September 25th, 2009

Gunther, CRMC keeps RISE from deflating

Regrettably, Sullivan County has more than its fair share of sexual abuse cases, fortunately one organization has always been there to assist and comfort those victims who have undergone such a traumatic and devastating experience. I am speaking about RISE (Rape Intervention Services and Education), and their highly respected program of intervention and counseling.

RISE’s 22 years [...]

September 18th, 2009

Remembering Sullivan County legend Nat Kagan

He was a butcher, hotel owner, Mayor, Town Supervisor, and most important a sweet loving and caring human being. My dear and beloved friend, Sullivan County legend, Nat Kagan passed away last weekend.

Those who knew Nat knew he was a remarkable person. As a butcher he always cared for his customers, and as an elected official [...]

September 11th, 2009

Election residency laws must be enforced

People are outraged that members of the Hassidic community who come to Sullivan County for only eight weeks out of the year are registering to vote.

As long as someone lives at a residence for 30 days they qualify to register, but then comes the legal question if they are eligible to vote if their dwelling is [...]

September 4th, 2009

Summer draws to a close as Labor Day approaches

Although many of us only got to wear galoshes, it is time once again for us to put away our white shoes, and prepare for autumn.

As our summer community packs up and leaves us for another year, we see a Sullivan County in search of immediate economic development. Even though approval for [...]