The Catskill Chronicle

LIBERTY, NY (June 29, 2011) – Light rain and cool temperatures did not dampen the spirits of ninety golfers as they paid tribute to the memory of Wallace Berkowitz at the First Annual Golf Tournament organized by New Hope Community (NHC) at Grossinger’s Golf Club on May 23.

Greens were slick with rain, and many golfers could not keep the ball in bounds. Scores skyrocketed, but there was much more laughter than frustration. The contest set a perfect tone of light-heartedness for the entire day.

All players braved the afternoon weather and returned to the clubhouse after 5:00 p.m. to enjoy beverages and hors d’oeuvres provided by Albert’s of Liberty, who catered the dinner that followed.

The awards ceremony concluded the day’s festivities. New Hope’s CEO Art Moretti thanked everyone for coming to support the day. He introduced NHC Board Member Russ Heyman, who had suggested the golf tournament and naming it in honor of Wally Berkowitz for his ten years of service as Chair of the Board and his great vision in helping grow the facility.

Carl Santos, Briana Wood, and Brian Collette, organizers of the event along with Larry Schafman, presented awards to putting contest winners, three lowest net team scores, grand prize raffle winner, and dozens of door prize winners to participating golfers. The lowest net score went to Team Russell (photo above), comprised of (l – r) Kurt Wheeler, Tom Drobysh, Rich Schmidt, and Boomer Russell. Holding the Wallace Berkowitz Cup is Karen Russell, Boomer’s wife and New Hope Community Director of Corporate Compliance.

The grand raffle prize went to William Kerrigan, (seen in photo at right in gray, with (l – r) NHC Golf Tournament Team Head Carl Santos, NHC Tournament Team member Briana Wood, and NHC Tournament Team member Brian Collette. Mr. Kerrigan is a Board Member of Associated Mutual Insurance Corporation, which Wallace Berkowitz headed for many years in Woodridge, New York. His prize was a one-night getaway for two at The Lodge at Woodloch in Hawley, Pennsylvania and a Callaway Golf Bag complete with Callaway X-22 graphite iron set –all sponsored by The Lodge at Woodloch

Other major sponsors included Crystal Run Village Inc. and Time Warner Cable Business, who sponsored the Callaway Golf shoes presented to each golfer; Rider, Weiner & Frankel and Jason Cornwell, who sponsored the golf carts; Provident Bank, Sullivan ARC and Hagedorn & Company, who sponsored the putting contest; and Tri-Star Financial, who sponsored the dinner and reception. Dozens of local businesses and friends of New Hope provided door prizes and other support for the event.

Special thanks go to Grossinger’s Golf Course Manager Kenny Cogswell and his staff; to the Berkowitz Family and close friends represented by Wally’s three daughters Dale Berkowitz, Wendy Marcus, and Amy Katz, his grandchildren, nephews and nieces, and his dear companion Audrey Altman; and to all the NHC volunteers that spent the day from early morning into the evening hours transporting, setting up, registering, cleaning and sprucing up, maintaining dry and comfortable surroundings, and taking care of everyone. That’s what New Hope and Wally Berkowitz represent—serving others and providing a special place for special people.

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The Catskill Chronicle received this invitation from Roscoe – Come celebrate our nation’s Independence as well as the crowning of Roscoe, NY as The Ultimate Fishing Town USA !!!

ROSCOE, NY – THE ULTIMATE FISHING TOWN USA (June 23, 2011) – This year, as we celebrate our nation’s independence at our Independence Day Parade, Saturday, July 2nd, we will also be celebrating our recent winning of the prestigious title, THE ULTIMATE FISHING TOWN – USA.

We want to make this a really big celebration, reflective of all the effort that went into achieving this accomplishment and all the spirit and pride it invoked in Roscoe and our surrounding communities.

We invite each of you, organization or individual, to join us … whether with a float, special car, tractor, stroller, walking, etc. Some folks have already started thinking about and working on their entries, and we encourage all of you to do so. It doesn’t need to be anything fancy – just the joy of seeing a lot of people here to share our success will be a celebration of its own. The more the merrier – please spread the word!

Betty Grossman will take care of organizing our parade, as she always does so well. The parade will start at 11:00 a.m. Due to the increased number of participants, we are asking folks who will be in the parade to start lining up at 10:00 a.m. at the Roscoe Central School parking lot. Please plan on getting there in a timely manner – that would be a big help.

If you can let us know ahead of time that you are planning to be in the parade that would be great, but if you don’t know until the last minute, please still come!

To pre-register, send an email to Betty at akamom@citlink.net, with a copy to elainemfettig@aol.com, or call Betty directly at 607 498-5794.

There are a lot of special fun things being planned. We are hoping to have our government dignitaries join us to share their congratulations.

Thunder 102.1 will be broadcasting from our parade location. And we expect Sullivan County’s own "Larry the Llama" to be parading with us as well.

The Roscoe Chamber will be selling commemorative T-shirts, as well as unique holiday ornaments with hand-tied flies from Manny Zanger, a local environmentalist.

And. that’s just in the first two days of our planning! We expect that the event will get just bigger and better as we hear from many of you!

But, most important is having each of you who helped and voted in this contest attend. Please plan on joining us, and letting others know.

This day and celebration belongs to each and every person who supported Roscoe! If you have any questions, please call Elaine Fettig at 845-439-4039.

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HARRIS, NY (June 27, 2011) – Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) recently held the annual SUNY Sullivan Nursing Program Luncheon at its main Harris campus. The luncheon commemorates the end of student clinical rotations at CRMC, one of several sites the college uses to train nursing students on patient care.

Approximately 40 students attended the reception, along with several instructors. The students learned about some of the exciting new projects at CRMC, including the Emergency Department expansion due to be completed this fall. Chief Nursing Officer Barbara Gentile spoke to the students about their career choice in health care, the importance of ongoing education even after certification and the history of Florence Nightingale.

“The SUNY Sullivan nursing program is an important local feeder program for CRMC,” said Gentile. “We go through a stringent employment selection process, and each year we choose some of SUNY Sullivan’s brightest nursing students to become nurses here at the hospital.”

