The CIA invented the cough relief drug dextromethorphan in 1950s. It has has been known to have other uses as well BY ESTHER INGLIS-ARKELL Much of the cough syrup on the shelves today owes a little something to the US Navy and the CIA. One of its main effective ingredients was developed by a project […]
By Kevin L. Kearns Voters are going to the polls this year with economic worries uppermost in their minds. Although the “headline” unemployment rate has fallen to 4.9 percent, the labor force participation rate remains near historic lows, indicating that many people who might work are not doing so. Discouraged workers have given up looking […]
FROM CPD On April 1, 2016 at approximately 12:15 a.m. the Clarkstown Police Department responded to a report of a house fire at 45 Mesa Place in Nanuet. Responding patrol units observed the second floor deck fully engulfed in flames and the fire was spreading. The two residents were removed from the home without any […]
The County Executive’s Corner State budget: Not enough for Rockland This year’s state budget has some – but not enough – good news for Rockland. The $155 billion fiscal agreement lowers personal income tax rates, which keeps more money in the hands of people who earn it and helps our economy. And it finally ended […]
Submitted by Mia McGuire On March 10, 2016 North Rockland High School laid out the red carpet for local Veterans by honoring them with a special dinner The event was sponsored by the Key Club and Junior ROTC with guidance from their teachers. The veterans were able to bring a guest and enjoy a selection […]
Saving Water To Save You Money By Legislator Harriet D. Cornell (D-West Nyack) Water is a precious resource, and each of us can ensure that Rockland continues to have an adequate supply of safe drinking water for years to come. Did you know that water conservation is always cheaper than any other solution—especially building new […]