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Rumor raises town’s gas concerns again By DAVID HULSE

use zoning ordinances to ban hydraulic fracturing. Highland approved its ban in LDRED, NY — By state high court 2012, joining Bethel, Tusten, Lumberland decision, Highland and neighborand Forestburgh in prohibiting “fracking river towns are free of natural ing.” gas drilling, but outgoing Supervisor AnThe Department of Environmental Condrew Boyar says a gas transmission line servation (DEC) has since adopted simimay prompt another new concern. lar statewide regulations to ban the conAdmitting that he had only “rumors” troversial gas extraction method. to go on, Boyar reported on Separately, Councilman/ December 8 that Columbia Supervisor-elect Jeff Haas reGas may be planning to build ported that he attended a meeta compressor station in northing with county officials preern Highland for its Millenparing plans to share sales tax nium Pipeline. revenues with Sullivan towns Boyar introduced the issue and villages. Haas said the by recounting news coverage plan would not take place until of an Orange County home2018, and sharing would not beowner who recently abandoned gin until the county collected his family’s $250,000 home in $40.5 million. Forty percent the Town of Minisink after a of excess collections beyond controversial new Millennium that amount would be shared Pipeline compressor station according to a formula involvbegan operating one-quarter ing population and property mile away from the home. TRR photo by David Hulse values. He estimated that the The pipeline crosses State Chairing his last regular program could net Highland meeting on $30,000 or more. Route 55 about one mile south monthly of the Bethel-Highland border. December 8, Supervisor Haas also met with represenBoyar, an attorney who has Andrew Boyar, pictured, tatives of a state contractor received from his colleagues frequently handled real estate erecting 125 automatic weather a commemorative paver transactions, said his concern stone to be placed in Heroes reporting stations statewide, was based on an 82-acre land Park at the Highland Town who wants to place one near transaction in the area. Hall, which Boyar was the Highland Senior Citizens “It may be rumor or it may be instrumental in creating. Center in Eldred. The station inscription reads, would be solar powered, emtrue. Our zoning doesn’t allow The it. It’s the very thing our zon- “With our deepest love ploying a tower less than 40ing was designed for,” he said. and appreciation to Andy feet in height. It’s output would Boyar for your years of “If it is true, the utility should initially be available to highdedication and friendship know they’re going to have a to our community. Thank way and emergency services, battle on their hands. Maybe you. 12-8-2015.” Beginning Haas said. they thought they were big in 1983, Boyar served 20 Haas further reported that a enough to push it through… years as supervisor during new gate had been installed at Let’s be vigilant,” Boyar said. four decades, in two non- the DEC’s Barryville river acIn 2014, the state Court of Ap- consecutive administrations. cess, which opens to additional peals affirmed a lower-court “I didn’t know they were parking in a River Road cul-deruling, saying that towns can doing this. I’m floored,” he sac accessing the site. said of the presentation.

Community Christmas party

Last-minute gifts

opens new resort in Barryville

you can make yourself

In other business, after a public hearing the board, following earlier county legislative approvals, approved a local law providing sequential senior property tax exemptions of five to 50% on primary residences for persons 65 and older, with gross incomes of $20,500 to $28,000. The board similarly approved a second local law providing tax exemptions for Gold Star parents of children killed in military service to the country. A third public hearing was followed by approvals of new annual funding contracts for the Yulan and Highland Lake fire departments, the American Legion Ambulance Service and the Sunshine Hall Library.

Boyar closed the session with parting remarks, crediting each of the town board members individually and as a group. He gave special plaudits to Town Clerk Doreen Hanson. “Every one of our town clerks has been great. But Doreen Hanson is the finest public servant I’ve met in 46 years in government,” he said. In addition to his 20 years as supervisor, “throw in two terms as town justice and a few as town attorney… It’s been quite a run,” he said. He asked to stay on as town delegate to the Upper Delaware Council, but leaving the rest behind, Boyar closed, “It’s been an honor and a privilege.”

TRR photo by Jonathan Fox

Dickens on the Delaware

ALICOON, NY — Members of the Delaware Valley Opera serenaded passers-by from the front steps of the historic Western Hotel in Callicoon during the second annual Dickens on the Delaware town-wide celebration on December 12. Carriage rides, live music, art shows and vendors lit up the town late into the night as residents and visitors celebrated in Victorian style. For more on the holiday celebration, see Jonathan Fox’s column on page 21.

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A helipad in Honesdale By LINDA DROLLINGER

ONESDALE, PA — The first mention of a helipad at the December 14 meeting of the Honesdale borough council came during the public comment portion of the meeting. Citing engine noise, wind and dust generated by helicopter blades, and the glare of navigation and landing lights, borough resident Paul Non said that he objected to a helipad located near his home. He went on to say that realtors had informed him his real property could lose a significant percentage of its current value if a helipad were located close to his property. The council did not respond immediately to Non’s comments. An explanation came later when zoning officer Daniel J. Hnatko reported to the council that Wayne Memorial Hospital (WMH) had submitted a November 23 application to establish a helipad at hospital-owned property on Fair Avenue. The application stated that WMH desires to become a Level IV trauma unit. To become one, it needs the ability to transfer critically-injured patients to Level I-III trauma units, Level I providing the most complete and advanced trauma care and Level V providing the most basic care, including evaluation, diagnosis, stabilization and transfer services. In its application, WMH stated that the upgrade to a Level IV trauma unit would not only save lives, it would also have a positive economic impact on the community, creating additional jobs in healthcare and service sectors. But borough solicitor Richard B. Henry noted that there will likely be public outcry from neighbors of the proposed helipad and that, by law, the council must schedule a conditional-use public hearing on the proposal within 60 days of the application filing date. He also said that compliance will be all but impossible, as five of seven current council member terms conclude on December 31 and public hearings must be publicized for two consecutive weeks prior to hearing date. Pointing out that residents who object to the helipad’s location near their properties are known in legal terms as “interveners,” third parties with no direct interest in a lawsuit or legal matter, Henry added that their aggregated interest might nevertheless influence the matter’s outcome and is therefore an important consideration. “Asking WMH for a general continuance would not be passing the buck to the next council,” said Henry, adding that the additional time will allow for full compliance with public hearing laws. The council voted unanimously to ask WMH for a continuance, with council president James Brennan asking Hnatko if the helipad would be operated 24 hours a day. Hnatko replied that it would be in use whenever medical emergencies require use of life-flight helicopters. Brennan said, “Helicopter traffic at three in the morning would be a problem for me.” Hnatko said that the Fair Avenue location (approximately one mile from the hospital) was the only one approved at this time by the Federal Aviation Administration, but that WMH hoped eventually to locate the helipad on the trauma unit’s rooftop, for the most efficient transfer of trauma patients. In other business, the council voted 5-1 to accept the 2016 budget as presented; Scott Smith cast the sole opposition vote.

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IN BRIEF Ceremony at Narrowsburg Union NARROWSBURG, NY — The Narrowsburg Union co-principals Kathy and Brendan Weiden, Tusten Town Supervisor Carol Wingert and members of Narrowsburg Organized for Responsible School Usage (NORSU) invite the public to an open house and lighting ceremony at the facility, formerly the Narrowsburg school building, at the corner of Erie Avenue and Bridge Street. The open house will begin at 4 p.m. on Saturday, December 19, and will take place inside the building with light refreshments served in the cafeteria. The lighting ceremony will take place at 5 p.m, followed by the reading of a proclamation. The event is held to celebrate the opening of The Narrowsburg Union, to celebrate a new exterior uplighting array, to celebrate newly installed exterior signage, and to dedicate a plaque thanking the community for its efforts in making the Narrowsburg Union a reality.

PA bill to ban gun sales to those on terror watch list HARRISBURG, PA — State Rep. Steve Santarsiero, (DBucks), on December 14 joined local, state and national gun safety organizations in marking the third anniversary of the Sandy Hook massacre and calling for stronger background checks for firearms purchases. “From Sandy Hook to San Bernardino, gun violence has only become more routine,” he said. “That is the case despite the fact that there are meaningful things that we can do to prevent those who want to kill from easy access to high powered firearms.” Santarsiero was joined by CeaseFirePA, Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action, Bucks Safe, Bucks Against Gun Violence, The Peace Center, BuxMont Coalition for Peace Action, Bucks County Woman’s Advocacy Coalition and others at an installation of 1,289 American flags representing people killed in mass shootings in the United States in the three years since Sandy Hook. Santarsiero’s House Bill 1010 would provide universal background checks for all firearms purchases and would ban persons on the federal terror watch list and no-fly list from purchasing a firearm in Pennsylvania. He said, “It makes no sense that we can ban someone suspected of links to terror groups from flying on an airplane, but we can’t ban that same person from purchasing firearms.”

Skinners Falls Bridge closed indefinitely SKINNERS FALLS, PA — The bridge between New York and Pennsylvania at Skinners Falls has been closed indefinitely by PennDOT. James May, a spokesman for the agency said the main problem with the bridge is that it is 114 years old, and was built to handle horses and buggies, or early cars, and not the heavy vehicles that have been crossing it nowadays. Specifically, he said there are stringers under the bridge that are warped and twisted. After an inspection last week, it was determined that the bridge was in bad enough shape that traffic across it must be stopped until the wear and tear can be addressed. Asked when that is likely to happen, he could not provide a time-frame for reopening. He said, “The public has to understand, this is not going to be a matter of days or weeks; it’s an indefinite closure.” The single-lane bridge is 470 feet long, and along with the Roebling and Pond Eddy bridges is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Detour signs have been installed in the area.

Judge LaBuda bags a bear SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — Sullivan County Supreme Court Judge Frank LaBuda hunts in countries all over the globe, but this year he can say he finally bagged a bear in his home territory. He wrote, “After hunting almost 50 years in Sullivan County, this was my first Sullivan bear. Having hunted in Germany and Africa there is no better feeling than harvesting such a trophy in our own back yard!” Contributed photo LaBuda donated the Judge Frank LaBuda and his dog meat to his friends at Willow pose with a downed bear. the Bruderhof Community in Chester, and is looking forward to enjoying a bear sausage holiday dinner there with his friends. LaBuda’s trusty yellow lab, Willow, participated in recovering the bear.

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Long Eddy access moves forward No parking for boats with trailers

By FRITZ MAYER

ONG EDDY, NY — The proposed expanded fishing access at Long Eddy is moving forward, according to sources familiar with the project. But, it will almost certainly not include parking spaces for cars with drift boat trailers. And there may be no parking at all in the parcel in question. Members of the community have spoken loudly against the creation of a “parking lot on the river.” But there seems to be consensus that a majority of the public would like to see the parcel used to expand the river access and allow local people to enjoy the riverside spot and be able to fish from the shore. On December 9, Heather Jacksy from the Sullivan County Division of Planning and Environmental Management (DPEM) sent an email to interested parties explaining that the Delaware Highlands Conservancy (DHC) had closed on the purchase of the parcel. The closing had been stalled as the owner worked through the process of securing clear title to the land.

Jacksy wrote, “Overall, we’ve received strong support for using this property to improve the existing access. This support has come from comments made at a Fremont Town Board meeting, at four subsequent public workshops held in the hamlet in October and November, and via mail, email and conversations with community residents. “While there is not unanimity, there does appear to be general agreement that the river access parcel [should] be open to the public; not include parking for drift boats and trailers; include a circular drive to improve access for emergency vehicles and drift boat trailers, facilitate loading and unloading, and alleviate congestion on the Town roads; incorporate a standpipe for the fire department to facilitate water withdrawal and safeguard equipment, and allow for training; provide cleared access to the banks of the river for fishing, along with seating and/ or picnic tables for quiet enjoyment of the river view; and be landscaped to screen any development from the river and adjoining/nearby properties.” Regarding parking at the facility, she

said the options being explored included no parking at all, two spots only for people with disabilities, or the two disability spots plus perhaps 10 additional spots taking between 10% and 20% of the property. As had been planned, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has secured funding to purchase the property from DHC. If it does, DEC would make the improvements and manage the property in conjunction with the National Park Service. The email said, “The DEC would submit a draft site plan design for review with the community and other stakeholders. This plan would include the two accessible parking spaces and also provide the 10 spaces under the ‘limited parking’ scenario above. However, the DEC has noted the 10 spaces need not be developed on site if they could be provided in the hamlet within easy walking distance of the property.” The Long Eddy Fire Department has also requested that it have the opportunity to purchase the property from DHC, and implement a plan that would not require any parking spaces.

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This file photo shows that there is not enough room at the end of the Long Eddy fishing access for a car with a boat trailer to turn around in the existing space, and also shows that fishing from the shore is problematic. Sue Currier, the executive director of DHC, said she is pleased with the way the project is progressing and believes the end product will be welcomed to the community by most residents. Jacksy wrote, “Four years ago we began a river revitalization plan to help our county derive more economic benefit from our natural resources, and to improve the quality of life for our residents. In the initial meetings, hundreds of people came together to identify six priority areas. As we get closer to an improved access in Long Eddy, we are pleased that this plan has proven to be not just a plan on the shelf, but has engaged a community and is coming to fruition.”

Lumberland approves highway contract By DAVID HULSE

LEN SPEY, NY — It was a long time coming, but with the town board’s 3-2 vote for approval on December 9, workers on the Lumberland Highway Department now have a new contract. They have been working without a contract since mid-2013. Councilmen James Akt and Ron Thiele opposed the contract. Neither commented on the vote and Supervisor Nadia Rajsz’ sigh of relief following the vote served as the only comment. Details of the new accord were not provided at last week’s board meeting and as of this writing, The River Reporter has not received a response to a subsequent request about those details. Believed to be the last highway department in Sullivan to do so, the highway workers voted in the spring of 2014 to join the Teamsters Union and won town certification for the union in May of 2014. The proposal then was not warmly received, as board members said they had negotiated in good faith prior to the union vote. Board members argued that

highway salaries and benefits were comparable with other towns, and rising taxes were already threatening the town’s growth. This spring, after a labor negotiations consultant failed to come up with a resolution, Rajsz spoke of mediation, and failing that she said the contract dispute would go before a labor relations court. In other business, the board held a public hearing for and passed a local law providing for town money to help reduce Lumberland’s feral cat population by annually funding the neutering of up to 25 cats owned by town residents. The program would be done in conjunction with The Animal Rights Alliance (TARA). Lumberland resident Joan Rosenfeld lobbied the board for help with the problem for several years, and was on hand to thank them following its passage by a 3-2 vote, with councilmen Joe Carr and Ron Thiele opposed. Additionally, Jean Mulcahey was appointed to a vacant bookkeeper/confidential assistant position at $13 per hour for a 30-hour week; the board agreed to contract with Sullivan County Planning

for facilitation services in reviewing the town’s comprehensive plan, the work to be funded by a $7,000 Upper Delaware Council TAG grant; the board appointed Michael Summa, who is also a Fallsburg police sergeant, as a part-time town constable at $19.34 per hour; approved a letter to state officials lobbying for additional Comprehensive Highway Improvement Program (CHIPS) funding; received communications from planning board alternate Michael Marcasciano seeking to fill a planning board vacancy, and from Joan Rosenfeld and Tami Petri seeking positions on the town’s ethics committee. The meeting was the last regular meeting not only for Supervisor Rajsz, who is resigning to serve as the new District 2 Sullivan County Legislator, and Councilman Ron Thiele, who did not seek reelection last fall. Councilman-elect Leigh Sherman will join the board in January, when they will need to address a replacement for the supervisor’s position, and likely a replacement councilman, should the supervisor come from the incumbent board.

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Lumberland Supervisor Nadia Rajsz will be joining the Sullivan County Legislator as the District 2 representative in January. Rajsz, who has served portions of the last two decades as a councilwoman and supervisor, is pictured on December 9 following her last regular town board meeting. Councilman Joe Carr credited her with eliminating more than a million dollars of inherited town debt as supervisor. “I hate to see her go.” Rajsz, who teared up several times during the meeting, said the parting was “bittersweet. I wish I could stay. I’ll be up at the county, but not far away. You’ve all been a great group to work with.”

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Christmas party and grand opening New Catskill Mountains Resort in Barryville

ARRYVILLE, NY — The newly opened Catskill Mountains Resort will hold a community Christmas party and grand opening on Saturday, December 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. Residents are invited to stop by the resort at 211 Mail Rd. for the festivities. Santa will be arriving by fire truck at 5 p.m. He will make his way down to The Wilderness Lounge to sit by the fire and sit for photos with children. Children can bring a letter for Santa or fill one out right there and put it in Santa’s mailbox. A stocking filled with goodies will be given to each child as well as a complimentary photo to take home. The kids can roast complimentary marshmallows and sip hot chocolate by the fire pits in The Courtyard. Carolers will sing holiday classics in the gazebo, and guests can tour the grounds, which are decorated for the season. Guests are welcome to take a look at the hotel and main house rooms as well as the log cabins. Adults can hang out in The Wilderness Lounge where the bar will be open with holiday drink specials, and

they can dance to DJ Yetti spinning some holiday dance music. A complimentary buffet will be available to anyone who brings a new unwrapped toy or winter clothing item. Local Sullivan County charitable organization A Dose of Kindness will be on hand to accept the donations and get them to local families who need a helping hand this holiday season. A Dose of Kindness will be having its holiday dinner for community members in need the next day in Monticello. The resort will be donating tons of food for this very worthy cause. Resort management believes in the community and wants to see it grow and prosper. Guests are welcome to stay past 9 p.m. and party on into the night with the Ugly Sweater Contest in the Wilderness Lounge. Prizes will be given for the top three winners. In this case, the worse the sweater looks, the better the chances of winning. First place will win an overnight stay at the resort; second place will win a dinner for two at The Mountainside Restaurant; and third place will win a bottle of wine or champagne.

Outgoing legislator objects

ONTICELLO, NY — The Sullivan County Legislature on December 11 passed the 2016 $207 million budget on a 7-1 vote. The average increase in taxes for property owners will be .93%, bringing the total increase well under the statemandated property tax cap. While a couple of the legislators expressed reservations about how some proposed salary increases were handled in executive session, only one legislator voted “no” to the budget. Cora Edwards, an outgoing Democrat, said she would not endorse the proposed budget because of about $1 million in proposed new “discretionary spending for ‘plans and feasibility studies.’” She detailed her concerns in an email: $125,000 – to support future public transportation improvements $ 55,000 – to support local farmers by contracting for agriculture business retention and expansion services $150,000 – to update Sullivan County’s 20/20 Strategic Plan $100,000 – for a Parks Master Plan $100,000 – for a D&H Canal re-watering feasibility study $100,000 – for continuance of the Plans and Progress Small Grants Program $150,000 – for investment for upgrades at the Emergency Training Center $130,000 – for a comprehensive study of county employee’s salaries She also cited the addition of eight new positions in the Division of Family Services. Edwards said in a statement: “In and of themselves, I’m sure they are worthy new initiatives; however, I do not want to tie the hands of the incoming 2016 legislature [which will have six new members out of a total of nine.] It’s the job of the new legislative board to set their own legislative agenda and spending priorities, and we should give them the ability to do so.”

For more information visit www.CatskillMountainsResort.com. The resort will be featuring a New Year’s Eve package this year, which includes dinner, dancing, party favors and a champagne toast. The Mountainside Restaurant will be open evenings for dinner from 5 to 11 p.m. The Wilderness Lounge will be open weekends from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Pike holds the tax line

Sullivan budget passes By FRITZ MAYER

Contributed photo

Visitors can tour the mansion, the courtyard, and other amenities at the new Catskill Mountains Resort during the grand opening and Christmas party on Saturday, December 19 in Barryville, NY.

By DAVID HULSE

ILFORD, PA — They haven’t received any state money for six months, they’re down to dipping into savings and year-end surplus to keep things running and they don’t know if they’re going to get through January and February without borrowing. Despite all that, the Pike County Commissioners last week presented a $39 million balanced 2016 budget, calling for $1.2 million in new expenditures and no increase in the overall tax millage rate. It may sound like smoke and mirrors, but it does work out. Where does the money come from? The Commonwealth owes Pike about $2 million now, which is expected to arrive sometime in the new year. Some of those 2015 revenues are being rolled into the new budget. Property values are recovering, so there is more value to tax. Property values are projected at $2.2 million, more than doubling the 2014-15 increase. The overall 2016 millage amounts to 18.54 mills, which is unchanged from the last two years. The change is in where it’s going. Tax millage is accounted in three columns: the county budget, debt service and support for the Scenic Rural Character Preservation program (SRCP). The county recently refinanced all of its debt, prompting savings of up to $280,000 this year, another $99,000 in 2016, creating an 18.5% or .5 mill drop in budgeted debt service millage. Pike is dropping the millage supporting the (SRCP) program by 27%, some .08 mills. The SRCP program and debt services millage savings have been tacked onto the millage supporting the struggling county budget, increasing it from 15.54 to 16.12 mills. Releasing the budget to the media on December 9, the commissioners said that none of the recent county financial issues would have arisen without

TRR photo by David Hulse

Robert Weintraub of the Penn State Master Gardeners, second from right, is pictured with Pike Commissioners Rich Caridi, Karl Wagner and Matt Osterberg following the December 9 meeting. Weintraub was on hand to collect the commissioners’ private donations of $125 each toward development costs for a memorial garden at the Blooming Grove state police barracks, to be created in remembrance of slain trooper Cpl. Bryon Dickson. the state’s budget impasse. Commissioners Chair Rich Caridi, a Republican, said the Republican Legislature presented Democrat PA Gov. Tom Wolf with a balanced budget, which he vetoed. Commissioner Karl Wagner, a Democrat, said that Wolf wants to reduce the state’s accumulated longterm debt. One study estimates that debt at $53 billion. PA Gov. Tom Wolf wants new taxes to raise new revenues. The legislature doesn’t want to pass new taxes. Still, Caridi said Wolf might have used a line-item veto and prevented shortfalls that impact social services programs, which serve populations most in need. “It’s leverage,” Commissioner Matt Osterberg said. “…a big hammer to hold over everybody’s heads.” In the meantime, Caridi said Pike is continuing all existing programs and no layoffs are planned.

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New life for the Clair Breakfast, lunch and atmosphere

By FRITZ MAYER

OUNGSVILLE, NY — The dining room at the Clair Inn & Café was packed on December 12, as an invitation-only crowd sampled offerings from the lunch menu of the freshly renovated landmark. Owner and general manager Randy Klocko and kitchen manager Keith Cousineau have been breathing new life into the place since closing on the property about six months ago. Before the last owner shut down the bar at the Clair, it was a neighborhood hangout with visits sometimes from local law enforcement officials. The investors live close to the Clair and Klocko said, “We always heard good stories of its past, and the building was always intriguing… It wasn’t until we heard through the grapevine, which is very active up here, that [the owner] was going to get rid of it, that I decided to call my realtor.” The previous owner had done a lot of upgrades, such as buying all new windows, updating the electric service and much of the plumbing. But much remained to be done, including installing more of the windows, completing the plumbing and the installation of a large deck on the side and rear of the building where meals will be served during warmer months.

