Get Big money out of NY politics

Get Big money out of NY politics

To the Editor, The NY State Legislature passed historic reforms in 2019. Campaign finance reform did not make it. Politicians in NY still must fund-raise like crazy from sources who can make the biggest contributions.The two worst effects of this are that candidates have little time to spend with future constituents listening to their concerns, […]

Anchor Trading, based in New City, wins National Award for 2019 Veteran-owned Business of the Year

Anchor Trading, based in New City, wins National Award for 2019 Veteran-owned Business of the Year

The National Veteran Business Development Council [NVBDC] has named New City-based Anchor Trading the “2019 Veteran-Owned Business Of The Year,” citing the “outstanding work” the company does “with and for veterans.” Founded by advertising industry executive and United States Navy Veteran, Sean Magee, Anchor Trading provides clients with programs that improve their financial and marketing […]

Governor Signs Jaffee, Carlucci Bill into Law

Governor Signs Jaffee, Carlucci Bill into Law

New law allows building inspectors, fire inspectors and code enforcement officers in the Village of Airmont to reside in Rockland County or adjoining counties. (Albany, NY) Assemblywoman Ellen Jaffee (D-Suffern) and Senator David Carlucci (D-Rockland/Westchester) today announced that Governor Cuomo signed into law their bill (Ch. 503 of 2019) that would allow building inspectors, fire […]

Rockland County to Assume Management of RSVP Program in January

Rockland County to Assume Management of RSVP Program in January

Transition expected to save money and open additional opportunities for seniors COUNTY PRESS RELEASE Rockland County and Rockland Community College are announcing the transfer of services of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program or RSVP from the College to the County’s Office for the Aging. The program has been under the auspices of RCC since […]

Good Samaritan Hospital Opens New Esophageal and Reflux Center

Good Samaritan Hospital recently launched its Esophageal and Reflux Center, specializing in the treatment of a range of esophageal conditions from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) to esophageal cancer. Good Samaritan Hospital is the only hospital in Rockland and Orange counties to provide a dedicated Esophageal and Reflux Center with a multidisciplinary team comprised of board-certified gastroenterologists, […]

Cook Carefully: Thanksgiving Top Day for Home Fires

Cook Carefully: Thanksgiving Top Day for Home Fires

Most Home Fires Occur on Thanksgiving, Day Before  The Valley Cottage Fire Department would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving. According to the United States Fire Administration (USFA), the number of residential fires that occur on Thanksgiving Day is more than double the average number of fires in residential buildings on all other days. […]