It is called the Freedom of Information Law a/k/a FOIL. It is not the Freedom of Information Suggestion. The law is very specific. Anyone, any age, may request document information from any … more

Later this month county legislatures in Dutchess and Ulster counties will consider resolutions to temporarily change the sales tax calculations for gasoline purchases. If approved - and there is … more

Over the years, Delaware County has lost local weeklies, most recently the Delaware County Times (1839-2016) and the Tri-Town News (1882-2018). Subscriptions for and advertising in newspapers have … more

My husband and I enjoy your newspaper very much. Most of your stories are positive and your photographs are very good. The 100 Years Ago today, Frank Ward’s weather, upcoming events, … more

My husband and I enjoy your newspaper very much. Most of your stories are positive and your photographs are very good.  The 100 Years Ago today, Frank Ward’s weather, upcoming events, … more

Governments today are larger, more pervasive and more powerful than any time in our history. Fortunately for those of us who believe in self-governance, newspapers are still around. And, … more

Our utility bills are out of control. I receive calls every day from residents who say their bills have doubled or even tripled over the last several months when compared with last year; 161,393 … more

I don’t understand electricity. I have solar panels for my main house but that is for economy and ecology. I’m on the grid so my meter is read by remote. I also have a small apartment … more

This should make Americans ask the fundamental question: What is the difference between what a public non-profit utility company provides and what a private for-profit oil company provides? After all … more

As a taxpayer in the town of Middletown, I would like to respectfully request an accounting of how much town money was spent on the erroneous decision to revoke the Catskill Watershed … more

Contrary to published reports, Margaretville Hospital is an important component of WMCHealth’s strategic plan and a critical point of care for the patients we proudly serve in Delaware … more

Last year, the United States witnessed a record number of deaths from drug overdoses - 100,000 - and most were from opioids. Communities in the Catskill region contributed to this awful statistic. … more