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State Grant to Continue Airport Transformation

A conceptual sketch of the revamped Sullivan County International Airport terminal

White Lake, NY – Sullivan County International Airport is receiving $18.5 million from the State to significantly renovate and expand the John “J.J.” McGough Terminal.

“This is another step in this administration’s commitment to making the Airport attractive and a viable asset for the future growth of the County,” remarked Legislature Chairman Robert A. Doherty.

Move Sullivan Doubles Amount of Routes

Monticello, NY – In a major expansion by the Sullivan County Legislature of a three-year-old program, Move Sullivan buses are now providing service to 18 new stops and 8 communities, in addition to the existing two dozen stops across 10 locations.

“This Legislature is all about getting residents and visitors what they need,” said Legislature Chairman Robert A. Doherty. “We’re devoting the necessary resources to make that happen, including this huge expansion of our public transportation service, Move Sullivan.”

POW/MIA Day to Be Observed in Monticello

The Fallen Comrade Table, present at every Sullivan County POW/MIA Recognition Day, features a specific set of items designed to remember American servicepeople who were/are Prisoners of War or Missing in Action.

Monticello, NY – The Sullivan County Veterans Service Agency will have a special ceremony in honor of POW/MIA Recognition Day at 1 p.m. on Friday, September 16, 2022 inside the lobby of the Sullivan County Government Center, 100 North Street, Monticello.

Thanks to County Legislators, NYS Department of Health Is Staying Local

The Gladys Olmsted Building in Liberty houses Sullivan County Public Health and will soon feature space for the New York State Department of Health.

Liberty, NY – Legislators on August 18 unanimously agreed to let the NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) lease a portion of the County-owned Public Health building in Liberty. An effort to reach an agreement was launched after the announcement that the Monticello office of NYSDOH would be relocated to Middletown.

New York's New Gun Laws Take Effect Tomorrow, September 1

Monticello, NY – Following legislation enacted by the State, the New York State Police, in conjunction with the Division of Criminal Justice Services, have issued details about the recent changes to New York State firearms laws. 

“For anyone that chooses to apply for a pistol permit on September 1 or after, there’s a new set of rules,” said Sullivan County Clerk Russell Reeves. “Changes to training, application forms and social media account disclosure (just to name a few) are some areas impacted.”

Monticello Bridge to Close for Five Weeks

Monticello, NY - The Sullivan County Division of Public Works is closing a portion of Waverly Avenue in the Village of Monticello to replace County Bridge 449, located approximately 0.2 mi. south of the intersection of East Broadway and Waverly Avenue.

This section of Waverly Avenue is scheduled to be closed to all traffic starting at 8 a.m. September 6, 2022, remaining closed for approximately 5 weeks.

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