CORRECTION

In the November 13 edition of the Rockland County Times a recap of the Stony Point Town Board meeting quoted “The Fonsecas” of Lindbergh Rd. as stating a town official had failed to appear to a court hearing, thus leading to the dismissal of mischief charges against their neighbor Todd Pezzementi. In fact, the Fonsecas […]

NYS Comptroller’s Audit Gives Good Grades to Stony Point Claims Purchasing and Processing

BY CHERYL SLAVIN A recent report issued by the New York State Comptroller’s Office reveals that Stony Point town officials “have implemented effective internal controls over claims processing and purchasing to adequately safeguard town assets.” The audit was conducted over the period of January 1, 2013 through April 21, 2014 as a part of the regular […]

Non-profits rally against budget cuts

Non-profits rally against budget cuts

BY MICHAEL RICONDA NEW CITY – Workers and volunteers with Rockland’s various non-profits gathered at the Rockland County Office Building on November 18 to protest service cuts included in the county executive’s 2015 budget. Speaking to a crowd of hundreds of picket sign-waving demonstrators, Nyack Center Director Kim Cross proclaimed non-profits provide necessary services and […]

Beginning of the holiday rush

BY ALEXANDRA KEZEK Black Friday is routinely the busiest shopping day of the year. Retailers stock up on inventory and their shelves, more people are hired for seasonal positions, and the promotional sales give consumers the motivation to obtain the latest new items. Major retailers in various shopping centers over the years have agreed to […]

ROCKLAND’S BOB WOLFF RECOGNIZED BY GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS FOR “LONGEST CAREER AS A SPORTCASTER AND BROADCASTER”

ROCKLAND’S BOB WOLFF RECOGNIZED BY GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS FOR “LONGEST CAREER AS A SPORTCASTER AND BROADCASTER”

News 12 Long Island recently announced that award-winning sportscaster Bob Wolff has been recognized by Guinness World Records for having the “longest career as a sportscaster and broadcaster.” Currently enjoying his 75th year in broadcasting, with more than 68 of those in television, Wolff is still going strong. Guinness World Records presented Wolff with the […]

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