Catskill Regional Medical Center is committed to providing its patients with nursing professionals who embrace the hospital’s quality standards and who are dedicated to the best in nursing care. During the hiring process, CRMC looks for nurses with the appropriate skills, knowledge and abilities to meet the hospital’s high standards of care. CRMC is an environment that prioritizes quality, safety and patient satisfaction. Learning is ongoing and enhanced through continuing education opportunities and training programs.

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LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY (June 22, 2011) – Livingston Manor has proclaimed June 25 through July 3 as Audubon Week,

With Audubon and Friends, an Art Exhibit of Birds and Butterflies, a show created by members of SCAS, the Sullivan County Audubon Society and CAS, the Catskill Arts Society, begins a happy migration of birders, artists and interested bystanders to Livingston Manor.

The art exhibit will be held at the Flour Power Bakery, 87 Debruce Road, from Friday through Sunday. Exhibit hours will follow Flour Power’s hours of operation. For more information go to www.flourpowerbakery.net or www.livingstonmanor.org.

Kate Hyden’s Turkeys in the Snow is at left.

Want to meet the 17 artists in the show? Audubon and Friends click on YouTube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fIFBrxmwVWA

Livingston Manor is sprucing up its shops to welcome visitors to Audubon Week, adding its own mini-exhibits to stores like Morgan Outdoors, which will host a special photography show called “Birds of Sullivan County” from June 25 thru July 24, with an opening reception on June 24 at 4:00 p.m.

Willow and Brown will feature Donna Greenthal’s lovely watercolor birds; Plunk promises to have an assortment of the unusual, as always, while the Wildlife Gift Shop, a setting for local artists, will overflow with birds, butterflies, unique crafts and gifts.

Ann Higgins’ Flight is at right.

Manor gardeners have pruned, planted and labeled surrounding gardens and will provide free special brochures on plants that attract butterflies at the Visitors Center.

The Sullivan County Audubon Society will also have an Information Station at the Audubon and Friends art exhibit with free brochures and examples of Sullivan County birds, butterflies and on-going SCAS projects.

On Sunday, June 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the Audubon Arts and Crafts Fair will take place at the Water Wheel Junction on Main Street, featuring an artists tent, hand crafted pottery, jewelry, stained glass, birdhouses and birdbaths, quilts, plants for sale and more.

Audubon sculptor Brian Harnett will give a Chainsaw Art Demo and an 8:00 a.m. birdwalk led by SCAS member, Renee Davis will form up at Sonoma Falls.

A Birdhouse Competition will be held at Water Wheel Junction with winners to be hosted in the window of CAS for the week. Go to www.livingstonmanor.org for details on entering, info and directions.

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CLARYVILLE, NY (June 22, 2011) – Frost Valley YMCA will host a Fly Fishing Field Day on Saturday, June 25 from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Frost Valley YMCA will be honoring its history by hosting a day of fishing-related workshops and activities on the Neversink River, referred to as the “birthplace of American fly fishing.”

Workshops will be lead by fly-fishing experts and will work with all skill levels, from beginner to advanced fly fishers.

Other events include a casting competition and learning how to identify prime trout pools.

This event is open to the public and free to Frost Valley Fly Fishing Members. The cost is $15 for visitors. Lunch is included.

Frost Valley YMCA is dedicated to the responsible stewardship of natural resources of water, wildlife, forests and soils, and to the personal growth gained from spending time in the outdoors. The fly-fishing membership provides access to more than six miles of trout streams, including the Neversink River, Biscuit Brook and Pigeon Brook.

Frost Valley requires members to practice catch-and-release in all of its rivers and streams. Fly Fishing members also have fishing access to Lake Cole, White Pond and Reflection Pond, all of which are NY State licensed fishing preserves, where fishermen may keep their catch.

For additional information or to register for Fly Fishing Day, contact Natural Resources Coordinator Reid Bauer at 845-985-2291, ext. 397, e-mail: info@frostvalley.org or visit: FrostValley.org.

Outdoor Sporting Membership applications are available at: http://www.frostvalley.org/hike-camp-fish-hunt/outdoor-sporting-membership-application.html

Frost Valley YMCA provides four seasons of outdoor educational opportunities for more than 40,000 children and adults each year of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. All Frost Valley YMCA programs incorporate the values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, inclusiveness, stewardship, diversity and community. The camp is located just 2.5 hours drive from metro NY / NJ in the Catskill Mountains.

(Photo by Carol Montana)

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LIBERTY, NY (June 21, 2011): Widely acclaimed and aptly described as “the greatest show on dirt,” NACL Theatre brings “The Little Farm Show” to Liberty’s Main Street stage on North Main Street on Friday, July 1, at 4:00 p.m. This is an all-ages musical extravaganza about farming, food and the environment.

Where does your food come from? You will find out at “The Little Farm Show.”

Created and performed by NACL’s Tannis Kowalchuk and Brett Keyser, the show kicks up some dirt with live music and high-spirited performances. From the inception of the solar system, to sunsets on Millicent’s farm, the Magnificent MacDonald Twins give their audiences a whirlwind tour. But – “The Little Farm Show” does not only entertain but will ask people to consider their food choices and the effect those decisions have on their bodies, the environment and society.

This performance of “The Little Farm Show” is made possible through an environmental initiative grant from Sullivan Renaissance.

After the performance, the Liberty Community Garden team will offer after-show refreshments in their garden on South Main Street.

Start the Independence Day weekend in Liberty: shop Liberty’s Farmers Market at 3:00 p.m., see the show at 4:00 p.m. and have a snack at the Liberty Community Garden at 5:00 p.m.

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 HURLEYVILLE, NY (June 20, 2011) – During the summer, while schools are closed, the PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program (PRASAD CDHP) will continue serving patients aboard the mobile dental clinic at their office at 465 Brickman Road, Hurleyville.

They welcome new and existing patients.

PRASAD CDHP accepts most insurance plans, including Medicaid.

Services are provided by appointment only. Walk in patients are not accepted.

For information on applying for dental services, or to schedule an appointment, please call 845-434-0376, ext. 116. For more information, visit their website at www.prasadcdhp.org.

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Livingston Manor, NY (June 19, 2011) – The first exhibition exclusively about birds at Morgan Outdoors opens Saturday, June 25 and continues through July 24.

The public is invited to the opening reception of “Birds of Sullivan County – A Photographic Exhibition” on Friday, June 24 from 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.

