated in crimson. In the last part of the 19th century, more than 100,000 people lived in Butte, from all parts of the world. It was a cosmopolitan city with theaters, grand hotels, elegant mansions and a Victorian amusement park with a wooden roller coaster and vast public gardens.

Now 30,000 people live there, next to the largest EPA Superfund site in the nation. The locals call it the “Pit.” It is an egregious scar on the landscape whose background includes the Rocky Mountains and a sky that seems to go on forever.

Our daughter moved to Butte last summer. It was a “convenient” place to merge her interest in public history with her interest in a young man who is getting his education at Montana Tech. Or, as she likes to say, it was as far away from us as she could get on U.S. soil. She accepted an internship at a history museum in Missoula and a job at a cafe in Butte. She loves it there.

We went to see what she liked about it. The landscape is stunning, with rough-edged mountains encircling a vast landscape. The city of Butte is a three-hour trip to Yellowstone National Park through mountain-pass roads dotted with sparkling lakes, waterfalls, red-rock and granite walls, evergreens and golden Aspen trees, elk and eagles.

Both Butte and Missoula have active arts communities. Anywhere artists can live cheaply and in the thrall of nature spawns those. Both cities have historic districts that have managed to preserve some of the distinctive architecture of the boom years. In Butte’s Finlen Hotel, whose guests included Presidents Truman, Kennedy and Nixon among other notables, only the lobby is open to non-guests. But oh, what a lobby! Thick marble walls and floors, soaring ceilings, massive chandeliers invite you in. But when asked if the Art-Deco-signed coffee shop is open, the concierge confesses, “No, we found the sign in the basement.” The Finlen, like Butte, is not what it used to be.

What happened to Butte was greed, with no thought for the future. At the height of the mining, one man, William A Clark, was reeling in up to $2 million a day from his holdings. His competitors, known collectively as The Copper Kings, were yielding similar returns. Thousands of immigrants from Ireland, Germany, Italy joined former African-American slaves to work in the mines that were a mile deep in life-threatening conditions for a living wage. Coal was the principal energy source, which gave Butte its nickname as Pittsburgh of the West for the thick black smog that settled easily in its valley. Mines never took a holiday; they operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week, three shifts a day.

If the coal smog wasn’t bad enough, the Copper Kings used huge smelters to extract the ore. The smelters spewed toxic sulphur over the city. The huge Anaconda smelter is the tallest man-made masonry structure in the nation. It stands in a National Park site that is too toxic to visit, just 30 miles from Butte.

When the ore was fully mined in the methods then used, the Copper Kings left Butte behind, preferring to invest their profits in the stock market and New York real estate than to clean up their mess. William Clark built and lived in a mansion on Fifth Avenue in New York City while he ran for the U.S. Senate from Montana. He had to resign his seat after a vote-buying scandal, but was later re-elected.

Montanans are hard-put to forget their history of abuse by corporate interests. Their best reminder is an open pit of toxic waste in the middle of the former grandeur of Butte. In 2012, six months after the U.S. Supreme Court upheld its Citizens United ruling, overturning Montana’s 100-yearold Corrupt Practices Act against corporate contributions to election campaigns, Montana voters approved a ballot initiative (293,000 to 98,000) stating that “corporations are not entitled to constitutional rights because they are not human beings.” They ought to know.

[For more information on mining in Montana, read “The War of the Copper Kings” by C.B. Glasscock. Helena, MT: Riverbend Publications, 2002.

ISBN 1-931832-21-8]

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DEATH NOTICES Maryann Alvarez Maryann Alvarez of Albany, NY passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 24, 2014. She was 56.

A private service will be held with the family at a later date.

Donations in her memory can be made to your local Mental Health Association.

William Warren (Bopper) DeFebo Sr. William Warren (Bopper) DeFebo Sr. of Lackawaxen, PA passed away on October 25, 2014 following a car accident. He was 51.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Shohola, PA on Thursday, October 30, 2014 with Rev. Thomas Major officiating.

Memorial donations can be made to Saint Ann’s Catholic Church, P.O. Box 86, Shohola, PA 18458.

Joan C. Gregory Joan C. Gregory of Westbrookville, NY died Monday, November 3, 2014 at the Valley View Center, Goshen, NY. She was 75.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 5, at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis, NY with Rev. Jake Jacob officiating.

Interment will take place at Indian Orchard Cemetery, Indian Orchard, PA. Memorial contributions can be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., Hudson Valley, Rockland, Westchester, NY Chapter, 2 Jefferson Plaza Ste. 103, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601-4060.

Roy D. VanFradenburg Roy D. VanFradenburg, formerly of White Lake, NY, passed away on October 28, 2014 in Summerfield, FL. He was 88.

Cremation was performed by Neptune Society.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Quick, green, energy-saving tips Help save money, energy & the environment

Add caulk or weather stripping to seal air leaks around leaky doors and windows.

— From the Tusten Energy Committee

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS

COMMUNITY CURRICULUM

Free Thanksgiving meal in Monticello MONTICELLO, NY — The Food Pantry Committee of the Monticello Interfaith Council is planning a free community Thanksgiving Meal on Saturday, November 22 and is asking for contributions from area groups and individuals. The meal will be held between 12 noon and 4 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Monticello High School.

“We are driven to meet a need in our community and bring people together,” says Janet Veale, Food Pantry Committee member.

“We are aiming to provide a warm meal in an inviting setting for at least 500 people.

But we can’t do it without assistance.”

The committee is in need of paper products, table cloths and decorations; beverages and food, including yams, cranberry sauce, pies, dinner rolls and gravy. Volunteers are also needed to decorate, help in the kitchen, serve food and assist with clean-up. Those interested in participating can email umcmonticello445@gmail. com or call Sullivan Renaissance, a longtime supporter of the Interfaith Council, at 845/295-2405.

Barbara Durbak to be honored with community service award SOUTH FALLSBURG, NY — The SYDA Foundation announced that Barbara Durbak of Woodbourn. has been selected as the recipient of the 2014 SYDA Foundation Community Contributed photo Service Award.

The B a r b a r a award includes a Durbak monetary gift of $5,000.

The award will be presented to Durbak on Thursday, November 20 at 2 p.m., at the monthly meeting of the Sullivan County Legislature at the Sullivan County government center in Monticello.

The public is invited.

Since 1986, the SYDA Foundation has sponsored this annual award to recognize and honor local citizens whose community service has been outstanding.

A committee of local civic leaders and past SYDA Foundation Community Service Award recipients selected Durbak to receive this year’s award in recognition of her years of advocacy for the young people of Sullivan County. Durbak has worked to raise community awareness about teen substance abuse, organized and supervised programs for young people and their families, and advocated for additional funding for programs for young people in Sullivan County.

The SYDA Foundation, located in the Town of Fallsburg since 1979, is a not-forprofit organization that makes Siddha Yoga meditation available to students around the world.

Autism Awareness Conference slated

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Karen Brauser stands in St. Paul’s yard at the overflowing white elephant surprise tables in November, 2013.

Fellowship Fair at St. Paul’s in Narrowsburg NARROWSBURG, NY — The annual Fellowship Fair to benefit St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will be held Saturday, November 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parish hall, 31 Erie Ave. St. Paul’s Women’s Group sponsors the event.

Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering hot beef on a bun, homemade soups and desserts. Tables will display baked goods, Rada cutlery, crafts and various white elephant surprises.

Proceeds from the fair go toward special projects to benefit the parish. These have included new carpeting for the church office, new tables and chairs, tablecloths and blinds for the parish hall and office.

A portion is also donated toward mission work and local special needs.

Feed-A-Friend Campaign starts in Wayne County WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The WNEP Feed-A-Friend campaign has begun. Now in its 30th year, WNEP-TV, Pepsi-Cola and the community have collected and distributed food to needy families in many local communities. All of the money and food collected in Wayne County stays in Wayne County to help support local food pantries. Donation bottles, sponsored

by Pepsi, and barrels marked “Feed-AFriend,” will be on display throughout November for non-perishable items.

Barrels and/or canisters are placed at Cellular One NEPA, Cordaro’s, Highland Physicians, The Hideout POA, Lake Region IGA, Mane Creations, Ray’s ShurSave, Hairway to Heaven (Hawley), Shaffer’s Hardware, Stephen’s Pharmacy, Dave’s Super Duper, Meagher Professional Building (4th Street), Wal-Mart, Wayne Bank (Hawley/Main Street and Willow Avenue/Honesdale and Waymart), Wayne County YMCA and Wayne Memorial Hospital (emergency department waiting area and outpatient waiting area) as well as many other local businesses.

Monetary donations can also be mailed directly to the Wayne County Food Pantry Program, 323 Tenth St., Honesdale, PA 18431. For more information or to obtain a canister or barrel, call Kathleen at the Wayne County Aging Office at 570/2534262, or email cfaatz@co.wayne.pa.us or kterry@co.wayne.pa.us.

LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan County residents interested in learning about resources available to local families with children on the autism spectrum are invited to attend the Autism Awareness Conference Day on November 8. The Sullivan County BOCES and the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) will host the conference at the Rubin Pollack Education Center in the Special Education Cafeteria from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The keynote speaker is Valerie L. Gaus, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist.

Dr. Gaus serves on the advisory board of the Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association. She is an international speaker and author of two books, “Living Well on the Spectrum” and “Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Adult Asperger Syndrome.”

The event is free for parents of children with autism educated in Sullivan County. For all other attendees, the registration fee is $ 25.

Free childcare and activities will be provided. Pre-registration is required.

To register and for more information, contact Scott Lederman at 845/295-4040 or scott.lederman@ scboces.org.

Paul Williams to speak at Patriot Connectors meeting HAWLEY, PA — The Patriot Connectors will meet Thursday, November 13 in the library of the Wallenpaupack High School from 7 to 9 p.m. The featured speaker will be author, scholar and historian Dr. Paul Williams. Social time starts at 6:30 p.m.

A lending library, free materials and petitions are available.

Williams is the author of such books as “Crescent Moon Rising: The Islamic Transformation of America,” “The Day of Islam: The Annihilation of America and the Western World,” “The Dunces of Doomsday, The Al Qaeda Connection,” “Osama’s Revenge: The Next 9/11” and many other books.

