BY DR. LOUIS ALPERT Ombudsman Is the TOR bus schedule in Rockland County fair to all riders? Does the Town of Ramapo receive more than its fair share of bussing attention while other parts of Rockland languish? If so, can this be fixed? The Ombudsman Alert asked state and federal officials representing Rockland County for […]
By County Executive Ed Day Metro-North (MNR) has once again refused my request to give our West of Hudson riders a ten-percent fare reduction. This is absolutely insulting to our commuters. After many phone calls, letters and meetings by myself and other local elected officials over the summer, NJ TRANSIT (NJT) announced a ten-percent discount […]
After being approached by the Pearl River Chamber of Commerce and many residents asking for help in revitalizing the downtown of our largest hamlet of Pearl River, the Orangetown Town Board voted to authorize as study by the Pace Law School Land Use Law Center and Kevin Dwarka LLC. The study was multifaceted, to include […]
BY DR. LOUIS ALPERT Ombudsman It has been the contention of this column that the Town of Ramapo receives a disproportionate share of TOR bus service compared with other areas of Rockland County. The Ombudsman Alert asked leaders of the other towns in Rockland County for their opinion on the issue. Here is what they […]
By County Executive Ed Day November is the month when Americans gather with family and friends, share a traditional Thanksgiving meal and express gratitude for the good things in life. It is also a time to reflect on our blessings and gain awareness about those who may not be as fortunate. Here in Rockland County […]
By Supervisor George Hoehmann The temperature is starting to drop and the leaves have fallen. It’s hard to believe the holiday season is upon us. Many of us are running around preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving this week. Thanksgiving gives us all the opportunity to reflect on what we are most thankful for and to enjoy […]