Photographers include Stephen Davis of Eldred, whose photo is at left, Gene McGarry of Woodstock and Valerie Freer of Ellenville, NY among other notables, including Barbara Ward-Blank (photo below).

Local nature photographer and birding enthusiast, Scott Graber, is the exhibition curator. The show is an engaging look into the diversity of species and habitat that exist in the region. It will include maps of major birding areas, an Eye Spy game for children, and guided bird walks during the exhibition period. The public can pick up a copy of Sullivan County Audubon’s list of bird species and head out to experience birding of their own.

Framed photographs will be for sale, as well as numbered and signed prints, with a portion of the proceeds donated to two local conservation organizations, Sullivan County Audubon and the Bashakill Area Association.

The photography exhibition is timed to coincide with Audubon Week in Livingston Manor. Other bird-loving events include: the Audubon and Friends art show at Flour Power Bakery in Livingston Manor, whose opening reception at 5:30pm on June 24 immediately follows this exhibition’s reception; the Audubon Arts and Crafts Fair at Waterwheel Junction Sunday, June 26, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and an 8:00 a.m. bird walk at Sonoma Falls on Sunday 26. All events are in Livingston Manor, NY with easy access from Route 17 at exit 96. 

Morgan Outdoors is located at 46 Main Street, Livingston Manor, NY. For more information, call 845-439-5507. Hours are Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 to 6:00, and Sunday from 10:00 – 4:00. http://www.morgan-outdoors.com

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SWAN LAKE, NY (June 19, 2011) – Due to the great success of past years’ outings, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Sullivan County is happy to announce their latest fundraising effort.

The Fifth Annual CCE Golf Classic will be held Saturday July 9, at 11:00 a.m. at the Swan Lake Golf and Country Club in Swan Lake, NY with a rain date of Sunday, July 10 at noon.

This fun-filled day includes a dinner after the round and some chances at great prizes donated by local businesses including restaurant gift certificates, gift baskets, and golf-themed items.

There will be hole-in-one prizes donated by M and M Auto Group, and a putting and longest drive contest.

Proceeds of this event benefit the residents of Sullivan County through Cornell Cooperative Extension’s 4-H, Agriculture, and Family & Consumer Education programs.

There are still opportunities for businesses and individuals to become sponsors, donate a raffle prize, and/or support Cornell Cooperative Extension by playing a great day of golf. 

Please call 845-292-6180, or go to the CCE website at www.sullivancce.org.

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HARRIS, NY – The Catskill Regional Medical Center (CRMC) Marketing and Public Relations Department recently received four prominent national marketing awards from the 28^th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards competition and the Aster Awards for excellence in medical marketing.

CRMC received a Merit Award from the Healthcare Advertising Awards in the category of Radio – Single Advertisement for its “The People Behind Catskill Regional Medical Center” radio ad. The Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards are sponsored by Healthcare Marketing Report, a leading publication covering all aspects of health care marketing, advertising and strategic business development. A national panel of judges reviewed all entries based on creativity, quality, message effectiveness, consumer appeal, graphic design and overall impact. More than 4,000 entries were submitted for this year’s competition.

CRMC’s Marketing Department also received a Gold Aster Award in the Newspaper Advertising- Series category for its “Outpatient Rehabilitation” advertising campaign, and two Bronze Awards in the Internal Newsletter and Radio – Single Advertisement categories for its internal newsletter and once again for “The People Behind Catskill Regional Medical Center” radio ad. Sponsored by Marketing Healthcare Today magazine, the Aster Awards Program is an elite competition recognizing the nation’s most talented health care marketing professionals for outstanding excellence in advertising. More than 3,000 entries were submitted for this year’s competition, and entries had to score in the top 5 percent for a Gold Award and top 16 percent for a Bronze Award. The entries were judged by a panel comprised of industry experts.

J.P. McGuirk, CRMC’s Director of Marketing and Public Relations said, “It is always a great honor to be recognized by your industry peers. Our advertising and PR firm Focus Media is an excellent partner. We have a great working relationship and collaborated on all of these projects.”

A member of the Greater Hudson Valley Health System, Catskill Regional Medical Center is dedicated to providing thehighest quality health care to residents in the Sullivan County region. For more information, call 845-794-3300 or visitwww.crmcny.org.

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HARRIS, NY (June 18, 2011) – Catskill Regional Medical Center’s (CRMC) Grover M. Hermann Hospital and Callicoon Family Health Center in Callicoon, NY, hosted a tour for a Hortonville preschool class on Tuesday, June 7.

Young Ambitions Nursery School Director Stacey Cruz, along with 15 of her students and several adult chaperones were treated to a special tour of the hospital, Emergency Department and Callicoon Family Health Center.

After getting an insider’s look of the hospital and Emergency Department from Sam Berger, NP (photo left), the students took part in an activity focusing on proper hand washing techniques led by Clinical Director Joni Johannes, RN. The knowledge was quickly put to use as the students cleaned up and enjoyed a healthy snack in the cafeteria.

Callicoon Family Health Center’s Nan Eschenberg, FNP, also instructed the children on proper sunscreen use and tick avoidance to ensure that they could fully enjoy their leisurely walk down the Grover M. Hermann community walking trail. The community walking trail, open to the public, is a wooded trail that is approximately one mile long and is open from dawn to dusk during spring, summer and fall.

Serving western Sullivan County and its surrounding communities, the Grover M. Hermann Hospital is a NYS designated Rural Critical Access Hospital and offers a broad array of community health services including 24-hour Emergency Department, physical therapy, imaging and laboratory.

The Callicoon Family Health Center, located at the Grover M. Hermann Hospital Physician Office Suite, is a primary care practice offering preventive medicine, geriatrics and adult medicine. Eschenberg leads the practice, which offers same- or next-day appointments.

A member of the Greater Hudson Valley Health System, Catskill Regional Medical Center is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care to residents in the Sullivan County region. For more information on Grover M. Hermann hospital, call 845-887-5530 or visit www.crmcny.org.

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LIBERTY, NY (June 15, 2011) – Liberty Fitness on North Main Street is the first project under the Liberty CDC’s Main Street Program to move into the construction phase and begin transformation  inside and out.

