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Not ready for Labor Day to end? Check out this article on those who 'labored' to bring coal from from Scranton-area mines to Hudson River markets.
HAWLEY, PA — It’s a small space, maybe 10 feet by 10 feet. And it seems full-to-bursting with two people, a bed, a table. That’s roughly the size of the …
Slow down, you move too fast.
Labor Day 2021 will occur on Monday, September 6. Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally
Fun Fact: “Babes in Arms” premiered on Broadway in 1937, but has never been revived. The 1939 MGM film adaptation starring Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney reworked the plot and contained only two songs from the original score.
I’ve said it before and will say it again: I don’t care for change. And yes, I’m aware that it’s inevitable. Doesn’t mean I have to like it though, does it? Ever wonder …
From the mystical perspective, hawthorns are exceptionally magical trees, cherished by fairies and representing the wild beauty of scrublands.
Trees are wonderful for many reasons, ranging from aesthetic to functional to mysterious. One of the more tantalizing trees is the hawthorn, valued for its unusual attributes and the folklore …
Deadline: September 6th!
The Chamber of the Northern Poconos is pleased to announce its upcoming Community Awards Banquet on Thursday, October 28, 2021 at The Inn at Woodloch. The committee is currently seeking nominations …
This just in from the National Park Service:
“IDA is in the house, and she will be dropping some heavy rainfall throughout our area throughout the day and night. Most forecasters are predicting 4-6 inches of rain will fall today and this evening, but others are calling for the possibility of up to 8-10 inches of rainfall in some areas. Periods of very heavy rainfall are expected.
Flash Flooding: Flash flood watches are in effect throughout the region as most streams are already running high and the ground is already saturated from previous rains. Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas or roadways. Conditions may change rapidly, and flood watches may be upgraded to flood warnings. Both the Bushkill Creek and the Brodhead at Minisink Hills are expected to reach flood stage this afternoon into Thursday morning.
River levels: The Delaware River at the Montague gauge at the north end of the park is expected to rise 11 feet in the next 24 hours, cresting on Thursday at just over 18 feet; flood stage is 25 feet at this gauge. The Delaware River at the Tocks Island gauge at the south end of the park is predicted to rise more than 13 feet over the next 24 hours, cresting on Thursday at 20.9 feet; flood stage at the Tocks Island gauge is 21 feet. The river corridor and all access points are closed until river levels drop below 15 feet at the Montague gauge.
Road closures: Expect road closures due to flash flooding and downed trees and utility lines. Do not drive over or approach downed power lines. There is always the potential that the lines are still energized and are extremely dangerous. If you must travel, be prepared to take alternate routes if necessary.
Stay safe and if you must be out on the roads, please keep an eye out for our maintenance, law enforcement, and emergency services crews who will be on duty throughout the storm to help keep folks safe. Please keep them safe too. Travel slowly and carefully through work zones and do not attempt to drive around gates or barricades.”
This just in from the National Park Service:
“IDA is in the house, and she will be dropping some heavy rainfall throughout our area throughout the day and night. Most forecasters are predicting 4-6 inches of rain will fall today and this evening, but others are calling for the possibility of up to 8-10 inches of rainfall in some areas. Periods of very heavy rainfall are expected.
Flash Flooding: Flash flood watches are in effect throughout the region as most streams are already running high and the ground is already saturated from previous rains. Do not attempt to drive through flooded areas or roadways. Conditions may change rapidly, and flood watches may be upgraded to flood warnings. Both the Bushkill Creek and the Brodhead at Minisink Hills are expected to reach flood stage this afternoon into Thursday morning.
River levels: The Delaware River at the Montague gauge at the north end of the park is expected to rise 11 feet in the next 24 hours, cresting on Thursday at just over 18 feet; flood stage is 25 feet at this gauge. The Delaware River at the Tocks Island gauge at the south end of the park is predicted to rise more than 13 feet over the next 24 hours, cresting on Thursday at 20.9 feet; flood stage at the Tocks Island gauge is 21 feet. The river corridor and all access points are closed until river levels drop below 15 feet at the Montague gauge.
Road closures: Expect road closures due to flash flooding and downed trees and utility lines. Do not drive over or approach downed power lines. There is always the potential that the lines are still energized and are extremely dangerous. If you must travel, be prepared to take alternate routes if necessary.
