Orangetown approves medium density zoning in Blauvelt

Orangetown approves medium density  zoning in Blauvelt

Orangetown is considering a rezoning application that could repurpose a long vacant piece of property. During a meeting last week, the town board deliberatedย  on the Hudson Valleyโ€™s iCampus building proposal, the decreasing population of Orangetown, and the need for affordable housing, and zoning changes.ย  Hudson Valley iCampus presented a preliminary proposal to repurpose Building […]

HoehmTown Happenings

HoehmTown Happenings

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 โ€œUnderground Railroadโ€ which had a location in Nyack and was a […]

The County Executive’s Corner: Tourism Fuels Rocklandโ€™s Economy, Saves Taxpayers Money

The County Executive’s Corner: Tourism Fuels Rocklandโ€™s Economy, Saves Taxpayers Money

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 […]

Harckham Opposes Con Ed Rate Hikes in Letter to PSC

Harckham Opposes Con Ed Rate Hikes in Letter to PSC

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. ย The Con Ed rate hike for its 3.4 million electric customers […]

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