FAA Explains Low-Flying Plane in Ramapo

Statement from Jim Peters from FAA A Federal Aviation Administration Challenger CL 60 aircraft flew at low altitudes over Ramapo, NY between 8 a.m. and 9:20 a.m. Wednesday as part of a “flight check” of navigational aids and obstacles on the charted approach to Teterboro Airport. FAA air traffic control was aware of the flight, […]

County Hospital Commissioner suspended with disciplinary charges

Rockland County Health Commissioner Richard Maloney was suspended with pay on Friday, July 5 pending an investigation and possible disciplinary charges. If he is found guilty, Maloney could be reprimanded or terminated. The details of the charges remain vague, except for a statement from Deputy County Executive Terry Grosselfinger that they involve a “personnel matter” […]

What’s Happening 7/11/13

BY GEORGE J. DACRE – “Shrek The Musical” at North Rockland High School Friday, July 19, Saturday, July 20, Friday, July 26, Saturday, July 27. All at 7:30 p.m., except July 27 which also has a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Produced by Rockland Theatre Company. Tickets at the Photo Shoppe, 845-548-6699 or at rocklandtheatrecompany.com or […]

Will the Affordable Care Act Live Up to Its Name?

BY JANET TRAUTWEIN Insurance plans won’t go on sale in the new insurance exchanges established by the federal healthcare reform law for several more months. But some major health insurers are already forecasting substantially higher premiums. Some individuals could see their premiums more than double, according to a private briefing conducted earlier this year by […]