Williams holds a Ph.D. in philosophical theology from Drew University. He has been the recipient of six major academic scholarships and a teaching fellowship from Lehigh University, and he has taught philosophy, religion and the humanities at the University of Scranton and Wilkes University. As a journalist, Williams served as the editor and publisher of The Metro. For five years, Williams has served as a consultant on organized crime and international terrorism for the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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LAKE HUNTINGTON NEWS

By Eileen Hennessy

BUSINESS BRIEF

DID YOU KNOW?

By Grace Johansen

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am glad to report that my husband is doing much better, and he is in the V.A. hospital. He was having trouble with his oxygen levels, but we got that taken care of and he should be home soon.

Fr. Bill is still in Holy Name Friary; he’s had three strokes and a heart attack, but he is holding his own and is still looking to come back to us. They both would like to thank you for your prayers. And you can keep them coming; there’s no such thing as too many prayers.

The Lake Huntington Red Hatters had a great time at Angelina’s on the Hill for their Halloween party. The food was great, and it was nice to see all the ladies and their husbands out in their costumes. I’ve been told that Bob DeMan was a knockout with his long hippy hair. A big thanks to Mike for hosting the party. In the future, for any parties we have, you will have to pay up front, so the right amount of food is cooked. The Red Hatters Christmas party will be on Sunday, December 13 at 4 p.m. at Angelina’s. If you are interested, please call Queen Mom Dolores at 845/932-5077.

The Women’s Community Club of Cochecton is having its Christmas party a month early due to its experience with bad weather in December last year. It will be on Tuesday, November 11 at 6 p.m. at the new town hall, lower parking lot. All women of Cochecton are welcome. Bring a covered dish and a $ 5 grab-bag gift.

On Saturday, November 15 at 5:30 p.m., the Knights of Columbus will host its turkey and ham Bingo evening at Holy Cross Church on Route 97 in Callicoon. Admission costs $4, cards $1. There will be hot dogs and hot chicken soup for purchase. Please come out and have some fun, The Knights donate money to the local food pantries and outreach programs for local families for the holiday season. If you have any questions, please call Grand Knight Teddy Laffin at 845/252-3630.

On Saturday, November 8, the Marine Corps Ball will be held at The Club at Villa Roma. There will be a cash bar, dinner at 7 p.m. and music for dancing. The public is welcome. The cost is $35 per person. Call Bob Deman at 845/252-7208 or John Cirelli at 845/252-3235 for tickets or information.

I would like to wish Charlie and Bev Coots a very happy and healthy 50th anniversary. That’s a long time. Best of luck, and keep the love flowing.

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

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The new owners of the River Market in Barryville, NY are celebrating their one year anniversary with a customer appreciation day on November 21.

River Market marks one-year anniversary BARRYVILLE, NY — Celebrating one year under new ownership, the River Market will offer a customer appreciation day on November 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

There will be prizes to be won, free samples of food and more. Among the store owners’ proudest achievements is a rewards program, which gives loyal customers five points for any purchase; since its inception the program has given away more than 200 items or products to these patrons.

Owners John and Athena moved to Barryville fulltime to operate this popular country store, which is known for its coffee and homemade baked goods, an extensive deli menu, and its private-label jams and salsas, among a wide variety of other products. “It’s been a very successful year,” Athena reported. “And with Thanksgiving coming, we want to say thanks to our local customers.”

The River Market, located at 3385 Route 97, can be reached at 845/557-3663 or visit www.rivermarketny.com.

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ictured here on October 26, 1914 is the Kinnie family, gathered to celebrate the 60th wedding anniversary of Rhoda and Wm. James Kinnie. Standing second from the left is Wm. James Kinnie with his wife seated on the far left in the front seat.

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.

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Hunger and homelessness seminar PORT JERVIS, NY — Port Jervis Police Department and Port Jervis City-Wide Neighborhood Watch will host a seminar focused on hunger and homelessness in the community on Thursday, November 6 at 7 p.m. at the Drew Methodist Church Hall. Residents of Port Jervis will be informed about the two social problems, hunger and homelessness, that affect not only our community, but communities and cities nationwide.

Scheduled speakers include Martin Colavito from Catholic Charities, Barbara Kuczyra from Project Discovery, and Annie Horsham and Dave Hanson from Empowering Port Jervis. Chief of Police William Worden will also be in attendance.

Those who attend are encouraged to donate a nonperishable food item to the pantry at the Drew United Methodist Church. For more information, contact the Port Jervis Police Department at 845/858-4079.

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The River Reporter’s 19th Annual THE BEST BALLOT IS BACK!

We have revamped our ballot and it’s better than ever! We ask that you simply vote for the people, places or businesses that you think are the BEST. Thank you for your participation and we look forward to receiving your votes. If there is a category that we are missing, let us know!

We will publish our 2014 WINNERS in our annual Readers’ Choice Awards “BEST” supplement in January 2015.

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Herd the Curd Race Raises $11,000

COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Continued from page 9

Free seminar on Aspergers

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers and runners for supporting the Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund.

Make plans to join us for next year’s race, Saturday, August 29, 2015.

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Talk on the Hudson Valley in the Ice Age GRAHAMSVILLE, NY — Mastodon bones have turned up in Greenville and many still lie beneath ponds and swamps in that region. Today, rich farmland in the Wallkill Valley has yielded the remains of many ice age mammals. Learn about these and more at the talk “Hudson Valley in the Ice Age” by Robert and Johanna Titus on Sunday, November 9 at 2 p.m. at the Time and the Valleys Museum.

Based on the their book “Hudson Valley in the Ice Age,” professors Robert and Johanna Titus tour the Hudson River Valley and the Catskill region and see it with the eyes of geologists who see a half-mile-thick sheet of ice grinding its way down the valley and overtopping even the highest mountains. With the Tituses as your guides, “see” an ancient Manhattan high and dry with the Atlantic shoreline 100 miles to the southeast, North/South Lake State Park as a giant and frigid “waterslide park,” and the immense expanse of Glacial Lake Albany stretching the entire length of the Hudson Valley.

The program is free and includes admission to the museum’s three floors of exhibitions. Signed books will be available for sale and refreshments are included. For more information call 845/985-7700 or visit www. timeandthevalleysmuseum.org.

HONESDALE, PA — “Aspergers 101,” a free seminar, will be held on Saturday, November 8 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Mariposa Center in the Holmes Building, 61 Commercial St. Basic information will be provided, such as: What is it? Who has it and who doesn’t? Can it be mixed with other symptons? Can it be cured? How do I get help? What can families do? The seminar is presented by licensed professional counselor Susan Thompson.

Pre-registration is required, by calling 570/352-4997.

Aspergers Disorder was first identified

by Hans Asperger, a Viennese pediatrician in the mid-20th century, as Autistic Personality Disorder. Today, Level I Autism is typically treated by the health care community with strategies and services appropriate to its specific needs.

While it appears that the prevalence of this syndrome is rising, mixed reports including an increase in diagnosis and availability of therapeutic services, may also be contributing to those numbers.

Historian recounts ghost tales NARROWSBURG, NY — Sullivan County historian John Conway had the audience in the palm of his hand last weekend, as he regaled the crowd with stories about reputed ghost stories throughout the county. Stories from the Revolutionary War mixed with tales from more recent times entertained folks at the TustenCochecton branch of the Western Sullivan Library, and Conway encouraged folks to dig deeper into some of the spooky stories, which included the Hex TRR photo by Jonathan Fox Murder Ghost that some claim can still be seen on the Old Stone Arch Bridge crossing Callicoon Creek. "As we reconstruct our history," Conway told the attentive crowd, "these stories inevitably crop up from time to time.

Are they true?" he asked. "You be the judge.”

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HEALTH WELLNESS

Jeffrey Cohen, D.D.S. & Ariel Cohen, D.D.S

YOU AND YOUR HEALTH

By James D. Lomax, MD

Treatment of animal bites

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here is no accurate data about the number of animal bites that occur each year other than emergency-room visits (approximately 320,000 a year).

There are 70 million pet dogs and 74 million pet cats in the U.S., and there are an estimated three to six million animal bites per year, approximately 80 to 90% are from dogs, five to 15% are from cats, and two to five percent are from rodents, with the balance from other small animals (e.g. rabbits, ferrets), farm animals, monkeys, reptiles and others.

Treatment depends on the type of animal, location of the bite and the potential of rabies. In this article, we will discuss the initial first aid at home and needed follow-up with a physician for the most common types of bites. We will also discuss indications for rabies vaccinations.

Common causes of wound infections Bites from dogs and other larger mammals are characterized by crushed tissue because of the round teeth and strong jaws. Dogs can exert from 200 to 450 pounds per square inch of pressure depending on the size of the animal. Besides lacerating the skin, deeper tissues such as bones, nerves, blood vessels, tendons and muscle can also be damaged. This differs from cats, because their sharp pointed teeth cause puncture wounds and lacerations that may introduce bacteria deep into tissues.

The location of the bite is also important in terms of developing infection. Bites to the hands have a very high incidence of infection. Common bacterial contamination from dog bites includes Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, Pateurella, Bacteroides and others.

Most infections from a cat bite involve Pasteurella, Actinomyces (fungus) and Bacteroides. Infections caused by cat bites generally develop faster than those from dogs.

Unprovoked bites by wild or sick-appearing animals (most notably by dogs, cats, raccoons, foxes, skunks and bats) raise concerns about likelihood of rabies exposure.

Local soft tissue infection and cellulitis are the most common complications of an animal bite. Blood and joint infections are the most serious, especially in immunecompromised persons. Pasteurella infections also may be complicated by sepsis. meningitis, osteomyelitis (bone infection), abscesses, pneumonia, endocarditis and septic arthritis are additional concerns.

First Aid Care of an animal bite After a bite has occurred, it is important first to wash the wound with soap and water. You can use an antibiotic cream if it involves a small area without extensive tissue damage. If there is excessive bleeding, put gentle pressure on the area. Cover the wound area with a clean cloth, and then seek treatment from your doctor or at an emergency room.

Follow-up care of an animal bite Most serious bite wounds are treated in the emergency room because of the concern for rabies. The treating physician will do the following: • Wounds are carefully inspected for deep injury and crushed tissue. This may require local anesthesia because it is painful to probe wounds.

