Press Release: Metro-North Un-“Fare” to Rockland Commuters

Press Release: Metro-North Un-“Fare” to Rockland Commuters

New City, NY – County Executive Ed Day received a response letter from Metro-North (MNR) President Catherine Rinaldi (see attached) containing yet another refusal to give West of Hudson riders a ten-percent fare reduction. After much advocacy for a fare reduction by local elected officials over the summer, NJ TRANSIT (NJT) announced a ten-percent discount on […]

What’s Happening 11/21/18

What’s Happening 11/21/18

By George J. Dacre Borderline Folk Music Club will be presenting “The Mountain Oysters” Americana, Country and Bluegrass music with a twist at their annual holiday concert Sunday, December 9 from 1-4 p.m. at the Nanuet Library. Contact BorderlineFolkMusic@gmail.com. “A Christmas Carol,” the musical adaptation of the Dickens classic, opens November 29 at the Westchester […]

PRESS RELEASE: New York State Conference of Mayors unveils 2019 state budget priorities

PRESS RELEASE: New York State Conference of Mayors unveils 2019 state budget priorities

ALBANY – More than 80 city and village officials, including 50 mayors, from across New York State converged on Albany on Monday to discuss the New York State Conference of Mayors’ priorities for the upcoming 2019 Legislative Session. “Whether it’s clean water, garbage pick-up or public safety, cities and villages are responsible for providing essential […]

County Executive’s Corner “Giving Thanks and Giving Back”

County Executive’s Corner “Giving Thanks and Giving Back”

By County Executive Ed Day November is the month when Americans gather with family and friends, share a traditional Thanksgiving meal and express gratitude for the good things in life. It is also a time to reflect on our blessings and gain awareness about those who may not be as fortunate. Here in Rockland County […]

HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS: Thankful and Grateful

HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS: Thankful and Grateful

By Supervisor George Hoehmann The temperature is starting to drop and the leaves have fallen. It’s hard to believe the holiday season is upon us. Many of us are running around preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving this week. Thanksgiving gives us all the opportunity to reflect on what we are most thankful for and to enjoy […]

DMV RECOGNIZED FOR ANTI-CRIME AND CONSUMER PROTECTION EFFORTS

DMV RECOGNIZED FOR ANTI-CRIME AND CONSUMER PROTECTION EFFORTS

Statewide Association Awards Two DMV Investigators for Breaking Up Title Fraud and Auto Theft Schemes The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Division of Field Investigation (DFI) has been recognized for its efforts to fight crime and protect consumers from fraud. This week two DMV investigators were awarded the John J. Kennedy Award by the New […]