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07/15/2025

The sun sets on Snake Hill Road in Walton on Monday.
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07/05/2025

07/05/2025

Delhi hosted their first Fair on the Square of the summer on Friday.
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07/01/2025

🎡 Rain or Shine, the Rides Go On! 🎆
The Margaretville Fire Department Field Days kicked off Tuesday night under cloudy and drizzly skies—but that didn’t stop the crowds from turning out for funnel cakes, Flying Bobs, and family fun. 🎠🍕🎟️
From pay-one-price thrills to classic carnival fare, this beloved five-day tradition is the department’s only annual fundraiser—and a community favorite for more than 50 years.
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MARGARETVILLE — Despite cloudy skies and a light evening drizzle, the annual Margaretville Fire Department Field Days opened to enthusiastic crowds on Tuesday, July 1, bringing generations of …

07/01/2025

🧘‍♀️✨ Zen, Interrupted—Then Restored ✨🧘‍♀️
Twisted Sister Yoga Finds a New Flow in Halcottsville
After being uprooted from their beloved Arkville space, the women behind Twisted Sister Yoga have rolled out their mats once again—this time at the Halcottsville Grange. Founder Candace Conlon Rudd, who’s led classes from the Catskills to Croatia, continues her mission to bring mindful movement and spiritual community to the region.
With six-day-a-week classes, visiting instructors, sound healing, and international retreats on the horizon, the studio’s new location offers more than just a place to stretch—it’s a testament to resilience, connection, and a little help from the neighbors.
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HALCOTTSVILLE - The teachers/practitioners of Twisted Sister Yoga Studio packed their blankets, blocks and bolsters last week and moved from Arkville to Halcottsville to start a new chapter in their …

07/01/2025

🏕️🎯 Ready, Aim, Inspire: A Summer to Remember at Camp Shankitunk 🎨🚀
From the archery range to the rocketry launch pad, 4-H Camp Shankitunk is where summer comes alive with creativity, confidence, and community. With over 700 campers this season, activities like woodworking, swimming, and even wax-sealed letters home are helping kids build skills—and memories—that last a lifetime.
💚 Thanks to community generosity, more than $40,000 in sponsorships are making camp dreams come true for families across the region.
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DELHI - June 30 marked opening day of 4-H Camp Shankitunk in Delhi, and campers and camp counselors were ready to dive headfirst into the variety of activities planned for the week. 4-H Camp …

06/30/2025

🥛 Lactalis to Invest $15M in Walton Plant, Expanding Jobs and Production 🏭
One of Delaware County’s largest private-sector employers is making a major move. Lactalis, the company behind Breakstone’s sour cream and cottage cheese, is investing $15 million to modernize and expand its Walton facility—bringing 20 new jobs, boosting efficiency, and supporting long-term economic growth.
The project is part of a larger $75 million investment in New York state, supported in part by Empire State Development tax credits. Upgrades will include state-of-the-art automation, lab enhancements, and sustainability-focused improvements—all expected to increase production by 30%.
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WALTON - One of Delaware County’s largest private-sector employers - Lactalis, in Walton, - is slated to undergo a $15 million modernization project focused on automation and expansion of …

06/30/2025

🚨Colchester Police Chief Resigns to Avoid Charges 🚨
Former Police Chief Ernest “Ernie” Cawley resigned June 24 after facing serious allegations including breach of confidentiality, dereliction of duty, and insubordination. The resignation follows his unpaid suspension since May 9 and a signed agreement that bars him from future law enforcement roles in Delaware County.
💰 As part of the deal, Cawley was paid $4,380 in vacation time—no further payout will follow. Officer Rich Bell has stepped in as interim officer in charge.
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COLCHESTER - Former Colchester Police Chief Ernest “Ernie” Cawley resigned on June 24, after being placed on unpaid leave since May 9. His resignation was accepted by Colchester council …

