New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) customers are reeling from electric rate hikes that have pushed average monthly bills up by $23.50 over three years, with a proposed 23.7% … more

How often have we heard this lately.   Invariably comes from the mouth of some politician who is about to demonstrate the exact opposite.  St. James Comey outed Hillary’s … more

I have had the privilege of working alongside Delaware County Treasurer Beverly Shields for over 30 years, and I cannot remain silent as I see her legacy being unfairly diminished during this … more

The winter Covid season is about to begin. In late August, The Center for Disease Control (CDC) announced that it recommended that adults 65 and older receive the Covid vaccination. It did not … more

According to the New York State Office of Mental Health, CPL 730 evaluations and competency restoration procedures vary depending on whether a defendant is charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. … more

Hancock Democrats will host a candidate forum on Sept. 26 as the town gets closer to the November 4 general election. The focus for the forum is the critical role that our town’s supervisor … more

One person, one vote. It sounds simple. But there are also weighted votes, as in our county. Each supervisor has not one vote, but a number of votes dependent on the population of their town. That … more

In response to the Aug. 14 article titled “Bovina to Begin 2026 Budget Talks as Road Dispute Divides Neighbors,”, I am writing on behalf of the Newman family and the so-called issue the … more

Regarding the Aug. 27 article titled “Planner Outlines Vision for Readburn Park in Hancock,” I was happy to hear the plans for Readburn Park improvements no longer include a splash park - … more

I read the opinion piece “Hidden in Plain Sight” published last week with interest. It addressed an issue which I’ve long been alarmed about. The letter included a link to a … more

According to the National Foster Youth Institute, one in four young adults who age out of foster care experience homelessness within a few years of emancipation. Nationwide, 50% of the homeless … more

Late spring and early summer in Delaware County used to bring beautiful clear blue skies. No more. Between November 2024 and July there were less than 30 clear, cloudless days. Sadly, most people … more