Award recipient one day, busted the next

Award recipient one day, busted the next

The Town of Haverstraw was caught in an awkward spot last week as a woman who received an award for excellence in achievement was arrested less than 24 hours later for allegedly faking a robbery complaint. McDonald’s manager Dulce Santos was among two dozen or so notable persons honored in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month […]

Budget Compromise in Clarkstown

BY MARIA BROWNSELL The night after election day i is budget day in Clarkstown. On Wednesday, November 5, the Clarkstown Town Board had a public hearing about the proposed budget for 2015. Supervisor Alexander Gromack opened up the hearing by letting everyone know that they will stay under the tax cap and residents wouldn’t be […]

S. ORANGETOWN ROTARY, O&R DONATE 200 DICTIONARIES

S. ORANGETOWN ROTARY, O&R DONATE 200 DICTIONARIES

The South Orangetown Rotary Club and O&R presented dictionaries to over 200 third graders at the Tappan Zee Elementary School today at the school. The presentation was part of the Rotary’s ongoing effort to support educational projects in the community. O&R donated $450 to help make the project a success. O&R’s Public Affairs Director Tom […]

Newest Class of Rockland County Corrections Officers Completes Training

Newest Class of Rockland County Corrections Officers Completes Training

BY BILL DEMAREST NEW CITY – As Rockland County continues its push to hire new corrections officers to staff the county jail to fill vacancies created through numerous retirements, the latest class of corrections officers has completed its training. A graduation ceremony was held last week to mark the end of training for the new […]

Pet of the Week: ADOPT HUNTER

Pet of the Week: ADOPT HUNTER

Hunter, a young neutered male Rex, is super-soft and super-sweet! He is a mellow boy, and only wants to be loved. Hunter is litter-trained, and ready for a family of his own. To meet this adorable rabbit, email Michelle at [email protected], or call Hi-Tor Animal Care Center at 845-354-7900.  

Thanksgiving Garbage Collection Date Change

The garbage, trash and yard waste collection schedule for Unincorporated Ramapo is changing for Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2014. The Thursday collection will be picked up on Friday, November 28, 2014 and the Friday collection will be picked up on Saturday, November 29, 2014. The regular collection schedule will resume on Monday, December 1, […]