Said Klocko, “The new deck is my favorite, and that’s what I think changes it most.” They also expanded the kitchen and made it more “functional” as a working space. For now, the owners plan to open the café at 7 a.m. and close at 3 p.m. Asked to describe the menu, Klocko said, “eclectic but familiar.” As an example he offered a couple of the waffles that are on the breakfast menu. He said, “One of our waffles is a corn bread jalapeno waffle, with a sriracha maple syrup. It’s hearty and sweet and savory at the same time. There is also a sweet potato waffle with pecans, topped with a maple cream cheese. It’s really tasty.” This reporter was invited to the dinner and chose to forego the burger served with double-thick bacon in favor of a Portobello mushroom treated like a burger, and served with an avocado-chimichurri sauce. To this untrained palate, the meal was very good. Klocko said the operation is not a farm-to-table because that tends to drive up the prices of the dishes too much. Still, he said quality ingredients are important. He said, for instance, the waffles are made with all organic New York flour, which might raise the price a little, but not a lot. As for the inn part of the operation, Klocko said his

TRR photo by Fritz Mayer

The Clair Inn & Café opened for breakfast and lunch on December 15. plans call for the rooms to be ready by the end of April 2016. He said there will be four rooms, each with a private bathroom, and the rooms generally are much larger than the rooms that previously existed. In one case, four rooms have been merged into one, and in another three rooms have been merged into one. As for operating a business in the winter in the Catskills, Klocko said, “If we get snow, the Clair is solidly on the snowmobile trail, and has long been a stopping point, and we may by then be open for dinner.” The investors appear to be in it for the long haul.

Dissension again in Shohola By VERA MORET

HOHOLA, PA — Up until its last moments, Shohola’s monthly meeting was business as usual. The meeting came to life when several local citizens commented on the current board of supervisors. Carrie Thomas, a frequent township meeting attendee, first complimented the board for the new ladies’ restroom. However, she then rattled off a list of complaints, citing several laws that she believed had been violated by the board, in particular supervisors’ chair George Fluhr. She said she believes that six years has been long enough for Fluhr

to serve in the position and a new chair should be chosen. She cited, among other complaints, a lack of transparency and the unwillingness of Fluhr to improve himself through ongoing education. Shirley Masuo, who unsuccessfully ran against Fluhr in last month’s election, said that the township is “falling apart” and that the voters, in her opinion, had made that clear by the number of write-in votes she received. She said the township is divided. (A letter to the editor from Masuo is printed on page 6.) Fluhr did not appear to be moved by the statements. In other business, the Park Commission announced that its second annual tree

lighting along with the making of environmentally safe Christmas ornaments saw an attendance of nearly 100 individuals. Secretary and Park Commission member Diana Blume said that the event was a great success. Motions to donate $100 to both St. Ann’s and St. Jacobi’s food pantry passed with little discussion. The township is very prepared for snow this year, as is most of the East Coast, but as of now, winter has been unseasonably mild and no snow-treatment supplies have been used. Kathy Bartch, the building cleaning person, submitted a letter of resignation.

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An ad is expected to be placed seeking a new cleaner, but as one or more individuals have expressed interest in the position, these applicants will fill the need until a permanent cleaning person is selected to be hired. Keith Raser was on hand to promote his service to the elderly or disabled again this winter. As last winter was so severe, he loosely organized a local group to assist those who were literally homebound due to the heavy snowfalls. This is not a township program but one which Raser is very much committed to, and he can be contacted via the Shohola Township building at 570/559-7304.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

The rise of the Working Families Party

ost of the attention on the presidential election races is going to the slate of Republican candidates this year—and especially some of the jawdropping declarations of real estate mogul and reality TV star Donald Trump. But there is also a race on the Democratic side, and this year a growing, if still small, political party is having an impact on that race. Since its founding in 1998, the Working Families Party (WFP) has become an important player in state and local elections in New York State. The party has endorsed and given financial support to several candidates in Sullivan County in recent years. This year, Nadia Rajsz, the supervisor of the Town of Lumberland who defeated 20year incumbent Kathy LaBuda for a seat on the county legislature, ran on WFP as a secondary line, as did Christine M. Saward, who successfully ran for a seat on the board in the Town of Mamakating. At the state level, WFP was the subject of a lot of attention in the split in the Democratic Party in the primary for the governor’s race last year. Democratic voters in many municipalities in the state, including those in Sullivan County, voted for challenger Zephyr Teachout to become the party’s candidate. Partly because of this, Gov. Andrew Cuomo, by many accounts, worked very hard to keep the WFP endorsement, and he was successful this time around. In recent years, WFP has expanded operations and now has a presence in 10 states, including Connecticut, Maryland, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, as well as Washington, DC, and it successfully endorsed three candidates who gained seats on the Supreme Court who will likely play a role in determining whether the redistricting process after the 2020 census is weighted in favor of Democrats or Republicans. Most of the time, WFP is more closely aligned with Democratic candidates than Republicans, although Rajsz in Sullivan County

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also ran on the Republican line after losing the Democratic Primary. Last week, WFP for the first time endorsed a candidate for President of the United States, and the overwhelming choice of the WFP members was Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, who is running politically to the left of former Senator and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. There was some criticism of the way the choice was made—it was subject to an online vote, which some believe handed an advantage to Sander’s activist supporters, because they were more likely to sign up for party membership and then vote online. The results seems to reflect that, with 87% voting for Sanders, Clinton garnering 11% and former Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley taking 1.% Media outlets considered this a significant development. Hundreds of newspapers and other outlets reported the endorsement, including the major papers such as The New York Times. The WFP and Sanders seem to be a natural fit. Among the stated goals of both the candidate and the party are evening the playing field in the attempt to influence lawmakers and legislation, so that elected officials pay a bit more attention to the agenda of middle class and working men and women, and a little less attention to the agendas of powerful corporations and the wealthiest citizens. “We want to live in a nation that allows all people to live a decent life, no matter what is in their parents’ bank account or who is in their family tree,” Dan Cantor, WFP national director, said in a statement. “That’s why we’re standing with Bernie Sanders to build the political revolution and make our nation into one where every family can thrive.” Information on the WFP website could have been lifted straight from the Sanders website: “We believe that our economy is out of whack when wages are stagnant and good jobs are harder and harder to come by, but the very wealthiest just get richer and richer. When college is getting more and more expensive, and retirement more and more insecure. When quality public education is only available for some, but not all, of our children. When as hard as we work, inequality in America is only getting worse. In New Hampshire, the first state with a primary, likely primary voters favor Sanders over Clinton by 5% to 10%, depending on the poll. Still, most analysts think Clinton will easily take the nomination. Even if that turns out to be the case, the endorsement by the WFP shows that a growing number of people think the growing gap between haves and have-nots is the biggest problem facing our country.

A good idea at DV In the November 26 issue of The River Reporter, I took notice of the article by David Hulse titled “Bell plots future at DV [Delaware Valley School District.]” At this time I would like to applaud the Delaware Valley School District’s attempt to introduce a program that would allow some kids to go home early from school each school day to care for their younger siblings at home. So, Mr. John Wroblewski, this is a great idea. Many children are home for multiple hours each day while their parents or guardians are working, trying to provide for their families. Allowing some older students to leave school early each day to take care of their brothers and sisters at home will keep younger children safe and cared for. So, Delaware Valley School Board and superintendent, good/great idea. It’s nice to see you folks putting the needs and safety of younger children first. Good luck with your proposal and plan. It’s refreshing to see that some people are doing the right thing and putting these kids first, and money second. Keep up the good work and rational thinking, Delaware Valley. Robby Jean Gronowsky Hawley, PA

Shohola needs a new leader Since 2010, I have regularly attended Shohola Supervisors Meetings and watched Chairman George Fluhr, Jr. treat citizens with hostility, disrespect and dismissiveness. He has fostered a rift in the township that has grown to the point where residents have given up on going to the monthly meetings. Citizens never know when they will be cut off in the middle of a sentence by Mr. Fluhr’s gavel or have their questions ignored. As chairman of the board of supervisors, Mr. Fluhr sets the tone for the township. He could have brought us together, but for six years has governed in a way that has torn us apart—something that was abundantly clear as I campaigned house-to-house in November. It’s hardly a ringing endorsement for Mr. Fluhr when more than 300 voters invested the time to write in their votes for me. People are clearly fed up with his attitude toward his constituents and the divisiveness he has caused. Every January at the township’s organizational meeting, the supervisors vote on who will be chairman for the year. For the sake of Shohola, I hope this January’s vote is for someone who can be a uniting force; someone who has studied the second class township code; someone who doesn’t rely on the township secretary to do their work for them; someone who is proactive and respectful of all residents of Shohola; someone who listens and is willing to answer questions. Mr. Fluhr has shown by his history and style that he is not that person. Shirley Masuo Shohola, PA Continued on page 7

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes.” Rising to the Occassion

― Aristotle

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By Carol Roig

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Merry Christmas When our American hostages in Iran were released in January 1981, President Reagan had the National Christmas Tree re-lit. The tree had been mostly darkened in 1979 and 1980. In 1979, the National Christmas Tree was only partially lit. When President Jimmy Carter sent his daughter Amy to light the tree on December 13, the switch lit only the star atop the National Christmas Tree. Carter told the surprised crowd that the National Christmas Tree would remain dark until the American hostages in Iran were set free. In 1980, the National Christmas Tree was completely decorated with large balls and lights, but at a meeting in early December 1980 the families of the American hostages asked that the tree remain unlit. The lights on the tree shone for 417 seconds, one second for every day that the hostages had been captive. The lights were then turned off, leaving only the star atop the tree shining. When the hostages were released on January 20, 1981, the tree was redecorated. It was relit for the returning hostages on January 27. Christmas is about the birth of my God, savior and friend, Jesus Christ 2015 years ago. He redeemed every willing person by his Christmas gift: death on the cross for our bad habits, character flaws, addictions, poor choices, aka sins; and forgiving us and providing healing and salvation with his resurrection from the dead. That is why I say “Merry Christmas” as a blessing. Christmas is a national holiday because our country has a Christian foundation. This Christmas I urge everyone to attend a Christmas church service and actually prepare your heart and mind to hear the words via song and sermon. I assure you that your life will be changed for the better: you will be born again. Merry Christmas. John JP Pasquale Livingston Manor, NY

an $18 million budget. It was voted down by 18 votes. Against the advice of the ECSD Superintendent and business manager the board went directly to an austerity budget of $16.5 million. I feel that splitting the difference with the voters in a revote they would have picked up the votes they needed for a larger tax levy. I was not at the discussion. An additional $750,000 in tax levy would have given the district $3 million over the ensuing four budget cycles to help keep its reserves intact. Your Board of education at work on the eve of the tax levy cap! Reason #2 Salary increases cannot be 5%+ or even 3.5%+ when budgets are restricted to a 2% tax levy cap. With no additional state aid, the use of reserve funds is necessary to bridge the gap. In June of 2010, with the Faculty Association protesting on the front yard, the previous superintendent is let go and the last year of her contract is bought out. A new superintendent rises up from the ranks and in no time the contract is settled, as Yogi Berra said, “deja vu all over again.” Your board of education at work. Reason #3 In December 2014, a proposal for $5.6 million of capital improvements, among many a press box for a football program that barely exists, is voted down. Your board of education at work again. No son, Eldred Central School is not broke. Actually ECSD students are probably backed by more property wealth (assessments) than any other students in Sullivan County. I believe the board lacks the confidence of the people in its ability to handle the money. When you look at the way this board works, can you blame them? Two more elections, one five months from now, and the taxpayers may have a board they are willing to invest in. Paul A Clark Jr. Barryville, NY

A ray of class I attended the Fallsburg Central High School Winter Concert on Tuesday, December 8, and was moved to write this message. The three choral groups under the direction of Colleen Barber performed some very difficult pieces—in Hebrew, Spanish, Latin and an African dialect—plus an a cappella number. All were simply, stunningly beautiful. But the High School Concert Band was the show’s highlight. The band’s conductor, Mr. John Lusk, had suffered a catastrophic medical event just two weeks prior. The band president, senior Josh Hazelnis, kept the group together, held numerous rehearsals and did all the right things. Instead of a morbid display, the band performed admirably (without a conductor) with Mr. Lusk’s sports jacket draped over his music stand. It was truly a class act. Kudos to Josh and all the musicians! Prayers for Mr. Lusk’s recovery. Eileen Kalter South Fallsburg, NY

How did ECSD get so broke? How did Eldred Central School District get so broke? The NYS Comptroller’s office says it is low on reserve funds. A student stands up at a board meeting and says it is broke. If so why? Reason #1 After three capital project referendums were voted down, the board of education, in May of 2011, proposed

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A singing snow queen and a huge cast of colorful holiday characters delivered Christmas magic to hundreds of kids in Monticello, NY, one of the many stops that the Santa Express has made throughout the region this year. For more on the Santa Express, Callicoon, NY’s Dickens on the Delaware celebration and a commemoration honoring Max Yasgur of Woodstock Festival fame, see In My Humble Opinion on page 21.

