Dear Clarkstown Residents, In response to the Sparaco interview by “Our Town,’ I have concluded that Frank Sparaco’s unprofessional responses to the questions presented verifies that his selection to the part-time “Constituent Service Representative” position created by Wayne Ballard was an improper use of taxpayer money. I am certain that I, as well as any […]
In response to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s statement that Anthony Weiner’s scandals are “political theater,” Assemblyman Kieran Michael Lalor (R,C,I – Fishkill) issued a statement criticizing the governor for refusing to take a stand. “Anthony Weiner’s behavior isn’t ‘political theater’ and it’s not something to be laughed off,” said Lalor. “Weiner is a disgrace. It shouldn’t […]
BY GEORGE J. DACRE The Thiells United Methodist Church council vote 13-1 Tuesday night to repair the Sandy-caused damage and get the church’s thrift shop back in operation. In addition the thrift shop will have its roof raised to create more community and fellowship room and upstairs restrooms for the church’s increasing congregation. The church’s […]
In celebration of 100 Years of Harriman Park summer camps, Mary Lynne Malone will bring a family nature program to the grounds of the Historic Jacob Blauvelt House on August 18, 2013 at 3 p.m. The program will take place at The Historical Society of Rockland County (HSRC), 20 Zukor Road, New City, NY. All […]
Worried about the market? Insulate your portfolio BY CHRIS HANLY Investment Consultant, Gary Goldberg Financial Services “Buy American” – What was once the rallying cry of labor is also a pretty good investment strategy for today’s environment, especially for investors who need income. You may be justifiably sick of hearing about Europe or the slow-down […]
BY CHERYL SLAVIN The turning point came on February 17, 2011. Football season had ended and now nothing remained to distract Joey DiCara, then 25 years old, from the ugly truth he had been trying to avoid. Lying on his bed, staring at the ceiling, the 5’5,’’ 370 pound young man knew he had to […]