BY MERRILL MATTHEWS “There’s nothing like being a victim of your own success.” That must be what American natural gas producers are thinking right now. Their profound success in recent years in expanding our national energy supply has inspired American policymakers to consider strapping them with strict new trade restrictions. These regulatory efforts are deeply […]
Hadeler Hardware in Pearl River closing up shop after more than 100 years BY ALLAN GOLDSTEIN In a few short weeks a Rockland County institution for over 100 years will be closing its doors for the final time. The Hadeler General Store opened for business in 1905 in what was then the quiet country community […]
Though he’s yet to make an official announcement, “everyone knows” that Ramapo Councilman Daniel Friedman is planning a campaign to run for mayor of the Village of Spring Valley. In fact, Friedman has already been seen campaigning vigorously, knocking on doors throughout Spring Valley. One constituent who preferred to remain off the record told the […]
BY MICHAEL RICONDA Suffern – The Ramapo Town board convened at 8 p.m. on January 9 to discuss matters of town business, including a grant for Hurricane Sandy relief, reimbursements for the Maccabi Games, the annexation of certain properties into the village of New Square, and the consolidation of fire districts. The biggest item was […]
On Tuesday, January 29, at 7 p.m., Rockland Sierra Club and the Rockland Water Coalition will host “Community Conversation on Rockland’s Drinking Water” at the Nanuet Public Library. The environmentalists will answer questions regarding the proposed desalination plant in West Haverstraw, including whether such a plant would have endured difficulties due to the recent flooding […]
On Saturday, January 12, the Malayalee Association of Rockland County (MARC) held their Christmas and New Year celebration at the Congers Community Center. The Malayalee community traces its roots to Kerala, known as the “Spice Garden of India.” Kerala is also known for its palm-lined beaches, thick jungles, plantation-covered hills, and enthralling rivers and lakes. […]