• The wound is then irrigated with sterile water or a salt solution to remove dirt and blood clots. In some cases the doctor has to trim out crushed tissue. This is important because it significantly decreases the chance of infection, including rabies.

• Closing of an open wound is considered in bite wounds that can be effectively cleansed. A decision to keep the wound open or to delay closing for more than eight to 12 hours may be made in the case of bite wounds to the hands and lower extremities or in people with de-

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“H

ave you surrendered to Jesus?” That’s what the patient asked me in the back of the ambulance as I was taking her blood pressure on the way to the hospital.

Her medications were off-balance, and therefore so was she, although by the way she asked it I think her question was normal for her.

It made me think.

So many things call on us to surrender.

Our bodies demand surrender, with their hungers, aches and strict constraints.

Our professions ask us to surrender, to the chains of command that keep us together and to the rules and protocols that need to be obeyed.

And we’re called to surrender to our community and countryside, to the men who plow roads and the inevitability of the snow they will need to scrape away.

These things we need. They’re everything we’ve got.

We need to trust, to give in, to free ourselves from the struggle for control.

“Not yet,” I replied to her. “But I hear the call.”

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creased immunity. This usually involves consultation with a plastic surgeon to determine the best way to reduce scarring if the bite area is large.

• It may be difficult to irrigate small puncture wounds, especially those inflicted by the teeth of a cat. Because of the higher rate of infection, the wound may be extended with scalpel so that the area can be irrigated and left open to heal.

• Facial wounds have a low risk of infection even when closed due to an increased blood supply to the head and neck.

To reduce facial scaring, facial wounds are usually closed along with giving an antibiotic.

• A tetanus booster is recommended, and everyone is assessed for rabies prophylaxis. Anti-rabies treatment is indicated for bites by dogs and cats

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whose rabies status cannot be determined, or in foxes, bats, raccoons or skunks.

• The choice of antibiotics is determined by the type of animal bite and whether there are any drug allergies for the person. The most commonly recommended antibiotic prescribed is amoxicillin-clavulanate for dog, cat and human bites. There are a number of other antibiotics that can be prescribed prophylactically, if needed.

For monkey bites, an antiviral antibiotic is prescribed.

Rabies Treatment If rabies protection is required, a series of injections is given. For individuals not previously given rabies vaccine, a dose of human rabies immune globulin is given along with a series of rabies vaccine on day 0, 3, 7 and 14, post bite. These injections are given in the shoulder. If a person has previously received vaccinations only two doses of vaccine (on the day of exposure and then three days later) are needed.

There can be mild, local reactions to the rabies vaccine, such as pain, redness, swelling, or itching at the injection site. For some individuals, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, muscle aches and dizziness have been reported. Local pain and low-grade fever may follow injection of rabies immune globulin.

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Navigating health care reform for farmers and independent workers LIBERTY, NY — Farmers and the general public are invited to attend a free workshop, Navigating Health Care Reform, offered by Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County (CCESC) on Friday, November 14. Nicole Tapia, a bilingual health care navigator will present this educational opportunity for anyone confused about health care and the Affordable Care Act. The class will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Gerald J. Skoda Extension Education Center.

This free workshop will help farmers and other independent workers to understand the Affordable Care Act and

provide clear guidance on what options are available to them. The session includes a presentation, Q&A session and the chance to discuss personal options with the health navigator.

Questions to be covered include: What are the new options? How much will it cost me? Am I eligible for a subsidy?

Who is eligible for the different types of insurance? How do I apply? Where do I get care if I can’t afford insurance?

Space is limited for this free workshop and pre-registration is required in advance. Call 845/292-6180 or email mm2592@cornell.edu.

Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: 9/21/14 — Joseph Jayden Burton was born to Michelle Burton of Beach Lake, PA. Maternal grandparents are Joseph and Karen Burton of Beach Lake, PA. 9/29/14 — Sayre Morgenstern III was born to Jennifer Morgenstern and Sayre Morgenstern II of Beach Lake, PA. Maternal grandparents are Garry and Sherry Freiermuth. Paternal grandparents are Henry and Althea Morgenstern.

9/29/14 — Alexander Raymond Felmly was born to Leigh-Anne Hnatko and Raymond Felmly of Greeley, PA. Maternal grandparents are Donna Cantirino of Honesdale, PA and Thomas Cantirino of Lake Ariel, PA. Paternal grandparents are Raymond and Nancy Felmly of Bushkill, PA.

10/6/14 — Christopher Gonzalez Jr. was born to Melissa Deighton and Christopher Gonzalez of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Debbie Swendsen of Narrowsburg, NY and Charles Deighton.

Paternal grandparents are Pedro and Gloria Munoz.

10/15/14 — Ella Soto was born to Alison Sollers and Andre Soto of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Jeff and Laura Sollers of Long Pond, PA. Paternal grandparents are Miles Keesler and Ernie Amato of Honesdale and Beach Lake, PA. 10/17/14 — Aubrey Weigelt was born to Catherine Pecsi and Chase Weigelt of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Bruce and Angelica Pecsi of Callicoon, NY. Paternal grandparents are Michael and Wanda Weigelt.

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Caregivers complete workshop on dying LIBERTY, NY — The Caregiver Resource Center (CRC) of Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County was honored to have Padma Dyvine, RN, MA, CHPN and end-of-life care practitioner, present “Presence at the Bedside, Care in the Last Days of Life” recently to 10 individuals. The caregivers all received a certificate of completion and flowers at the close of the four-hour session. Dyvine provided a discussion, reviewing the natural patterns of dying and symptom management (both medical and holistic perspectives) and followed it with an interactive experience of listening and exploring mindfulness. Before the close of the session, all caregivers shared an awareness exercise, which helped them understand how dying individuals withdraw and slowly lose what is valuable to them. The CRC is a co-partnered program between Cornell Cooperative Extension and Office for the Aging of Sullivan County, supported through a grant from the New York State Caregiver Program.

Growing older together BEACH LAKE, PA — The Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship warmly invites you to the first of a series of programs dedicated to growing older together in community.

Carol Rocklin, Beverly Sterner and Ginny Nordstrom will lead this sesssion, exploring ways to support one another as

our needs change with age.

The program will be held at 10:15 a.m. at the Berlin Township Community Center in Beach Lake on Sunday, November 9.

A social time and light refreshments follow. For further information, call 570/448-3174. For directions, visit www. uduuf.org/directions.

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all is the season when flora and fauna prepare for the upcoming winter.

Most trees and plants lose their leaves and go into winter dormancy; cold-blooded creatures, such as snakes and frogs, hibernate in various hiding places. For some birds, a long trip is on order. We hear large flocks of migrating geese as they fly high overhead around this time of year. The large number of eagles that overwinter here is a direct result of their migrating from their breeding territories in Canada to our region in order to find unfrozen waterways to fish. Many other species of raptors, or birds of prey, migrate into or through our area during the fall as well.

The autumn migration of raptors provides not only good bird watching opportunities, but also gives scientists an opportunity to keep track of the many species of raptors that traverse the area.

Raptors—hawks, falcons, eagles and vultures—all share traits that make them master aviators of the bird kingdom. In flight, all raptors take advantage of weather such as thermals and tail winds to conserve energy and stay aloft for long periods of time. A red-tailed hawk’s preferred method for spotting its prey, for example, is to “kite” along a ridge with its beak into the wind, appearing almost motionless; viewing through a locked-down spotting scope shows barely a couple of inches of movement. When the hawk spots prey using this method, it tucks in its wings and dives, or “stoops” at over 120 mph to catch its prey. During migration, raptors use all their flying tricks. They may start out thermaling to an altitude where a good tailwind exists and ride south on it.

Raptors also heavily utilize ridge or orographic lift, riding the wind that is generated on the windward side of a ridge.

There are some places along ridges that channel many migrating raptors close enough to observe them, and these places are usually established hawk-counting sites. Observers man these sites during the fall and tally the number of each species they see. Count data is submitted to organizations like the Hawk Migration Association of North America (www.hmana. org). Scientists can use the data collected to gauge the population trends of raptors by comparing count data from year to year.

This is the 40th year that HMANA has been collecting data. Non-raptor species are also tabulated at many sites. This year from October 1 to 20, 228 migrating monarch butterflies were counted at Scott’s Mountain, NJ. Comparing this year with 2011 when they

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This American kestrel performs a close flyby for observers on Sunrise Mountain in Sussex County, NJ. Kestrels are small falcons that start migrating in late September and have a rusty red tint that is usually evident as they fly past. counted 232 during the same time period would indicate some stabilization in the precipitous population decline of the monarch butterfly. This however is only one of many sites where monarchs are counted, and entomologists will be busy counting data from all the sites for trends.

You don’t have to be into counting to enjoy seeing some nice views of various raptors as they fly close to observers at various sites. Hawks and falcons you see high overhead during the summer might zip by just 50 feet away as they make their way south.

Seldom seen birds, such as golden eagles and northern goshawks, are occasionally seen now at most sites, and kestrels, sharpshinned hawks, as well as many other species abound. The best time to go is after a cold front with a northwest wind (and due to the wind, dress warmly). To find a good place to go, wherever you may be, check out hawkcount.org, and bring binoculars for an interesting outing. The images in this week’s column show but a few of the many species of raptors that can be seen.

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Red-tailed hawks are in the Buteo family; they have broad bodies and wings, a short tail and a mostly soaring flight. For most people, the redtailed hawk is the most commonly seen hawk in summer months. This species is seen migrating in mid- October, but some red-tails stay in the area through the winter.

This male northern harrier shows his grey plumage as he passes; the females are brown. Harriers may be seen around grasslands and marshes as they fly low to the ground looking (and listening) for voles and other small mammals.

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During the summer, they breed in forest habitat, but forage in open fields. They are heard more than seen, with a high pitched whistle.

$125 per person Hawk observers scan for raptors at the top of Sunrise Mountain, Stokes State Forest in New Jersey during a mid-October morning. Not only are eagles, falcons, hawks and vultures seen, but migrating flocks of geese, brant, cormorant, and other waterfowl. A variety of smaller birds are spotted nearby either perched or in flight.

