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HEAT SAFETY: As temperatures soar, Catskills Hatzolah is reminding everyone to never leave children in a vehicle, even for a moment. Every stop, every trip, check the back seat. Keep vehicles locked when not in use, stay hydrated, avoid prolonged heat exposure, and call Hatzalah immediately in any heat-related emergency.

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HURLEYVILLE: A Minor MVA occurred at Old Library Road and Main Street. No injuries were reported.

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UPDATE: A 37-year-old Monticello man, Bjorn Egenes, was arrested after fleeing from Fallsburg Police during an attempted traffic stop on Brickman Road on June 23. Following an investigation, he was located by the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office on June 27 and taken into custody. He was charged with first-degree reckless endangerment, unlawful fleeing a police officer, reckless driving, aggravated unlicensed operation, and operating a vehicle with a suspended registration. He was arraigned and remanded to the Sullivan County Jail pending a future court appearance.

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⚠️EXTREME WEATHER ALERT: An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Independence Day. Across the Catskills region, temperatures are expected to top 100°F today, with heat index values reaching 103°F. Stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, check on vulnerable neighbors, and never leave children or pets in vehicles.

CAR SEAT SAFETY: Catskills Hatzolah has released the fifth installment of its 2026 Summer Safety Awareness Campaign, reminding parents that no trip is too short to skip a car seat. The campaign stresses that children should never ride on a parent's lap or in a vehicle without a properly installed car seat, even for a quick drive. As emphasized in the accompanying video, no favor or convenience is worth risking a child's life.

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Zmanim for the End of the Shiva Asar B'Tammuz Fast in the Catskills Region.

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A minor MVA occurred on Route 17 westbound near Exit 130. Traffic delays are being reported in the area.

Emergency personnel were at the scene of an MVA earlier on the Route 17 westbound near exit 120.

🚨DEVELOPING: A power outage is affecting parts of Mountaindale, Woodridge, Fallsburg, and surrounding areas. With many people fasting today, please check on elderly neighbors and anyone vulnerable, and help them get to an air-conditioned location if needed.

UPDATE - POWER OUTAGE: Firefighters are on the scene after receiving reports of wires burning outside the Mountaindale electric substation, which is believed to be the cause of the widespread power outage affecting Mountaindale, Woodridge, Fallsburg, and surrounding areas. Utility crews are responding.

TRAFFIC ALERT: If you're heading to the Catskills, expect significant delays on the northbound New York State Thruway near Sloatsburg due to an vehicle fire just past Exit 15A. The fire has been extinguished, but traffic remains heavily backed up.

PHOTOS: On Shivah Asar B'Tammuz, Camp Simcha Special welcomed HaRav Sholom Kamenetsky, Rosh Yeshiva of the Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia, for a special visit. He toured the campgrounds, visited the medical center, and spent time meeting with campers and staff, also addressing the older campers with divrei chizuk and brachos about the Three Weeks and the importance of strengthening ahavas Yisrael and emunah. His uplifting words and warm presence left a lasting impression on all in attendance. "Camp Simcha has always been a place where the worlds of Torah, chesed, and simcha come together," said Rabbi Simcha Scholar, CEO of Chai Lifeline. "Having Gedolei Torah visit Camp Simcha is an immeasurable source of chizuk for our campers, families, volunteers, and staff. We are deeply grateful to the Rosh Yeshiva for spending time with us and sharing his inspiration." 📰 JOIN CATSKILLS SCOOP GROUPS: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JJcwk62d3Jh4vKSNeu7Jqy

MOUNTAINDALE: An MVA involving an overturned vehicle occurred on County Route 56. Catskills Hatzolah and other emergency personnel are on the scene. Injuries have been reported.

PHOTOS: Yidden gathered tonight for Mincha at the Tefilas Mordchai Mincha Area, located at the Spring Valley Marketplace just off the New York State Thruway. The convenient stop continues to serve travelers heading to and from the Catskills, providing a comfortable place for tefillah along the route.

WATCH: What took place yesterday at Mesivta Veretzky was truly extraordinary. On a fast day, the bochurim sat and learned with uninterrupted retzifus for seven straight hours. It's hard to put into words the tremendous nachas and chizuk this brought to the yeshiva, the parents, Klal Yisroel, and, above all, to Hashem. Here is just one clip from this incredible Maamad HaTorah.

BREAKING IN MONTICELLO: Catskills Hatzolah and other emergency personnel are responding to the scene of a pedestrian struck at the intersection of Rock Ridge Avenue and Pleasant Street. The victim is reportedly in traumatic cardiac arrest. Catskills Scoop will provide updates as more information becomes available.

UPDATE IN MONTICELLO: The pedestrian struck at Rock Ridge Avenue and Pleasant Street is in serious condition but is not in traumatic arrest. Catskills Hatzolah requested a medevac to transport the patient to a trauma center. At this time, a name for Tehillim is not needed.

UPDATE IN MONTICELLO: The medevac has departed from Monticello and is transporting the patient to a critical care facility. The incident at Rock Ridge Avenue and Pleasant Street appears to have been the result of a fall, not a pedestrian strike. The patient remains in serious condition. At this time, a name for Tehillim is not needed.

PHOTOS & VIDEOS: A delegation of Sullivan County officials, including District Attorney Brian P. Conaty, Sheriff Michael Schiff, Undersheriff Eric Chaboty, Fallsburg Town Supervisor Nathan Steingart, and Fallsburg Police Chief Brendan Pavese, visited the Woodbourne Shul to meet with summer residents. They were joined by longtime community leaders Rabbi Bernard Freilich, Rabbi Abe Friedman, and Abe Rosenberg, who welcomed residents and discussed matters important to the summer community.

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FALLSBURG: Two trees came down at Old Falls Road and Riverside Drive, blocking the roadway and snapping a utility pole with live wires. The incident has caused a power outage affecting parts of Fallsburg and Woodridge.

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WATCH: Fireworks in honor of Independence Day light up the sky in Monticello tonight.

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FALLSBURG: A tree that fell and completely blocked Laurel Ledge tonight has now been cleared, and the roadway is fully open to traffic.

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As Sullivan County's summer season gets underway, 911 officials are reminding campers, picnickers, and residents not to hang up if they accidentally dial 911. Nearly one-third of daily calls are accidental. Stay on the line and let the dispatcher know it was a mistake. Hanging up requires dispatchers to call back and may result in police being sent to check on you. Parents are also urged not to let children play with old or active cell phones, as all cell phones can still call 911.

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NISSIM IN MONTICELLO: A powerful thunderstorm swept through the Monticello area, including Pine Knoll Estates, around 6:50 p.m. this afternoon, bringing down multiple trees. Three occupied bungalows at Pine Knoll Estates were struck by falling trees, but Bechasdei Hashem, despite the dangerous conditions and significant damage, no injuries were reported.

SOUTH FALLSBURG: Catskills Shomrim and local police are investigating a hit-and-run incident that occurred on Brickman Road over Shabbos. No injuries were reported.

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MONTICELLO: Power is out for nearly every resident of the Beverly Hills Bungalow Colony after a storm brought down multiple trees and utility poles on Shabbos afternoon.

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FALLSBURG: Following last night's storm, more fallen trees remain throughout Laurel Ledge Villas.

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SPOTTED: Catskills Chaverim members were spotted on Friday assisting a Monticello Police Department patrol cruiser after it suffered a flat tire. Volunteers quickly helped get the officer back on the road.

Pikuach Nefesh: A Toddler Needs Emergency Liver Surgery: The family has exhausted every resource and is now turning to Klal Yisroel for help. The medical expenses alone are overwhelming, but the costs don't stop there. Flights, accommodations, transportation, and extended medical care have created a financial burden far beyond what this family can manage. In the zechus of supporting this life-saving cause, may Hashem send a complete refuah to this child and bracha to all who assist. DONATE HERE: https://thechesedfund.com/vaad-ha-rabbanim/pikuach-nefesh-a-toddler-needs-emergency-liver-surgery?aff=catG

KIAMESHA: A bicyclist was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Route 42 and Concord Road. Catskills Hatzolah is on the scene treating the victim. The vehicle reportedly fled the scene in what appears to be a hit-and-run incident. Police are investigating.

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Emergency personnel were at the scene of an MVA that occurred earlier on the Route 17 eastbound between exits 118 and 119.

PHOTOS: Tenoyim for the granddaughter of the Woodridge Rebbe, HaRav Yitzchok Lebowitz Shlita, with family, rabbonim, and chassidim joining in the joyous simcha.

NOTICE: Town of Fallsburg Supervisor Nathan Steingart and Deputy Supervisor Jeff Weiner announced that water service will be temporarily shut off to Meadow Estates, Tribeca, Hidden Ridge, Fallsview, Timber Hill, Friendship, Cutlers, and Alpine Acres beginning at 11:00 p.m. Sunday for emergency repairs, with service expected to be restored by 5:30 a.m. Monday. Officials said the outage follows a series of NYSEG-related power failures that damaged multiple wells, and the Town is already taking steps, including adding backup generators, to help prevent future disruptions.

SPOTTED: Catskills Chaverim volunteers were seen assisting a Monticello Police Department cruiser with a flat tire this afternoon.

🚨 NOW: INSANE downpour on Route 17 near Wurtsboro (Exit 113). Entire highway moving at 15 MPH. Please drive with caution.

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HARRIS: Catskills Chaverim volunteers were seen assisting a New York State Trooper with removing a fallen tree from Old Route 17 near Strong Road, helping clear the roadway and restore safe travel.

An MVA occurred earlier this morning on the Route 17 Eastbound near exit 118. Catskills Hatzolah and other emergency personnel were on the scene. Injuries were reported.

