Combating the fentanyl crisis

Combating the fentanyl crisis

The fentanyl crisis, exacerbated by the Federal governmentโ€™s failure to secure our southern border, is devastating our communities. This lethal drug has flooded into the United States, leading to a sharp increase in deaths. In New York, fentanyl-related fatalities have soared over the past decade, particularly impacting the 98th Assembly District, including Port Jervis. ย Fentanyl […]

Lawler drafts new education benefits for police officers

Lawler drafts new education benefits for police officers

Today, Representatives Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) announced the introduction of H.R. 9180, the Educational and Career Opportunities for Public Safety (EdCOPS) Act. This bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by Congressman John James (MI-10), addresses police staffing challenges by providing education benefits to police officers and their dependents.ย  Under the EdCOPS Act, a public safety […]

Legislator Paul hosts leadership workshop for Rockland teens

Local youth learned about the importance of good communication during a Youth Leadership Workshop sponsored by Rockland County Legislature Vice Chair Aney Paul. โ€œIt was a great opportunity for our youth to learn why good communication is important along with ways they can improve their own skills,โ€ Legislator Paul said.ย  โ€œI thank everyone who participated, […]

Eleven Nyack organizations receive funding from ArtsWestchesterโ€™s Arts Alive program

The grants include $5,000 each to All Ways Writing Collective, ArtsRock of Rockland, and the Elmwood Community Playhouse. ย ArtsWestchesterโ€™s Arts Alive grants enrich communities through a diverse array of artistic endeavors. The financial support will benefit 87 community projects, 21 artist commissions, and six education initiatives. ย โ€œThe Arts Alive grants are vital in nurturing the […]

More Mosquito Pools Test Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Rockland 50% Of Pools Tested Last Two Weeks

More Mosquito Pools Test Positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) in Rockland 50% Of Pools Tested Last Two Weeks

The Rockland County Department of Health (RCDOH) is warning the communityย  that additional pools, or groups, of mosquitoes have tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). Over the past two weeks, RCDOH has seen a sharp increase, with approximately half of the pools submitted for testing came back positive for WNV. This uptick can increase […]