Monticello, NY - The Monticello Rotary Club 39th Annual Monster Run Classic will be held on Sunday, August 5, 2018. The proceeds from the 2018 Monster Classic race will benefit the Sullivan County Veterans Coalition and is an event run by Monticello Rotary as part of Sullivan County Patriots Day.

Each year this community event draws hundreds of walkers, runners and spectators from all over New York State. This race is expected to draw another very large turnout for this year’s event.

Monticello, NY - Users of the Sullivan County Government Center in Monticello should be aware that the facility's largest parking lot will be closed for repaving this Thursday, July 19 through Sunday, July 22, and possibly longer.

The above map shows alternate parking options, including handicapped spaces.

Since the Government Center's main North Street entrance is currently closed for sidewalk replacement, various entranceways into the Government Center will also be open and are reflected on the map.

Barryville, NY - Orange County Historian Johanna Yaun will be the keynote speaker at the annual commemoration of the Revolutionary War Battle of Minisink at the Minisink Battleground Park in Minisink Ford on Saturday, July 21.

Hurleyville, NY – The Sullivan County Historical Society proudly presents a free talk and musical performance with legendary soul and blues performer Slam Allen on Sunday, August 5, from 2-3 p.m. at the Sullivan County Museum and Cultural Center in Hurleyville.

For over 20 years, Slam Allen has been entertaining audiences with his unique blend of soul and blues. Slam, who lives in Monticello, has spent a lifetime performing, recording and touring the world. For eight years he was the lead singer and guitarist in the renowned James Cotton Band.

Woodridge, NY – The Sullivan County Division of Public Works is closing a portion of Silver Lake Road, Town Highway 40, in the Town of Fallsburg, to rehabilitate County Bridge 425.

Bridge 425 is located near the intersection of County Road 54 (Mountaindale Road) and Silver Lake Road, Town Highway 36, east of Woodridge.

Monticello, NY –Sullivan County’s Senior Games return this September, and while contestants are welcome, organizers are especially seeking volunteers to help put on the popular annual event.

A bevy of friendly competitive sports will be on tap at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center in Monticello, and equally friendly and able folks are needed to assist with setup, organization, and breakdown.

Monticello, NY – Thanks to those involved in the County’s transportation coordination and grantwriting efforts, the State and Federal governments are giving Sullivan County $125,000 to improve public transportation.

A 20-passenger bus will be purchased with $78,000 of that funding, while the remaining $47,000 will help cover operating expenses. Combined with a request for proposals due last month from potential private operators, this will lead to an expanded public transit system.

Monticello, NY – While those content with their standard New York State driver’s licenses won’t have to change their renewal habits, either a “Real ID” or an “Enhanced Driver’s License” (EDL) will be required to board a domestic flight, enter a military base or access a federal building after October 2020.

“It will be a bit of an inconvenience at first for most licensed drivers,” acknowledged County Clerk Daniel Briggs. “To get a Real ID or EDL, you will need to go to a DMV Office. You cannot get those online, by phone, or through the mail.”

Deborah Allen, left, and Stephanie Brown

Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Manager Josh Potosek is pleased to announce that current Public Health Services employee Stephanie Brown will become the Office for the Aging’s new director this Monday, July 2. She replaces Deborah Allen, who is retiring today after nearly 40 years of service with the County.

Liberty, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Director Nancy McGraw urges Sullivan County residents to know the signs of heat-related illness and to protect themselves during the heat wave expected to last through this weekend into next week.

“Summer time heat can be dangerous,” she cautions. “People can be at risk of serious health effects from heat exhaustion or heat stroke.”

Those who are most at risk from the heat are: