To the Editor, The impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on all of our lives is clear. Even as some states begin to recover or even reopen, many of us are still worried for the health and wellbeing of our families, friends, and colleagues. But I’m also worried about the impact this crisis will […]
By Michael Stumo There is growing congressional interest in finally confronting China over its predatory trade practices. But while talk continues in Washington over the right policy response, China keeps picking off key parts of U.S. manufacturing, including the automotive industry. A recent Senate hearing made clear just how serious the situation has become. China is now […]
By County Executive Ed Day Safety First, People Always. This is the motto that has guided our actions since the first days of the pandemic. It is what has carried us back from the darkest days of March and April when hundreds of people were testing positive and our hospital beds were filled with those […]
To the Editor, Its only common sense that “We Support Our Police.” Police officers are members of our community. Officers wear many hats,they are our neighbors, friends and family. Officers are fathers, mothers, sisters and brothers. Police Officers are the Good people in our community that serve and protect. Officers want law and order in the community for everyone. Those […]
Separation, divorce can create a cloudy picture By Kathy Kahn Covid cases are down in Rockland. County Executive Ed Day on Monday asked Gov. Andrew Cuomo to allow Rockland to open its stores in time for families to shop for Father’s Day. Unhappily, Dad’s special day may not be high on the list for couples […]
By Dr. Louis Alpert Ombudsman In previous columns, OMBUDSMAN ALERT addressed the critical need for the abolition of all Robocalls, citing numerous reasons familiar to many of our readers. If we fast track to 2020 and the age of COVID-19, a new criticism of Robocalls emerges that shows their existence threatens our urgent pursuit to track down individuals […]