Liberty Fitneess owner, Cindy Fracasse and CDC Executive Director Heinrich Strauch recently signed the grant contract that awards funding to the project out of the CDC’s Main Street Grant from the NYS Office of Housing Community Renewal.

Fracasse said, “I am proud to be the first recipient of Liberty Main Street funds, and it is fitting that this program comes along as Liberty Fitness is about to celebrate its 10^th anniversary.”

”Liberty Fitness is exactly the kind of business that you want on a Main Street,” said Strauch, “It creates foot traffic, its customers use other Main Street businesses, and it offers an important service to the community. What better partner than Liberty Fitness to start our efforts to get Main Street into better shape?”

Acting Liberty Chamber of Commerce President Jeremy Gorelick, who will support Fracasse as construction coordinator, said, ”Liberty Fitness is an important and dedicated member of the Village’s business community. We look forward to seeing it rejuvenated as part of the bigger Main Street program. Come Summer 2012, Liberty’s Main Street will have made another important step forward.”

The Liberty Main Street program is funded through a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant from the NYS Office of Housing and Community Renewal. A committee of community representatives selected 17 Main Street properties (out of 27 applications) to receive funding of up to 75% of total project costs for proposed improvements, with all projects to be completed by August 2012.

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The Catskill Chronicle received the following from County Manager David Fanslau yesterday, June 14.

MONTICELLO, NY (June 15, 2011) – Today’s announcement of the Obama administration rescinding a ban on off-reservation casino proposals that are not in close proximity to the reservation will certainly re-activate interest in developing casinos in Sullivan County. 

Jonathan Rouis, Chairman of the Sullivan County Legislature, stated, "I applaud the efforts of Senator Schumer as he lobbied hard for the lifting of the ban on off reservation casinos.  We look forward to starting the process with our Native American partners to secure Native American gaming in the Sullivan County Catskills."

Only five tribes gained approval for off-reservation gaming since passage of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act. The St. Regis Mohawks managed to get all approvals for a proposed casino next to the Monticello Casino & Raceway but were denied when former Interior Secretary Kempthorne introduced the commutable distance guidance memorandum, and refused to take the land into trust.

"It has been an ongoing struggle to secure gaming in Sullivan County and I am cautiously optimistic that the federal government sees that bringing Native American gaming to Sullivan County will create an economic stimulus for not only Sullivan County, but also the Hudson Valley region and New York State," said Leni C.  Binder, Minority Leader of the Sullivan County Legislature.

"The added jobs to the community as well as the revenue from a possible casino hotel would surely add a needed economic boost to the Sullivan County Catskills." The recent interest by retailers looking to locate in Sullivan County will be enhanced by the addition of a casino resort," cited Alan Sorenson, District 9 legislator where the casinos are slated to be located.

There is strong support for Indian gaming in Sullivan County which has state approval for three casinos. This announcement offers a renewed opportunity to pursue a Catskills casino. Elwin Wood, Vice Chair of the Sullivan County Legislature and Chairman of the Community and Economic Development Committee, stated "We look forward to the renewed interest in developing a casino in Sullivan County. Such a project could bring upwards of 2,000 permanent jobs and 2,000 construction jobs to the area. The one thing that Sullivan County needs is a spark that will ignite economic development in Sullivan County, the placing of a first class gaming facility will bring additional stimulus to the projects that we as a legislature have been working to develop through our economic development corporation."

Sullivan County Manager David Fanslau envisions this economic opportunity as one of the major puzzle pieces to secure fiscal vitality once again throughout our county. "The Sullivan County economy will benefit from additional tourism venues and jobs for County residents," concluded Fanslau.

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LIBERTY, NY (June 14, 2011) – Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County has partnered with Thunder 102.1, Callicoon Cooperative Insurance Company and Mike Preis Insurance Company to highlight driving safely on our rural roads.

A new public service campaign will be airing on the radio to remind travelers to “drive with reason as it’s farming season!”

During the busy farming seasons such as spring planting, summer and fall harvest, Cornell Cooperative Extension offers some tips for motorists.

What is an SMV sign?

SMV stands for slow moving vehicle. It is an orange triangular sign outlined in red reflector material. The SMV sign must be displayed on all farm equipment designed to operate at speeds 25 miles per hour or less when traveling on the road.

When you see a SMV sign:

• Slow down immediately and use caution.
• Avoid passing on double yellow lines, around blind curves or hill crests, or other vehicles in line behind the farm equipment.
• Watch for hand signals, turn signals, driveways or other signs that indicate the slow moving vehicle is preparing to turn.
• Pass with caution, slowly and deliberately, watching for other traffic and sudden turns. Obey normal traffic laws.
• Above all, be patient and kind by staying behind.

Farm equipment may use other safety alerts like:

• Lights and reflectors positioned to the extreme left and right of their sides
• Driver use of turn or hand signals
• Reflector tape (usually white, silver or red)
• Use of lights from sundown to sunrise
• An escort vehicle that may display a flashing, oscillating or rotating light or warning lights.

Is that farmer pulling over to allow me to pass? Not necessarily!

• Accidents occur when motorists hurry around farm vehicles, resulting in injury or death.
• Large farm equipment making a left turn needs extra space. Equipment may be pulling over to turn left. Depending on the field entrance, tractors also may appear to be pulling toward the center or left but will be turning right. Wait until the tractor & equipment clear the roadway for you to continue.
• Tractors move into the center lane to avoid hitting guardrails or mailboxes that those following can’t see.
• Tractor operators can’t always pull off the road immediately due to ditches or unavailable safe space.

One final note:
SMV signs may only be used for motorized vehicles designed to travel at speeds of 25 miles an hour or less on the road. Any other use is illegal. Examples of illegal uses include marking stationary objects such as mailboxes, driveways, gates or using the sign on vehicles moving faster than 25 miles per hour like trucks or vans.

Slow down for slow moving vehicles; remember to drive with reason, it’s the farming season!

*material comprised from the New York Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee Brochure, Sharing the Road with Slow-Moving Vehicles, New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health, and the New York Farm Bureau.

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LIBERTY, NY (June 14, 2011) – Seniors and caregivers in Sullivan County came to Cornell Cooperative Extension on June 2 for a terrific exchange of information during the “Because We Care Senior Information Fair and Forum,” hosted by the Caregiver Resource Center program.