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Little wonder then, that those memories cause us to wax nostalgic, sometimes wishing that they didn’t have to end. Inherent in the word nostalgia is “a longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place

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with happy personal associations” (www. google.com). Films such as “Stand by Me” and “The Summer of 42” have expressed this sentiment artistically, and network television hit the jackpot with ABC’s Emmy Award winning “The Wonder Years”—a comedy-drama that enjoyed high ratings and a successful five-year run with its feel-good stroll down memory lane. The series was set in the late 1960s and chronicled the life of 12-yearold Kevin Arnold

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The Catskill Distilling Company’s best-in-show winner lost his head with excitement at the 5th annual Halloween bash in Bethel, NY.

Prizes for best male and best female costumes went to Steam Punk Girl, right, and the Devil himself, left, flanking the evening’s master of ceremonies, Yours Truly.

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Wonder Years as he matured into a young man, during a turbulent period in American history.

By design, each fictional year in the series took place exactly 20 years before the show aired (1988-1993), and as I watched the show unfold, I felt the waves of nostalgia wash over me, along with much of the country. Each week, America sat down in front of the TV to recall their own Wonder Years, and I was no exception. For me, it was almost a mirror image of my own childhood; just like young Kevin, I was 12 in 1967, and as the storyline progressed into the ‘70s, I went along for the ride.

Now that I’m of a certain age, it’s easy to recall those years with rose-colored glasses, but impossible to forget how American life changed forever following the assassinations of John F. Kennedy, (1963) Martin Luther King (1968) and the end of the “protracted conflict,” better known as the War in Vietnam in 1975. These earthshattering events all led to what is commonly referred to as the end of the “age of innocence,” and my generation—the Baby Boomers—still mourn. There are times when I feel like my own grandfather, regaling my friends with the old “when-Iwas-your-age, I-had-to-walk-five-miles-inthe-snow-to-get-to-school” stories that we endured, as we rolled our eyes and snickered behind Grandpa’s back.

Each Halloween, I “get my grandpa on” and insist on telling young folks what the holiday was like “back in the old days,” when we didn’t think twice about entering a neighbor’s house to bob for apples, or snake through their homemade haunted labyrinth, or worry about razor blades in apples, crowing with delight over receiving a nickel tossed into our goody bags, along with freshly made popcorn balls and candied apples, long before trick-ortreating became something one did in a mall. In point of fact, there were “no malls in the stone age” I tell them, while they roll their eyes and snicker.

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Bethel, NY (www.dancingcatsaloon. com), these images flooded my thoughts.

As I passed through Hortonville, NY, I momentarily thought I was having a flashback, because out of the corner of my eye, I spied kids cavorting through the streets dressed as ghosts, goblins, super heroes and witches, lit by streetlamps, as their parents waited patiently on the curb, encouraging the children to ring their neighbors bells and gleefully shout the old familiar greeting. “Trick or Treat!” they cried, laughing and posing for the admiring adults welcoming them at the door. Momentarily abandoning my destination, I pulled off the road and got out of the truck. Making sure that it was OK with their folks, I chatted with the kids, complimented their spooky attire and took some pictures as they played with the pooch and giggled over my admiration of their costumes and sacks brimming over with honest-to-goodness Halloween plunder. After tossing some lollipops into their bags, I got back in my vehicle, but took a moment to absorb what I had just observed. As if I had stepped back in time, I realized once more what life in the Catskills can still provide, far from the madding crowd. How fortunate we are that life in the Upper Delaware River region allows us to savor the family values and wholesome, traditional, simple pleasures that still abound. Although it’s difficult in this day and age to pull a rabbit out of a hat, it’s still possible (IMHO) to experience magic in the mountains we call home. With the holidays just around the corner, I look forward to glimpsing shining little faces pressed against the glass of shops on Main Street, making wishes, knowing that some will be fulfilled. Realizing that innocence still exists in the hearts of our children gives me hope for their future, and while I understand that those kids will grow up too, I’m joyfully reminded that they will always remember these times—The Wonder Years.

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Contemporary Native American poetry taking the stage LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Catskill Art Society will present Susan Deer Cloud and Evan T. Pritchard for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Native New Yorkers,â&#x20AC;? a public reading of contemporary Native American poetry, at the CAS Arts Center on Sunday, November 9 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Locally-based Native American poets Deer Cloud and Pritchard will present select readings of their poetry in this rare event. November is Native American Heritage Month, a perfect time to explore the legacy of contemporary Native American poetry.

Both of these seasoned literary artists write on a variety of subjects and themes, dealing with matters indigenous, place, spirit of place, and all the perennial themes of literature tied in with birth, life, love, death, loss and transformation, Deer Cloud will read from her acclaimed collection â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hunger Moon.â&#x20AC;? Pritchard will present selections of his new poetry and features. This event is free and open to the public, and donations will be accepted at the door.

PORT JERVIS, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Dance Center and CD Trips are sponsoring a bus trip to see the American Ballet Theatre production of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Nutcrackerâ&#x20AC;? at Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) in New York City on Sunday, December 21. The trip is a benefit for The Dance Center.

The package includes R/T on a Rolling V luxury motor coach bus, a balcony ticket to the show, and bus driver gratuity. Bring your own lunch. Early-bird tickets cost $94, and regular tickets cost $109. The bus departs from Port Jervis at 9:30 a.m. and arrives at BAM at 12:15 p.m.

It departs for home at 3:15 p.m. and returns to Port Jervis at 6 p.m. To purchase tickets call 845/798-2188, email cdtripsLLC@gmail.com, or reserve online at www. cdtrips.com. All reservations must be made by November 15. For more information about The Dance Center, call 845/856-3373 or visit www.thedancecenterpj.com.

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More than 30 volunteers, including SW Superintendent Dr. Nancy Hackett and former superintendent Dr. Ken Hilton, have devoted countless hours to this production, which will raise money for the WSUT & SRP Scholarship Foundation. Last year, the union awarded $8,000 in scholarships to 12 members of the SW class of 2014.

LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Liberty Free Theatre continues bringing its work around the county with an encore reading performance of the Tony awardwinning play â&#x20AC;&#x153;REDâ&#x20AC;? by John Logan. There will be two performances on Thursday and Friday, November 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. in the Seelig Theatre at Sullivan County Community College. â&#x20AC;&#x153;REDâ&#x20AC;? chronicles the story of the painter Mark Rothko and his aspiring assistant, as Rothko tries to fulfill Contributed photo the commission for the Bradley Diuguid and Paul Austin Seagramâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Murals, which in â&#x20AC;&#x153;REDâ&#x20AC;? became masterpieces of 20th century art. The New York Times called the play, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Intense and exciting...â&#x20AC;? The New Yorker said it was, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Smart, eloquent entertainment... behind its wallop is a lot of learning...â&#x20AC;?

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The committee will show “Up” on Friday, November 7 at 6 p.m. The movie is rated G and, according to IMDb. com, “tells the story of Carl, who sets out to fulfill his lifelong dream to see the wilds of South America by tying thousands of balloons to his home. Russell, a wilderness explorer 70 years younger, inadvertently becomes a stowaway.”

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Panel explores how artists respond to our environment LIVINGSOTN MANOR, NY — The Catskill Art Society will present a panel of local artists and public figures for “Arts and the Landscape,” a discussion of how art forms interact with and respond to our natural environment.

The panel discussion will take place at the CAS Arts Center on Saturday, November 8 from 3 to 4 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, and donations will be accepted at the door.

This panel reveals how art and culture bring new dimensions of our landscape to the forefront through various viewpoints and media. In a mode very different from education or conservation, artists nonetheless explore deeply important themes with the freedom of creativity.

The panel comprises of Andrew Waggoner, artistic director of Weekend of Chamber Music; Mermer Blakeslee, author of the novel “When You Live By a River;” Robin Dintiman, sculptor; Carol Roig, Sullivan Alliance for Sustainable Development (SASD); Barbara Arrindell, Damascus Citizens for Sustainability (DCS); and Jennifer Edwards, Catskill Mountainkeeper.

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ONESDALE, PA — RiverFolk Concerts will present musician and songwriter Marc Berger in concert at The Cooperage on Sunday, November 9 at 5 p.m. The suggested donation is $15 in advance, and $20 at the door. For reservations call 845/252-6783. Food will be provided by Jill Padua and it is BYOB. Berger has performed at Austin’s SXSW Music Festival and Kerrville Folk Festival. His song, “The Last One,” has been performed by Richie Havens in the United States and Europe. His recent album, “RIDE” is currently receiving in-store airplay at Starbucks stores worldwide.

Q&A Q: Tell me about the album, “RIDE” A: It’s a thematic album. It basically has to do with that romantic mythology of the American West. All the songs have some connection to that timeless American subject. It came out of me growing up in the Northeast and traveling to the West for the first time when I was 21 and having my mind blown. I made a point to get to more and more remote places in the West.

I lived in New York City, so I saw enough people. I didn’t care if I went to Paris; I wanted to get to places most people never see in their lives in the American West.

Through the years of having rock and roll bands, writing all kinds of songs,

opening shows for Bob Dylan, having Richie Havens play a song of mine, I was occasionally writing songs that had to do with the west, because it was something I knew about. At some point I got the idea to make a record centered on the subject.

I had a combination of things going on: I was a law school graduate, I understood American history, I was a song writer and I had an intimate connection to the West.

Q: What are some of the themes on the album?

A: The subject itself has themes—like having space, having time—that have to do with the ability to hear yourself think, freedom from authority, and independence.

Q: Who are your influences?

A: Walt Whitman, Mozart, and The Band.

Q: What can people expect from your concert at The Cooperage?

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Q: What is your history as a musician?

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SUNY Sullivan’s Theatre presents ‘Our Lady of 121st Street’ LOCH SHELDRAKE, NY — The SUNY Sullivan Theatre Program will present its “crossroads season” opener with the play “Our Lady of 121st Street,” by Stephen Adly Guirgis, with performances in the Seelig Theatre on Thursday, November 6, Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8 at 8 p.m. Performers are SUNY Sullivan students, faculty and staff members “Our Lady of 12st Street” takes place in the Ortiz Funeral Home, where the body of beloved community activist and nun, Sister Rose, has been stolen from the viewing room. Waiting for the return of her body are some of New York City’s most emotionally charged, life-challenged neighborhood denizens, trying to find a place to put their grief, checkered pasts

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Jessica Barkl A $5 donation is suggested. Due to graphic language, the play is recommended for mature audiences only. Refreshments will be available. For more information contact Barkl at 845/434-5750, ext. 4218 or via email at jbarkl@sunysullivan.edu.

