BY DR. LOUIS ALPERT RCT Ombudsman In a series of five articles published November 24, 2016 though February 23, 2017 by this ombudsman, I discussed the vital importance of the Gateway Project to the economic vitality of our region, including its promise to deliver a “one-seat train ride” from Rockland right into Penn Station. The […]
The County Legislature, Patrick Casper, commander of the Fromm-Maxwell-Debaun American Legion Post 859 in Suffern and John Leighton, past commandant of Rockland Detachment 243 of the Marine Corps League this week announced a new effort that will provide the public with a convenient location to drop off old, worn or tattered US flags. The collection […]
To the Editor, I believe the Netflix show “13 Reasons Why” is providing all communities with a teachable moment. I know for me growing up in New York City adolescence was often hit and miss and quite challenging during my teens. I still count my blessings that I am still here. I think in today’s […]
BY CHRIS DAY, Republican candidate for Orangetown supervisor PHOTOS BY SARA WALDRON (Taken at May 2 Chris Day fundraiser) Orangetown is known as a friendly, diverse, and welcoming place. We enjoy our suburban lifestyle and welcome all who share those characteristics and values to join us here. However, there are some who want things like high […]
The East Ramapo District Board of Trustees had voted to accept the bid by Brega Transport Inc. to provide bus services to the district at the East Ramapo Central School District meeting on March 28. Following backlash, the district has reissued the RFP Critics questioned whether by awarding this contract the school board forgot about […]
Jobs Waiting, a regional effort that helps long-term unemployed individuals get back to work, while helping employers find, hire, and train qualified candidates, is coming to Rockland County on May 22. The program offers a professional skills assessment, one-on-one career counseling, career readiness workshops, financial planning, social media training, mentoring, interview practice, resume development, and opportunities to […]