Operating on faith

uring the 20 years I lived in Manhattan, I cherished what I came to call the Christmas truce. Whether it was the excessive holiday decorations, the ubiquitous Christmas carols or simple nostalgia, the bustle of the holidays seemed to bring a softening of the protective urban shell, as if the season allowed us be the nice, trusting people we always knew we were. In my nearly 20 years living in Sullivan County, I have experienced a similar sensation: each year I am struck by how profoundly dark and enveloping the winter night is, and how welcoming the sight of stores and houses decked out with Christmas lights. Driving home after dark, I’ve come to love those hopeful beacons of festivity that satisfy our shared craving for light during the longest nights of the year. This year I’m actively searching for that spirit of civility, as the season seems to be marred by violence at every turn. Not only horrific terrorism in Paris, but murderous attacks at Planned Parenthood clinics and thuggery and fear mongering at political campaign events. In the midst of such irrationality, I cling to the notion that we still really crave clarity, trust and fairness, and that those values can triumph in the public sphere as they do among my family, friends and colleagues. I take heart from the news that New York State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has launched an investigation of ExxonMobil for fraud for funding climate change denial groups that have knowingly promoted fake science intended to “debunk” climate change and suppress responsible action. This coincides with an investigative report by the Union of Concerned Scientists that shows that ExxonMobil and other top carbon polluters have spent many millions over the past three decades funding think tanks and business associations that have knowingly spread disinformation as a “contrarian” viewpoint, worked to discredit climate scientists and funded politicians willing to echo the denier rhetoric. Exxon did this even as their internal research going back to 1981 confirmed that fossil fuels are exacerbating climate change and as they secretly incorporated climate change projections into their business plans. Another groundbreaking study by Justin Farrell, a professor at the Yale University School of Forestry & Environmental Studies, uses innovative computational data collection to analyze and trace the prevalence of corporate funding from a handful of companies that have profited by polarizing the climate debate. These deceptions have delayed climate action for decades and made a mockery of one of the central tenets of science— that we must act in good faith and be worthy of trust. Science can only operate when scientists can assume that they are telling each other the truth as they see it. That doesn’t mean that mistakes can’t be made. But mistakes must be acknowledged immediately, and knowing deception cannot be tolerated. That’s called accountability, and it’s a pretty good standard for all of our dealings. By holding the fossil fuel industries accountable, perhaps Mr. Schneiderman will restore some of our battered faith. Union of Concerned Scientists investigative report: www. ucsusa.org/sites/default/files/attach/2015/07/The-ClimateDeception-Dossiers.pdf Justin Farrell study: www.pnas.org/content/early/2015/11/18/1509433112.abstract

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COMMUNITY CURRICULUM Make your own holiday table arrangement PORT JERVIS, NY — Make your own holiday table arrangement from the selection of items provided by the presenter in a course in the Community Room of the Port Jervis Public Library. Learn the art of mixed greens arranging and take your creation home just in time for your holiday dinner. If you have wire cutters and scissors, bring them to class. All other materials will be provided. The charge is $15 for supplies. You can choose from cardinals, snowmen, Santas, and/or ornaments, as well as a variety of ribbons. You may also bring your own holder to use, but it must have a line. Limited to the first 15 to register. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required no later than December 18. The presenter is Jeanne Lynn Roucken.

The benefits of essential oils in Chinese medicine HONESDALE, PA — The Sanctuary of Oils will present Lynn Potter, licensed acupuncturist, and Maya Minwah, certified aromatherapist, in the fourth workshop of a series titled “The Benefits of Essential Oils in Chinese Medicine.” The workshop, “Harmonizing Zhi: Restoring our Courage, Stamina, and Confidence,” is being held Saturday, December 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 61 Commercial St. This series of five introductory workshops explores five-element theory of traditional Chinese medicine, plus the therapeutic use of essential oils and how they work together to enhance mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. Participants will gain a basic understanding of the five element theory, the definition of Zhi, how to recognize Zhi imbalance and how essential oils work to balance energy. Participants will also sample specific oils for balancing Zhi while several acupressure points to harmonize Zhi are demonstrated. Registration is required. The cost is $40 per workshop. To register, or for more information, email mayasblends@gmail.com or call 570/ 468-7350.

DEATH NOTICES Anna “Lillian” Crum Anna “Lillian” Crum, of Milanville, PA passed away on Monday, December 8, 2015, at home surrounded by her husband and their four children. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at the Rasmussen Funeral Home, 90 Main St. Narrowsburg NY. Burial was in the Calkins Union Cemetery, Milanville.

Mattia “Matty” Anthony Russo Jr. Mattia “Matty” Anthony Russo Jr. of Callicoon, NY, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2015 with his loving family by his side. He was 58. At Matty’s request, there will be a “huge party” to celebrate his life over the summer of 2016. Meanwhile, in lieu of a service, please stop by his sister Cindy’s home, 40 Sky View Drive, Callicoon, NY on Sunday, December 20 between the hours of 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to share a memory and cheer on his beloved Minnesota Vikings. Donations in Matty’s memory may be made to the TriValley Little League Relief Fund and sent to 109 Campbell Road, Napanoch, NY 12458.

Christmas trees for a cause

YLER HILL, PA — Fair Hill Farm Riding Academy has a variety of Christmas trees available for sale to help raise funds for its horsecentered therapy program for children and adults with physical and cognitive challenges. All pro-

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oratio Allen, born in Schenectady, NY in 1802, was a civil engineer who worked on surveying the Delaware & Hudson (D&H) Canal. In 1828, the D&H asked him to purchase four locomotives in England to be used to replace stationary engines in use on the D&H Canal Co. gravity railroad, (which carried coal from Carbondale to Honesdale). Two of the locomotives arrived in Honesdale, PA, but only one, the Stourbridge Lion, was tested, on August 8, 1829. Concerned about possible injury to the man who operated the Lion, Horatio Allen himself took the controls and drove the engine from Honesdale to Seelyville and back. It was, the first locomotive to run on commercial track in America. Allen had a distinguished career and returned to Honesdale in 1881, retracing the route of his historic ride and speaking in Central Park. He died at his home in Montrose, NJ on December 31, 1889. From the collection of the Wayne County Historical Society 810 Main St., Honesdale. The museum and research library are open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a. m. to 4 p. m. through December (closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day).

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BUSINESS BRIEFS Fifth generation licensed at Teeters HAWLEY, PA — A fifth generation, Julie Teeter-Seiler, has been added as a licensed funeral director to the 166-year-old Teeters’ Funeral Service of Hawley. Teeter-Seiler is a graduate of Wallenpaupack Area High School and earned her bachelor’s degree at Siena College of Contributed photo Loudonville, NY. Af- Julie Teeter-Seiler ter graduation from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science (PIMS), she has completed a one-year resident internship with her family’s firm. She has successfully passed both the Pennsylvania State Board and the International Conference of Funeral Examining Boards requirements and was issued her funeral director’s license on September 29 of this year. The new licensee is also the eighth Teeter to become a licensed funeral director and has been fully involved in all aspects of the Teeters’ Funeral Chapel operations as well as the Teeters’ Furniture firm since 1988.

still have my flip-flops and T-shirts on; loving this weather, but it would be nice to have a little snow for Christmas, like the kind that comes down and does not stick to the roads. I had a very busy weekend. The Lake Huntington Red Hatters had their Christmas party at the Narrowsburg Inn on Sunday, December 13. Thank you to Nancy, Dee and Joey for a very nice time and yummy food. The ladies were giving me information to put into the column. God bless them. Angelina’s is reopening on Wednesday, December 16 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. There is a new menu—come and check it out. Mountain View Day Spa will be open for the winter season; for an appointment give Nancy a call at 845/932-8322. If you would like to send Ethel Hulse a Christmas card, her address is Roscoe Nursing Home & Rehab, 420 Rockland Rd., Roscoe, NY 12776. Bob and Pam Deman just returned from a Caribbean cruise. Bob was able to keep up and have a great time on a scooter. I was told that Charlie Berner is coming along and doing better. The Cochecton Youth Commission (CYC) would like to give a big thank you to Angelina’s on the Hill for hosting the annual Christmas party. Over 40 children had a great time sitting on Santa’s lap, making crafts and eating pizza. A good time was had by all. Santa, you did a great job, and yes, the kids will leave you cookies and milk. They will also leave carrots and water for your reindeer. Once again I would like to remind everyone of the upcoming opening on the Cochecton Youth Commission board for 2016. Send a letter of interest to CYC, PO Box 164, Lake Huntington, NY 12752. Meetings are on the first Tuesday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. in the new Cochecton Town Hall located on Smales Road. You can check out our CYC bylaws on the Town of Cochecton website. Those interested are strongly encouraged to attend the upcoming meetings scheduled for January 5, 2016 and February 2, 2016. Any questions can be directed to the CYC email: Cochectonyouth@ gmail.com The Lake Huntington Fire Department Chicken BBQ will be held on New Year’s Day. Tickets cost $10 each, from 3 p.m. until sold out. Pre-paid tickets can be obtained from a fireman, or you can contact Betty at 845/932-8378 or RuthAnne 932-8514. Have a great week and you can email leeniebeans@citlink.net or call 845/2523568 if you have news.

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ORGANIZATIONAL NEWS Wayne /Pike Suicide Prevention to reorganize

WCHS Historic Preservation Awards

HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Wayne and Pike County Suicide Prevention Committee will be joining the Northeast Suicide Prevention Initiative (NSPI) in supporting suicide prevention activities in Northeast Pennsylvania as well as supporting family and friends who are bereaved by a suicide loss or suicide attempt. Partnering with NSPI will allow Wayne and Pike Counties to keep locally donated funding for local suicide prevention training and professional programs. Monies will be raised from donations during an Aware-

HONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Four historic preservation awards were recently given at the Wayne County Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual awards ceremony at its Main Street Museum. This year the awards were given to: Vaughn Dailey â&#x20AC;&#x201D; For the preservation and restoration of 12 stained glass windows from the Zion Protestant Episcopal Church, Sterling, PA and the writing of the book â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edwin Mendenhall, Your Missionary to Wayne County, PA.â&#x20AC;? Joshua Green and Eric Kawka â&#x20AC;&#x201D; For the restoration of the 1830s building at 939 Main St., Honesdale, which has been readapted as the restaurant â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dyberry Forks.â&#x20AC;? Dr. Estela Rojas and Dr. Jorge A. Perez â&#x20AC;&#x201D; For the restoration of the 1890s Victorianstyle Michael J. McAndrew Building at 245 Prospect St., Hawley. McAndrew was

ness and Prevention Walk in the fall and other fundraising activities throughout the year. NSPI provides free gatekeeper training and resources to all community members as well as suicide-specific training for clinicians who provide therapy to those experiencing suicidal thoughts. To become a volunteer with NSPI and/ or join the newly organized Wayne/ Pike Suicide Prevention Committee, mvalinski@waynecountypa.gov or call 570/253-9200.

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Holiday Candy Cookies M&M’s special red and green mix, released near year’s end for the holidays, make this simple sugar-cookie mix a colorful holiday gift. Makes about 3 dozen 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 2 cups ﬂour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup M&M® candies Place sugar in a one-quart jar and smooth over the top to make it even. Spoon in brown sugar and pack down evenly. In a bowl, combine ﬂour, baking soda and salt. Stir to mix. Spoon over brown sugar in jar, packing down evenly. Pour in candies and close with lid. Attach a card with the baking instructions and decorate the jar.

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Combine the first five ingredients; place in a one-quart, widemouth canning jar, packing firmly. Layer the remaining ingredients in the order listed, packing each layer firmly before adding the next ingredient.

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2 cups all-purpose ﬂour

Place mix in a large bowl. Add 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) softened butter and 2 eggs.

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Secure the lid and attach baking instructions. Decorate the jar.

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Baking instructions

Mix by hand (so you don’t break the candy pieces).

1/8 teaspoon cloves

Drop teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.

1 1/ 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Bake 10 to 12 minutes in preheated 350-degree oven.

2/3 cup dried cranberries

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1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Place mix in a large mixing bowl; gently toss to combine. Mix in one egg, 3/8 cup apple butter, 3 Tablespoons melted butter and 1/4 cup buttermilk; blend well. Drop by tablespoons onto greased baking sheets; bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on baking sheet for one minute, and then remove cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Scones in a Jar Present this gift for making scones with a jar of your own homemade jam. Raspberry jam would go especially nicely with the chocolate-chip-filled scones. Makes 8 servings 1 3/4 cup all-purpose ﬂour 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt

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1 cup quick-cooking oats, uncooked

Serves 6 to 8

1/2 cup chopped pecans

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1 cup green split peas

Combine ﬁrst three ingredients; layer into a one-quart, wide-mouth jar; pack ﬁrmly. Layer remaining ingredients on top; secure lid. Attach the baking instructions and decorate the jar.

1 cup red lentils

Baking instructions Place mix in a medium mixing bowl; cut in one cup sliced butter with a pastry cutter until coarse crumbs form. Set aside. Whisk 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup milk and one egg together; add to dry ingredients, mixing until just moistened. Knead on a lightly ﬂoured surface 8 to 10 times; pat into an 8-inch circle. Slice into 8 wedges; arrange one inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.

Pumpkin Bread Mix 2 cups all-purpose ﬂour 1 cup packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt Layer ingredients attractively in any order in a one-quart food storage jar. Pack ingredients down slightly before adding another layer. Seal jar with tight-ﬁtting lid, attach the baking instructions and decorate the jar for gift-giving. Baking instructions Beat 1/3 cup softened butter in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Add 2 eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in 1 cup canned pumpkin until well blended. Add contents of pumpkin bread mix from the jar and stir until just combined. Pour batter into 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan prepared with non-stick cooking spray. Bake 50 to 55 minutes in preheated 350-degree oven. Cool in pan for 15 minutes. Remove from pan and cool completely on wire rack.

1 cup pearl barley 1/2 cup dried onion flakes 2 teaspoons celery flakes 2 Tablespoons dried parsley 1 teaspoon ground pepper Place the macaroni in a plastic sandwich bag and set aside. Layer the remaining ingredients as level as possible in a one-quart jar in this order: split peas, lentils, pearl barley, onion flakes, celery flakes, parsley, pepper and bagged macaroni. Secure the lid and decorate the jar as desired. Attach the recipe for making the soup. Cooking instructions Coat a large pot with cooking spray and warm over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef and salt to taste, and cook, stirring and breaking up the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain off excess fat. Add 12 cups (3 quarts) broth and water combination, and all of the jar ingredients (except the bag of macaroni). Bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Add macaroni and simmer another 10 minutes, or until peas are tender and macaroni is cooked. Serve hot.

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Merrymaking Mirror Visions in festive concert

Thurman Barker in concert

MILFORD, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Mirror Visions Ensemble will perform festive music by Haydn, Sibelius, Aaron Copland, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and other composers on Saturday, December 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Milford Theatre at 114 East Catharine St. After the concert, there will be a wine-and-cheese reception. The Mirror Visions Ensemble has appeared at Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall, Merkin Concert Hall, Le Poisson Rouge, Bargemusic and other high-profile concert halls. Mirror Visions â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unlike most chamber music enterprises, the Mirror Visions Ensemble is run by singers rather than instrumentalists, and its programs are

LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Catskill Art Society will present the legendary local jazz drummer Thurman Barker and the band Trinity for two concerts for children and adults at the Laundry King at 65 Main St. on Saturday, December 19. Jazz for Young Folks at 4 p.m. presents a fun, accessible program of holiday music and jazz standards that will have the little ones dancing in the aisles. Thurman Barker and Trinity at 7:30 p.m. pays homage to the music of Irving Berlin, inspiring originals by Thurman Barker and some classic seasonal favorites. Trinity features Lonnie Gasparini on organ, Miles Barnett on saxophone, and Barker on drums and percussion. Barker is a well-known jazz drummer and professor of music at Bard College, known for his time playing with Mighty Joe Young, Bette Midler, Marvin Gaye and many others. He is currently a resident of Jeffersonville. Proceeds from these two shows will support renovation of a new performance space for CAS. Tickets are available for a suggested donation of $10. Reservations are recommended. Email info@ catskillartsociety.org or call 845/4364227.

shaped with an ear to the poetry of song texts rather than to overarching notions of musical style,â&#x20AC;? says Allan Kozinn of The New York Times. Tickets cost $20 at the door, $15 if bought in advance. Children under 15 will be admitted free. Tickets can be bought in advance at www.kindredspiritsarts.org/#content, or in person at Books and Prints at Pear Alley (220 Broad St.; 570/296 4777). Kindred Spirits Arts Program, the producer of this Contributed photo concert, is a nonprofit organization of volunteers that has been bringing quality entertainment to area audiences and programs to school students since 2002.

Unitarian holiday celebration BEACH LAKE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Join the Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 20 at Ginny Nordstromâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home for a celebration of the holidays and the winter solstice. Bring a potluck dish.

There will be feasting and singing of carols and popular holiday songs. Share your musical talents and bring bells, drums, rain sticks and tambourines to enhance the merriment. For directions call 570/448-3174.

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Celebrating Chanukah in Monticello MONTICELLO, NY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Rabbi Ben Zion Chanowitz of Landfield Avenue Synagogue officiated at the public Menorah lighting in front of the courthouse in Monticello on the first night of Chanukah. Village Mayor Doug Solomon and Trustees Carmen Rue, Larissa Bennett and Jill Weyer and her children were among the many spectators at this event. The day concluded with a Chanukah dinner at the synagogue. In addition to each table lighting the menorah, enjoying a delicious meal and receiving Chanukah gelt (money) from the Rabbi, the diners sang Chanukah songs with a funny twist on the traditional words. Afterward, Lori Schneider recited her original, hilarious poem â&#x20AC;&#x153;How The Kvetch Stole Chanukah,â&#x20AC;? an adaptation of â&#x20AC;&#x153;How The Grinch Stole Christmasâ&#x20AC;? by Dr. Seuss.

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HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will showcase Mike + Ruthy on Saturday, December 19 at 8 p.m. in the underground theater of the Hawley Silk Mill at 8 Silk Mill Dr. The managing director of Harmony Presents, Jill Carlotti, describes them as “hard-touring folk musicians Contributed photo from New York’s Mike + Ruthy Hudson Valley. This doesn’t just mean that they play square dances on old, dusty instruments (which they do), it means they write about the times we live in, using sturdy old-time roots music as their bedrock. Buckle a couple kids in the backseat (check!) and you’ve got something that looks a lot like the American bohemian dream. They play with jubilation, mixing up Americana ho-downs to sassy blues, Motown soul, old-timey harmonies, rock-n-roll energy and infectious, inspired songwriting.” Tickets cost from $18 to $22 depending on when purchased. Tickets can be purchased online at www.harmonypresents. com or in person at AMSkier Insurance located at 209 Main Ave.

HAWLEY, PA — Harmony Presents will offer “Libations & Creations,” a workshop where participants learn to recreate a painting or other creative project. Workshops take place in the underground theater in the Hawley Silk Mill, located at 8 Silk Mill Dr. On Friday, December 18 at 7:30 p.m., participants will paint a winter landscape, guided by art educator and managing director of Harmony Presents, Jill Carletti. “Anyone can make this stylized winter landscape, even if you haven’t picked up a paintbrush since elementary Contributed photo school. All sup- You can learn how to plies are provided paint a stylized landscape —just bring your at a new workshop in own wine or bev- Hawley, PA. erage of choice.” The next Libations & Creations workshop will take place on Thursday, January 21 and Friday, January 22. Registration costs $35 and includes all materials; those who register a week ahead or earlier will get a 10% discount and groups of four or more will get 15% off automatically when they sign up online. For more information visit www.harmonypresents. com or call 570/588-8077.

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Columns holiday open house MILFORD, PA — The Columns Museum, operated by the Pike County Historical Society, will host its annual holiday open house on Friday, December 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. There will be eggnog, sweets and savories and a mesmerizing fire manipulation show courtesy of Flaming Barrel of Monkeys. In addition to being the home of the famed Lincoln Flag, the museum also offers new exhibits including a collection of black-andwhite photographs by John Hudanish titled “Vietnam Snapshots of a Soldier;” and four Civil War diaramas, on loan from The Toy Soldier Museum, depicting the battles at Gettysburg. The Columns also has two floors of exhibits on local history, and a local history and genealogy library that is open to the public by appointment for a small research fee. The museum shop is open for holiday purchases. Hours are on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. All proceeds benefit the museum. Call 570/296-8126 or email pikemuse@ptd.net.

“The Great Squirrel Rebellion,” by Gowan Fisher. Trafford Publishing, $14. Available at Signature Gifts, Narrowsburg, NY, 845/252-7576. Children’s author Gowan Fisher of Pine Bush, NY will sign copies of his book, “The Great Contributed photo Squirrel Rebellion” on Saturday, December 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. The signing, sponsored by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance, will be held at Signature Gifts Shop, 37 Main St. “Among my fondest memories are stories in books I read as a child growing up, which allowed me to explore the world from an animal’s point of view,” recalls Fisher, who also illustrated “The Great Squirrel Rebellion.” “If I could share the joy and warmth I felt reading such stories that would be a wonderful gift.”

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MILFORD, PA — The Pike County Council of Republican Women held their Christmas Tea on December 8, 2015 at the Laurel Villa Restaurant for the benefit of Hands of Hope. The new board of directors for the PCCRW was installed and members will assume their positions for the 2016 term. Seen here, starting in the top row left, are corresponding secretary Maria Contributed photo Brown, PCCRW president Dorothy Dexter and Hands of Hope volunteer Jean McGuinness; in the second row are PCCRW treasurer elect Julie Forbes, PCCRW recording secretary Jo Ann La Place and Hands of Hope Vice President Jim Pierce; in the third row are the president of the board of directors Hands of Hope Therese Rocco and Recorder of Deeds and Register of Wills Sharon Schroeder; and in the front row are past president of the PCCRW Marian Foran and Pike County Commissioner Matthew Osterberg. If you are interested in joining the PCCRW, visit the Facebook page or www.pccrw.weebly.com.

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MILFORD, PA — Wayne Bank’s Pike County Region recently participated in the Toys for Pike County Kids collection sponsored by the Gung Ho 909 Detachment of the Pike County Marine Corps League, the Pike County Commissioners and the Pike County Office of Human Development. Toys for local children were collected at the Milford, Lords Valley and Shohola Community Offices of Wayne Bank to be distributed to Pike County families in need during the holiday season. Seen here, standing, are assistant branch manager of the Milford Community Office Wendy Davis, left, and Helen Miller, teller at the Milford Community Office. Seated are Juliette McKerrell, assistant vice president and commercial loan officer, left; Wayne Bank Regional Vice President MaryAlice Petzinger, and Wendy Olsen, customer service representative in the Milford Community Office.

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BARRYVILLE

Barryville United Methodist Church 845/557-6216 Christmas Eve: 5 p.m. Christmas Sunday: 9 a.m. No services Christmas Day

CALLICOON Holy Cross Catholic Church 9719 Rte. 97 845/887-5450 Christmas Eve: Children’s Mass, 4:30 p.m.; Evening Vigil Mass, 8 p.m. Christmas Day: Mass at 11 a.m.

ELDRED Eldred Congregational Church 8 Proctor Rd. 845/858-6760 Longest Night service, December 21 at 7 p.m. Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 7 p.m.

Eldred United Methodist Church Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 5 p.m.

GREELEY Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Church 228 Rte. 590 570/832-4275 Christmas Day: 10 a.m.

