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2026 News Archives

Liberty, NY – Worried about suffering in the heat this summer? Sullivan County’s HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) Office has begun accepting Cooling Benefit applications, but only until funds run out. 

The Cooling Benefit can provide eligible applicants with an air conditioner in a room in their home. In circumstances where an air conditioner cannot be safely installed, a fan…

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Assistant District Attorney Michael Schulte

Assistant District Attorney Michael Schulte speaks with BOCES students in Loch Sheldrake.

Loch Sheldrake, NY - The Sullivan County District Attorney’s Office recently engaged with local students to highlight careers in public safety and the role of prosecutors and victim advocates in the criminal justice system…

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RecruitNY poster

Monticello, NY – Do you have what it takes to be one of Sullivan County’s bravest? Can you find the time to make a difference?

The Sullivan County Recruitment and Retention Task Force (www.facebook.com/joinsullivanfire) invites you to any one of a number of RECRUIT NY open…

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Stephen Lungen

Monticello, NY - It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former District Attorney Steve Lungen, who served the people of our community with distinction, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice.

Steve Lungen devoted his career to public service and to the protection of the residents of this county. During his…

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Homepage of connectsullivan.com

Liberty, NY – As high-speed fiber-optic conduit continues being buried across Sullivan County, a new website has launched to give residents and businesses an opportunity to follow progress and check availability for broadband Internet service: www.connectsullivan.com

“The County, NYS’ ConnectALL team, consultant ECC Technologies…

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Fire Coordinators Conference

Sullivan County extends its congratulations to Sandra Maxon (center) of the New York State Office of Fire Prevention and Control on her retirement after 43 years of dedicated administrative service to the New York State training program. Pictured with her are, from the left, Brian Soller, Jack Halchak, John Hauschild, Joe Mall and Bill Lothrop.…

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Monticello, NY – As the 2025–2026 winter season comes to a close, Sullivan County is recognizing the extraordinary efforts of the community partners, staff, and volunteers who made this year’s warming centers a critical source of refuge and support for residents experiencing homelessness during some of the coldest months of the year.

From November 21, 2025 through March 31, 2026,…

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Sullivan County Bridge No. 301

Neversink, NY – Sullivan County’s Division of Public Works will conduct a Public Informational Meeting to discuss the proposed replacement of Sullivan County Bridge No. 301 which carries BWS Rd. (CR 105B) over the Neversink River. This project is funded through the BridgeNY program.

The meeting will be held at the Neversink Fire Dept., 7486 State Route 55, Neversink, on Tuesday April 28…

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Youth Bureau logo

Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Youth Bureau welcomes proposals from local youth, community, school and municipal groups interested in obtaining funding for their 2026 programming.

“The Sullivan County Legislature has provided $200,000 for my office to distribute to youth-oriented programs and activities across the County, and we want to allocate every cent,” said Youth Bureau…

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DA and Liberty Chief

Monticello, NY - Sullivan County District Attorney Brian P. Conaty commends Village of Liberty Police Chief Steven D’Agata, who serves as Chair of the Police Assisted Addiction and Recovery Initiative (PAARI) Public Safety Council, for his leadership in securing the release of federal funding through the Comprehensive Opioid, Stimulant, and Substance Use Program (COSSUP).

This funding…

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