Ten years ago this week, Rockland County residents defeated a desalination proposal by Suez Water, the world’s second largest water company. On December 17th, 2015, the New York State Public Service Commission (the PSC) ordered Suez to abandon plans to desalinate water from the Hudson River for Rockland’s drinking water. The landmark David & Goliath […]
Montefiore Nyack shares tips for a safe holiday for all As the holiday shopping season is in full swing, it’s vital to keep safety top of mind when purchasing toys for kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported an alarming 231,700 toy-related injuries for all ages treated in U.S. hospital emergency departments in 2023. […]
Drug addiction among youngsters is tearing families apart and stealing futures before they even start. In the U.S., over 5 million youth under 18 have misused prescription drugs in the past year, per a 2024 CDC report. Opioids, synthetic cannabinoids like spice, and even vaping nicotine top the list, hitting teens hardest as they navigate […]
AG James has issued a consumer alert reminding New Yorkers of their home utilities rights as temperatures drop. Residential customers in New York have strong legal protections for essential winter weather services, including heat and hot water. New York state requires utility service providers to make extra efforts to reach out to households before heat-related […]
Congressman Mike Lawler hosted Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), for an official visit with local hospital leaders, community health center officials, and health care providers from across the Hudson Valley. Administrator Oz and Congressman Lawler convened a closed roundtable discussion focused on strengthening Medicare and Medicaid services, […]