State Attorney General Letitia James and her counterparts in New Jersey and Connecticut have taken action to secure automatic refunds for customers of Altice USA, the owner of Optimum, which have been denied access to MSG Networks cable channels as a result of Optimum’s blackouts. In January, Attorney General James called on Optimum and MSG […]
Senator Chuck Schumer criticized the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for what he called “Unacceptably poor communication with Hudson Valley vets regarding the closure of Castle Point’s acute inpatient care unit being closed without warning.” The unit, which provides care to veterans with substance use disorders, is scheduled to reopen within four months, giving time […]
Sharon Falk, a visual artist, began her career in a place where highlighting the poignant moments of life is the order of the day – a news station. She described a hallway filled with folds of photographs of news from around the world. These vignettes of life fascinated Falk, who, in addition to working in […]
A recent discovery by the RCDH is a fowl omen of a potential health hazard facing the county. Last week the Rockland County Department of Health announced the first bird to test positive for H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) had been found in Rockland County. It was recently confirmed by Cornell University, College of Veterinary […]
County Executive Ed Day and Director Susan Branam of the Rockland County Veterans Service Agency recognized four local veterans for their outstanding service during a special ceremony at the Rockland County Fire Training Center on Tuesday, February 11th. The 2025 Buffalo Soldiers Award was presented to Army Rev. Raymond Caliman and Alphonso Marshall, and the […]
Have you ever wondered how locals experience Pigeon Forge differently from tourists? While visitors flock to the most popular attractions, those who live in the area know about special spots that offer unique, family-friendly experiences. Pigeon Forge is filled with charming places to explore, delicious local eats, and hidden activities that create lasting memories. Whether […]