Fall Fun Day is fun for the family MONTICELLO, NY — The Friends of the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library will sponsor Fall Fun Day at the library on Saturday, November 15 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Come for an afternoon full of activities.

Bring your own clothes and supplies and enter the scarecrow decorating contest.

Listen to a story, and create a fun craft.

Enjoy snacks and face painting, and browse book sale items. Prizes will be awarded to the top three scarecrows. Fall Fun Day is great for the whole family.

This is a free program. Space is limited.

To register, or for more information call 845/794-4660 ext. 8.

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Marc Berger I felt like I should go see some music publishers and they’ll all just tell me ‘look it’s a tough business kid go be a lawyer’ and I wouldn’t always have some nagging feeling of ‘well what if I had tried.’ But I got signed to publishing deals. One thing led to another, then I met Richie Havens and he became a big influence on me. To have someone at his stature to validate me as a writer was very meaningful and made me take myself seriously. Ultimately, I realized for me to do what I wanted as an artist I would have to will myself to be a singer, and that took a long time.

For information visit www.riverfolkconcerts.com

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Fresh Fruit & Veggies, Meat, Milk, Cheese, Eggs, Baked Goods, Jams & Jellies, Maple, Honey, Coffee, Tea, Prepared Foods, Wine, Pasta, Potted Plants, Fresh Cut Flowers, Skincare Products, Artisan Wares & Much More!

www.SullivanCountyFarmersMarkets.org

www.FACEBOOK.com/SCFMA

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WHERE AND WHEN

Learning & Growing Child Care Center Play, Learn and Grow Together Tammy Haass | Melanie Jay 60 Milanville Road (P.O. Box 137) Beach Lake, PA 18405 | 570-729-7853 Email: learnandgrowccc@gmail.com

Lake Huntington Presbyterian Church

ALL YOU CAN EAT

Pancake Supper November 15, 2014 5-7pm Adults $8.00 children 5-12 $4.00 and under 5 free.

Questions call Grace at 570-729-8247

NATURE'S GRACE HEALTH FOODS & DELI Natural Foods • Full Line of Supplements & Vitamins Hoagies & Take-Out Lunches (Also Vegetarian) Fresh Juices • Special Diet Products 947 Main Street, Honesdale, PA • 570-253-3469

Thurs., Nov. 6

Sat., Nov. 8

Sun., Nov. 9

After-school book club

‘Fit to Kill’ a mystery/thriller

‘Fit to Kill’ a mystery/thriller

HONESDALE — After-school book club (ages 9-12 ) at the Wayne County Public Library, 4-5pm. Snacks, crafts and stories. Come read, laugh and learn.

570/253-1220.

Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS — Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, 6 North Broome St., 9am-12 noon. Bag day. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and more information.

Teen tech time

JEFFERSONVILLE — Teen Tech Time at the Western Sullivan Public Library Jeffersonville branch, 3-5pm. Students in grades 7-12 are welcome. Examine technology, learn to build computer games, design new apps, explore a possible career, or just have fun. 845/482-4350.

Fri., Nov. 7 ‘Fit to Kill’ a mystery/thriller

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeside Players present “Fit to Kill,” a scary thriller by Victor Cahn, at Lakeville Community Hall, Rt. 590 (between firehouse and United Methodist Church). Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm; Sunday matinee at 3pm. All tickets $12. Walk-ins welcome, or call 570/226-6207 for reservations.

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

LAKE HUNTINGTON — Sullivan West WSUT & SRP Union present “Arsenic and Old Lace” at the high school auditorium, 7pm. To benefit the scholarship fund.

Christmas rummage sale

PORT JERVIS — Christmas rummage sale at the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jervis, 6 North Broome St., 9am-12 noon.

What is left is free. 845/856-1231 ext. 10.

Comedy Night

HAWLEY — Comedy Night at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8:30pm. Features comedians from New York, Boston, Philadelphia and more. Tickets: $14-$20. www.silkmillharmony.com.

First Friday Networking Breakfast

LOCH SHELDRAKE — Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce First Friday Networking Breakfast at New Hope Community, 5 New Hope Dr., 7:45-9am.

Sponsor: Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Counties. Cost: $15 members. RSVP by 3pm November 6. Call 845/791-4200 or email office@catskills.com.

Food for Fines @ your library

LAKEVILLE — The Lakeside Players present “Fit to Kill,” a scary thriller by Victor Cahn, at Lakeville Community Hall, Rt. 590 (between firehouse and United Methodist Church). Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm; Sunday matinee at 3pm. All tickets $12. Walk-ins welcome, or call 570/226-6207 for reservations.

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

LAKE HUNTINGTON — Sullivan West WSUT and SRP Union present “Arsenic and Old Lace” at the high school auditorium, 7pm. To benefit the scholarship fund.

Fellowship fair

NARROWSBURG — Fellowship fair at St. Paul’s Lutheran Parish Hall, 9am2pm. Baked goods, Rada cutlery, white elephant table and more. Lunch available 11am-1pm. Homemade soups, hot beef on a bun, homemade desserts, beverages.

Flora and Fauna Artist Workshop

JEFFERSONVILLE — Flora and Fauna Artist Workshop: Winter Adaptation/ Journaling at the Jeffersonville branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 2pm. The final installment of this 5-part series with presentations from the National Park Service and artist workshops with local artist Alexis Siroc and special guest, Helena Clare Pittman.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for more information and guidelines for this program.

Free computer support

NARROWSBURG — Free computer support at Tusten-Cochecton branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, every Saturday, 10am-1pm.

PRASAD Children’s Dental benefit

ROCK HILL — PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program 16th Anniversary Benefit Dinner at Bernie’s Holiday Restaurant, 277 Rock Hill Dr., 6-10pm. Buffet dinner, silent auction, music and dancing with local legend Ms. Jackie Horner.

Tickets: $80, can be purchased at www. prasadcdhp.org or 845/434-0376.

Ribs and pulled pork BBQ

LIBERTY — Pork BBQ at Vine & Branch Church (formerly Liberty Free Methodist Church), 2535 St. Rte. 52, 3-6pm. Event benefits Sullivan County Pregnancy Support Center. Catering

by Mark McCarthy. Ribs at $14 adults, $8 children 8 & under, pulled pork at $12 adults/$6 children. Eat in/take out includes baked beans, slaw, dessert.

845/985-2923.

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and more information.

The Sea The Sea

Music returns to the Calder Cafe

Wine-tasting benefit

EQUINUNK — Calder Cafe First Fridays resume at the Equinunk Historical Society, 6:30pm. Continues from November through April on the first Friday of the month. Performers call Pat, 570/224-0223 to register. Light refreshments available to purchase. Visit www.equinunkhistory.org.

HAWLEY — The Sea The Sea at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. A mix of acoustic and electric, with harmonizing voices. Tickets: $14-$20. www.silkmillharmony.com.

LACKAWAXEN — Wine tasting event to benefit the Lackawaxen EMS at Summit Restaurant. Tickets: $25 by October 20; $30 after that date. Silent auction and door prizes. Donations for the silent auction and door prizes are greatly appreciated. 570/685-5432 or 570/685-2255.

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LAKEVILLE — The Lakeside Players present “Fit to Kill,” a scary thriller by Victor Cahn, at Lakeville Community Hall, Rt. 590 (between firehouse and United Methodist Church). Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm; Sunday matinee at 3pm. All tickets $12. Walk-ins welcome, or call 570/226-6207 for reservations.

‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

LAKE HUNTINGTON — Sullivan West WSUT and SRP Union present “Arsenic and Old Lace” at the high school auditorium, 2pm. To benefit the scholarship fund.

Callicoon Farmers’ Market

CALLICOON — Sullivan County Farmers’ Market in Callicoon at Callicoon Creek Park, A. Dorrer Drive, 11am-2pm.

Every Sunday until November 26. www. sullivancountyfarmersmarkets.org.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and more information.

Little Sparrow and the Eagles

HURLEYVILLE — Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy for live Americana music and a live birds-of-prey presentation from Bill Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center at the Sullivan County Museum. $5 suggested donation at the door. delawarehighlands.org/ newsevents.

Mon., Nov. 10 Arabic classes at Literacy Volunteers

MONTICELLO — Classes in the Arabic language will be offered at The Literacy Center, 63 North St., 5:30-7:30pm. 16 hours of instruction will be provided on Mondays and Tuesdays. Arabic alphabet and numerals will be taught as well as common phrases and some interesting facts about the Middle East. Donation: $50. Call to register. 845/794-0017.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for more information and guidelines for this program.

Interviewing Skills Workshop

Free computer support

JEFFERSONVILLE — Free computer support every Tuesday at the Jeffersonville branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 1-6pm. 845/482-4350.

Genealogy Group

CALLICOON — “It’s All Relative” Genealogy Group meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6pm. 845/887-4040.

Middle Eastern dance classes

HONESDALE — Middle Eastern dance classes taught by Sabah will be offered each Tuesday at Grace Episcopal Parish Hall, Ninth and Church streets, 7-8:30pm. The cost of each class is $12.

Proceeds go to Grace Church’s outreach programs. 917/445-5247.

Veteran’s Day service

MONTICELLO — The annual Veteran’s Day service at the Sullivan County Government Center, 10:30am. Sponsored by the American Legion, Jewish War Veterans, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Keynote speaker will be Michael Cohen, U.S. Army retired major and a Gulf War veteran. Refreshments following the services at the Monticello Elks Lounge.

845/807-3351.

Writers group

CALLICOON — Writer’s group meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 5:30pm.

845/887-4040.

Wed., Nov. 12 After-school book club

HONESDALE — After-school book club (ages 6-8) at the Wayne County Public Library, 4-5pm. Snacks, crafts and stories. Come read, laugh and learn.

570/253-1220.