Stay safe and if you must be out on the roads, please keep an eye out for our maintenance, law enforcement, and emergency services crews who will be on duty throughout the storm to help keep folks safe. Please keep them safe too. Travel slowly and carefully through work zones and do not attempt to drive around gates or barricades.”
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Forewarned is Forearmed
ALLENTOWN, PA — PPL Electric Utilities is preparing for Tropical Storm Ida, which is expected to bring wind and heavy rain across its service territory Wednesday (9/1) into Thursday (9/2). PPL …
A retired educator in Westchester, Ms. Toomey Grund hopes that the photo will serve as a learning tool for present-day students.
MONTICELLO, NY — The sepia tones show a large group of teenagers posed on a lawn, with the Mount Vernon, VA, estate house in the background. The young men sport jackets and ties, the …
“I have always seen the world as a canvas for potential artwork. I draw inspiration from Mother Nature, my favorite artist. Food art gives me the chance to use her raw materials.”
“Why make art with food?” It’s a question I’m asked every once in a while when people find out what I do, and it’s a good one. After all, food does seem like a …
““I wanted my friends to be thrilling and witty, I wanted somebody to care,” Barbra sang, as if reading my mind. I shook hands, congratulating the winners and doing my best to hide my melancholia.”
So for something completely different, I have a song stuck in my head. I know, it happens a lot. I guess it’s just how my feeble brain works. It’s just that I’ve listened to a lot …
Wow.
MONTICELLO, NY — Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff is warning the public about a recent scam targeting Sullivan County senior citizens. In the latest scam, residents will receive a telephone …
The members of the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary are excited to host our third Wine and Craft Festival and invite you to join us! It’s scheduled for Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 2PM - 7PM. It will be held at the Lake Ariel Fire Station, 1381 Lake Ariel Highway (Route 191) in Lake Ariel. Proceeds will help support the 100% volunteer fire company which provides services to the Lake Ariel, South Canaan, and Hideout areas. Check out the facebook event at Wine and Craft Festival or on the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company official site page.
Wine sampling glasses will be provided with paid admission - $15 in advance (https://tickets.cityspark.com/e/wine-and-craft-festival/order) and $20 at the door. In addition to tasting delicious wines from local wineries, there will be a DJ, food, and many craft items as well as a children’s book author and a caricature artist! Admission to peruse the crafts only is $5.
The members of the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary are excited to host our third Wine and Craft Festival and invite you to join us! It’s scheduled for Saturday, August 28, 2021 from 2PM - 7PM. It will be held at the Lake Ariel Fire Station, 1381 Lake Ariel Highway (Route 191) in Lake Ariel. Proceeds will help support the 100% volunteer fire company which provides services to the Lake Ariel, South Canaan, and Hideout areas. Check out the facebook event at Wine and Craft Festival or on the Lake Ariel Volunteer Fire Company official site page.
Wine sampling glasses will be provided with paid admission - $15 in advance (https://tickets.cityspark.com/e/wine-and-craft-festival/order) and $20 at the door. In addition to tasting delicious wines from local wineries, there will be a DJ, food, and many craft items as well as a children’s book author and a caricature artist! Admission to peruse the crafts only is $5.
“We decided on the name Beechwoods Yacht Club as a tongue-in-cheek joke,” said Freda. “The water in the Beechwoods consists of farm ponds and small streams that eventually flow to the Delaware. Our motto is, ‘No yachts, no oceans, just fun messing about in boats.’”
KAUNEONGA LAKE, NY — Blame it on the rat. A few years past, Joe Freda and Zeke Boyle were hanging out at a lakeside eatery, savoring the beer and pizza, and they figured it was high time to …
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Ain't it grand
One of the most underrated resources I have, as both a parent and as a farmer, is the assistance of family. In particular, as I try to accomplish a fraction of the items on my unending to-do list, …
Wear a life jacket.