HAWLEY BVM Queen of Peace RC Church 319 Chestnut St. 570/226-3183 Christmas Eve: 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. mass Christmas Day: 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. mass

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 405 Church St. 570/226-2411 Christmas Eve: Traditional candlelight Eucharist, 5 p.m.

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455 Grove St. 570/253-0720 Sunday, December 20: Christmas Cantata, 10:30 a.m. Christmas Eve: 7 p.m.

St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church

St. Mary Magdalen Church

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414 Church St. 570/253-4561 Christmas Day: 7:30 a.m.

Church of St. Peter (RC)

St. John the Evangelist 150 Terrace St. 570/253-4561 Christmas Eve: 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. Christmas Day: 9 a.m.

JEFFERSONVILLE St. George’s Roman Catholic Church 97 Schoolhouse Hill Rd. 845/482-4640 Christmas Eve: Family & Children’s Mass at 4 p.m.; Midnight Mass at 10 p.m. Christmas Day: 10 a.m. New Year’s Day: 11 a.m.

Presbyterian Church of Jeffersonville 4907 Rte. 52 845/482-5549 Service of Advent Lessons & Carols: Sunday, December 20, 10:45 a.m. Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 6 p.m. Boxing Day service: Saturday, December 26, 5 p.m.; Sunday, December 27, 10:45 a.m.

KENOZA LAKE Kenoza Lake United Methodist Church 484 Old Taylor Rd. Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 7 p.m.

LAKE HUNTINGTON Our Lady of the Lake 845/252-6681 Christmas Day: 10 a.m.

Presbyterian Church

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10th & Church streets 570/253-5451 Christmas Eve: 5 and 7 p.m.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church

Central United Methodist Church 205 11th St. 570/253-3291 Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 8 p.m.

24 Chestnut St. 845/292-4626 Christmas Eve: two candlelight services with Holy Communion, 4 and 10 p.m.

845/887-5450 Christmas Day: Mass at 8 a.m.

59 North St. 845/794-5577 Christmas Eve: 5:15 p.m.; 7 p.m. (in Spanish); Christmas music at 11:30 p.m. followed by midnight mass at 12 a.m. Christmas Day: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Chapel of St. Joseph, a Mission Church of St. Peter’s Gale Road, Mongaup Valley, NY Christmas Eve: 5:15 p.m. Christmas Day: 10 a.m.

NARROWSBURG St. Paul’s Lutheran Church 31 Erie Ave. 845/252-3919 Christmas Eve: Candlelight Service of Holy Communion at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Christmas Day: Holy Communion with carols at 10 a.m.

St. Francis Xavier RC Church 151 Bridge St. 845/252-6681 Christmas Eve: Mass at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Christmas Day: Mass at 12 noon

Narrowsburg United Methodist Church Christmas Eve: Candlelight Service at 7 p.m.

YOUNGSVILLE St. Francis Church (RC) 4020 State Rte. 52 845/482-4640 Christmas Eve: 7 p.m. New Year’s Day: 9 a.m.

United Reformed Church of Youngsville 3990 State Rte. 52 Christmas Eve: Candlelight service at 7 p.m.

WALLENPAUPACK Wallenpaupack Free Methodist Church 525 Church St. Christmas Eve: 6 p.m. Did we miss your church? Email us at copyeditor@ riverreporter.com so we can include you for next year.

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IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

By Jonathan Charles Fox

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree

very year, I look forward to hearing the 1958 holiday classic, written by Johnny Marks and made famous by Brenda Lee, and by the time holiday season is in full swing, I can’t get it out of my head. Ironically, Marks was Jewish but specialized in Christmas songs, including “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Have a Holly Jolly Christmas,” but it was the lyrics to “Rockin’” that reverberated as I traversed the Upper Delaware River region over the last few days in search of holiday spirit. It was evident in abundance on the banks of said river as the second annual “Dickens on the Delaware” town-wide celebration got underway last Saturday. “Rockin’ around the Christmas treehave a happy holiday,” I hummed to the dog, “Everyone dancing merrily in a new old fashioned way.” Strolling carolers, horse-and-carriage rides, vendors in Victorian garb and yes, even some lovely ladies dancing merrily were rockin’ it as the entire town of Callicoon, NY was magically transformed into an old fashioned Christmas wonderland (sans snow). Under the guidance of Callicoon Business Association President Irene Nikolai, a veritable army of elves had been toiling ‘round the clock to create new memories for the residents and visitors who flocked to banks of the Delaware. Many of them were also decked out in Dickensian garb, along with the shop-keepers and members of the Delaware Valley Opera who were serenading the crowd in front of the historic Western Hotel. “You’ll get a sentimental feeling when you hear voices singing,” the camp classic suggests, “deck the halls with boughs of holly!” As I ducked into storefronts and stopped to photograph the decorations, I couldn’t help but admire the tremendous effort that the entire town had participated in and marvel at the success of such an undertaking. “Giddy up jingle horse, pick up your feet,” I thought, as families took carriage rides through the town. “What a bright time, it’s the right time, to rock the night away.” Kudos to all concerned. Can’t wait to see what these folks have up their sleeves for future celebrations. Speaking of “sentimental feelings,” I had more than a few when a page on the Internet reminded me that there was to be a small celebration on Sunday honoring Max Yasgur—the man who made history when he opened up his farm to the Woodstock Music Festival in 1969. Yasgur, who would have been 96 this past week, only lived for a few short years after the threeday concert that changed the face of rock

TRR photos by Jonathan Charles Fox

Dickens on the Delaware organizer Irene Nikolai, seated, with Honey Hill Pottery’s Ellany Gable were among the first to have commemorative photos taken during the townwide Victorian holiday celebration.

Western Hotel proprietors Leona and Joseph Naughton, far left, gathered family members for a Victorian holiday portrait during Dickens on the Delaware in Callicoon, NY. Catskill Dance Company’s Corinna Grunn and Isabel Braverman provided a lovely interlude in the ballroom of the historic Western Hotel during last Saturday’s Dickens on the Delaware in Callicoon, NY.

Woodstock Festival 1969 alumni and friends posed for a photo-op at Jeryl Abramson’s Bethel Farm last weekend to honor what would have been Max Yasgur’s 96th birthday. & roll, but his memory and legacy will live on forever, thanks to the museum at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, folks like Roy Howard and Jeryl Abramson, the “Hippie Thanksgivings” at Hector’s Inn in Bethel, NY and legions of fans, both old and new. Several of them could be spied last weekend rockin’ around the “Peace Tree” that Bethel Woods volunteer Charlie Maloney has created on the grounds, adjacent to the Woodstock monument on Hurd Road. The informal gathering was spearheaded by New Jersey resident Pat Keegan, who (ironically) never made it to the festival back in the day. “Jim [her husband] and I were already dating in ‘69,” she shared with the group, “but when I suggested that we travel to Bethel in our VW van for the concert, he was against it. He’s been paying the

As the Santa Express pulled in to Monticello, NY last weekend, hundreds of children shrieked with glee.

price ever since,” she laughed. “Here we are, 47 years later, honoring the man who made it all happen. Without Max, the festival would likely have never occurred.” Abramson, who hosts Woodstock alumni and visitors each year during the August reunion, kindly opened her farm to the Yasgur celebration for a photo-op and joined the guests at the newly-dubbed Woodstock Oasis nearby on Route 17-B for a slice of pepperoni “peace-a” created by proprietor Mark Moore, who was rockin’ around the hippies out for the day. As I bid adieu to friends old and new, I was reminded by the pup that the annual Santa Express would be pulling into Monticello, NY momentarily, and off we went. As the Express arrived, hundreds appeared as if by magic, to revel in all that this yearly tradition provides. A ver-

itable cavalcade of fantasy, the incredible “train” carries elves, reindeer, storybook characters, a singing “snow queen” and St. Nick himself to scads of towns across the region, making children’s holiday dreams come true wherever they go. The Boys and Girls clubs of Northern Orange and Sullivan Counties hosted a party after the train headed off to Fallsburg, NY, where more than a few hundred kids shrieked with glee. “What a bright time, it’s the right time,” I thought. That’s the jingle bell rock. IMHO. Note: to see additional photos of the Santa Express and Dickens on the Delaware visit www.facebook.com/theriverreporter.

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WHERE AND WHEN Sat., Dec. 19

AA meeting

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CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group meets at St. James Episcopal Church on Route 17B (across from Rocheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage) Thursday nights at 6:30pm.

Game Night at The Cooperage

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; 2 Franksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; CafĂŠ, a free lunch open to the public at St. Francis Xavier Church, 151 Bridge St., 12noon-1pm. Come for a free meal and fellowship.

AA meeting

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Game Night at The Cooperage, 6-9pm. The Cooperage will have all kinds of games or you can bring your own. Donations appreciated. There will be coffee. 570/253-2020.

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group meets at St. James Episcopal Church on Route 17B (across from Rocheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage) Saturday mornings at 8:30am.

Honesdale High School Holiday Lights

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book signing

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Honesdale High School will present Holiday Lights through December 21 in the high school parking lot, 6-9pm. Come watch Christmas lights flash, fade and chase to songs of the holiday season transmitted through your car radio on 107.7FM. Donations to the show go to support local charities in Wayne County.

Pages & Pints: A Brewtastic Book Group

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Discuss the book â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Poisonwood Bibleâ&#x20AC;? by Barbara Kingsolver at the Callicoon Brewing Co., 16 Upper Main St., 7pm. Open to new attendees; must be 21 to attend. Registration required. 845/887-4040.

Toddler story time

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Thursday mornings 10:30-11am at the Delaware Free Branch/Western Sullivan Public Library. Ages 18 months to 2+ years. Explore early literacy with stories, songs, flannel boards and more. Registration required. Contact kohara@rcls.org or 845/8874040 for more information.

Fri., Dec. 18 Honesdale High School Holiday Lights

Indoor farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; market at The Cooperage

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Main Street Farmers Market takes place indoors at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St. from 11am to 1pm. Find a variety of locally grown, seasonal and fresh vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, breads, pastries, jams & jellies, even a pop-up eatery.

Jazz concert: Thurman Barker and Trinity

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s author Gowan Fisher signs his book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Great Squirrel Rebellionâ&#x20AC;? at Signature Gifts Shop, Delaware Arts Center, 37 Main St., 11am-2pm. 845/252-7576.

LIVINGSTON Manor â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Two jazz shows at Catskill Art Society. Jazz for Young Folks at 4pm, fun holiday music and jazz. Thurman Barker and Trinity at 7:30pm, music by Irving Berlin, originals and classic seasonal favorites. Lonnie Gasparini on organ, Miles Barnett on saxophone and Thurman Barker on percussion. $10 tickets.

Essential oils workshop

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HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Lynn Potter, licensed acupuncturist, and Maya Minwah, certified aromatherapist, present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Harmonizing Zhi: Restoring our Courage, Stamina and Confidenceâ&#x20AC;? at The Sanctuary of Oils, 1-3pm. This is the fourth workshop of a series on The Benefits of Essential Oils in Chinese Medicine. Registration is required. Cost: $40. 570/468-7350.

Family Bingo

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

Family story time

JEFFERSONVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Saturday Mornings 10am-11am at the Jeffersonville Branch/ Western Sullivan Public Library. Stories, songs, crafts and more. Registration required. Email kohara@rcls.org or call 845/482-4350 for more information.

Free tasting at Mill Market

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free tasting every Saturday at the Mill Market, in the Hawley Silk Mill, noon-2pm. info@MillMarketPA.com or 570/390-4440.

Honesdale High School Holiday Lights

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Honesdale High School will present Holiday Lights through December 21 in the high school parking lot, 6-9pm. Come watch Christmas lights flash, fade, and chase to songs of the holiday season transmitted through your car radio on 107.7FM. Donations to the show go to support local charities in Wayne County.

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Mountain Wave at Sidetracks, 8:30pm.

Honesdale High School Holiday Lights

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Last night for Honesdale High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presentation of Holiday Lights, in the high school parking lot, 6-9pm. Come watch Christmas lights flash, fade, and chase to songs of the holiday season transmitted through your car radio on 107.7FM. Donations to the show go to support local charities.