Business group

CALLICOON — Business group meets every Wednesday at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 10am-12noon. Learn how to take advantage of technology, design your own letterhead and business documents, create invoices, business cards, Facebook pages, email blasts and more.

845/887-4040.

Food for Fines @ your library

CALLICOON — Interviewing Skills Workshop at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 1-3pm.

845/252-3360.

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and more information.

Knitting group

Free computer support

Mah Jongg at Manchester Community Library

Mystery thriller & crime book group

NARROWSBURG — Knitting group meets every Monday at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6pm. 845/252-3360.

EQUINUNK — Weekly Mah Jongg game at the Manchester Community Library, 1-4pm. All are welcome from beginners to experienced players. Sessions are free.

Instruction provided. 570/224-8500.

Tues., Nov. 11 Arabic classes at Literacy Volunteers

MONTICELLO — Classes in the Arabic language will be offered at The Literacy Center, 63 North St., 5:30-7:30pm. 16 hours of instruction will be provided on Mondays and Tuesdays. Arabic alphabet and numerals will be taught as well as common phrases and some interesting facts about the Middle East. Donation: $50. Call to register. 845/794-0017.

Cash bingo

HONESDALE — Cash bingo every Tuesday night at the Texas #4 Fire Co., Grove St., doors open 5:30pm, games at 6:30pm. $1,100 progressive jackpot, tear-offs, Bonanza, fish bowl, refreshments. 570/253-0782.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and more information.

CALLICOON — Free computer support every Wednesday at the Delaware Free branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 1-4pm. 845/887-4040.

JEFFERSONVILLE — Mystery Thriller & Crime Book Group meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Jeffersonville branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6:30pm. October’s book is “Agatha Raisin and the Quiche of Death” by M.C. Beaton. 845/482-4350.

Town of Highland Choraleers practice

POND EDDY — The Town of Highland Choraleers is looking for men and women who want to sing. No experience necessary, in need of sopranos, altos, tenors, baritones, and basses. Meet on Wednesdays at 7pm at the Pond Eddy United Methodist Church, 122 Berm And Church Rd. 845/557-8210.

Thurs., Nov. 13 After School Book Club

HONESDALE — After School Book Club (ages 9-12 ) at the Wayne County Public Library, 4-5pm. Snacks, crafts and stories. Come read, laugh and learn.

570/253-1220.

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WHERE & WHEN Continued from page 23 Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and information.

Popular Google apps

JEFFERSONVILLE — Popular Google Apps at the Jeffersonville branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6-8pm.

Explore the most popular Google apps for your computer or Android device.

845/482-4350.

Teen tech time

JEFFERSONVILLE — Teen tech time at the Western Sullivan Public Library Jeffersonville Branch, 3-5pm. Students in grades 7 through 12 are welcome. Examine technology, learn to build computer games, design new apps, explore a possible career, or just have fun. 845/482-4350.

Sat., Nov. 15 David Jacobs-Strain & Bob Beach

HAWLEY — David Jacobs-Strain at Harmony Presents in the Silk Mill, 8pm. He is a slide guitar player and a song poet from Oregon. Bob Beach is a harmonica player. Tickets: $14-$20. www.silkmillharmony.com.

Fall square dance

GALILEE — Fall square dance at the Unity Grange Hall, 554 Galilee Rd., 7-10pm. Cost: $9, includes refreshments and dance instruction. Beginners welcome. 570/224-4059.

Food for Fines @ your library

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for more information and guidelines for this program.

Free book swap

HAWLEY — Bring your beloved and dusty to this America Recycles Day event at PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center. Volunteer opportunities exist for teens and adults. Visit www.pplpreserves.com/ events.

Free computer support

NARROWSBURG — Free computer support at Tusten-Cochecton branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, every Saturday, 10am-1pm.

Lego Club

HONESDALE — Lego Club (ages Kindergarten to 6th grade) every third Saturday of the month at the Wayne County Public Library. Create Lego masterpieces with your friends. Register by calling 570/253-1220.

Storytelling evening with Yarnslingers: Memoirs

LIVINGSTON MANOR — Storytellers share new pieces of their biographies in monthly performances at the CAS Arts Center, reading true stories that range from the surprising and awe-inspiring to the charmingly everyday. 7pm. Tickets for $10 suggested donation. Call or email info@ catskillartsociety.org for reservations.

Thanksgiving covered dish dinner

EQUINUNK — Friends will gather at the Equinunk United Methodist Church to share a covered dish dinner, free of charge, at 5:30pm. Bring a dish to share and join the celebration.

Sun., Nov. 16

Mon., Nov. 17

Callicoon Farmers’ Market

Food for Fines @ your library

Little Sparrow and the Eagles

Knitting group

CALLICOON — Sullivan County Farmers’ Market in Callicoon at Callicoon Creek Park, A. Dorrer Drive, 11am-2pm.

Every Sunday until November 26. www. sullivancountyfarmersmarkets.org.

HONESDALE — Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy for live Americana music and a live birds-of-prey presentation from Bill Streeter of the Delaware Valley Raptor Center at the Cooperage.

Suggested $5 donation at the door.

REGION — Food for Fines @ your library at all branches of Western Sullivan Public Library. Donate food to pay off library fines. 845/482-4350 for program guidelines and information.

NARROWSBURG — Knitting group meets every Monday at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library, 6pm. 845/252-3360.

Mah Jongg at Manchester Community Library

EQUINUNK — Weekly Mah Jongg game at the Manchester Community Library, 1-4pm. All are welcome from beginners to experienced players. Sessions are free. Instruction provided. 570/2248500.

Turkey Bingo

CALLICOON — Turkey Bingo at The Knights of Columbus at the Holy Cross Church on Rte. 97, 5:30pm. Admission $4, cards $1.

Get ready for the hunt!

NO TRESPASSING NOTICE

WHITE LAKE

Largest selection in the area Visit us for all your Holiday Gift Giving Needs

Please be advised that hunting is not permitted on the Town of Tusten property (bordered by Hickory Lane and Cackletown Road) owned by Marianne Purcell and Sarah Browne unless permission has been personally granted by them. ATVs and snowmobiles are not permitted on the property.

The property is posted and authorities have been notified. All trespassers will be prosecuted.

Dutton’s TA X I DE R M Y

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Hunting & Fishing Licenses and Supplies, Ammunition & Hunting Knives Breakfast Sandwiches, Homemade Soup, Hoagies, Hot Specials, Fresh Coffee Daily!

Big Or Small I’ll Mount Them All

Stop in and Say Hello!

Adam Dutton - Licensed Taxidermist

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Fish • Game Birds Large & Small Game

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AMERICAN SPORTSMAN FIREARMS, LLC + LICENSED FIREARMS DEALER +

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WINE & SPIRITS SHOP

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Phone: 570-224-6636 Fax: 570-224-6690

BILL CASE SALES & SERVICE

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570-729-7402

Shewolf Taxidermy

For all your taxidermy needs including European mounts

Dianne Bacon

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Grund CUSTOM MEAT CUTTING Cochecton Center, NY • 845-252-7363

Mon.–Fri. 8am-6:00pm Sat. 8am-3:00pm

DEER: Cut • Wrapped • Frozen

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Year-Round Custom Cutting • Beef • Pig • Lamb

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Service Directory Affordable Dentistry DENTURES $499.00 each & up EXTRACTIONS with DENTURES 150.00 each & up CAPS $500.00 & up Call for appointment

SOUTH FALLSBURG DENTAL

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Air Conditioning Heating • Plumbing • Electrical Air Conditioning

BORSDAM’S INC. 570-253-3788

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

PHILIP FARMILOE, ARCHITECT, AIA

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

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

Auto Body B&R COLLISION CORP.

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

Builder

Excavating & Landscaping

TED KILLE

D&R EXCAVATING AND LANDSCAPING

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

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

Contractor LEWIS MECKLE CONSTRUCTION CORP. New Homes • New Construction Renovations • Excavations From start to finish • Quality to remember Narrowsburg, NY • 845-252-7469

SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS

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

845-252-6626

Electrical AMERICAN ELECTRIC, LLC

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

JS ELECTRIC

Automotive

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

D & R AUTO REPAIR

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Complete auto repairs, 24 hr. local & long distance towing or flatbed recovery service.

Gas • Diesel • BBQ Tanks Cash paid for junk vehicles.

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SONNY'S SERVICE CENTER

Foreign, domestic car and truck repair and complete fuel injection cleaning. 24-hour towing. NYS Inspection.

Complete Diagnostic Check.

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Blacktopping ESSELMAN PAVING

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

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

MARSHALL MACHINERY, INC.

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Equipment & Tool Repair ELDRED EQUIPMENT SERVICE & SUPPLY 550 Route 55, Eldred, NY 845-557-6168 888-435-2979 M-F 8-5 Sat 8-3

Builder

Exterminating

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BARRYVILLE EXTERMINATING SERVICE

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CAC Garden/Koi Ponds, Landscaping, Full Service Excavation, Authorized San Juan Pool Dealer & Installer Patios, Retaining Walls, Decorative Concrete 845-292-7707

Fabrication Wood & Metal Fabrication • Wood & Metal Supplies 1585 Beach Lake Highway 570-729-0506

Glass HONESDALE GLASS COMPANY

Plate Glass, Table & Desk Tops, Mirrors, Insulated Glass, Safety Glass, Farm & Construction, Store Fronts, Entrance Doors We Replace Fogged or Broken Windows & Patio Doors 570-251-9744 When you call, you speak with the owner HonesdaleGlassCompany.com

Gutters BOB’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS

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

Heating

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

Painter

Solar Energy

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KELLAM’S PAINTING

Storage

Interior & Exterior, Paint & Stain, Power Washing, Deck Refinishing, Log Home, Vinyl Siding FREE Estimates • Fully Insured • 570-352-3198 Interior & Exterior, Deck Preserving, Roofing & Repairs • Pressure Washing FREE Estimates • Fully Insured • Guatanteed Bob: 570-253-9424 home Shawn: 570-352-4740 cell

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Plumbing & Heating

Swimming Pools

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New Construction, Renovation, Service Water Heaters, Boilers, Well Pumps Solar Installs • 570-729-7791

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

PIERPONT HEATING & PLUMBING

HALLORAN FARM

Roofing

HVAC ENERGYSTARDAVE

Commercial Boilers, Heat Pumps & Controls

SOLAR GEO & WOOD 845-701-3088

Landscaping BRADY STONE & LANDSCAPING LLC

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

Marriage Officer ROBERT E. LUBEN

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BLACK OAK TREE SERVICE

Tree removal, trimming.

