In this Catskills Conversation, Bold Gold Media NY General Manager DawnCiorciari takes a deeper look at the Sullivan County Substance Use Task Force;an impactful collaboration of local agencies, officials, and community membersworking together to address substance use in Sullivan County, New York. Focusedon reducing stigma, protecting vulnerable populations, and implementingdata-driven prevention and treatment strategies, the task force is makingmeaningful strides in the fight against addiction. This conversation highlightsthe Policy Reform Pillar, one of several key focus areas within the taskforce.  You will hear from Lina Ledvin, Community Services Coordinatorwith the Sullivan County Department of Community Services, and Judy Balaban,community advocate and member of the Committee for Equity and Justice throughS.A.L.T-Sullivan Allies Leading Together. Together, they share insights intothe role of policy in driving change, improving access to resources, andshaping a healthier future for the community. For more information on thistopic visit unitedsullivan.org.

A number of steps have been taken in Sullivan County to help those dealing with Substance Use.  Dawn Ciorciari, General Manager of Bold Gold Media NY Region, on behalf of Catskills News, sits down for a conversation about access to care and prevention related to substance use, with John Liddle, Commissioner of Health and Human Services, and Commissioner of Social Services, along with Melissa Stickle, Deputy Commissioner for the Department of Health and Human Services.  For more information on this topic, visit unitedsullivan.org.

Sullivan County Sheriff Mike Schiff sits down with Host Dylan Price to discuss a number of pressing topics in the county including policing in the Village of Monticello, a recent report of a loaded gun being found in the county jail, and how he and his office approach community outreach. All that and more in this Catskills News Conversation.

The social media landscape is constantly changing and Meta has implemented teen accounts to help protect younger individuals utilizing their platforms. Their head of North American Safety sits down with Host Dylan Price to detail all that Meta does to protect young people and constantly adapt their platforms to the changing times. All that, and more!

Terry Grafmuller is a giver, dedicating his time to a number of important causes across Sullivan and the Catskills. As board chair of New Hope Community he plays a pivotal role in the organization's success, and in this 50th year, a big part in the celebration. Grafmuller joins Host Dylan Price to discuss his role, his background, and all the incredible work New Hope does.

Karen Russell was recently named CEO of New Hope Community after 30 years of experience with the team. Now, she leads the incredible organization through their 50th year. Find out more on Karen's story, the monumental milestone (and how they're celebrating), and all about what New Hope does to serve others. All that and more as Karen sits down with Host Dylan Price for this conversation.

From cab driver to one of the biggest voices in comedy and media. Jimmy Failla's story is one worth the listen. He joins Host Dylan Price to talk about the latest happenings in the news, the art of making light of heavy times, his future sports talk career (?) and more!

Host Dylan Price sits down with Scouting America CEO Roger Krone to talk his background, the value of scouting, and the biggest lessons he learned from being an Eagle Scout.

Town of Thompson Highway Superintendent Hayden Carnell joins Host Dylan Price to discuss his background, all about the work he and the town are doing, and the preparations for winter.

Michele Frazier fell in her 2024 bid for NYS Senate, but now, she's back in the ring ahead of next year's election. Hear more on why she's jumping back in so soon, her thoughts on current issues, and more as she sits down with Host Dylan Price.