Twenty-three participants met Sullivan County agencies who presented their programs during the three hour event.

Agencies who attended included Office for the Aging, Sullivan NYConnects, Social Security Administration, Hospice of Orange and Sullivan, Achieve Rehab and Nursing Home, Independent Living, Sullivan County Adult Care Center and Adult Day Program, Catskill Regional Medical Center Medical Library & Case Management, Roscoe Nursing Home, Action Toward Independence, Sullivan County Public Health Services, Dispute Resolution Center, Alzheimer’s Association and First National Bank of Jeffersonville.

Following the senior information fair, a forum discussion on the continuum of care within Sullivan County was held. Representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association (Janet Troia), Sullivan County Adult Day Program (Sharon Jones), CRMC Case Management (Suzanne Lang-Ahmed), Sullivan NYConnects and Office for the Aging (Martha Scoppa), Achieve (Gail Ashby-Bryant), Hospice (Janice Valentino) and Sullivan County Public Health (Birgit O’Connell-Blatt) shared their perspectives and knowledge with the audience during the question and answer period.

The “Because We Care Senior Information Fair and Forum “will be held again next June as another opportunity for families and seniors to learn how they can tap into multiple services to enhance their quality of life and decide the care setting that meets their needs.

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Sullivan County District Attorney Jim Farrell today announced the results of a countywide initiative to ensure compliance with New York’s Sex Offender Registration Act (commonly known as Megan’s Law). 

In conjunction with the United States Marshals Service for the Southern District of New York, the New York State Police, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Department, the Village of Liberty Police, the Village of Monticello Police, the Town of Fallsburg Police, the Sullivan County Probation Department and the Sullivan County District Attorney’s Office Operation Northern Watch kicked off last week. 

Using Sullivan County’s Fire Training Facility in Sawn Lake as a base of operations, seven different teams of law enforcement professionals fanned out across Sullivan County to ensure that the sex offenders living in the county were in full compliance with the requirements of New York law. 

The results of the successful operation were as follows:

· Law enforcement officers made 168 address verification visits;

· Every known sex offender was visited by officers last week;

· 7 offenders are currently being sought as their whereabouts are unknown and they are in direct violation of the law. Each of these individuals are being actively sought by county law enforcement and the United Marshals Service;

· 12 individuals were arrested, including:

1.  Michael McCabe, a level 3 offender, Village of Liberty – arrested on Child Pornography charges and failure to register and verify internet accounts and identifiers;

2. Michael Harris, a level 3 offender, previously of Livingston Manor, arrested in New Haven, CT and charged federally with violating the Adam Walsh Act (Failure to Register as a Sex Offender, 18 USC 2250);

3. Anthony Marsh, a level 2 offender, believed to have been living in Jeffersonville, NY, arrested in South Hackensack, NJ for violating the Adam Walsh Act. Marsh was wanted in Orange County for failure to register;

4. Anibal Trujillo, a level 2 offender, arrested in Monticello for Failure to Register;

5. George Clauston, a level 3 offender, arrested for parole violation and will be charged with Failure to Register;

6. Charles Foreman, of Hurleyville, Ralph Morin of Kiamesha Lake, Christopher Colvill of Monticello, James Jones, of Monticello, Alexander Miller of Monticello were all arrested on non-sex offender warrants for other crimes;

7. Anna Misner of Monticello was arrested for Obstructing Governmental Administration after she tried to prevent officers from arresting Christopher Colvill;

8. Cathryn Hughes of Milford, PA was arrested in New Jersey on several warrants after she was found hiding with Anthony Marsh.

Farrell praised the cooperation between the many law enforcement agencies and the commitment from each local agency to ensure compliance with the law, “I want to thank Chief Simmie Williams of Fallsburg, Chief Doug Solomon of Monticello, Chief Rob Mir of Liberty, Sheriff Mike Schiff, Captain Keith Corlett of the State Police and Sullivan County Probation Director Jeffrey Mulinelli for their active engagement in this process. I also want to thank the US Marshals Service and Senior Inspector Nick Ricigliano for their commitment to ensuring the safety of our community here in Sullivan County.”

The New York version of Megan’s Law was passed to ensure that the community and law enforcement know where the most serious predators and sex offenders live. “Our initiative last week has been pro-active, not waiting for tragedy to strike, but making sure these sex offenders are in compliance with the law. Those not in compliance have been or will be charged criminally and prosecution will occur in both state and federal court. I was extremely pleased with the results of the operation, many of the sex offenders living in our county were found to be in compliance. That’s a good thing, however, we will continue to ensure that sex offenders comply with the law and these types of checks will be ongoing to ensure the safety and security of our community. The message to sex offenders is clear – comply with the law as required because we are prepared to enforce it, both at the state and federal level,” Farrell said.

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GRAHAMSVILLE, NY (June 13, 2011) – A new museum is coming to Sullivan County! Time and the Valleys Museum will open a brand new museum facility at 332 Main Street in Grahamsville, New York on Wednesday, June 22.

The official opening and ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at 4:30 p.m. Everyone is invited. The Museum will be open to the public for free until 6:00 p.m. that evening.

This brand new facility includes three floors of exhibitions on local history and the Rondout and Neversink watershed area, a local history research center and museum shop carrying local history books, crafts by local artisans, toys and unique gifts.

Current exhibits are:

• Impact of Water on the Life and the Growth of the Valleys
• The Rondout and Neversink watersheds: Before, During and After
• The Artwork of Manville B. Wakefield: Artist-Educator-Historian and Railroad Buff (through August 5)

The Museum will be open Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4:00 p.m. through October, and other times by appointment.

Adult admission is $2, Children under 16 $1, and children under six are free. For more information call 845 985-2262 x 313 or go to the website: TimeAndTheValleysMuseum.org.

The Time and the Valleys Museum is a living and interactive resource that preserves the past, educates the present and ensures the uniqueness of the Rondout and Neversink watersheds for all generations.

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ROCK HILL, NY (June 13, 2011) – The Rock Hill Business and Community Association will be holding a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Rock Hill Farmer’s Market on Saturday June 25 at 10:30 a.m.

The Farmer’s Market will be held every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Rock Hill Ambulance Corps property located at 96 Lake Louise Marie Road, from June 25 through October 8.