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DER OSKAR TREE SERVICE.COM

Pole Saw Work • Climbing • Complete Tree Removal Stump Grinding • Chipping • Trimming

Sand & Gravel

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Septic Service

MARHAREX STONE & LANDSCAPING

Tree Service

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CREATIVE EARTH LANDSCAPING

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

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

STRAIT LINE ROOFING

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

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

MACIEJEWSKI LANDSCAPING, INC.

WOOD & COAL STOVES

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

All phases of landscaping Specializing in stone walls, walkways, patios, veneer & cultured stone • Excavating 570-729-8395 Patios, walkways, retaining walls fencing, tree removal Mowing & Clean-ups • 845-468-0130 www.CreativeEarthLandscape.com

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

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845-482-5208

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Route 371 East, Rileyville, PA 570-224-6284

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

CENTRAL BOILER E-CLASSIC

Outdoor wood furnace CLEANER and GREENER EPA Qualified CALL TODAY!

Solar Electric Power, Solar Thermal Hot Water & Heat. Install & Service 570-729-7791

VALLEY SAND & GRAVEL

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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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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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Hiring metal sorters, metal buyer, torch men, equipment operators.

Full time/part time. Port Jervis, NY.

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The New York Foundling (the “Foundling”) is one of the oldest, largest and most well-respected human services agencies in New York. Established as a home for abandoned children, the Foundling has been saving children, preserving families, and building communities since 1869.

The Foundling’s focus is on child welfare and the developmentally disabled and is dedicated to creating a community where each child, youth and adult enjoys the safe, stable and support relationships needed to reach his or her full physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual potential.

We are currently looking to hire Disability Specialists in our residential program for developmentally-disabled adults in Port Jervis, NY. Responsibilities include: · Implementing program plans for individuals with mental retardation and developmental disabilities; · Supervising individuals in a residential setting as well as during community activities; Observing, monitoring, and supporting the individuals’ progress toward developmental goals and completing daily progress notes; · Administering medication; · Assisting with daily living skills, like food preparation and some housekeeping; and Transporting consumers to and from medical appointments, family visits and community activities using agency vehicle.

Requirements: High School diploma or GED and a clean and valid NYS drivers’ license.

Fulltime, Part-time, PD positions.

The Foundling offers an excellent comprehensive bene¿ts package for fulltime employment, including paid vacation, tuition reimbursement, in-service training, Àexible work schedules and competitive salaries. We invite you to join our dedicated & diverse workforce by applying directly online through our website -- https://www.nyfoundling.org/get-involved/work-with-us/ - or sending your resume along with cover letter to JOBS@NYFoundling.org

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Apply on-line today or download exam information and applications at: www.cs.ny.gov/exams Additional information about the position of correction officer is available on our website at www.doccs.ny.gov

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SHELTER DIRECTOR – Energetic self-starter needed immediately to lead and revitalize shelter. Strong computer skills, management and communications skills required as well as experience in animal care. Grant and fundraising experience a plus. The ideal candidate will manage staff, finances, liaison with the community and participate in the modernization of the facility. Send cover letter and resume to: board@pjhumane.org.

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DELAWARE VALLEY FARM & GARDEN SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC W/ EXPERIENCE NEEDED. HELP WANTED IN OTHER POSITIONS. APPLY AT STORE 30 VIADUCT RD CALLICOON, NY

We place Ad using vinyl graphic sheet on your vehicle for free and you earn $250 weekly when you drive your vehicle to your normal routine places.

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Year-round fulltime position in Liberty.

General medium duty truck experience required.

CDL a plus, but will train. Bring own tools.

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Legal Notice WINDSOR HILL PARTNERS LLC Art. Of Org. Filed Sec. of State of NY 9/23/2014. Off. Loc.: Sullivan Co. SSNY designated as agent upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY to mail copy of process to The LLC, 33 North Street, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.

GUILFORD SACKETT LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 9/8/14. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent upon whom process against the LLC may be served. SSNY shall mail process to Philip Shapiro, 9 Ipswitch Ln., Monticello, NY 12701.

General Purposes.

Formation of Fallsburg Holdings LLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY(SSNY)on9/11/14.Office loc.:Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address SSNY shall mail copy of process to is 575 Rte. 70, 2nd Fl., Brick, NJ 08723. Mgmt. shall be by one or more members.

Purpose: Any lawful activity.

B & B 1987 Old Route 17 LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 8/20/14. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Green Tree Servicing LLC, Plaintiff, against Margaret E. Payne, et al., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated 8/28/2014 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the lobby of Sullivan County Courthouse, at 414 Broadway, Monticello, NY on 11/13/2014 at 10:00AM, premises known as 1252 Forestburgh Road, Glen Spey, NY 12737 All that certain plot piece or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Lumberland, County of Sullivan and State of New York, SECTION: 3.F, BLOCK: 1, LOT: 65. Approximate amount of judgment $274,192.38 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold

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Notice of Formation for all intent and purpose: Ross Recycling LLC. Arts. Of Org. filed with Secy. Of State of NY (SSNY) Sullivan County on 9/19/14. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: PO Box 192 Mongaup Valley NY 12762

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subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 1478/2011. Michael Davidoff, Esq., Referee FRENKEL LAMBERT WEISS WEISMAN & GORDON, LLP Attorney for Plaintiff, 53 Gibson Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706 Dated: September 30, 2014 1114189 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/06/2014

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limited liability company is located is in: Sullivan County, New York FOURTH: The Secretary of State is designated as the Registered Agent of the limited liability company upon whom process against it may be served. The address within or without this state to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the limited liability company served upon it is: Jill M. Nuckel, Member c/o Catskill Organics LLC 320 Liberty Street, Suite 53 Little Ferry, New Jersey 07643 FIFTH: The limited liability company is to be managed by: One or more members.

SIXTH: The existence of the limited liability company began on October 28, 2014 when the limited liability company’s articles of organization were filed.

SEVENTH: The limited liability company shall have a perpetual existence.

with the buildings and improvements erected, situate, lying and being in the Town of Highland, County of Sullivan and State of NY, Section 18 Block 1 Lot 14. Approximate amount of judgment $135,863.94 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index# 2012-91. Steven N. Mogel, Esq., Referee Shapiro, DiCaro & Barak, LLC Attorney(s) for the Plaintiff 175 Mile Crossing Boulevard, Rochester, NY 14624 (877) 759-1835 Dated: October 13, 2014 1116044 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13/2014

Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability CompanyThe name of the limited liability company is: Triple R Development LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the New York Secretary of State’s office on : 10/15/2014 The County in which the Office is to be located SullivanThe New York Secretary of State is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the Secretary of State shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is : Ramon B Gonzalez III 12 Scheibe Road Liberty NY 12754 Pleasant View Terrace LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/22/14. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to Po Box 720, Monticello, NY 12701.

Purpose: General.

Formation of Robert Borre & Company, LLC filed with the Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/15/14.

Office loc.: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The principal business loc. and address SSNY shall mail process to is 240 Phillipsport Rd., Phillipsport, NY 12769. Mgmt. shall be by one or more members. Pur-

Notice of Formation of LUMBERLAND RESIDENTIAL TRACTOR SERVICES LLC. Articles of Organization filed with New York Secretary of State (“SSNY”) on 7/29/2014. office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated a agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 44 Baran Dr. Glen Spey NY 12737.

Purpose: Any lawful activity.

Notice of Formation of 563 EP LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 9/17/14.

Office location: Sullivan County.

SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 16 Pine Ln., Loch Sheldrake, NY 12759. Purpose: any lawful activity.

NOTICE OF ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION FOR CATSKILL ORGANICS LLC, a New York limited liability company (Filing Number: 141028010045; DOS I.D. 4657260) Pursuant to Section 203 of the Limited Liability Company Law of the State of New York FIRST: The name of the limited liability company is: Catskill Organics LLC SECOND: To engage in any lawful act or activity within the purposes for which limited liability companies may be organized pursuant to Limited Liability Company Law provided that the limited liability company is not formed to engage in any state official, department, board, agency, or other body without such consent or approval first being obtained.

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BERENTSEN’S CAMPGROUND, LLC, a domestic LLC, filed with the SSNY on 10/2/14. 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, 266 Roosa Gap Rd., Bloomingburg,NY 12721.General Purposes.

NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT COUNTY OF SULLIVAN JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, Plaintiff, against William F. Wolff a/k/a William Wolff; et al., Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale duly dated September 5, 2014 I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction in the Sullivan County Courthouse, Monticello, New York on November 20, 2014 at 10:00AM, premises known as 51 Old Brook Road f/k/a 33 Old Brook Road, Barryville, NY 12719. All that certain plot piece or parcel of land,

NOTICE OF FORMATION OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Name: Ashley Environmental, LLC Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State on October 20, 2014 Office Location: Sullivan County Secretary of State of the State of New York is designated as an agent of the LLC upon who process against it may be served.

The post office address to which the Secretary of State shall mail process is: Ashley Environmental, LLC, 905 Pine Kill Rd., Wurtsboro, NY 12790-2038.

Purpose: any lawful purpose.

PSJ CONSULTING, LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 9/12/2014. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served.

SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 67, Barryville, NY 12719.

Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 10 Kodiak Rd., Barryville, NY 12719.

Skillman Residents, LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/31/14. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to Po Box 720, Monticello, NY 12701.

Purpose: General.

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By Richard Ross sportsinsightsny.com

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IDDLETOWN AND BEAR MOUNTAIN, NY — Great news overshadowed the negatives for Eldred, which though it found itself in the spotlight visà-vis its varsity football hazing revelations, handled the matter in a proactive and commendably decisive fashion.

But for this writer/photographer on hand to witness the Yellow Jackets Section IX Championships in girls soccer, girls cross-country and the first place finish of Kayla Maas and Dave Powers in their respective Section IX Class D races, it was a week to reaffirm the positives and to celebrate the success of Eldred’s teams.

