The below letter was sent last week from County Executive-Elect Legislator Ed Day to New York State Education Commissioner King and copied to East Ramapo School Board President Yehuda Weissmandl. Dear Commissioner King, As a representative of many East Ramapo School District families at the County level of government , and the incoming County Executive […]
To the Editor, As of this writing, Congress has passed a bill that would cut veterans’ retirement. It has at this point been sent to the Senate. Obviously, I think this is obnoxious. If cuts need to be made perhaps Congress and the Senate should think about their own salaries. First of all, how many veterans are there? When I […]
To the Editor, It’s a sad time, but also a happy time. I am sad to see Frank Brooks, our Town of Haverstraw Highways superintendent, retire, but also happy for Frank that he can enjoy a well-earned retirement. Frank has done a great job and has put together a fine devoted crew of men and […]
To the Editor, If the Affordable Healthcare Act is so wonderful, I have a few questions you may find interesting. It was started for sole purpose of getting several million Americans health coverage, to have children covered on their parents plan until 26 years of age, and to have Americans that have a previous illness […]
To the Editor, For the past few years, the New City Library Board has not functioned harmoniously and has been noted for its lack of transparency. Also, there has been a lack of civility by certain members of the board. I’m glad there is a new election of trustees to the library board taking place […]
BY DIANE DIMOND Readers of this column know I spend a considerable amount of time dissecting what’s wrong with our crime and justice system. But during this season of giving thanks for the positive things in life, let’s pause to express thanksgiving for the fact that our number one national worry — falling victim to […]