New York now joins many other states and the federal government in requiring a “paid for by statement” on political communication. Senator James Skoufis (D-Hudson Valley) and Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski (D-Rockland) announced that their campaign disclosure legislation has been signed into New York State law (S.4910/A.4668). The legislation looks to put an end to anonymous […]
By County Executive Ed Day I have more good news to share with you in respect to the 2020 Proposed Budget. The New York State Comptroller’s Office reviewed our $729.9 million spending plan and found that, “the significant revenue and expenditure projections in the proposed budget are reasonable.” What this means to you and me […]
Rockland Development Council celebrated the “Spirit of Giving” at its 20th annual Philanthropy Day Breakfast on Thursday, November 7 at the Crowne Plaza, Suffern, NY. With over 220 attendees, the event is the largest annual gathering of non-profit agencies and philanthropists in the county. “Of all the events I go to every year, this one […]
By Joe Kuhn Local Government and law enforcement officials are apprehensive about new criminal justice reforms passed at the state level. Taking effect in January of 2020, these new laws will eliminate bail and pretrial incarceration for all misdemeanors and a litany of non-violent felonies, including burglary in the second degree, many drug related charges, […]
Rockland County Legislator Aney Paul extends an invitation to attend a special Indian Heritage Celebration Saturday that will feature several local dance schools and a highlight performance by 50 women in traditional costume. “This is an opportunity to experience the culture of India and enjoy beautiful dance performances,” said Legislator Paul, who is also chair […]
Rockland Community College‘s Visual and Performing Arts department, and Campus Players club present “August: Osage County” for a three-day engagement November 21-23 at the College’s Cultural Arts Theater. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and performances begin at 8 p.m. The play is a Tony Award winning, black comedic-drama, set in Oklahoma during a particularly hot […]