Poor coordination of health benefits for veterans by the state Department of Health (DOH) and local social services departments resulted in many veterans being placed in the state’s Medicaid program rather than federal programs, according to an audit released last week by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. Auditors found dozens of examples where necessary referrals were not […]
From Hi-Tor Animal Care Center An absolute love, Prince is a male approximately 15-months-old. He is totally social and simply loves to be around people. An attractive black and white dog, his most striking feature is his gorgeous eyes which are the aqua blue color of Caribbean Sea water. He is beautiful inside and out. […]
Sixteenth annual event to be held March 30 at RCC Field House; Government Day to take place in adjacent building The 16th Annual YouthFest on Sunday, March 30, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Rockland Community College is about to open, offering fun and information for the whole family. Some highlights of the Youthfest […]
BY TONY PINCIARO WEST NYACK, N.Y. – When Clarkstown South varsity boys’ lacrosse coach Rick Sorkow looks at his roster, a recurring theme surfaces. The fifth-year South coach has a veteran group highlighted by 10 returning seniors. This vast experience would make any coach envious. The Vikings plan to parlay this experience into another step […]
NEW CITY – A discrepancy between two recorded deficit bond interest rates led to some minor panic among county legislators on Tuesday before it was understood the effect would be minimal. Nonetheless, the frustration became another bone of contention between the legislature and the new county executive. Initially, it was believed the county would receive […]
BY PETER BRUNWASSER An after school program at North Rockland High School (NRHS) is giving students the chance to learn about the music industry. In collaboration with The Rockland Welcome Committee, The Arts Council of Rockland and S&S Pro Sounds Studios, students are able to take advantage of a nine-week program called North Rockland Musical […]