To the People: In this rain-soaked spring of 2019, it can be quite dispiriting, particularly for those working outdoors or businesses dependent on good weather, like our local golf courses. Yet unemployment is already down to 3.4% – lower than last summer’s floor of 3.45%. Despite the weather, construction continues on, with the Eldred Preserve …
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: DESPITE THE CONSISTENT RAIN SULLIVAN ECONOMY NOT DAMPENED Read More »
We’re living in historic times in Sullivan County. We lead much of New York State in economic development. Our unemployment rate is a tenth of a percent away from a record low. We’re nearing completion of the largest building project County government has ever undertaken. And both government and private business are benefiting from increased …
IT’S BEEN A LONG TIME SINCE WE’VE SEEN GROWTH LIKE THIS Read More »
Often when a person hears the term modular home, they think of a machine manufactured house that can be moved from place to place. Westchester Modular Homes, established in 1986 and headquartered upstate in Wingdale, has been changing that vision for years. One Saturday a month, Westchester Modular holds an Open House tour where clients …
WESTCHESTER MODULAR HOMES OFFERS QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HOMES Read More »
The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (SCVA) is receiving a significant amount of global visitor interest for the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock and those eager to learn about the County. Curious travelers inquire about Bethel Woods’ concert schedule and Sullivan Catskills events, attractions, itineraries and lodging for the summer season. The interest in the Sullivan Catskills …
SCVA IS GEARING UP FOR THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WOODSTOCK Read More »
Take a moment to sit back in your chair, close your eyes, and imagine the smell of a freshly baked pie, a beautifully frosted cake, a savory muffin, a sugary donut, or even that doughy sweet smell of bread and bagels. Now open your eyes and imagine that smell wafting to your nose as you’re …
I have often been asked the question: “does a chamber of commerce have a role in economic development?” and the answer is a resounding yes! The role of economic development & community marketing fall under the auspices of separate organizations in our community. In essence, our chamber is indeed in the business of economic development …
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Preliminary data released by the New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) last week, revealed that Sullivan County’s 2019 is off to a good start. The county’s year-over-year private sector job growth topped the state for the 12th straight month, up 9.3 percent. Also, the county’s unemployment rate for January 2019 was 4.4 percent, which …
There is good news spreading across Sullivan County, the daffodils in our gardens are just waiting to pop up. Yes, it is true spring is right around the corner and with it, many home sellers and buyers are thinking about the real estate market. And, like the promise of the daffodils, data on recent housing …
Jeff Bank announced that at its Organizational Meeting held on Tuesday, February 26, the Board of Directors promoted Heinrich Strauch to the role of Vice President and Patricia Olsen to the role of Assistant Vice President. Mr. Strauch has been with Jeff Bank since 2015. Mr. Strauch currently serves as a Commercial Lender located in …
