Hi Jon. In the early 1960’s my family purchased an old home in Ridgewood, NJ. This “ thing” was eventually found in the rafters above the basement. It resembles some kind of weapon one might carry in his hand. My father believed it was an antique child’s toy. Have you ever seen something like this? […]
It is always a privilege to recognize those who have dedicated their lives to service, and recently, we honored the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers while celebrating four outstanding military heroes from right here in Rockland County. This year, I presented the 2025 Buffalo Soldiers Award to four remarkable individuals who not only served our […]
Dear Editor, Trump is going to the Supreme Court to argue for his right to fire people without saying why. Either Trump couldn’t find any professional reason to fire his Special Counsel, or he wants this legal speed bump to go away forevermore. Most likely both. Already the White House has taken away Congress’ exclusive […]
Supervisor Michael Specht and Police Chief Dan Hyman announced the launch of the Ramapo Police Department’s innovative Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program on Wednesday, making the department the first and only law enforcement agency in Rockland County to implement an FAA-approved DFR initiative. This cutting-edge program is designed to enhance public safety and […]
Bipartisan legislation enacts ‘Right to Repair’ for wheelchair users, dismantles barriers for wheelchair users and New Yorkers living with disabilities amid budget push for fair funding On Wedensday February 19, New York State Senator Patricia Fahy (D—Albany) was joined by wheelchair and disability advocates to announce she’s introducing the Consumer Wheelchair Repair Bill of Rights […]
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that at her direction the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) has initiated a comprehensive review of utility management compensation. The audit, which will include Central Hudson and NYSEG, will focus on compensation for non-union utility management employees statewide and the results will inform future rate cases to protect […]