Rockland County is experiencing extremely dry conditions this fall, with little rain predicted in the long-term forecast. Although no immediate concerns exist for our water sources, they could become stressed if these dry conditions continue over the winter months. A drought watch is the first of four levels of State drought advisories, which are watch, […]
Annual Veterans’ Day Ceremony Organized & Hosted By Rockland County Veterans Coordinating Council The Rockland County Legislature recognized two local veterans as part of the annual Veterans’ Day ceremony organized and hosted by the Rockland County Veterans’ Coordinating Council. County Legislators Phil Soskin, Aney Paul, Paul Cleary, Beth Davidson, Doug Jobson, Will Kennelly, and Aron […]
A Loss That Will Live Forever In Yankee Infamy… A week has passed since Game 5 of the World Series at Yankee Stadium and I’m not afraid to admit, I’m still not over it. I’ve been in a fog for days. Imagine a week long hangover, except it’s constantly reliving the highest of highs and […]
State Senator Bill Weber (R, Nanuet) is calling the state’s rollout of the recreational cannabis industry “mismanaged” and is proposing new legislation that he says will fix many of the problems with the new agency regulating legal cannabis in the state. Specifically, Weber’s legislation targets the state’s Cannabis Social Equity Investment Fund which was established […]
Dear Jon, I really enjoy your column each week and find it a pleasant change from all the drama of the news. Most informing too. My question, if I may, is do old books have any value? My uncle was friends with Ernest Hemingway. He would frequently visit him when Hemingway lived in Key West, […]
Reminding our veterans that they are not alone is both a powerful and essential message. This Veterans Day, in honor of all who have served to protect our freedoms, we hope our participation in Operation Green Light reinforces that their sacrifices are deeply valued and never taken for granted. Operation Green Light aims to show […]