As we gather with family and friends to enjoy the final days of summer, I want to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Labor Day and the importance it holds for each of us in Rockland County. Labor Day isn’t just a holiday; It serves as a reminder of the labor […]
School Bus Safety 101 Labor Day weekend is upon us, marking the unofficial end of summer and the re-opening of our local schools. On the morning of Tuesday, September 2nd, students will be loading up their backpacks and heading off to start a new scholastic year. And with the imminent return of school buses to […]
By Mary E. Sullivan President, CSEA This Labor Day, as we gather with family, friends, and neighbors, it is worth pausing to reflect on the state of working people in New York and across the nation. This year has brought challenges and progress, tested our resolve and proved once again that our greatest strength […]
Dear Editor, Need help with ICE? If you belong to a significant voting bloc, Congressman Mike Lawler may take your call. If not, don’t count on him. The recent surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrests makes this an urgent issue for our community. Too often, law-abiding people are being detained in the streets, […]
There have been no reported case of measles since 2019 in Rockland, but this week our front-page story has frightened many across the county. Measles travels through the air and is the most contagious disease on earth, but, if vaccinated, doctors say that it is nearly impossible to contract. So why is measles still happening? […]
On Wednesday, August 20, Pearl River Public Library administrators and trustees were joined by local dignitaries to officially kick off major renovations to the library building. The celebration marked an important milestone in the $20 million Library Renewal Project, funded through a $14.3 million bond referendum approved by local voters in May 2023, along with […]