BY DR. LOUIS ALPERT Just last week (on February 28) this column praised Cuomo’s action in including the “REAR SEAT-BELT LAW in his proposed 2019 budget. This action will certainly improve passenger safety on New York’s highways! However, the recent news concerning governor Cuomo’s interest in legalizing recreational Marijuana will be a huge step back […]
By Town of Ramapo Supervisor Michael B. Specht Seven Lakes Drive starts in the Village of Sloatsburg and extends 18 miles through Harriman State Park to Bear Mountain State Park. Countless hikers and cyclists enjoy traveling this beautiful scenic route. Currently, it is impossible to safely and legally travel the entire length by bike or […]
The day-to-day work in town government isn’t always the most exciting to read about, but here in Orangetown we have moved two agenda items forward that are for the betterment of the entire community. Preserving Orangetown for future generations After recently speaking with the Orangetown town arborist, it has come to my attention that the […]
By County Executive Ed Day This week we had the honor and privilege of presenting Congers resident Angela Woods with the seventh annual Rockland County Freedom Award for her outstanding service to our nation during her 27 years of service in the United States Army. The importance of awards like this one cannot be overstated. […]
Last week, I stood with Assemblyman Ken Zebrowski, nonprofit BRIDGES, advocates, and those with disabilities to stress the importance of fully funding the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP), as its fate hangs in the balance of budget negotiations. CDPAP allows people with disabilities who qualify for Medicaid to manage their own care and live independently. However, with Governor […]
To the Editor, As a resident of Grand View on Hudson living on the edge of South Nyack, I have to express my disappointment at how this area has been treated during the TZ Bridge construction process and the soon to be final product. A portion of the Esposito Trail that our residents here used to enjoy has been […]