It’s that time of year again. The high school “Senior Assassin” game. It could last for weeks. This tradition has been in existence for many years. To refresh your memory, the game involves HS seniors attempting to be the Last Senior Standing by ‘shooting’ their fellow seniors with water guns. It is an advanced game […]
To the Editor: A dozen swing-district and centrist House Republicans are warning Speaker Mike Johnson that they won’t vote for a budget reconciliation package that cuts Medicaid too deeply. I’m surprised that our Congressman, Mike Lawler, hasn’t yet joined them. In New York’s 17th Congressional District, approximately 23.3% of people under 65 are on Medicaid. […]
As we enter spring and the pollen counts rise, allergy patients across the county are beginning to experience bothersome symptoms of watery eyes, nasal congestion, sneezing, postnasal drip, sinus headaches and wheezing. This year, if your symptoms slow you down or interfere with your quality of life, the RCT recommends a visit to Impact Medical. […]
Carry the Load: A Unique Clarkstown Tradition On April 28, 2025, Clarkstown will once again be host to the annual Carry The Load relay, a truly special event that everyone should consider attending. Our great nation only exists because of the brave men and women who fought to establish and protect the freedoms we all […]
As someone who spent over two decades in law enforcement, rising to the rank of Lieutenant-Commander of Detectives in the NYPD, I know what it takes to run a law enforcement agency that not only serves but also earns the trust of its community. It’s about discipline, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to doing things […]
How one man went on to change a county – and how his legacy lives on today. On April 27th, Charles “Bones” Jones will be posthumously awarded the Joseph Holland Lifetime Achievement Award for his unwavering service to the athletic community of Rockland. The RCT sat down with two longtime Special Olympics volunteers – Sue […]