06/29/2025

Roxbury’s Class of 2025 Graduates with Gratitude, Grit, and Gifts That Last
🌤️ From Gummy Bears to Life Lessons
By J. Lawrence-Bauer
📍 Roxbury, N.Y. — Beneath a tent and beneath a sky that turned from gray to golden, Roxbury Central School sent off its Class of 2025 with warmth, laughter, and words to carry far beyond the Catskills.
This year’s 19 graduates left their mark not only in hearts but on campus — with a new picnic table and signage for the school’s athletic fields, practical gifts for students to come. “Change is the only thing you can expect today,” said Salutatorian Kelly Kalleberg, encouraging classmates to lean into uncertainty. Her message was personal — from college disappointments to new directions, she urged peers to embrace discomfort as a path to growth.
Valedictorian Logan Vamosy echoed that theme, speaking of determination and resilience. “Each of us followed a different path… and yet we all got to the same place,” he said, adding thanks to teachers, families and mentors. His parting charge to classmates: “Choose courage over comfort, production over competition.”
Beloved teacher and coach Anthony Camillone shared his “cheat code for life” — practical wisdom wrapped in stories, ending with the simplest advice of all: “Be kind.” It brought a standing ovation.
Superintendent Stacy Ward, quoting Roxbury’s own John Burroughs, reminded graduates: “The great opportunity is where you are.”
Among joyful goodbyes and emotional farewells, students recalled sectional soccer games, classroom pranks, and moments of connection they’ll carry forward. “It was a great last experience,” said Collin Lyke. Angelina D’Antoni admitted she’ll miss “the people more than anything.”
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ROXBURY - The Roxbury Central School Class of 2025 left behind new signage for athletic fields and a picnic table for underclass peers to enjoy when they said goodbye to the school during the 128th …

06/29/2025

🎓 Margaretville’s Class of 2025 Graduates With Heart, Humor, and Hope 💙
With a new look but timeless traditions, Margaretville Central School honored the Class of 2025 in a heartfelt ceremony June 28. Blue caps, white yokes, and a sea of proud families filled the gym as students reflected on friendship, growth, and the journey ahead.
Salutatorian Taide Trujillo encouraged classmates to “take the risk” and step out of their shells, while Valedictorian Hunter Balcom reminded them: “Life doesn’t come with a map... but that doesn’t mean you’re lost, it means you’re growing.”
Graduates shared laughter, hugs, and memories — from elementary lunch tables to the senior rose ceremony — proving once again that Margaretville is more than a school. It’s a family.
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MARGARETVILLE - The sun appeared on Saturday, June 28 to shine on the Margaretville Central School Class of 2025 as its members made one last procession through the high school gym and received their …

06/28/2025

🎓 Tradition and Triumph in Sidney 🎓
The Sidney Central School Class of 2025 turned their tassels Saturday during the district’s 136th Commencement Ceremony, marking a powerful moment of reflection, resilience, and pride for 86 graduates and their families.
📣 Salutatorian Aidan Moodley inspired classmates to embrace life’s rhythm — its highs and inevitable dips — with purpose, quoting Earl Nightingale: “Success is the progressive realization of a worthy goal or ideal.”
🎤 Valedictorian Camille Bagley spoke with honesty and heart, urging graduates not to fear the future but to trust in their readiness — and to take ownership of the “power of choice” as they step into adulthood.
From emotional speeches to music, the day was filled with heartfelt tributes to a class that weathered challenges, built community, and left a legacy.
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SIDNEY — Amid rows of proud families and faculty, Sidney Central School held its 136th annual commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 28 — honoring the achievements, resilience, and …

06/28/2025

🎓 Celebrating Delaware Academy’s Class of 2025 🎓
From spontaneous choices to heartfelt speeches, Saturday's Delaware Academy Commencement captured everything that makes a small-town school so special.
In case you missed it: Salutatorian Leah Dennis recalled the split-second decision to attend Delaware Academy over Franklin — a choice she’s “been thanking [her] impulsive fifth grade self ever since.” She spoke not of GPAs or trophies, but of classmates who offered laptops, gave hugs, and made school feel like home.
Class President Natalie Anderson once dreamed of leaving Delhi, but now sees it for what it is: “not your average town.”
📸 Valedictorian Rocco Schnabel spoke on resilience and lifelong learning. Faculty and staff honored the graduates’ accomplishments. And with a toss of their caps, 48 students stepped boldly into what’s next.
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DELHI —   Delaware Academy Central School District celebrated 48 graduates from the Class of 2025 during its 205th Annual Commencement Ceremony held Saturday, June 28. A formal …