It has been a rough summer season at the Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational River. On Saturday, June 26, I received a call that every superintendent of a water-based National Park Service site …
Rain? 🌧 Flooding? 💦 Got pics? 📷
We’d like to know what’s happening in your neighborhood… post your pics below and let us know where you are…Oh, and be careful out there! ( 📷 - Filip
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Rain? 🌧 Flooding? 💦 Got pics? 📷
We’d like to know what’s happening in your neighborhood… post your pics below and let us know where you are…Oh, and be careful out there! ( 📷 - Filip
Zrnzevíc for Unsplash)
Sullivan County is under a Flash Flood Watch from now through 8 p.m. tomorrow (Monday). Although Tropical Storm Henri's eye is tracking far to our east, its rain bands will extend into our area this afternoon and overnight, with torrential downpours giving
our easternmost areas 5 or more inches of rain. This amount of rain in a short period is expected to lead to potentially significant flash flooding and may be accompanied by damaging winds.
The County Manager's Office, the Office of Emergency Management and the Division of Public Works are keeping a close eye on the storm and are in frequent contact with weather and State authorities, and the Governor's Office has included Sullivan as part of
the State of Emergency.
Avoid driving through flooded roadways, and if you see downed power lines, do not approach but call 911.
Sullivan County is under a Flash Flood Watch from now through 8 p.m. tomorrow (Monday). Although Tropical Storm Henri's eye is tracking far to our east, its rain bands will extend into our area this afternoon and overnight, with torrential downpours giving
our easternmost areas 5 or more inches of rain. This amount of rain in a short period is expected to lead to potentially significant flash flooding and may be accompanied by damaging winds.
The County Manager's Office, the Office of Emergency Management and the Division of Public Works are keeping a close eye on the storm and are in frequent contact with weather and State authorities, and the Governor's Office has included Sullivan as part of
the State of Emergency.
Avoid driving through flooded roadways, and if you see downed power lines, do not approach but call 911.
Frogs and toads: what to know
Do you know how to tell a frog from a toad? Many of us mistake one for the other. While both are amphibians, once you have the details on how to distinguish these compelling critters, as well as …
9/11…20 years later. What do we need to remember? Please share your thoughts in the comments below. ( photo - Lerone Pieters for Unsplash)
9/11…20 years later. What do we need to remember? Please share your thoughts in the comments below. ( photo - Lerone Pieters for Unsplash)
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The River Reporter's Jonathan Charles Fox and Dharma the Wonder Dog are back in-studio today for Ciliberto & Friends, alongside guest co-host Marty Rutberg from Rutberg Breslow Personal Injury Law. Tune in at Thunder 102 & 104.5, online, on your "Alexa" or on the Radio BOLD app! 🎙
Sullivan’s rising COVID-19 caseload
MONTICELLO, NY — The numbers keep going up. As of the August 12 health and family services committee meeting, Sullivan County public health director Nancy McGraw reported, 12 people had been …
Monticello man charged with arson
A resident of Kiameshia Lake, NY has been charged with arson after the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office investigated a structure fire which left one injured with second- and third-degree burns.
“Our region sees multiple generations of monarchs per summer. The last generation of the summer has the arduous job of migrating to Mexico, overwintering there, and then returning to our region in late spring to lay eggs on milkweed plants to start the cycle anew.”
This summer, there have been some monarch butterflies, but not as many as in years past. Often, they can be spotted on various flowers, feeding on nectar. Gardens with brightly colored flowers draw …
Carpe Diem, Agnes!
Happy 105th Birthday to our very own living Catskill Legend and longest running employee here at CFFCM, Agnes Van Put! Consider yourself lucky if you have sat with her to listen to the endless stories of the great Catskill anglers- We love you, Agnes!
I cranked up the old Victrola (look it up!) and decided to heed the advice of equally old Dick Van D**e, which he musically doled out in droves during the ‘60’s...
I’m trying… I swear I’m trying. But I gotta tell you, I am so sick of starting conversations with “In these difficult times…” that I could scream. You …
“You’ll get somebody that says, ‘Oh, I couldn’t draw flies on a hot day,’ But this is not totally ‘drawing,’ it’s ‘removing.’ It’s like erasing. You get a piece of wood and you erase until you have something,” said Muller.
CHERRY RIDGE, PA — The warm, earthy scent of basswood filled the room at the dance hall. Experienced hands guided novice ones as they worked at their own pace on woodcarving projects. The …
“Districts should monitor community transmission, vaccination rates, testing and outbreaks to determine what they need to do going forward.”
UPPER DELAWARE REGION — As parents worry about the highly transmissible Delta variant but want their kids back in school, decisions have generally been left in the hands of individual school …
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