Tues., Dec. 22 AA meeting

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group meets at St. James Episcopal Church on Route 17B (across from Rocheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage) Tuesday nights at 8pm.

Latin mass service

MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Traditional Latin mass every Tuesday evening at St. Peters Catholic Church, 10 Liberty St., 7pm. 845/794-5577.

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group meets at St. James Episcopal Church on Route 17B (across from Rocheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Garage) Sundays at 3pm.

Honesdale High School Holiday Lights

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Honesdale High School will present Holiday Lights through December 21 in the high school parking lot, 6-9pm. Come watch Christmas lights flash, fade, and chase to songs of the holiday season transmitted through your car radio on 107.7FM. Donations to the show go to support local charities in Wayne County.

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LIBERTY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Friends of Max Siegel Benefit Showcase: Great Artists and Cause at Cracoliciâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the Green, 2514 Rte. 52, 11:30am.

Mon., Dec. 21 Free Computer Support

CALLICOON â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free Computer Support at Delaware Free Branch/Western Sullivan Public Library every Monday, 1-5pm. www.WSPLonline.org.

NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free Computer Support at Tusten-Cochecton Branch/ Western Sullivan Public Library every Wednesday, 4-8pm. 845/252-3360.

Sat., Dec. 26 Free tasting at Mill Market

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NARROWSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Free Computer Support at Tusten-Cochecton Branch/ Western Sullivan Public Library every Wednesday, 4-8pm. 845/252-3360.

Thu., Dec. 31 HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Two Ways at The Settlers Inn, serving dinner 5:3010pm. Live music by Dan Bradley on piano and a special menu in the dining room. Or, John Curtin and the Curtones in the Undercroft Supper Club with a three-course menu, dancing, hats, noisemakers and a champagne toast at midnight. desk@thesettlersinn.com or 570/226-2993.

HONESDALE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The Main Street Farmers Market indoors at The Cooperage, 1030 Main St. from 11am to 1pm. Find a variety of locally grown, seasonal and fresh vegetables and fruits, meats, eggs, breads, pastries, jams & jellies, even a pop-up eatery.

Mike Mizwinski

HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; One of Northeast PAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite singer-songwriters, Mike Mizwinski takes the stage at Harmony Presents at 8pm combining his originals and favorite holiday tunes. Fusing folk, rock, bluegrass and blues is a Mike Miz staple. Tickets $16-$22.

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HANCOCK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day champagne brunch buffet at Two Sisters Emporium, 170 E. Front St., 10am-2pm. Featuring made-to-order omelets, pancakes, cinnamon-swirl French toast and more. Complimentary glass of champagne or mimosa, unlimited coffee. Cost: $18.95. Reservations required. 607/637-5200.

ONESDALE, PA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; From now through December 21, Honesdale High School will present a holiday lights show from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Honesdale High School parking lot. Come watch Christmas lights flash, fade, and chase to songs of the holiday season transmitted through your car radio on 107.7FM. Donations to the show go to support local charities in Wayne County.

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HAWLEY â&#x20AC;&#x201D; New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve celebration at Glassâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;wine. bar. kitchen. at Ledges Hotel. Early seatings until 7pm, $65/ person; late seatings after 8pm, $85/ person. Hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres and champagne on arrival followed by a tasting menu. Champagne toast at midnight, live music featuring Eric Rudy. info@ledgeshotel. com or 570/226-1337.

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MONTICELLO â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Traditional Latin mass every Tuesday evening at St. Peters Catholic Church, 10 Liberty St., 7pm. 845/794-5577.

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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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The River Reporter, the award-winning newspaper of the Upper Delaware River Region, is seeking an experienced Sales Associate to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a proven sales ability, be able to help drive competitive sales goals, aid in generating new accounts and provide top-notch service to our current customer base. Must be motivated, work well both on a team and individually and thrive on meeting challenging deadlines, This a great opportunity to join a team that is committed to serving the community and showcasing the breadth of business and leisure that the Upper Delaware River Region has to offer. Salary + Commissions. Send letter of interest and resume to tanya@ riverreporter.com

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I am looking for recollections, photos, paper and artifacts from Civilian Conservation Corps Camp P-85 (Ten Mile River). The camp was located on Turnpike Lake off of Blind Pond Rd., Tusten (today’s Ten Mile River Boy Scout Camps) from 1934-1936. Contact David Malatzky at dmalatzky@aol.com.

TAX ASSOCIATE Farm Credit East, the premiere financial services provider to agricultural businesses in the Northeast, is seeking a Tax Associate in the Claverack, NY branch office. The role is responsible for the preparation of individual, partnership, and corporation returns. Other responsibilities include maintaining financial records and providing tax planning and advisory services to small business customers. Position requires a B.S. in Accounting, Business or related field and at least 2-3 years of recent tax and accounting experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.

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Legal Notice Notice of Formation of 2024 E 55th St. LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/18/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 225 Broadway, Fl. 39, NY, NY 10007. Purpose: any lawful activity. Notice of Formation of Crystal Creek Enterprises LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/15/13. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: POB 222, Loch Sheldrake, NY 12759. Purpose: any lawful activity. TY PROPERTIES UNIT 1 LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 12/02/15.Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 63 West 107th Street, Unit 41, New York, NY 10025. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. 104 Evergreen LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/29/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to C/O Lindsay T. Liu, 136 Powers St 1G, Brooklyn, NY 11211-4971. Purpose: General. 117 LEISURE LAKE DR, LLC Articles of Org. filed Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 12/07/2015. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 117 Leisure Lake Drive, Swan Lake, NY 12783. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Notice of Formation of Wells Logistics LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 12/2/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 811 Sackett Lake Road, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity. 11697 ROUTE 97 LONG EDDY

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LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 11/04/2015. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to c/o Nira C. Minniefield, 69 Main St., Apt 1F, Nyack, NY 10960. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 11697 Route 97 Long Eddy, NY 12760.

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against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, c/o Alan Rajlevsky, 178 Swiss Hill North, Kenoza Lake, NY 12750. Purpose: Any lawful purpose.

or purposes, having a period of probable usefulness of fifteen years, pursuant to subdivision 20(c) of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law; d) To pay the cost of the reconstruction of bridges throughout and in and for said County, including incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $774,000, a class of objects or purposes having a period of probable usefulness of 20 years, pursuant to subdivision 10 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law; e) To pay the cost of improvements to the County Airport Terminal Building, including original equipment,

machinery, apparatus, appurtenances, and other incidental expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $75,000, a specific object or purpose having a period of probable usefulness of 10 years, pursuant to subdivision 14 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law; and f) To pay the cost of the construction of a hanger at the County Airport, including original equipment, machinery, apparatus, appurtenances, and other incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $99,000, a specific object or purpose having a period of probable usefulness of 20 years,

SUPREME COURT - COUNTY OF SULLIVAN SONYMA, Plaintiff -against- TIMOTHY MURRAY, et al Defendant(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered herein and dated September 3, 2014, I, the undersigned Referee will sell at public auction at the lobby of the Sullivan County Courthouse, Monticello, NY on January 6, 2016 at 9:30 a.m. premises situate, lying and being in the Town of Highland, County of Sullivan and State of New York, known and designated as Section: 11 Block: 1 Lot: 40.2. Said premises known as 96 ELDRED YULAN ROAD A/K/A 96 ELDRED-YULAN ROAD, ELDRED, NY Approximate amount of lien $ 153,255.85 plus interest & costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment and Terms of Sale. Index Number 859/2012. DANIELLE JOSEDECKER, ESQ., Referee Frenkel Lambert Weiss Weisman & Gordon, LLP Attorney(s) for Plaintiff 53 Gibson Street, Bay Shore, NY, 11706 File# 01-052869-F00 You Do You, LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 7/22/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to Kristiina Wilson, 51 E Cherry Trail Po Box 72, Smallwood, NY 12778. Purpose: General. Notice of Formation of a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The name of the LLC is: 9Gram Records, LLC Articles of Organization were filed with the Secretary of State of New York (SSNY) office on: 10/26/2015 The County in which the Office is to be located: Sullivan The SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. The address to which the SSNY shall mail a copy of any process against the LLC is: c/o United

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GYST ADVISORS LLC Articles of Org. filed NY Sec. of State (SSNY) 11/24/2015. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to PO Box 394, White Lake, NY 12786. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. Principal business location: 153 Homestead Trail, White Lake, NY 12786. NOTICE OF SALE SUPREME COURT SULLIVAN COUNTY BAYVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC, Plaintiff against VINCENT A. MELORE, JR. A/K/A VINCENT A. MELORE ,et al Defendants Attorney for Plaintiff(s) Fein, Such & Crane LLP, 1400 Old Country Road, Suite C103, Westbury, New York 11590, Attorney(s) for Plaintiff(s). Pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale Entered AUGUST 19, 2015 I will sell at Public Auction to the highest bidder at the LAWRENCE H. COOK, SULLIVAN COUNTY COURTHOUSE, MONTICELLO, NY 12701 on JANUARY 13, 2016 at 11:00 A.M.. Premises known as 4 GROVE STREET, NARROWSBURG, NY 12764. Sec 12 Block 3 Lot 3. ALL that tract or parcel of land, with the buildings and improvements thereon erected, situate, lying and being in the Village of Narrowsburg, Town of Tusten, Sullivan County, N.Y. Approximate Amount of Judgment is $221,340.63 plus interest and costs. Premises will be sold subject to provisions of filed Judgment Index No 3026/2012 SCOTT RUSSELL, ESQ , Referee Notice of Formation of 2183 E 33rd St. LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/18/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 225 Broadway, Fl. 39, NY, NY 10007. Purpose: any lawful activity. 69 Main St Palace LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/8/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to 12 Hickory Ct., Bloomingburg, NY 12721. Purpose: General. Notice of Formation of Sushi Tokyo Upstate, LLC. Arts of Org. filed with New York Secy of State (SSNY) on 11/25/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: 1178 Rt. 52, Loch Sheldrake, NY 12759. Purpose: any lawful activity. TY DESIGN LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 12/02/15. Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail copy of process to the LLC, 983 Amsterdam Avenue, Apartment 3A, New York, NY 10025. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. A G E N V I R O N M E N TA L R E SOURCES LLC. Art. of Org. filed with the SSNY on 11/12/15. Office: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process

115 LEISURE LAKE DR, LLC Articles of Org. filed Sec. of State of NY (SSNY) 12/07/2015. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY is designated as agent of LLC for service of process. SSNY shall mail copy of process to 115 Leisure Lake Drive, Swan Lake, NY 12783. Purpose: Any lawful purpose. BOND RESOLUTION At a special meeting of the County Legislature of the County of Sullivan, New York, held at the County Government Center, in Monticello, New York, on the 10th day of December, 2015, at 4:00 o’clock P.M., Prevailing Time. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Samuelson, and upon roll being called, the following were: PRESENT: Samuelson, LaBuda, Vetter, Rouis, Gieger, Edwards, Benson, Steingart ABSENT: Sorensen The following resolution was offered by Mr. Benson, who moved its adoption, seconded by Ms. Vetter, to wit: BOND RESOLUTION NO. 428-15 OF 2015 DATED DECEMBER 10, 2015. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUA N C E O F A N A G G R E G AT E $10,644,000 BONDS OF THE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN, NEW YORK, TO PAY PART OF THE COST OF VARIOUS COUNTY PURPOSES, IN AND FOR SAID COUNTY. WHEREAS, all conditions precedent to the financing of the capital projects hereinafter described, including compliance with the provisions of the State Environmental Quality Review Act, each as a Type II Action, have been performed; and WHEREAS, it is now desired to authorize the financing of such capital projects, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the affirmative vote of not less than two-thirds of the total voting strength of the County Legislature of the County of Sullivan, New York, as follows: Section 1. The following are hereby authorized in and for the County of Sullivan, New York: a) To pay the cost of the purchase of equipment for construction and maintenance purposes, for said County, the cost of each item of which is $30,000 or over, including incidental expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,137,000, a class of objects or purposes having a period of probable usefulness of 15 years, pursuant to subdivision 28 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law; b) To pay the cost of the reconstruction of various buildings and facilities, in and for said County, including site improvements, original furnishings, equipment, machinery, apparatus, appurtenances, and incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $1,559,000, a class of objects or purposes having a period of probable usefulness of 25 years, pursuant to subdivision 12(a)(1) of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law; c) To pay the cost of the reconstruction of roads throughout and in and for said County, including drainage, guide rails , curbs, gutters, slope stabilization and landscaping, grading or improving rights-of-way, as well as other incidental improvements and expenses in connection therewith, at a maximum estimated cost of $7,000,000, being a class of objects

