DJ Dave Herman dies in jail before trial; had faced child sex charges

DAILY NEWS Formerly legendary New York DJ Dave Herman died behind bars Wednesday while awaiting federal trial on charges of trying to seduce a 6-year-old girl. The 78-year-old ex-WNEW-FM morning man apparently suffered a fatal aneurysm inside the Essex County Jail in Newark, according to his lawyer, Marc Agnifilo. Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/dj-dave-herman-78-dies-federal-custody-article-1.1810406#ixzz33HK9mygj  

Political Shocker: Senator David Carlucci NOT endorsed for reelection by the Rockland County Democratic Committee

The Rockland County Democratic Committee has not endorsed and will not actively support David Carlucci’s 2014 campaign for state Senate, the Rockland County Times has learned. The decision was made due to his continuing alliance with Albany Republicans, party officials told the newspaper. The party is reportedly seeking a qualified primary candidate at this time. […]

Fraud Arrest at Palisades Mall

Fraud Arrest at Palisades Mall

FROM CPD On May 28, 2014 at approximately 5:15 p.m. the Clarkstown Police Department responded to a report of possible fraud at the Verizon Wireless Store, located at the Palisades Mall. Jose Amparo, 44, of Bronx, NY attempted to purchase 2 iphones using a Maryland driver’s license and another individual’s account number. After a brief […]

STATEMENT FROM GOVERNOR CUOMO ON PASSING OF MAYA ANGELOU

Today we mourn the passing and celebrate the legacy of Dr. Maya Angelou, whose voice, passion, and life has left a lasting influence on our state and nation. Dr. Angelou was deeply involved in our nation’s Civil Rights movement and spent her life helping ensure that dignity, respect and opportunity were extended to all men […]

State Supreme Court Judge blocks Patrick Farm approvals

State Supreme Court Judge Thomas Walsh ruled recently that a planned building project on Route 202-306 could not go forward without U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approval, hindering developers until a review can proceed. In a major victory for opponents to the controversial Patrick Farm housing development, Walsh concluded the Town of Ramapo’s Planning Board’s […]