Cynthia Hesdra: A Remarkable Life-From Slave to Millionaire Few people today may know the story of Cynthia Hesdra, a remarkable and successful former slave who resided in Rockland and died the equivalent of a millionaire in 1879. Her home was part of the famed “Underground Railroad” which had a location in Nyack and was a […]
When I first took office as your County Executive, Rockland County was in serious financial trouble. We were the most fiscally stressed county in all of New York, weighed down by a $138 million deficit. The challenge before us was immense, but we faced it head-on, making tough decisions and smart investments to get our […]
New York State Senator Pete Harckham notified the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) today that he is opposed to the proposed double-digit rate hike that Con Ed has requested for customers in Westchester County and New York City, effective January 1, 2026. The Con Ed rate hike for its 3.4 million electric customers […]
According to a new report by Hudson Valley Pattern for Progress, the cost of purchasing a home locally continues to rise, pricing out many prospective buyers. In 2024, the median price of a home surpassed $300,000 for the first time in all nine Hudson Valley counties. The median price in every county except Greene and […]
Controversial Spring Valley Mayor Alan Simon will not seek reelection this year, according to several village sources. “I’m not sure why he made the decision but the decision was his and I wish him well and I hope he’s going to enjoy his retirement. Not much to add – we all know the history,” Deputy […]
Opinion By: Joseph Dunnigan I went into watching Tyler Perry’s The Six Triple Eight with low hopes. After growing up on Band of Brothers, The Pacific, and Saving Private Ryan, it was hard for me to imagine that a Netflix movie about a postal battalion could pique my interest. After watching the film, I can […]