Some of the items offered on open day include vegetables, goat cheese, maple syrup, honey, cut flowers, baked goods, eggs and chicken. There will also be face painting for the kids, pony rides and local artists.

The Rock Hill Farmers Market is an organization founded to promote local, sustainable and organic agriculture, increasing economic opportunities for farmers, youth, small businesses and food artisans.

If you would like more information please contact the Market Manager Michelle Lipari at 845-791-0553 or email rhfarmersmarket@gmail.com.

Check out our website at www.rockhillfarmersmarket.com. Volunteer opportunities are still available. Call the number listed above for more details.

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LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY (June 9, 2011) – A leisurely stroll in downtown Livingston Manor now has even more pizzazz. Two newly completed kiosks give residents and visitors a chance to learn and appreciate local and natural history with colorful, easy-to-read interpretive panels.

Ever wonder where the Catskill Park begins and ends, where the rivers flow after they leave Roscoe and Livingston Manor, or what plants are native to the area?

You’ll find the answers to these questions and more at the Natural History Kiosk in Livingston Manor’s Renaissance Park.

The Natural History Kiosk is in the photo at left along with Andy Zheng, the 8-year-old son of the proprietors of Chinatown Kitchen on Main Street.
This public space adjacent to the Municipal Parking lot is bordered by two streams – Willowemoc Creek and the Little Beaverkill.

The kiosk is a Livingston Manor Renaissance project completed by local volunteers with technical content provided by NYSDEC, Delaware River Basin Commission, and other regional partners.

The Native Plant garden is beginning to blossom adjacent to the kiosk.

Follow the colorful planters and hanging baskets of flowers down Main Street to the Local History Kiosk perched on the riverbank directly across from Peck’s Market parking lot. Rediscover Sherwood Island, where the Livingston Manor Central School now sits.

Are you interested in a clambake for 5,000? How about riding on a merry-go-round, listening to a coronet band, taking part in a sack race or a tub race, or attempting to climb a greased pole? These are just some of the activities that took place on Sherwood Island in the late 1800s and early 1900s.  Stop by the Kiosk on Main Street and rediscover Sherwood Island for yourself.

(Photo: Lisa M. Lyons)

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SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY (June 9, 2011) – The Sullivan County PBA, which represents deputies in the Sheriff’s Patrol Division, recently awarded scholarships to four local high school seniors who are pursuing studies in the field of criminal justice.

Pictured from left to right are PBA Sgt-at-Arms Joseph Gagliardo, Latiqua Liles of Monticello High School, winner of the Chief Paul Trust Memorial Scholarship, Siera Boxberger of Monticello High School, winner of the Deputy Robert Chemerys Memorial Scholarship, PBA Treasurer Tom O’Connor, Kiera Browne of Livingston Manor High School winner of the Sgt. Jim McNutt Memorial Scholarship, Daniel Hogue of Monticello High School winner of the Sullivan County PBA Scholarship, and PBA President Ed Simon. Each recipient was presented with a check for $500.00.

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Fallsburg Lions and Leos Serving the Community

FALLSBURG, NY (June 9, 2011) – In these challenging economic times the Town of Fallsburg Lions Club with the support of Monticello ShopRite collected non-perishable food items and cash donations from generous customers on May 7, 2011 for the second year in a row.

This year was bolstered by the help of eight Fallsburg High School students from the newly formed Leo Club affiliated with Lions International and sponsored by the Town of Fallsburg Lions.

Three other Fallsburg students participated as part of the school’s community service program. Along with nine Lions Club members, well over $600 was collected and was evenly distributed to benefit Bread of Life Pantry in Hurleyville, St. Andrews Food Pantry in South Fallsburg, and Federation for the Homeless in Monticello.

Fallsburg Lions Host PRASAD Dental Health Program Administrator

Speaking before the Town of Fallsburg Lions Club dinner meeting on May 19 at Nardi’s Frankie & Johnny’s Restaurant, Administrator of PRASAD Children’s Dental Health Program (CDHP) Dr. M. Cecilia Escarra informed the audience that 64% of Sullivan County’s third-grade children have cavities, 18 percent higher than the statewide average.

The CDHP fills a vital need throughout the community providing quality care regardless of a family’s ability to pay the costs. It is through the generosity of people and organizations like the Fallsburg Lions that have donated once again $500 to keep PRASAD’s Mobile Dental Clinic on the road.

In the photo above are: Steve Ruwoldt, Dr. Cecilia Escarra and Miranda Behan.

Dr. Escarra added that the Club has gone the “extra mile” at a special time of need. Their driver has undergone some medical issues that prevent him from driving his normal schedule. She explained this to Miranda Behan, Program Committee Chair for the Fallsburg Lions and in-coming President. While on the telephone, Miranda suggested that her husband Peter might do some driving for PRASAD. As soon as he was asked, Peter happily offered his service.

During the question and answer period after Dr. Escarra’s presentation, a former and a present staff member at the Fallsburg Central School District attested to firsthand experiences with children in critical need of dental services before the days of the Dental Clinic and after. It was challenging and frustrating to see young people missing school or coming to school suffering from severe tooth pain and trying to find dental care along with their parents. Now the present staff member attested to seeing smiling young people emerging from the van after being in the hands of PRASAD’s caring dentist and assistants. If you want to share the example of the Fallsburg Lions and help bring smiles to children’s faces throughout Sullivan County and even into Ulster County, contact Dr. Escarra at (845) 434-0376. Check out their web site at www.prasadcdhp.org for more information.

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Acquisition will further 140-mile network of recreational rail trails running through theHudson River Valley and Catskills
NEW YORK, NY (June 2, 2011) — In celebration of National Trails Day, which was last Saturday, June 4, the Open Space Institute last week announced the acquisition of three miles of rail trail along the old O&W rail bed in the Sullivan County town of Mamakating.

The trail was acquired by OSI’s land acquisition affiliate, the Open Space Conservancy, and runs north from Sullivan Street in the village of Wurtsboro to Route 209 and the D&H Canal Linear Park. The acquisition allows for the development of a nearly 8-mile-long loop for hikers, walkers, bikers and other recreational users. From one end, the trail will head north from the village of Wurtsboro along the historic O&W rail bed before doubling back to the south along the historic D&H Canal Linear Park and canal path.

The newly acquired three-mile stretch of trail links downtown Wurtsboro with the Wurtsboro Ridge, Roosa Gap and Shawangunk Ridge state forests.

“OSI’s acquisition sets the stage for a recreational corridor that connects the village and the state forests, with beautiful wetlands along the way,” said Ed Goodell, the executive director of the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. “We believe this will become a very popular destination for local residents and tourists alike.”

OSI envisions that today’s acquisition will one day help complete a 140-mile-long interconnected rail trail network that would run from southern Dutchess County, throughUlster, Sullivan and Orange counties on to the southern and western Catskills.

Several pieces of the proposed network have already been acquired by OSI. In 2009, OSI and theWallkill Valley Land Trust acquired 11.5 miles of railroad bed in the towns of Rosendale and Ulster, in Ulster County. Once this trail is open to the public, it will extend from the town of Shawangunk to the city of Kingston, expanding the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail to nearly 24 miles.

In 2001, OSI acquired nearly 2 miles of rail trail on the west side of the Shawangunk Ridge in the town of Wawarsing. OSI is currently in negotiations to purchase an additional 2.1 miles of rail bed in Wawarsing, which would be added to the regional network.

Other portions of the trail network are already publicly owned and maintained, including theDutchess Rail Trail, Walkway Over the Hudson, the Hurley Marbletown Rail Trail and the Accord Rail Trail. As a unified system, however, the trails would link some of the most well-known, picturesque and historic landscapes in the state.

“The Hudson River Valley and the Catskills are blessed with some of the most beautiful rail trails in the state of New York,” said Kim Elliman, OSI’s president and CEO. “These trails run through our most bucolic landscapes, connecting towns, villages, parks and rivers. OSI will continue to acquire key stretches of privately held rail beds to assemble and open up an extensive network of trails for the public to enjoy. Recreational rail trails offer a boost to local economies and communities while preserving local land use and heritage. As we have seen elsewhere, everyone wins from access to rail trails.”

The Open Space Institute protects scenic, natural, and historic landscapes to ensure public enjoyment, conserve habitats, and sustain community character. OSI achieves its goals through land acquisition, conservation easements, regional loan programs, fiscal sponsorship, creative partnerships, and analytical research. OSI has protected more than 110,000 acres in New York State. Through its Northern Forest Protection Fund and Conservation Finance Program, OSI has assisted in the protection of an additional 1.8 million acres in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina and Georgia. Please visit http://www.osiny.org<http://www.osiny.org/> for more information.

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SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY (June 8, 2011) – The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office is alerting county residents to errors in the new Verzion Superpages Telephone Book that was recently sent to customers.

On the emergency listings page, which is the first page when you open the cover, the Ulster County Sheriff’s telephone number is listed instead of the Sullivan County Sheriff’s number.

The correct number for the Sullivan County Sheriff is 794-7100.

There is an additional error on page 15 of the telephone book where the Sheriff’s number and address is listed as the County Government Center.

The correct number for the Government Center, which is located at 100 North Street in Monticello, is 794-3000.

“We keep getting calls for the Board of Elections, the Legislature and the County Clerk,” said Undersheriff Eric Chaboty.

“We have advised Verizon of the problem with the listings and they are working on it.”

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LIVINGSTON MANOR, NY (June 7, 2011) – The 8^th annual Trout Parade, Sullivan County’s own version of Mardi Gras, is scheduled for Saturday, June 11 in Livingston Manor, rain or shine.

Attendees can expect to find lots of fishy fun along Main Street from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. including an arts and crafts fair, specialty foods from local vendors,children’s activities, and discounts and special offers from participating merchants.

The Trout Parade will step-off promptly at 1:00 p.m., led by the 2011 Grand Marshal Ramsay Adams, Executive Director of Catskill Mountainkeeper.

Look for Ramsay to be followed by a wide variety of music, entertainment and floats representing local businesses, organizations and performance groups from this area, and beyond! Early entries in the parade include antique and classic cars from the Any Make * Any Model Car Club, the larger-than-life puppets of Catskill Puppet Theater and Bud Wertheim’s Giant Brook Trout, Johnny Darling puppet and a special surprise. Everyone is invited to participate!

Our first Trout Parade Marching Band Competition is sponsored by Arts at The Laundry King. The Grand Prize is $1000 clams, Second Prize is $500 and Third Prize is $250! School groups, community groups and any merry making marching group are welcome to come play your bugles and drums to a fishy tune. Arts at The Laundry King is the arts arm of the Livingston Manor Community Center and their space on Main Street is opening this summer. For more information about the Marching Band Competition call Sue Barnett at 607-498-4389.

There is no cost to participate and hundreds come to see the Parade each year. It’s also in support of a good cause.

Catskill Art Society is producing this year’s Trout Parade in partnership with the Livingston Manor Chamber of Commerce, and with support from businesses and individuals from around the community. Proceeds from the event will benefit a variety of cultural programs for children in Livingston Manor, and Catskill Art Society.

For more information call 845-436-4227 or go to www.troutparade.com. You can also find the Trout Parade on Facebook.

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After More Than One Million Votes Were Cast, Roscoe, NY Edges Waddington, NY For Title and $25,000 Grand Prize

TORONTO, ON (June 6, 2011) – Although New York is best known for the theatre, fine restaurants and the world-class nightlife, it is also a great place to wet a line. In fact, after anglers cast more than one million online votes at www.wfnfishingtown.com, Roscoe, NY has been selected as the 2011 WFN: World Fishing Network’s Ultimate Fishing Town USA Presented by Eagle Claw. The announcement was made by Mark Rubinstein, President and CEO of World Fishing Network, North America’s only 24/7 fishing channel.

Representatives from The Roscoe – Rockland Chamber of Commerce will receive a $25,000 donation to be used towards a fishing-related cause and 10 WaveSpin Reels at a local ceremony emceed by Mariko Izumi, host of WFN’s popular fishing and travel show Hookin’ Up.

The town will also receive national recognition from the honor and have a feature produced about fishing in Roscoe to air on WFN.