Kudos to its fine coaches, the supportive community and most of all to the remarkable efforts put forth by its athletes. A year ago in girls soccer, Eldred entered the Section IX tournament under the radar with an 8-8 record, besting Livingston Manor 3-2, a team with far more wins. The young Lady Jackets advanced to the state Final Four before losing to Poland. This year with nearly the entire team returning, Eldred was a heavy favorite to beat Manor again in the Section IX title game on October 28 at Faller Field. That pressure initially made for some nerves and tight play until sophomore standout and Section IX’s leading scorer Lynzee Kelty’s corner kick found an alert Jordan Lepes, who used the back of her head to send the ball to the back of the net with 35:16 to go in the first period. Lepes, who is ranked fifth in Section IX, is also only a sophomore. Eldred settled in to its brand of skillful and dominant soccer as it added a second-half goal from junior Sheila Burns in which both Kelty and Lepes were involved. The 2-0 title win propels Eldred (14-2-1) back into state contention. Keeper Jenna Burns was outstanding in goal as was sweeper Savanna Finck, who neutralized Livingston Manor standout Annaliese Gorr. They will travel to Albany to play an as yet undetermined opponent in a state quarterfinal. For great details of Eldred’s win over Manor, read “Full Mettle Jackets,” on www.sportsinsightsny.com. The Section IX Cross-Country Championships at Bear Mountain on October 31, also proved to be a banner day for Eldred. The Class D girls race was first on the docket, as sophomore Kayla Maas (20:41.08) captured her second consecutive title and is heading back to states for the third consecutive year. This time she’ll be in the company of her championship team, which bested S.S. Seward for the school’s first girls Section IX title since 1997. Sara Malzahn (21:32.90), Sara Jane Drewett (22.48.56), Kelsey Collins (23:29.21) and Missy Vanseggan (26.58.72) took second, fifth, seventh and 11th respectively. In the boys race run later in the day, Eldred’s David Powers (17:49.31) was the individual Class D boys champion.

But the glory of the epic event wasn’t limited to Eldred. In the girls Class C race, Sullivan West’s Kelsey Dutton (19:46.12) qualified for states for the third consecutive year and her fourth time overall. Not only did she break 20 minutes for the first time in years, but she also will have company in Canton at the state meet from teammate Courtney Meyerer (20:39.02), who placed sixth in the race. Tri-Valley’s Sandra Alemany Benayas (20:28.68) was fifth, while teammate Brittany Pennell (20:56.65) was eighth. Both Lady Bears qualified for state contention as did Monticello’s Camryn Johnson who is making it four years in a

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Eldred’s Jordan Lepes celebrates after back-heading a corner kick from teammate Lynzee Kelty in the Lady Yellow Jackets’ 2-0 Section IX Class D title win over Livingston Manor.

Eldred players erupt in joy following the win. row. Her tenth-place finish (19.38.81) in the Class B race punched her ticket. In the Class B boys race, Port Jervis’ Kobie Lane took first in 15:29.75. In the boys Class C race, Tri-Valley’s Ian Kurzrock just missed out on a state bid by a mere eight seconds.

He has had an awesome fall. Details of the Section IX CrossCountry Championships as well as full results are encoded in the story “State Of Grace” on www.sportsinsightsny.com. In football, Sullivan West’s undefeated run came to an end with a non-league 54-13 road loss to Chester. The Dawgs will look to shake that off as they prepare for their November 8 title tilt against Millbrook at Dietz Stadium, while Chester looks to capture its ninth Section IX title in the past 12 years. Chester has made it to the state title game in the Carrier Dome twice but came up short each time. In boys soccer, Fallsburg’s awesome season came to an end with a 2-1 loss to eventual Class B champion Highland. Liberty fell to Spackenkill 2-1, which was in turn upset by Onteora. Highland bested Onteora for the title. For albums of photos visit www. sportsinsights.smugmug.com.

Fellowship Fair

Saturday, November 9, 9am-2pm

Eldred’s Kayla Maas (20:41.8) cruises by Hessian Lake en route to her second consecutive Section IX Class D title.

Eldred’s David Powers is all alone as he races toward the final bend in the course en route to the finish line in an impressive 17:49.28

Sullivan West’s Kelsey Dutton (19:46.12) and Courtney Meyerer (20:39.02) run side by side along the shore of the lake.

Both qualified for the states. For Dutton it was her fourth state bid. This is Meyerer’s first.

Eldred girls won the Class D title for the first time in 17 years. Here they are pictured with the other five state qualifiers from the race.

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november 2014 happenings!

The Cooperage Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Saturdays | 11:00am to 1:00pm

Canaltown Short Spooky Movie Festival Saturday, 1st | 7:00pm, doors 6:30pm

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Sunday, 9th | 5:00pm, doors 4:30pm

Open Mic Night Wednesday, 12th | 7:00 to 10:00pm

Sounds Like Teen Spirit Friday 14th | 7:00pm to 10:00pm

Shakespeareâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Will Saturday, 15th | 7:30pm, doors 7:00pm

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Sunday, 16th | 2:00 to 4:30pm

All Acoustic Bluegrass Jam Wednesday, 19th | 7:00 to 10:00pm

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Family Game Night Thursday, 20th | 6:00 to 9:00pm

Christmas with The Crackers Friday, 21st | 6:00 to 10:00pm

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A Contra Dance Saturday, 22nd | 7:30 to 10:00pm

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Electric Open Jam Wednesday, 26th | 7:00 to 10:00pm

Live Music! Cash Bar! Saturday, 29th | 7:30pm, doors 7:00pm

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IVINGSTON MANOR, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The public is invited to a short program, â&#x20AC;&#x153;How Does Your River Flow,â&#x20AC;? with Jamie Myers, biologist with the Upper Delaware National Park Service, at Morgan Outdoors on Saturday, November 8 at 2 p.m.

Myers will bring an EnviroScape, a plastic tabletop model of a watershed showing hills, valleys, fields and rivers.

Small model houses, cars, trees, and animals are added. Then, using materials like candy sprinkles and food coloring to represent pollutants, the public can see how the watershed works. The program is perfect for curious people of all ages.

Myers will also bring maps and information about the Delaware River watershed. The streams, creeks and rivers in the Livingston Manor/Roscoe area are the headwaters of the Delaware River. In total, the Delaware Riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s watershed comprises 2,390 square miles of land area in New York State and 6,465 in PA. This network of flowing fresh

water eventually flows into Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Do you know your watershed address?

Jamie Myers has been educating area school children on the importance of being environmental stewards of their watershed through the Water Snapshot Program since 2000. Myers and her husband Brad are raising two environmental stewards of their own.

Son Silas, 6, and daughter Eliza, 3, have both been kayaking the Upper Delaware River with their parents since they were infants.

Also in Livingston Manor, is the exhibition â&#x20AC;&#x153;River and Biotaâ&#x20AC;? at CAS Arts Center, next door at 48 Main St. The exhibition is a complement to Myersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; science-based watershed program.

Learn more about the exhibition at catskillartsociety.org.

Morgan Outdoors is located at 46 Main St. To register for this free program, call 845/439-5507. Their website is www. morgan-outdoors.com.

SOUNDINGS: taking the pulse of the Upper Delaware Watershed High gage mark, feet 10/29 10/30 10/31 11/1 11/2 11/3 11/4

3.31 3.31 3.26 3.24 3.30 3.31 3.37

High water temperature °F 10/29 10/30 10/31 11/1 11/2 11/3 11/4

52.70 51.44 49.64 48.20 44.24 45.14 46.76

Actual and avg. precipitation NYC watershed

Reservoir levels November 4, 2014 Cannonsville: 51.3% Pepacton: 66.1% Neversink: 69.4% Total: 70.1% Normal Total: 73.7% Total in 2013: 78.9%

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Protecting Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources

RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

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f someone were to seek your advice about the top three environmental concerns in Pike County, what would your answer be? That question is currently being asked in the form of a short survey by the Pike County Conservation District (PCCD). PCCD is in the process of updating its strategic plan for the future of Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources by seeking input from residents, visitors and other interested parties. The survey asks responders to identify the most pressing issues and to list examples of services PCCD should provide, along with potential audiences for those services. It also seeks feedback specifically in prioritizing actions and strategies for conserving soil and water resources. As a legal subdivision of state government, PCCD is responsible for natural conservation work within county boundaries. A board of directors appointed by the county commissioners meets monthly to guide programs and staff and to coordinate partnering efforts with other agencies. All of the plants, animals and aquatic life we write about in these River Talk columns rely on intact habitats to meet their survival needs. They will never fill out a survey, attend a meeting or reach out to public officials. This is work that we can do on their behalf. After filling out the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/s/XM3FKJJ, consider personalizing your input by attending an upcoming PCCD meeting in Blooming Grove, PA on November 17 or December 15. Learn more about PCCD at its annual dinner on November 14, which will focus on Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exceptional water resources, PCCDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important role in protecting them and how you can help.

(Cost is $35; RSVP by November 7 at 570/226-8220 or mulmer@pikepa.org). Visit www.pikeconservation.org for more information.

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What are the top impacts to Pike Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources?

Does the proliferation of power lines, pipelines and the clear cutting of the associated right-of-ways concern you? Should erosion and sediment pollution from construction sites and dirt roads take top billing? Here, Ellen Enslin, PCCD senior resource conservationist (at left in hardhat) meets with officials during the Tennessee Gas Pipeline crossing of the Lackawaxen River in Pike County in 2011.

TRR photos by Sandy Long

Take part in a survey to identify how the Pike County Conservation District can best uphold water quality in Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s streams and lakes, while also protecting drinking water for residents and visitors. Should PCCD prioritize protection of environmentally sensitive areas like this wetland? Are additional scientific studies on Pikeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s natural resources needed? Weigh in with your opinion.

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DEATH Oct. 31, Nov. 1, 2 - Rivoli Theatre, South Fallsburg, NY Nov. 7, 8, 9 - Tusten Theatre, Narrowsburg, NY Fri/Sat 8pm Sun 2pm $14 Students, Seniors, Military 845-252-3136 www.delawarevalleyopera.org

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