High speed internet is a benefit that some Sullivan County residents do not have access to. With new funding from the ConnectALL Municipal Infrastructure Grant Program, that could soon change.

In a recent news release, Governor Kathy Hochul, Majority Leader Charles Schumer and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand announced funding to support new broadband infrastructure. This initiative focuses on internet affordability and accessibility across upstate New York.

In Sullivan County, Archtop Fiber and Hudson Valley Wireless will be providing service. Radio Catskill’s Nia Watson spoke with Archtop Fiber’s Chief Development Officer Shawn Beqaj to learn more.

Mike Edison—a writer, musician, and true rock 'n' roll renaissance man. A former editor and publisher of High Times, an acclaimed author, and a seasoned touring musician, Mike has had an extensive career, including opening for legendary bands like Sonic Youth and the Ramones.

Saturday Nov 23 at 4 PM, he’ll perform Gospel from the Garage at the Barryville United Methodist Church.

Earlier this month, Sullivan County Manager Josh Potosek released a proposed tentative budget for 2025. The plan features funding for infrastructure, housing and youth programs, while avoiding layoffs and program cuts.

Radio Catskill’s Nia Watson met with Potosek to learn more about the proposed budget and approval process.

For many students, the morning begins with a snoozed alarm. Eventually, they get up, brush their teeth, have breakfast and dash to school, hoping a pop quiz isn’t waiting for them.

But for some students, the toughest part of the morning starts before they even reach the classroom. Students facing unstable housing conditions in Monticello have even more of a challenge getting ready for school.

Radio Catskill’s Nia Watson met with Jean Eifert and Carolyn Rojas to find out how they are helping these children.

Bestselling author Jennifer Probst shares her journey from a struggling writer to achieving seven-figure deals.

Jennifer Probst is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, celebrated for her prolific work in contemporary romance fiction.

With over 50 books published, her novels have reached readers in more than a dozen languages, sold over 2 million copies, and earned her the title of "romance phenom" by Kirkus Reviews.

In addition to her romance novels, Probst writes non-fiction books aimed at fellow writers, candidly sharing her journey from a struggling newcomer to a seven-figure deal author. Her website offers a wealth of resources, including tips and videos designed to inspire and guide aspiring authors on their own paths.

This month, Probst is back with her latest release, Book of the Month (Blue Box Press), a heartwarming romance that follows an author who, in her quest for the perfect story, embarks on a whirlwind fake-dating adventure. Book of the Month is set to hit shelves on October 22, 2024

https://jenniferprobst.com/

Pennsylvania’s next attorney general will set the tone of the commonwealth’s approach to law enforcement, and one of their biggest tasks will be deciding how to handle the ongoing opioid crisis.

Under now-Gov. Josh Shapiro, the attorney general’s office represented Pennsylvanians in multistate settlements against drug companies that were accused of driving widespread use of opioids. And the office cooperates with federal and local authorities to go after street dealers, pharmacists, and doctors who unlawfully distribute drugs.

But within that mandate, the attorney general has a lot of discretion.

Seasoned Gives and Hemp & Humanity are bringing the cannabis community together this week. The 3rd Annual FALL Hudson Valley Cannabis RollCall will take place on Thursday October 24th. Seasoned Gives is hosting the event in Lake Katrine, New York.

Radio Catskill’s Nia Watson spoke with Tamika Dunkley from Seasoned Gives about the event and the cannabis industry.

Grab your walking shoes! The Upper Delaware Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host a walk-a-thon at the end of the month for social justice. It will follow a five-mile route, beginning at the Narrowsburg Union in Sullivan County.

Radio Catskills Nia Watson met with Tom Rue to learn more about the upcoming event and its history.