UPDATE: Monticello, NY – In cooperation with partner agencies and municipalities, Sullivan County will open two warming centers tomorrow, Wednesday, December 27, at noon and keep them open through at least noon on Wednesday, January 3.
The warming centers will be located in Monticello at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center at 5 Jefferson Street and in Liberty at the United Methodist Church at 170 North Main Street.
Monticello, NY – With temperatures forecast to again plunge below zero, Sullivan County is keeping its two community warming centers operational through at least noon on Monday, January 8.
Located in Monticello at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center at 5 Jefferson Street and in Liberty at the United Methodist Church at 170 North Main Street, the centers were initially slated to close tomorrow.
Monticello, NY –– In light of recent structure fires and carbon monoxide poisoning concerns, the Sullivan County Division of Public Safety asks residents, property owners and visitors to plan ahead for what will be dangerous and potentially lethal weather conditions.
Monticello, NY – During his 2018 State of the State Speech on Wednesday, NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo spoke of the tragic case of a teenager who committed suicide after spending three years in Riker’s Island, and he called for a drastic response to jails that cannot meet state standards.
Monticello, NY – Due to ongoing heat and water issues in housing in the Monticello area, the Sullivan County warming center at the Ted Stroebele Recreation Center at 5 Jefferson Street will remain open for the time being, said County Manager Josh Potosek.
The Liberty warming center, located at the United Methodist Church at 170 North Main Street, has now closed, due to the easing of the brutally cold temperatures which blanketed the County this past week.
Monticello, NY – Whether you hike, bike, or just want a place to walk the dog, local rail trails offer incredibly scenic jaunts through the Catskills woods – and they’re about to see a major expansion.
Liberty, NY – Commercial property owners, real estate agents, contractors, and community leaders are invited to attend a meeting to find out how to save money while making repairs to older buildings.
The Preservation League of New York State and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will present a free workshop in Sullivan County to help people take advantage of New York’s Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits.
Monticello, NY – In anticipation of a return to severe cold temperatures, County Manager Josh Potosek announced today that both the Monticello and Liberty warming centers will be operational later this weekend.
“While warmer temperatures are a relief, they’ll prove to be short-lived,” Potosek noted. “Sullivan County will soon be back to subzero weather and brutally cold wind chills.”
Monticello, NY – Sullivan County Public Health Services would like to notify the public of the importance of influenza vaccination and prevention measures that can be taken if you or someone you come into close contact with has the flu.
This past week, the NYS Department of Health Commissioner urged all New Yorkers six months of age and over who have not yet received a flu shot to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Over the past week, cases of influenza rose by 37%, and new cases of influenza continue to be reported in almost all NYS counties.
Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency proudly presents a “Valentines for Vets” exhibit in the lobby of the County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello.
Every year, local students create special Valentine’s Day cards to brighten the lives of veterans.
Last year thanks to the efforts of teachers and students, more than 2,000 valentines were delivered to hospitalized veterans at the VA Medical Centers in Castle Point and Albany.