To the Editor, The impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on all of our lives is clear. Even as some states begin to recover or even reopen, many of us are still worried for the health and wellbeing of our families, friends, and colleagues. But I’m also worried about the impact this crisis will […]
American Lung Association and the Tobacco Action Coalitions of New York applaud new state laws taking effect July 1 Discounts on the sale of all tobacco products, such as coupons and multi-pack price promotions, are prohibited in New York State beginning July 1. The law was passed as part of the state’s fiscal year 2021 budget. […]
Music is definitely one of the things that define us as persons. Hence the famous sentence “Tell me what you listen to, and I’ll tell you who you are,” which was uttered by the American novelist and filmmaker Tiffanie DeBartolo. One of the first questions we ask when meeting someone is what kind of music […]
We’re living in uncertain times at the moment. It can be easy to feel isolated and lonely, particularly if you were facing some difficulties in life prior to the latest events unfolding all around the globe. Thankfully, we have many good samaritans doing their bit for the community in this time of need. Caribe Tapas […]
By Michael Stumo There is growing congressional interest in finally confronting China over its predatory trade practices. But while talk continues in Washington over the right policy response, China keeps picking off key parts of U.S. manufacturing, including the automotive industry. A recent Senate hearing made clear just how serious the situation has become. China is now […]
The Rockland County Office of Fire and Emergency Services and the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad will conduct a fireworks safety demonstration. In 2019, an average of 243 people went to the emergency room every day with fireworks-related injuries in the month around the July 4th holiday according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety […]