Rollin’ With the Boulders

BY GEORGE J. DACRE The First Annual BoulderDash 5k Run has been scheduled at Provident Bank Ballbark by the Rockland Boulders Sunday morning June 23 as part of a Health Fair sponsored by Active International and supporting sponsor Stop and Shop. Proceeds of the event will benefit the Active International Cardiovascular Unit at Good Samaritan […]

Knicks are Making their Big Move

BY CHAYIM TAUBER The New York Knicks sent a message to the NBA, the Eastern Conference, and anybody with a vested interest in the NBA playoffs this season. In taking a 2-0 series lead over the Boston Celtics and defending their home court, the Knicks have taken firm control over their first round matchup and […]

In spite of LaCorte’s Claims, Rockland Budgeted a Significant Sum for Parks

REPORT BY MICHAEL RICONDA During a heated debate on environmental concerns between county executive candidates at Clarkstown Town Hall on April 18, candidate and Suffern Mayor Dagan LaCorte might have not only dropped an incorrect park budget figure, but also failed to grasp the scope of funding going to Rockland parks. Both during and after […]

WHAT’S HAPPENING 4/25/13

BY GEORGE J. DACRE – Penguin Rep in Stony Point opens its 2013 season with the Joe Brancato directed New York premiere of “Class” with “Three’s Company” star Richard Kline. Tickets at 845-786-2873 or penguinrep.org. – ArtsRock presenting The Big Squeeze Sunday, April 28 at Nyack Library 59 South Broadway, Nyack. Benefit for the Historical […]

TIMELINES 4/25/13

East Ramapo School Board President Resigns from East Ramapo School Board East Ramapo School Board President Daniel Scwartz announced that he would be resigning on Monday, making him the most recent in a string of departures by officials from the divided school district. Schwartz explained he left because “Personal and business obligations” prevented him from […]

Diana announces retirement

Diana announces retirement

From www.midhudsonnews.com GOSHEN – Citing his health concerns and desire to spend more time with his family, Orange County Executive Edward Diana announced Tuesday that he will not seek reelection this fall. He feels his administration has accomplished much in his almost 12 years. His long list of accomplishments was topped by what he called […]