NY Congressman proposes federal legislation to repeal NY Safe Act

NY Congressman proposes federal legislation to repeal NY Safe Act

Originally published by http://wivb.com/2017/07/31/collins-introducing-bill-to-temper-the-safe-act/. Congressman Chris Collins announced a newly-sponsored bill that could essentially repeal the New York Safe Act on a federal level. The Safe Act is one of the strictest gun control measures in the nation and many people have voiced their wish to have it repealed. The proposed law is called SAGA or Second […]

HUNTER DOUGLAS HAS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY COVERED

Hunter Douglas has donated privacy blinds for Habitat homes for a quarter-century  (PEARL RIVER, NY – AUGUST 1, 2017) – Habitat for Humanity is not just building better homes but stronger, healthier communities, with help from long-term partners like Hunter Douglas. This summer marks the 25th year of partnership between Hunter Douglas and Habitat for Humanity. […]

County Executive’s Corner: Saving You Money Through Shared Services

County Executive’s Corner: Saving You Money Through Shared Services

  By Rockland County Executive Ed Day It seems like just a couple of months ago that Gov. Andrew Cuomo was in West Haverstraw, announcing that municipalities needed to do something to bring costs under control. That something, he told us, was shared services. Never mind that counties across New York are burdened with unfunded […]

All Eyes on Amed Rosario and 2018

All Eyes on Amed Rosario and 2018

Mets Acquire Closer AJ Ramos By Joe Rini Preview performances for “The 2018 New York Mets” starring shortstop Amed Rosario opened out of town in Denver, Colorado on August 2, 2017. Previews continue through September with the official New York opening set for April 2018. Note, cast members are subject to change. The schedule may […]

Volunteer of the Week: Claire Armstrong, Camp Venture Counselor in Stony Point

Volunteer of the Week: Claire Armstrong, Camp Venture Counselor in Stony Point

BY BARRY WARNER Camp Venture is a summer day camp for special kids and for kids who like to feel special. Created in 1969 by a group of parents as ‘a place in the sun’ for Rockland’s children and young adults with developmental disabilities, the camp has since evolved into an integrated summer recreational experience. […]