Drug Crackdown: 20 Arrested Wednesday in Heroin Probe

Investigation came in response to increase in heroin overdose deaths VALHALLA – Twenty people were arrested across the river on Wednesday on charges of selling heroin in northern Westchester as part of a year-long initiative to combat the distribution and sale of heroin in the north county area, according to Westchester County Police. Responding to […]

SIMON YOUTH FOUNDATION SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR $1 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS

For a 15th straight year, Simon Youth Foundation, a national nonprofit that provides educational opportunities for at-risk high school students, will award a college scholarship to one student from every community that is home to a Simon property, including The Shops at Nanuet. Simon Youth Foundation Community Scholarships are awarded through the Simon Youth Scholarships […]

ELIZABETH MUCKELL JOINS OPD

ELIZABETH MUCKELL JOINS OPD

Elizabeth Muckell is Orangetown Police Department’s newest police officer. She completed her training and graduated the Rockland County Police Academy in a ceremony that took place in December.

Hollywood Finally Gives Dr. King his Due

Hollywood Finally Gives Dr. King his Due

BY VINCENT ABBATECOLA There are many stories that can come out of the Civil Rights Movement. It’s a defining period of America that has an abundance of history to share. In “Selma,” director Ava DuVernay gives us a highly inspiring historical drama that recounts the bravery of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his protestors as they journey […]

Friedman Opposes $72,000 No-Show Ramapo Gig for Mysterious St. Lawrence Crony

Withers supports in 3-2 vote PRESS RELEASE FROM DANIEL FRIEDMAN During the annual reorganization meeting of the Ramapo Town Board, Councilman Daniel Friedman publicly raised questions about a contract that was placed on the agenda for a lobbyist for the town. The lobbying firm, State Street Advisors, run by Keith Sernick, had been awarded a […]

MEALS ON WHEELS TO HOST ART AUCTION

Meals on Wheels Programs & Services of Rockland, will feature their first annual Art Auction at Dominican College Rosary Hall, located at 470 Western Highway in Orangeburg, NY 10962. The vast selection of artwork will be supplied by Marlin Art. Join MOW for this unique opportunity to purchase art for your home or business on […]