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pursuant to subdivision 17 of paragraph a of Section 11.00 of the Local Finance Law. Section 2. It is hereby determined that the aggregate maximum estimated cost of the aforesaid objects or purposes described in Section 1 hereof is $10,644,000, which objects or purposes are hereby authorized at said aggregate maximum estimated cost, and that the plan for the financing thereof by the issuance of $10,644,000 serial bonds hereby authorized to be issued therefore pursuant to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, allocated to each object or purpose in accordance with the maximum estimated cost of each as stated in Section 1 hereof. Section 3. Subject to the provisions of the Local Finance Law, the power to authorize the issuance of and to sell bond anticipation notes in anticipation of the issuance and sale of the bonds herein authorized, including renewals of such notes, is hereby delegated to the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer. Such notes shall be of such terms, form and contents, and shall be sold in such manner, as may be prescribed by said County Treasurer, consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 4.The faith and credit of said County of Sullivan, New York, are hereby irrevocable pledged for the payment of the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same respectively become due and payable. An annual appropriation shall be made in each year sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds becoming due and payable in such year. To the extent not paid from other sources, there shall annually be levied on all the taxable real property of said County, a tax sufficient to pay the principal of and interest on such bonds as the same become due and payable. Section 5. All other matters except as provided herein relating to the serial bonds herein authorized including the date, denominations, maturities and interest payment dates, within the limitations prescribed herein and the manner of execution of the same, including the consolidation with other issues, and also the ability to issue bonds with substantially level or declining annual debt service, shall be determined by the County Treasurer, the chief fiscal officer of such County. Such bonds shall contain substantially the recital of validity clause provided for in Section 52.00 of the Local Finance Law, and shall otherwise be in such form and contain such recitals, in addition to those required by Section 51.00 of the Local Finance Law, as the County Treasurer shall determine consistent with the provisions of the Local Finance Law. Section 6. The validity of such bonds and bond anticipation notes may be contested only if: 1) Such obligations are authorized for an object or purpose for which said County is not authorized to expend money, or 2) The provisions of law which should be complied with at the date of publication of this resolution are not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of such publication, or 3 Such obligations are authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. Section 7. This resolution shall constitute a statement of official intent for purposes of Treasury Regulations Section 1.150 2. Other than as specified in this resolution, no monies are, or are reasonably expected to be, reserved, allocated on a long term

basis, or otherwise set aside with respect to the permanent funding of the object or purpose described herein. Section 8. This resolution, which takes effect immediately, shall be published in full in the Sullivan County Democrat and the River Reporter, the official newspapers of such County, together with a notice of the Clerk of the County Legislature in substantially the form provided in Section 81.00 of the Local Finance Law. The foregoing resolution was duly put to a vote which resulted as follows: AYES: Samuelson, Vetter, LaBuda, Rouis, Gieger, Edwards, Benson, Steingart NOES: None ABSENT: Sorensen The resolution was thereupon declared duly adopted. CERTIFICATION FORM STATE OF NEW YORK ss.: (COUNTY OF SULLIVAN ) I, the undersigned Clerk of the County Legislature of the County of Sullivan, New York (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Issuerâ&#x20AC;?), DO HEREBY CERTIFY: 1. That a meeting of the Issuer was duly called, held and conducted on the 10th day of December, 2015. That such meeting was a special meeting. 3. That attached hereto is a proceeding of the Issuer which was duly adopted at such meeting by the Board of the Issuer. That such attachment constitutes a true and correct copy of the entirety of such proceeding as so adopted by said Board. 5. That all members of the Board of the Issuer had due notice of said meeting. 6. That said meeting was open to the general public in accordance with Section 103 of the Public Officers Law, commonly referred to as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Open Meetings Lawâ&#x20AC;?. 7. That notice of said meeting (the meeting at which the proceeding was adopted) was caused to be given PRIOR THERETO in the following manner: Via email to all newspapers and radio stations on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 3:49PM POSTING (here insert place(s) and date(s) of postingshould be a date or dates falling prior to the date set forth above in item 1) Government Center Lobby Bulletin Board Legislative Bulletin Board, 2nd Floor Government Center IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of the County Legislature this 10th day of December, 2015. AnnMarie Martin Clerk, County Legislature LEGAL NOTICE The bond resolution, a summary of which is published herewith, has been adopted on December 10, 2015, and the validity of the obligations authorized by such resolution may be hereafter contested only if such obligations were authorized for an object or purpose for which the County of Sullivan, New York, is not authorized to expend money, or if the provisions of law which should have been complied with as of the date of publication of this notice were not substantially complied with, and an action, suit or proceeding contesting such validity is commenced within twenty days after the date of publication of this notice, or such obligations were authorized in violation of the provisions of the Constitution. A complete copy of the resolution summarized herewith is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Office of the Clerk of the Legislature for a period of twenty days from the date of publication of this Notice. Dated: Monticello, New York ,December 10, 2015. AnnMarie Martin Clerk, County Legislature BOND RESOLUTION NO. _428 OF 2015 DATED DECEMBER 10, 2015.A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF AN AGGREGATE

$10,644,000 BONDS OF THE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN, NEW YORK, TO PAY PART OF THE COST OF VARIOUS COUNTY PURPOSES, IN AND FOR SAID COUNTY. Objects or purposes: Purchase of equipment for constr./maint. purposes, 15-yr. period of probable usefulness, class, $1,137,000 bonds Reconstruction of various buildings/facilities, 25-yr. period of probable usefulness, class, $1,559,000 bonds Reconstruction of roads, 15-yr. period of probable usefulness, class, $7,000,000 bonds Reconstruction of bridges, 20-yr. period of probable usefulness, class, $774,000 bonds Improvements to County Airport Terminal Bldg., 10-yr. period of probable usefulness, specific, $75,000 bonds. Const. of hanger at County Airport, 20-yr. period of probable usefulness, specific, $99,000 bonds. Aggregate maximum estimated cost: $10,644,000 Aggregate amount of obligations to be issued: $10,644,000 SEQRA status: Type II Actions Notice of Formation of Hemlock Hollow Hunting Club, LLC. Arts. of Org. filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 11/9/15. Office location: Sullivan County. SSNY designated as agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: c/o The LLC, 187 Winston Drive, Monticello, NY 12701. Purpose: any lawful activity. YLH Holdings LLC Arts of Org filed with Secy. of State of NY (SSNY) on 9/17/15. Office in Sullivan Co. SSNY desig. agent of LLC upon whom process against it may be served & shall mail process to C/O Kenny Yager, 65 Lee Pl, Bergenfield, N.J. 07621. Purpose: General. LEGAL NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Sealed bids for the following will be received by the Director of the Department of Purchasing and Central Services at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York 12701, (845) 807-0515, until 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at which time the bids will be publicly opened and read. Oil and Lubricants for Sullivan County Department of Public Works (B-15-64) Bid Forms, including specifications, may be obtained from the Director at the above address, and all bids are subject to the terms and conditions therein set forth. Dated: December 18, 2015 NOTICE COUNTY OF SULLIVAN Proposals for the following will be received by the Director of the Department of Purchasing and Central Services at the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello, New York 12701, (845) 8070515, until 1:00 P.M. on Friday, January 15, 2016: 1. Farmersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Market Promotion Project Service (R1545). Specifications may be obtained from the Director at the above address. Dated: December 18, 2015

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ing changes in their location are valuable to the understanding of weather patterns and consequently, the changing climate and its effect on our world. Northeast PA Audubon is looking for people to help scour the 7.5-mile radius around White Mills looking for as many early winter birds as possible. There might also be late migrating birds if the weather cooperates. “Please join a team. You don’t need to be an expert,” says Barbara Leo, the local count coordinator. “We can pair you up with an experienced birder.” Call Leo at 570/253-2364 to get involved.

Take a hike on Rails to Trails in Fallsburg

OWN OF FALLSBURG, NY — There will be a walk on the Fallsburg O&W Rails to Trails on Saturday, December 19 at 11 a.m. The walk will start in Woodridge and end at the Neversink River. Those interested in taking the walk should meet at the gazebo in Veterans’ Park in the village. This leg

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ULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — For the first time in several years, Sullivan County school coaches from Sullivan West, Eldred, Tri-Valley, Liberty and Monticello have selected Sullivan County All-County cross-country teams. Three teams were named: first, second and honorable mention. Choices were based on athletes’ performance throughout the season, with an emphasis on the league and sectional meets.

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CCE lists Christmas tree farms

IBERTY, NY — Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Sullivan County has once again released its annual list of local tree farms in Sullivan County that provide live trees for Christmas. All offer the option to cut your own tree, with some offering the option to pick your own or purchase pre-cut trees. “Cutting down your own Christmas tree only adds to the magic of the holiday season,” said Sullivan County Visitors Association President Robert ByronLockwood. “Additionally, it helps support our local agricultural businesses by purchasing a tree grown with love right here in Sullivan County.” The list includes the following tree farms: • Diehl Farm & Market – Calicoon • Friendly Acres – Cochecton • Maplehorst Farm Nursery – Monticello • Pine Farm – Youngsville The list is available on the Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County website, along with tips for caring for a live tree, at sullivancce.org/ agiculture/buy-local/ local-christmas-trees.

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THE RIVER REPORTER

Back to the Basha Kill

RIVER TALK

By Sandy Long

The sculptural beauty of the trees fringing the wetlands can be observed more clearly during these months when the foliage has fallen.

ullivan County, NY is home to the largest wetland in the Southeastern region of the state. The Basha Kill Wildlife Management Area (BKWMA) consists of more than 3,000 acres located just south of Wurtsboro. Until this November, my enjoyment of the magnificent natural resource was limited to spring and summer kayak excursions among the lush green vegetation one encounters while quietly plying the open channels that weave through abundant groves of pickerelweed and other plants. Last month, I ventured to the massive wetlands to photograph the November landscape. A very different, but equally compelling view revealed itself along the Shawangunk Ridge Trail bordering the wetlands. The rich palette of deep colors and complex textures offers a satisfying sensory opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers alike. In addition, the BKWMA protects wildlife habitat for more than 220 species of birds, 30 varieties of fish, and countless plants, reptiles, mammals and insects. In addition, it aids in stormwater control, protects surface and groundwater, helps to stem erosion, reduces pollution, cycles nutrients and provides recreational opportunities such as boating, hiking,

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This hiking trail along the wetlands affords abundant opportunity to explore the plants, fungi, mosses, lichens and more that live along the edges and uplands of the Basha Kill.

The Basha Kill Wildlife Management Area lies between the Shawangunks and the Catskills and was originally formed by hurricanes that deposited debris and created natural dams. (“Kill” is the Dutch word for stream.) In the early 1970s, the New York Department of Environmental Conservation acquired the land and installed a permanent dam to support wood duck and black duck breeding habitat. Today the wetlands provide an important migratory stop for two dozen species of duck. Other marsh birds such as rails, bitterns, herons, grebes and more also derive benefits from the protected acreage, along with countless mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish and insects. fishing, hunting and bird-watching. Visit www.dec.ny.gov/outdoor/82727. html to learn more. View trail maps at www.trai l link.com /trai l /d- -h- cana ltrail---bashakill-wildlife-managementarea.aspx and www.nynjtc.org/park/ bashakill-wildlife-management-area.

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