Emergency personnel are at the scene of an MVA that occurred on the Route 17 eastbound between exits 125 and 126. Heavy traffic reported.

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FALLSBURG: Catskills Chaverim volunteers were seen assisting after a vehicle veered off the roadway at the intersection of Brophy Road and Brickman Road.

Emergency personnel are on the scene of a rollover crash on Route 17 westbound near Exit 124, where a vehicle overturned and came to rest in a grassy wooded area. Injuries have been reported.

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MONTICELLO: Catskills Shomrim responded after a man offered landscaping services, collected a deposit, and then failed to return to perform the work. Following determined efforts by Shomrim volunteers, the individual was tracked down. With assistance from the New York State Police, the deposit was recovered and returned to the victim. The individual was issued a warning regarding this type of conduct.

MONGAUP: A 56-year-old Pine Island man drowned after his kayak overturned while fishing on a lake at the Mongaup Pond Campground on Saturday evening. New York State Police responded to a report of an overturned kayaker at approximately 8:50 p.m. On Sunday, the Sullivan County Dive Team recovered the body of Scott Meyer from approximately 14 feet of water near the area where he was last seen. His kayak was found nearby. Investigators said there are no signs of foul play, and the cause of death is believed to be drowning. State Police were assisted by the Sullivan County Dive Team, the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office, and a New York State Forest Ranger.

Ten people were arrested following a long-term, multi-agency narcotics investigation in Ulster County that led to the seizure of nearly 700 grams of cocaine, crack cocaine, fentanyl, and other drugs, along with two firearms—including a ghost gun—and more than $4,600 in cash, New York State Police said. The suspects face numerous felony drug and weapons charges, with some remanded to jail while others were released pending future court appearances. The investigation remains ongoing.

FALLSBURG: An MVA occurred on Brickman Road near the Catskills Hatzolah garage. Catskills Hatzolah and other emergency personnel are on the scene. Injuries have been reported. Avoid the area.

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A 47-year-old Liberty woman was arrested after the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office and Village of Liberty Police executed a search warrant at Room 114 of the Knights Inn on June 23 following ongoing complaints of suspected drug sales. Authorities recovered cocaine and MDMA and arrested Shanta Mack, who was charged with felony criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell and misdemeanor criminal use of drug paraphernalia. She was arraigned before Brian Shortall and released under New York's bail reform law. Sheriff Mike Schiff said the investigation demonstrated the value of cooperation between local law enforcement agencies in addressing illegal drug activity.

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Sullivan County District Attorney Brian Conaty will hold a press conference on Friday, July 10, to announce the unsealing of indictments charging a former correctional officer and multiple inmates in connection with an alleged conspiracy to smuggle contraband into the Woodbourne Correctional Facility between approximately March 16, 2025, and June 25, 2025. The press conference will be held in the Grand Jury Room at the Sullivan County District Attorney's Office.

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An 18-year-old Spring Glen man was killed in a motorcycle crash on Route 52 in Ulster County's Town of Wawarsing on July 2, according to New York State Police. Investigators said Ryan Conklin was traveling westbound at an unsafe speed around 7:20 p.m. when he lost control of his motorcycle, causing it to skid into the eastbound lane, where it collided with a 2021 Toyota and slid underneath the vehicle. The Toyota's driver, 57-year-old Kimberly Gage of Pine Bush, attempted to avoid the motorcycle but veered off the roadway and struck a rock barrier. Conklin was ejected from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene. Gage and her two passengers, a 77-year-old woman and a 79-year-old man from Milford, Pennsylvania, were transported to Ellenville Regional Hospital with minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation by State Police.

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NISSIM IN FALLSBURG: A tree fell onto people at Mevo'er HaTalmid on La Vista Drive. Catskills Hatzolah and other emergency personnel responded to the scene. B'chasdei Hashem, despite the frightening incident, five people sustained only minor injuries.

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RIDE & DRIVE SAFE: Catskills Hatzolah has released the sixth installment of its 2026 Summer Safety Awareness Campaign, reminding everyone that wearing a seat belt is one of the simplest and most effective ways to save lives. The campaign also stresses the importance of properly securing children's car seats and avoiding distractions behind the wheel. As highlighted in the accompanying video, taking your eyes off the road for even a single text message on the Catskills' winding roads can lead to a devastating crash.

FALLSBURG: Firefighters responded to a reported brush fire on Tierney Place. Upon arrival, crews determined it was a campfire and quickly extinguished it.

PHOTOS: NYSEG CEO Patricia Nilsen, regional leaders, and other executives met with state legislators, town supervisors, mayors, and community activists from across Sullivan County to discuss improving service and communication. Officials highlighted more than $30 million in upgrades to the Ferndale substation and announced new emergency equipment, including commercial generators and a temporary utility pole trailer to help restore power more quickly during outages.

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MONTICELLO: Emergency personnel are on the scene of an MVA on the Route 42 near the roundabout at Exit 105 off Route 17. Minor injuries have been reported.

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