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2024 News Archives

Harris, NY – The Sullivan County Division of Public Works will be working on County Bridge 333 on County Road 174 (Old Route 17) in the Town of Thompson starting this Monday, April 8. County Bridge 333 is located in Harris approximately 500 ft. south of the intersection of CR 174 and CR 75 (Harris-Bushville Rd.).

This section of CR 174 is scheduled to be reduced to…

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Liberty, NY – Sullivan County’s Department of Community Services is increasing the available times for walk-in service for those seeking mental health, substance use and/or other therapeutic assistance, starting April 3.

“Based on usage patterns and to better serve those who can’t or don’t want to wait for an appointment, the Department of Community Services will welcome walk-ins every…

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Monticello, NY – Sullivan County is accepting applications from property owners seeking to be included in New York State Agricultural Districts 1 and 4, for a 30-day window beginning April 1st and ending April 30th. 

Applications are available by calling Melinda Meddaugh, at Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County at 845-292-6180 x116, or by emailing her at…

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Litterpluck Coupons

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County’s Annual Roadside & Trail Litter Pluck launches April 1 and runs all the way through October 31, 2024.  By resolution of the County Legislature, the disposal fee is waived during that time for roadside & public trail litter at County-operated transfer stations.

This popular annual event is coordinated by the County’s Parks, Recreation and…

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Broadband Internet Map

The dots on this interactive map represent homes and businesses in Sullivan County. State officials are seeking the public’s help in determining whether these properties are accurately listed as being served, unserved or underserved by broadband Internet providers.

Monticello, NY – New York is finalizing its broadband Internet service map, and Sullivan County…

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Hurleyville, NY – Join your neighbors and friends at the Sullivan County Museum on Sunday, April 7, at 2 p.m. for an afternoon of music drawn from the rich legacy of the Grateful Dead’s songbook. The concert is sponsored by the Frederick Cook Society, pairing one of the greatest adventurers the world has ever known with some of the greatest music of our time.

Blujazz recording artist…

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Liberty, NY – The results of a new survey will guide the County in enhancing processes and services for rental building owners and managers.

“The Sullivan County Department of Social Services aims to better support the relationship between the Department, tenants and landlords,” notes Deputy Commissioner of Social Services Giselle Steketee. “We want to bridge that gap in communication…

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Liberty, NY – According to the latest Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s (RWJF’s) County Health Rankings and Roadmap report, Sullivan County is improving in overall health.

“I am very excited to be able to share that although we clearly still have much to improve, there is a lot of good news for Sullivan County in this year’s report.,” observed Sullivan County Health & Human Services…

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Brush fire

Kauneonga Lake and White Lake firefighters had to spray down a fast-moving brush fire just this month, reducing a field of dry grass to ash (as can be seen in this photo from the White Lake Fire Company’s Facebook page).

Monticello, NY – With the New York State Burn Ban having begun on Saturday, March 16, Sullivan County Fire Coordinator John Hauschild is…

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Liberty, NY – New York State has announced a second Emergency HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) benefit is available, beginning today, March 14.

If you are eligible, the Emergency HEAP Benefit can help you heat your home if you are experiencing a heat or heat-related emergency.

You may be eligible for an Emergency HEAP benefit if:

  • Your…
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