"We are so proud and thrilled to receive the title of WFN Ultimate Fishing Town USA," said Elaine Fettig of The Roscoe – Rockland Chamber of Commerce, the group who spearheaded the town’s efforts. "This experience brought our community and the surrounding areas together – from folks spreading the word about the contest, to the media speaking about it frequently, to business owners allowing staff to vote during the business day. We look forward to the opportunities this award will provide to Roscoe, and we thank WFN for bringing our community together in support of a common goal."

Roscoe, N.Y., also known as "Trout Town USA," is a small hamlet of about 600 people with such a strong fishing history that it has been known as Trout Town USA for decades. Its choice natural setting offers anglers five of America’s top trout streams and numerous reservoirs and lakes. It is conveniently located approximately two hours from New York City, Connecticut and New Jersey at the gateway to the Catskill Park and surrounded by over 20,000 acres of State Forest Preserve. In addition to world class fishing there are a significant number of cultural and other attractions nearby as well, from the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on the former site of the Woodstock Festival to museums, covered bridges, arts societies, fine shops and more.

After more than 300 towns all across the U.S.A. were nominated in March, a preliminary round of voting in April narrowed the field to 20 finalists. The competition quickly became a two town race as Roscoe and Waddington, N.Y. traded places atop the leader board. In the end, Roscoe edged Waddington by a small margin.

"We commend all of the towns for their enthusiasm, passion and pride and wanting to invite anglers all across the U.S.A. to experience everything their town has to offer," said Mr. Rubinstein. "WFN’s search for our Ultimate Fishing Town was not just about finding the place to catch the most fish. As any angler will tell you, and as Roscoe proved, the people are just as important a factor. Roscoe’s passionate angling community stepped-up to prove that their pride, passion and fishing are second to none."

As the runner-up, Waddington, NY will be awarded $5,000 while the third place finisher, Baudette, MN will receive $2,500.

Click here for the order of finish for the Top 20 finalists.

The promotion is being supported by Eagle Claw, proud manufacturers of fishing gear and tackle in the USA since 1925 and WaveSpin Reels, the only reel with a tangle-free guarantee. Charter Communications, Knology and AT&T u-verse also provided promotional support in select markets.

About WFN: World Fishing Network

WFN: World Fishing Network is the only 24/7 television network dedicated to all segments of fishing with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments, travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more. WFN’s wide-ranging programming lineup includes primetime theme nights, regional bureaus from across the nation, a selection of the best international series and the most diverse species coverage of any TV channel. Featuring popular programs hosted by the world’s top anglers, the schedule includes a variety of exclusive lifestyle shows including: Hookin’ Up with Mariko Izumi, Reel Fishy Jobs with Mark Melnyk, Lost Lake and Getting School’d with JP DeRose. The beauty of WFN’s programming is available in 100 percent stunning High Definition. WFN’s multimedia platform includes a mobile portal, WFN Fishing Log (fishing app for the iPhone and iPad) and a robust fishing website, www.WorldfFishingNetwork.com.

Originally launched in December 2005, today WFN and WFN HD are available in more than 30 million households through North American cable, satellite and telecommunications distributors including DISH Network, Charter, Comcast, AT&T U-Verse, Verizon FiOS and more. For more information, visit www.WorldfFishingNetwork.com.

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LIBERTY, NY (June 5, 2011)  – The Sullivan County Cornell Cooperative Extension Board of Directors is pleased to announce the promotion of Amanda Galigher Speer to the position of Director of Programming. In this position Amanda will be responsible for planning, directing and evaluation of Extension’s programs, activities and events.

Marc Jaffe, President of Sullivan County Cornell Cooperative Extension issued the following statement: “This change in Amanda’s responsibilities is the result of Extension’s Board of Director’s commitment to streamline operations, strengthen our partner relationships, increase our ability to expand potential funding sources, and create synergies among our own programming offerings as we continue to meet the challenges we will face as we move forward to meet the needs of our community.

“Amanda will work with our program committees to insure that we are working across program areas to provide a continuum of services that are collaborative, comprehensive and outcome driven.”

Speer has served Extension as Issue leader for Family and Consumer Science for the past three years. In that position she has worked with many organizations and individuals to create new programs and expand existing programs, especially in the areas of parenting and youth development. She has a Master’s Degree in Organizational Management from Mercy College.

Speer recently spearheaded a collaboration that planned and held the County’s very successful summit for not-for-profit organizations.

Speer has received much praise for her work. Jonathan Rouis, Chairman of the Sullivan County Legislature said, “I have had the opportunity to work with Amanda Speer from your organization on the upcoming not-for-profit summit. Amanda has done an outstanding job of bringing the project together.  She is truly an asset to your organization and the County.”

Darlene Fedun, Chief Operating Officer for Bethel Woods, one of the co-sponsors of the summit commented, “I would like to say that you have no better representative for your organization than Amanda. She is committed, dedicated to Cornell’s mission, and a positive cheerleader for your organization’s work. Even in difficult economic times, Amanda has represented your organization with grace, enthusiasm, and unsurpassed leadership.”

Jaffee concluded: “The Sullivan County Cooperative Extension Board of Directors is committed to continue to be an integral and vital resource for our community and look forward to working with Amanda and all our talented and dedicated staff and partners to provide quality programs and services to the Sullivan County community.”

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Story and photos by Carol Montana

LIBERTY, NY (June 2, 2011) – The Annual Liberty Memorial Day Parade had a full contingent of community organizations, fire trucks, antique vehicles and even a marching band.

As families lined the sidewalks of North Main Street in the Town of Liberty, the village police stopped traffic and the parade, sponsored by the Greater Liberty Chamber of Commerce kicked off.

In previous years, the parade marched north. This year, it marched south toward the end point near the Liberty Veterans Cemetery where a ceremony was to take place immediately following the parade.

Proudly marching were Girl and Boy Scouts, police cars and fire trucks, ambulance vehicles and antique cars, WWII Army Jeeps and the Knights of Columbus. Little League teams, dignitaries, tractors and policemen, and of course, Veterans of the Armed Services made an appearance, all cheered on by the very enthusiastic, flag-waving crowd.

Enjoy the photos here and then click on the link below to see more.

To see more photos or to purchase prints from the 2011 Liberty Memorial Day Parade, visit The Catskill Chronicle on Zenfolio.

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